The Houzz Renovation Barometer tracks residential renovation market expectations, project backlogs and recent activity among businesses in the construction sector and the architectural and design services sector in the U.S.

Matco-Norca promoted Phillip Lewis to vice president of commercial sales. He previously was southern regional sales manager. Brian Jennings was promoted to vice president of industrial sales after previously serving as assistant vice president of sales.

This year’s Emerging Leaders event was hosted by Viega. Attendees were taken to Broomfield, Colorado to tour Viega’s brand-new state-of-the-art training center and get a look at the company’s adjacent state-of-the-art corporate headquarters.

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The AD buying/marketing group reported a 7% increase in member sales across 12 AD divisions, totaling $10.2 billion. Purchases from AD suppliers grew by 8% in Q1, the group reported.

Launched in 1994, the AXOR Starck collection forever changed the market for design in the bathroom, the company said. With its radical simplicity and deep respect for water as the source of life, AXOR Starck is as relevant and successful today as ever, it noted.

A Bradley Corp. survey finds that 27% of Americans use the loo to “get away.” Click to read more about the other reasons why, besides using the toilet and washing their hands.

A copy of the letter American Standard sent to Seacrest and Jenner is shared, accompanied by the above image of the toilets and seats. The products were given as a gift and in no way imply an endorsement, the company explained.

This latest collection of furniture, ceramics and mirrors features refined shapes, surprising hues and innovative technology, the company notes.

By definition, the ASA Women in Industry Division’s primary mission is to provide practical guidance, direction and education to help women in the PHCP/PVF industry reach their personal and professional goals.