News
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Report: Austin is one of the most expensive cities to build a home in Texas Saturday, July 9th, 2022
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HOUZZ PREDICTS 10 HOME DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2022 Tuesday, December 14th, 2021
From style to function, home design platform Houzz outlines its trend predictions for next year.
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SHERWIN-WILLIAMS EMBRACES NEW BEGINNINGS WITH 2022 COLOR OF THE YEAR EVERGREEN FOG Thursday, September 23rd, 2021
The gentle gray-green hue brings a breath of fresh air into any residential space.
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Why Builder Lumber Prices Remain Higher than Headlines Suggest Monday, July 12th, 2021
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47% of Home Buyers Want an Exercise Room Wednesday, May 26th, 2021
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INSIDE THE BUILDING INDUSTRY'S SUPPLY CHAIN SETBACK Tuesday, April 13th, 2021
How high demand, the housing boom, and COVID-19 have coalesced into a massive building supply slowdown—particularly for appliances.
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Experts agree: This isn't a housing bubble Saturday, April 3rd, 2021
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Commerce Department Cuts Lumber Tariffs from 20% to 9% Monday, December 7th, 2020
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SHERWIN-WILLIAMS UNVEILS URBANE BRONZE AS 2021 COLOR OF THE YEAR Wednesday, September 30th, 2020
The 'rich anchor' tone was chosen to evoke sense of calm and sophistication.
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NAHB Seeks White House Action on Soaring Lumber Prices Monday, August 17th, 2020
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COLOR MAKES A COMEBACK FOR BOTH HOME INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS Monday, April 20th, 2020
According to color consultants, product manufacturers, and builders, the forecast calls for warmer neutrals, bold combinations, and more color.
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Showers Reign Supreme in Bathroom Renovations Friday, February 14th, 2020
Renovators are opting to enlarge shower sizes and add accent walls inside shower areas, Houzz’s Bathroom Trends Study finds.
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Designers Want to Leave Shiplap and All-Gray Interiors in the 2010s Monday, January 27th, 2020
After its peak in popularity during the late 2010s, design professionals are eager to see an end to the modern farmhouse craze, according to Sherwin-Williams.
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Houzz Predicts Top Design Trends for 2020 Thursday, December 12th, 2019
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NAVAL IS SHERWIN-WILLIAMS’ 2020 COLOR OF THE YEAR Sunday, October 6th, 2019
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Move Over, Solar Panels! Home Wind Turbines Are the Latest Green Energy Source for Homeowners Friday, June 21st, 2019
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MARKET FOR CLOSET ORGANIZATION PRODUCTS PREDICTED TO GROW THROUGH 2023 Tuesday, March 26th, 2019
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10 HOME DESIGN TRENDS YOU'LL WANT TO KNOW IN 2019 Thursday, December 20th, 2018
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A Splash of Color: Your 2019 Colors of the Year Thursday, November 15th, 2018
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Mom offices, jumbo pantries — new homes have the features families want Thursday, November 8th, 2018
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Concealed doorways are the latest trend in home design Tuesday, October 30th, 2018
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Why the modern farmhouse is such a hit Monday, August 6th, 2018
Buyers want a home environment that's relaxing as well as convenient
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72 Million New Homes Will Run On Solar Power By 2030 Monday, July 30th, 2018
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HERE'S THE FIRST COLOR TREND PREDICTION FOR 2019 Friday, June 22nd, 2018
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Elon Musk Outlines Plan to Get Into the Brick-Making Business Tuesday, June 5th, 2018
The billionaire promises materials for affordable housing, but it’s unclear how much supply they will create.
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Hackers are trying to steal mortgage funds Tuesday, April 17th, 2018
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Dedicated Dog Showers Are A Hot Trend In Home Design Thursday, March 29th, 2018
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Home-Equity Wealth Increase in 2017 Was Largest in Four Years Monday, March 26th, 2018
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Permits Rise in January 2018 Tuesday, March 20th, 2018
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Student built home creates workforce pipeline Thursday, March 8th, 2018
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TEXAS REMAINS NO. 1 FOR RELOCATION IN 2017 Thursday, March 8th, 2018
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Can your home help with a good night's sleep? Tuesday, March 6th, 2018
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Spray Foam in the South Tuesday, February 27th, 2018
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Technology that can foster aging in place Tuesday, February 27th, 2018
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Lumber prices climb to record highs Monday, February 5th, 2018
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Austin Business Journal - Custom Home Builders Thursday, September 14th, 2017
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Canadian duty equals rising lumber prices in Austin Monday, May 1st, 2017
What it means to home pricing in Austin, TX
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Central Texas Home Sales Continue to Increase Tuesday, March 29th, 2016
Austin area home sales continue to be on the rise.
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Central Texas Home Sales Continue to Increase Tuesday, March 29th, 2016
Austin area home sales continue to be on the rise.
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Insurance 101 Wednesday, July 1st, 2015
This is a good overview about insurance to share with college age kids or young adults. What kinds do I need? How much does all this cost?
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Best Of Houzz 2015 Award Friday, January 23rd, 2015
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Most Popular New Home Amenities Friday, September 19th, 2014
The latest industry trend we at Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX would like to share is from The National Association of Home Builders. They are finding that home size is going up, and with more room come more amenities.
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Baby Boomers Dominate New Housing Trends Tuesday, February 18th, 2014
The latest news we at Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX would like to share is from The National Association of Home Builders about Baby Boomers impact on home building.
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America’s Best Suburbs Wednesday, October 30th, 2013
The latest news we at Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX would like to share is fromMovoto Real Estate - America’s Best Suburbs.
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New Home Trends Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
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If the next light bulb you buy is an LED, it may be your last. Thursday, June 20th, 2013
Here is our next installment in product review from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes in Austin, TX is from an article in USA Today.
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MAX Award Nominee Tuesday, May 7th, 2013
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Energy-Efficient Homes = Money in Your Pocket Thursday, March 14th, 2013
Welcome to Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We build one-of-a-kind, custom homes in Austin, Westlake, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Blanco, Spicewood, and surrounding areas. The tip of the month comes from Texas Gas Service . They are offering rebates of $325 or $500 or more per home when you build energy-efficient homes equipped with natural gas plumbing and appliances.
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Texas Gas Service Rebate Monday, May 21st, 2012
Hello again from Olson Defendorf Custom Homes. We are a custom builder in the Austin, TX area. This month is a link to Texas Gas Service rebate program. $300 for a tankless water heater!
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2010 Housing Forecast Saturday, January 30th, 2010
