Builder articles from November 2001

Builder archives from November 2001

Sudden impact: Fallout from the september terrorist attack may slow the housing industry, but it won't bring it down. (Editor's notes).(Brief Article)(Editorial)
November 1, 2001... THE HOUSING INDUSTRY HAW WEATHERED ALL SORTS OF economic storms in recent years--the dot-com meltdown, a series of interest rate increases two years ago, and negative growth in manufacturing for much of this year. Housing has been the pride of...

Point, counterpoint. (Bmail).
November 1, 2001... I HAVE JUST FINISHED READING, WITH A DEEP SENSE OF BEWIL-derment, your Editor's Notes ("Promises Unfulfilled," September, page 19). You asked, "Why doesn't this industry...have great, widely available software systems?" You certainly didn't...

A bug's life. (Bmail).
November 1, 2001... AFTER READING "BUG BARRIERS" (SEPTEMBER, PAGE 82), I WAS reminded of a building technique that has been increasing in the residential markets but has had little coverage in BUILDER Reportedly, building with insulated concrete forms (ICF) is as...

Mountain out of a Moldhill. (Bmail).
November 1, 2001... How APPROPRIATE THAT THE MOLD SIDEBAR APPEARED IN "Feeding Frenzy" (September, page 140). As a forensic engineer I am well aware that molds are the latest concern for builders and insurance companies, primarily because of the concern of...

Callbacks. (Bmail).
November 1, 2001... WHEN WE RAN A BRIEF NEWS ITEM IN SEPTEMBER ("TOOL Trouble," page 50) reporting that nail gun manufacturers have come under fire from attorneys, we included a photo of a Paslode nail gun. The image, meant to serve as wild art to illustrate the...

Calendar. (Bookit).
November 1, 2001... NOVEMBER 8-10 PROSALES Leadership Conference, Scottsdale, Ariz. Executives from North America's top 400 building companies participate in this invitation-only program. Sponsored by PROSALES magazine, the program combines...

The mod squad: Where is the contemporary design in production housing? (Alternative design).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... IN THE LAST FEW YEARS BUILDERS AND ARCHI-tects have made an effort to vary new-home elevations and colors and reach beyond the beige box, but there's still something missing. What about the consumers who, given the choice of Craftsman,...

Saved lives.(carbon monoxide detectors)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Six years ago, architect Mark Humphreys specified carbon monoxide detectors for multifamily homes with attached garages that he was designing. Though not required. "I felt there could be a danger if someone left their car running in a garage...

Coming to terms. (House blend).(terminology)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... CLICK THROUGH: A Web-related marketing term for a response to an ad or promotion. The term is mostly used as a percentage of impressions that results in a request for information or order of some kind.

Bay watch. (House blend).(Maryland seeks to protect shores from development)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... One of the most contentious battles over waterfront protection is expected this autumn in Maryland. Governor Parris Glendening is pushing for new restrictions on new development along Maryland's coastal bays, including 10-foot buffer zones from...

Double good. (House blend).(ReStore, Masco Foundation)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... ReStore is Habitat for Humanity's home improvement store stocked with donations that would have clogged landfills. Money raised from selling these donated and recycled building materials at 50 percent to 90 percent less than retail, helps fund...

Turning the tide. (House blend).(Center for a New American Dream)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 1, 2001... The nonprofit Center for a New American Dream, in Takoma Park, Md., found that nearly two-thirds of Americans would conserve energy if they knew it had measurable effects. Half would drive 20 fewer miles a week, preventing emission of 87...

Water showdown new: Legislation in california limits home building based on available fresh water supplies. (Limited resources).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... IN MAY, BUILDER DESCRIBED HOW A LACK OF fresh water could threaten future development in areas out west (see "Sprawl Dies of Thirst," page 43), from Los Angeles to Dodge City, Kan. Already, developers like Del Webb have faced close scrutiny...

Down the drain; Best case: The average indoor water consumption for a conserving home totals about 42.5 gallons per day.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 1, 2001... DOWN THE DRAIN: BEST CASE: The average indoor water consumption for a conserving home totals about 42.5 gallons per day. A "conserving home" outfitted with the latest low-flow faucets and plumbing, saves the following amount of water,...

