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Angelika Hofmann Joins Grass America as COO, Bringing Global Perspective and Technical Acumen

International leader with deep experience in finance, production, and strategy to drive organizational performance  Kernersville, N.C.: Grass America, a leading supplier of functional hardware to the cabinet industry, is pleased to announce Angelika Hofmann has joined its Management Board as Chief Operating Officer. Grass America is confident in Angelika’s leadership and looks forward to the strategic […]

Netherlands’ First Large-Scale LVL Modular Housing Project Sets Benchmark for Sustainable Construction

Industrialized LVL modules combine digital design, precision CNC manufacturing and high structural performance to address labor shortages, carbon reduction targets and housing demand. Metsä Wood’s Kerto LVL has played a significant role in the Netherlands’ first large-scale modular construction project, where the load-bearing structure has been built entirely from LVL. The five-story residential complex in […]

ODL Showcases HVHZ- and Impact-Rated Fiberglass Doors at IBS 2026

Best of IBS™ Awards finalist highlights expanded high-wind entry systems designed for safety, performance, and light ZEELAND, Mich. – ODL, Inc., a manufacturer of doors, doorglass, blinds–between–glass, and entry systems built for what matters, will “Turn Up the Light” at the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, FL, Feb. 16–18. At Booth #W3283, ODL […]

NorthPoint Assembled Cabinetry Meets Rigorous KCMA Industry Standards

Third-party testing confirms durability, performance, and ANSI/KCMA A161.1 compliance BOSSIER CITY, LOUISIANA – NorthPoint Cabinetry, a leading manufacturer of high-quality cabinets from Hardware Resources, has announced their line of assembled cabinets have officially earned certification from the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA). Certification requires cabinets to meet ANSI/KCMA A161.1 performance and construction standards recognized across […]

YA Group Introduces PCAS Division to Meet Rising Demand for Pre-Construction and Advisory

New division to enhance YA’s offerings in scheduling, estimating, and pre-construction planning. NASHVILLE, Tenn. – YA Group (YA) is launching a new Planning & Construction Advisory Services (PCAS) division, expanding the company’s service offerings into pre-construction planning, owner’s representation, and capital project advisory services. This new division expands upon YA’s robust line of professional services, […]

Grass America Enhances Commercial Cabinetry with Robust, High-Performance Institutional Hinges

Engineered to meet ANSI/BHMA Grade I standards, the hinges offer effortless installation and long-lasting reliability.  KERNERSVILLE, NC – Grass America, a leading supplier of functional cabinet hardware solutions, highlights its Institutional Hinges, engineered specifically for the demanding needs of commercial environments. With a focus on durability, versatility, and ease of installation, Grass’ Institutional Hinges set […]

How Your Degree Can Power Your Architecture or Design Start‑Up

Blog contributed by Suzie Wison at www.happierhome.net. When you wrap up your design or architecture degree, what you’ve really got is potential—sketchbooks full of ideas, technical training, aesthetic judgment. But turning all that into a business? That needs more than eye for proportion and mastery of form. A higher education degree can serve as a scaffold: […]

Why BRRRR Still Works (If You Do It Right)

Blog contributed by Suzie Wison at www.happierhome.net. The BRRRR method—Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat—is not a hack. It’s a rhythm. If you treat it like a formula, you’ll miss the signals. But done right, BRRRR doesn’t just stack properties; it builds precision around leverage. You’re not just acquiring units—you’re recycling trust, timing, and risk. The moment […]