AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE GREATERATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATIONAND ATLANTA REMODELERS COUNCIL

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ATLANTA REMODELERS COUNCILBOARD OF DIRECTORS2009 CHAIRRocco Sinisgalli

2010 CHAIRJohn Beach

AT LARGEAmy Bryan, Al Capogrossi, Mike TurnerMelina Wilkinson, Jacquie Heslep, Kelley Conway

GREATER ATLANTA HBAEXECUTIVE COMMITTEEPRESIDENTLes Stumpff

VICE PRESIDENT Mike Smith

TREASURERRichelle Losch

SECRETARYDean Cowart

PARLIAMENTARIANSteve King

BUILDERS AT LARGENeal Davis, Steve Goodsell, Phil Gressly, Steve Palmer

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENTMitch Hires

ASSOCIATE AT LARGECarol Stone

GREATER ATLANTA HBA STAFFVICE PRESIDENTDavid EllisMEMBER SERVICES DIRECTORMonica SaundersCOMMUNICATIONS MANAGERNancy Meeks

GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION1484 Brockett RoadTucker, GA 30084Phone: 770-938-9900Fax: 770-934-8363www.atlantahomebuilders.com

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With 2010 just beginning, the real estate market is showingsigns of improving. The remodelers in Atlanta have modi-fied the business to better meet their customers’ needs.

The state of Georgia, the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association and theAtlanta Remodelers Council have risen to meet the needs of our members througheducation classes, programs to help with the changing economic market, designtrends, and training to deal with weatherization and new federal regulations onworking with lead-based paint removal. Our clients demand professional trainingand experience, cutting-edge products and excellent customer service.

Additionally, the green movement is driving some of our clients in a newdirection. There was a time not so long ago that the terms “green remodeling”and “sustainable building” conjured up thoughts of earth homes or solar pan-els on the roof. What exactly does it mean to build green, and how practicaland/or expensive is it?

Fortunately, we’ve come a long way, and we’ve been led along that path bybuilding and remodeling professionals who have defined green remodeling as anall-encompassing approach to making a home healthy, comfortable and energyefficient. Energy-saving changes such as replacing old windows with newer,more efficient ones can have an immediate impact on your bottom line.

In this issue of Remodel Atlanta, several home owners share their remodelingstories. Kitchens and baths are still one of the biggest investments in ourhomes, and they often bring the most return on investment. For most of us, our home is our most valuable asset, and improving it makes it more valuableover the long term.

For more information about the Atlanta Remodelers Council and to locate a mem-ber for your next project, visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com/councils/remodelers.We welcome your questions or comments.

Rocco Sinisgalli, CGR2009 Chair, Atlanta Remodelers CouncilOneida Builders, Inc.1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Suite 130Dunwoody, GA 30338 770-396-1002

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03 Chairman’s Message

06 Certified Experts

07 Code of Ethics

10 It Pays To Be Energy Efficient

14 Why Remodel Now?

16 2009 OBIE Awards

21 Master Suite Retreat

24 Historical Green In Buckhead

28 Buckhead Tree House: A City Oasis

32 HBA Remodelers Member Specialties

33 HBA Remodelers Member Directory

ON THE COVER:BUCKHEAD TREE HOUSE: A CITY OASISStory starts on page 28.

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF: MOSAIC GROUP OUTDOOR LIVING DIVISION© JOHN UMBERGER

PHOTOS COURTESY OF: CSI Kitchen & Bath Studio © John Umberger (left); Paces Construction Company (right)

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1484 Brockett RoadTucker, GA 30084Phone: 770-938-9900Fax: 770-934-8363www.atlantahomebuilders.com

ATLANTA REMODELERS COUNCIL2009 CHAIR...............................................Rocco Sinisgalli, CGR

2010 CHAIR .............................................John Beach, CGP, ECH

MEMBER SERVICES DIRECTOR ........................Monica Saunders

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER................................Nancy Meeks

GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCATIONPRESIDENT..............................................................Les Stumpff

4DMIPUBLISHER ............................................................. Kevin Ford

EDITOR.............................................................. Sharon Glorioso

CONTRIBUTING EDITOR.......................................... Troy Blewett

CREATIVE DIRECTOR ............................................. Pete Moretta

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR ............................................ Ruth Ford

MARKETING DIRECTOR ............................................. John Ford

OFFICE MANAGER...................................................Allyson Geier

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CERTIFIED EXPERTS

When choosing a builder or remodeler, you want some-one with the knowledge and expertise to do the jobright the first time, but in a crowded marketplace,

identifying a qualified professional can be difficult. That’swhy the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) andthe Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association offer profes-sional designations that help consumers identify builders andremodelers who have committed themselves to continuallyimproving their skills and bettering their profession. When ahome owner selects a builder or remodeler with a profession-al designation, he is getting a professional with superior train-ing, practical experience and in-depth knowledge in theirchosen field. Following are descriptions of designationsspecifically for builders and remodelers.

CERTIFIED AGING-IN-PLACE SPECIALIST (CAPS)Demographic data suggest that an increasing number of peo-ple are choosing to stay at home as they get older. While theseolder home owners’ addresses may not change, their needs cer-tainly do. In response to these changing needs, NAHB joinedforces with AARP and several experienced remodelers to devel-op the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) certification.The designees are trained to understand and respond to theunique needs and concerns of older home owners.

CERTIFIED GRADUATE REMODELER (CGR)The Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) designation isdesigned to emphasize business management skills as the keyto a professional remodeling operation. The CGR designationrequires that graduates meet prescribed standards of businesspractice; have a minimum of 5 years’ remodeling industryexperience; have a proven track record of successful projectmanagement; complete a comprehensive education curricu-lum; and pledge to uphold the program's code of ethics. TheCGR designation shows a high level of professional credibility,and those who earn it can be considered industry leaders.

GRADUATE MASTER REMODELER (GMR)The Graduate Master Remodeler (GMR) designation allowsCertified Graduate Remodelers (CGR) to attain further recog-nition for educational excellence and longevity in the remod-eling industry. Qualifications include 15 years of remodelingexperience; completion of 5 required courses; and having anactive CGR for 9 years or an active Certified Remodeler (CR)designation from the National Association of the RemodelingIndustry for 10 years.

CERTIFIED GREEN PROFESSIONAL (CGP)The Certified Green Professional designation recognizesbuilders, remodelers and other industry professionals whoincorporate green building principles into homes withoutdriving up the cost of construction. Class work leading to thedesignation provides a solid background in green buildingmethods and techniques to enable the contractor to translatethese principles into a variety of projects.

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL HOME BUILDER (CPHB)The Certified Professional Home Builder program is the onlyvoluntary builder certification program of its kind inGeorgia. Administered by The Housing Institute, Inc., theCPHB program is a non-profit subsidiary of the GreaterAtlanta Home Builders Association and is governed by aboard of directors from such organizations as the BetterBusiness Bureau, Georgia Association of Home Inspectors,local county building inspectors, real estate agents,builders and other industry-related fields. A CertifiedProfessional Home Builder has met stringent requirementsthat include passing a written building codes exam; provid-ing 14 written references; meeting insurance requirements;having their customers surveyed annually; completing 16hours of continuing education annually; providing a writtenwarranty; having a dispute resolution process in place; andmore. Visit www.cphb.org for more information.

EARTHCRAFT HOUSE (ECH)Created in 1999 by the Greater Atlanta Home BuildersAssociation (HBA) and partner Southface Energy Institute,EarthCraft House is a voluntary building program that pro-vides a model for healthy, comfortable homes that reduceutility bills and help protect the environment. TheEarthCraft House certification process follows a checklistdesigned to verify that each home addresses specificguidelines and performance standards that include anenergy-efficient building envelope and systems; high-per-formance windows; properly sized heating and coolingequipment; and energy-efficient lighting and appliances.Any size or style of home can be newly built and/or remod-eled to meet EarthCraft standards. When a home meets therequired standards, it achieves EarthCraft House andENERGY STAR certification at the same time. NAHB hasnamed EarthCraft House the National Green BuildingProgram of the Year in 2004 and again in 2008. Visitwww.earthcrafthouse.com for more information.

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS SET PROFESSIONAL BUILDERS AND REMODELERS APART

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HBA REMODELERS Member Designations

Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association members believe and affirm that: home ownership can and should be withinthe reach of every American family; American homes should be well designed, well constructed and well located in attrac-tive communities with educational, recreational, religious and shopping facilities accessible to all; and American homesshould be built under the free enterprise system. To achieve these goals, we pledge allegiance to the following principlesand policies: our paramount responsibility is to our customer, our community and our country; honesty is our guiding busi-ness policy; high standards of health, safety and sanitation shall be built into every home; members shall deal fairly withtheir respective employees, trade contractors and suppliers; as members of a progressive industry, we encourage researchto develop new materials, new building techniques and improved methods of home financing to the end that every homepurchaser may get the greatest possible value for every dollar; all sound legislative proposals affecting our industry and thepeople we serve shall have our informed and vigorous support; we hold inviolate the free enterprise system and theAmerican way of life; we pledge our support to our associates, our local, state and national associations and all relatedindustries concerned with the preservation of legitimate rights and freedoms. We assume these responsibilities freely andsolemnly, mindful that they are part of our obligation as a Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association member company.