Credit score disclosure: Federal legislation would demystify credit scores. (Plain talk).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... THOUGH THE TERRORIST Attacks in New York and Washington in September slowed the progress of legislation in the U.S. Congress, work continues on a proposed law to require disclosure of consumer credit scores. Linda M. Johnson, a spokesperson for...

Tapped out. (House blend).(Issaquah, Washington water supply)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Drought isn't just a desert issue. Issaquah, Wash., is among the places nationwide, where water or rather the lack of water is drying up growth. Sheldon Lynne, deputy director of public works and engineering in Issaquah reports that almost all...

Book look. (House blend).(Review)
November 1, 2001... Published by Three Rivers Press (a division of Random House), The Brand-New House Book is a compelling compendium covering everything from doorknobs to big picture issues. Written by syndicated online and newspaper columnist Katherine Salant,...

Vinyl siding takes a hit: One Georgia county's strict new rules about PVC siding drastically limit the number of products that meet local building codes. (Higher standards).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... A NEW ORDINANCE IN DEKALB COUNTY, GA., HAS vinyl siding manufacturers worried. Walter Hoyt, director of marketing for Wolverine Siding Systems, fears that other counties in the Atlanta area (which are now examining the ordinance) may create...

Punch list: Builder's editors pick the best, worst, and most intriguing housing-related news.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... * TOWER FEARS: Though urban multifamily demand has grown for three straight years, some real estate analysts expect to see a short-term downturn in demand for high-rise towers. Fears of escaping burning skyscrapers may now be far too real to...

American all the way. (Topshelf).(vinyl shutters)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... WITH MORE THAN TWICE AS MANY COLORS as there have been U.S. presidents, the American Palette collection of vinyl shutters surely has a color that will please your buyers. The collection of 117 factory-applied colors represents the most...

Smooth sanding. (Topshelf).(handheld sander introduced)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... DITCH THE SANDPAper and grab a hold of the LS 130 linear sander. It's the world's first professional handheld sander for profiles, rebates, corners, and edges, the company claims. Designed for finishing applications, the sander features a dual...

Glass-filled fire. (Topshelf).(safety glass recycled)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... EVER WONDER WHAT HAPPENS TO BROKEN WINDSHIELDS? THEY MAY WIND UP in the graduated pan burner of an Ultra Smart Burner vented or vent-free gas log set. The burner is filled With crushed safety glass, and the result, the maker claims, is a...

Fog free. (Topshelf).(mirrors)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... TRY OUT HEAVENLY FOG-FREE MIRRORS and shave in the shower. The collection is available in four styles and is made from 1/4-inch thick glass with a 1-inch bevel. According to the maker, a hard-wired heating system on the back of the mirror keeps...

Cover to cover. (Topshelf).(aluminum sheeting for architectural accents)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... TIRED OF SEEING THE SAME OLD SURFACES? GET AERO surfacing; it consists of tightly corrugated, anodized Aluminum sheets that are flexible and formable. Suggested applications include interior architectural accents and furniture design. The...

Batter up. (Topshelf).(insulation batts)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... WHILE BASEBALL SEASON IS OVER, YOU CAN STILL HIT A home run against cold weather using these extra-long insulation batts. Designed for houses with 9-foot ceilings, the 105-inch long, 15-inch wide batts fit snugly into wall cavities. The product...

Air superiority: the viability of the super-efficient heating and cooling systems in the homelink show home rests on careful insulating and sealing of the envelope. (Engineered comfort).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... COMBINE 24-INCH, ON-CENTER framing with R-19 fiberglass batts. Then blanket the whole structure with taped, caulked 1-inch EPS foam. Next, carefully install and seal your low-E windows and doors. Result: a house with a predictable microclimate....

Housing undaunted: Starts and sales remain above last year's pace. (Vital signs).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... WHILE ITS SEEMS THAT NATIONAL economic forecasts are mostly doom and gloom since Sept. 11, the housing industry still is underpinning the economy. Though nearly non-stop bad news engulfs them, many builders, like Northern Virginia-based NVR,...

