Professional Builder (1993) articles from January 2004

Professional Builder (1993) archives from January 2004

Deconstructing quality.(Perspective)
January 1, 2004... Every builder, each architect and the universe of building product manufacturers all aim to produce quality products for one simple reason--money. Every employee and each trade contractor arrives at work with the goal to do a quality job for...

Relationship ROI.(Publisher's Letter)
January 1, 2004... Nothing exceeds the value of relationships in the home building business. Nothing. OK, let's qualify that: Nothing exceeds the value of relationships that are based on shared trust, clear communication, performance excellence and a focus on...

The Cortile Collection.(Plans and Projects)(Cover Story)
January 1, 2004... In the foothills north of San Diego sits a gorgeous chunk of property: 540 acres of rolling hills, rocky outcroppings and meandering streams, all within just 10 miles of the Pacific Ocean. The place closely resembles Tuscany, so much so that...

Dancing Waters.(Plans and Projects)
January 1, 2004... If all goes as master-planned, independent builders will be dancing in the streets of upscale Dancing Waters in Woodbury, Minn. Master planner Laurent Development Co., sister company of Laurent Builders, one of the community's 15 builders, is...

MiraBay.(Plans and Projects)
January 1, 2004... In the mid-1960s, the 750 acres along Tampa Bay that now compose MiraBay were platted and approved for deep-water lots on saltwater canals, a common practice in those days. But the development ran aground, and the canals gradually faded into...

Crofton Springs.(Plans and Projects)
January 1, 2004... Touted by developer Port Blakely Communities and local and national media as an "urban village," the master-planned community of Issaquah Highlands incorporates a lively mix of residential, office and retail, along with 1,500 acres of open...

Design sketchbook: kitchens; Simple solutions to create kitchens buyers love.(Plans and Projects)
January 1, 2004... We've all heard the news: The kitchen serves as the hub of the home. We know it to be true, yet we continue to see homes built with small kitchens separate from the family room and dining area. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you still...

Fixing community startups.(Lessons Learned)
January 1, 2004... I have stumbled across few ways better than this to ruin a builder's day. "Do you have a new community startup process?" That's the setup. After the usual affirmative answer, I drop the bomb: "Great, let me see it!" I expect a detailed...

Critical thinking skills.(The H.R. Dept.)
January 1, 2004... Perhaps the most important dimensions to determine when interviewing a job candidate are critical thinking skills--the ability to think logically and make smart decisions. A candidate with a history of poor critical thinking will have a tough...

Control sales, marketing costs.(Bottom-Line Building)
January 1, 2004... Sales and marketing expenses should be held to 6% of home building revenue, but builders have a hard time hitting that target. We often see these costs at 8% to 10%, for subtle and insidious reasons. ********** For one thing, this is a...

Satisfaction begins before the sale.(Customer Satisfaction)
January 1, 2004... In the September 2003 Professional Builder, I outlined best practices that lead to superb customer satisfaction: Know your customers, create relationship value, develop a wow factor, practice inoculation, set realistic expectations, make smooth...

Are you a builder or an overbuilder?
January 1, 2004... WHEN YOU KNOW THE PRECISE STRENGTH OF EVERY PIECE, IT TAKES ALL THE GUESSWORK OUT OF BUILDING A STRONGER FLOOR. IT'S THAT SIMPLE. The performance of most commodity building products is unpredictable. Yet most manufacturers suggest you buy...

The I's have it! Innovation rules at the GP iHOME.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Ingenious, imaginative, impactful, impressive, inclusive, incomparable, incredible, influential, intriguing, inventive, insightful, inspirational, instructional, intelligent, interesting ideas for today--and tomorrow. Innovation is king at...

Starve mold and feed a healthy home ... paperless glass mat gypsum board resists mold growth best.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... It's inevitable. Whether you see it or not, most homes have traces of mold in their wall cavities and indoor air. But mold can't survive without an organic food source. Paperless DensArmor[TM] Plus glass mat gypsum board eliminates the organic...

The big frame-up.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... From the studs that provide the framework to the engineered beams that support the roof, GP lumber means a strong start for any home. In the GP iHOME, framers installed Georgia-Pacific Sta-Strait[TM] finger-jointed studs, clearly visible on the...

Oh, the weather outside is frightful ...(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... But inside it's delightful--no matter whether it's a blistering 110 degrees in the Nevada desert or sub-zero in the hills of North Dakota--thanks to Guardian UltraFit DS[R] dimensionally stable fiberglass spray-on insulation. In the GP iHOME,...

