The Nail, December, 2014 by Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee (HBAMT)

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NAIL The official magazine of Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee President Michael Dillon Vice President Trey Lewis Secretary/Treasurer Randall Smith Executive Vice President John Sheley Editor and Designer Jim Argo Staff Connie Nicley Pat Newsome

THE NAIL is published monthly by the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee, a non-profit trade association dedicated to promoting the American dream of homeownership to all residents of Middle Tennessee. SUBMISSIONS: THE NAIL welcomes manuscripts and photos related to the Middle Tennessee housing industry for publication. Editor reserves the right to edit due to content and space limitations. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to: HBAMT, 9007 Overlook Boulevard, Brentwood, TN 37027. Phone: (615) 377-1055.

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FEATURES 8 Big winners awarded at the Annual Cook-off

The HBAMT Annual Chili (and Soup) Cook-off was held last month in conjunction with the 2015 General Elections.

10 2014 Holiday Open House Showcase Buyer’s Guide

The 2014 Holiday Showcase kicks off Saturday, December 6. Find all of this year’s participating homes right here!

13 Parade of Homes opens this month at Kings’ Chapel

The 2014 Parade of Homes opens Saturday, December 6 at Kings’ Chapel. Preview all of this year’s entries with this 11 (eleven) page excerpt from the event’s plan book!

DEPARTMENTS 6 News & Information 25 SPIKE Club Report 26 December Calendar 26 Chapters and Councils

ON THE COVER: This December is a festive, busy month for the HBAMT as TWO big association events kick-off Saturday, December 6th. Preview each event starting on pages 10 and 13 respectively. December, 2014

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Infill Builders Council President Justn Hicks (standing right) welcomes attendees to the council’s October meeting at the HBAMT. Michael Garrigan from Dale & Associates addressed industry issues during the meeting. Special thanks to Markraft Cabinets for sponsoring the meeting.

Housing markets inch toward full recovery

arkets in 59 of the approximately 350 metro areas nationwide returned to or exceeded their last normal levels of economic and housing activity in the third quarter of 2014, according to the National Association of Home Builders/First American Leading Markets Index (LMI), released recently. This represents a year-over-year net gain of seven markets. The index’s nationwide score moved up slightly from .89 in the second quarter to .90, meaning that based on current permit, price and employment data, the nationwide average is running at 90 percent of normal economic and housing activity. Meanwhile, 66 percent of markets have shown an improvement year-over-year. “The markets are recovering at a slow, gradual pace,” said NAHB Chairman Kevin Kelly, a home builder and developer from Wilmington, Del. “Continued job creation, economic growth and increasing consumer confidence should help spur pent-up demand for housing.” Baton Rouge, La., continues to top the list of

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major metros on the LMI, with a score of 1.39 – or 39 percent better than its last normal market level. Other major metros leading the list include Austin, Texas; Honolulu; Oklahoma City and Houston. Rounding out the top 10 are Los Angeles; San Jose, Calif.; Salt Lake City; New Orleans and Charleston, S.C. — all of whose LMI scores indicate that their market activity now equals or exceeds previous norms. “An uptick in the number of single-family permits, which is currently only 44 percent of normal activity, is the key to a full-fledged housing recovery,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “In the 17 metros where permits are at or above normal, the overall index shows that these markets have fully recovered.” “Nearly half of all the markets on the Leading Markets Index are up since August, which is a good sign that the ongoing housing recovery will keep moving forward in 2015,” said Kurt Pfotenhauer, vice chairman of First American Title Insurance Company, which co-sponsors the LMI report. Looking at smaller metros, both Midland and Odessa, Texas, boast LMI scores of 2.0 or better, meaning their markets are now at double their strength prior to the recession. Also leading the list of smaller metros are Grand Forks, N.D; Bismarck, N.D.; and Casper, Wyo., respectively. n

Metro/Nashville Chapter President John Whitaker talks with guest speaker Bud Rodgers from Metrostudy prior to the chapter’s October meeting at the HBAMT. Rodgers delivered a local housing market update and forecast for meeting attendees.

The Sales and Marketing Council held an informative meeting at the HBAMT last month. The presentation, “Benefitting from HBAMT’s Councils, Chapters and Committees,” featured a panel of presidents and chairs from the various groups being discussed. A big thanks to Ole South Properties for sponsoring the meeting.

Housing affordability slightly lower in third quarter

irming home prices in markets across the country contributed to a slight dip in nationwide housing affordability in the third quarter of 2014, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index (HOI), released today. In all, 61.8 percent of new and existing homes sold between the beginning of July and the end of September were affordable to families earning the U.S. median income of $63,900. This is down from the 62.6 percent of homes sold that were affordable to median-income earners in the second quarter. The national median home price increased from $214,000 in the second quarter to $221,000 in the third quarter. Meanwhile, average mortgage interest rates decreased from 4.44 percent to 4.35 percent in the same period.

“Even with nationwide home prices reaching their highest level since the end of 2007, affordability still remains fairly high by historical standards,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “Rising employment and incomes, interest rates that remain near historically low levels, and pent-up demand should contribute to positive momentum heading into next year.” Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, Ohio-Pa. claimed the title of the nation’s most affordable major housing market, as 89.1 percent of all new and existing homes sold in this year’s third quarter were affordable to families earning the area’s median income of $52,700. Meanwhile, Cumberland, Md.-W.Va. and Kokomo, Ind. each tied as the most affordable smaller market, with 94.8 percent of homes sold in the third quarter being affordable to those earning

Single-family starts up 4.2 percent, overall production drops

ingle-family housing production in October reached its highest level since November 2013 while the more volatile multifamily sector brought combined nationwide starts activity down 2.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.009 million units, according to newly released figures from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. “The rise in single-family starts is more proof that the economy is firming and consumer confidence is growing,” said Kevin Kelly, NAHB chairman. “We expect continued upward momentum into next year.” “The increase in single-family starts shows that the housing market continues to recover at a steady, gradual pace,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. “On the multifamily side, production is stabilizing above historic levels as demand for rental housing increases.” The 2.8 percent decline in overall starts in October was due primarily to a 15.4 percent decline on the multifamily side, which brought that sector’s annual production pace to 313,000 units on a seasonally adjusted annual basis. Meanwhile, single-family starts posted a 4.6 percent gain to 696,000 units. Regionally in October, combined housing production dropped in Northeast, Midwest and West, with respective losses of 16.4 percent,