Down the drain: Greenpeace condemns PVC pipe despite its widespread appeal in the building products industry.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... PVC IS EVERYWHERE. IT'S USED IN hundreds of products: automobile parts, packaging, home furnishings, and hospital supplies. But the single largest market for PVC is pipe. According to Bill Morris, technical sales manager for Charlotte,...

Water way. (Products).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Caption: Made from CPVC, the FlowGuard Gold hot-and-cold water distribution system is designed for single- and multifamily homes, as well as commercial installations. The pipe and fittings are joined by solvent welding--a process that...

Pipe down. (Products).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Caption: The company offers an assortment of ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) and PVC fittings for drain, waste, and vent applications. ABS is a lightweight pipe product that installs with a one-step, solvent-cementing process. According...

Cast effective. (Products).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Caption: The Quiet House program employs sound-suppressing cast iron pipe in combination with PVC to create a quiet waste pipe system that is reliable and cost-effective. According to the manufacturer, cast iron pipe can reduce the noise level...

Peter piper. (Products).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Caption: Schedule 40 drain, waste, and vent pipe and fittings are made from PVC and available in a number of sizes and shapes for a variety of applications. The company also manufactures CPVC pipe and fittings designed for cold and hot water...

Helping hands: Builders quickly pitch in with victim's relief fund to help those in need. (From the president).(National Association of Home Builders establishes philanthropic fund)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... I'VE ALWAYS BEEN PROUD TO BE A home builder, and after seeing the amazing outpouring of support from members of the home building industry for the victims of the Sept. II terrorist attacks on America, I'm prouder than ever before. ...

Roberts Mourned. (NAHB Briefs).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Donald "Don" J. Roberts, assistant staff vice president/producer for the NAHB's broadcast communications operation and executive television producer, died August 17, 2001, at age 53, following a nearly two-year battle with cancer. "Don...

After september 11: Shock waves pressure economy, but rebound chances are good. (Seiders economy).(Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack on United States)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... THE U.S. ECONOMY WAS FLIRTING with recession prior to the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, and the housing sector was losing some momentum as well. Shock waves from the attacks certainly will put additional downward pressure on the economy and...

Benefits offered. (NAHB Briefs).(through partnership with American Buying Retirement Services)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... NAHB members now have access to retirement, financial, and estate planning services through an affinity partnership with American Buying Retirement Services, Chicago. Collective buying power and a national network of more than 200 specialists...

Holding steady? (NAHB Briefs).(sales after terror attacks)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Results of a telephone survey of the nation's 30 largest builders conducted just after the terrorist attacks was somewhat reassuring, the NAHB reports. Sales were holding up and contract cancellations had not increased. However, sales...

Family comes home: Nearly 100 companies worked together to build a new home for a family in EL Paso, Texas. (Home builders care corner).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... THE EL PASO ASSOCIAtion of Builders, through the Home Builders' Care program, built Guadalupe Hingeley and her family a new home. Nearly 100 companies donated time, money, labor, and materials under the auspices of the El Paso Association...

Starts slip. (NAHB Briefs).(according to Commerce Department)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Due primarily to a drop-off in multifamily production, the Commerce Department reported nationwide housing starts declined 6.9 percent in August. Starts of new single-family homes declined 2.4 percent in August to a rate of 1.25 million...

Water resolve. (NAHB Briefs).(NAHB board adopts resolution regarding need for water supply planning)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... At the NAHB's fall board of directors meeting in Maui, Hawaii, the board adopted a resolution regarding the need for water supply planning. The NAHB sent a letter to the House Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power supporting the goals of...

Recreational retreat: Canadian and stateside buyers have swept up intrawest's panorama mountain village townhomes for summer and winter use. (Hotsellers).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... JUST NORTH OF SEATTLE IS SOME OF THE BEST SKIING IN NORTH AMERICA. And that has caused a second-home market boom in British Columbia's Rocky Mountain region--but buyers are coming for summer homes as well. Panorama Mountain Village was...

Viva Espana: Inspired by the spanish colonial revival style, Taylor Woodrow launched a new san diego product with a focus on courtyards and outdoor living. (Hotsellers).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 1, 2001... WITH A SOLID ECONOMY AND PLENTY OF MOVE-UP DOLLARS TO spend over the past few years, move-up buyers said "si si" to Taylor Woodrow's courtyard-style, single-family homes at Fairbanks Highlands. The result was a near sell out, and an average...