Why ply?(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Home buyers often get caught up in the aesthetics of a home. But you, as a builder, know it's the "bones" of a home that really make a difference when it comes to quality construction. That's why the best builders don't settle for substitutes...

Cover your assets.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... You don't have to build on a coast to appreciate what Savannah[R] Designer Shingles can do. Any place where extra protection is appreciated, these severe--weather shingles are the perfect--and affordable--choice. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Rediscover Decorative Wall Panels.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... You'll do a double take when you see what innovation in design has done with GP's StyleLine[TM] Decorative Wall Panels. We've taken panel products to new heights with the look of real leather or linen, and they install without a hitch. Check...

Estimating--part I.(Learn)
January 1, 2004... When someone says, "I'm an estimator," what does he or she do? Most of us in the business can blurt out an answer pretty quickly. Depending on your perspective, an estimator can be the person who tells production that a project can be built for...

High-design waterworks: two faucet manufacturers team with world-renowned designers to deliver products consumers want.(Design)
January 1, 2004... In case you haven't noticed, the kitchen and bath aren't just for cooking and cleanup any more. Each room takes on a whole new meaning these days. The kitchen functions as the home's core. Cooking and eating still take place there, but it...

Affordability redefined: the push for innovative technologies to improve energy efficiency and the growing concern over energy costs have changed the formula for buying power to reflect the true cost of owning a home.(Build)
January 1, 2004... When it comes to calculating buying power, little changed during the last half-century in the way home buyers and their lenders sized up housing options. A simple PITI calculation--principal, interest, taxes and insurance--brought everyone to...

Grayson Homes geared to growth: 2004 NHQ Silver Award recipient wins in the race that never ends.(Manage)
January 1, 2004... What goes up must come down. Somewhere in elementary school science, each of us learned this basic scientific principle. Likewise, language arts teachers told us that good stories include a beginning, a middle and an end. In gym class, races...

What is quality? Depending on when you ask it, this ticklish question has many answers. Just be sure to ask the right people.(SpecialReport)
January 1, 2004... Answer the question, please, because it's really important that you know what you're after, especially if you'll be among the thousands of builders who travel to the International Builders' Show this month, looking for new products, materials...

Builder POV: David Weekley.(SpecialReport)
January 1, 2004... With a J.D. Power win in Austin, Texas, and high scores in three other markets, Houston-based David Weekley Homes (3,082 closings for $855 million in 2002) seems to have a handle on customer-defined quality. "We look at shoppers and buyers...

Builder POV: Robert White.(SpecialReport)
January 1, 2004... Venture Homes in Marietta, Ga., was the Atlanta market's J.D. Power winner for the second year a row in 2003, so president Robert White must have a clue or two about quality. As it turns out, he has an interesting perspective that includes...

Randy Luther's product evaluation tip sheet.(SpecialReport)
January 1, 2004... Dallas-based behemoth Centex Homes--ranked No. 4 on PB's most recent tally of housing's GIANTS, with 2002 revenue of $5.64 billion--counts on vice president/construction technology Randy Luther to keep its far-flung operations up to date on the...

How to fix the profit leaks in your business: track the time it takes to ensure quality and get it right the first time to turn hidden costs into an unexpected profit stream.(Manage)
January 1, 2004... Home builders know time is money. Make mistakes, and the costs to correct add up quickly. Quality-boosting initiatives can help builders save both resources and grow profits as a result. When discovered, the range and extent of...

Radiant floor heating: what makes this still-emerging technology a good fit with the homes you build?(ProductReport)
January 1, 2004... Radiant floor heating commands only a percentage point or two of the North American heating industry. Nonetheless, RFH is the fastest-growing segment of that market, expanding at an annual rate of 20% to 25%. Although many builders remain...

Wood treatment goes deep: Jeld-Wen's new preservative sinks in to prevent decay.(ProductReport)
January 1, 2004... Window and door manufacturer Jeld-Wen recently completed years of work with a chemical company to develop a wood treatment process that prevents wood decay and termite infestation without just skimming the surface. AuraLast, the new technology,...

Eagle window & door.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Both sash of the Talon double-hung clad aluminum window tilt in to facilitate cleaning with the screen in or out. Locks secure and release the window with one mechanism. The window can be customized with eight interior wood options, 11 interior...

Trus joist.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Offered as part of the company's FrameWorks floor system, the TJ Performance Plus OSB panel comes in full depths with improved stiffness to reduce problems with hardwood and ceramic tile floors. A clear edge seal keeps moisture out and floors...