CODE OF ETHICSMembers of the Greater Atlanta HBA are committed to an established Code of Ethics. It reads:

AVALAN HOMES, LLC .........................................................770-393-9248Richard Dunkerley, CPHBBENEDICT HOMES INC......................................................770-431-0231William Benedict, CGPCABINET DISTRIBUTORS OF GEORGIA, INC. ......................404-361-5200 Todd Whiddon, CGP, CAPSCALHOUN PROPERTIES, INC. ............................................770-952-9090Lawson Calhoun, CGP, CPHB, ECHCONCEPT CREATORS ........................................................770-469-7299Al Capogrossi, CGR, CGP, CAPSCRUICKSHANK REMODELING.............................................404-235-0988Brad Cruickshank, ECHFORTENBERRY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC..................770-222-3215Christine Fortenberry, CGP, CAPS, CPHBGLENN SIMS REMODELING CO. .........................................770-953-5959Glenn Sims, ECHHAMMERTIME CONSTRUCTION, INC. .................................404-525-3332Ali Herriot, ECHHANDCRAFTED HOMES, INC. .............................................770-642-1010Judy Mozen, CGP, CPHB, ECHHARBOUR TOWNE CONSTRUCTION, INC. ...........................770-455-1930Tom Dwyer, ECHHARCREST HOMES, LLC ....................................................770-831-6670Danny Childress, CPHBHOLLAND RENOVATION & RESTORATION, LLC ....................404-557-9492William Holland, ECHHOMES BY BRUMBY, LLC ..................................................678-619-9662Duvall Brumby, CPHBHOMES BY BRUMBY, LLC ..................................................770-619-9662Carolyn Moore, CPHBTHE HOME SERVICE STORE, INC. ......................................770-261-7114Andrew Remm, CAPS, CGA J. WERHO & ASSOCIATES, INC. .........................................770-477-8983Jeffrey Werho, CAPS

JOHN WESLEY HAMMER CONSTRUCTION CO. INC. .............404-378-3885Wesley Stone, ECHJOHN WILLIS HOMES, INC.................................................770-623-1496John Willis, CPHB, ECHKATHLEEN DAY & ASSOCIATES ..........................................770-446-1500Rob Wagner, CPHB, ECHONEIDA BUILDERS INC. ....................................................770-396-1002Rocco Sinisgalli, CGP, CGR, ECHPACES CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC.......................................404-841-8841John Beach, CGP, ECHPANTHEON PROPERTIES, LLC ...........................................404-538-5511Tracey Rutherford, ECHPROFESSIONAL INTERIORS INC. .......................................404-379-9660Cayenne Barnes, ECHRENEWAL DESIGN BUILD ..................................................404-378-6962Peter Michelson, ECHREVIVAL CONSTRUCTION, INC...........................................404-888-9886Wright Marshall, CGRRLS CONSTRUCTION, INC. ................................................404-846-9600Rich Sokolowski, ECHSPECIALTY BUILDERS REMODELING, LLC..........................770-496-0635Richard Hoffman, CAPSTCB - THE CUSTOM BUILDER ............................................404-233-2530Patricia Byce, CPHBTOM MURDOCK CUSTOM BUILDERS, INC. ..........................770-296-0225Tom Murdock, CGRTUSCANY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC...................................770-945-1987Nick Mastrogiovanni, CPHBWATERFORD HOMES, INC..................................................770-448-2175David Clough, CPHB, ECHWICKSTEADWORKS ...........................................................404-315-1995Frank Wickstead, CGP, CGR, CAPS, ECHWINDOM CONSTRUCTION CO. INC.....................................404-622-7171Robert Windom, CGPWINDSONG PROPERTIES, LLC...........................................770-516-3409Steve Romeyn, CPHB, ECH

If you are considering a remodelingproject with an eye toward makingyour home more energy efficient,

there has never been a better time.Right now, the purchase of many ener-gy-efficient products or renewable ener-gy systems may qualify for a federal taxcredit. You’ll not only capture the long-term energy savings of these products,but there is an immediate tax benefit.

TAX CREDIT DETAILSHome owners may qualify for tax creditsup to $1,500 (in most cases) for homeimprovements made between Jan. 1,2009, and Dec. 31, 2010. Whether youare building a new home or remodelingan existing one, there are ways to takeadvantage of this tax credit.

For existing homes, tax credits areavailable at 30 percent of the cost, up to

$1,500, in 2009 and 2010 for windowsand doors, insulation, roofs, HVAC sys-tems, water heater (non-solar) and bio-mass stoves. For existing and newhomes, tax credits are available at 30percent of the cost, with NO upper limitthrough 2016 for geothermal heatpumps, solar panels, solar water heaters,small wind energy systems and fuel cells.

To qualify for the credit, the homeimprovements must be:• installed and in use some

time between Jan.1, 2009 and Dec. 31, 2010

• in use in the taxpayer’s principal residence, except for geothermalheat pumps, solar water heaters,solar panels and small wind energysystems where second homes qualify

• certified through a ManufacturerCertification Statement

Home owners should save all pur-chase receipts and ManufacturerCertification Statements, as well asrecord all installation dates. For moreinformation on how to qualify for andapply for these tax credits, visitwww.energystar.gov/taxcredits.

WINDOWS AND DOORSEnergy-efficient windows can greatlyreduce your home’s energy costs. Inaddition, new windows provide comfort,style, and improved property value aswell. To be eligible for the tax credit,windows must be rated, certified andlabeled for both U-Factor and SolarHeat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) in accor-dance with the procedures of theNational Fenestration Rating Council.Qualifying windows must have a U-fac-tor less than 0.30 and a SHGC less than

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Pella Impervia windows and patiodoors combine beauty and durability tobe virtually impervious to all weatherconditions. Made of Pella’s patentedfiberglass composite called Duracast,most Pella Impervia products with low-Einsulating glass and SunDefense insulat-ing glass meet or exceed ENERGY STARguidelines and qualify for the tax credit.

(Editor’s Note: For the third consecu-tive year, the Pella Corporation hasearned the 2009 ENERGY STARSustained Excellence Partner of the YearAward for their commitment to manu-facturing energy-efficient products andeducating consumers about them.)

Marvin Windows & Doors offersmore products that qualify for the$1,500 energy efficiency tax creditthan any other manufacturer. Key toits offerings are a variety of energy-efficient glass options, including aLow E II double metallic coating onthe inside glass surface to reflect orabsorb the sun's warmth and reducedamaging UV rays and a LoE3-366®

Glass that features three metallic lay-ers of silver on the glass, which rejectssolar heat and features a lower SolarHeat Gain Coefficient than Low E II.This product is recommended forwarm climates where cooling costs arehigh and for areas where intense sunexposure is an issue.

HVACSelecting the right heating, ventilationand air conditioning (HVAC) system foryour home can have a significantimpact on your energy bill. In fact, theHVAC system may account for as muchas 50 percent of your home’s total ener-gy cost. A qualified HVAC contractorsuch as the companies listed in thispublication can help you select andinstall the optimum HVAC system foryour home. For example, Shumate AirConditioning and Heating in Atlanta,can help you select and install the optimum HVAC system for your home.

In addition, a wide variety of HVACcomponents and systems qualify for theexisting tax credit.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONERS AND AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPSCentral air conditioning, commonlyreferred to as “central air,” is an airconditioning system that uses ducts todistribute cooled and/or dehumidifiedair to more than one room. Heat pumpsoffer an energy-efficient alternative tofurnaces and air conditioners in moder-ate climates. During the heating sea-son, heat pumps move heat from thecool outdoors into your warm house;during the cooling season, heat pumpsmove heat from your cool house into thewarm outdoors.

Look for models that offer a high levelof energy efficiency, denoted throughtheir SEER (Seasonal Energy EfficiencyRatio) and EER (Energy EfficiencyRatio) numbers. The SEER and EERnumbers necessary for a central air con-ditioner or heat pump to qualify for thecurrent tax credits vary depending onwhether the product is part of a splitsystem or packaged system.

The Infinity air conditioner by Carrierprovides an extremely high level ofenergy efficiency. With up to 21 SEER(Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) and up to 14.5 EER (Energy Efficiency

Ratio), the Infinity air conditioner isENERGY STAR® certified. This productfeatures the WeatherArmor Ultra™ pro-tection system, enabling it to withstandthe elements. And operating with theSilencer System II™ noise reductionsystem, the Infinity air conditioner is asquiet as it is efficient. A copperMicrotube™ coil transfers heat outsideto help maximize indoor cooling, andthe Infinity electronic control boardallows the homeowner precise control ofthe two-stage operation, working direct-ly with the Infinity Control thermostat.

The Infinity heat pump by Carrier is anultra-efficient unit with up to 19 SEER,far above the industry minimum of 13SEER. This high rating ensures con-sumers they are purchasing one of themost efficient heat pumps offered. TheInfinity heat pump features two-stageoperation and IdealHumidity™ technolo-gy. This innovative humidity manage-ment function enables homeowners tomaintain ideal comfort in their home.

The SEER and EER necessary for acentral air conditioner or heat pump toqualify for the current tax credits varydepending on whether the product is partof a split system or packaged system.

A split system central air conditionerhas three components: an outdoor metalcabinet that contains the condenser andcompressor; an indoor cabinet that con-

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tains the evaporator coil; and an air han-dler that sends the cool air through theduct system. If your home already has afurnace but no air conditioner, a splitsystem is the most economical centralair conditioner to install.

A packaged central air conditionerhas the evaporator coil, condenser andcompressor, located in one cabinet,which usually is placed on a roof or ona concrete slab next to the house'sfoundation. Packaged air conditionersoften include electric heating coils or anatural gas furnace. This combinationof air conditioner and central heatereliminates the need for a separate fur-nace indoors.

NATURAL GAS AND PROPANENatural gas or propane furnaces use thecombustion of fuel and air to create heat.To qualify for the tax credit, a gas furnacemust have an AFUE (Annual FuelUtilization Efficiency) of 95 or more.

The G71MPP variable capacity gasfurnace from Lennox is among the mostefficient furnaces available. It usesLennox’s Precise Comfort technology toproduce only the exact amount of air-flow and heat to provide even tempera-tures without over conditioning andwasting energy. By constantly monitor-ing and automatically adjusting fanspeed, heat and airflow, the G71MPPcan modify output from 40 percent ofrated capacity to 100 percent, in incre-ments as small as one percent or morefor precise comfort control.

Other HVAC products that qualify forthe tax credit include:• advanced main air circulating fan• oil furnace• gas, propane or oil hot water heater• Again, products must meet specified

energy efficiency requirements to beeligible for the tax credit, and thecredit includes installation costs.

