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8 Home green homeToday’s builders choose green materials and building practices

10 Room to growFamily-friendly home lives large

16 Stylish gear Sleep green, choose cool new products

17 Geothermal systems

19 Six appetizing kitchens

27 The color report: green

28 Grill like an expert Pitmaster shares recipes

31 Outer space Outdoor furnishings set the scene

34 What’s new, what’s next Shrubs and trees

35 Cuttings

Regular features38 Beer Column39 Pet column41 Development guide45 Home plan

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Volume 3 • Issue 2Cover & index images from the feature home | BRANDON POLLOCK

Publisher David A. Braton

Cedar Valley Home & Garden EditorMelody Parker

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Project Director and Advertising Sales ManagerSheila Kerns


Graphic Designer and Ad Designer Courtney Towlerton


Contributing WriterAmie Steffen


Contributing PhotographersRick Chase

Scott MussellBrandon PollockMatthew Putney

Rick Tibbott

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SUMMER 2009 Vol. 3 Issue 2

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Table lamps don’t just light up a room — they’re a fashion accessory.

Update a room or more clearly de� ne a decorating style with your choice of table lamps. Adding a few accent lamps can change the qual-ity of a space, according to the American Light-ing Association. Switching an outdated lamp for a new fashion-friendly lamp can give your room a whole new lease on life without spending big bucks.

Other ALA ideas:

— Use more energy-e� cient compact � uores-cent light (CFL) bulbs, Energy Star-quali� ed � x-tures and dimmers with the new technologies.

— Simple wall box dimmers, which allow you to bring the light up and down slowly

— Scene lighting dimmers, which allow you to control multiple light sources from a single panel to set a mood.

— Whole house systems, which allow you to control all of the lights in your home from one panel at the touch of a button

— Occupancy sensors, which turn on and o� whenever someone enters a room. ◆

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Introduce a touch of nature ... this lamp base is topped with a

rustic twig ball, ideal for the den, Basket of Daisies, Cedar Falls.

Show a little leg ... salvaged spindles add whimsical charm to

a lamp topped with a floral shade, Calico Henhouse, Waterloo.

Bring the outdoors in a rectan-gular lampshade emphasizes the block-style base inlaid with metal evergreen trees.

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Swirls and curls characterize this metallic lamp with rectangular shade, Slumberland, Waterloo.

Polka dots on a black lampshade and an open base is high style for the living room or den, Distinctions, Independence.

Rectangular shades are big news in lampshades. The base incorporates

gold leaves in a beach glass disk, Interiors by Decorating Den, Waverly.

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For home builders and remod-elers, green isn’t just a paint color.

It’s a concept that envelopes every-thing from buying materials locally to save transportation costs and ori-enting the home on its lot for climate considerations, to using eco-friendly and energy-e� cient materials.

Lonnie Mallon, president of Mallon Construction Services of Janesville, got interested in green building prac-tices initially “because I don’t like see-ing a lot of materials go straight to the land� ll. I like to see things recycled as much as possible.”

� at can be as simple as reusing old kitchen cabinets in the basement or garage during a kitchen remodel, in-

stead of piling them in a dumpster. “Clients are more sophisticated

about what choices and options are available. � ere’s a right way and a wrong way to do things, and our methods as builders are more sophis-ticated,” Mallon said. His company is certi� ed by the Iowa Department of Health for radon mitigation.

People are smarter about their choices, Mallon noted. “A lot of it comes down to common sense. Who wouldn’t want to save money on their utility bills by installing energy-e� -cient windows and appliances? But all the methods have to work together as a system.”

According to the National Asso-ciation of Home Builders, the design, construction and operation of a home must focus on energy and water ef-

� ciency, resource-e� cient building design and materials and indoor envi-ronmental quality and must take the home’s overall impact on the environ-ment into account, in order to mini-mize the environmental impact.

“It means being conscious and in-formed about the materials and prod-ucts you use as a builder, and about the green choices you can o� er a cus-tomer. Most of the materials we use are environmentally friendly. Being a green builder also is about build-ing practices, how you go about doing things and using certain products that you feel strongly about as far as the framing, the shell of the home. When it gets to the � nish choices, I give ho-meowners choices and make recom-mendations,” said Dave Bartlett of Dave Bartlett Construction of Cedar

Today’s builders are choosing green materials and building practices

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Falls, a certi� ed green builder. For many homeowners, Reed Hun-

emuller of Harting & Hunemuller of Cedar Falls, said energy-e� ciency is one of the most important aspects of green building, as well as using prod-ucts that are made from renewable resources and/or natural materials. Indoor air quality is also paramount. “We seal up homes tighter, they’re more insulated and that makes air quality an issue, and it needs to be monitored.”

Considered “green” are advanced framing techniques, geothermal heat-ing and cooling, recycled carpet and insulation, pre-� nished � ooring and cabinets; low-� ow toilets, shower-heads and faucets, solar water heater systems, high R-value insulation, heap pumps, air � ltration systems, tankless water heaters, direct vent � replaces and Energy Star appliances and win-dows.

Products are more available now and are better made and more com-petitively priced.

Hunemuller questions just how green area builders can become be-cause there are few outlets for recy-cling or reusing discarded building materials that end up in the land� lls. “� ere’s still a lot of waste generated, and I don’t think you’re going to get around it,” he said.

� e NAHB points out that the con-cept of green building isn’t new. Previ-ous generations built homes suitable to the climate, for example, and used locally available materials. � e associa-tion provides Certi� ed Green Profes-sional designations to builders who in-corporate green building practices into homes and who understand the envi-ronmental impact and increased per-formance and health bene� ts. NAHB also awards the NAHB Research Cen-ter Green Certi� ed Mark to homes in-spected and certi� ed as green.

� e Home Builders Association of Northeast Iowa provides a list of mem-bers who o� er green products at its Web site, www.hbaneiowa.com. ◆

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Come summer, there will be a swing set in the backyard.

Th e homeowners moved into the 9,300-square-feet North-

eastern Iowa home last fall, too late for any landscaping plans to get off the ground. Th is year, as the weath-er turns fi ne, their children soon will be clamoring to “play outside” — and that probably means a swing set will go up before any shrubs or

trees are planted. With its Southern plantation fa-

cade, complete with tall columns, broad covered porch and wrap- around balconies, the home has an imposing presence. Inside, the in-teriors are large-scaled, as well, but

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Family-friendly home lives large

“living large” for this family is about managing the active lifestyles of young children.

“There were three things we wanted in this home. We wanted it to be family-friend-ly, to be filled with lots of natu-ral light and with some spaces separated from the kids — we call them ‘toy-free’ zones,” said the homeowners.

There are five bedrooms, four full baths and two half-baths, as well as a children’s study area, master suite with a dressing room, a media room and sunroom. The couple’s plan is to grow into the home and remain there until the children are grown.

Dave Bartlett Construction of Cedar Falls, built the home using many green products and techniques, and the ho-meowners themselves were concerned about water run-off during construction.

“They were concerned about not impacting the neighbor-hood by building the home. They wanted everyone in the neighborhood to welcome the home. They chose the geo-thermal option, which is ini-tially costly to install but saves money now, and depending on what happens to utilities 10 or 20 years from now, they may save huge amounts of money. All the windows and doors are Energy Star-rated, the furnaces and water heat-ers are high-efficiency and in-sulation materials have higher

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Broad porches and wrap-around balconies are elements of the Southern plantation style of this new home. Top, the library has an old world ambiance.

Home staging by Home Interiors, Cedar FallsPaintings in foyer and dining room by Heritage Art Gallery, Cedar Falls.

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R-values,” said Dave Bartlett. Project coordinator Tony Fischer

said the project went smoothly. “I was a bit tentative about seeing brick and stone together on the facade. On pa-per it looked a little suspect, but when it was finished, it turned out beauti-fully and looks fantastic.”

Throughout the house, architectural details, tray and coffered ceilings and scale demand attention. An elegant, two-story foyer welcomes visitors. A curving staircase, done in oak and dark-stained cherry with wrought-iron birdcage spindles, invites “Gone

with the Wind” references. Across the foyer is the formal din-

ing room, with dramatic faux-paint-ed walls that resemble suede. Op-posite is the study/library with dark cherry laminate wood floors and an old world ambiance. Built-in cabinets flank a large fireplace and windows are dressed in custom wood planta-tion shutters.

Durable ceramic tile runs through most of the main level, except in the great room. Floor-to-ceiling windows and an open floor plan shared with the kitchen make the space feel even

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An open floor plan makes the kitchen a part of the home. Granite countertops and cherry cabinet are practical, but high style. At left, a dramatic circular staircase flows into the foyer.

Shopping guideHome Interiors, Cedar Falls

Foyer:Lexington Furniture black leather bench with black legs, $375.Lexington Furniture, Zacara Collection, curved upholstered chair with pillow, $1,136.Hooker Furniture, 28-inch lamp table, $521.Artistry in Silk cymbinium orchids and grasses in woven basket, $155Capel 100-percent New Zealand wool rug, black and gold, $1.1390.

Dining room:Mathews & Co. red pitcher, $223.Uttermost red vase, $89.D&W Silks, tall ruscus tree, $306; red orchids in black round pot, $269; and ferns in floor urn, $306.

Office: Lolori burgundy, wool, silk area rug, $3,050Lexington Furniture leather wing-back chair, $1,573.Hooker Furniture zebra-striped nesting tables, $560.Tree Master small green plant in urn, $59.

Great room:Surya brown silk pillows, $30 each.Michael Thomas print spa blue and brown pillows, $90 eachChuchhill Weavers, light spa blue handwoven throwm $150.Bedford Cottage 100-percent wool brown and blue throw, $75.BMC Company, acid-etched cooper-top lamp table and cocktail table, $398 each.Lexington Furniture leather wing-back chair, $1,573.D&W Silks, red paradise and green mix plant, $178.

Master bath:Uttermost white and green mixed hydrangeas, $316.

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more expansive. Granite coun-tertops, a granite-topped curved island, plenty of storage, butler’s pantry with wine chiller and en-ergy-efficient appliances make the kitchen both functional and practi-cal. Off the kitchen are the laundry and mud rooms with kids’ lockers and an area for crafts. Entrance to the sunroom is just off the great room.

The homeowners can control the window light and privacy with by raising or lowering energy-saving, insulating Hunter Douglas Duette Architella honeycomb shades that are operated by remote controlled, inobtrusive and long-lasting bat-tery packs, said Rosie Rekers. The interior designer also helped the homeowners select a neutral color scheme with pops of color, such as the orange-painted kids’ study area

and cheerful geranium-red sun-room.

On the lower level, the media room with its movie-theater qual-ity ambiance, comfortable seating and celestial lighted ceiling is the most popular room in the house. The homeowner has displayed posters from favorite 1950s science fiction movies, such as “Attack of the Killer Tomatoes,” and a pop-corn machine keeps kids satisfied during Disney flicks.

Upstairs are children’s rooms, decoratively painted and wallpa-pered by Julie Petersen. The boy’s room features an airplane motif, while the girls’ rooms reverse col-or schemes using a marquis-dia-mond pattern. In the master suite, Petersen faux-painted an elegant design on the dressing room walls that resembles lace. u

Large-scale furnishings hold court in the dining room, which features a suede-like painting technique on the walls. The painting is “Dream Home,” by Elena Ilku, and below, in the foyer, “Romantic Episode” by Sabzi, sets the tone. Both are from Heritage Art Gal-leries in Cedar Falls.

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Lockers keep children’s belongings organized, located off the mud room and kitchen, top. Each bathroom has its own unique style. above. At left, the great room is light and airy, with access to the sunroom.

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Dave Krejchi, owner of Dalton’s Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, says in-floor geothermal is ‘the most comfortable heat’ because there is no air movement.

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When Denise and Ronald Flory of Cedar Falls were building their new home,

energy savings and limiting their im-pact on the environment were big factors.

Others they knew had raved about geothermal heating and cooling sys-tems, and the Florys were persuaded.

It’s more expensive to install than a traditional furnace and air condition-ing system, noted Denise Flory, but she’s undaunted.

“In the long run, it’s going to be well worth the added investment,” she said. “Our home is very comfort-able.”

The Florys join an ever-growing population around the Cedar Val-ley choosing to install geothermal, or ground-source systems, into their new or renovated homes.

Dave Krejchi, owner of Dalton’s Plumbing, Heating and Cooling in Cedar Falls, said that’s been fueled lately by both increases in traditional utility costs as well as substantial in-centives to go greener. Homeowners get a 30-percent tax credit on installa-tion of a geothermal system as well as rebates from utility companies.

“When energy gets high, that’s when we sell them,” Krejchi said.

A geothermal system uses the earth’s constant temperature — which var-ies between 52 and 55 degrees — to draw out heat in the summer and

pump heat in during winter months. The Environmental Protection Agen-cy has said it is “the most energy-ef-ficient and environmentally sensitive of all space conditioning systems.”

The system still runs off electricity, but a smaller amount.

“You’re going to ... see energy bills cut 70-plus percent,” Krejchi said. “It can be substantial.”

Flory agreed, noting her 1,800-square foot home’s highest heating bill last winter was around $90.

“Energy costs are going to contin-ue to increase, especially when we’re looking at natural gas or anything generated by coal,” she said.

Tim Hanson, a salesman at Young Plumbing and Heating in Waterloo, said geothermal is becoming popular

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in schools as well. He noted effi-ciency with the systems can run at 300 to 400 percent.

“For the most part, (the reasons people buy geothermal are) saving money, they know it’s very efficient and a lot of them know it’s envi-ronmentally safe,” Hanson said.

Most geothermal systems involve burying loop fields underground, which capture the heat and are buried either vertically or horizon-tally — so a good-sized yard is key to installation. Also, older homes aren’t always equipped to handle the system.

They work much like a tradition-al furnace/air conditioning system does: with a heat pump. Loops of refrigerant are pumped through a refrigeration cycle that moves heat. Instead of taking the heat from the air, however, geothermal systems take it from or give it back to the ground.

The system is run with a typical

thermostat, and loops buried out-side are not visible.

“The unit is a little larger than a regular furnace, but very quiet, and our energy bills have been rea-sonable,” Denise Flory said.

Homeowners can choose be-tween a duct system or in-floor heating. Flory has a duct system, while Krejchi said he’s installed in-floor geothermal in his own home.

“It’s the most comfortable heat you’ll ever have ’cause there’s no air movement,” he said. “Instead of moving air, you’re heating objects and it radiates.”

With more people asking about geothermal systems for their homes and more compa-nies offering it, Hanson said it’s important to go with an installa-tion company you trust.

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Geothermal installations require a good-sized yard. Retrofitting older homes isn’t always possible.


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The kitchen is the favorite room in the house. It’s the gathering place for family and friends, the nerve center for today’s busy lifestyles, and ultimately, the heart of the home. Th e space needs

to be practical, functional, comfortable — and defi nitely not short on “wow” factor. We’ve found six delicious kitchens fi lled with great de-sign features. u

Verdi green granite and pecan cabinets highlight this remodeled kitchen.

Drawers make reaching for pots and pans much easier, right. At left, a farmhouse sink adds vintage appeal.

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GREEN SCENEClassic Kitchen & Bath, Waterloo

This remodeled contemporary kitchen features an expansive granite island

that seats a family of seven children and can accommodate up to 18 people. The fresh-as-spring soft green Brazilian New Verdi Meadow granite is curved, wide and broad at one end, narrowing at the other and required steel frame-work to support the weight. New pecan cabinets match an existing built-in buf-fet, but measure 40 1/2 inches tall — 4 inches taller than most cabinets — for the homeowners who are tall. Sliding doors on a wall cabinet behind the is-land open to reveal a TV. Underfoot is cork fl ooring, and stainless steel appli-ances, including two microwaves for a busy family, are all energy-effi cient.

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idea file:Vary surface heights. Taller work surfaces make it easier on user’s back; even dishwashers can be

raised off the floor. Choose eco-friendly natural floors such as cork, linoleum and wood.

Granite is a natural material. Kitchen trendwatchers say colored, highly polished granite is giving way to dark, matte finishes. Whenever possible, use recycled materials and low VOC paints.

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This island serves multiple purposes for meal prep, storage and displaying cookbooks. The wine-themed backsplash commemorates the homeowners’ wedding anniversary and was installed by them, too.

idea fi le: Designing dedicated work

zones for activities such as baking or prepping vegetables is more effective than a work triangle in today’s kitchens.

