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vol. 24, no.08 august 2011

THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF LOUISVILLE, INC.

association news 15 2010 Louisville Remodeling Award Winners 16 HBAL Membership Drive is Second Highest in Nation 18 Today’s Top Kitchens Serve Up Pizzazz and Performance 24 HBAL.com Getting a Makeover 24 Codes Corner 25 Photos from the First-Ever HBAL Family Picnic departments Perspective Letter...............................5

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A Playhouse for Addie When Dustin Childers told his daughter, Addie, that she was getting a new house, she excitedly starting packing her bags. The five-year-old little girl was ready to move in that very afternoon. page 6

Member Meetings............................26 Member News..................................27 New Members..................................28 Members Pending............................28 Honor Roll.......................................29 Milestone Members.........................29 Calendar of Events...........................30 playhouse for addie i 2010 louisville remodeling award winners i today’s top kitchens serve up pizzazz

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Cover: Registered Remodelor Kiel Thomson’s kitchen on this years Tour of Remodeled Homes. See this home and 17 others, August 13th & 14th.

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Homeownership is the Priority

by Chuck kavanaugh

Rob Eberenz, Jr. Vice President Bob Thieneman, Jr. Treasurer Perry Lyons Secretary Stan Logan, Jr. Associate Vice President Charles J. Kavanaugh Executive Vice President BUILDER DIRECTORS Terry Chynoweth Pat Durham Michael Isaac Joe Kroll P. R. Lancaster David Lurding Jeremy McGraw George Miller Michael O’Dea Chris Osborne Rocco Pigneri David Rateau Dave Smith Todd Stengel ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS Bill Bardenwerper Davis Boland Joe Dumstorf David Ernst Dale Hellmann Buddy Kittle Paul Miele David Mikels Teresa Morgan Jeff Ratanapool Tom Raver Joe Simms Derek Smothers

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HONORARY associate DIRECTORs Frank Arnold, Sr. Richard Bean PUBLISHER Charles J. Kavanaugh EDITOR Tara Brinkmoeller Advertising Melissa Mattingly Kimberly Greenwell 502.429.6000 GRAPHIC DESIGN Scott Dudgeon Writers Stacy Smith Rogers HBAL Issues Nancy Miller Product Features HBAL Staff PRINTING United Graphics

With Homearama just ending and the Tour of Remodeled Homes upon us, the focus for thousands of Louisville area residents were new and remodeled homes. These events showcase and promote homeownership at its best in the Louisville area. But, recently some government policymakers and media have suggested that homeownership should no longer be a national priority! Some have even suggested that renting is better than owning a home.

“Ninety-five percent of respondents say they are happy with their decision to own a home; 73% of voters who do not now own a home, said that it is a goal of theirs to eventually own a home.”

However, this is in direct opposition to the beliefs of most Americans, according to a recent national survey of likely voters commissioned by NAHB and conducted jointly by the top two polling companies in D.C., Public Opinion Strategies and Lake Research Partners.

The survey results make it clear that owning a home is part of the American Dream! In fact, 75% of those surveyed(both current owners and renters) said that owning a home is worth the risk of the fluctuation in the market. Ninety-five percent of respondents say they are happy with their decision to own a home; 73% of voters who do not now own a home, said that it is a goal of theirs to eventually own a home.

“Eighty percent of current homeowners would also advise friends of family members just starting out to buy a home” Eighty percent of current homeowners would also advise friends or family members just starting out to buy a home (This is true event among those underwater on their mortgage.)

In addition to this NAHB polling, the NY Times recently found in their polling the same results as NAHB. In fact, they found that nearly nine in 10 Americans say homeownership is still an important

part of the American Dream and they are keen on making sure it stays that way.

What is most important to take away from the NAHB and NY Times surveys and to share with customers and the media is that the American people are committed to and believe in the value of homeownership. Surveys also show that the majority of people do not blame our industry for the current economic situation.

We have been and will continue to share the poll results with local media and members of Congress and we stress the fact that homeownership is not dead, although that seems to be the D.C. policymaker’s sentiment. Please join us in spreading the word.

For a detailed presentation about the poll findings and additional materials, visit NAHB.org/PollResources.

To read the NY Times article, visit nytimes.com and search “Home Ownership June 29, 2011” Sincerely,

Charles J. Kavanaugh Executive Vice President Home Builders Association of Louisville

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Playhouse for Addie A deserving family ... a team of volunteers ... and a shared vision to use homebuilding to open eyes and touch hearts

By Stacy Smith Rogers, Grace Communications, LLC

When Dustin Childers told his daughter, Addie, that she was getting a new house, she excitedly started packing her bags. The five-year-old little girl was ready to move in that very afternoon. After a little explaining, Addie’s excitement over a change in address transformed into visions of inviting her friends over to a playhouse in her own backyard, one that she was told would be custom designed especially for her and her special needs.

The playhouse he described to her is the result of a shared vision of doing something good for someone else that raises awareness of the challenges and blessings that families often find themselves unexpectedly embracing. Addie’s playhouse launched a formal introduction to the philanthropic efforts of HBAL’s Building Industry’s Charitable Foundation (BICF) and a partnership with Kosair Charities and YouthBuild Louisville.

Kosair Charities selected the Childers family as the playhouse recipient earlier this spring and provided the funding available to purchase building supplies. BICF enlisted the help of YouthBuild to construct the home under guidance of HBAL Vice President Rob Eberenz, Jr, Interior designer Liz Wilson, Liz at Home, offered her expertise in decorating the playhouse and worked closely with Addie and her parents on making it reflect her individual style. Built specifically around her needs, the playhouse was unveiled to Addie’s family and friends of HBAL during the Preview Party held the night before the opening of Homearama in Norton Commons.

Eberenz commented on the project and the inclusion in this year’s Homearama. “This was a great opportunity to pull together the three organizations and bring awareness to the association’s charitable foundation,” he said.

Addie’s mom, Jill, described the day her husband told her about the call from Vicky Weber at Kosair Charities. “I thought for sure that Dustin was pulling a joke on me. We were just in shock. Although we

feel Addie is very deserving, we also feel like so many other special needs children are too. We hope to share it with as many friends as possible,” she said.

Jill commented on the first meeting she, Dustin and Addie attended at HBAL. “There were about 12-15 people there and they asked Addie about her favorite colors, and what they needed to do to customize the home so she could enjoy it. We spoke with Rob Eberenz, Jr., who made it a point to take every detail into consideration,” she said.

“Addie was all smiles when we showed up on site to see the construction taking place. I want to thank everyone involved. They are all lighting up Addie’s life for sure.”

- Jill Childers

Jill explained that it took a while for Addie to grasp the idea that a playhouse was being built especially for her, but a trip to the construction site gave her the perspective to realize that this project wasn’t just about the house, but more about the people involved in building and designing it. “Addie was all smiles when we showed up on site to see the construction taking place. I want to thank everyone involved. They are all lighting up Addie’s life for sure,” Jill said.

Weber commented on Addie and the decision to select her family for this special project. “It was not an easy decision. Every Kosair Kid is special, but Addie Childers has overcome multiple milestones, including years of special therapies, from the beginning of her life. Addie will be able to strengthen her abilities through her wonderful house, designed especially for her. She will be able to interact in her playhouse and possibly expedite her rehabilitation,” she said. august 2011 7

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YouthBuild working on construction of the playhouse.

“The playhouse offers a family-friendly venue for the family to watch Addie reach so many milestones...

Partnering with YouthBuild and the local home building industry’s foundation is an amazing way to make a difference in this little girl’s life.”

- Vicky Weber

Weber explained that the playhouse will offer Addie an opportunity to have in-home physical therapy through a fun playhouse atmosphere.

“Her entire family is so supportive and plays a major role in her therapy.

The playhouse offers a family-friendly venue for the family to watch Addie reach so many milestones,” she said.

Weber elaborated about the mission of Kosair Charities and this partnership with YouthBuild and HBAL. “We always try to go above and beyond so that every child has the opportunity to have a fulfilling life.

Fortunately, Addie is one Kosair Kid whose rehabilitation will truly be helped through a project like the playhouse. Partnering with YouthBuild and the local home building industry’s foundation is an amazing way to make a difference in this little girl’s life. It’s a blessing,” she added.

The 8 x 12 foot playhouse features custom-made Amish cabinetry and furniture designed to aid in Addie’s mobility. According to her mother, Addie is able to walk only while holding onto something, so she appreciated the fact that all the furniture was built-in. In addition, a reading space, kitchen and lounging area makes the playhouse an ideal getaway for Addie when she wants to let her imagination wander.

Jill elaborated on the excitement of working with interior designer Liz Wilson, Liz @ Home. “Liz really made Addie feel special. She encouraged Addie to pick out custom fabrics for the inside of the house, 8 louisville builder • hbal.com

which was a lot of fun, along with picking out paint colors. Addie really feels like she’s a part of this,” she said.

“Liz really made Addie feel special. She encouraged Addie to pick out custom fabrics for the inside of the house, which was a lot of fun, along with picking out paint colors. Addie really feels like she’s a part of this.”

- Jill Childers

Addie’s playhouse features landscaping designed not only with talent, but with a lot of love. Her grandfather, Rick Sansbury, is a local landscaper and was a natural choice for embellishing the playhouse with a full adaptive entry with pavers leading up to a patio, water feature and colorful landscaping. “That was something else that made this special and even more amazing for Addie,” Jill said.

Behind the Scenes with YouthBuild One of the goals of this project was mentoring the YouthBuild participants. At each stage of the building process, the students were introduced to people with expertise in different aspects of building.

According to Forest Aalderink, construction manager and training administrator for YouthBuild, nine students were involved in the construction of Addie’s playhouse, which he estimates took approximately 200 man hours to complete. “It was a great opportunity for our students.

The project itself reinforced a lot of the instruction they’ve already received, with some new techniques as well. Dave Mikels came in and taught them how to use spray foam insulation. In addition, it was a

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About Addie

Playhouse recipient Addie Childers with her parents Jill & Dustin.

unique project with the custom Amish cabinetry. That really gave our guys some experience working with a truly high level of craftsmanship,” Aalderink explained.

“One of the main things we teach is the value of service to others, so this project for such a deserving little girl was ideal. There was a lot of joy instilled in our students, and a sense of pride for having created such a high quality product.”

- Forest Aalderink

“One of the main things we teach is the value of service to others, so this project for such a deserving little girl was ideal. There was a lot of joy instilled in our students, and a sense of pride for having created such a high quality product. The best part of the project was when Addie and her family came in to meet our crew,” he recalled. Aalderink said that visit really fostered enthusiasm among the crew and provided a personalized perspective for the students.

“It’s been fun to work with Rob Eberenz, Jr., Davis Boland and Dave Mikels and get to know them and educate them on how YouthBuild works. I look forward to working with them again in the future to improve the lives of our young adults,” he added.

Want to Learn More About Giving Back?

BICF is an official 501c3 organization coordinated through HBAL that allows participants to contribute to area worthy causes. For more information about BICF and future projects, visit bicflouisville.org. To learn more about Kosair Charities, visit kosaircharities.org. For more information about YouthBuild Louisville, visit youthbuildlouisville.org.

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Addie shares her parents’ love (and her playhouse) with younger brother Austin. When she was born, her parents were shocked to learn there were complications with her health. They were unaware of the challenges ahead. “We went into the hospital for her delivery thinking we would be taking her home just like any normal family after only a couple of days. We had no idea she would be there for seven weeks. It’s not exactly what you envision with your first child.

It was a roller coaster of emotions,” she recalled. Addie’s diagnosis falls under the umbrella of cerebral palsy, however her medical challenges have perplexed doctors from the start. She was on a feeding tube for the first three years of her life. “When you leave the hospital with a special needs child, you’re pretty much on your own. You have to learn to network and ask a lot of questions and be willing to ask for and accept help from others,” she explained.

“Kosair has been a huge factor for us. Because of Kosair, we’ve been able to try new therapies that our insurance wouldn’t cover. And, when she outgrew her push stroller and needed something bigger, they stepped in to make that happen. They’ve been an outstanding resource for us and a great vehicle to raise awareness of what families with special needs go through,” Jill elaborated.

“Kosair has been a huge factor for us. Because of Kosair, we’ve been able to try new therapies that our insurance wouldn’t cover. And, when she outgrew her push stroller and needed something bigger, they stepped in to make that happen. They’ve been an outstanding resource for us and a great vehicle to raise awareness of what families with special needs go through.”

- Jill Childers

Jill said that Addie has already changed a lot of people’s lives and their family welcomes the opportunity to impact others. “Sometimes I look at other families with healthy little girls who are running and playing carefree, and I start to have my own pity party. But, then I look at Addie and realize that she’s happy being herself and if she can be happy, then so can I. She makes life happy, so I’ve decided I need to deal with it and go on. My new mantra is the saying, ‘Life is what you make it. Always has been. Always will be.’ If you dwell on the bad things, you’re going to miss out on the good things,” she said.

Jill speaks with an optimism and a sense of thankfulness. “The unknown is the hardest part. But, we’re lucky that Addie is ours and the fact we’ve been welcomed into the special needs community with so much love and friendship. We’ve developed so many close relationships because of Addie,” she added.

To learn more about Addie’s family and their experience with Homearama, as well as what it’s like to raise a child with special needs, Jill welcomes visitors to her blog, sweetreflections.org.

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26th Annual

August 13th & 14th

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By Stacy Smith Rogers, Grace Communications, LLC

The 26th Annual Tour of Remodeled Homes will take place August 13-14, once again offering innovative ideas in home renovation as local remodelers showcase their talents through some of the area’s latest remodeling projects. The popular event held each August continues to draw huge crowds and generate media awareness of the value of upgrading and improving homes.

This year’s event features a wide range of projects, including a bungalow in Anchorage that was transformed into a large, beautiful home.

Other projects worked magic on existing spaces, transforming garages into graceful living spaces and removing staircases to open up kitchens.

