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isit the amazing array of decorated models in the 2016 Parade of Homes, and your dream home can become a reality. Presented by Verizon, the Tampa Bay Builders Association is sponsoring 139 model homes from 37 builders in its two-week Parade celebration. The Parade begins Saturday, March 5 and closes Sunday, March 13. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays. More than 40 percent of Parade homes are located in Pasco and north Hillsborough. These 57 Parade homes are in communities from Connerton in Land O’ Lakes, Asturia in Odessa, Union Station in Wesley Chapel and Cordoba Estates in Lutz.
President’s Message Dear Laker/Lutz News Readers,
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and allows folks to create their own new home tour.” This year’s parade displays the latest housing trends and new home designs. Models are being judged by industry professionals from across the country, who consider site plan, curb appeal, design, materials, outdoor living spaces, architectural detailing, and workmanship. The TBBA, which has more than 750 members, is a professional organization serving construction-related businesses in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Members include builders, developers, suppliers, subcontractors, lending institutions,
Saturday, March 5 to Sunday, March 13 Monday – Saturday — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday — noon to 6 p.m “The Parade of Homes has a long tradition of bringing awareness of new home construction in the Tampa Bay market,” said Andrea Hawk, chairperson of the TBBA Parade of Homes committee. “We saw a significant increase in new home sales during 2015, and early signs for 2016 are even more positive. The Parade of Homes offers homebuyers an inside look at the latest design trends and amenities,
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PLAN YOUR ROUTE DIGITAL GUIDEBOOK — TampaBayParadeOfHomes.com • Check out the map and create your own Parade route • Most models are open beyond official Parade dates
Stew Gibbons 2016 President, TBBA Connerton General Manager
• Absolutely free marketing, architectural and engineering firms. The TBBA promotes professionalism and continuing education within the tri-county building-and-
The 2016 Parade of Homes is an opportunity to discover 139 elaborately decorated model homes in communities around Tampa Bay. Each model offers a unique vision and lifestyle. We encourage you to visit multiple homes and challenge you to explore new communities that you have not visited before. On behalf of Tampa Bay Builders Association, I want to thank all of our sponsors, visitors, builders and volunteers. Please take the time to discover and enjoy this year’s Parade entries. I know you will be enthralled and amazed by our industry’s creativity and outstanding workmanship.
development industry, and encourages industry participation in the community at large. More information: Call (813) 5718222, or go to TBBA.com.
2016 PARADE OF HOMES BOARD MEMBERS
Jennifer Doerfel, TBBA Executive Vice President, (813) 571-8222 ext. 303, Jennifer@tbba.net Andrea Hawk, Allen Collins Realty, Event Chair | Jane Koy, Hillsborough Title, Judging Committee Co-Chair | Robert Paredes, Envoy Mortgage, Sponsorship Committee Chair Johanna Seldes, Interior Design Consulting, Judging Committee Co-Chair | Terri Williamson, Laker/Lutz News, Entries Committee Chair | Terry Zelen, Zelen Communications, Marketing Committee Chair
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The Tampa Bay Parade of Homess is a first-class opportunity for you to view 139 faabulously furnished and decoraated new model homes. This is the best time of year to seek out a new home or make your home like new. Grab your bags and follow the Parade!
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For More Information, Guidebook Pickup Locations and Map ps visit TampaBayParadeOf Homes.com
Mond daay - Saaturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM.