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Dan O’Neill honored as Realtor Salesperson of the Year

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Dan O’Neill, 2010 KCRAR Realtor Salesperson of the Year, with last year’s KCRAR President Renee Ryan-Edwards

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rom the 8,000 members of the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors in 2010, a select few were honored on January 26 for their exemplary work, dedication to advancing their profession and service to private property owners.

Dan O’Neill, who is with Reece & Nichols Realtors’ Eastland office in Independence, was among the honorees. He was named the 2010 Realtor Salesperson of the Year in recognition of his leadership in the local, state and national Realtor associations.

In addition to an impressive record of local activities, O’Neill was recently appointed a Federal Political Coordinator for the National Association of Realtors – an appointment which resulted in an early-February trip to Washington, DC. “This will be my fifth trip to visit with my assigned Representative, Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II,” said O’Neill. “Basically an F.P.C. is a grass roots lobbyist for the National Association of Real-

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O’Neill was chosen 2010 Realtor Salesperson of the Year after just seven years in real estate. He has been honored with numerous Million Dollar Circle Awards from Reece & Nichols and has served the Realtor associations by participating in Strategic Planning, Government Affairs and statewide Missouri positions. He is an active community volunteer with St. Luke’s United Church of Christ and a member of the Independence Chamber of Commerce.

The Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors (KCRAR) is a not-for-profit organization providing services and programs to its members. Members of KCRAR are more than just salespeople, brokers, and real estate professionals – they are Realtors, and as such, they subscribe to the rules and bylaws of this Association and the strict Code of Ethics as determined by the National Association of Realtors.

– Submitted by the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors

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y congratulations to Realtor Dan O’Neill who was recognized as Salesperson of the Year by the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors. I’ve had the pleasure of talking to Dan on a number of occasions and we should be glad to have him as our voice of concern within the real estate industry. The last time I saw Dan he was buzzing around in a bright yellow car. Read more about Dan and his accomplishments on page 2.

Remodeling a home is time consuming and can be costly. We know this all too well as we were forced to gut and re-do the house after Mother Nature decided to rip off portions of the roof a couple of years ago. I really didn’t think we’d make it through that summer between inhaling sheet rock dust and being fumigated by the hardwood floor finishing. All in all, it turned out to be something to be proud of, but if we added up all the costs and time, we might have changed some of our strategies.

Although remodeling isn’t an easy task, there are definitely advantages to sprucing up your home and one of the most important reasons is the re-sale value.

Statistics show that homes that have had the old wallpaper removed and painted with crisp, clean, neutral colors are more likely to sell. The same goes with the old saying of having “curb appeal.” Some new paint on the mailbox and a new front door will go a long way to attracting prospective buyers. Read more about home renovations on page 5.

Candice Olson, who provides our Divine Design columns, talks about accenting rooms with the color black. Even though I tend to consider black as a more modern color, or at the other end of the spectrum, an old-fashioned tone, I’ve never incorporated it into my color schemes. After reading her column and realizing that black can add some pizzazz into neutral décor schemes, I might have to give it a try. Read more from Candice on page 7.

The warmer weather has me thinking

about spring, the garden and all of the outside chores that are calling my name. First things first, I’ve promised myself, to clean the windows. The longer I’ve been trapped in the house, staring out the windows, the more streaks, smudges and dirt seem to be appearing out of nowhere. Just as I was wondering if there could be windows that would resist showing me their dirt, I ran across an article about smart glass. Apparently, with a flip of a switch, this new glass in the windows can change to any shade of gray you wish. Now all they need to develop is a self-washing window and I’m in. Read more on page 14.

The feature story this week is on Mill Creek, a new subdivision on the east side of Lee’s Summit. This community combines the perfect combination of a peaceful setting and luxury living. Read more on pages 8 and 9.

Thanks for stopping by,

Sandy Turner

If you have a question that you would like a professional to answer, questions or comments in general, or if there is something that you would like to see covered in WelcomeHome, please e-mail Sandy Turner at sandydownhome@hotmail.com.