18.5 percent and 10.9 percent. Total production rose in the South by 10.1 percent. Issuance of building permits registered a 4.8 percent gain to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.08 million units in October. Multifamily permits rose 10 percent to 440,000 units while single-family permits increased 1.4 percent to 640,000 units. Regionally, the Northeast and Midwest registered overall permit losses of 21.5 percent and 11.4 percent, respectively. The South and West posted respective gains of 8.8 percent and 21.6 percent. Builder Confidence rises 4 points Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose four points to a level of 58 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), released today. “Growing confidence among consumers is what’s fueling this optimism among builders,” said Kelly. “Members in many areas of the country continue to see increasing buyer traffic and signed contracts.” “Low interest rates, affordable home prices and solid job creation are contributing to a steady housing recovery,” said Crowe. “After a slow start to the year, the HMI has remained above the 50-point benchmark for five con-

the median income of $54,100 in Cumberland and $56,900 in Kokomo. Meanwhile, smaller markets joining Cumberland and Kokomo at the top of the affordability chart included Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, Iowa-Ill.; Mansfield, Ohio; and Springfield, Ohio; in descending order. For an eighth consecutive quarter, San Francisco-San Mateo-Redwood City, Calif. was the nation’s least affordable major housing market. There, just 11.4 percent of homes sold in the third quarter were affordable to families earning the area’s median income of $100,400. Other major metros at the bottom of the affordability chart were Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, Calif.; Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, Calif.; San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, Calif.; and New York-White Plains-Wayne, N.Y.-N.J. All five least affordable small housing markets were in California. Please visit nahb.org/hoi for tables, historic data and details. n

secutive months, and we expect the momentum to continue into 2015.” Derived from a monthly survey that NAHB has been conducting for 30 years, the NAHB/ Wells Fargo Housing Market Index gauges builder perceptions of current single-family home sales and sales expectations for the next six months as “good,” “fair” or “poor.” The survey also asks builders to rate traffic of prospective buyers as “high to very high,” “average” or “low to very low.” Scores from each component are then used to calculate a seasonally adjusted index where any number over 50 indicates that more builders view conditions as good than poor. All three HMI components increased in November. The index gauging current sales conditions rose five points to 62, while the index measuring expectations for future sales moved up two points to 66 and the index gauging traffic of prospective buyers increased four points to 45. Looking at the three-month moving averages for regional HMI scores, the Northeast rose three points to 44, the South posted a four-point gain to 62, and the West edged up one point to 58. The Midwest registered a two-point loss to 57. Editor’s Note: The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index is strictly the product of NAHB Economics, and is not seen or influenced by any outside party prior to being released to the public. HMI tables can be found at nahb.org/hmi. More information on housing statistics is also available at housingeconomics.com. n

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Jimmy Franks accepts the second place award.

Jason Broderick accepts the third place award.

Big night, big winners!

t was another big, big night for the association last month as the annual cook-off, sponsored by Regions, was held in conjunction with the 2015 general elections at the HBAMT offices. Competition was fierce as members campaigned for votes and the “People’s Choice” award for best chili (or soup) concoction of the evening. MetroStudy’s “Metro Island Chili,” took first place honors during the judges’ awards. Tennessee Valley Home’s “Battlefield Boilermaker Chili” took home the “People’s Choice” award AND second place honors during the judges’ awards. And Broderick Builders “Firebird Chili”

took home the judges’ third place award. Another big winner? Eric DeBerry whose raffle ticket landed him the highly prized and much coveted “Regions Green Bicycle.” A big thanks to event sponsors Regions and to all the terrific cookoff teams. All officers and directors who will serve in the upcoming year will be installed at the Installation and Awards Banquet Thursday, December 18 at The Omni in Nashville, Tenn. Look for all your 2015 leaders in the January issue of The Nail next month. n Tim Ferguson (far right) presents Metrostudy with the judges’ awards First Place trophy. Bud Rodgers and Eugene James cooked the winning dish and were on hand to accept the award.

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HBAMT Holiday SHOWCASE of HOMES

Follow the directions below to each Holiday Showcase Home!

Each Showcase home will be open Sat. and Sun., Dec 6-7 & 13-14, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Entry listings tinted in GREEN indicate the housse has been decorated with Holiday Lights and will be available for exterior viewings everyday between Dec 6th and Jan 6th. **Dollar amounts indicate the price range of the homes in the community listed unless otherwise noted**

Regent Homes 615.804.3315

3300 Harriett Park Drive Nashville, TN 37211

From the mid $300’s

Parkside at Christiansted Valley – I-65 S, Exit Old Hickory Blvd East. Right on Edmondson Pike to left on Mt. Pisgah Road to left on Harriett Park Drive

Ole South Properties 615.452.9369

415 Stratford Park Blvd. Gallatin, TN 37066

From the low $200’s

Stratford Park: Take I-65 to Vietnam Veterans Blvd. (TN-386). Follow Vietnam Veterans Blvd to end. Turn left on Long Hollow Pike. Community 0.4 miles ahead on the Right.

Regent Homes 615.739.0570

3267 Burris Drive Nolensville, TN 37135

From the mid $400’s

Sherwood Green – Nolensville Pike into Nolensville, turn left on Rocky Fork to neighborhood on right across from Nolensville Elementary School

Celebration Homes 615.485.2828

97 Poplar Street Franklin, TN 37064

Available for $599,900

Berry Farm: Take I-65 South to Exit 61, Peytonsville Rd. Turn Right. At next intersection, Turn Right on Lewisburg Pike. Model home is the first house on the right.