INSULATIONIn existing homes where HVAC equip-ment and duct work are located in avented attic space, the energy perform-ance of the house can be improved byconverting the vented attic into anunvented attic.

“The temperature in a vented atticcan be well over 100°F in the summer,”says Phil Brown, manufacturer’s repre-sentative for Icynene. “As a result, theHVAC equipment and duct work will beexposed to high temperature andhumidity, which will reduce its operat-ing efficiency, and any duct leakage willbe to the outdoors. “In addition, it’stougher to cool the inside of the homebecause it’s like having an oven on theroof,” he adds.

An unvented attic space is a spacebetween the ceiling joists of the topstory and the roof rafters where an air-impermeable spray insulation likeIcynene is applied directly to theunderside of the structural roof deckand is tied into the insulation locatedin the walls. As a result, the roof sys-tem becomes part of the insulated

building enclosure. This attic spacebecomes indirectly conditioned spaceas a result of air leakage and heattransfer through the uninsulated atticfloor.

“By converting to an unvented atticas part of a remodeling project, the atticwill become an indirectly conditionedspace, which will place the HVACequipment and duct work in lowerhumidity and temperature, typicallywithin 5°F of the living space below. Allduct leaking will now be into condi-tioned space,” Brown explains. “Theend result is a more comfortable indoorenvironment and an HVAC system thatdoesn’t have to work as hard.”

An insulation contractor, likeWoodman Insulation, can apply Icynenespray foam. In a remodeling situation,insulating with Icynene will take a dayor two. The newest Icynene product is LD-R-50, an HFC-free, low-densityspray foam and air barrier that has beenformulated using a high-yield castor oil.Icynene LD-R-50 contains more than 7 percent renewable content in theinsulated foam.

To qualify for the tax credit, insula-tion products must meet 2009International Energy Conservation CodeStandards, and the credit does notinclude installation costs.

Sources for this articleChampion Windows of Atlanta

3700 DeKalb Tech ParkwayAtlanta, GA 30340

770-817-1953

ENERGY STARwww.energystar.gov

Icynene, Inc.Contact: Phil Brown

www.icynene.com

Lennox Indoor Comfort Systemswww.lennox.com

Marvin Windows & Doorswww.marvin.com

Pella Corporationwww.pella.com

Shumate Air Conditioning & Heatingwww.shumatemechanical.com

Woodman Insulationwww.woodmaninsulation.com

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Sometimes we allow forces outsideus to dictate our decisions, plansand actions. This has never been as

true as it has been in this current eco-nomic climate. Rather than lamentingthe lemon that life or the economy hasthrown at you, look at how you canmake lemonade.

There are a lot of reasons to do thathome improvement project now, espe-cially if you choose an AtlantaRemodelers Council member of theGreater Atlanta Home BuildersAssociation as your contractor. Now thatthe economy is slower and there are lesspeople doing work, it may be easier toschedule your dream project. Andprices will go up—so do it now beforethe costs increase.

For those of you who decide to goahead now, you will not only end upwith a home that is worth more in thefuture, but you will have addedmonths and years of enjoyment of yourremodeled home. For those of youwith children, keep in mind that theirchildhood doesn’t last forever, so whynot maximize their time in theirremodeled home?

Look around and ask yourself whatchanges you would like to make so thatyour home will be more enjoyable to youand your family. These changes may

include an upgrade to your landscape, afacelift to the exterior of your house,interior renovations that will add com-fort and fun for you and your family oreven a complete remodel.

Keep in mind the project doesn’thave to be huge to create the effect youneed and want. A professional AtlantaRemodelers Council member can helpyou create that vision, whether it’s alarge remodel, a medium renovation ora simple facelift. Do it now so you canenjoy it sooner.

There are several reasons why it is agood idea to remodel your home.Some of the most common reasonsinclude:• maintenance and repair of a leaky

or deteriorating roof or siding• inefficient windows, doors or

insulation• a growing family that requires

more space• expansion to a two-family home

for parents or children• outdated and inefficient

kitchens and bathrooms• adding a home office• adding new or expanding

existing decks to extend living and entertaining area

• adding or improving a home media center

MAINTAINING YOUR HOMEMaintenance and repair of any home should be addressed promptly.Unfortunately, an economic downturnprevents many people from repairingor replacing items such as roofing,siding, gutters and the like. Homeowners should be careful to maintainand update their investment if theywant to reap the benefits later. A neg-lected or outdated home is a muchtougher sell in any economy and willalways bring bottom dollar to the sell-er. Energy-efficient features, up-to-date kitchens and bathrooms and low-or no-maintenance features willalways attract buyers. Now is definite-ly the time to tackle these projects;there are many great new products onthe market to fit any budget.

According to Richard Hoffman, CR,CAPS of Specialty Builders Remodeling,now is an excellent time to remodel.“With today’s market, many contractorsare not as busy as they would like to beand are offering more competitive pric-ing,” Hoffman says. “They may alsohave a shorter waiting list of projects tostart. Building materials are lower thanthey have been in the past. With taxincentives, home owners can recoup upto $1,500 on energy-saving projects likeinsulated replacement windows.”

Additionally, according to MelinaWilkinson of Oneida Builders, moreand more people are choosing to stayin their current homes rather thanmoving in today’s current economicstate. “We are seeing even in thetough times right now, clients arewanting to improve their homesinstead of moving to a new homebecause they like their lots or schooldistrict so they are adding living spaceby doing an addition or finishing thebasement or renovating to an openfloor plan to increase the size of theirkitchen,” Wilkinson said. “We are alsofinding that we have more time to giveour clients better customer service, sothey don’t mind paying for it.”

SAVING ENERGY SAVES MONEYAccording to Pella Windows andDoors, replacing old windows can sig-nificantly decrease heat and energy

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bills, especially during the winter andsummer months. Additionally, if youreplace your home’s old windows anddoors before Dec. 31, 2010, withselect energy-efficient windows anddoors, you may qualify for a tax cred-it of up to $1,500 on your 2009and/or 2010 federal income taxreturn. The American Recovery andReinvestment Act of 2009 allows forhome owners to receive a tax credit ofup to 30 percent of the cost for qual-ifying energy-efficient upgrades, to amaximum of $1,500.

An energy-efficient home savesmoney every day. Replacing windows,doors, siding, insulation and mechani-cal systems will save the home owner inthe long run. Examples of how this cansave you money include:

Old kitchens and bathrooms waste atremendous amount of water every day.This costs the home owner money andadds undue stress on a resource that isquickly being depleted.

Inefficient appliances and old wiringalso drain a home owner’s pocket whileincreasing their carbon footprint.

Installing solar and photovoltaic sys-tems helps both the home owner’spocket and the environment.

Some building materials and appli-ance manufacturers are also offeringrebates on purchases of their prod-ucts for energy-efficient upgrades tohomes.

BEYOND THE DOORSAnd don’t forget the space just outsideyour front and back doors. It is always agood time to begin a landscape project.Landscaping companies work withhome owners year round to ensure theyget the most from their property.

Typically, plants respond to trans-planting better in the Fall or Spring dueto the cooler weather, rather than thehotter months of July and August. Whencompanies are hired to do Summerplanting, clients are advised to keep to arigorous watering schedule, and a Fallor Spring planting can somewhat easethis. During the Fall and into the Wintermonths, crews begin to slow down.When warmer weather arrives, their cal-endars begin to fill up immediately. Alandscaper’s busiest time is usually fromMemorial Day to Labor Day.

The Spring and Fall are a great timefor home owners to make landscapeimprovements, as they know whatworked for them in the past seasons andwhat didn't. Also, designers begin tohave more availability, so starting adesign in the Fall or Spring allows you tohave more scheduling options for designand installation. Then you can get ontotheir calendar for early Spring or Fallthe next year, getting a jump on yourenjoyment of a well maintained yard.

Additionally, in terms of masonry, aslong as the ground is not frozen, crewstypically work well into Winter.

REAPING THE BENEFITSProfessionally landscaped homes tra-ditionally receive about a 10 percentto 15 percent increase in their resalevalue. Given the tightening of beltsby home buyers, a professionallylandscaped home, with outdoor light-ing and irrigation, can help you sellyour home faster, attracting a moresavvy buyer looking for these upscaleamenities.

Even if you are not selling your home,the beauty of a professionally land-scaped yard cannot be understated. Awell designed yard adds to your fami-ly's enjoyment by fitting your needs toyour property and not the other wayaround.

Sources for this articleOneida Builders Inc.

Contact: Melina Wilkinson1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway, #130

Dunwoody, GA 30338770-396-1002

Pella Window and Door Company of GA4772 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Suite 300

Atlanta GA 30338678-300-0094

Specialty Builders Remodeling, LLCContact: Richard Hoffman, CR, CAPS

2582 Lake Capri DriveConyers, GA 30012

770-496-0635

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There are a lot of companies

that offer so-called “bargains.”

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O n Nov. 7, 2009, the Sales andMarketing Council, in conjunction with the Greater Atlanta Home Builders

Association, presented the 29th Annual OBIEAwards. The OBIE Awards, which began in1980, have grown throughout the years to now feature more than 100 building, remodeling, marketing and personal achievement categories inwhich to enter. Each year, the categories changeto reflect new and growing aspects of this industry.In 2009, the OBIE Awards Committee was excited to implement Green Building Awards, aswell as add options to the e-marketing categoriesavailable. The OBIE Awards are the highest honorgiven to companies in the Atlanta housing industry.Winners not only gain industry recognition butattract promotional opportunities. The SMCAwards Committee recruited numerous volunteersto help sort and prepare the entries, which werejudged by judges brought in from all over thecountry. The Sales and Marketing Council and the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association are proud to recognize the outstanding companiesthat are recipients of the 2009 OBIE Awards.

GREATER ATLANTA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 2009 OBIE AWARDS

16 Remodel Atlanta Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the OBIE Awards.

Remodel Atlanta 17Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the OBIE Awards.

G R E A T E R A T L A N T A H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T I O N 2 0 0 9 O B I E A W A R D SG R E A T E R A T L A N T A H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T I O N 2 0 0 9 O B I E A W A R D S

KITCHEN UNDER $75,000

GOLDCompany: Grady Design &

Development, LLCContact: Bill GradyPhone: 678-644-8931www.bgrady.com

KITCHEN UNDER $75,000

SILVER Company: Intown Renovations Group

Contact: Barry WrightPhone: 404-806-1494

www.intownrenovations.com

KITCHEN OVER $75,000

GOLDCompany: SunDog Renovations LLCContact: Kathy TonnerPhone: 404-625-9995www.sundoggroup.com

KITCHEN OVER $75,000

SILVERCompany: Grady Design &

Development, LLCContact: Bill Grady

Phone: 678-644-8931www.bgrady.com

18 Remodel Atlanta Visit www.atlantahomebuilders.com to find more about the OBIE Awards.

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BATHROOM

GOLDCompany: Intown Renovations GroupContact: Barry WrightPhone: 404-806-1494www.intownrenovations.com

BATHROOM

SILVERCompany: Pine Creek Construction, LLC

Contact: Marc CaputoPhone: 770-231-7468

ADDITION

GOLD (TIE)Company: Cardinal Construction, Inc.Contact: Charlie HipplePhone: 770-814-7331www.cardinalatlanta.com

ADDITION

GOLD (TIE)Company: Handcrafted Homes, Inc.

Contact: Judy MozenPhone: 770-642-1010

www.handcraftedhomes-inc.com

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ADDITION

SILVERCompany: Cardinal Construction, Inc.Contact: Charlie HipplePhone: 770-814-7331www.cardinalatlanta.com

WHOLE HOUSE RENOVATION UNDER $250,000

GOLDCompany: Pantheon Properties LLC

Contact: Tracey RutherfordPhone: 404-538-5511

WHOLE HOUSE RENOVATION UNDER $250,000

SILVERCompany: Summers and Sons

Development Co.Contact: Fred SummersPhone: 770-934-2700www.summer-sons.com

WHOLE HOUSE RENOVATION $250,000 TO $500,000

GOLDCompany: Pantheon Properties LLC

Contact: Tracey RutherfordPhone: 404-538-5511

G R E A T E R A T L A N T A H O M E B U I L D E R S A S S O C I A T I O N 2 0 0 9 O B I E A W A R D S

WHOLE HOUSE RENOVATION $250,000 TO $500,000

SILVERCompany: Intown Renovations GroupContact: Barry WrightPhone: 404-806-1494www.intownrenovations.com

WHOLE HOUSE RENOVATION OVER $500,000

SILVERCompany: Holland Renovation

and Restoration LLCContact: William Holland

Phone: 404-557-9492www.hollandrenovation.com

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When Nancy Bour purchased her1970s split level, three bed-room, two bath home back in

1983, she knew that eventually she’dwant to remodel several areas of thehome’s interior.

“It just was outdated, and it neededquite a bit of renovation,” explainsBour. Several years ago, she began look-ing into area remodeling companies,and she received a referral—CSIKitchen & Bath Studio in Norcross,GA—from one of her sister’s friendswho had also just recently remodeledher kitchen. After first having herkitchen remodeled, Bour decided totackle her home’s upstairs bathrooms,as well as the master bedroom.

ORIGINAL MASTER BATH RECONFIGUREDHer original master bathroom had uglywallpaper that was very dark. She alsowanted more closet space, and shewanted to open things up a bit andbring more light into the area. “Theoriginal master suite wasn’t built likemaster suites are built today. I wantedto update it and make severalchanges,” Bour said.

The original bathroom had a show-er/bathtub combination. “I’m not reallyinto taking baths, so I decided to get ridof the idea of having a tub in the mas-ter suite,” Bour explained. “There’s abathtub in the other bathroom; I want-ed a larger, more luxurious shower areain the master suite.”

To accommodate her wishes, the wallbetween the bath and adjoining masterbedroom was moved about 12 inchesinto the bedroom. By “bumping out” theroom, this allowed space to lengthen thevanity by relocating the toilet. It alsocreated a corner to make a large showerwith an angled glass door by MattPrewett of H2H Installed Solutions.

The key to the design was using triplesliding opaque glass doors between thebedroom and bathroom, as well as theopposite bedroom wall, which housesthe closet. The results create the illu-sion of a much larger space. The doorscame from Germany and they are veryeasy to move back and forth.

Contemporary frameless cabinetrywas chosen in keeping with the elegant

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design, and they contain plenty of storage with two banks ofdrawers, a sink base and a narrow angled pullout with shelvesnext to the sink.

This pullout echoes the angle of the shower door. The van-ity surface is a travertine countertop with an under-mountedlavatory. A low-flow toilet with a self-closing lid was chosenfor its simple, easy-to-clean-around shape. A frameless mir-ror behind the wall has contemporary sconces mounted to it,and a magnifying mirror is set on the wall for convenience.

The focal point of the master bathroom is the tile. “Afterlooking at many different tiles, I decided to go with a silvertravertine. I really liked it and it turned out beautiful,” Boursaid. The floor and shower is also completely covered withtravertine tile chosen for its aesthetic appeal. The shower fea-tures a luxurious combination of shower options from thehand-held showerhead to the body massager to the rain show-er in the ceiling. There is even a seat and a niche for toiletriestucked on the vanity side.

Additionally, they used matching floating shelving in themaster suite, and it makes the rooms flow nicely together,Bour said.

FROM START TO FINISHThe project took about 10 weeks to complete. Bour said thatthere were no real surprises, and they stayed on schedule. “I am very happy with the work CSI Kitchen & Bath Studiodid. They stand by their work.”

Sources for this articleH2H Installed Solutions

Contact: Matt Prewett940 Sherwin Parkway, Suite 100

Buford, GA 30518678-482-9686

www.h2hinstall.com

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This charming Buckhead home builtin the 1930s was completely reno-vated by Paces Construction, of

Atlanta, to the latest energy and technol-ogy standards for today’s modernlifestyles. “This home had many greatfeatures and a real sense of place notfound in new construction, but also somedisadvantages of older homes”, saidPaces Construction Partner John Beach.

The location was perfect—a desirablestreet of quiet, tree shaded homes abouttwo blocks from the Georgia governor’smansion in Buckhead, but with little dailytraffic. The public rooms—entry, living,and dining rooms—were oversized forentertaining with high ceilings and fea-tures like custom parquet flooring, a mar-ble fireplace, and arched inset bookcas-es. These rooms even had hand “cast-in-place” plaster moldings as part of the fineperiod workmanship. The house also had

solid granite block foundations about 20"thick and heavy lumber framing from anearlier homebuilding era.

HOUSE NEEDED UPDATING“What the home did not have was a gen-erous kitchen/ family living space or need-ed bedrooms and baths,” said AtlantaArchitect Norris Broyles. The three-bed-room house was in an area of large, mil-lion dollar homes especially desirable forthe many great schools nearby.

The house had no insulation in the oldwalls or windows, outdated mechanicalsystems, and a dinosaur of a commercialHVAC system. Because of these limita-tions and the location, it might have beenconsidered ripe for a new McMansion.Paces Partners John Beach and RichardEverett both grew up in Buckhead, andhate to see these graceful, older homestorn down. “Demolishing a house like this

is the least sustainable thing builders cando—basically putting 30 or more largedumpsters into our landfills and thenusing more natural resources to rebuildsomething very similar. It doesn’t makegood environmental sense,” says Beach.

COMPANY IS AN EARTHCRAFT RENOVATORPaces Construction is an EarthCraft ren-ovator—a joint program of the GreaterAtlanta Homebuilders Association andSouthface Energy Institute. EarthCrafttrains builders on eco-friendly construc-tion practices, including energy effi-ciency, indoor air quality, durability,water conservation, and waste reduc-tion. The EarthCraft technical advisorsreview construction plans and makerecommendations using a renovationworksheet, test, and then certify greenconstruction projects based on featuresand a points system.

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When Paces got ready to renovate thishouse, they called Southface to test thehome and review plans for the remodel.Southface installed a computerized testdevice in the house, using a special tem-porary blower door to pressurize thehouse and test for air leakage. Aftersealing the HVAC vents and closing alldoors and windows, their blowers couldcreate no positive pressure in the house,meaning hot and cold air could movefreely through numerous leaks in thewalls, floors, and ceilings. Not good.

Even more surprising were the sameresults when they tested the ductworkand furnace system and found theycouldn’t pressurize these either. Butthey were still amazed when theyclimbed into the attic and saw an olderindustrial heat pump, something they’dnever seen before in a home. Southfacereviewed the plans architects NorrisBroyles and Candace Carlson developed,recommended starting over with theHVAC systems, and made suggestionson how to build out the project whilekeeping it environmentally friendly.

ADDING A SECOND FLOORThat solid granite foundation was one keyto the renovation plans, since an engineersaid they could support an additionalstory. “Rather than expand the home fur-ther on the ground, the most effectivesolution was to add a second floor over-laying the footprint of the first; this easilyadded three additional bedrooms andbaths, with laundry and storage upstairswhile also bringing more natural light intothe dark core of the house via stairwellskylights, says Architect Broyles, who alsogrew up nearby. Paces added the secondstory (Beach calls this type of job a “pop-top”) and reconfigured about half theground floor space. In addition to remod-

eling the existing baths, they added apowder room, combined three rooms tocreate a new, larger kitchen, and updatedfamily, den, and sunrooms. Now thehouse includes six bedrooms and six andone-half bathrooms, sunroom, study, andopen family room with designer kitchen.Even with the addition of more than2,000 square feet the house façade stillcomfortably fits the lot and retains itscharm by using front dormer windows witha drop roof. New mahogany French doors,cedar shingles, and a lattice-work entrycomplete the sophisticated exterior look.