Sandy looks forward to hearing from you.

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Is remodeling worth your time and costs?................... 5 Adding black into the color scheme of your room............... 7 Mill Creek offers a mix of country and city.....................8,9 House plan of the week..................... 11 Universal designs increase the value of your home............. 12 Couple at odds over new bathroom.......... 13 Smart glass gives consumers new options...................... 14 Class.......................... 15

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Is that home-renovation project really going to pay off?

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hatever the reason the remodeling itch has settled into your brain, before you bring in a contractor or pick up a hammer - you should consider two important questions: How will you fund your project? And will it be worth it in the end?

A little research and credit self-assessment can answer both questions. In addition to pulling your credit report to see how likely you are to qualify for good loan terms, you should consider the potential resale value of the improvement, how it will improve your life and if it will enhance your enjoyment of your home.

Fortunately, it’s not difficult to evaluate the potential resale value. Kitchen and bathroom remodels, adding a deck, or finishing a basement or attic are all popular renovations because they upgrade the most-used rooms in the house or add living space.

In terms of resale value, here are some popular projects with high paybacks, according to Remodeling Magazine’s 2009-2010 Cost versus Value Report: • Adding an attic bedroom........... 83.1 percent • Adding a wooden deck.............. 80.6 percent • Minor kitchen remodel...............78.3 percent • Major kitchen remodel............... 72.1 percent • Basement remodel.....................75.4 percent • Bathroom remodel.........................71 percent

Keep in mind that smaller remodels, while costing less than major jobs, can still have a major impact on how your home looks and feels. For example, simply replacing that old front door with a steel version can cost around $1,000 but offers a return on investment of nearly 129 percent, according to the report.

Another factor to consider when weighing the value of any remodeling project is how it will affect your quality of life in terms of financial security. It’s important to be sure the cost of the project won’t be a financial burden that detracts from your enjoyment of the results.

To help understand your current credit status and how it might affect your remodeling loan terms, obtain a copy of your credit report.

Websites like CreditReport.com can provide you with a credit report with your paid monitoring membership. Obtaining your credit report and monitoring your credit can help you identify any inaccuracies or errors that might lead to higher interest rates, and also catch and resolve potential fraud quickly. You’ll also find tips on the website for understanding your credit, and tools such as a credit score tracker to help you anticipate how certain financial decisions - like financing a remodel might affect your credit.

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FEATURE HOME OF THE WEEK 1600 APPLETON AVENUE INDEPENDENCE • Investment property • 1 story • Englewood area

• New paint • 3 units • New carpet

$110,000 This home marketed by

REECE AND NICHOLS BLUE SPRINGS KATHY ELLIS-MOONEY 816-582-0160

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Marcia Wallace real estate Group | 816.251.1745 Visit our website to take a virtual tour: Marciaw.reeceandnichols.com

laKeWOOd patiO HOMe Beautiful ranch reverse, tranquil setting on scenic Lakewood Oaks Golf Course #6 hole. Nestled on quiet, low traffic cul-de-sac. Finished lower level. $220,000

laKeWOOd laKeFrOnt tOWnHOMe

Spacious floor plan w/ soaring ceilings. 3bd 3 ba home featuring library w/builtins, finished walkout ll and sunroom. $300,000.

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Interior looks just like new! New Carpet, paint, & wood floors throughout.

Move - in ready. Large MBR with walk - in closet& private bath. F/ walk-out lower level. All app. stay, new roof. $122,500

darling raised rancH

Fin w/o LL could be 2nd living quarters-2nd kitchen, family rm & full bath.

2 car gar, circle drive, fenced yd, & patio, walk-in cedar closet! Newer roof. Quality thruout! $129,500.

liKe neW 2 stOry!!

Lg kitchen/hearthroom w/island, FP, SS appliances, & granite counters. Spa like mstr ste w/FP, his/ her vanity, wp, & wlk-in shower.

Bonus loft area. Wlk-out lower lvl w/12’ ceilings.$300,000.