Glass-fronted cabinets add visual interest.

Polished chrome and stain-less steel were the standards in kitchen faucet fi nishes. Today’s homeowners, how-ever, are increasingly choosing darker fi nishes such as oiled bronze and textured fi nishes such as brushed nickel.

TUSCAN DREAMClassic Kitchen & Bath, Waterloo

Evoking the earthy tones of the Tuscan countryside, this kitchen’s focal point is the granite-topped island, paired with cherry cabinetry in a warm cinnamon stain. Granite

on both the countertop and island originated on the African Ivory Coast. Sea glass adds an old world touch to a glass-front cabinet and all the cabinets were built for maximum function and storage. Behind the professional-grade stove with its two ovens, is a ceramic wine-themed backsplash personalized with the homeowners’ wedding date and installed by the couple. Oiled bronze faucets complement the Cane Sugar Crackle-fi nished sink from Kohler. Wide-plank oak fl oors are stained cherry.

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Convenience is built into this media room kitchen. The basics — fridge, microwave and wine chiller — are housed in attractive cabinetry.

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SPACE SAVER Wood Grain Specialties, George Lansink Homes

No one misses a minute of the game or a climatic moment

in a movie in this media room. The homeowners chose to install a wall kitchen that is both attrac-tive and an effi cient use of space. The kitchen is integrated into the home’s existing design scheme for a custom appearance. A microwave oven, refrigerator and wine chiller are housed in warm cherry cabinetry. A slate backdrop adds a little drama, while the practical laminate countertop is edged in wood. The sink allows for easy clean up and can also be fi lled with ice for wine or soft drinks when entertaining.

idea fi le: Make a small space look more spacious with the right

design. Choose fewer cabinets to create an illusion of space, but make sure the cabinets have pull-out shelves, rotating inserts, tilt-out bins and wire organizers for stor-age and added convenience.

Increase counterspace by having microwave oven, wine cooler and other appliances built into cabinetry.

Keep the space free of clutter.


Eclectic color choices and strong design features are a recipe for success in this kitchen.

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idea fi le: Displaying collections adds a

personal touch, but be careful not to create clutter. Edit collections; rearrange displays to strike just the right note.

Like a good recipe, mixing various materials and styles, such as classic cabinetry with stainless steel high-tech appliances, creates an eclectic but harmonious kitchen.

Add spice to your kitchen with a warm or earthy color palette for the walls. Play out the color scheme in your choice of kitchen linens, table settings, dishware and artwork.

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CONTEMPORARY AESTHETICSTown & Country Home Improvement Center, Waterloo

Mixing together the right elements, color and design were ingredients in this kitchen’s recipe for success. A glass-front cabinet showcases the homeown-

ers’ favorite china pattern, and stair-stepping other upper cabinets allows them to display their collections. An island provides both extra workspace and a bar for quick meals. Storage is important in any kitchen, particularly for odd- and out-sized items, and the designer made sure cabinets incorporated pull-out trays and other space-saving ideas. Stainless steel appliances and contemporary lighting fi xtures complement the color scheme.

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At the opposite end of this multifunctional family kitchen, a brick hearth and dining area create a comforting impression.

idea file: Mix-and-match finishes to create the look of furniture.Crown molding is a high-end touch.Task lighting is a key detail in planning a kitchen.Don’t be afraid to customize your kitchen to fit your own

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Strong veining runs through this granite, adding interest to the painted and stained cabinetry. A professional-quality stainless steel cook top serves a family who loves to cook.


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HEARTH ROOMInterior Source, Cedar Falls

This multifunctional family-friendly kitchen is large, open and loaded with

ambiance. High-end stainless steel stove, custom hood and refrigerator and loads of work surfaces are perfect for a family that loves to cook and entertain. A mix of painted and stained fi nishes create visual interest and give the impression that the kitchen has evolved over time. Granite counter tops and backsplash effectively coordinate separate areas into one cohesive kitchen. Removing a wall and relocating a washer and drier allowed the homeowner to make the space more practical and useful. Task lighting il-luminates clearly defi ned areas and crown molding adds a luxurious touch. Cubby holes, appliance garages and wine racks make sure the kitchen is well organized.


This remodeled kitchen pays homage to the home’s age with painted cabinetry and a granite farmhouse sink without sacrifi cing modern appliances, conveniences and granite.

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idea fi le: Farmhouse sinks create a retro look.On a budget? Consider repainting or

refacing existing cabinets. Go high-tech with electronic sensor fau-

cets and faucet systems that fi lter water. Islands provide extra work and eating

space, and can be as simple as a farm-house table. Custom-built islands can be electrifi ed and plumbed for complete functionality.

Shelves are less expensive to install than cabinets for display space and easy access.

RENEWED TRADITIONSHarting & Hunemuller, Cedar Falls

Remodeling gave this kitchen a new lease on life while respecting an older home’s era. Homeowners chose cream-painted furniture-like maple cabinetry to

give the kitchen a classic, polished feel, but sleek appliances place the kitchen fi rmly in the 21st century. More lower than upper cabinets maximizes square footage without making the kitchen feel hemmed in. The tile backsplash has a checker-board pattern for texture and a decorative design focuses attention on the cooktop and clean lines of the custom vent. Travertine fl oor tiles are radiant-heated. Warm caramel tones in the granite complement the cabinetry. A granite-topped breakfast island and buffet expands entertaining possibilities.


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be spring-green, light, bright, inviting, whimsical, thoughtful, soothing, dramatic and tranquil. Pick your color, your shade, your hue and “go green.” ◆

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Piggybacking on the technology introduced with its Aura low-VOC paint in 2007, Benjamin Moore this spring introduced Natura, an interior paint with no volatile organic compounds, and which can be tinted to any color. The addition of colorants has traditionally added to the amount of VOCs, the manufacturer said, something its patented waterborne technology does not. (Many VOCs, which can be absorbed into the atmosphere at room temperature, are consid-ered hazardous air pollutants.). The paint, available as a primer and in egg-shell, fl at and semigloss fi nishes, retails for about $50 per gallon. Available at many paint and hardware stores; see www.benjaminmoore.com for retailers.

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Chris Lilly, head chef of the award-winning Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q Competition Cook-ing Team, says to achieve competition-level cuisine at home, you must control temperature, adjust grill vents and utilize a two-zone � re. ◆

Recipe created by Champion Pitmaster Chris Lilly

Makes: 12 servingsPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: 7 hours1 7- to 8-pound pork butt24 slider buns1 bottle KC MasterpieceOriginal Barbecue SauceDry rub:1 tablespoon dark brown sugar2 tablespoons granulated sugar1 tablespoon paprika4 teaspoons kosher salt3 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt3/4 teaspoons chili powder1/4 teaspoon oregano1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon black pepperBaste:1 bottle (12 ounces) dark beer1 1/4 cup cider vinegar1 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar1 cup (2 sticks) butter1/2 cup Worcestershire1/4 cup soy sauce1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice3 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons black pepper2 teaspoons dry mustard2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon ground cumin

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Makes: 4 to 6 servingsPrep time: 20 minutesCook time: 3 hours, 45 minutes2 slabs loin back ribs (baby back)1 cup KC Masterpiece OriginalBarbecue SauceDry Rub:1/4 cup dark brown sugar4 teaspoons garlic salt4 teaspoons chili powder2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon red pepper1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon white pepperLiquid Seasoning:1/2 cup apple cider1/4 cup apple jelly1/4 cup honey1/4 cup brown sugar1 tablespoon dry rub mix (above)

Remove membrane from the back of rib slabs. In a small bowl, combine dry rub ingredients and mix well. Reserve one tablespoon of the rub for the liquid

seasoning mixture. Generously apply dry rub onto front and back sides of ribs. Gently pat to ensure that rub will adhere.

Build a charcoal fi re for indirect cooking by situating the coals on only one side of the grill, leaving the other side void. Add a small aluminum pan to the void side of the grill and fi ll it halfway with water. When the charcoal grill reaches 250 F, place ribs meat-side up on grill grate and cook over indirect heat for 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Remove ribs from grill. Place each slab meat-side down on its own doubled aluminum foil square. The foil should be large enough to completely wrap each slab. Mix liquid seasoning in a small bowl. Pour 1/2 cup of the liquid over each slab. Then, tightly wrap and seal each slab with aluminum foil. Place the wrapped ribs back in cooker for 1 hour at 250 F.

Remove ribs from grill, unwrap, and discard foil. Brush fi nishing glaze on both sides of ribs. Place ribs back on the grill for 15 minutes, or until sauce caramelizes.

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ing by situating the coals on only one side of the grill, leaving the other side void. Add a small aluminum pan to the void side of the grill and fi ll it halfway with water.

In a small bowl, combine the dry rub ingredients. Coat pork evenly with dry rub, patting gently until mixture adheres to the meat.

When the grill reaches 250 F, place pork butt on the void side of the grill over the water pan, close the lid, and cook over indirect heat for 4 hours.

While pork is cooking, combine baste ingredients in a medium saucepan and mix well. Place over medium-low heat and simmer until butter melts. Keep baste on low heat until ready to use.

Cook pork an additional three hours basting pork every hour until internal temperature reaches 190 F. Continually monitor grill temperature and add hot charcoal as needed, to maintain the grill temperature of 250 F.

Remove pork butt from grill and let it rest for 15 minutes. Pull cooked meat from the bone and serve mounded high on slider buns topped with your favorite barbecue sauce and condiments.

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More than 40 percent of Americans say that cur-rent economic conditions

will cause them to enjoy less time on vacation this summer, according to a nationwide poll conducted by the American Home Furnishings Alli-ance (AHFA). Twenty-nine percent say they will not travel, but will spend their recreational time at home.

“Many of us are scaling back travel plans. Some are even dropping them altogether,” says Jackie Hirschhaut, AHFA vice president. “But we can still squeeze every drop out of our valuable time o� — right at home.

With minimal e� ort, families today can create the perfect summer get-away in their own backyard.”

And the newest outdoor furnish-ings this year emphasize comfort, versatility and gathering places —all essentials for enjoying more leisure time at home.

“Plush comfort is especially af-fordable and easy to � nd,” says Hirschhaut, who notes that 29 percent of the survey re-spondents said they’d like to add either a com-fortable lounge chair or some other deep-cush-ion seating to their

outdoor space this summer. Deep seats, plump cushions and soothing spa colors abound in new furniture designs for the 2009 outdoor season, she points out.

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outer spaceThere’s seating for a crowd when multiple sectionals from Meadowcraft’s Bridgeport collection are assembled. Add the pie-shaped ottomans and everyone can also put their feet up. Each two-cushion modular unit sells for about $1,247 and is fully customizable in six frame fi nishes and 135 fabric options. Ditto for the ottoman, about $672. (www.meadowcraft.com)

Aluminum frame recliner with memory foam cushion and lumbar pillow, La-Z Boy and Brown

Jordan Int., from $899. (www.la-z-boy.com)

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has even entered the outdoor fur-nishings category, teaming up with Brown Jordan International to create super comfortable seating for porch-es and patios — including four new outdoor recliners,” Hirschhaut adds.

Versatility is especially important for home furnishings purchases in 2009. “When the budget is tight, it’s a plus when one purchase can serve two or more functions — and many manufacturers have built multi-func-tion into their new outdoor designs,” says Hirschhaut.

Drop-leaf tables, storage benches and chairs versatile enough to move from the outdoors to the inside are all arriving in retail stores in time for the warmer weather. In addition, new outdoor lamps continue to help extend the use of daytime retreats into the evening hours.

“Making specific additions like these that add versatility can signif-icantly expand the use of your out-

door spaces, and that will help make staying home a pleasure,” Hirschhaut adds.

A bar set is, perhaps, the ultimate symbol of group relaxation. Fun is just a moment away when you ice down some beverages, pass the

munchies and pull up the bar stools.“You can have lots of fun turn-

ing your outdoor space into a com-plete family retreat,” says Hirschhaut. “Even small changes on a budget can add up to a summer full of fresh air, family time and enjoyment.” u

Agio International and Disney Consumer Products have collaborated on a new line of outdoor furniture. The Disney Resort Collection includes this Animal Kingdom firepit, about $1,130, featuring an African-inspired geometric pattern that is repeated in table tops and chair backs throughout the group. The aluminum frame on the chat chairs have a hand-applied safari brown finish complemented by animal print cushions. Chairs are about $640 each. (www.agio-usa.com)

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Hand-woven checkerboard designed wicker and green finish Bethesda Wicker Chair by Laneventure. About $1,054. (www.laneventure.com)

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The frame in the Windward sling collection from

Telescope Casual Furniture is con-

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grade polymer is complemented

here by Telescope’s lime sling fabric. An integrated wheel in

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Portofino 36-inch round table in solid teak, about $1,285; chairs, $433 to $506. (www.domus-designs.com).

Veneman Furniture’s Roger Thomas Outdoor Elegance collection, Belle-

chase chair in flame, about $1,260. (www.venemanfurniture.com)

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The new “Twist-n-Shout” hy-drangea, third in the series of “Endless Summer” hydran-

geas, tops this spring’s hit parade for shrubs.

Jack Meyers of Meyers Nursery in Waterloo expects it to be at least as popular as “Endless Summer” and “Blushing Bride” have proven to be in the marketplace. What makes these shrubs so appealing in Iowa is their adaptability to Zone 4 climates and season-long bloom in colors that vary depending on soil type.

“It’s a lacecap hydrangea, plus it has red foliage in the fall,” Meyers said.

A strong rebloomer, “Twist-n-Shout” has a full, compact growth habit and abundant blooms on both old and new wood. Lacy deep-pink centers are surrounded by pink or periwinkle flowers. Sturdy red stems and glossy deep green leaves turn red-burgundy in fall. Alkaline soils, (pH 6-7) will produce lipstick pink blooms. More acidic soil, (pH 5-5.8) will turn fertile (smaller) blossoms an intriguing periwinkle hue, while ster-ile blossoms (larger) keep their rich pink color.

All three members of the “Endless Summer” collection are easy to grow, and all are ideal for containers and in the garden, as stand-alone shrubs, grouped together or with other plants.

Keep soil moist and provide a slow-release fertilizer in spring. Plants need partial shade.

In trees, Meyers is particularly high on the “Sterling Silver” linden. “What’s really neat is, it is resistant to Japanese beetle and gypsy moth. The leaves have a silver back and blooms in June and July are yellow and fragrant. This tree can reach 40 to 50 feet high.

These shrubs are worth a look-see: — Dwarf lilac “Josee,” ideal for yard

or border. A French lilac first intro-duced in 1976, “Josee” offers single lavender-pink flowers and is noted for its ability to rebloom intermittent-ly from May until frost. It requires full sun and reaches 4 to 6 feet high and wide.

— Grafted shrubs on standard root-stocks, to create an ornamental shrub that fits more easily into borders and smaller spaces. Look for burning bush, forsythia and potentilla.

— “My Monet,” a dwarf weigela with variegated foliage in cream and green, with a hint of purple. Tubu-lar-shaped flowers appear in pinkish-purple on a plant that reaches 12 to 14 inches high. A Proven Winner, this plant thrives in full sun to shade.

— “Northern Burgundy,” an Ar-rowwood viburnum, offers outstand-ing fall color and rich blue berries. An upright, rounded, multi-stemmed shrub that displays creamy white flowers, requires full sun to partial shade. It can reach 10 to 12 feet in

height and width. — Hydrangea “Pee Gee” standard or

tree form, up to 8 feet tall with round-ed shape; white blooms in summer, pink in fall; starry-looking bloom.

What’s next in trees? Meyers suggests elms, including

“Cathedral,” “Accolade,” “Discov-ery,” “Camptown” and “Homestead,” which are more disease- and insect-resistant. Iowans are a little shy about elms because of Dutch elm disease, which devastated the trees in the 1960s. These trees are “extremely quick growing,” he said.

— “Autumn Spire” red maple, co-lumnar form that reaches 45 to 50 feet high and only 20 feet wide, perfect for planting between two houses for shade.

— “Burgundy Belle,” fast-growing red maple, rounded shape, 45 feet high with 40 foot spread; heat toler-ant.

— “Fall Fiesta,” a sugar maple with green, orange and red on one tree for a spectacular fall show; rapid grower, 50 to 75 feet high with upright, round-ed habit, very symmetrical.