Primrose path: Targeting denver's single buyers and single-parent families, colonnade homes taps an unmet demand with its primrose plan. (Hotsellers).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 1, 2001... "OUR BUYERS HERE WERE NOT WHAT WE CALL 'TRADITIONAL HOME buyers" says Dana Craig, director of marketing for Colonnade Homes in Denver. Craig refers to the many single buyers, single parents, free spirits, and empty-nester move-downs who flocked...

Texas turnaround: Once the domain of the "big hair" house, the lone star state is about to revert to its architectural roots--if these two builders have anything to say about it.(Trinity Heights)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 1, 2001... Ron SELL AND MICHAEL DIKE ARE messing with Texas. Emphasizing diverse, character-rich, neo-classical designs, the partners of Village Homes in Fort Worth are out to change the face of production housing in their market. The pair's design...

After the fall: In the face of terrorism, corporate layoffs, and plunging consumer confidence, housing continues to bolster the economy. will the bottom drop out?
November 1, 2001... WHEN THE GREAT STEEL and concrete shoulders of the U.S. economy tumbled on Sept. 11th, Americans felt what the citizens of ancient Rhodes must have felt in 226 BC, when their mighty Colossus suddenly snapped at the knees. In the span of a few...

The next round: As a prototype for a new generation of residential domes, this arizona home takes a crack at public misgivings about living beneath a concrete shell.
November 1, 2001... DOME-SHAPED HOMES have been around for more than 30 years. Most people associate them with the geodesic-type structures briefly popularized in the counterculture of the 1960s. Today's dome homes have little in common with geodesic. They require...

Killer application: Promising all delivering nothing, buildnet devastates the industry.
November 1, 2001... THE DAWNING OF THE TECHnology age has done much for builder Shane Dillenburg. It's taught him how to handwrite checks and lick stamps, how to zealously keep triplicate files for backup purposes, and how to distrust anyone who breathes the...

Cause for alarm?: The future of home security looks like more services from fewer providers. (Home tech).(partnerships and consolidation)
November 1, 2001... IF YOU OFFER SECURITY SYSTEMS AS AN OPTION IN your homes, your options are about to change. The reason: the nation s largest home Security firms are in the process of partnering with other low-voltage providers to offer integrated suites of...

Future-ready community: Developer calls fiber-to-the-home well worth the effort. (Tips).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... IN THE AUGUST TECH TIPS ("Broader Band," page 145) we looked at a fiber-to-the-home trial in which BellSouth retrofitted Atlanta-area homes with direct fiber optic connections. But while the telecom plans to expand the service over the next few...

Cedia. (Web site of this month).(Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... The Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association, or CEDIA, is a professional association for companies that design and install home electronics-home automation systems, home theaters, lighting and HVAC controls, etc. For home...

Definition. (Web site of this month).(Municipal Area Network)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... MAN: Municipal Area Network is a network that connects the homes and businesses in an entire town or community, as does the network for Daniel Island, S.C.

Habi-Tech. (Web site of this month).(Habitat for Humanity homes wired by Verizon Connected Solutions)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Eight Habitat for Humanity homes in the District of Columbia will be the first the nonprofit has built with network wiring. Verizon Connected Solutions will provide the hardware--a structured wiring system with three trimmed-out taps, six...

Need for speed: Direct fiber is a real winner an authority on the subject tells why. (Tips).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... WILL FIBER-TO-THE-home like that on Daniel Island, S.C., (see page 125) really benefit homeowners? We asked David Waks, president of System Dynamics, a Morris Plains, N.J. constultancy that helps companies take advantage of broadband home...

Surround sound: A new type of entertainment network. (Tips).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... ONE WAY TO GET MUSIC AROUND THE HOUSE is to install in-wall speakers with volume controls and wire them back to a central stereo. But the expense of such a system limits it to well-heeled buyers. Most people who want tunes in the bedroom opt...

Plans online.(www.eplans.com)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... WWW.EPLANS.COM provides builders and homeowners a simple, easily accessible way to streamline one of the most challenging stages of building a home: choosing a house plan. By providing fast and easy-to-navigate options, the process of selecting...