Honeywell.(Products)
January 1, 2004... All Honeywell whole-house humidifiers, including the Enviracaire Elite HE225 (shown, with optional snap-on damper), now offer an updated version of the H1008 Humidicalc. The self-regulating humidistat maintains optimal indoor humidity without...

CertainTeed.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Boardwalk fascia can be used to cover rim-joist joints and fastener heads. The nominal 1/2X10-inch fascia comes in 8- and 12-foot lengths and in gray and tan colors. It installs on solid backing using finishing nails or small screws. Boardwalk...

Junckers.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Thatch is a new color in the Olde World Collection of prefinished hardwood flooring. Made from the company's 9/16-inch beech variation, each board is "antique-sculpted" so that no two boards are identical and then finished in a matte urethane....

Martco.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The Grid panel system, available in OSB and plywood, features a surface-printed system of cutting and nailing lines to assist in the installation of roof sheathing, side walls, subfloors and siding. It's offered in various thicknesses and...

H-P products.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Made for homes up to 2,500 square feet, the Dirt Devil Platinum Force 299e central vacuum system measures 2 1/2 feet tall and 1 foot wide, so the 22-pound unit can fit into tight spaces in a basement, garage or utility room. It transports 100%...

Chadsworth's 1.800.columns.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The rafters atop the company's pergola are made of cellular PVC. The PolyStone support columns come in a variety of sizes, all ready to prime and paint. The rafters are designed to fit into the columns in a way that makes them waterproof....

Irwin industrial tools.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Marathon blades for cordless saws range from 3 3/8 to 7 1/4 inches in diameter and from 18 to 40 carbide teeth. The kerf, face ground teeth and hook angle deliver more cuts per charge, the company says. Irwin also has added an anti-friction...

Azek.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Made for exterior applications, Azek Beadboard is reversible, allowing for V-groove or edge and center bead installation. The cellular PVC product comes in natural, semi-matte white and can be painted. It can be used in spanned applications but...

KraftMaid cabinetry.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Olive Leaf, shown on a corbel with the moss glaze finish, is one of three new solid-wood molding styles designed to reflect the trend toward textural, tone-on-tone looks and intricate patterns. Woven offers a contemporary Asian look, while...

Silestone by cosentino.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Integrated kitchen sinks combine Silestone natural quartz surfaces with stainless steel basins. The single-basin, double-basin and offset sinks rest flush with the countertop, limiting debris collection and enabling water and debris to be wiped...

Miele.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Thanks to an interior convection fan, the MasterChef warming drawer reaches the user's desired temperature in 10 minutes, the company says, and then lets radiant heat and a humidity control keep meals warm and moist for hours. The open-sided...

Quickflash.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The company's moisture-blocking, push-on flashing panels for external electrical penetrations now come in a 1 3/8-inch size for one-coat stucco and EIFS systems. The single gang-box panel fits the industry-standard allied molded box (part...

Duravit.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The Starck oval bath comes in a two-seat model with external dimensions of 72X36 inches and a molded headrest at each end and a single-seater that measures 67X30 and includes one headrest. Both models are available as free-standing units with...

Rheem/Ruud.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The RRNA gas/electric package unit (shown) and the RSNA packaged air conditioner come in 2-, 2.5- and 3-ton models. All models are certified at 13 SEER and 11.6 EER and meet Energy Star requirements, the companies say. Circle 140 on inquiry...

Miller fall protection.(Products)
January 1, 2004... A new line of permanent roof anchors includes the Miller Claw (shown), which provides one permanent anchorage point when attached to a wood rafter or truss member (upright or inverted) during construction. The stainless steel anchor...

Longlac wood industries.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The DRIcore subfloor system for concrete floors consists of 2X2-foot engineered wood panels bonded to a rigid, moisture-resistant polyethylene sheet with raised "cleats." The subfloor "floats," which means seams aren't nailed or glued and...

Ceramic tile trends.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The five fish designs in the Aquarius Series of wall tile are available in a 4 1/8X4 1/8-inch format. Accompanying border tile (2 1/2X6 inches) features a starfish and ocean design. Also offered are 4 1/2X4 1/2-inch accent tiles designed to...

Shell oil.(Products)
January 1, 2004... The HomeGenie home-management system gives homeowners Web-based remote access to household systems and devices, including heating and cooling, lights and appliances. Also, a wireless camera lets users monitor areas of the home. These devices...

