Maureen Alley was community editor of ForResidentialPros.com, Residential Design + Build , Qualified Remodeler , Kitchen & Bath Design News and Exterior Contractor magazines. She also previously held positions as editor and managing editor for RD+B, as well as managing editor for Website Magazine. She has covered residential design and construction for six years. Maureen holds a master’s in journalism from Roosevelt University in Chicago, and serves as adjunct instructor for Madison College in Madison, Wis. and Marian University, Fond du Lac, Wis.
Articles by Maureen
Friendly triumph
by Maureen Alley
Created: July 20, 2012
Federal agency required approval every step of the way on this custom...
Induction Cooktops: Clean, Fast and Safe
by Maureen Alley
Created: July 10, 2012
Induction cooktops are taking off in the U.S. market.
Gen Y: We are driving the recovery
by Maureen Alley
Created: May 31, 2012
Low interest rates and a buyer's market encouraged Gen Yers and new...
State of the Industry: Slow but Improving
by Maureen Alley
Created: May 30, 2012
Economists provide insight into data and trends that show an optimistic...
A Gen Yer Shares Why She Bought Her First Home
by Maureen Alley
Created: May 29, 2012
Reports show that Gen Yers as the key to the housing recovery. New home...
Custom Conservatories
by Maureen Alley
Created: May 9, 2012
Designing a custom conservatory for the backyard of any home is possible...
NAHBR, NARI Celebrate National Remodeling Month
by Maureen Alley
Created: May 4, 2012
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry and National...
National Architecture Week Goes Social
by Maureen Alley
Created: April 9, 2012
The American Institute of Architects connects architects, architect...
Remodeler Jumps into Living Social Pool
by Maureen Alley
Created: March 19, 2012
Chicago remodeler offers $5,000 deal for bathroom remodel
Orlando 2012- International Builders’ Show Preview
by Maureen Alley
Created: January 13, 2012
Trade professionals and building product manufacturers gather at the...
Artistic heat
by Maureen Alley
Created: January 13, 2012
Prestyl panels add more than aesthetics to a room — these radiant heating...
Confidence grows; Builders share why
By Maureen Alley
Created: December 22, 2011
Two builders provide insight into the region that experienced the most...
Thankful for a great year
by Maureen Alley
Created: December 21, 2011
Reflections on the changes, news stories and happenings from 2011
2012 International Builders' Show Product Preview
by Maureen Alley
Created: December 19, 2011
Building manufacturers launch new products at 2012 IBS in Orlando
Dress the part: Appearances, impressions on the jobsite
by Maureen Alley
Created: December 15, 2011
Jobsite apparel, image can hurt a company's reputation and even be...
Tips from another architect who is hiring
by Maureen Alley
Created: December 7, 2011
EVstudio shares insight into why the company is always looking for talented...
Promoting certifications and designations
by Maureen Alley
Created: December 1, 2011
How do you market your certifications and designations?
New transitions rely heavily on clear communication, respect
by Maureen Alley
Created: November 18, 2011
Communication is always important to guarantee everything runs smoothly...
Chimney appeal
by Maureen Alley
Created: November 11, 2011
European Copper chimney pots were inspired and invented to provide an...
Dishwasher earns designer raves
by Maureen Alley
Created: November 9, 2011
Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. CST, a Twitter chat is held for the kitchen and...