But much of what makes this house sospecial is not readily visible. The planscalled for modifying many of the exteriorwalls with new windows and doors, andPaces used insulated, low-e, argon gasfilled windows to save energy and elimi-nate hot and cold interior areas.

They also hired Woodman Insulation tospray coat exterior walls and the newupstairs roof with Icynene expanding foaminsulation, encasing the home like a cool-er to keep conditioned air inside. Icyneneprovides much better thermal insulation

within a wall than fiberglass, and seals allthe air leaks: it also tightens up the houseand makes it amazingly quiet. Becausethe roof is completely insulated, not theattic floor, there are no soffit or ridge ven-tilation openings, and standing in the atticin August or January is comfortable.

HOUSE NOW USES HALF THE ENERGYThree extra high-performance HVACunits were carefully sized using Manual-J worksheets to make sure they run longenough to manage humidity, since so lit-tle heating and cooling time is needed.Along with its Energy Star appliances,the house uses less than half the energyof similar sized older houses nearby.Paces also installed a smart homeadvanced wiring distribution system tohandle phone, video, and computer con-nections throughout the home.

For water savings Dianna Prescher ofEuropean Sink (Atlanta) supplied newlow-flow showerheads, fixtures andhigh-efficiency 1.2 gpf Toto toiletsmade here in Georgia. Where productsare made can be important to the envi-

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A blower door was used to pressurize the house. The inability to create positive pressure in the home

indicated leaks in the walls, floors and ceilings.

ronment, since shipping building prod-ucts across the country and world is anenvironmental factor through extratransportation energy usage and pollu-tion. And while the home has a sprin-kler system, it is needed less since thegrass was removed and primarily nativeplants and ground covers were installed,also requiring less maintenance. JeffReed of Diversified Cabinet Distributorssupplied cabinets from Shiloh, an ESP(Environmental Stewardship Program)member. Other eco-friendly but hard-to-see features include natural carpets,lower VOC latex paints, and water-basedfloor coatings that emit fewer air quali-ty pollutants. Also not visible was Pacesefforts to recycle jobsite materials, suchas donating removed plumbing andlight fixtures to Habitat’s ReStore, recy-cling appliances, and giving items likecabinets to subcontractors.

They also saved and reused framinglumber where possible, cutting old beamsfor reuse as new wall supports, for exam-ple. Between 30 percent and 40 percent

of our landfill volume is now constructiondebris, so every bit recycled helps. Simplejobsite items like plastic water bottles anddrinks cans were recycled, and severalcarpenters on the job carpooled togetherfrom their homes north of Atlanta.

A REMARKABLE DIFFERENCESo how did the project rate? The finaltesting showed a remarkable difference,even with the large addition of anotherfloor the house proved very tight. PacesConstruction scored about twice asmany points as needed to meetEarthCraft certification requirements.

They did not count points for someextravagant features, such as the secondEnergy Star dishwasher in the kitchen orhis and hers low-flow shower heads inthe master bath double shower. Pacesalso didn’t use technologies without anobvious cost advantage in this remodel,shying away from high-profile solar pan-els and geothermal technologies.

It’s a home for everyday living withhigh-end systems to provide a healthy,

comfortable environment, not just anexercise in sustainability. “This is anoutstanding example of a quality, ener-gy-efficient remodeling and additionproject on an historic home,” said John Kane, EarthCraft House TechnicalAdvisor.

Everett and Beach are pleased withthe results, especially since most ofPaces Construction’s work is in theseolder neighborhoods filled with similarhomes. “We grew up and now raise ourfamilies in these neighborhoods, andoften know the houses and neighbors,”says Beach. “It’s gratifying to see thesegraceful, older homes that have servedgenerations of Atlantans ready to han-dle another century in Buckhead style.”

Sources for This article:Paces Construction Company

Partners: John Beach and Richard Everett3325 Paces Ferry Road

Atlanta, GA 30327404-841-8841

www.pacesconstruction.com

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ICYNENE SPRAY FOAM HELPS AIR LEAKAGE AND INSULATION

In Atlanta, one of the area’s top insulation contractors, Woodman Insulation,suggests looking into Icynene® spray foam. Icynene has been used to createunvented attics in such high profile renovation projects as the 2005 EarthCraft

Remodeling showcase home, 2006 Southern Building Show Renew Showcaseproject, and the 2009 Southern Building Show EarthCraft renovation.

Used in this project, John Beach said Icynene was chosen because it could solvethe air leakage and insulation challenges of this job, using a single product.“Technically, this older house had really leaky diagonal 1x6 slat exterior sheathing(remember the blower door test referenced in article), and the labor and materialcosts to caulk every seam on the whole house would have been higher than tear-ing off the sheathing and replacing with OSB, also not very sustainable,” John said.“By spraying Icynene inside the existing exterior walls, we created a great air andvapor seal as part of the insulation process in a single pass that really tightened upthe house, and provided higher R factors than traditional fiberglass insulation. Forthis project Icynene turned out to be one of the lower-cost solutions.”

One of the company’s most recent product innovations is ICYNENE LD-R-50™,an HFC-free, low-density spray foam and air barrier product that has been formu-lated using a high-yield castor oil. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ contains over 7 percentrenewable content in the installed foam. This exceeds USDA Bio-Preferred andICC-SAVE requirements for a rapidly renewable product. ICYNENE LD-R-50™ isCHPS E.Q. 2.2/Section 01350 Compliant and meets low emitting material require-ments for use in schools and residential buildings. It was recently listed as anNAHB Green-Approved product and is the only insulation product that contributes53 Maximum Possible Points toward the NAHB Green Standard.

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RESIDENTIAL RESTORATION FOR A SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT

Designed by architect Henri Jova,Diane and Gary Bush's modern fourbedroom, three-and-a-half bath-

room home sets on a private road in alovely Atlanta neighborhood. Initiallyattracted to the house by the amazingview of the Chattahoochee River, thecouple set about reclaiming the land-scaping one section at a time after theypurchased their home in 2004. Oncethat was accomplished, they recruitedAtlanta-based MOSAIC Group Architectsand Remodelers to fill in a space in thearchitecture that seemed open.

Living in Buckhead, this family prizedtheir unique, woodsy setting along theChattahoochee River. With so manywonderful views, they wanted to create

an outdoor living room that wasscreened in from annoying mosquitoesbut took advantage of the sweepingriver views and tree-top setting.

The new porch needed to blend withthe home on all levels. Creating adesign that blended with the structure’scontemporary architecture was key tomaintaining the home's integrity.

“What makes this project special ishow the porch complements the houseproportionally and from a materials per-spective,” says Rick Goldstein, co-owner of MOSAIC Group. “The homedidn't take advantage of the lot before.The new porch overlooks the L-shapesection of the lot that looks out towardthe river.”

REFERRAL BUSINESSThe home owners interviewed four com-panies as part of the design/buildprocess. MOSAIC's Outdoor LivingDivision was referred to the Bushes by alocal landscaping company that hadpreviously done work for the couple.

“Rick saw the same thing I did,” saysGary. “We wanted something that wasset aside from the house that not onlyfit into the architecture but also fit inwith the ‘tree house, back-to-nature’look. We liked the first [design] somuch, we didn't look at any other.”

Adds Goldstein, “I understood whatGary was looking for and could interpretit for him. The design process flowedtogether really easy for me. Sometimesyou're faced with something difficult,and you wrestle with it and never get it,or sometimes inspiration just happens.This is one of the times I saw it and itcame together. Everybody loved it.”

KEEPING THE NATURAL VIEWThe goal was to add a new screened-inporch to the back of the existing home.An important consideration was toincorporate the new porch into a similarstyle of the home and position it to takeadvantage of the tree-filled area andriver views.

The enclosed area is built off the mainliving level of the house. With theChattahoochee River just steps away, themagnificent views needed to be cap-tured. By positioning the new addition onthe back side of the garage, an unusedand dead space, the sweeping river viewsare framed by the new structure.

The grade of the back side of theproperty was very steep and needed tobe addressed. “It was difficult toaccess the area for transporting materi-als and constructing the porch becauseit was fairly high off the ground,”Goldstein explains.

The existing home’s roof lines posedthe most difficult challenge. Due to thecontemporary style and the multiple

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angles and levels, finding the right solu-tion was key to creating a seamless andintegrated screened porch.

The final screened porch is approxi-mately 20 square feet and features aTigerwood (Brazilian hardwood) floor.The tongue and groove pine ceiling hasa natural finish on it. The project alsoincorporated an enlarged open deckarea, transitional staircases and a newcable railing system.

The nearly invisible cable railingsystem lets the view be the star. “Wehad a really interesting Keuka railingcustom fabricated for this project,”adds Goldstein. It’s a metal railingwith stainless steel rails, and the cus-tom balusters are designed to helpmake the railings disappear, allowinga transparent view from the house,deck and porch.

The transitional staircases, which canoften look bulky, are virtually hidden ina nook behind the new structure, mak-ing them nearly invisible and keepingthe focus on the beautiful surroundings.

The home is literally surrounded bywoods and natural fauna, which thehome owners loved and wanted to preserve. Two very important BaldCypress trees were growing extremelyclose to the existing deck; the MOSA-IC Group built the new extended deckright up to their trunks so that Garyand Diane didn't have to lose this rarespecies in Atlanta.

OUTDOOR LIVING ROOMThe finished project is a delightful out-door living room for the family. Theamazing river views are now capturedand framed by a unique structure cus-tom designed to match the existinghome. By utilizing a dead zone behindthe garage, some of the best views ofthe river and trees are now realized.

The new space includes seating anddining areas that make you feel like youare in a tree house. The adjacent deckwas extended and widened to create an

area for a grill and a stainless steelcooler. It also affords a more comfort-able traffic pattern when entertaining.The final screened porch was uniquelydesigned to blend the contemporaryarchitecture of the home and varyingroof lines with the elegant natural sur-roundings. The extended decking creat-ed a better flow for entertaining, andthe nearly invisible cable railing systemlets the view shine.