Grand Villa! Priced to sell – this lakefront villa has upgrades galore.

Open floor plan, soaring ceilings, 4 fireplaces, 3 car garage, finished walkout lower level. Beautiful veranda overlooking lake. $650,000.

2 HOMes On 5 acres

Park like setting. Each home features an updated open floor plan. Pride of ownership shows here. Property has an 18 hole golf course, swimming pool, gazebo & a 30’x39’ barn. $350,000

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Blue springs villa Great villa w/finished LL, 2BRs on main level. Great rm w/FP, eat-in kitchen w/pantry & wood floors, formal dining. Mstr suite w/dbl vanity, tile floors, & w/i closet, 3 full baths. Sun Room! $160,000.

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2 stry flr plan on a cul-de-sac. 4 bdrms, mstr w/sitting rm, tub, dble vanities & lg w/i closet. Great rm has a frplc & built-in bookcases.

Screened in porch. $225,000.

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Newer beautiful townhome Open floor plan with fp & walk-out bsmt.

MBR has large walk-in closet & vaulted ceiling. The kitchen features an island, pantry, and all appliances stay with home. $120,000

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No maintenance here. Great location, near Indep. Center, Centerpoint Hospital & restaurants. Bsmt, 2 parking spaces & storage unit. 2 bdrm, 2 bath. 2 units avail. $129K & $140K.

Incredible Wellington 2 story w/4 BRs & 4.5 BAs. Beautiful kitchen/ hearth w/see thru FP & kitchen isl.

Bonus loft/craft room or office on bedroom level. Awesome fin 11. $320,000

Darling 3 bdrm, 2 bath home. Situated on corner lot w/3 car garage.

Open floor plan w/vaulted ceilings, large kitchen w/in pantry and island. Incredible finished lower level! $169,900.

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Open floor plan with designer features & colors. Kit. features island, stainless applcs, and pantry. Awesome fin. LL – wet bar, frplc, & theater room! Backyard feels like you’re in the country. $225,000

Open & Spacious 4BR Home w/tons of upgrades!! Awesome kit. w/ss applcs, brkfst bar, & wood flrs. Lg Mstr w/2 walk-in closets, wp & access to laundry! Fin LL w/ Family rm and 4th Bdrm and full bath. $187,900

WHat a vieW! The entire interior has been updated!

Kitchen w/custom cabinets + island, granite counters, & SS appls. Fin w/o w/wet bar, family rm, & bonus rm for crafts etc, & 3rd garage.

Screened in porch. $550,000

creeKMOOr villa This home is situated across the street from the golf course! Beautiful kit. w/huge walk-in pantry & island. Master suite has all the amenities. Outstanding LL w/frplc, bar, & stereo system. Covered deck, sprinkler system, & 3 car garage. $300K

Maintenance prOvided villa Fairfield Woods Model now for sale. French Country Villa with quality features throughout. All stucco, 50 year timerline roof.

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WHite ridge FarMs -Spacious home w/ 3 bd and 2.1ba. Finished walk-out lower level with fireplace & family room.

Very well maintained in established neighborhood. $135,000

exQuisite Mediterranean estate

Situated on golf course. Private treed lot w/3 deck/patio areas & circle drive. Spacious flr plan w/soaring ceilings. Beautiful kit. w/slate, granite & SS appl. $600,000

New 2 bdrm ranch duplex w/2 car garage. Up to the moment decor, Friese carpet, gorgeous decorator colors, & fantastic cabinetry. Maintenance provided. Prices starting at $136,500.

OaKs ridge MeadOWs Spacious 2 story w/4 bd on a treed, fenced lot. Kitchen has builtin hutch, pantry, & breakfast bar.

Mstr suite w sitting rm, w/i closet, & wp tub. Fin ll. $240,000

laKeWOOd laKeFrOnt Gorgeous lakefront- pride of ownership shows! Updated kit w/island, granite counters. Fin w/o ll w/ fam rm,l bath, & FP. Large deck & paver patio. Newer roof. $475,000

Open floor plan with tons of extras!