Stairs molding and millwork.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Stairs, molding and millwork can give a simple, unadarned room the rich detail and finishing touches it needs. Today's builder can choose from a wide array of custom-made, easy-to-install products - from decorative beams and mantels, to spiral...

Jan's house of hope: A system built showcase.(National Association of Home Builders and Building Systems Council partner to create Jan's House of Hope)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... In a unique project for building systems manufacturers, National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Building Systems Council members formed a partnership to create Jan's House of Hope, a home that served as a fundraiser for the National Cancer...

World trade center, New York. (Walkthrough).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... DESTROYED SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. TWIN PILLARS--PALACES OF commerce tall enough to hold the sky. Visible in all days and lights, emblems of New York's great skyline tapestry. Architect Minoru Yamasaki also designed Saudi Arabia's Dhahran Airport...

Only the best: Looking for the right house plan? Chances are we have it.(housing plans)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
November 15, 2001... Chances are we have it. At BUILDER Magazine, we work hard to bring you the very best builder-oriented house plans in the market today. We strive to publish plans from the very best designers in the business plans that will excite your...

Dolce Vita[TM] Vessel. (Hot New Products).(Kohler Interiors Group Ltd.)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... Kohler's new Dolce Vita[TM] lavatory combines bold shapes and designs with the strength and beauty of cost iron. The latest addition to the Vessels[TM] collection of above-counter lavatories, Dolce Vito[TM] can also be installed self-rimming or...

Grand Finish. (Hot New Products).(James Hardie Building Products Inc.)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... James Hardie siding products have the look, feel and workability of natural wood but won't rot, split or swell. The company's Hardiplank[R] siding combines the warmth of wood with low maintenance and durability. Circle No. 61 on coupon.

Patio Portal. (Hot New Products).(wooden patio doors)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... Andersen[R] Frenchwood[R] inswing and gliding patio doors now are available in three beautiful interior finishes. Homeowners may choose from oak or maple interiors, as well as standard ponderosa pine interior. Circle No. 41 on coupon.

Masonite Corporation. (Hot New Products).(CraftMaster[R] Door Designs)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... CraftMaster[R] Door Designs by Masonite, offering beauty and durability, outperform solid pine doors. Available in a variety of styles, sizes and finishes, doors made with CraftMaster designs are an ideal fit with today's trends of painted...

In The Pink. (Hot New Products).(Owens Corning Inc.)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... At Owens Corning, System Thinking[TM] Makes the Difference. Only when you think everything through can you maximize energy efficiency, simplify maintenance, deliver superior protection, even improve acoustics. Which is exactly what our...

Double Decker. (Hot New Products).(KitchenAid Architect Series)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... KitchenAid Architect Series is a sleek, streamlined design that complements virtually any kitchen style, offering an ideal blend of beauty and quality. The Architect Series includes refrigerators, combination ovens, dishwashers and icemakers....

Have Campfire -- Will Travel. (Hot New Products).(Heat-N-Glo Fireplace Products)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... A portable Patio Campfire from Heat-N-Glo lets you enjoy a campfire poolside, on your check or in the backyard. It's clean burning gas, and you use whatever finishing materials go with your landscaping Heat-N-Glo Fireplace Products. Circle...

In a Class by Itself. (Hot New Products).(Manchester)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... Exquisitely designed, Manchester's rich color and elegant profile of cherry compel you to linger lust a little longer. The sweeping Roman arch doors complete the look of pure sophistication and elegance. Circle No. 71 on coupon.

Heatilator[R]. (Hot New Products).(Novus fireplaces)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... Ease of installation just got easier with the addition of two new Novus[R] fireplaces. The depth of these direct-vent fireplaces measures 16 inches, allowing for installations where space constraints are an important factor. The option of top...

G-P Prime Trim[R]. (Hot New Products).(Georgia-Pacific Corp.)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... PrimeTrim[R] engineered wood trim by Georgia-Pacific is designed to replace lumber in non-structural exterior trim applications. Since PrimeTrim is engineered, it is free from defects found in lumber, such as knots, splits, checks and wane....