“The Bushes were great clients and receptive to our ideas,” saysGoldstein. “We think the space turnedout beautifully.”

The final screened porch was uniquelydesigned to blend the contemporary archi-tecture of the home and varying roof lineswith the elegant natural surroundings. The

extended decking created a better flow forentertaining, but the best part of all wasthe client’s reaction to the completed proj-ect. “It’s like it was always meant to belike this,” says Gary. “It wasn’t completebefore, but now it's perfect.”

Source for this articleMOSAIC Group Outdoor Living Division

Contact: Rick Goldstein2358 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 300

Atlanta, GA 30341770-670-6022

Sylvia Small Communications & Marketing LLCContact: Sylvia Small

404-841-8168 Mobile: 404.245.8416

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REMODELERS

AdditionsE. C. Moccia Builders................................404-252-4248J. Werho & Associates ...............................770-477-8983Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841

Aging-In-PlaceJ. Werho & Associates ...............................770-477-8983

Basement RemodelingE. C. Moccia Builders................................404-252-4248Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002Panama Properties Inc. .............................770-977-4674

Bathroom RemodelingHortman & Associates ...............................770-577-1179J. Werho & Associates ...............................770-477-8983Panama Properties Inc. .............................770-977-4674SunDog Renovations, LLC..........................404-625-9995

Cabinets & CountertopsPanama Properties Inc. .............................770-977-4674

Commercial RemodelingSunDog Renovations, LLC..........................404-625-9995

Custom HomesPanama Properties Inc. .............................770-977-4674

Design/BuildE. C. Moccia Builders................................404-252-4248Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002SunDog Renovations, LLC..........................404-625-9995

Duct CleaningParker Young Construction & Firestar ..........770-368-1000

Fire & Water RestorationsParker Young Construction & Firestar ..........770-368-1000

General ContractingJ. Werho & Associates ...............................770-477-8983

Green RemodelingPaces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841

Kitchen RemodelingE. C. Moccia Builders................................404-252-4248Hortman & Associates ...............................770-577-1179Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841Panama Properties Inc. .............................770-977-4674SunDog Renovations, LLC..........................404-625-9995

RemodelerBrunning & Stang .....................................404-266-0723E. C. Moccia Builders................................404-252-4248Hortman & Associates ...............................770-577-1179J. Werho & Associates ...............................770-477-8983PB Construction .......................................404-379-3512Specialty Builders Remodeling LLC ............770-496-0635

Water Damage Repair & ResorationParker Young Construction & Firestar ..........770-368-1000

Whole House RenovationE. C. Moccia Builders................................404-252-4248Hortman & Associates ...............................770-577-1179Oneida Builders Inc. .................................770-396-1002Paces Construction Company, LLC ..............404-841-8841Panama Properties Inc. .............................770-977-4674SunDog Renovations, LLC..........................404-625-9995

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Custom ClosetsHouse 2 Home .........................................678-482-9686

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FireplacesWoodman Insulation .................................770-442-9089

Garage DoorsHouse 2 Home .........................................678-482-9686Woodman Insulation .................................770-442-9089

Garage Storage SystemsHouse 2 Home .........................................678-482-9686

GuttersWoodman Insulation .................................770-442-9089

Home Warranty2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Corp...............800-232-5842

House WrapJames Hardie Building Products .................678-485-0794

InsulationWoodman Insulation .................................770-442-9089

Metal RoofsWoodman Insulation .................................770-442-9089

Patio DoorsChampion Window Company of Atlanta .......770-817-1953

Shower DoorsHouse 2 Home .........................................678-482-9686

SidingJames Hardie Building Products .................678-485-0794

SunroomsChampion Window Company of Atlanta .......770-817-1953

TrimJames Hardie Building Products .................678-485-0794

UtilitiesGeorgia Power Company ............................404-506-1934

WindowsChampion Window Company of Atlanta .......770-817-1953

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Absolute Best Construction, LLC2301 Loganville Highway, Suite BGrayson, GA 30017-7831Contact: Scott DodsonPhone: (770) 995-8288

Absolute Best Construction, LLC2301 Loganville Highway, Suite BGrayson, GA 30017-7831Contact: Jewade FordPhone: (770) 995-8288

Archway Construction Services, Inc.4305 State Bridge Road Suite 103-125Alpharetta, GA 30022Contact: Daniel WiehlPhone: (678) 575-2163

Artisans of Atlanta, Inc.2890 Mountain Breeze RoadMarietta, GA 30064Contact: Douglas Locker, ECHPhone: (404) 377-3350

Assurance Restoration Group3712 Spring StreetAtlanta, GA 30341Contact: David CooperPhone: (678) 758-4817

Atlanta Building CompanyP.O. Box 948Grayson, GA 30017-0018Contact: John SouthwellPhone: (770) 783-0960

Avalan Homes, LLC1612 Withmere WayAtlanta, GA 30338Contact: Richard DunkerleyPhone: (770) 393-9248

Benedict Homes Inc.3012 Wellington Ct SEAtlanta, GA 30339Contact: William BenedictPhone: (770) 431-0231

Bildon Construction, Inc.PO Box 20051Atlanta, GA 30325Contact: Richard FiererPhone: (404) 803-0415

Blake Shaw Homes1859 Duke RoadAtlanta, GA 30341Contact: Blake ShawPhone: (404) 202-9225

Boxwood Homes Group, LLC5400 Laurel Springs Parkway, Suite 701Suwanee, GA 30024Contact: Tim Bell, Jr.Phone: (678) 455-7003

Brunning & Stang Construction Management, Inc3091 Maple Drive, Suite 220Atlanta, GA 30305Contact: Geoffrey D. BrunningPhone: 404-266-0723www.brunningandstang.comBrunning & Stang is an award-winning,design/build company with more than 30 yearsof experience. We offer design and constructionservices ranging from small renovations to totalmakeovers and new construction. Our team ofspecialists will guide you through the process,taking away the burden of complicated selec-tions. Customer satisfaction and attention todetails are the foundation of our company.

Burney Homes, Inc.9650 Red Bird LaneAlpharetta, GA 30022Contact: Barry BurneyPhone: (678) 624-1194

By Hammer & Hand Builders, LLC688 Cresthill Avenue NEAtlanta, GA 30306-3613Contact: Ronald BokinskiePhone: (404) 815-9994

Calhoun Properties, Inc.263 Village ParkwayMarietta, GA 30067Contact: Lawson Calhoun, CGP, CPHB, ECHPhone: (770) 952-9090

Colquitt Construction Inc.3022 Majestic CircleAvondale Estates, GA 30002Contact: Tom ColquittPhone: (770) 498-1602

Concept Creators5262 Poplar Springs RoadStone Mountain, GA 30083Contact: Al Capogrossi, CGR, CAPS, CGPPhone: (770) 469-7299

Cowart Homes, LLCP.O. Box 767910Roswell, GA 30076Contact: Ronald CowartPhone: (770) 641-9379

Cruickshank Remodeling1079 Alco St NEAtlanta, GA 30324Contact: Brad Cruickshank, ECHPhone: (404) 235-0988

Custom Dwellings, Inc.3030 Dara DriveMarietta, GA 30066Contact: Russell IvesPhone: (678) 560-0600

Custom Quality General Contractors, Inc.7450 Morning Dew DriveCumming, GA 30040Contact: Michael ChuntaPhone: (770) 781-8822

Design-Construction by Craftmaster, Inc.195 Chaseland RoadAtlanta, GA 30328Contact: Edward LevinPhone: (404) 252-8560

XAVA `Évv|t BUILDERSE.C. Moccia Builders1140 Churchill Downs RoadAtlanta, GA 30319Contact: Earl C. MocciaPhone: 404-252-4248Cell: 404-644-9565

We are an award-winning design/build firm innorth Atlanta since 1981. From the simplestprojects to whole house renovations, we alwaysfocus on the desires and needs of the home-owner. Our team of skilled and conscientiousworkers ensure that the client is happy andsatisfied beyond expectations.

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PB Construction LLC1816 Fair Oaks PlaceDecatur, GA 30033Contact: Peter BranniganPhone: 404-379-3512www.pbconstruct.com

PB Construction has been providing profes-sional services throughout the Atlanta areasince 2002. Our goal is to provide WorldClass Service at an affordable price. Wehave a team of professionals to completeany project from start to finish. We havebuilt a solid reputation with our clients andvendors by consistently exceeding expecta-tions and guaranteeing our work.

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Etter Construction and Home Services, Inc.4895 Rivercliff TraceLilburn, GA 30047Contact: Michael EtterPhone: (770) 630-2120

Fortenberry Construction Services LLCPO Box 70Powder Springs, GA 30127Contact: Christine Fortenberry, CGB,

CAPS, CPHBPhone: (770) 222-3215

GER Construction Co.4933 Meadow LaneMarietta, GA 30068Contact: Gerald Rand, Jr.Phone: (770) 973-2606

Glenn Sims Remodeling Co.2160 Kingston Court SE, Suite H.Marietta, GA 30067Contact: Glenn Sims, CR, ECHPhone: (770) 953-5959

Grady Design & Development, LLC2001 Kinderton Manor DriveDuluth, GA 30097Contact: Bill GradyPhone: (678) 644-8931

Ground Up Restorations LLCPO Box 301Conyers, GA 30012Contact: Chuck RussellPhone: (770) 826-1188

Hammertime Construction, Inc.534 Eastlake DriveDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Ali Herriot, ECHPhone: (404) 525-3332

Handcrafted Homes, Inc.505 Boulder WayRoswell, GA 30075Contact: Judy Mozen, CGP, CPHB, ECHPhone: (770) 642-1010

Harbour Towne Construction, Inc.3990 Flowers Road, Suite 510-AAtlanta, GA 30360Contact: Tom Dwyer, CR, ECHPhone: (770) 455-1930

Harcrest Homes, LLC 2060 Buford Highway, Suite 106Buford, GA 30518Contact: Danny Childress, CPHBPhone: (770) 831-6670

Hawthorn, Inc.PO Box 8250Atlanta, GA 31106Contact: Steven PrittiePhone: (404) 325-1004

Holland Renovation & Restoration, LLC455 East Paces Ferry Road NE, Suite 330Atlanta, GA 30305Contact: William Holland, ECHPhone: (404) 557-9492

Home ReBuilders, Inc.1629 Monroe DriveAtlanta, GA 30324Contact: William Bartlett, ECHPhone: (404) 876-3000

Homes By Brumby, LLC10405 Old Alabama Road ConnectorSuite 201Alpharetta, GA 30022Phone: (770) 619-9662, ext. 24Fax: (678) 397-0540

Improving Your Biggest Investment A family owned and operated company since1990, Homes by Brumby is dedicated toproviding integrity, value and quality in everyhome renovations project. We are the “onestop shop.” No job is too big or too small.