— “Royal Raindrop” flowering crab-tree, red-leaved, 25 feet tall and 20 feet wide, burgundy flower, no disease problems, doesn’t require spraying.

— “Crimson Frost” birch, accent tree with rich foliage and narrow up-right shape; resistant to bronze birch borer; likes moist soils, slightly acidic; full sun. u

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Buying organic used to imply a degree of sacri� ce on the part of consumers. Once upon a time,

your average sea sponge could tell the di� erence between expensive, less shapely organic produce and outsized non-organic counterparts, gleaming with pesticide-herbicide-chemical-fertilizer-enhanced perfection.

Organic foods have come a long way. With many more producers and improved growing methods feeding growing demand, the only certain giveaway now is the “organic” label. Even cost is no longer an indicator.

Beer drinkers are no more united in their opinions than any other group of people. Some couldn’t care less what they drink as long as it is ice-cold and cheap; others care deeply where their beer comes from and how it is made.

Brewers are making it easier for their customers by producing a growing list of organic choices (200-plus according to BeerAdvocate.com) in a pleasing variety of styles. Colorado’s New Bel-gium Brewing Co. takes the concept far beyond their organic o� ering, in-corporating energy-saving green tech-nology in their brewing operation.

Environmental goodness looks good

on paper, but how does it compare in � avor and cost? A� er a quick visit to the beer store, I came away with Mothership Wit from New Belgium Brewing Co., and Weizen Edel-Weiss from German brewer G. Schneider and Sohn. I’m happy to report that the label is the only way to know that these are anything but excellent beers in their own right.

Mothership Wit, a Belgian-style wheat beer, � lls the glass with pale gold liquid and a � zzy, short-lived head. � e light body showcases notes of co-riander woven with green apple tart-ness. Mild peppery hops dance atop an equally mild, slightly sweet malt platform. E� ervescent and refreshing on hot summer day, moderate in alco-hol content, it would be a nice comple-ment to a turkey club sandwich with a side of fresh (dare I say organic?) fruit.

Edel Weiss is a classic German hefe-weisen in appearance, smell and taste. A huge, creamy head towers over dark honey-colored liquid cloudy with yeast sediment. Spicy clove and banana es-ters rise to the nose and register � rmly on the palate at � rst sip, along with a hint of orange zest. It veers from the norm slightly with a higher degree of

hop bitterness accentuating the other � avors. � is is another delicious sum-mer brew, albeit one with enough body and warming alcohol kick for any season. It plays well with just about anything o� the grill, though I particularly like it with bratwurst and chicken fajitas.

Much as I’d like to say I su� ered in my research, there really is no eco-nomic or gastronomic sacri� ce to ei-ther of these organic brews, just loads of character and � avor.

Prost!Both available at Cedar Falls Hy-

Vee Wine and Spirits.Other locally available organic

choices: Samuel Smith Organic Ale and Organic Lager and Roots Red Ale at Roots Market in Cedar Falls. ◆

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They’ve been itching, begging and whining to go outside and play all winter.

For a few months, at least, dogs, cats and other pets will get to play outside in the warmth of the sun, romping in the green grass to their heart’s content.

But owners would do well to keep an eye on their outdoor-loving ani-mals. Garden chemicals, insects, cars and even the heat itself pose hazards for pets, say local veteri-narians.

� e biggest problem, and one of

the easiest to prevent, is heartworm disease, said Dr. Chuck Klima of Klima Small Animal Clinic in Wa-terloo.

“It’s transmitted by mosquitoes and spread from dog to dog, or cat to cat,” Klima said. “Obviously, in this area in the summertime, that’s the biggest concern.”

An easy solution is a monthly heartworm preventative given year round, either as a pill or an appli-cation on the fur. As a bonus, the treatments also normally prevent intestinal worms as well as other bothersome insects like ticks and � eas.

Once summer hits its stride, heat

stress is also a problem for pets. Dogs le� outside for long periods of time on hot summer days with-out shade or adequate water, or le� inside cars even for brief periods of time, are at risk for heat stroke or heat exhaustion.

“You can’t keep a parked car cool enough,” Klima said. “Cracking a window isn’t enough at all.”

Dr. Pat Broshar of Logan Animal Hospital in Waterloo said certain � at-faced breeds, like bulldogs, are especially at risk because they have a harder time panting and getting rid of heat.

� e best preventative is to pro-vide cool, shady areas and plenty of

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cool water for pets going out-side, and those that look over-heated should be brought in-doors and out of the sun.

More serious cases, like vomiting or not being able to stand, need to be brought into a veterinarian for immediate treatment.

Vomiting is also a serious symptom of eating toxic gar-den or automotive chemi-cals, the most dangerous of which is the sweet-tasting an-tifreeze.

“This time of year people are draining their antifreeze,” Kli-ma said. “Even a couple (of) licks of antifreeze is enough to be fatal to dogs and cats.”

Other common things for pets to ingest are ant traps, which they’ll chew on be-cause they like the taste of plastic, said Broshar.

“Most of those now are fair-ly safe,” he said. “Make sure to put those in an area (where) they can’t reach them.”

Herbicides and insecticides on the lawn, as well as chemi-cals to deter gophers and oth-er underground animals, can be dug up or get on the paws of animals. Keeping pets off the grass or washing paws when these are applied is a good prevention method.

Dogs and cats that run free also run the risk of being hit by vehicles, a problem that worsens when the weather is nice. Drivers and pet owners alike need to keep a watchful eye — because pets are eager to run, said Klima.

“They’ve been cooped up all winter just like we have. They’re ready to roll,” he said. u

Contact the writer at (319) 291-1464 or [email protected].

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Nottingham AdditionLocation: 4660 West Fourth Street near Prairie Grove Park, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 19 new lots, 61 total to be developedLot Price: Lots starting at $52,000Lot Size: Some oversized walk-outsContact: Norm Hayek Construction, (319) 236-0270 (offi ce) or(319) 240-5924 (cell), [email protected] site: www-normhayek.com

Klingaman Park 3rd AdditionLocation: Winghaven Drive, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 18 lots in developmentLot Price: Starting at $35,000Lot Size: 82’ x 130’+Contact: Young Development Co., L.C., 750 South Hackett Rd.; Gary Rankin, (319) 235-5346 or Rick Young,(319) 234-4411Description: Located in South Waterloo at the corner of Shaulis Road and Hoff Road, you’ll fi nd you’re near enough to the city to be convenient, but far enough away for the peace and quiet you’ve been looking for. Klingaman Park Home Sites are all zoned R-1 for single-family dwellings and are connected to Prairie Grove Park as well as the Shaulis Road bike path to complement an active, neighborhood oriented lifestyle.Web site: www.youngdevelopmentco.com

Audubon Heights 4th AdditionLocation: North of West Shaulis Road and East of Falcon RidgeNumber of Lots: 38 lots in developmentLot Price: TBDLot Size: 18,000 sq. ft. to 38,957 sq. ft. Contact: Steve Harbaugh, (319) 234-4402 (offi ce) or (319) 235-6649 (home)Description: Walk out lots available and great views in one of Waterloo’s most desirable residential areas.Web site: www.harbaugh-winninger.com

Ekho Ridge Townhomes Location: 4550 West Fourth Street, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 87 Townhomes/CondosContact: Ekho Ridge Development, Kris Klingaman, (319) 231-2541 or(319) 232-6868. Model Home open Sunday 1-4 pm or by appointment Description: Ekho Ridge is a new development featuring two story townhomes utilizing Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) block construction to ensure ultimate structural safety and energy effi ciency. Homeowners enjoy carefree living and use of golf course, clubhouse, fi tness center and nearby bike trails.Web site: www.ekhoridge.com

Acorn ParkLocation: Located North of University Avenue on the corner of Progress and Acorn StreetNumber of Lots: 1 unit available,8 units in developmentLot Price: $20,000Lot Size: 35’ x 150’Contact: Joe Minard Construction, Joe or Mark Minard, (319) 232-6981Description: Several fl oor plans available with covered screened

porches and large attached double garages. Wonderful protected views overlooking private park area. Prices starting at just $147,900.

Pine MeadowsLocation: NW Waterloo between Progress Avenue and South Hackett Road off of Farrington Road, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 3 of 7 available Lot Price: $95,000 to $120,000Lot Size: 1.45 acres, 1.60 acres,1.95 acresContact: David LeCompte,833-5428 ext. 111Description: Large lots in town. A lot of mature trees, seclusion from neighbors and only 3/4 of a mile to bike trail. All lots are on a curb and gutter, private drive.

Huntington RidgeLocation: Huntington Ridge is located on the East edge of Cedar Falls, touching the western border of Waterloo.Number of Lots: 41 lots available for development with 41 additional planned lotsLot Price: Starting at $29,500, homes starting at $160,000Contact: Inspired Realty,(319) 277-1077 (offi ce),Chris Noland, (319) 231-1919 orJake Huff, (319) 415-6226Description: It is a 20 acre subdivision with a horseshoe drive. Its location puts it minutes from the new Wal-Mart and Theater complex on Viking Drive.Web site: www.regencyhomes.com

Legend Trail DevelopmentLocation: Intersection of Highways 14 and 57, ParkersburgNumber of Lots: 80 Single family lots, 20 Patio Home lotsLot Price: Patio Home lots starting @ $19,500, other lots $38,500 to $44,900Lot Size: ¼ acre and upContacts: Gloria Mueller, (319) 230-2777,Denny Lenth, (319) 231-3609,Oakridge Realtors, (319) 231-3609 or REMAX Home Group, (319) 266-7100Description: Country living at its best! Offering in-town amenities in a country atmosphere. Twenty-fi ve minutes to Cedar Falls. Beautiful subdivision offering large lots. A 9-hole golf course. Lots available for single-family and patio homes. Call for tee time: (319) 346-1499.Web site: www.legendtraildevelopment.com

Graceland TerraceLocation: Ansborough Avenue andWest Fourth Street, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 36 units in developmentUnit Price: $160,000Contact: Don Blake, (319) 233-9140or Adam Blake, (319) 233-9140Description: No stairs, all on one level, ranch style condominiums. Completion of 120 units in spring of 2006.

South Fork 1st AdditionLocation: Near South Hills Golf Course, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 27 lots developed,2 lots availableLot Price: $40,000Lot Size: 80’ x 163’

Contact: Joe Minard Construction,Joe or Mark Minard, (319) 232-6981Description: Large lots available with garden view potential.

Summerland ParkLocation: Half a mile South off Dysart Road in WaterlooNumber of Lots: 84Unit Price: Lots starting at $15,900, Twin Homes starting at $129,900, Single Family Homes starting at $169,000Contact: Oakridge Realtors, Eric Rose, (319) 961-4005 or Melissa Navarro, (319) 303-3489Description: Several fl oor plans available with covered screened porches and large attached double garages. Wonderful panoramic views overlooking pond and park area. Website: www.summerlandpark.com

Kalsem’s 3rd AdditionLocation: Off Texas Street and Thistledown Drive, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 16 lots in developmentLot Price: Starting at $29,999Lot Size: Average 2/5 acreContact: Roger Kalsem, (319) 296-2236Description: Timber and wildlife nearby, isolated area, and city infrastructure. Close in!

Green Creek 1st AdditionLocation: Green Creek Road,Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 25 lots in developmentLot Price: Starting at $32,000Lot Size: 70’ x 120’Contact: Young Development Co., L.C.,750 South Hackett Road, Waterloo,Gary Rankin, (319) 235-5346 orRick Young, (319) 234-4411Description: Green Creek Addition is a newly subdivided area south of Greenhill Road and east of Rownd Street in Cedar Falls. The lots in Green Creek addition were designed and priced to accommodate moderately priced homes. The location is convenient to both Cedar Falls and Waterloo as well as shopping, schools and churches.Web site: www.youngdevelopmentco.com

Briarwood HillsLocation: Near Greenhill Road,Knoll Ridge Drive and Valley High Drive, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 45 planned lotsLot Price: $52,600Lot Size: 0.25 to 0.45 acresContact: Jim Benda, Lockard Realty4510 Prairie Pkwy., Cedar FallsOffi ce: (319) 277-8000,Cell: (319) 239-2600Description: Booming residential subdivision off Greenhill Road in central metro location. Bike trail, Orchard Hill Park, and close shopping are just a few of the amenities you will enjoy here. Park and walk-out lots still available.Web site: www.jimbenda.com

Greenhill VillageLocation: Near the Hudson Road and Greenhill Road intersection, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 5 phases of development with 49 available lotsLot Price: Starting at $36,500Lot Size: 0.21 to .049 acre

Contact: Inspired Realty,(319) 277-1077 (offi ce),Chris Noland, (319) 231-1919or Jake Huff, (319) 415-6226Description: Greenhill Village is a 156 acre planned sub-division located on the Southwest edge of Cedar Falls. It features a fi ve acre city park, and 36 acres along Greenhill will be devoted to commercial development to serve the local community. The area is adjacent to the bike trails and Prairie Lakes Park.Web site: www.regencyhomes.com

Lexington Heights Phase 4Location: 12th Street NW, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: Phase 4 has 6 lots availableLot Price: $65,000Contact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055Description: Premium building lots located in western Cedar Falls, near the UNI campus and in a great school district. Single family residential homes. Walk-out possibilities on nice sized lots. Ask about our “Turn-Key” program.Web site: www.bnkd.org

Autumn RidgeLocation: 500 block of Union RoadNumber of Lots: 8 Garden Home lots currently available & 2 Ledges Retirement Condominium buildings Lot Price: call for detailsLot Size: call for detailsContact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055Description: A leisure living community comprised of retirement condominiums and Garden Homes for residents over 50 years of age. Second phase of development will be family living. Located close to shopping as well as a golf course.Web site: www.bnkd.org

Fieldstone Addition Phase 3Location: On Union Road just north of Pheasant Ridge Golf Course, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: Phase 3 has 44 lots in developmentLot Price: $61,000 to $115,000Lot Size: 1/3 to 3/4 acreContact: Sam Runyan, Sam Runyan Homes, Inc., (319) 404-8333 orGeorge Lansink, Lansink Homes, Inc., (319) 269-1457Description: From construction integrity of the homes, to the close knit neighborhood, to the proximity to schools, your next dream home can be waiting for you in Fieldstone. Compare Fieldstone to the others! You’ll see the difference.Web sites: www.forsalebyrunyan.com or www.lansinkhomes.com

Pheasant Hollow Phase 3Location: Northwestern Cedar Falls at the west end of Fourth Street and Apollo, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 32 lots in developmentLot Price: $45,000 to $60,000Lot Size: 85’- 100’ frontage x 130’+ deepContact: (319) 235-6234 or Rick Young, Young Development Company,(319) 235-5346Description: A continuation of the highly desired Pheasant Hollow

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Winding Ridge EstatesLocation: Off of West First Street west of Thunder Ridge MallNumber of Lots: 14 lots available for developmentLot Price: $62,500 to $98,000Lot Size: 1/2 acre to 1 1/2 acreContact: Bob Smith Sr., Four Seasons Realtors, (319) 269-5712; Steve Knapp, Lockard Realty (319) 236-2000Description: Enjoy this exclusive new development in western Cedar Falls. Homes are priced in the $450,000 range. No thru traffi c, all cul-de-sac streets. Most lots are rear walk-out. City water and sewer. Utilities at the curb. Extensive landscaping at the entrance with two ponds.Web site: www.windingridgeestates.com

The RidgesLocation: Off of West First Street north of Thunder Ridge MallNumber of Lots: 6 phases of development with 47 available lotsLot Price: Starting at $60,000Lot Size: 1/3 to 1/2 acreContact: Steve Burrell, RE/MAX Cedar Valley, (319) 239-2485Description: One of a kind, executive style subdivision. Private pool and clubhouse.Web site: www.theridges.com

Boulevard HeightsLocation: South State St., DenverNumber of Lots: 33Lot Price: $48,000-$65,000Lot Size: 114’ x 135’ to 90’ x 196’Contact: Marvin Schmacher, SEC Development, (319) 240-3360 Description: Located in Bremer County on the South edge of Denver, boasts large lots with wide streets. Only 10 minutes to Waterloo or Waverly. Low property taxes. Excellent schools and new athletic complex in walking distance. New library, community center, grocery and drug stores, golf course, swimming pool and bike trail. Denver is rated by Progressive Farmer magazine as the 8th best place to live in the Midwest.Web site: www.boulevard-heights.com

Schons AdditionLocation: Near Meyers Lake, South of Gilbert Drive, EvansdaleNumber of Lots: 5 lots in developmentLot Price: $22,000Lot Size: 11,250 sq. ft.Contact: Dean Anfi nson,(319) 291-6292Description: Large lots, quiet neighborhood, near schools, parks, and lake. Low taxes and Waterloo schools.

