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Houzz VP of Industry Marketing, Liza Hausman presented new Houzz research at the 2024 HIRI Insights Summit. Click the link to catch up on key points from the presentation. https://bit.ly/3NNTGKd

Luke Thomas has “zero chill,” as he puts it — and that’s a great thing for his business. As CEO of H&L Design and Build in Rochester, New York, he is constantly asking questions and seeking to make processes more efficient. Those are just some of the reasons why H&L, which he co-founded with wife and designer Hannah Thomas in 2019, doubled its annual revenue from $400,000 in 2023 to $800,000 in 2024, and why the 2025 projection is $1.2 million. Click the link to take a closer look. https://bit.ly/40sxrRJ

Idéobain, an international event showcasing global solutions for the bathroom, was held recently as part of the Mondial du Bâtiment building trade fair in Paris. Houzz attended the Sept. 30 to Oct. 3 event and took stock of current and future trends. Here are the major themes we saw. Click the link for the full list. https://bit.ly/48dtzGd

Take our exclusive course for remodelers, developed with industry expert Mark Richardson, on how to grow all areas of your business. We worked with Mark Richardson to develop a unique course for our remodeling community on Houzz Pro that focuses on key growth areas and topics: robust business management processes, workflow technologies, financial acumen, and how to strengthen time management skills, among others. Click the link to learn more. https://bit.ly/4hh0eyt

Whether they manage to extract actual money directly, or they obtain sensitive data for identity theft, criminals often target their victims with creative and compelling requests. Here we share what to watch for so you can protect yourself and your business. Click the link for more tips. http://bit.ly/4f2zaBy

For firms that are ready to grow, finding the best talent is just the beginning. Christine Woodward, Founder and CEO of 19th & Co., a women-led business consulting firm for interior designers, shares strategies for recruiting and retaining better teams based on her experience with helping top firms thrive. Click the link to learn more and listen to episode four of The Pro Perspective this Thursday. https://bit.ly/3ylUpys

Our research on renovation spending has been featured on CNBC. Click the link for the full story. https://cnb.cx/4h76zMP

The twice-annual Maison & Objet show for interior decoration, design and lifestyle has for several years highlighted the latest eco materials and the finished products they’ve inspired. The fall 2024 show, held Sept. 5 to 9, was no exception. We took a closer look at the innovations shaping the future through sustainable, cutting-edge design. Click the link for the full story. https://bit.ly/3Yk7YZ5

Join our expert panelists on October 24 and Ann Lopez of Studio 790 and Stephanie Lindsey and Jessica Nelson of Etch Design Group to dive into the strategies that have contributed to their success in interior design. Click the link to register now. https://bit.ly/3Y4N2nP

Homeowners are increasingly prioritizing their personal needs during primary bathroom renovations more than they are resale value, according to the just-released 2024 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study. They’re also spending more. For more on spending behaviors, popular style preferences and other remodeling activity, click the link and view the full report. https://bit.ly/4dHL9mS