Celebration Homes 615.568.5075

2509 Westerham Way Available for $409,900 Thompson’s Station, TN 37179

Canterbury Estates: South I-65, Right at 840, Left at Hwy 31, Left Critz Ln, Left into the Canterbury community entrance.

Ole South Properties 615.302.3757

2900 Via Francesco Ct. Spring Hill, TN 37174

From the low $200’s

Benevento East: I-65 South, Exit Hwy 840 West. Exit Hwy 31 South. Left on Thompsons Station Road, Right on Buckner Lane, Right on Duplex Road to neighborhood entrance on right.

Barlow Builders 615.403.1200

105 Carolina Close Drive Franklin, TN 37069

Available for $1,153,125

Carolina Close - I-65 South to Cool Springs Blvd West, Right on Mack Hatcher, turn right on Spencer Creek past BGA. Turn right into Carolina Close to first home on right.

Barlow Builders

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608 McCain Drive Franklin, TN 37064

Available for $728,325

Kendall Hall – I-65 South, Exit Hwy 96 West, left on Mack Hatcher to left on Lewisburg Pike/Hwy 431. Turn right on McCain Drive just before Heritage Church of Christ.

Aspen Construction

615.525.7498

426 Melba Circle Franklin, TN 37064

Available for $742,500

Kendall Hall – I-65 South, Exit Hwy 96 West, left on Mack Hatcher to left on Lewisburg Pike/Hwy 431. Turn right on McCain Drive just before Heritage Church of Christ.

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615.405.2603

401 Melba Circle Franklin, TN 37064

Available for $749,900

Kendall Hall – I-65 South, Exit Hwy 96 West, left on Mack Hatcher to left on Lewisburg Pike/Hwy 431. Turn right on McCain Drive just before Heritage Church of Christ.

Ole South Properties (615) 410-3765

4300 Puckett Creek Crossing From the upper $200’s Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Puckett Station: I-24 to exit 76, (South) on Medical Center Pkwy/Manson Pike. Turn LEFT on Fortress Blvd. Turn RIGHT on Puckett Creek Crossing which will lead you into the community

Ole South Properties 615.219.5644

2138 Herring Crossing Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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Rock Bridge Cove – I-24 Exit 78 East. Follow to right on Northfield, Left on Lascassas Pike to neighborhood on left. Across from the intersection of Lascassas Pike and Garrison Cove. December, 2014

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12 Days of Christmas!

12 Days of Christmas events happen during the holiday Parade of Homes at Kings’ Chapel neighborhood, Dec. 6-21, helping fund the multiple wishes for Make-A-Wish Middle TN children. From a Deck the Halls with Southern Living Lifestyle Garden Editor Carmen Johnston and Santa’s Workshop to a Mother/Daughter High Tea and cooking demonstration by Kings’ Chapel’s own Chef Brian, the events run throughout Nashville’s premier home tour and end with a historical rendition of a Civil War Era Christmas sermon at the onsite chapel which dates back to 1804. For a full schedule of events, visit KingsChapelLife.com.

1st Day of Christmas – Santa’s Fun Run

On Saturday, December 6, the 12 Days of Christmas at the Parade of Homes kicks off with 8:30 a.m. Santa’s Fun Run throughout the Kings’ Chapel community in Arrington, TN. Fun for all ages, the $15 entry fee supports Make-A-Wish event and includes one Parade of Homes tour ticket. There will be a short course for children with a candy cane at the finish line and 5K Course for adults with the top three finishing runners given prizes.

2nd Day of Christmas – Two Turtle Doves

On Sunday, December 7, all day, visitors at the Parade of Homes will receive Two Turtle Doves!!

3rd Day of Christmas – Virtual Online Pinterest Party

On Monday, December 8, you bring the refreshments and join us online at Kings’ Chapel’s Pinterest page (http://www.pinterest.com/kingschapellife/) as rock star bloggers join NewsChannel 5’s Meryll Rose, the editor & publisher from Greater Nashville House & Home magazine, Nanci Gregg and Lori Fisk-Conners, and pin live some of the top holiday and home images of the Parade of Homes. We will be virtually discussing what’s cool, new and different! Stay tuned to Kings’ Chapel Community’s Facebook, Instagram and website for all the details.

4th Day of Christmas – Reindeer Games Paint Party

On Tuesday, December 9, at 6 p.m., a Reindeer Games Paint Party is at the Clubhouse of Kings’ Chapel. The fun evening includes all materials and painting instruction as well as refreshments. The cost is $50 per person and includes all materials and a ticket to tour the Parade of Homes. Reservations are required. kingschapelparadeinfo@gmail.com.

5th Day of Christmas – Five Golden Rings!

On Thursday, December 11, the Parade of Homes at Kings’ Chapel is open from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. with the last ticket sold at 7 p.m. Parade visitors will receive five chocolate coins with their ticket!

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6th day of Christmas – Deck The Halls With Southern Living’s Carmen Johnston

On Friday, December 12, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., Southern Living Lifestyle Garden Editor Carmen Johnston will be presenting a workshop on creating beautiful holiday and New Year’s tablescape with container gardening sharing her tips and secrets with a great assortment of door prizes. The cost is $20 per person and includes a Parade of Homes tour ticket. Limited seating requires a reservation via kingschapelparadeinfo@gmail.com. Johnston will be appearing on NewsChannel 5’s Talk of the Town and creating with show hosts a special tablescape that will be part of an ongoing Parade of Homes Silent Auction benefiting Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee.

7th Day of Christmas –High Tea

On Saturday, December 13, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., there will be three seating times for a High Tea where folks are welcomed including grandmothers, mothers and daughters and your favorite doll! Come experience an old-fashioned high tea, enjoy food and beverage as well as capture the moment in our event photo vignette and tour the Parade of Homes. The cost is $15 per person with seating times at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Reservations are requested at kingschapelparadeinfo@gmail.com

8th Day of Christmas – Grinch Who Stole Christmas Brunch

On Sunday, December 14 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., a Grinch Who Stole Christmas themed brunch is being served at the Clubhouse at Kings’ Chapel and prepared by onsite chef, Brian Cochrane, and includes green eggs and ham, Christmas Pudding, and roast beast! Reservations are requested for seatings at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 per adult and $10 per child, 10 and under, reservations at kingschapelparadeinfo@gmail.com.