Ames Addition IILocation: North Central Evansdale, North Heather Ave., EvansdaleNumber of Lots: 16 lots in developmentLot Price: $22,000Lot Size: 8,300 sq. ft.Contact: Kelsey Ames, (319) 232-3554Description: 3 bedroom homes under $150,000 or build your own. Waterloo School District- close to schools. Low property taxes.

Prairie AdditionLocation: SE Evansdale, near I-380, exit, EvansdaleNumber of Lots: 50 lots in developmentLot Price: $22,500Lot Size: 9,000 sq. ft.Contact: Deb Porter, (319) 493-4692Description: Waterloo Schools, easy access to I-380 and low property taxes.

Hillside at Highland Location: Madison and Monroe Streets at Arizona Street, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 10 lot availableLot Price: $15,000Lot Size: 50’ to 128’Contact: David Deeds, Cedar Valley Restoration and Development,(319) 433-0210 or Carole Deeds,Deeds Real Estate, (319) 231-8640Description: Great new neighborhood in a great existing neighborhood. One and two story homes on large lots serviced by hard surface alley. One block to elementary school and one block to Waterloo’s only National Register Historic District. Partially exposed/walkout basements possible on some lots. All units built to Energy Star rating standards.Web site: www.cvrd.info

Elk Run 2nd AdditionLocation: Between Lafeyette Road and Dubuque Road on Gray Street, Elk Run HeightsContact: Jim Sands, (319) 277-6500

Park Meadows CondominiumsLocation: West side of Waverly off of 24th Street NW, WaverlyNumber of Lots: 6 units available 22 units in developmentLot Price: Lot sold only with condoLot Size: 80’ widths with no rear neighborsContact: Scott Ramker, Ramker Construction & Supply, Inc.,(319) 352-4286Description: Condominium development located in a residential neighborhood. Several different fl oor plans to choose from. Snow removal and lawn mowing provided through a condo association. Home atmosphere at an affordable price.Web site: www.ramker.com

Parkview EstatesLocation: West side of Waverly off of 24th Street NW, WaverlyNumber of Lots: 12 lots available, 25 lots in developmentLot Price: $29,000-$35,000Lot Size: 82’ x 169’ and 82’ by 184’Contact: Scott Ramker, Ramker Construction & Supply, Inc.,(319) 352-4286Web site: www.ramker.com

Willow Lawn 4th AdditionLocation: West Bremer Avenue and 24th Street, WaverlyNumber of Lots: 8 lots availableLot Price: Starting at $25,000Lot Size: 1/3-1/2 acreContact: Scott Ramker, Ramker Construction & Supply, Inc.,(319) 352-4286 Description: Quiet friendly neighborhood conveniently located

near library, day care, schools, park and playground. Appealing lot sizes at affordable prices include all city services, paved streets and sidewalks. Each home in subdivision is uniquely different. The subdivision is ideally located and easily accessible to both major highways.Web site: www.ramker.com

Impala AdditionLocation: NE Waverly just off Cedar LaneNumber of Lots: 36 lots in development, 18 AvailableLot Price: Starting at $40,000Lot Size: 1/2 AcreContact: J.D. Francis, (319) 352-3329Description: New NE Waverly Subdivision. Spacious country views, lots with trees. Choose your own builder.

Rolling Meadows AdditionLocation: SW WaverlyNumber of Lots: 17 plus future development of 22 lotsLot Price: $24,000 to $30,000Lot Size: Various starting at 60’x125’Contact: Larry Oltrogge,(319) 239-9009Description: Waverly’s most popular newer subdivision with 70 lots sold in the past six years.Web site: www.prudentialone.com

Stone Haven AdditionLocation: SW Waverly, Near Hwy 218 CorridorNumber of Lots: 8 AvailableLot Price: Starting at $38,000Lot Size: .30-.40 AcresContact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055Description: Single Family Residential Neighborhood. A Convenient location, only 15 minutes from Cedar Falls, and a mere minutes from grocery store and shopping. Some Walk-out lots available. Award winning school district. Ask about our “Turn-Key” Program.Web site: www.bnkd.org

Centennial Oaks EstatesLocation: In south Waverly near golf course and city limitsNumber of Lots: 44 lots available, 208 lots in developmentLot Price: $60,000-$100,000Lot Size: 1/4 to 1/2 acreContact: John McKee, John McKee Development, Inc., (319) 352-4146 Description: Links-style 18 hole golf course with single family building lots and condo style cluster homes with city services. Clubhouse with sports bar/restaurant and fi ne dining restaurant. College community. 15 minutes to Cedar Falls shopping.Web site: www.centennialoaks.com

Prairie Park AdditionLocation: North Waverly, Near Horton Road and Cedar LaneNumber of Lots: 22 AvailableLot Price: Starting at $35,000Lot Size: 1/3 AcreContact: Dennis Happel or Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development,(319) 352-0055

Description: Single Family Residential neighborhood nestled amongst soft hills and set with a park centralized for everyone’s enjoyment. Award winning school district. 20 minute drive from Cedar Falls. Ask about our “Turn Key” program.Web site: www.bnkd.org

Copper RidgeLocation: Ninth Street NE, WaverlyNumber of Lots: 3 AvailableLot Price: Starting at $56,500Lot Size: 3/4 - 1 AcreContact: Brian Happel, B.N.K.D. Real Estate Development, (319) 352-0055 Description: Wooded lots with walk-out possibilities. Watch from your windows as deer and turkey stroll through your backyard while you enjoy your spacious lot. Award Winning School District. Ask about our “Turn Key” Program.Web site: www.bnkd.org

Highpoint AdditionLocation: Hwy. 3 east to 12th Street, NE WaverlyNumber of Lots: 56 lots total (43 acres), 1st phase started in 2003 with 28 lots on 19.86 acresLot Price: Starting at $55,000Lot Size: 1/3 acre to approximately 3/4 acreContact: Dawn Tobin, (319) 352-3202 Description: Gracious country living in the city. Set in the friendly community of Waverly with Hwy. 218 access and only 15 minutes from Cedar Falls and Waterloo. Hills and wooded areas with plenty of wildlife. Featuring extra large spacious lots for privacy. Homes priced at $250,000 plus. Choose your own builder.

Rolling Hills AdditionLocation: South off Hwy. 3, east between 30th Street SE and 39th Street SE, WaverlyNumber of Lots: Phase I-33 lots available; Pase II-plus R-4 condo single homesLot Price: average price $26,000Lot Size: 75’ x120’ to 100’ x 147’Contact: Bob Klapperich, Town and Country Homes, (319) 352-5313Description: Rural setting development with paved streets, all city services and bike trail connection. Favorable tax rates in a growing community. Ask about the no construction loan.

Winchester AdditionsLocation: NE HudsonContact: Bob Claassen, (319) 236-1900Description: Ranch style condominiums

Prairie Ridge 1st AdditionLocation: NE HudsonNumber of Lots: All lots sold - More lots comingLot Price: Call for detailsLot Size: 108’ x 180’ to 100’ x 180’Contact: Bill Claassen, (319) 233-5438Description: Large, 0.4 acre plus single-family lots in desirable area of Hudson and many lots with walk-out potential.

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Fox Ridge AdditionLocation: On Fox Ridge Golf Course, DikeNumber of Lots: 86 lots on front 9, 3 lots available. 52 lots will be developed on back 9Lot Price: $44,000-$48,000Lot Size: 100’ x 150’ to 125’ x 200’Contact: Gene Drachenberg, Lockard Realty-Dike, (319) 989-2354Description: Fox Ridge Addition is located on the Fox Ridge Golf Course in the small town of Dike. Located 10 miles from the Cedar Falls/Waterloo area. Fox Ridge Addition has a gorgeous clubhouse, health club, and an 18 hole golf course. Homes range from $280,000 to $400,000. Dike-New Hartford School District. Call Gene for a tour.