Another project evolved from the demolition of the existing home into one with heated floors throughout.

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ent and promotion of HBAL members. “When people come to these homes, they are no longer kicking tires. They are looking for specific ideas and models for their own remodeling projects. This provides an enormous opportunity for the remodelor and the subs to personally meet and speak with those individuals,” she explained.

This year’s Tour of Remodeled Homes offers something for curiosity seekers as well as those who are ready to hire a professional. Keeping with its historic tradition of showcasing some of the area’s most innovative remodeling projects, homes ranging from large to small, traditional to contemporary will be on display.

Visit HBAL.com for more more information including an interactive map and more photos.

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Here’s a sneak peek at the projects on display:

Rick Allison and Tom Kruse Kruse Allison Construction Co., Inc. 5413 Pueblo Road, 40207

Brandon Bailey Bailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC 827 Huntington Road, 40207

Carl Baker Sterling Development Group 617 Sunnyside Drive, 40206

Bill Bruenderman Bruenderman Construction & Remodeling 2004 Starmont Road, 40207

Michael Cadden & Chris Duffy Promaster Contracting, Inc. 4400 Signal Hill Road, 40207

Michael Cadden & Chris Duffy Promaster Contracting, Inc. 1406 Northwind Road, 40207

David Elder, Jr. Redlee Construction & Dev Co., Inc. 1412 Northwind Road, 40207

Joe French Louisville Handyman, Inc. 3107 Haddon Road, 40241

Karen McKechnie Stonehenge Construction LLC 11204 Rannoch Lane, 40243

Karen McKechnie Stonehenge Construction LLC 1310 Glenbrook Road, 40223

John Miranda and Chris Knopf Pinnacle Properties of Louisville LLC 8712 Stockport Rd., 40222

Robert A. Peterson, Jr. Robert A. Peterson Jr., Co., Inc. 502 South Beckley Station Rd., 40245 august 2011 11

Jim Phillips Jim Phillips Restoration & Remodeling, Inc. 2211 Cherokee Parkway, 40204

Jeff Smith Insuramax Contractors 2011 Gardiner Lane, 40205

Kiel Thomson Kiel Thomson Company 2500 Meadow Road, 40205

Pat Wissing Wissing Contracting Company, Inc. 401 South Sherrin Avenue, 40207

Ron Wolford Wolford Built Homes, LLC 1510 Hobbs Park Road, 40223

Gary Wooldridge Wooldridge Brothers Builders, Inc. 4116 Ormond Road, 40207

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HBAL Membership Drive is Second Highest in Nation

By Stacy Smith Rogers, Grace Communications, LLC

In the midst of a struggling economy, HBAL has achieved the second highest recruitment class in the nation. “The membership drive was simply incredible,” commented HBAL Executive Vice President Chuck Kavanaugh.

“When we compare ourselves with other cities that are twice our size, and realize how many members we’re bringing in, it’s truly impressive. I’m proud of everyone who pitched in, including those people whom we’ve always counted on and newer members who are stepping up and taking a more active role in the association,” he added.

John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties, was “manning” the phones at NAHB headquarters in Washington, D.C. during National Membership Day. “To put our results into perspective, HBAL recruited nearly five percent of all the members that were recruited nationally during Membership Day back in May. Hats off to Bob (Thieneman, Jr.) and Nicole (Bouchard) for putting together such a great drive.

When I heard our results called into to NAHB Chairman Bob Nielsen, it definitely made me proud to be part of this great association,” he said.

HBAL Treasurer Bob Thieneman, Jr., credited a competitive atmosphere for contributing to a successful drive.

“Several teams were fighting to win right up until the board meeting, which was the cut-off. In the end, it was a tie,” he said, also citing other key factors in the success. “Some of those factors include a strong, core group of leaders, a 16 louisville builder • hbal.com

Tied for first place with 35 members, The Mighty Membership Minions with HBAL President Billy Doelker, Team Captain Jeremy Espositio, Tom Raver & John Thomas

Tied for first place with 35 members, The Git’er Done Team with HBAL Treasurer Bob Thieneman, Jr., Jarrod Vowels, Dave Mikels, Dale Hellmann, & Team Captain P.R. Lancaster

staff that is very helpful and dedicated and younger rising stars that are starting to get involved,” he said. Thieneman also referenced the structure of the day, which included 10 groups of five members each working in morning and afternoon shifts with lunches provided by sponsors.

“Some of those factors include a strong, core group of leaders, a staff that is very helpful and dedicated and younger rising stars that are starting to get involved.”

- Bob Thieneman, Jr. “One of the techniques that I thought was effective was done by Tom Raver, who emphasized to a potential associate member the value of being able to network with prospective customers. He signed up on the spot,” Thieneman said.

Team members emphasized the value of membership, including opportunities to take advantage of insurance and expanding client bases through networking and sponsorships. “We also communicated the value of being a part of the bigger cause of affordable housing that HBAL is constantly working on through political and agency relations.

One of the easiest selling tools is the testimonials of other associates that have stayed involved for years,” Thieneman said. “We are still the second largest HBA in the nation.

That’s pretty impressive for a city our size,” he added.

According to HBAL Membership Manager Nicole Bouchard, the contest continues through the November General Membership Meeting, which is also Spike Appreciation Night. For more information on the value of membership, contact her at nicole@hbal.com or 429-6000.

Membership By the Numbers 10 Teams May Recruitment Total: 118 2011 Total-To-Date (at press time): 228 Goal for the Year: 300 The Results ...

Tied for first place were The Git ‘er Done Team led by PR Lancaster with team members: Bob Thieneman, Jr., Dave Mikels, Dale Hellmann and Jarrod Vowels and Mighty Membership Minions Team led by Jeremy Esposito with team members: Tom Raver, Billy Doelker and John Thomas. Both teams recruited 35 members each.

John Miranda took first place in the category of Top Builder/Remodelor Recruiter, while Jeremy Esposito claimed first place in the Top Affiliate/Associate Recruiter category.

Chris Crumpton of Integrated Engineering won the new member drawing for two Southwest Airline Tickets.

Teams and Captains: Commercial Council Team: Dan Pellissier Retention Committee Team: Rob Eberenz, Jr. Surprise Winners Team: Chris Cundiff Magic Wands Team: David Rateau Membership Maniacs Team: Pat Durham Mighty Membership Minions Team: Jeremy Esposito The Foundation Team: Davis Boland The Good Guys Team: Joe Dumstorf

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The Fabulous Five Team: George Miller The Git ‘er Done Team: PR Lancaster

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Today’s Top Kitchens Serve Up

Pizzazz and Performance

By Nancy Miller

Kitchen design may not be as trendy as today’s fashions, but there are some definite “ins” that the savviest designers, builders and homeowners are adapting, usually with their individual touches. The folks at the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) are on top of what’s hot and what’s oh so cool in kitchens. Recently the organization has identified a few exciting trends:

• While traditional style remains the most popular, Shaker has supplanted contemporary as the second most sought after look.