HORTMAN & HORTMANHortman & Associates, Inc.3121 Big Oak DriveWinston, GA 30187Contact: Richard HortmanPhone: 770-577-1179www.hortmanandassociates.com

We are a full-service remodeler servingNorthside, Cobb, Douglas, Fulton and DeKalb.We have 28 years experience and are happy toprovide references. We provide kitchen andbath remodeling services, as well as wholehouse renovation. We feature quality productsfrom StarMark Cabinetry and offer cabinetdoor replacement services. Call us today tofind out how we can make your home new!

J. Walter Coursey Construction, Inc.3436 Briarcliff Road NEAtlanta, GA 30345Contact: Walter CourseyPhone: (404) 388-5359

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Woodman Insulation Co., Inc.1230 Samples Industrial DriveCumming, Georgia 30041Phone: 770.442.9089Fax: 770.442.9188www.woodmaninsulation.com

We specialize in all types of fiberglass batt and blowninsulation and alternative insulation solutions likewall sprayed cellulose and sprayed foam insulationfor both residential and commercial applications. We also offer several varieties of house wraps, sound-proofing methods, mineral wool and air infiltrationpackages. Our solid reputation and superior customerservice has helped make us one of the premier insulation companies in the Southeast.

J. Werho & Associates, Inc.2923 Emerald DriveJonesboro, GA 30236Contact: Jeffrey A. Werho, CR, CAPSPhone: 770-477-8983jwerho@bellsouth.net

Award winning. Experienced. Customer-orient-ed. Trustworthy. Dependable. Licensed. Wehave served our clients for more than twentyyears with personal, focused attention to ourclients’ wants and needs. It is your home-wewill enhance your life. A better functioningkitchen, a luxurious master bath, a cozy familyroom. Small projects or large, we give the samefocus and attention.

J.V. Page Construction, Inc.P.O. Box 1517Roswell, GA 30077-1517Contact: Victor PagePhone: (770) 403-0188

Jeff Hatala Construction, LLC4144 East Jones Bridge RoadNorcross, GA 30092Contact: Jeff HatalaPhone: (770) 449-9839

John Wesley Hammer Construction Co. Inc.118 Barry StreetDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Wesley Stone, ECHPhone: (404) 378-3885

John Willis Homes, Inc.3763 Rogers Bridge RoadDuluth, GA 30097Contact: John Willis, CPHB, ECHPhone: (770) 623-1496 x3005

Kathleen Day & Associates4725 Peachtree Corners Cir. Suite 300Norcross, GA 30092Contact: Rob Wagner, CPHB, ECHPhone: (770) 446-1500

Kirk’s Home Improvements Inc.3616 Casteel RoadMarietta, GA 30062Contact: Kirk SmithPhone: (770) 565-0489

Kirk’s Home Improvements Inc.3616 Casteel RoadMarietta, GA 30062Contact: Vann HambyPhone: (404) 787-1120

M. Deane Johnson, Inc.3715 Northside Pkwy Bldg 200 Suite 100Atlanta, GA 30327Contact: M. Deane JohnsonPhone: (404) 816-4420

Maloney Remodeling & Design615 South Shore PlaceRoswell, GA 30076Contact: Steve MaloneyPhone: (770) 993-5253

MGM Custom Homes, LLC506 Saddlebrook PlaceCanton, GA 30115Contact: Carl McCainPhone: (678) 493-0024

Moon Bros., Inc.1662 McLendon Avenue NEAtlanta, GA 30307Contact: Karl DeSantos, ECHPhone: (404) 377-6006

Mosaic Outdoor Living2358 Perimeter Park Drive, Suite 300Atlanta, GA 30341Contact: Rick Goldstein, ECHPhone: (770) 455-7712

Oneida Builders Inc.1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway, #130Dunwoody, GA 30338Contact: Melina WilkinsonPhone: 770-396-1002Fax 770-396-1036www.oneidabuilders.net

Oneida Builders is a multi faceted constructionfirm specializing in restoration of residentialproperties. The owner, Rocco Sinisgalli, a mastercraftsman and his team Corporation Director andInterior Designer Melina R. Wilkinson, ProjectManager Bill Lacik, and Estimator Pat Nevitt.Prides there business on the highest qualityworkmanship and personal one to one customerservice. Typical projects include custom homerenovations from kitchen and bath to basementfinishing and complete home additions. Webegin with providing the client a computerizedestimate, a complete design plan, a detailedconstruction agreement, references, certificateof insurance and we offer a company warrantywith every job. We offer a level of commitmentthat is unmatched.

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Oneida Builders Inc.1532 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Suite 130Dunwoody, GA 30338Contact: Rocco Sinisgalli, CGP, ECHPhone: (770) 396-1002

Paces Construction Company3325 Paces Ferry Rd.Atlanta, GA 30327(404) 841-8841 Ph(404) 806-7365 Faxhttp://www.PacesConstruction.comInfo@PacesConstruction.comJohn Beach Jr, PartnerRichard Everett Jr, Partner

Paces Construction Co. is an award winningBuckhead, Sandy Springs, Vinnings, &Brookhaven area remodeler. John Beach andRichard Everett custom build homes and addi-tions, and renovate existing spaces. Paces is anEarthCraft builder, and Remodelers Council andGeorgia Trust member.

Pamela Foster & Associates, Inc.4710 Kitty Hawk PlaceAtlanta, GA 30342Contact: Pamela FosterPhone: (404) 303-0260

Pantheon Properties, LLC1899 Anjaco RoadAtlanta, GA 30309Contact: Tracey Rutherford, ECHPhone: (404) 538-5511

Paragon Construction Inc.1390 Cobb Industrial WayMarietta, GA 30066-6613Contact: Douglas PilcherPhone: (770) 529-1082

Pine Creek Construction, LLCPO Box 3385Suwanee, GA 30024Contact: Marc CaputoPhone: (770) 231-7468

Pinnacle Custom Builders, Inc.123 Jefferson PlaceDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Robert Soens, ECHPhone: (404) 373-7027

Professional Interiors Inc.223 Gibson StreetAtlanta, GA 30316Contact: Cayenne BarnesPhone: (404) 379-9660

Property Masters Inc.1860 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 204Marietta, GA 30066-7839Contact: Scott BerezoPhone: (770) 792-5533

Quality Minded Remodelers, Inc.1022 Swathmore Dr.Atlanta, GA 30327Contact: Scott SizemorePhone: (404) 216-3789

R.L. Hayes, Inc.1150 Alpha Drive, Suite 160Alpharetta, GA 30004Contact: Norman ShaferPhone: (770) 667-1518

Renewal Design Build124 South Columbia Drive, Ste ADecatur, GA 30030Contact: Peter Michelson, ECHPhone: (404) 378-6962 x108

Renovations708 Jett RdWoodstock, GA 30188Contact: Richard EleyPhone: (770) 475-9452

Revival Construction, Inc.1991 Rockledge Road NEAtlanta, GA 30324Contact: Wright Marshall, CGRPhone: (404) 888-9886

Riverbank GroupP.O. Box 71581Marietta, GA 30007Contact: Nelson JonesPhone: (770) 973-6239

RLS Construction, Inc.P.O. Box 550148Atlanta, GA 30355Contact: Rich Sokolowski, ECHPhone: (404) 846-9600

S.C. & M., Inc.3198 Cains Hill Pl NW # 200Atlanta, GA 30305Contact: George CookePhone: (404) 365-7757

Site Modern Corporation209 Marion Place NEAtlanta, GA 30307-2729Contact: Andrew Barber, ECHPhone: (404) 849-5292

Specialty Builders Remodeling, LLC2582 Lake Capri DriveConyers, Georgia 30012Contact: Richard A. Hoffman CR, CAPSPhone: 770-496-0635Fax: 770-484-7769Email: specialtybuilders@earthlink.netWebsite: www.specialty-builders.netSpecialty Builders, an award winning remodel-ing company operating in metro Atlanta since1985, focuses on kitchens, baths, new addi-tions, and whole house remodeling. LicensedResidential Contractor and owner, RichardHoffman a NARI Certified Remodeler (CR) andCertified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) val-ues customer satisfaction and best practicesin remodeling. Design assistance available.

Sterling Works324 West Parkwood RoadDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Philip Trapkin, ECHPhone: (404) 992-4030

Stone Mountain Construction, Inc.6051 Rockbridge RoadStone Mtn, GA 30087Contact: Anthony Long, CGRPhone: (770) 465-9733

SunDog Renovations, LLC5214 Vernon Lake DriveAtlanta, GA 30338Contact: Kathy TonnerPhone: 404-625-9995www.SunDogGroup.comSunDog has over 20 years experience in theDesign & Construction industry. Servicesinclude Residential & Commercial SpacePlanning, Interior Architecture, Interior Design,Construction, Renovation and Consulting. Weare committed to setting and upholding highstandards for quality of life through designexcellence. SunDog possesses the experienceand credentials required for a professionaldesign-build solution.