Gilbertville North TownhomesLocation: Minutes from Waterloo. Just south of Hwy 20 and 1 block east of 1st Street in Gilbertville, IANumber of Lots: 6 Duplex Lots available with one 4-plex Condominium and one Duplex Townhome completeLot Price: Lots sold only with unitsLot Size: 85’ and 95’ widthsContact: Timberwolf Development, 5936 Westminister Drive, Cedar Falls; (319) 268-1669 or (319) 266-5827; Wendy Jorgensen, (319) 404-3944Description: Finally maintenance-free luxury living in Gilbertville. Convenience and maintenance free living. Open designs, vaulted ceilings, main fl oor laundry, gorgeous oak cupboards and woodwork. Handicap accessible with 36” doorways. Snow removal and mowing provided through condo association.Web site: www.jorgensenconstruction.com

Royal Ridge SubdivisionLocation: North of RaymondNumber of Lots: 9 of 18 availableLot Price: Starting at $26,950Lot Size: 1/3 acreContact: Rick D. Schoulte,(319) 610-2003 or (319) 236-2225Description: Royal Ridge Subdivision on The North Edge of Raymond has spacious 100 foot wide and wider lots suited for $150,000 to $185,000 single family homes. City services on paved streets with curb and gutter. Country living, low taxes, yet only minutes to Waterloo shopping by interstate.

Heritage Hills EstatesLocation: One block East of Main Street and North of Greenhill Road, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 35 available for saleLot Price: $42,500-$45,000Lot Size: 75’ x 140’Contact: Developer/Realtor,Craig Fairbanks, Fairbanks Builders,(319) 404-0412Description: Central Cedar Falls Location, off Greenhill Rd., near Covenant Medical Clinic and Allen Clinic. Southdale school location. Great for Home Building in the low $200,000 to $400,000. Priced from $38,900. Craftsman home themed neighborhood. Choose one of our builder’s or build your own. Twin home lots available.Web site: www.heritagehillsestates.com

Water Streets Flats and RowhousesLocation: On the Cedar River and Riverwalk loop between East Seventh and EighthStreets, WaterlooNumber of Lots: Phase 1, 6 unitsLot Price: Included with unitLot Size: N/AContact: David Deeds, Cedar Valley Restoration and Development, (319) 433-0210; Carole Deeds, Deeds Real Estate, (319) 231-8640Description: New construction fl ats and rowhouses located on the Cedar River and the Downtown Waterloo Riverwalk Loop and recreational trails. High end fi nishes, indoor attached parking, large units with great views, walk to downtown dining, entertainment, and employers. All units built to Energy Star rating standards.Web site: www.cvrd.info

Riverfront VillageLocation: Adjacent to Water Streets Flats and Rowhouses on East Eighth and Lafayette Streets, Downtown WaterlooNumber of Lots: 7 lotsLot Price: Included with houseLot Size: 40’ x 100’ plus private drive and neighborhood parkContact: David Deeds, Cedar Valley Restoration and Development, (319) 433-0210; Carole Deeds, Deeds Real Estate, (319) 231-8640Description: Architecturally interesting new single family homes. Homeowner’s association, private drive, and neighborhood park. One block to Downtown Waterloo Riverwalk Loop and recreational trails; walk to dining, entertainment, and employers. All units built to Energy Star rating standards.Web site: www.cvrd.info

Nordic RidgeLocation: Off South Main Street,1/4 mile south of Greenhill RoadNumber of Lots: 33 completed; 11available for purchase;42 to be developedLot Price: From $39,000Lot Size: 10,100 SF to 16,580 SFContact: Kyle Helland, (319) 231-9430 Description: Nice Selection of lots with walk-out and garden-view layouts available. Great Cedar Falls location. Use your own plan and builder or we can make some recommendations. Check the web site or call us for all the details. Web site: www.nordicridge.net

Quail Ridge AdditionLocation: Quail Ridge is located along the south side of West 12th Street near Birdsall ParkNumber of Lots: 38 lots available for developmentLot Size: 0.3 to 0.7 acresContact: Kevin Fittro, Skogman Homes Web site: www.Skogmanhomes.com

University MeadowsLocation: University Meadows is located along the east side of Hudson Road and north of Laverne Lane

Number of Lots: 41 planned lotsLot Size: 0.23 to 0.29 acresContact: HiBake L.L.C.

Viking Hills 3rd AdditionLocation: This development is located at the east end of Erik Road and Danish DriveNumber of Lots: 11 lots available for developmentLot Size: 0.18 to 0.34 acresContact: Michael Geisler

Hanna Park AdditionLocation: North of Green Hill on Valley High Drive, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 38Lot Price: Starting at $46,000Lot Size: 80’ X 160’Contact: Joe, Mark or Matt Minard, (319) 232-6981Description: These centrally located, Cedar Falls single family homes adjoin an established neighborhood and will offer 3 stall garages and scenic park views. Homes starting at $250,000.

Legacy CoveLocation: Orchard Drive and Cedar Heights, just east of Mallard Point, Cedar FallsNumber of Lots: 36 condo unitsContact: Joe, Mark or Matt Minard, (319) 232-6981Description: This centrally located Cedar Falls Development offers one level ranch condos with attached garages, and two level 8-plex plans with lower level handicap accessible units.

Upper Ridge Estates Location: West Schrock Road and Pirate Street in Hudson, IANumber of Lots: 27 availableLot Price: Starting at $32,900Lot Size: 11,000 Sq. Ft - 30,788 Sq. Ft.Contact: Walt or Dianna Weber(319) 988-3587Description: Hudson is a growing community with excellent schools, a new library, bike trail connection and friendly people, located only 10 minutes from Waterloo and Cedar Falls. 100 foot frontages and walk-outs available. All streets and city services, sidewalks and walking distance to athletic complex.Web site: www.upperridgeestates.com

Sunset Knolls Location: Pleasant and Conn Streets in ParkersburgNumber of Lots: 4 Lots remainLot Price: Starting at $13,000Lot Size: Starting at 80’ x 125’Contact: Bob Claassen, (319) 230-1931Description: Very affordable lots located on quiet streets close to schools.

Audubon Park 6th Addition Location: Red Tail Drive, at north end of Harbin Drive, WaterlooNumber of Lots: 24 LotsLot Price: Starting at $39,000Lot Size: 1/3 to over 3/4 acreContact: Bob Claassen, (319) 230-1931Description: New development in south Waterloo. Lots suitable for single-

family and condominium dwellings. Many lots are walk-out suitable. Condo units completed and move-in ready!

Whispering Pines Addition Location: Southeast corner of Greenhill Road and Oster Parkway, South Cedar FallsNumber of Units: 48 Units availableUnit Price: Starting at $193,000Contact: Gene Drachenberg, Lockard Realty, (319) 610-5050Description: Single level and story and half plans available, optional fi nished basements, many interior fi nish options, attached double garage, extensive landscaping.Web site: www.moellerandwalter.com orwww.lockardonline.com

Sweet 1st Addition Location: La Porte City, South edge of town along Highway 218Number of Lots: 30 LotsLot Price: $24,000 - $27,500Lot Size: varying lot sizes - averages 10,000 square feetContact: City Hall (319) 342-3396 or e-mail at [email protected]: New subdivision with cozy small town feel.Web site: www.laportcityia.com

Shadow Creek CrossingCondominiums Location: Near Crossroads, behind Olive GardenNumber of Lots: 141 units in the developmentLot Price: Lot sold only with homeLot Size: CommonContact: Pat Meinders, (319) 239-4770 and Karen Kayser, (319) 493-2402 of ReMax Home GroupDescription: 2 & 3 bedroom homes. All homes include master baths, vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, stainless steel looking appliances, deck, attached garage, full fi nishable basements with egress window and plumbed for additional bath.Web sites: PatMeinders.comand KarenKayser.com

Williams Second EditionLocation: West of Waverly on Hwy 3 to Shell Rock on the Northeast side at the edge of the city limits. Behind the Care Center, The Meadows.Number of Lots: 13 Lots AvailableLot Price: $16,500 - $29,500Lot Size: 1/3 - ¼ AcreContact: Penny Wosepka, (319) 404-2478; Mark Wosepka, (319) 404-1078, Crown Pointe Investments, LLC

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