• Neutral tones in cabinetry, wall color and flooring can still be seen but they’re waning in favor of more vibrant colors. Some of the most innovative designers say that when fearless colors are introduced artfully with the counterbalance of stainless steel and shimmering lights, the result is not only palatable, but perfection.

• Soft geometry flows through some of the most stunning kitchens as bended or rounded shapes of an arch or light direct the eye as well as traffic and task path.

• Dark natural finishes have become the most common type of kitchen cabinet finish. Medium natural and white painted finishes have fallen slightly. Distressed finishes dropped significantly from a year ago, and have been recently used by just 5% of NKBA designers.

• Island tops countertops and walls are being customized to the task performed and to the needs and lifestyle of the homeowners. Lower desk and prep areas can be paired with higher breakfast bar surfaces to foster family interaction and to give visual balance.

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• The 2010 NKBA Design Competition confirmed that Japanese influence is surfacing in a major way. It’s notable for its clean lines, open spaces and neutral color palettes with splashes of color.

• Using a piece of artwork or sculpture can be the catalyst for design and color choices. It can both define and personalize a kitchen.

• Extending cabinets to the ceiling can result in significantly more storage space. Maximize the use of corner cabinets, such as a Lazy Susan or a corner cabinet with adjustable shelves and a bi-fold door. Add a pullout storage unit to a blind corner cabinet for even more storage. NKBA designers also advise including a drawer base for cutlery, silverware and utensils. Drawer bases create more efficient storage over base cabinets with rollout shelves. Place drawers beside the range to accommodate pots, pans and lids. Install tray dividers above the refrigerator or cooktop.

What to do with that unused filler space? Add a pull-out spice rack.

• Put the backsplash to work! Hang a rail for cooking utensils, paper towels, or magnetic knife holders.

• Be equally creative with the end of a cabinet run and add shelves for books or an open area for pet food dishes.

Today’s Top Kitchens • Open living areas are dictating a new approach to kitchen design.

Lifestyles and multi-purpose functions are prime considerations when designing many new kitchens. Upper cabinetry fitted snugly into a wall rather than protruding from it, a refrigerator that blends almost seamlessly into a stainless wall, and an island that hides a conveniently placed wine storage are ways to increase the functionality of and European style to a kitchen.

• While the incorporation of wine refrigerators seems to be on the decline, unchilled wine storage is growing in popularity. More than half of designers now incorporate wine storage areas into their kitchens. Appliance garages also seem to be falling out of favor.

• Coffee and wine bars are often de rigueur in the modern kitchen.

• The French door refrigerator has strengthened its position as the type specified most often by kitchen designers, easily beating out freezerbottom and side-by models. Among smaller units, refrigerator and freezer drawers continue to be used by about a third of designers, about the same amount as undercounter wine refrigerators, which have been on the decline lately.

• Induction cooktops haven’t overtaken gas and electric models, but they’re closing the gap. Gas cooktops are specified by about two thirds of NKBA designers, but that’s down from about three quarters a year ago. Electric cooktops have become slightly more popular, used by about forty percent of designers. Energy efficient induction cooktops are now used by more than a third.

• Incandescent lighting continues its journey to obsolescence. Designers are choosing more energy efficient lighting options. LED (light emitting diode) lighting was recently used by more than half of designers, but only a third installed CFL (compact fluorescent light) bulbs as a solution, most likely due to the poor quality of light that CFLs often produce.

• A greater emphasis is being made to address trash in the kitchen.

Nearly 9 out of 10 kitchens designed by NKBA members recently included trash or recycling pull-outs. Trash compactors have also become more common.

Kitchen design is being impacted as Baby Boomers reach retirement age and may begin to face physical limitations. What has been referred to as aging-in-place design is often being replaced by the concept of universal design. The latter encompasses design that focuses on and responds to the needs of a variety of individuals, including those who are handicapped. Universal design is all about accessibility and functionality, but the most successful universal design doesn’t sacrifice strong aesthetics to achieve those objectives.

One of the buzz phrases in kitchen planning is universal design. According to General Electric, most anyone can benefit from a universal design kitchen, because it not only accommodates people of varying ages, heights, and abilities, but allows the kitchen to adapt to the changing needs of an individual over time. GE offers the following tips for universal design: • Virtually any kitchen can incorporate universal design features. In terms of floor space, however, plan for a minimum of 30” to 48” in front of each appliance and work surface, and 42” to 48” wide aisles. If an island is included, make sure it doesn’t impede access to any part of the kitchen or impair workflow, and that it is large enough to be truly useful.

• Universal design does not require custom cabinetry. Three countertop heights are typically provided in a universal-design kitchen: a 42” to 45” standing height, the standard 36” work surface height, and a 30” to 32” height for seated cooks and children. Universal design features for countertops include heat-proof surfaces, raised edge detail on countertops to prevent spills and to provide a visual and tactile indicator of the countertop edge. Combine light and dark surfaces for visual contrast.

Eliminate sharp corners and edges on countertops.

• Choose faucets with single lever handles, sinks with shallow bowls and smooth-surface flooring.

• Select appliances that are easy to open and use, including easy-to-read graphics and features that provide added convenience and flexibility.

• A side-by-side refrigerator provides full-height access to both fresh food and freezer compartments, as well as narrower doors. Some top-mount refrigerators also have freezer storage within the recommended universal reach range of 15” to 54”. Look for features that make the refrigerator more convenient and easy-to-use, like spill-proof shelves, gallon container storage in the door, slide-out shelves, and see-through vegetable/fruit bins.

A through-the-door ice and water dispenser is helpful.

• Look for controls that are located on the front of a range so the cook doesn’t have to reach across hot burners. A self-cleaning oven may be important for elderly or disabled family members, and is a timesaver for all.

• Because cooktops can be individually installed at varying heights with knee space underneath, they’re a good choice for people with mobility impairments. Consider smooth ceramic cooktops with burners as flush as possible, or continuous grates on gas cooktops for easy sliding of pots and pans.

• Wall ovens are generally preferred because they can be installed with one rack at the level of an adjacent countertop, reducing the need to bend and improving accessibility. Look for a self-cleaning wall oven with easy-to-read graphics, an easy-grip handle, an oven lock-out switch, and generous interior lighting.

• A touch control microwave oven placed at counter height provides easy cooking access for people of various ages and physical abilities.

Other features to look for include electronic sensors that correctly cook specific foods automatically, audio and visual “cooking complete” signals, and digital help displays that explain how to operate the microwave.

• Select a dishwasher with automatic soil content, water temperature, and cycle selection sensors, flexible loading features such as fold-down tines, a lock-out switch to prevent accidental operation, and easy-toread display, and electronic problem indicators.

The “green” in kitchens doesn’t refer to the green veggies in the fridge or the lime green paint color on the wall. Green initiatives run a wide gamut in the kitchen as they do in the rest of the home, and encompass details such as lighting, flooring and cabinetry.

As mentioned above, LED lights are one way to light the kitchen green. There are many different possibilities for green flooring. Don’t make the mistake of automatically assuming that bamboo is the greenest of flooring products. Regionally grown oak may be a much greener alternative considering that most bamboo is imported from China, august 2011 19

Today’s Top Kitchens creating a rather large carbon footprint. And don’t rule out linoleum if you’re thinking of going green for the kitchen floor. Linoleum has made impressive aesthetic strides and it is made from natural fibers and linseed oil. Many cabinet manufacturers are adhering to strict green guidelines. The Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA) created the Environmental Stewardship Program to help cabinet manufacturers demonstrate their commitment to environmental sustainability to help consumers easily identify environmentally-friendly products.

To gain the ESP seal, CARB ATCM compliant low formaldehyde emitting particleboard, hardwood plywood and MDF panel products are mandatory. The ESP certification criteria encourage the use of solid wood and plywood products certified through a recognized sustainable forestry program by doubling the possible points. Companies who offer chain-of-custody sustainable forestry certification on at least one line of cabinetry earn additional points.

Louisville Builder talked to eight of Louisville’s kitchen and cabinetry experts to discuss their ideas of what’s new, what’s on the horizon and what builders, remodelers and homeowners need to know to create the most efficient, best looking kitchens imaginable.

Linda Dumstorf, Co-owner The Trend “One of the most important words that comes to mind when talking about kitchen appliances is ‘steam’. Steam entered our market with steam dryers, then washers, and then added steam as a cycle for dishwashers. Now Thermador has introduced a 48” convection range with a steam oven. The convection provides the ability to brown the food.

Steam has the advantage of producing very moist cooking, and it pre-

serves the nutrients of the food. I think it’s the answer to everything. It almost eliminates a microwave to rewarm food. You can put a medium rare steak in the refrigerator overnight, and remove it the next morning to reheat it in the steam without cooking it.

The Thermador Pro Grand Steam Range is a combination steam and large capacity convection oven, a six burner gas cooktop and a warming drawer. It offers steaming, convection baking, burner cooking, simmering, grilling, griddle cooking and warming. Its water tank design allows for spill-proof refilling, and eliminates the need for plumbing modifications during installation.

In Europe, induction counts for about 75% of the market. Even though it draws amperage, virtually all the heated is created in the pan itself. It provides all the benefits of gas and is more efficient than gas.

Only some customers have heard of induction and a few have seen it, so it’s critical that we have a live unit on the floor to demonstrate its effectiveness because it looks like a standard radiant cooktop. The only similarity is that they both have a smooth top. Induction used to be pricey, but the cost is coming down. More people will gravitate to induction as it enters the free standing range market.

Miele has a terrific feature, Remote Vision, which is a wireless module on Miele laundry products, select dishwashers and all refrigeration products. After the client registers the product with Miele, Remote Vision monitors the operation of the appliance 24/7 for its life. If there is a failure of a part, the appliance immediately sends a signal to Miele.

Miele then contacts the client and us as the servicer. This greatly cuts down on the ordering time for parts and can prevent the loss of an entire refrigerator of food. At $99, it’s an incredible value. I haven’t sold a Miele refrigeration product without Remote Vision since it was introduced.

What’s exciting that we see coming are Internet ready appliances from which the homeowner can download things such as recipes and marketing lists. Such advanced technology is permeating the industry. GE has a terrific new refrigerator that has a display that shows the calorie and carbohydrate counts of various foods.

The price points for outdoor kitchens are really dropping. There are many high end cooking appliances for outdoors, but there are also icemakers, beer taps and other refrigeration units. But, unfortunately, there still isn’t an outdoor dishwasher that can remain outside all year.

Mary Holz, CBD and CAPS PC Home Center One thing that’s kind of unusual about the last couple of years is that there’s no one true cabinetry design trend. The advent of the Internet and many television design shows have educated consumers about products and styles, enabling them to better envision what their kitchen could look like than if they simply went into a showroom with a limited number of displays. Customers often come in knowing exactly what they want. That’s so much better than having to try to read their mind.

But, a negative aspect of the shows is that people don’t always understand that everything they see on television won’t be appropriate in their kitchen. Instead of a large island they see on television, they may have to settle for a movable island or a furniture piece on legs that they can move if necessary.

There are many more men becoming involved in the design of the kitchen. I think it’s that male influence that leads to the greater presence of industrial looking appliances.

I caution against having too many visual things going on in the kitchen, such as a busy floor, cabinets and countertops. It’s okay to bring in a piece that represents a style that’s different from the rest of the kitchen. Often that piece is an island, but sometimes might be a hood.

Many people take advantage of the custom colors that are available in

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Today’s Top Kitchens cabinetry. That and using pieces of furniture or objects that have special meaning to them can really personalize the space.

Having separate work areas is very important. Whereas we used to think in terms of the kitchen triangle, we now think about stations for refrigeration, cooking and prep. I’ve been designing a lot of kitchens that have two dishwashers, and a main sink and a prep sink so the family can prepare a meal together. I often give clients a 3D drawing to take home and suggest that they decide where they will place everything.

Organizational components---roll outs, pullouts for pots and pans, drawer organizers, big drawers with a peg system---are one of the keys to modern kitchen design.

One way to dress up a kitchen without completely starting over is to replace countertops or just do a custom designed tile backsplash. Another way to add distinction without spending a lot of money is to stack cabinetry to the ceiling and use a glass top door as an accent.

Vinyl, which is more comfortable than tile, is making a comeback in kitchens, and is looking better than ever. If the cabinets and countertops in an existing kitchen are boring, change the look of the kitchen with a stone or tile floor.

for the effortless adjustment of water flow and temperature and the high arc makes it easy to fill pots or to clean large items. Kohler offers a wallmount model of the Karbon articulating kitchen faucet that maintains the exact position where a user places it within its allotted reach in or outside the sink, keeping the spray head and water flow where desired.

The Karbon faucet is a combination of traditional brass and carbon fiber composite tubing. It offers both spray and aerated water flow options, eliminating the need for a side spray. It is available in polished chrome or a stainless finish.

A combination of task and ambient light should be combined to create the most functional kitchen. Some of the most fun new lights are bright and shiny chrome fixtures supplemented with pops of color from pendants. The chrome lights are perfect complements to chrome fixtures.

Jack Hobbs, President Rjay Distributing Cabinets in the Louisville market are trending toward contemporary and away from traditional with a great deal of detail.

When I sit down with a client to talk about kitchen design, I begin the conversation asking how they cook and how they function in the kitchen. Aesthetics are so important in a kitchen, but planning the flow is paramount. Most people don’t fully think through the placement of each element of the kitchen. The best kitchens start with a triangle. Make sure that the movement from wet to dry storage to prep and cooking to cleanup is convenient and that there’s good fluid movement for the primary cook. Use logic and think through each step. Also consider details such as whether the people who will be using the kitchen most often are right or left handed. For example, if the person is right handed, the dishwasher should be on his or her left side. And, everything must be in scale and proportion. A 9’ kitchen and a 40” range won’t work.

When working with a builder or remodeler, we review the plan to ensure it’s a good working kitchen. We quote the plan that’s given to us, but also provide an alternate plan that might be better and would add value to the home.