Spacious kitchen with granite counters, breakfast bar & pantry. Master suite with dbl vanity, whirlpool & walk-in closet. Beautiful sun porch off kitchen. Indep. Schools. $240,000.

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Vacation at home! Exquisite home is situated on lg estate lot w/gorgeous inground pool, gazebo w/BA, 2 story solarium w/blt-in hot tub. The updated kit. features new SS appliances. Updated mst ste w/FP & lg w/i closet! Fin LL w/ wet bar, family rm, $350,000.

all BricK true rancH!

This all brick 3BR home is located in a great neighborhood in Independence.

Home features newer 30 year roof.

Energy efficient heating and cooling and new thermal windows. $115,000

Beautiful 1.5 story lake front w/panoramic vies on cul-de-sac. Quality throughout! Large finished lower level w/built-ins, & fireplace. Side entry 3car garage. $344,500.

BacKs tO JaMes a reed WildliFe reserve!

Beautifully well maintained home! Treed private backyard w/fence & deck. Four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, great room w/fireplace, eat-in kitchen. Master w/whirlpool tub & double vanity. Laundry on bedroom level. Sub-basement. $183,000

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laKeWOOd patiO HOMe Nothing to do here but move in!

Renovated kitchen, newer roof, windows, doors, paint, flooring and much, much more!!! $175,000

independence dOllHOuse Darling Tudor style home, situated across from Elementary School.

Grt rm w/ stone fp. Spacious kit w/ lots of cabinets. Enclosed porch. $114,000

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Interior decorator Candice Olson is host of HGTV’s ‘’Candice Tells All.’’ For more ideas, information and show times, visit http://www.hgtv.com/candice-tells-all/show/index.html.

It’s ok to design with black

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lack is both timeless and elegant. Everybody loves a little black dress or a sleek black sports car. But when it comes to decorating, black is one of the most feared colors in the spectrum.

Many people think black will make a space too dark, but good designers know that, if used properly, black is a powerful tool. I demonstrated this during a recent design project for my clients, Joanne and John.

They live in an elegant house that was lovingly renovated over time by her father. Sadly, he passed away before he got to work on his dream project: the dreary family room in the basement. So, I decided to pick up where he left off.

The room was really shabby, with woodpaneled walls, an outmoded fireplace and uncomfortable seating. However, the rest of the house had a lovely, traditional feeling with a neutral palette and a few black accents. I chose to bring this design scheme into the basement, but crank up the black to add much-needed sophistication.

There was some structural work to attend to first. A new ceiling was installed, the room was rewired and a mysterious door that didn’t open was replaced with a wall of windows.

I then painted the wooden walls a tranquil cream (after dealing with lots of primer, that is), put up some 36-inch-high white wainscoting and put down a plank-style, brown cork floor.

I now had a soft, neutral room. Yet, with a

neutral scheme the eye wanders with no place to land. Black accents help focus the eye, but you have to use them wisely -- by punctuating, not overpowering. The right amount of black will add excitement and enhance the other tones in a room.

I created an L-shaped seating area along two adjoining walls, brought in two beige chenille-covered sofas and added black and blackaccented pillows.

These sofas share a charcoal ottoman, a round side table and an area rug with a black and neutral pattern that speaks to the new black-and-gold floral drapes.

Nestled in the corner of the two couches is a tiny nook that I turned into a showpiece.

I backed it with grass cloth wallpaper and put in gorgeous, white cabinetry with tempered glass shelves.

Along another wall, I created a fireside lounge. The room had an old stone fireplace that was a bit of an eyesore, so I built up the mantle, painted it white and refitted it with a gas insert. To one side, I put in two very cool designer chairs that are called ‘’smoke chairs’’ and added a huge wall mirror and a black side table.

No matter where you sit there is a good view of a new 54-inch television, which I put against the final wall. The television sits atop a long wooden console and is flanked by black-andwhite framed photographs.