9th Day of Christmas – Baby It’s Cold Outside

On December 15, all day at the Parade of Homes, delicious hot chocolate with a splendid assortment of toppings will be available and guests are welcomed to make a donation to the “Wish Bucket” with all proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee.

10th Day of Christmas – Christmas Cooking Demo With Kings’ Chapel’s Chef

On December 18, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., a free cooking demonstration is being held in the gourmet kitchen of one of the Parade homes with Kings’ Chapel’s Chef Brian Cochrane will be teaching how to make yummy appetizers. There will be take home recipes and participants are asking to make a donation to the “Wish Bucket” with all proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee.

11th Day of Christmas – Santa’s Workshop

On Saturday, December 20, from noon to 2 p.m., geared for children 12 and under, crafts and decorating a “Christmas cookie Parade house” takes place and includes holiday pictures! Tickets are $8 per child.

12th Day of Christmas – Historic Reenactment of Civil War Era Sermon

The 12 Days of Christmas ends with a historic reenactment of a Civil War era sermon by Reverend Alan Corry at the 1804 Kings’ Chapel on site. Inspired by the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Franklin, the event includes a carol singing of the period hymns lead by local musicians Randy and Cindy Moore. Cost-free, 6:00 p.m. Alan Corry, 615-945-7500 or more at https://www.facebook.com/TimeCapsuleMinistries/timeline

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This beautifully crafted home boasts a striking French Country exterior that offers a mix of brick and stone, accented with an iron front door, operable slat shutters, and ironwork detailing. Primary selections include Catawba brick and Coronado Eastern Mountain Ledge stone. Enter through a distinctive 8’ iron front door with wrought iron accents, aquatex glass, and oil rubbed bronze hardware into a dramatic double Foyer with gorgeous Chelsea Birch 5” wide plank hardwood flooring with a subtle scraped texture and a deep Empire stain, which you’ll find throughout the entire first floor. The Study is geared towards the man of the house and utilizes dark woods in a casual setting. The accent chair with metal frame and leather straps adds a touch of urban style. With the European farmhouse casualness of the Dining Room, you catch a glimpse of modern glamor with Georgian Silver walls and a surprising accent wall of Silver Mica wallpaper. The elegant dark wood dining table, upholstered end chairs, and serving buffet are ready for entertaining. A must for formal entertaining, the Butler’s Pantry is beautifully designed with full-overlay Maple cabinetry in a Dover Grey Stone finish by Diamond. Enter the Family Room where a simple but unique fireplace detail adds a hint of modern style both in design and finishes, including the contemporary Rave fireplace with raised hearth. The space brings the beauty of the outside in with a wall of windows leading to the Outdoor Living Area. Large enough for an eating area plus additional seating to enjoy the fireplace, this porch steps down to an additional deck perfect for relaxing. The dream Kitchen features full-overlay maple cabinets finished in a Dover Grey Stone color with beautiful Kashmir White granite. A custom tile backsplash is designed in a brick pattern using Opticals Glass Block with a vertical accent over the cooktop using Infusion Glass Linear Mosaic. The cabinetry includes many features for ultimate kitchen organization like a pot and pan organizer, super sink base, spice rack pull down, recycling center, and so much more. An enormous island, created in designer Diamond Oasis finish, has plenty of seating and additional storage space, and includes a Blanco Cinder undermount sink and an Arbor Motion Sense faucet. High ceilings in the Breakfast Room are accented with cedar beams stained in dark walnut. Three large windows and an atrium door bring in lots of natural light to this space. The Family Ready Room provides ideal laundry space and so much more. Plenty of room for a second refrigerator, utility sink, tons of cabinet storage, a bench area with cubbies, baskets, and chalkboard. The added casualness of dark walnut stained cedar beams in the volume ceiling brings balance to the sophisticated Owner’s Suite. The continuation of hardwood flooring and the added softness of a rug and upholstered headboard add to the charm of this space. Entering the luxurious bath, you’ll find an elegant Mademoiselle mini chandelier by Feiss in a Peruvian Bronze finish. A beautiful free-standing tub with Purist floor-mount tub filler and hand shower is the ultimate indulgence. Surrounding the tub is a custom walk-in shower with four body sprays and a hand held shower with slide bar. The Guest Bedroom is an oasis for friends and family. A soft yellow and white color pallet accented with clean line dark wood furniture shows a nice contrast of light and dark. A centrally located stained hardwood staircase leads from the Family Room below to the Game Room on the upper level, an incredible family gathering space that offers ultimate versatility. The wet bar and bar tables with pendant lights provide a gathering spot while others are enjoying the arcade cocktail table with Pac Man. The large wetbar features a built-in refrigerator, microwave, sink, wine rack, everything needed for casual entertaining. Transitioning from the Game Room, a fun game table flows into the supreme media experience of the Media Room, with a large oversized sectional and cocktail ottoman. Ultimate comfort and ultimate technology make this the ideal place to watch a favorite movie or big game, outfitted with all the latest A/V equipment. The Exercise Room showcases the art and relaxation of Yoga. The Girl’s Room is any teen girl’s dream. The large oversized room with reading nook has a stylized look with a clean line chaise in a white faux fur. The lavender walls and black accents add to the fashion design theme. The vibrant Boy’s Room shows multiple functions with a desk and bedroom suite. The casual black furniture accents the teal and grey bedding while adding a nice background for a guitar music theme.