Architectural products by outwater.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Cement-coated EPS exterior moldings install with traditional techniques and tools. They come in 8-foot lengths in various designs and profiles. The moldings can be butted together for a smooth, consistent appearance or a cultured stone look....

L.B. plastics.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Made to complement Sheer-line 1 1/2- and 2-inch Colonial spindles, the Plantation porch post has a maximum design load of 7,400 pounds. The aluminum-reinforced product stands 104 inches tall and installs with supplied hardware and base molds....

Melton classics.(Products)
January 1, 2004... Handcrafted from cast stone, a polymer marble composite, synthetic stone or polyurethane, balustrade systems are engineered to be lightweight yet have substantial feel. They're available in radius designs that meet any code and fit any...

E/One: Sewer anywhere and save with E/One Home WasteWater Disposal Systems.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Easy to install, economical to operate, E/One Sewers set the new standard, providing central sewers for new communities at half the cost of old-fashioned gravity sewers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Now E/One's new Home WasteWater Disposal...

Coming together to build: this is the fifth year the Reed Residential Group has completed Show Village outside the entrance to the NAHB's International Builders' Show.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Professional Builder previously put together show homes that were part of the show's scheduled bus tours. They required a ride that lasted at least a half-hour and ended with tours of beautiful homes. They showcased products and craftsmanship...

Whirlpool Corporation: high-quality, innovative solutions to everyday household tasks.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Whirlpool Corporation delivers brands and products that meet the needs of different homeowners. Through research and superior product engineering, we are able to develop high-quality, innovative solutions to everyday household tasks. ...

PPG Glass Technology since 1883: for the best appearance, energy-efficiency, durability, and now self-cleaning technology--PPG Glass Technology.
January 1, 2004... "IT'S WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A WINDOW.[SM]" When you're considering windows... there's one part of the window you should definitely look into. The glass. Like a car's engine, the glass and spacer technology determine most of a window's...

Supporting the home building industry: Pittsburgh Paints' HomeVantage is the most complete and well-executed homebuilder paint program in the industry.
January 1, 2004... Pittsburgh Paints offers HomeVantage, a complete support program tailored to the needs of homebuilders. Pittsburgh Paints, through HomeVantage, is committed to providing homebuilders with quality products, premium service, and progressive ideas...

Polaroid: the power of pictures.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Taking instant pictures is still the fastest, easiest way for builders to visually document their work... a process that takes only seconds and can protect you from costly disputes down the road. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION...

Small steps deliver big dreams: Habitat for Humanity seeks help in eliminating poverty housing.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... WHEN PEOPLE SEE dilapidated housing on the fringe of their community or drive by blighted urban apartment buildings, many feel stymied and think, "What an insurmountable problem." But Habitat for Humanity International believes that...

Las Vegas faces affordability crisis: as area's population and housing prices boom, the gulf between poor and affluent grows.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... LAS VEGAS, the fastest-growing city in the United States, welcomes approximately 6,000 new residents each month. For the Las Vegas chapter of Habitat for Humanity International, that's a double-edged sword. On one hand, it means a steady...

Students gain hands-on experience: Habitat for Humanity project lets kids test their skills.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... For the third year in a row, students from York County School of Technology in York, Pa., will participate in a Habitat for Humanity build at Show Village. They're students in the school's Construction Career Academy, which trains boys and...

Sacrificing for the future: Las Vegas Habitat for Humanity beneficiaries work to advance group's goals.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Susan and Lonard Kindell's story typifies what many Las Vegas families face. Lonard works full time as a casino cashier, a job that helps keep the area's entertainment industry humming and growing. Susan is a student who expects to receive a...

Get involved with Habitat for Humanity.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Habitat for Humanity is grateful for every contribution of time, talent or treasures. As R. Derrick Morris, director of product partners corporate and foundation giving, says, "No matter how large or small the contribution is, it's greatly...

A culture of giving: Lennar hopes Show Village will help Habitat expand its mission.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... LENNAR CORP. emphatically answered "yes" when it was invited to build a house for Habitat for Humanity at Show Village 2004. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "When you consider the myriad worthy charities out there, Habitat is one of the very...

Controlled energy.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... What happens when a Vermont company with a passion for common-sense hot-water technology partners with a German company renowned for manufacturing brilliance? Meet Pro Tankless[TM] by Bosch--German-engineered tankless water heaters that are...

SmartSide[TM] lap siding.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... INCREASING THE VALUE OF HOMES The best builders want products that will clearly differentiate their homes from the pack. When it comes to exterior siding, more and more builders are demanding a material with all the aesthetic virtues of...

