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NWA Home Show presented by NWA HBA NWA Democrat-Gazette | Sunday, February 25, 2018 5 But tech-savvy design and marketing experts say it's not good to sit on the sidelines until the dust settles. Builders should at least dip their toes in the smart- home water, even if they start small. Fresh from seeing the latest innovations at the Consumer Electronics Show, Tim Costello and Melissa Morman of Builder HomeSite and Builders Design Experience (BDX), shared what they found and what it means for home builders and remodelers during an education session at the 2018 International Builders' Show. "The tipping point is when there is more risk to not doing something than to doing something and doing it wrong," said Costello. At this point, "inaction is a greater risk than action." How Smart Can the 'Smart Home' Be? When it comes to smart homes and the growing number of apps and products to support them, many traditional builders remain apprehensive about the market. Continued on page 6 POWERED BY WWW.THEARKANSASCWCREW.COM