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Housing Outlook: Sales Hit 9-Month Low [Monday Minute]

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August 11, 2025, Edition

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Industry News

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Housing Outlook: Sales Hit 9-Month Low in June

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The housing market is cooling down from its post-pandemic highs, but affordability challenges continue to limit sales. Multifamily construction is thriving compared to single-family homes, and inventory levels are the most balanced in five years. However, prices remain high due to ongoing supply constraints.

Source: Kiplinger

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AI In Home Building: Still in Its Infancy, But Gaining Ground

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The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index survey shows that AI adoption in single-family home building is still minimal as of July 2025.

Early adoption trends point to marketing and planning as the main entry points for future growth.

Source: NAHB

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Podcast: Looking at the Benefits of Collaboration Between CMs & Architects

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Benjamin Tabolt, AIBD Immediate Past President and Director of the Technical Development Group at MiTek, explores the evolving role of building designers and discusses the potential for closer collaboration with component manufacturers (CMs). He highlights how such partnerships could foster innovation and deliver significant benefits for both parties.

Source: The AI Hat

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This Might Be Fun: Test Your Knowledge on Low-Slope Roof Drainage

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Proper drainage is key to the performance and lifespan of low-slope roofs, and the 2021 IBC and IPC set clear guidelines. Whether for new construction or re-roofing, it's important to understand slope requirements, drainage sizing, and material limits. Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge!

Source: The Construction Specifier

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Announcements

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Welcome New Members

And those returning

Charles Wilkes (TX) Associate

Glory Hotko (SC) Professional

Joshua Brashear (OH) Professional

Bryn Boger (AL) Educator

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Member Anniversaries

Congratulations to those celebrating the anniversary of their membership this month.

A special congratulations to...

  • Malisha Marlin-Fearson, for celebrating five years! 🥳🎉

Apologies, everyone! Last week, we accidentally misnamed "Lish," and we’re really sorry about that. Thanks so much for your understanding—we truly appreciate it!

Congrats! New CPBDs

James T Keenan, CPBD #39-128, Jamison PA (08/05)

Certification demonstrates a professional's mastery of industry-specific experience and knowledge.

CPBD Anniversaries

Congratulations to those celebrating the anniversary of their certification this month.

A special congratulations to...
​Debra Taylor Purvis, CPBD (MS), Jack Preston Wood, CPBD (TX), and Craig L. Meyer, CPBD (FL), for reaching 30 years!

Fenelon Diaz, CPBD (MI), Wilbert-Michael Lawrence, CPBD (CT), John J. Prietto, CPBD (WA), Larry Stephenson, CPBD (TX), and Dominic Luppino, CPBD (OH), are all celebrating 5 years!

Thank you for your expertise, commitment, and passion for enriching our field and setting a high standard for those who follow in your footsteps.

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Events & Training

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AIBD Chapters, Boards, and Councils

Click the links to view the topics and add to your calendar.

August 19 - National Council of Building Designer Certification (Virtual) 11:00 am ET. CANCELED

August 20 - Eastern Shore Chapter (Virtual) 3:30 pm ET

August 27 - Western NC Chapter (Virtual) 10:30 am ET

September 3 - Board of Directors (Virtual) 4:00 pm ET

September 16 - National Council of Building Designer Certification (Virtual) 11:00 am ET.

Change of Date!

September 30 (new date)

​Residential Design Connect Colorado

Registration is OPEN!

(In Person) 9:00 am to 4:00 pm MT - Douglas County Library, 100 S Wilcox St, Castle Rock, CO 80104.

AIBD Webinars

August 19 - High-Performance Homes Team - 2:00 p.m. ET - The Best Ways to Insulate & Ventilate Shed Roofs (1.0 P4 CE)

RESCHEDULED August 21 - Chief Architect Elevations - Exterior & Interior (1.0 P3 CE)

August 26 - CE Watch Party - 2:00 p.m. ET - (1.0 P4 CE)

NEW August 28 - Is It Time To Go Out On My Own? - 3:00 pm ET - (1.0 P1/P2 CE)

September 2 - Chief Architect Structural Plans - Foundation & Framing Plans (1.0 P3 CE)

September 12 - Coffee with Bernie - (Virtual) - 10:00 am ET - Are stepped ceilings still a thing?

October 7 - Chief Architect Series Q & A (1.0 P3 CE)

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Training Events

Hosted By AIBD CE Providers

American Training Solutions - ​Look for other live in-person and virtual events.

AEC Daily - ​Look for in-person and virtual events.

CEAcademy - ​Look for in-person and virtual events.

CEDIA Expo 2025 - Denver, CO - September 3-6, 2025. Information​

Chief Academy 2025 - Coeur d'Alene - August 26-29 Sign Up!​

Residential Design Connect Colorado - September 30 Sign Up or Sponsor​

Green Home Institute - ​Look for in-person and virtual events.

SoftPlan - Virtual training dates​

Traditional Building Conference - Tappan Hill Mansion, NY - October 7 & 8, 2025 - Info​rmation​

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Recent Committee Activities

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Committee Volunteers Needed

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The AIBD Board of Directors and the NCBDC have recently elected their new boards and officers, as well as appointed committee chairs for the upcoming fiscal year. They are now seeking passionate volunteers to help steer the association’s vision and initiatives, shaping its future for the year ahead and beyond.

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