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2005 International Builder's Show

The 2005 International Builder Show – sponsored by the National Association of Homebuilders – brought a record number of attendees to Orlando (104,922 attendees to be exact). More than 1,600 manufacturers and suppliers filled the exhibit halls with new products, methods and materials. One particularly impressive booth was set up by Kohler, which was as big as a football field and featured a rock band. Over 200 educational seminars covered topics ranging from economic forecasts, to smart growth, to business management, trends and other housing issues.

One much touted highlight of the show was the New American Home 2005. This home features the latest in trends and technology that today’s buyers are looking for. Energy efficiency is a high priority in the New American Home – this home will use 47% less energy for heating and cooling than a similar home in the Florida climate. Other features include: hurricane resistant construction that includes concrete masonry construction for the first floor and the technology to monitor the front door, activate the sprinkler system, chlorinate the swimming pool, and more from anywhere in the house. The New American Home 2005 is a two-story, Mediterranean-style, handicap accessible home that covers over 9,000 square feet and has a value of $2.5 million.

Next year’s show, the 2006 International Builders' Show will again be in Orlando, Florida, and the dates are January 11-14.
 

Thanks for visiting us in Orlando at these 2005 Conventions

Coldwell Banker
February 10-13
Booth #200

ERA
February 14-17
Booth #200

Century 21
February 17-20
Booth #200

RE/MAX
Feb. 27 - March 2
Booth #302