When designing with black, lighting is especially important. So, in addition to recessed

lights, I installed a crystal drop pendant outlined in black, two fireplace sconces, a bronze table lamp and a photographer’s tripod lamp.

I also added some accessories: baskets, bowls, vases, artwork and framed photographs -- including one of Joanne’s dad, the master renovator.

One way to elevate good style to great style is to embrace a bit of drama. And that’s exactly what I did in Joanne and John’s space. By setting up a neutral canvas and then strategically adding dabs and dashes of black, I created a comfortable family room that has just the perfect stroke of sophistication.

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WOW! 1st tier w/dock in Lake Lotawana. BIG house w/new roof, wndws, electrical, 2 car gar, level walk to dock. 22x13 living rm! So much house for $225K.

$60K cutie pie! Never seen a bigger liv rm & bdrms in a 2 bdrm house! FULL basement w/bar, pool table. Indep. SUCH A NICE HOUSE! 23rd/Ralston.

Wow! 4BR, 3 full BA, California Split. $155K! Lone Jack, walk-out bsmnt w/wet bar, BR, full BA. SS appliances stay, granite counters...WHAT A PRICE!

Oh, the chef will KISS YOU! Amazing granite kit, big liv rm w/FP, fenced yard. $122,500 – You won’t find a better deal in Odessa. Lease option available.

FOR RENT: Lake Lotawana, 3BR, 2BA, 2nd tier. Gate 1. $1,100/mo. $1,000 deposit. Available immediately.

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Mill Creek in Lee’s Summit, bustling with activity, offers a mix of...

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new home development in Lee’s Summit, Mill Creek of Summit Mill, has much to offer on the east side of town.

With recent new residents, current build jobs and new spec homes being built, it’s bustling with activity. The community starts in the upper $200,000’s to the $500,000’s and accommodates ranches, reverse ranches, oneand-a-half story and two-story plans.

This community’s second phase is halfway complete and still has great lots to choose from including walkouts, daylights, level and lake front. Lots are oversized with some close to a half-acre and very reasonably priced.

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lake, a community pool, and within walking distance to Highland Park Elementary School in the neighborhood.

“When school boundaries get updated, it’s unlikely the residents will have to change from this popular elementary school,” Cindy Hill of The Rob Ellerman Team of Reece and Nichols said.

Just minutes from the 711-acre Legacy Park, residents can take advantage of everything it has to offer such as sports fields, playgrounds, a disc golf course, a four-mile wildlife walking/ biking trail and picnic shelters. It also has a community center with a full-service gym, racquetball and basketball courts, a pool and fun zone.

Mill Creek is in a great location with good highway access and close to all the amenities

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Lee’s Summit has to offer including the awardwinning downtown area, plus all the new shopping and dining.

“Three new homes are currently available along with many different lot options,” Hill said. “Summit Custom Homes has two new two-story plans. One with four bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, and the other has five

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bedrooms, four baths with one of the bedrooms on the main level which makes a great guest room or office.”

Along with Summit, Scott Prier Homes also offers a two-story plan with four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths and a first floor office.

Mill Creek students also attend Pleasant Lee Middle School and Lee’s Summit High

School in a district that has been nationally recognized for scoring above state and national norms on test scores such as the Missouri Assessment Program and ACTs. Money magazine’s annual issue focusing on “America’s Best Places to Live” ranked the Lee’s Summit R-7 School District as the seventh choice in the nation.

It’s easy to see why Mill Creek is a popular choice. Visit the community by traveling Missouri 291 to Langsford Road. East to the Mill Creek entrance. For more information, visit www.MillCreekSM.com or contact Kelly and Cindy Hill with the Rob Ellerman Team at 816935-5551 or email at KCHill@ReeceandNichols.com.

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Adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in Atchison, KS! Almost new too! Nice and open kitchen/dining and great room. Nice corner fireplace. Fabulous master bedroom with large master bath and walk-in closet.

Great lot with lots of trees and no neighbors! Newer barn/shed right next to your new garden. $127,000

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313 PECAN TREE AVE.