Show Village greets new builder volunteer: William Lyon Homes participates for the first time in 2004.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... ONE OF the many benefits of the Show Village build for Habitat for Humanity is introducing new builders to the charity's mission and attracting new sponsors and volunteers. The newest builder participant is the Nevada division of Newport Beach,...

ALSCO: The Contours Collection[TM] by ALSCO[R]; Introducing the latest in virtually maintenance-free elegance for residential and commercial exteriors.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... The Contours Collection consists of aluminum exterior trim products designed with elegance, value and long-lasting durability in mind. These products are perfect for either new construction or remodeling and are backed by a Lifetime Limited...

Tamko: Lamarite Shingles offer natural beauty, unnatural performance.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Lamarite[TM] Slate Composite Shingles by TAMKO offer the magnificent beauty of a slate roof without the high cost and performance issues. Made from innovative composite materials that are robust, fire-resistant and enduring, Lamarite Slate...

Habitat aims to broaden participation: founder Millard Fuller asks for builders' time, talent and guidance.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Millard Fuller, founder and president of Habitat for Humanity International, recently spoke with Professional Builder about the group's mission to eliminate poverty housing and how Show Village helps in reaching that goal. PB: We've faced...

Endura Products, Inc.: innovative components eliminate callbacks as entry doors work better and last longer.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... What makes an entry door truly perform? It's all in the components, as builders will discover when they visit the home that remodelers are building for Habitat for Humanity in Show Village 2004. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The entry door...

Catch the HomeAid Vision: organization celebrates new Las Vegas chapter as building team delivers raffle house.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... People in dire circumstances often need a safety net to catch and relaunch them. But in many places, the safety net is tattered or nonexistent. HomeAid America, based in Costa Mesa, Calif, is working to reweave that safety net state by...

Whirlpool Corporation.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Whirlpool Corporation delivers the brands and products that meet the needs of different homeowners. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For people who love to cook...

Dow building materials.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... For homeowners, builders, architects and legislators alike, energy is one of the most important issues of our time. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, energy costs for an average family have increased 25% since...

Georgia-Pacific promotes innovation: new products combat mold, create healthier homes.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Just a few years ago, the term innovative home probably would have conjured the idea of whiz-bang technology that could help homeowners monitor a home security system from afar or warm a Jacuzzi as they pulled into their driveway. At Show...

Wayne-Dalton launches new version of exclusive wall-mounted idrive[TM] garage door opener.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... The lack of a chain or screw drive rail is a big reason for the most compelling benefit of the new wall-mounted idrive opener--its smooth, quiet operation. Many mechanical parts common to chain or screw drive openers are eliminated, so noise is...

Furthering the HomeAid cause: Beazer Homes deepens its commitment to the charity.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Atlanta-based Beazer Homes USA Inc. has been involved with HomeAid America since 1999, and 2004 will no different. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Beazer Homes is committed to help broaden the scope of HomeAid...

New VANEX ULTRA PEX combines with the MANABLOC plumbing system.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Vanguard introduced a revolutionary PEX product to the market Dec. 1 that will be featured along with the MANABLOC[R] at Show Village 2004. Vanguard's VANEX ULTRA multi-layer PEX offers enhanced flexibility, superb chlorine resistance and...

Kimball Hill delivers housing solutions: serving communities brings employees satisfaction.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... David Hill, chairman and CEO of Kimball Hill Homes, believes strongly in the importance of transitional housing. It's one reason he and his company have an ongoing commitment to HomeAid America. Hill serves on the group's national advisory...

Pittsburgh Corning.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Sometimes the best way to add a little class and style to a room is just to let in a little light. And that's exactly what Pittsburgh Corning has been helping professional builders do for almost 70 years. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Innovative electrical solutions for builders.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Square D/Schneider Electric provides builders with the industry's largest service and support network of residential sales engineers and distribution partners. For more than 100 years, our innovative electrical solutions have helped safeguard...

HomeAid chapters.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... ATLANTA P.O. Box 450749 Atlanta, GA 31145 Phone: 678/775-1408 Ann Carey E-mail: ann_homeaid@atlantahomebuilders.com Kathy Hartsfield E-mail: kathy_homeaid@atlantahomebuilders.com BOULDER 6672 Gunpark...

Beauty reborn.(Special Advertising Supplement: Show Village 2004)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2004... Axor Phoenix epitomizes classic beauty and reinterprets classical design. Every impression radiates originality while celebrating the simple flourishes of ageless style. Envisioned by award-winning designers Tom Schonherr and Andreas Haug of...