Jenny Kessel, Design Consultant Southern Kitchens The furniture look is making its way back into kitchen cabinetry, but I think it’s very hard to say whether sleek and streamlined is beating out more traditional styles. We’re not doing as much of the stacked, elaborate cabinetry although there is the occasional request for it.

Perhaps only 10 to 15% of my customers inquire about green design.

They usually concentrate on the appearance and function of the product. Green is an added benefit. Shiloh cabinets, with their green core construction, are a leading environmentally friendly cabinet that we can recommend. Cambria quartz countertops are probably the best green value in price and benefits. Eco by Cosentino and IceStone are also two excellent green countertops. Eco is a durable surface made of 75% recycled content composed of post-industrial or post-consumer materials and is bound by an environmentally friendly resin which comes in part from corn oil. It is an ideal substitute for natural or engineered stone.

IceStone is made with 100% recycled glass in a cement matrix. IceStone surfaces are produced in slabs and come in a wide variety of colors. It has achieved the Cradle to Cradle Gold certification.

One of the most difficult decisions to make in the kitchen is that of selecting hardware because there are so many options. It’s interesting that some homeowners want the hardware to be the star of the kitchens but others want it to blend in. Oil rubbed bronze is still very popular, but there are many more variations in it than before, ranging from browns to black. Antique brass or copper can also be beautiful hardware accents.

Michelle Hutto, Showroom Consultant Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery Apron front sinks promise to be a major element of kitchen design in Louisville, partly driven by those shown at Homearama.

Elkay’s E-granite sink is great because it’s offered in a range of colors that blend well with many countertops. Homeowners also like it because it’s so easy to clean. The E-granite sink is molded from up to 85% natural quartz and high performance acrylic resins. Nonporous, it resists staining, scratches and chips. It is naturally sound deadened and heat resistant. The color throughout the sink is solid and UV resistant to prevent color fading.

Kohler has a wonderful new cast iron sink in a Caviar color. It’s very different but goes with many colors of countertops. It’s also extremely durable.

Louisville Builder note: Kohler has introduced two new kitchen faucets. The Cruette faucet, in polished chrome or stainless finish, combines traditional styling with the functionality of a pull-down design, and offers aerate, spray or pause functions. The pause feature allows the user to extend the faucet use beyond the sink basin. A single lever handle allows

Kevin Mattingly, Co-owner M&H Custom Cabinets It isn’t easy to identify one particular style or color of cabinet that predominates in the Louisville area. There’s a definite trend toward darker cabinets. Most people prefer to be conservative although some are stepping out of the box and going with a color such as red. The growing number of custom colors really gives them much more of a choice than in the past.

Maple and alder are our two biggest sellers. Even on maple we’re using a lot of glazes to darken the color.

While traditional designs remain at the forefront, contemporary and Shaker are gaining ground. And, of course, there are still requests for ornate and very detailed cabinetry. There’s a lot of interest in accent pieces such as mantel hoods, whether they be very simple or very detailed.

The majority of clients know what they want, or they have a good idea of what they like. But the occasional customer has absolutely no idea so we have to help guide them. Although price is definitely a factor for buyers, most of them are willing to break the budget to get what they want instead of waiting until later to redo the kitchen. august 2011 21

Today’s Top Kitchens The most important thing to consider when designing a kitchen is the spacing around the appliances, island and pantry. They shouldn’t be too far apart as to be awkward, but it is important that they be far enough apart to provide a workable area.

Space also determines what can easily fit in the kitchen. Although someone may want an island, it may not be a good idea if it’s going to crowd the kitchen. We have to help our clients be realistic and logical about their kitchen design.

Kristin McDonald, Vice President McDonald Marble and Stone Granite is still the most popular countertop choice (and Venetian Gold is the most common color). It’s virtually maintenance free. There are homeowners who choose to seal their stone, although that isn’t a requirement. Sealing isn’t a proofing; it’s a preventive. Every day I tell my customers that I don’t seal mine.

Marble does require a little caring because it’s a softer, more porous stone. For those people who want the look of marble but don’t want to hassle with its maintenance, I often show them granite that has a marble look.

Not everyone wants a high gloss look. Those who don’t are preferring honing and antiquing of the stone.

I like a contrast between the color of the cabinets and the color of the countertop. If a kitchen doesn’t’ have a lot of natural light, it might be a good idea to pair a light countertop with a light cabinet. Approximately 60% of our customers choose a light rather than a dark countertop.

Sometimes an island countertop will be a different color or pattern than that of the perimeter cabinetry, but in general the same countertop is carried out on both. It really depends on the cabinetry and the color and pattern of the granite.

One of the biggest mistakes I see in kitchens is getting too complicated in the backsplash area. Simple and plainer are better when it comes to backsplashes. We did a full granite backsplash for our own kitchen. I was very happy we chose it instead of tile because it made the kitchen look much bigger. We also avoided grout lines of tile.

Edges of countertops are overrated. The more intricate the edge, the more susceptible it is to chipping. A beveled or bull nosed edge is best.

So many people are concerned with seams. Seams can be avoided if serious design issues are taken into account. If I were planning a new kitchen and wanted a seamless granite countertop, I’d design the cabinets to reflect that because the size of granite is limited.

Lora Nix, CMKBD and CAPS Nix Miller Designs and Cabinetry Some of the essentials of good kitchen design are: Have adequate space between the island and perimeter cabinets. Allow 30” per stool for adult seating. Don’t line up all the stools in a row because that’s not conducive to conversation. Instead, angle or curve them for a warm, cozy feeling. The refrigerator should be placed closer to the breakfast area than to the dining room since most people don’t often use a formal dining room. Don’t cram the refrigerator into a corner, making it impossible to get the bins out. Try to place the microwave close to the refrigerator because what goes in the microwave often comes out of the refrigerator.

Sometimes it makes more sense to use a microwave door on an island opposite the refrigerator than to have a wall microwave. A microwave above a cooktop, and a stove on the end of a run of cabinets could be safety hazards. A desk is a junk collector; a message center is much better. Place plugs in the bottom of wall cabinets near the message center so small electronics can be charged without being all over the counter.

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looks like it will pull down the wall.

Contemporary kitchen style is very popular now. Lower end lines are featuring contemporary lines, so a contemporary look doesn’t have to be over the top expensive. I haven’t done a cathedral door in 15 years. That’s progress. About the only time I see them is to rip them out.

For high end kitchens, Blum has introduced Servo Drive, a drawer system that allows soft closing, without the drawer banging into the cabinet. When it reaches the point of almost closing, it breaks to a very quiet and soft close. They can be programmed so that if you touch one drawer, every drawer in the kitchen comes open at the same time. Needless to say, we try not to do that. A similar system for doors is available, but there are restrictions on the size of the doors.

Lighting is critical in kitchen design. You can always dim lights or lower the voltage, but if there isn’t enough lighting, there isn’t much you can do about it. In addition to other lighting, I like the LED battery powered lights (not the ones seen on television) for inside cabinets or drawers.

Clients may want green design until they get the price. At that point they may decide their kitchen doesn’t have to be so green. Most cabinet manufacturers have their green stewardship. That doesn’t necessarily mean their cabinets are green. They may just have changed out the light bulbs and recycled the paper and wood. Green stewardship and green cabinets are not the same thing.