Extra large rooms in this four bedroom, 2.5 bath home located in Lone Jack. New interior paint, carpeting and vinyl throughout. Central Vac, Alarm System, 3 car garage with third door larger than most. Home sits on nice level lot. Office on main floor off the kitchen. Tons of cabinets and pantry. $195,000

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Custom built home. Open and spacious floor plan with plenty of room for your family to grow. Wood floors, built-in pantry, walk-in closets, whirlpool tub and more. 3 car garage, full walk-out basement, 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, A MUST SEE! $191,900

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Well maintained raised ranch that is the vest value in the subdivision. This BUILDER TRADE is priced to sell. The 3 bedroom, bath home features a finished basement and lots of upgrades.

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Crownpoint: Prairie-style home with modern flair

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ow-pitched roof lines, wide eaves, and bold squared porch support columns mark the Crownpoint as a contemporary Prairie-style home. Frank Lloyd Wright is the acknowledged master of the Prairie house, one of the few indigenous American styles.

Families who enjoy attracting and watching wild birds will particularly appreciate those wide eaves. Feeders hung there are safe from the rain and all but the trickiest squirrels.

Immediately after entering, you pass double doors that lead into what could be a dining room, parlor, or home office. A conveniently located half bathroom is directly ahead, bedrooms are to the left, and the great room is ahead and slightly to the right.

The great room fills the heart of the home and is open to the kitchen and nook as well.

In the G-shaped kitchen, an array of counters, cupboards, and built-in appliances wrap around all four sides.

From at or near the kitchen sink, you can serve informal meals and snacks to family and friends seated along the raised eating bar, enjoy watching flames dance in the gas fireplace, or keep track of activities on the partially covered patio.

A good-sized utility room is right around the corner, along with indoor access to a two-car garage.

The bench by the door is designed for shucking off messy footgear, which can then be stowed out of sight beneath the seat. A shelved storage closet lines the hallway leading to a guest suite, which could do double duty as a home office or hobby room. In the spacious owners’ suite, amenities include a walk-in shower, private toilet, two vanities, a deep walkin closet, and direct patio access.

The Crownpoint’s other two bedrooms share a bathroom that has a combination tub and shower.

For a review plan, including scaled floor plans, elevations, section and artist’s conception, send $25 to Associated Designs, 1100 Jacobs Dr., Eugene, OR 97402. Please specify the Crownpoint 30-790 and include a return address when ordering. A catalog featuring more than 550 home plans is available for $15.

For more information, call (800) 634-0123, or visit our website at www.AssociatedDesigns.com.

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Employing universal design

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f you’re a homeowner, you probably consider your home to be a long-term investment. But have you thought about futureproofing your house to maximize its value?

Is your house large and accessible enough to raise a family? Is it possible that your in-laws may move in one day? Are you planning to stay in your home after you retire? Applying the principles of universal design can improve access and security, enhance style, and ultimately help your home meet the needs of you and your family for years to come.

Universal design is a personalized type of architectural planning that ensures accessibility on a universal scale to all people who live in a space, regardless of age or ability.

A number of changes can make your home more safe and accessible for all. For example,

you can create a no-step entry with sloped walkway and tactile paving leading to the entrances of a house. Wide, open spaces and larger doors in the interior of your home not only promote accessibility, but also enhance the appearance of your home.

Technology also plays a significant role in universal design products. For example, touchsensitive technology enables the user to manually set the volume and water to a comfortable temperature and then start and stop the flow of water with a simple tap. Light switches with large flat panels rather than small toggles are easier to control.

By applying universal design principals, you can increase your home’s value while making it inviting for people of all ages and abilities.

– From ARA Content

20101 E. Jackson Drive | Independence, MO

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2361 sq. ft. Well maintained. Two fireplaces. Main flr laundry. Dormer has full bath and walk-in closet.