American Heating & Cooling Associated Masonry Products Austermiller Roofing Boral Brick Bozman Sign Company Byrd Surveying Calvin & Suttle Chapman Door, LLC Creative Concrete, LLC Cumberland Materials, Inc. Custom Trim, Inc. Dominion Siding, Inc. Dorris Construction Co., Inc. Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Fireworks, Inc. Floor Specialist Garman Engineering Company, LLC H&J Construction Co, Inc. Hometeam Pest Defense Huskey Truss & Building Supply Interactive Security Systems Iron Lion Entries Joshua Wayne Taylor Josmark Construction JPC Construction Masterbrand Cabinets, Inc. Metro Carpets, LLC Midsouth Electric and Mechanical Contractors Mid-Tenn Masonary Paul Hasty Plumbing Premier Concrete Pumping, Inc. Professional Finishes, LLC Quality Builders Real Green Solutions, LLC Rogers Group, Inc. S&C Masonry Sooner Landscaping Southland Brick & Block Stone World, Inc. TCI Nashville, LLC Waste Management Whirlpool, Inc. Williamson County Ready Mix

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Drees Premier Homes, Inc. Drees Premier Homes is a family owned and operated company which has been in business for 86 years. Ron Schroeder has been the Nashville Division President for Drees for 14 years and has been in the construction industry since 1981. Ron has a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Cincinnati. He has worked his way up through the industry previously as a Construction Superintendent and a Construction Manager. Ron has loved the focus that Drees places on the total customer experience and on their award winning floor plan designs. Drees “Custom Homes Made Easy” branding statement is made possible only by having long term employees who have devoted their careers to listening to customers and providing them the products and processes they want, making the home building experience easy from start to finish. This can only be achieved by having a team of professionals who are totally committed to catering to a customer’s needs. December, 2014

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Tennessee Valley Homes $949,900 - 4,294 square feet

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Beautiful French country inspired showplace from Tennessee Valley Homes features white painted brick, steep roof lines and unconventional round downspouts. Raised panel, board and batten style shutters adorn the windows and gas lanterns lead the way up curved brick steps and decorative iron railing to handsome mahogany doors. Into the Foyer with a painted bead board barrel-vaulted ceiling and birch paneled walls capped with walnut crown moulding. The stately Hickory wood floor with herringbone pattern and walnut border stretches throughout most of the spacious main floor including the Dining Room where custom wood inlays fashioned across the ceiling perfectly mimic the surface below. An attractive glass transom in the Family Room unifies the spacious downstairs areas together while drawing very subtle, elegant room lines. An eye-catching mantle from Munoz Stucco sits atop an “old world,” arcustone fireplace and handsome, finely crafted cabinets complement the floors and walls. A grand, arch-topped doulas fir door leads into the Master Bedroom where an abundance of natural light is provided by private access to the covered porch. Into the Master Bath where a free-standing tub sits beneath a beautifully framed arched window and the luxurious walk-in shower boasts a stylish glass enclosure. The smart and family-friendly home design includes the distinction of locating all the bedrooms on the main floor. Friends and family alike will love the walk-in closets and private bathrooms found in each of the rooms. Square-cut, ashlar style stone flooring with cedar inlays grace the floors of the Covered Porch where exposed beams reinforce the timber framed vaulted ceiling. Stone flooring leads to the patio and an outdoor fireplace that overlooks the sumptuous landscaping. Charming off-white cabinets with glass doors and shelving are illuminated from within and rise to meet the bead board ceiling in the Kitchen. A 48 inch cooking range from Thermador sits between fabulous marble countertops from Granite and Stone Design. Don’t miss the unique, eye-popping vanity piece or the exquisite granite countertops in the Powder Room. The family Drop Zone, conveniently located between the kitchen, garage and the stairway to the upper level, features cubbies and lockers of painted walnut and also serves as the laundry room. Up the stairway to the second level where entertaining promises to be a breeze. The Bonus Room, sure to be a popular area, is outfitted with a full wetbar and a stylish entertainment centerpiece from Brentwood Cabinets. Through the bonus room find the Theater Room with a magnificent 100 inch projection screen, theater style lighting and seating aplenty.

Boral Precision Plumbing Franklin Heating and Cooling Thurmon’s Flooring Brentwood Cabinets Associated Masonry Products Granite and Stone Design Spec Building Products Heaven Exteriors Nashville Fireplace Munoz Succo TCI Chapman’s Ferguson’s Central Woodwork Valley Interior Products Hale Electric Star Security Sherwin Williams Raul Cervantes Painting J.L. Classic Carpentry Harpeth True Value Cedar Creek Williamson County Ready Mix Floortech Middle Tennessee Lumber Company H&H Pest Control ArcWorks Welding Harrah and Associates Fresh Perspectives Briklen Lane Interiors McClain Interiors

CHRIS FRANKS

Tennessee Valley Homes Tennessee Valley Homes provides the finest in unsurpassed craftsmanship, innovative design and meticulous project management for custom and semi-custom homes. Started by Jimmy Franks, a third generation custom homebuilder in Williamson County for more than 30 years, Tennessee Valley Homes continues with the collaboration of his son, Chris Franks. A Tennessee Valley Home is known for exceptional design features that can be personalized to fit each clients vision of their home. A premier builder in highly sought after Williamson County Tennessee, Tennessee Valley Homes partners with top-rated vendors, suppliers, subcontractors and tradesmen to provide the utmost luxury, craftsmanship and character in our homes.

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ARNOLD HOMES

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This stunning house from Arnold Homes beautifully combines “Old Age” influences and French Provincial inspirations with brilliant results. A handsome stone exterior with buff mortar rubbed brick complements sweeping roof lines where bronze spires and one-of-a-kind metal accents sit atop Tamco Heritage premium shingles. Terratone colored windows show perfectly alongside the rich mahogany front doors. A custom iron railing completes the courtyard feel conveyed by the front entry and random laid stone covers the porch. Enter the inviting Foyer where 12” x 12” grey and taupe marble tile flooring is illuminated by striking custom lighting. Rough hewn beams line the ceiling of the Great Room where the handsome Loggia grey dresses the walls and begins to announce itself as the dominant color of the house. The sunken room features hardwood floors and a custom designed stucco fireplace. Three sets of doors leading to the covered back porch provide ample light and atmosphere while the finely crafted stone wall leads visitors to the Kitchen. Featuring strong “French Country” influences, the kitchen boasts travertine and wood flooring in a charming criss-cross pattern and a large, picturesque window across the back wall that provides natural light and scenic views of the manicured landscaping. Antique mirrored tiles line the walls behind the 48” Bertazonni range equipped with a delightful stucco hood. The custom cabinets are painted grey and include unique, chicken wire insets on some its doors. The enchanting Master Suite is a dream come true. Two sets of doors open into a private, storybook-like courtyard with a stylish jetted hot tub. His and her walk-in closets feature more “true” furniture pieces and less built-ins for a more personable touch. The Master Bath includes porcelain tile flooring and doors that open into the courtyard. A handsomely crafted glass-tiled fireplace and free-standing copper tub add considerable style and further complete the masculine, inside/outside feel of both master bed and bath. Into the adorably outfitted Nursery where a hand-painted mural from Heather Thompson suggests a visual “lullaby.” Double glass doors leads into the elegant Study where clean, minimal lines are complemented by the wainscoted walls and an inviting fireplace. Find the hidden door that leads to a storm shelter and gun area. The eye-popping Dining Room features a beautiful, 5-layered faux finish with a sandstone texture and 24” antique mirrored tiles. The elegant, formal feel of the room is accented by the rich grey and gold colors as well as the handsome wood floors. A delightful “Family Tree” mural welcomes you to the Mud & Laundry Room where a convenient, custom dog bath and gorgeous built-ins await. Man’s best friend is further pampered with the inclusion of the “dog’s room” found underneath the stairs, a delightfully clever addition that provides the perfect place to store all of the family canine’s toys, grooming products and other valuables. The upstairs hallway includes 3 Juliette balconies overlooking the entry foyer. A captivating and sure to be popular Kid’s Playhouse will delight children of all ages and includes another wonderfully whimsical mural of animals celebrating their new home. A unique grouping of lights illuminate the Bonus Room, an inviting “family” style area perfect for getting together, relaxing, enjoying the big game or staying home for night at the movies. The huge television is surrounded by sectional seating and benefits from close proximity to the wet bar. A large industrial-style garage door slides open to a covered, second-story porch where two swinging beds await. Shiplap walls favor the generously appointed upstairs Powder Room. The Girl’s Room can’t be missed with an orange and hot pink palette, a splendid a splendid infusion of energy and fun. The Outdoor Living Area features a built-in kitchen and beverage center, a grill with vented hood and an always useful Green Egg. Pergola style flooring expands into the yard where a 12 person table sits close to an inviting firepit.

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RANDY ARNOLD Arnold Homes, LLC

My name is Randy Arnold, owner of Arnold Homes LLC. I am a Nashville native, residing here for over 20 years. I attended Middle Tennessee State University on an athletic football scholarship, and graduated from the great MTSU Construction Management Program in 2004. I competed in the prestigious Marathon competition at the International Home Builders Show in 2003. I have been in the residential construction business since 2001. I started Arnold Homes in the fall of 2008, and since that time I have been an active member of the Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee (HBAMT). Arnold Homes LLC builds in Williamson, Rutherford, Davidson, and Wilson Counties. Our current neighborhoods include Tuscany Hills (Brentwood), Ivan Creek (Franklin), Brienz Valley (Franklin), Kings Chapel (Arrington), Bridgemore Village (Thompsons Station), Cherry Grove (Spring Hill), Autumn Ridge (Spring Hill), Arbors of Autumn Ridge (Spring Hill), Mirabella (Murfreesboro). We also build on private and acreage lots for our clients. Our homes range from $375K-$1M+. Highly focused on direct communication with our clients, Arnold Homes LLC is a family oriented company providing premier craftsmanship, competitive pricing, a non-stressful building process, and life-long friendships. Contact us at (615) 236-9133 or rarnoldhomesllc.com. Visit Arnold Homes, LLC online at www.arnoldhomesllc.com.

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GREgg & Rains $950,000 - 4,682 square feet

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THIS Charming English Country style home FROM GREGG AND RAINS BUILDING Group features strong European influences and considerable flair. Beautiful Dover White painted brick and a burnished slate roof with bronze gutters please the eye while cedar headers above windows match the painted accents and handsomely complement the Pella Pro-line windows. Sawcut concrete and a gas lantern above the porch lead the way to rich, ebony hued mahogany doors. The spacious Foyer and stair hall area work together to provide an open feel and boast distinctive hardwood flooring. Gorgeous, multi-layered, aged and distressed faux finishes grace the walls of the Dining Room. Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes complete the room. Refined rustic best describes the Great Room where the raised ceiling is infused with unique custom touches. Reclaimed wood beams frame the uniquely elegant “tobacco stick mansard ceiling,” a raised section lined with thin, dark tobacco sticks. The handsome Missouri Limestone fireplace includes a wood-wrapped mantel and true bookcases have been fashioned of salvaged architectural elements, a common distinction found throughout the home. The Kitchen boasts custom built-ins and hardwood flooring. White and gray painted walls nicely accent the oversized island. An eye-catching tile and brick backsplash work in perfect harmony with the metal overhang above the stove and the “black pearl” leathered finished granite of the perimeter cabinets. Banquet-style seating sits below a unique quad-harlequin ceiling in the delightful Breakfast Nook. The custom upholstery of the seating mimics the hues and tones found in the kitchen. A full glass wall looks out onto the Covered Porch beneath a sloped ceiling crafted with wood beams and a corrugated metal ceiling. Beyond is a cobblestone paver Patio where an inviting stone fire pit can be used to entertain. The Home Office includes herringbone wood cabinets and a convenient wood desk. The Butler’s Pantry, lined with stunning Calacatta countertops, is just steps away from the ingenious Wine Room, where sassafras wood plank walls, cork penny flooring and custom shelving made from Jack Daniels barrels are truly an inspiration. “Sea Serpent” paneled walls perfectly set the tone for the Guest Bedroom and Bath. Authentic, one-of-a-kind kantha quilts and custom bedding grace the stately antique iron bed. The The Master Bedroom features an abundance of custom furniture pieces, and white-washed barn wood lines the ceiling. Painted barn wood lines the ceiling. A Master Bath includes a free standing, pedestal tub, a huge master closet and his and her vanities. The upstairs Kid’s Area, or rec room, is a casual space with sectional bean bags, custom wallpaper and unique sliding door that opens into the hallway. The warm and inviting Media Room is the most masculine room in the house boasting rich browns and leathers, a sloped 14’ ceiling and multiple viewing screens that ensure you’ll catch everything in style.

