Does Luxurious Affordable Housing Construction Exist? “Luxury” and “affordable” are rarely used to refer to the same thing. However, in the world of multifamily housing, luxurious affordable housing does exist; you just need to know where to look. First though, le [...]
How Build-to-Rent BTR Housing is Driving New Faucet Specifications Build-to-Rent (BTR) housing is the newish housing category designed to give long-term renters many of the benefits of owning a home. So, it stands to reason that the electrical, plumbing, and fauce [...]
What is a Low-Waste Kitchen? “Low-waste kitchen” is a term for lessening the environmental impact of kitchen waste by putting into place eco-conscious habits or policies. This can be done in a person’s home or in a commercial kitchen. At its core, a low-waste kit [...]
Are Bathtubs Necessary in Multifamily Housing Design? Perspectives on bathtubs fluctuate wildly from person to person and even within one person’s life. At certain times and in specific circumstances, a bathtub is invaluable and at others, a seldom-used luxury. Fo [...]
How to Use Fixtures to Anchor a Monochromatic Bathroom The trend toward monochromatic bathroom design continues gaining momentum in residential and commercial projects alike, appealing to property owners seeking enduring aesthetics that won't require updates with [...]
How Builders Can Future-Proof Bathrooms for Smart Fixtures Smart home technology has moved beyond thermostats and door locks into bathrooms, where touchless faucets, sensor soap dispensers, and electronically controlled fixtures improve hygiene, accessibility, an [...]
The Evolution of the Modern Shower Shower design has evolved from one basic showerhead with one handle into sophisticated multi-head and multi-handle systems offering rain showers, side jets, handheld functionality, and accessible features that meet modern buildi [...]
How the Multifamily Industry Can Benefit from the Aging in Place Movement The aging-in-place movement is reshaping housing preferences across the country as older adults increasingly choose to remain in their current homes and communities rather than relocating t [...]
What is the Difference Between Build-to-Rent Housing and Multifamily Housing? What separates BTR (Build-to-Rent) communities from standard multifamily housing? The answer is the size of each home, the location, the living experience, and market positioning. While [...]
Artful Faucet Placement for Center Islands in New Multifamily Housing The modern kitchen island has evolved from a simple counter extension into a multifunctional hub that features its own sinks and faucets that transform how families cook and gather. Island sink [...]