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My husband and I are building our first home this spring, and while we disagree on most choices for our new home, we both agree that your column is very informative and helpful. That said, we need you to settle our latest issue. It’s about our master-bathroom bathtub and the choice of materials for our plumbing fixtures. He is set in his ways that heavy-duty is the way to go, and he wants a big, cast-iron tub.

Cast iron? I remember that my grandmother had a cast-iron tub decades ago, and I’m looking to build our home with modern materials and trends. My husband claims that cast iron is back in style. Can this be true, or is my husband trying to pull a fast one on me?

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Sorry, but for the most part I’m going to have to agree with your husband on this. However, I do want to clear up a few points and offer more information to help you and your husband reach common ground.

What I’ve seen during my 30-plus years in the home-building industry is that cast-iron fixtures never really went out of style. However, in recent years cast-iron plumbing fixtures have received even more attention than usual.

That may be why your husband incorrectly used the term “back in style.”

Let’s explore some of the reasons why cast iron has been generating a lot more interest lately. One big reason is that cast-iron fixtures are made with more than 90 percent recycled materials, and most green building contractors love using reclaimed materials.

The striking new colors available for cast iron provide another reason. Some of these finishes are so deep that they almost appear to be three-dimensional. New colors like black and tan and sea salt seem to float above the surface. Also, modern features have been added to today’s cast-iron tubs, like bubblemassage therapy. A bubble-massage tub has hundreds of pinholes in its bottom, and air is pumped into these holes. As air escapes through the tiny holes, it provides a very soft and relaxing massage.

Finally, we do have the traditional benefits of cast-iron plumbing fixtures to consider. Features like strong, self-supporting frames, easyclean surfaces and reduced noise for kitchensink disposal use are just a few of the reasons cast iron has been around so long.

I hope that, after all this information, you can understand the saying: “What’s old is new, and in this case cast iron may be good for you!”

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Pretty Good Ideas

Quick tips for home-office organization

Do you need to combine a workspace in your family or living room? Here are tips to help you organize your home office 1. Invest in adequate furniture. Offices need a clear work area, and that means providing enough space for computer hardware and peripheral equipment, a spot for reference materials, file space and locations for paper and other frequently used supplies. Make sure your office furniture provides ample space for work and storage.

2. Establish activity centers. The efficient office should be zoned into activity areas: The Work Center: which includes a clear workspace, the computer and oft-utilized office products. The Reference Center: which includes binders, manuals, a dictionary and professional books and materials. The Supply Center: which contains office and paper supplies.

3. Properly place the hardware and peripherals. Position your equipment by frequency of use. If the printer is used daily, it should be within easy reach. If the CPU is only accessed for troubleshooting, it can be placed under or next to the desk. If a scanner is rarely used, it can be placed outside the work area. When setting up hardware, be conscious of access to drives, trays and cords. Don’t block access to drawers or take up legroom with tangled cords.

– From Home and Garden Televison

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One Downspout or Two?

The remedy for gutters that “runneth over” is usually just a good cleaning (removing obstructions like leaves and debris.) But if a good downpour still overwhelms your rain-carrying system, some re-engineering may be in order. A single 2x3-inch downspout can handle runoff from 600 square feet of roof. A single 3x4-inch downspout can handle twice the runoff from 1200 square feet of roof area. For larger roofs, or gutters that regularly overflow, a second downspout may be in order. For new construction and gutter replacement, always temper roof and downspout analysis with rainfall intensity in your neck of the woods. It’s also better to overaccommodate — drain-wise than to endure overflow rain-wise.

Smart Glass is on the move There’s something new that’s growing fast. It’s slick and simple and called “smart glass.” It’s window panes that go from clear to black — with the flip of a switch. And, the panes can achieve virtually any shade of gray in between — depending upon how much power you give it.

The secret lies in millions of microscopic particles suspended between two panes of glass. With no power, the particles lie horizontally, allowing full light to pass through.

But as power is increased, they become vertical, until they line up to block all light (under full power). Smart glass, with suspended particle devices, is still an emerging technology.

Whereas it is available, it’s expensive — costing from $80 to $160 per square foot.

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