2nd Generation Hardwood Floor 84 Lumber Action Enterprises All-American Pest Control, Inc. All Stain of Tennessee Inc. Alley Cassetty Brick AMP Associated Masonry Products, Inc. Arnold Concrete, Inc. Blinker-Lite Safety, Inc. The Bottle Shop Builders Mutual Insurance Camacho Company CCAD Reprographics, LLC Chapman Door, LLC Constructive Design Associates, Inc. D & L Installations DEC Don Bischoff Edwin Construction, LLC Electel Ferguson Enterprises Five Points Roofing FloorTech Forrest Landscape & Irrigation Franklin Synergy Bank G & M Plumbing Company, LLC Garner Engineering, Inc. Genesis Glass Graham’s Lighting Granite and Stone Design, Inc. Green Acres Lawn and Landscape, LLC Harpeth True Value Home Center Home Depot Horton Highway Utility District Installed Building Products Insulation Solutions of Tennessee Interactive Security Systems, Inc. Iron Cross Ivy Insurance, Inc Jones Stone Company JPC Construction, Inc. ALEX GREGG & JAKE RAINS Kings’ Chapel Realty Gregg & Rains Building Group Luis Gamboa Painting and Drywall Luis Lopez Tile The Gregg & Rains Building Group strives to create an enjoyable homebuilding Marshall County Stone, LLC experience. As owners of the company, Jake Rains and Alex Gregg are involved in McBroom HVAC every aspect of the construction of their homes. Their goal is for their homeowners Metro Carpets Mid-TN Erosion & Sediment to be completely satisfied throughout the construction process and for many years Control after they move into their new home. The mission of Gregg & Rains Building Mid State Title & Escrow Middle Tennessee Electric Group is to build the highest quality home at the best value with the flexibility to Milcrofton Utility District personalize the floor plans and the finishes in all of their homes. Miller Disposal N&L Construction Gregg & Rains Building Group was created in 2011 and is located in historic Nashville Fireplace downtown Franklin, Tenn. Both Jake and Alex owned and operated their own com Distributors NPWW, Inc. panies prior to creating the Gregg & Rains Building Group. Their relationship is Opus Luxury Cabinets, LLC much more than a business partnership, however. Long before establishing Gregg & P Shea Design Rains Building Group, Jake and Alex were kindergarten classmates and little league Patriot Builders Pella Tennessee, Inc. baseball teammates. While their high school, college, and initial career paths took Petersen & Sons them in different directions, their friendship has remained strong. Since teaming Red Nose Lights Refresh up yet again, Jake and Alex have focused their efforts on building quality homes in Robert F. Henry Tile Co., Inc. the best communities and subdivisions in Williamson and Davidson Counties. And Roofing Supply Group S & C Masonry within a few minutes of talking with both of them, it is obvious that they love buildSammons Waterproofing, Inc ing homes for their clients and thoroughly enjoy working with one another. Savory Spice Shop Gregg & Rains Building Group is excited about their future as a homebuilder in Sherwin Williams Sims Landscaping Services one of the best areas in the country to call home. Having grown up and been raised The Addison Group in Franklin, Jake and Alex hope to lead their company to the top of the custom Thislewood Farms Thomas Roman Enterprises homebuilding industry in Middle Tennessee. Contact them at (615) 807-1012 or Valley Interior Products visit them online at greggandrains.com. Volunteer Concrete Waste Management Williamson Co. Ready Mix, Inc. Williamson County Government December, 2014 lWilson Theand NAIL 23 Associates XPRO Supply

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SPIKE REPORT Life Spikes

Seventeen SPIKES (in bold) increased their recruitment numbers last month. What is a SPIKE? SPIKES recruit new members and help the association retain members. Here is the latest SPIKE report as of October 31, 2014. Top 20 Big Spikes Jim Ford 912 Virgil Ray 821 Bill King 776 Mitzi Spann 685 Terry Cobb 566 Jim Fischer 566 John Whitaker 403 James Carbine 337 Jennifer Earnest 328 Dan Stern 306 Kevin Hale 287 Tonya Jones 271 Reese Smith III 260 David Crane 251 Steve Moody 219 Sonny Shackelford 218 Davis Lamb 187 Trey Lewis 184 Cyril Evers 182 Jackson Downey 174

growing economy, rising household formations, low mortgage rates and pent-up demand will help single-family housing production to rev up in 2015 while a growth in renters will keep the multifamily market at cruising altitude or higher, according to economists who participated in the recent National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) 2014 Fall Construction Forecast Webinar. “Single-family builders are feeling good. They are not overly confident, but confident enough to keep moving forward,” said NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. He added that the single-family sector will finish out the year much stronger than it began and set the stage for a robust 2015. “This is mostly due to significant pent-up demand and steady job and economic growth that will allow trade-up buyers who have delayed home purchases due to job insecurity to enter the marketplace,” said Crowe. A Bright Outlook NAHB is forecasting 991,000 total housing starts in 2014, up 6.6 percent from 930,000 units last year. Single-family production is expected to rise 2.5 percent this year to 637,000 units, increase an additional 26 percent next year to 802,000

