Home Depot Doubles Down on Pro Market with $5.5 Billion Buy

In HD’s latest move to expand its contractor business, the big chain has bought building materials distributor GMS. It was a spirited fight but in the end, Home Depot was the winner. After private equity-backed dealmaker QXO, fresh off its acquisition of Beacon Roofing Supply this spring, made an initial offer to buy Georgia-based Gypsum […]

VIDEO: Humans vs. Robotics

A look into developing collaborative work environments for the future. Check out Ethan’s furniture company at ethanabramson.com and connect with him on Instagram @thebuildwithethan.

California Reverses Itself, Exempting Projects from Eco Law

In a stunning turnaround in a state with some of the strictest environmental laws in the country, many construction projects will now be excluded from protectionist laws. The YIMBY — Yes In My Back Yard — faction has won a major victory in the country’s most populous state with the signing into law by Gov. […]

Nearly 60 Million Acres Opened for Timber Production

As part of the Trump administration’s efforts to cut back environmental regulations, restrictions have been lifted on 30 percent of U.S. national forests. The rescinding of the 2001 Roadless Rule will remove restrictions on timber harvesting, road construction and reconstruction on close to 59 million acres of the National Forest System, according to an announcement […]

Floor & Decor Partners with Habitat for Humanity

The nationwide flooring chain is connecting with the organization to support its home-building efforts around the country. The new partnership has already resulted in the retailer donating more than $300,000 in flooring, tile and installation materials to over 60 local Habitat affiliates just this year so far, supporting more than 80 communities across the United […]