Historic appeal.(Stephen Fuller Inc. home design)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... Builder Bob D. Rogers uses the traditional design elements of this Stephen Fuller, Inc. creation to compose an open free-flowing floor plan and a truly graceful home. Stately brick and finely crafted front and rear porches complement an...

Charismatic contemporary.(Kessler Custom Builders home design)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... Energy efficiency is a high priority to many people building homes in colder regions, such as Omaha, Neb., according to builder Jerry Kessler. This elegant contemporary home, designed by Design Basics and built by Kessler Custom Builders for...

Designer Profiles.(home designs)
November 15, 2001... Designs by Todd W. Reed, Inc. Todd W. Reed is proud to present a plan portfolio that offers practical construction together with aesthetically pleasing designs. With his involvement in Whitmire Homes, Inc., Todd is continually working with...

Plans online.(EPLANS.com helps buyers choose a house plan)(Brief Article)
November 15, 2001... WWW.EPLANS.COM provides builders and homeowners a simple, easily accessible way to streamline one of the most challenging stages of building a home: choosing a house plan. By providing fast and easy-to-navigate options, the process of selecting...

Colonial Inspiration. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story brick home, 4 bedrooms, 2 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... Fanlight windows with keystone arches highlight this two-story brick home that finds inspiration in the Colonial period. The foyer opens to the formal dining room with defining columns and a tray ceiling. A grand staircase separates this area...

Extraordinary Design. (BEST-SELLERS).(one-story single family home, 3 bedrooms, 2 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... Vaulted and volume ceilings highlight this extraordinary one-story design. Amenities include a spacious family room with a fireplace, a formal dining room, and a breakfast area with access to the screened porch. The master suite features a...

Rich Aura. (BEST-SELLERS).(single family house, 3 bedrooms, 3 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... A stone-and-brick exterior presents a rich aura for this home. A corner fireplace in the combined great room/dining area sets off the open feel of the area. A second fireplace warms the covered porch just beyond the great room. The master...

Wonderful Amenities. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story single family home, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... This home is ideal for the growing family. The tiled entry and living-room fireplace are just some of the amenities in this wonderful home. The upper level is home to the master bedroom with its private bath. Please specify basement,...

Cozy Craftsman. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story single family home, 4 bedrooms, 2 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... Craftsman elements adorn the exterior of this cozy four-bedroom home. The entry opens directly to the hearth-warmed living room. A fireplace warms the family room and the adjoining nook and kitchen as well. Three family bedrooms and a master...

Classic Country. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story country home, 5 bedrooms, 3 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... With five bedrooms and a wonderful stone-and-siding exterior, this country home will satisfy every need. Two sets of French doors provide access to the dining room and foyer. The great room enjoys a warming fireplace and deck access. A charming...

Infused With Charm. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story farmhouse, 4 bedrooms, 3 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... A French-country charm infuses this two-story, four-bedroom farmhouse. A two-story foyer introduces the plan, which includes a formal dining room, hearth-warmed great room with deck access and a sleeping zone on the second floor. Note the tub...

Efficient Layout. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story country cottage, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... This lovely country cottage features an efficient layout and a private master suite on the second level. Inside the entry, the hearth-warmed living room is open to the galley kitchen and the formal dining room beyond. Two family bedrooms share...

Perfect Hideaway. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story cottage, 3 bedrooms, 3 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... This Southern tidewater cottage is a perfect hideaway--blending easily into the seaside scenery. The Key West style boasts a stone and horizontal siding exterior, set off by a wraparound entry porch. The study offers built-in cabinetry, while...

Striking Image. (BEST-SELLERS).(two-story single family home, 3 bedrooms, 2 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... Neoclassical elements provide a striking image on this two-story, three-bedroom home. A front porch welcomes visitors into the two-story foyer. Inside, columns, French doors, a gas fireplace, and a balcony enhance the comfortable interior...

Airy Bungalow. (BEST-SELLERS).(3 bedrooms, 3 (1/2) baths)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
November 15, 2001... This airy bungalow belongs on the coastline among palm trees. The smoothly glazed, elongated windows and intricately ornamented openings give the exterior a modern but classy flair. Inside exists a maze of brightly lit, uniquely patterned rooms...