Tim Ferguson 169 Jim McLean 164 Louise Stark 163 Harry Johnson 146 Steve Cates 140 C.W. Bartlett 138 James Franks 131 Tonya Alexander 127 Sam Carbine 120 Steve Hewlett 119 Carmen Butner 108 Dave McGowan 101 Johnny Watson 101 B.J. Hanson 100 Jeff Zeitlin 87 Julie DuPree 86 Duane Vanhook 85 Jordan Clark 83 Erin Richardson 76 Jeff Slusher 70 John Baugh 68 Wiggs Thompson 67 Don Bruce 62 Jim Ford, Jr. 62 Hill McAlister 57 Beth Sturm 55 Joe Morgan 54 John Broderick 53 Gerald Bucy 53 David Hughes 50 Lori Fisk-Conners 48 Al Davis 47 Michael Dillon 47 Sheila Rawlings 47 Bernie Laine 46 Greg Langley 46 Benny Sullivan 46

and reach 1.1 million in 2016. Setting the 2000-2003 period as a benchmark for normal housing activity when single-family production averaged 1.3 million units annually, single-family starts are expected to steadily rise from 48 percent of what is considered a typical market in the third quarter of 2014 to 90 percent of normal by the fourth quarter of 2016. Multifamily starts, which Crowe said are now at a normal level of production, are

projected to increase 15 percent in 2014 to 356,000 units and hold steady next year. Meanwhile, the NAHB Remodeling Market Index, which averages ratings of current remodeling activity with indicators of future activity, matched its all-time high of 57 in the third quarter of 2014 and has been above 50 for six consecutive quarters. A reading above 50 indicates that more remodelers report market activity is higher (compared to the prior quar-

Andrew Neuman 45 Bryan Edwards 44 Kay Russell 44 John Ganschow 42 Peggy Krebs 40 David Lippe 38 Andy Wyatt 37 Chuck Clarkson 36 Frank Miller 36 Brad Butler 35 Al Hacker 34 Ray Edwards 32 Dan Strebel 32 Christina Cunningham 30 Steve Wheeley 30 Alvin Basel 29 Spikes Don Mahone 19 Marty Maitland 18 Jess Dillon 16 Justin Hicks 15 Tracy Lomax 14 Frank Tyree 12 Derenda Sircy 11 Pam Smith 10 Don Alexander 9 Randall Smith 9

ter) than report it is lower. NAHB is forecasting that residential remodeling will post a 3.4 percent decline in 2014 over last year, due in large part to slow activity in the first quarter caused by an unusual harsh winter throughout much of the nation. Residential remodeling activity is expected to rise 2.7 percent in 2015 and an additional 1.3 percent in 2016. Housing Will Soon Be Undersupplied Taking an even more bullish outlook, Mark Zandi, chief economist at (continued on page 13) (continued from page 9) Moody’s Analytics, said that prospects are good for continued gains in overall economic and housing activity. “The reason is that job growth is quite strong,” said Zandi. “Currently, we are creating about 225,000 jobs per month, or 2.75 million per year. That is double the pace necessary to reduce unemployment and under employment, which augers very, very well for housing demand and the housing market more broadly.” With the current supply of housing running just over 1 million units on annualized basis, Zandi said that this figure is well below what is needed for the longer run. In the aftermath of the Great Recession, new household formations were depressed as the number of Millennials living with their parents December, 2014

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Chapters & Councils CHAPTERS CHEATHAM COUNTY CHAPTER Chapter President - Roy Miles: 615/646-3303 Cheatham County Chapter details are being planned. Next meeting: to be announced. Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 310 DICKSON COUNTY CHAPTER Chapter President - Mark Denney: 615/446-2873. The Dickson County Chapter meets on the third Monday of the month, 12:00 p.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dickson. Next meeting: January, 2015. Topic: to be announced. Price: FREE, lunch dutch treat. Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 307 MAURY COUNTY CHAPTER Maury County Chapter details are currently being planned. Next meeting: to be announced. Chapter RSVP line: 615-377-9651, ext. 312; for callers outside the 615 area code, 1-800-571-9995, ext. 312 METRO/NASHVILLE CHAPTER Chapter President - John Whitaker: 615/843-3300. The Metro/Nashville Chapter meets on the fourth Monday of the month, 11:30 a.m. at the HBAMT offices. Next meeting: January, 2015. Topic: to be announced. Builders Free pending sponsorship Price: $10 per person with RSVP ($20 w/o RSVP). Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 304

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ROBERTSON COUNTY CHAPTER Next meeting: to be announced. Robertson County RSVP line: 615-377-9651, ext. 313.

Price: free for Green Building Council members pending sponsorship; $20 for non-members with RSVP ($25 w/o). Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 308

SUMNER COUNTY CHAPTER The Sumner County Chapter meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m. at the new Hendersonville Library. Next meeting: to be announced. Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 306

HBAMT REMODELERS COUNCIL Council President - Jason Broderick. The HBAMT Remodelers Council meets on the third Wednesday of the month, 11:00 a.m. at varying locations. Next meeting: January, 2015. Location: to be announced. Topic: to be announced. Price: free for RMC members with RSVP; $15 for non-members with RSVP ($20 w/o). Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 301

WILLIAMSON COUNTY CHAPTER Chapter President - BJ Hanson: 615/884-4935. The Williamson County Chapter meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m. at the HBAMT offices. Next meeting: to be announced. Builders Free pending sponsorship. Price: $10 per person with RSVP ($20 w/o RSVP). Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 305 WILSON COUNTY CHAPTER The Wilson County Chapter meets on the second Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m. at the Five Oaks Golf & Country Club in Lebanon. Next meeting: to be announced. Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 309 COUNCILS GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL Council President - Erin Richardson: 615/883-8526. The Green Building Council meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 11:00 a.m. Next meeting: to be announced. Topic: to be announced.

INFILL BUILDERS COUNCIL The Infill Builders meets on the third Thursday of the month, 11:30 a.m. at the HBAMT offices until further notice. Next meeting: to be announced. Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 311 MIDDLE TENN SALES & MARKETING COUNCIL Council President - Trey Lewis. The SMC meets on the first Thursday of the month, 9:00 a.m. at the HBAMT offices. Next meeting: January, 2015. Topic: to be announced. SMC members FREE with RSVP; non-SMC members $25 w/RSVP, $35 w/o RSVP Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 302.

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