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Whether you’re a contractor, an interior designer or a tradesperson, the key to success often lies in your ability to understand and anticipate your clients’ desires, sometimes even unconsciously. But how can you do this systematically and effectively? That’s where the art of questioning comes into play, a skill that’s sometimes overlooked, yet crucial. Click the link to learn more. https://bit.ly/40YC8Tq

Lighting design trends continually evolve based on a variety of factors, including cultural influences and consumer demand. That evolution is reflected in the new collections that manufacturers introduce at the trade-only High Point Market each year. Here are four big-picture trends that stood out at the recent fall event. Head to the link in bio for the full list. https://bit.ly/40ZaCoP

At the trade-only fall High Point Market in North Carolina (Oct. 26-30), manufacturers’ newest collections once again reflected those big-picture trends. But, as is the case each season, a variety of more specific designs and ideas stood out as fresh iterations or especially prevalent on showroom floors. Here are some top looks to have on your radar as we head into 2025 and beyond. Click the link for the full story. https://bit.ly/48OignU

Growing a firm from the ground up takes two things: process and patience. Mark Richardson, a renowned business consultant, author and leader in the remodeling industry, digs into tried-and-true leadership and marketing practices for scaling a business on episode 5 of The Pro Perspective podcast. Click the link to listen now. https://bit.ly/4ewZ6ED

The London Design Festival, now in its 22nd year, celebrates the best of creativity in the UK. It is always huge, with exhibitions, installations, discussions and product launches popping up across the city. It aims to highlight new innovations as well as ideas that are currently informing design. We attended the Sept. 14-22, 2024 event to discover the key themes that will be influencing home design products and materials now and in the future. Here are a few that stood out. Click the link for the full story. https://bit.ly/4fPaEnp

We have exciting news! Houzz was named a winner in the Buildings and Real Estate category for @FastCompany’s 2024 Next Big Things in Tech! We are incredibly honored to be chosen alongside other game-changing companies recognized for the #FCTechAwards. https://bit.ly/4fyQBKu

As with many sectors influenced by tech these days, technology in construction is rapidly changing. From AI and machine learning to advances in laser scanning and 3D printing, residential building technology is evolving by leaps and bounds. Click the link to learn about the latest forms of new technology for construction and why it should matter to you. https://bit.ly/4hzaDFR

We’re hosting an in-person Academy at Houzz headquarters in the University of London, and we’d love to extend a personal invite. Enjoy a full day of sessions built to help you take your business to the next level by learning how to increase profitability with Houzz Pro software, streamline your estimating process and more.Click the link to register. https://bit.ly/4emdWgN

Meet with a Houzz Pro consultant at the London Build Show, from 20 - 21 November 2024. The Houzz stand will be E52. Click the link to schedule a time slot with a Houzz Pro consultant. https://bit.ly/4fak7pK

Mike Biestek, founder of Remodeling Right in Middletown, Rhode Island shares his reasoning behind why military veterans can excel in the skilled trades, along with his insights about professionalism, dealing with price fluctuations and managing the new generation of construction pros. Click the link to learn more about Mike’s story. https://bit.ly/3CgVgBZ