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HBAL.com Getting a Makeover

HBAL.com is due for a change. The official website of the Home Builders Assocation of Louisville was last updated at the beginning of 2008.

Since then the way people use the web has changed tremendously and HBAL.com wants to stay in the cutting edge. Back in 2008 Facebook (a popular social networking site) had 50,000,000 users, now it has over 500,000,000 users. While many of the changes HBAL.com had back in 2008 were a success (like being able to search for a new home through the MLS), it is now looking to reach a greater audience with more ways for our members to stay in contact with the Association and for the general public to reach the membership.

The main goal for the updated site will be to seperate the two core audiences, the membership and the public. Right now all the information is jumbeled together. The new site will direct the vistor to the information they are looking for more quickly. To do this we will seperate the information for the membership and the public. Members will find the new site easier to search for items like calenders and committees, the public will find it easier to to search for our members. Whether they are looking for a new home, or looking to replace windows.

Other goals of the new website include simplifying and improving all search functionality, making better use of space, making it easier for members to join and renew, & exploring mobile options. There will also be improvements to the calender. Members will be able to look up events for the entire year, and also export that information into their

own personal calenders like Outlook and ICal. Members will also find it easier to update and edit their information.

The HBAL is in the beginning stages of this transition. The goal is to have the updated site launched at the end of 2011, or the beginning of 2012. If you have any sugguestions for the updates to the site, post them on our facebook page, Facebook.com/HBALouisville.

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Codes Corner

Carbon Monoxide Alarms now Mandatory in all new construction Effective June 1, 2011 for all new construction, an approved carbon monoxide alarm must be installed outside of each sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of all bedrooms in dwellings with which fuel-fired appliances are installed and in dwelling units that have attached garages.

Carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in accordance with building code and the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

If you are performing work that requires a permit in an existing structure equipped with fuel-fired appliances or an attached garage, the permitting authority shall inform the owner/occupant that carbon monoxide alarms are required to be installed in accordance with the code.

Kentucky Fall Protection OSH standards unchanged There has been much confusion about which Fall Protection standard will be enforced in Kentucky. Despite changes to the national OSHA Fall Protection, Kentucky’s OSH Fall Protection standard is unchanged and the K-OSH standard is to be followed in Kentucky. Fall protection must be used in work that is ten (10) feet or more above ground level and shall be protected by guardrail systems, safety net systems, personal fall arrest systems, or personal fall restraint systems. For a complete copy of the fall protection standard call 429-6000 or consult your Kentucky amended Building Code.

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Left to right: Exec. VP of HBAL Chuck Kavanaugh, Pat Stoehr of Affordable Building Designs (Meeting Sponsor), HBAL President Billy Doelker, Bullitt Co. Council Chairman George Miller and Past President of HBAL John Miranda

Date: 6/21/2011 Place: Paroquet Springs Conference Centre Attendance: 50 Sponsor: Affordable Building Designs Speakers: Executive VP Chuck Kavanaugh, Pres. Billy Doelker & Past Pres. John Miranda Chuck Kavanaugh wanted to go over the current housing climate with the committee. He said that permits were off 70% in the Louisville area. He said Bullitt permits represented less than 7% of that. Mr. Kavanaugh said the HBAL worked hard on House bill 26 regarding Regional Sanitary Sewers. That bill would give Bullitt, Oldham, Jefferson and Henry Counties the potential to create a regional sewer plant in the future. Mr. Kavanaugh said there were new storm water regulations coming. He said HBAL was meeting with local banks to discuss the possibility of creating bonds. He said they have been in discussion with the Louisville Water Company about allowing developers to install water meters. He said membership numbers for the Bullitt Co. Council were down and he wanted to create a plan to get those numbers back up again. He also commented that the association was in the process of getting a new website and looking to promote do business with a member.

John Miranda reported that HBAL has 1875 members and the state of Kentucky has the 7th largest membership in the nation. He said the association was working on HR 1755 – the Home Construction Lending Regulatory Improvement Act – which was created to enable Federal and State chartered banks and thrifts to meet the credit needs of the nation’s home builders, and to provide liquidity and ensure stable credit for meeting the nation’s need for new homes.

Billy Doelker reported that the HBAL was currently the second largest in the nation. Mr. Doelker discussed the importance of being involved with the Home Builders Association of Louisville and encouraged everyone to take part in upcoming HBAL events. He said the HIPAC Committee was starting their annual fundraiser. He explained how HIPAC was important to the association because it allowed the association to have a political presence by way of making contributions to political candidates that were favorable to the housing industry and small business.

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membernews HBAL Donates $2,000 Toward Joplin, Mo. Relief In many cases, builders build dreams, normally in the form of dream homes. However, builders in Joplin, Mo., are in the unfortunate position of repairing and, in many cases, totally re-building dreams lost by thousands of residents who were affected by a devastating tornado the town faced this spring. According to news reports, the storm claimed the lives of more than 150 people.

To assist the local HBA in the relief effort, HBAL donated $2,000 to the HBA Charitable Foundation Joplin Relief Fund through the the Home Builders Association of Greater Springfield. The Springfield HBA is assisting the Home Builders Association of Southwest Missouri, which is based in Joplin.

“It was completely devastating and it might be a while before they start re-building, but they are thankful for the relief help people are offering now,” - Chuck Kavanaugh

2011 Annual Golf Outing It will be here before you know it, another great year of golf, networking and fun! This year’s Golf Outing is scheduled for Monday, September 12, 2011. It will be held at the beautiful Quail Chase Golf Course. We will have a wonderful lunch where everyone can get together; we will also have a large array of door prizes. Watch your email for registration forms to be sent out soon. We are currently looking for sponsors; it is a great opportunity to present your company to over 200 golfers. If you are interested, please contact Nicole Bouchard or Melissa Mattingly at

HBAL Executive Vice President Chuck Kavanaugh described the situation that the community faces in Joplin. “It’s a pretty small staff there at the association and when the Springfield HBA put the word out that they were helping raise funds for the disaster relief on behalf of the Joplin office, we were moved by the stories of what the people in that town went through. It was completely devastating and it might be a while before they start re-building, but they are thankful for the relief help people are offering now,” Kavanaugh said.

To submit your news email Tara Brinkmoeller at Tara@hbal.com.

the HBAL Office (502-429-6000).

George Miller named as new trustee on the Board of Directors for Bernheim Forest George Miller, owner of Suburban Construction and HBAL Board member was recently named as a new trustee on the Board of Directors for the Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest. Miller has been involved with the forest for many years and has been an essential part of the Bernheim’s quail reintroduction program.

Attention HVAC companies Sullivan College of Technology and Design is beginning to seek externship experiences for students in its HVAC-R Technology associate degree program. Externs have taken several classes and have also achieved EPA Hazardous substance certification and OHSA 10 certification.

They are also able to handle refrigerant and install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain typical HVAC-R equipment under the supervision of a journeyman HVAC-R technician. If you would like to learn more about the externship program, please call Mike Covington or Sheree Koppel at 502-456-6509.

