International Builders’ Show
The is the largest annual light construction show in the world. The three-day event connects and educates home building professionals by showcasing the latest products, engaging construction demos, insightful education sessions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Types of Education at IBS
IBS attendees have the opportunity to attend any of more than 120 education sessions during the show. The variety of formal classes and informal learning opportunities offer attendees new ideas, information, tips and techniques they can implement into their business immediately.
The IBS education programs cover a broad range of housing industry topics including economic trends, business opportunities and new markets, technology, high-performance building, sales and marketing, construction methods, business management, legal issues, government regulation, architecture, design, community planning and more.
What's on the IBS Exhibit Floor?
In addition to its numerous education sessions, IBS is the nation’s largest annual residential construction exhibition for manufacturers and suppliers of home building products and services. The exhibit floor at IBS — which spanned more than 700,000 square feet during the 2025 show — provides an expansive environment where attendees can see and learn about cutting-edge products from more than 1,800 exhibitors.
Since 2014, IBS has co-located with the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® (KBIS), creating a mega-event called Design and Construction Week® (DCW). All registered IBS attendees have access to the exhibit floors of both shows. Together, the shows consistently draw a growing number of attendees and exhibitors; in 2025, total attendance of DCW surpassed 130,000.
Networking Opportunities at IBS
The Builders' Show offers unparalleled networking opportunities for professionals from all sectors across the home building industry. Attendees can connect with builders, remodelers, architects, designers, and manufacturers from around the world.
With dedicated networking events like the IBS House Party, Pro Builder and Show Village Happy Hours, IBS Young Pro Party, numerous awards ceremonies and niche-specific meetups in the Centrals, professionals have countless chances to forge new relationships, exchange ideas, and build strategic partnerships. These events are designed to foster meaningful conversations in both casual and professional settings, helping attendees grow their networks and stay ahead in a competitive industry.
Must-See Displays Outside the Exhibit Floor
The Pro Builder Show Village at IBS is a dynamic, outdoor exhibit that brings cutting-edge construction techniques and real-world design solutions to life. Celebrating its 30th year, Show Village features fully built, walk-through homes and structures that showcase the latest in prefabrication, modular design, and sustainable building practices. Attendees can explore innovative layouts, materials, and technologies firsthand, providing invaluable insights for builders, architects, and designers seeking to stay ahead of industry trends.
And for those who want to see a real-world example of the latest advancements in residential design, construction techniques, and sustainable innovation, tours are available at The New American Home. Built each year as the flagship exhibit of IBS, the show home displays cutting-edge products and technologies from top manufacturers, highlighting trends in energy efficiency, smart home integration, and luxury living. Each edition is designed to inspire building professionals by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in custom home building, blending architectural excellence with real-world performance standards.
The show home consistently meets or exceeds rigorous energy-efficiency and performance benchmarks. Notably, The New American Home 2025 achieved a record-breaking -54 HERS Index rating, setting a new benchmark for the program. The home also earned certifications from ENERGY STAR, Indoor airPLUS, and the Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home Program, underscoring its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
To learn more about these events and the many other offerings at IBS, visit buildersshow.com.