Sunrise Enviroments, Inc.1084 St. Louis Place NEAtlanta, GA 30306Contact: Betsy BermanPhone: (404) 876-6954

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TCB - The Custom BuilderP.O. Box 190547Atlanta, GA 31119Contact: Patricia BycePhone: (404) 233-2530

Tecton, Inc.651 Dallas Street, Suite AAtlanta, GA 30308Contact: Alan GlicksonPhone: (404) 659-1516

The Construction Company Milton16485 Hopewell RoadAlpharetta, GA 30004Contact: Bryan ElliottPhone: (770) 231-0520

The Excelsior Group, Inc.P.O. Box 191401Atlanta, GA 31119Contact: Will Newton, IIIPhone: (770) 245-6499

The Home Service Store, Inc.1701 Barrett Lakes Blvd., Suite 220Kennesaw, GA 30144Contact: Andrew Remm, CGA, CAPSPhone: (770) 261-7114

The Home Service Store, Inc.1701 Barrett Lakes Blvd., Suite 220Kennesaw, GA 30144Contact: Mike TurnerPhone: (770) 261-7145

Tom Murdock Custom Builders, Inc.2083 Hamilton Mill ParkwayDacula, GA 30019Contact: Tom Murdock, CGRPhone: (770) 296-0225

Tuscany Construction Co., Inc.P.O. Box 2107Buford, GA 30515Contact: Nick MastrogiovanniPhone: (770) 945-1987

Waterford Homes, Inc.5880 Live Oak Pkwy, Suite 180Norcross, GA 30093Contact: David Clough, CPHB, ECHPhone: (770) 448-2175

Wicksteadworks933 Church StreetDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Frank Wickstead, CGR, CAPS,

CGP, ECHPhone: (404) 315-1995

Windom Construction Co. Inc.512 Park AvenueAtlanta, GA 30312Contact: Robert Windom, CGP, ECHPhone: (404) 622-7171

Windsong Properties, LLC120 Colony Center Dr., Suite 300Woodstock, GA 30188Contact: Steve Romeyn, ECHPhone: (770) 516-3409 x102

ASSOCIATES4th Dimension Media, Inc.W298 N1004 St. James WayWaukesha, WI 53188Contact: Kevin FordPhone: (262) 646-6325

Atlas Demolition & Disposal5497 N Main StreetAcworth, GA 30101Contact: Kyle TrippPhone: (678) 762-1088

AVI / Architectural Vision Inc.1873 McFarland PkwyAlpharetta, GA 30005Contact: Peter DiehlPhone: (770) (262) 8776

Braden Fellman Group, Ltd.931 Ponce DeLeon Avenue, NEAtlanta, GA 30306Contact: Preston SnyderPhone: (404) 876-6432

Bridgette Boylan Interiors, Inc.4006 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite #100Norcross, GA 30092Contact: Bridgette BoylanPhone: (770) 447-5800

Bruce Shafer Contractor762 Rockbridge Road NWLilburn, GA 30047Contact: Bruce ShaferPhone: (770) 921-9257

Builder Specialties, LLC6582 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.Norcross, GA 30071Contact: Beth CoetzeePhone: (770) 255-1400 x1417

Cabinet Distributors of Georgia, Inc.5158 Kennedy Road, Suite B-1Forest Park, GA 30297Contact: Todd WhiddonPhone: (404) 361-5200 x308

Cabinet Resources Partners, LLC4189 Capital View DriveSuwanee, GA 30024Contact: Bobby DulinPhone: (770) 932-9910

Carolina Lumber & Supply Co.504 Plaster Avenue NEAtlanta, GA 30324Contact: Merritt HuberPhone: (404) 873-2676

Cofer Brothers Inc.2300 Main StreetTucker, GA 30084Contact: Steve YoungPhone: (770) 938-3200

Construction Resources, Inc.246 Rio CircleDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Mitch HiresPhone: (404) 378-3132

Founders Kitchen and Bath, Inc.1755 Founders ParkwayAlpharetta, GA 30009Contact: Robbie BaronPhone: (770) 752-8118 x500

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H2H Installed Solutions940 Sherwin Parkway, Suite 100Buford, GA 30518Contact: SalesPhone: 678-482-9686www.h2hinstall.com

H2H Installed Solutions and our team of highlyqualified sales and installation staff can makeyour dreams a reality. H2H specializes in after-paint building hardware, the finishing detailsthat make a house into a home. We offer a fullline of Shower Doors, Mirrors, Locks, Door andBath Hardware, Garage Doors and Wood or VinylShutters. It is our desire to help you achieveyour goal and bring your vision to life. H2H,turning your house into a home.

Home Diagnostic Solutions461 Swanson DriveLawrenceville, GA 30049Contact: Mark FairclothPhone: (770) 822-3211

Home Diagnostic SolutionsPO Box 490250Lawrenceville, GA 30049Contact: Will MoyersPhone: (770) 845-4063

Image Doors Inc1170 Tidwell Road, Suite 108Alpharetta, GA 30004Contact: Dennis EasterPhone: (770) 740-9030

Jackson EMCwww.jacksonemc.com1-800-462-3691Jackson EMC’s Right Choice™ HomePerformance with ENERGY STAR® Auditworks to deliver whole-house energy saving to improve comfort and help protect the environment. With a Right Choice HomePerformance with ENERGY STAR® Audityou’ll: Get a detailed energy analysis of yourhome; Increase your day-to-day comfort.;Save money on energy bills; Maximize effi-ciency; Improve air quality; Breathe easier.

Jackson EMC, CorporateP.O. Box 38Jefferson, GA 30549Contact: Amy BryanPhone: (706) 367-6111

Jackson EMC, CorporateP.O. Box 38Jefferson, GA 30549Contact: Ann PiercePhone: (770) 963-6166

James Hardie Building Products938 Pine WayDallas, GA 30157Contact: Josh HerringPhone: (678) 485-0794www.jameshardie.com

James Hardie Building Products manufacturesdurable, low-maintenance, non-combustiblesiding with the beauty and character of woodwithout the maintenance problems. Its propri-etary fiber-cement formulation provides resist-ance to fire, moisture, severe wind, impactdamage and termites. For more information,please visit www.jameshardie.com.

Law Offices of Kevin Veler11770 Haynes Bridge Road, Suite 205-337Alpharetta, GA 30009Contact: Kevin VelerPhone: (770) 752-0990

Lummus Supply Co.1554 Bolton Road NWAtlanta, GA 30331Contact: Don BarnettPhone: (404) 794-1501

Lutron Electronics1765 San Andra DriveMarietta, GA 30062Contact: Jacqueline HeslepPhone: (610) 392-3258

Mayford Beveled Glass Doors & Windows6733 Jones Mill Court, Suite B.Norcross, GA 30092Contact: Skip FordPhone: (770) 446-1196

Metro Home Products1000 Cobb International Blvd, Suite FKennesaw, GA 30152Contact: Tripp WhitePhone: (770) 425-1080

National House Care, Inc.2572 Alvecot Circle SESmyrna, GA 30080Contact: Gary KrajeckiPhone: (404) 838-8311

Peek Design Group3950 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 501Acworth, GA 30101Contact: Dale PeekPhone: (770) 222-4345 x232

Pella Window and Door Company of GA4772 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Suite 300Atlanta, GA 30338-5553Contact: Deborah WoodyPhone: (678) 300-0094

PMC Building Materials, LLC2009 Dorsey RoadMarietta, GA 30066Contact: Doug HelmPhone: (770) 427-9770 x256

Reliance HVAC1694 Hwy 138 NEConyers, GA 30013Contact: Michael BilbreyPhone: (770) 886-1998

Richelieu Hardware3280 Green Point Parkway, Suite 100Norcross, GA 30092Contact: David GunterPhone: (770) 326-9457

Rinnai Corporation103 International DrivePeachtree City, GA 30269Contact: JJ GrimesPhone: (770) 719-1952

Seville Consulting333 Adams StreetDecatur, GA 30030Contact: Carl SevillePhone: (404) 597-7782

Superior Indoor Comfort, Inc.13955 Highway 9 NorthAlpharetta, GA 30004Contact: Carlin HodgesPhone: (770) 664-9098

Sutter, McLellan & Gilbreath1424 North Brown Road, Suite 300Lawrenceville, GA 30043Contact: Herbert Gilbreath, Dawn PoguePhone: (770) 246-8300, (678) 533-2206

The Kitchen Gallery of Stone Mountain1532 Stone Ridge DriveStone Mountain, GA 30083Contact: Charlie RoladerPhone: (770) 938-3508 x30

Traditions in Tile and Stone3065 Trotters ParkwayAlpharetta, GA 30004Contact: Jenny Hammond-KunzePhone: (770) 239-9186

VELUX Skylights2077 Six Branches DrRoswell, GA 30076Contact: Tim BordenPhone: (704) 975-0883 x6503

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With Icynene, the difference is incredible. We love the energy savings,but the best part is how comfortable itis now. We’re no longer stuck livingdownstairs all summer!”

~ Tamra Brown, Alpharetta, GA

With energy costs taking such a huge bite out of the monthly budget, it's little surprise that insulation

and energy efficiency are the top considerations among homeowners who are thinking of remodeling.

ICYNENE® insulates and air-seals your attic space to help minimize drafts and allow your HVAC system

to operate in a more optimal environment, significantly reducing your monthly energy costs. And the

savings don't stop there. Now homeowners can qualify for up to a $1500 federal tax credit due to the

new Economic Stimulus Package.

That’s up to a $1500 federal tax credit that you get to keep in your pocket!

Plus, significant savings in heating and cooling costsevery month just by insulating your attic with ICYNENE®

For even more reasons to love your attic contact:

Woodman Insulation – Spray Divisionyour local Icynene Licensed Dealer at

770.442.9089or visit www.woodmaninsulation.com