HBAL offers condolences to the Lurding family HBAL would like to offer our condolences to the family of Board Member David Lurding. David’s father Eugene passed away in June.

Eugene was a retired general contractor and a past member of the Home Builders Association of Louisville.

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newmembers Associates Approved 6/11 Runner’s Turf & Landscaping, LLC Jonathan Runner Type of Business: Landscaping Sponsor: Bob Marrett Century Lighting Service, Inc. Rick Richards Type of Business: Energy Efficient Lighting Sponsor: Jesse Francis Vensel Construction, LLC DBA Gutter Junkies James Vensel Type of Business: Gutter Cleaning Sponsor: Donny Anderson-Anderson & Associates United Plumbing Chris Montgomery Type of Business: Plumbing Sponsor: P.R. Lancaster

Executive Title Company Steve Parker Type of Business: Closing & Escrow Services Sponsor: Jeff Ratanapool Allegra Print Gary Owen Type of Business: Signs, Printing, Blueprints Sponsor: Bob Marrett Amazing Traveling Sign Company, Inc. Skipp Dunn Type of Business: Sign Manufacturing Sponsor: John Miranda

Affiliate Approved 6/11 Courtney Mangeot AT&T Sponsor: Tom Raver

R. Andrew Pike AT&T Sponsor: Tom Raver David McClure US Bank Home Mortgage Sponsor: Buddy Kittle Tim Jeffus Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Sponsor: Teresa Morgan Dayna Tomes Norton Commons Sponsor: David Tomes David Moon Wakefield Reutlinger Sponsor: Rodny Davidson

memberspending The following have applied for Registered Builder/Remodelor membership or Associate Builder/Remodeler membership. Members with pertinent information about applicant’s suitability to become a registered member of the Association, particularly credit information, are requested to contact the Registered Builder Committee, c/o the HBAL office at 1000 N. Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY 40223, by mail or you can fax information to Margie at the HBAL office at 429-6036.

Pending Registered Builder:

David Walts-Paulin Smithfield Development & Construction LLC 6009 Timber Ridge Drive Prospect, KY 40059 228-1965 Sponsors: Bob Thieneman, Jr.

Pat Seitz

Progreso Painters

, Inc.

Residential - Commercial Interior - Exterior

Experienced & Professional Painted in every Homearama since 2006 We use the brand of your choice Free Estimates - Insured

502.767.2929 “It is our desire to provide the highest quality results for the best price that we can. We treat our clients with courtesy, respect & honesty. ” - Owners Porfirio Ledezma & Erick Ortega

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honorroll

As of August 1, 2011

Builders: Dominion Homes

Blacketer Company Deville Homes

The Door Store

Republic Bank

Allied Aluminum

Frost Brown Todd, LLC

Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring

Boland Maloney Lumber

L & N Federal Credit Union

Boral Bricks

Louis E. Hobbs Construction Co. Inc.

Chenoweth Appliances

MetLife Home Loans

Cunningham Door & Window

Pro-Build

Associates: A&G Drywall, Inc

Fifth Third Bank

Bardenwerper, Talbott & Roberts

K-I Lumber & Building Materials

Bonnycastle Appliance & TV

Logan Lavelle Hunt Insurance

Century Mortgage

McDonald Marble & Stone Inc.

Corrigan Electric and Home Systems

Paragon Management Group

R.J. Thieneman Realty Group Screens of Kentucky Sonne Steel

Surburban Steel

The Trend Companies of Kentucky Wells Fargo Home Mortgage VanZandt, Emrich, & Cary

A special thanks to all Honor Roll Members!

For more information on how you can be listed on the HBAL Honor Roll, please call Melissa at 429-6000.

membermilestone Congratulations to these Milestone Members: These members have reached a milestone mark in their membership with their renewal in June.

20 Years Walkers Concrete Walls – Earl Walker 15 Years Rock Works, Inc., AKA Perma-Stone, - Phillip Baxter L & M Singleton Construction – Robert Singleton Glenn E. Martin Insurance – Jack Martin Nature By Design, LLC – Suzette White 10 Years Martin’s Tree Service, Inc. – Charles Martin Vinson Heating & Air, Inc. – Willie Vinson Systematic Painting – Robert Metcalf Sebastian Construction Inc. – Steve Sebastian, Registered Remodeler Spruce Hill Nursery & Landscaping Inc. – Sandy Richardson 5 Years Clearcut Lawn Solutions, LLC – Tim Francis Imperial Insurance Restoration and Remodeling, Inc. – Lance Horn

McCubbin Construction Corporation, - James McCubbin HD Concepts, Inc., Guy Holcomb- Registered Remodelor Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP – Deborah A. Bilitski Lloyd & McDaniel, PLLC – Charity Neukomm B & S Landscaping & Lawn Service Inc. – Tom Simpson 1 Year Crider Electric, LLC – Billie Crider Bill Huntsman Painting & Remodeling – Bill Huntsman Restoration Products, LLC - John Cullen Rodulfo Realty & Building Company – Enrique Pantoja Bob Hook Chevrolet – Drew Dixon Roger Mudd Home Improvements – Roger Mudd Nine 24, Inc. – John McCall Mr. Roof of Louisville, LLC – Matt Dylees B1-State Management – Ron Kurtz

For an up to date Spike Club list please visit www.hbal.com/site/for-members/spike-list.html HBAL.COM

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calendarofevents

August 3

Land Development Meeting 10:00 a.m., HBAL

5 Homearama Awards Luncheon Olmsted

Affordable Building Designs.......................... 30 Back Alley Ornamental Iron......................... 27 Bluegrass Ornamental Iron........................... 28 Bobcat Enterprises.......................................... 4 Boland Maloney........................................... ibc

10

Quarterly Commercial Council Meeting 8:30 a.m., HBAL

Bonnycastle Appliance & TV.........................obc

13 -14

Tour of Remodeled Homes

Century Mortgage Company......................... 14

16-20

EOC Seminar Naples, FL

Duggins Co., Inc........................................... 27

18

Codes & Standards Committee 10:00 a.m., HBAL

24

Registered Builder Committee 10:00 a.m., HBAL

31

Executive Committee 1:00 p.m., HBAL

31

Board of Directors 3:00 p.m., HBAL

September 5

Labor Day – HBAL Office Closed

6

Shelby County Council Meeting 11:30 a.m., Persimmon Ridge

7-10

NAHB Fall Board Meeting Milwaukee, WI

7

New Member Orientation 9:00 a.m., HBAL

12

HBAL Annual Golf Outing

28

Executive Committee 11:30 a.m. , HBAL

29

Oldham County Council Meeting 11:30 a.m., John W. Black Community Center

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H&H Metal Products, Inc............................ 24 K-I Lumber & Building Materials................ifc Landscape Lighting Co., Inc.......................... 26 Logan Lavelle................................................. 4 Porter Paints................................................ 14 Progreso Painters, Inc.................................... 28 Rjay Distributing......................................... 23 Stone Mill Hardware................................... 23

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