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Member Meetings ...........................25

Member Recruitment ......................26

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This year the Tour of Remodeled Homes offers 16 amazing remodeling projects on display August 11 and 12 throughout Louisville. Our Registered Re-modelors have created a home showcase that is a fine display of their talents as craftsmen and women with projects ranging from kitchen and bath remodels to room additions and whole house remodels. The Tour of Remodeled Homes is in its 27th year and is sponsored by Bonnycastle Appliance &TV and Pella. This show continues to grow in popularity as more and more Louisville residents consider re-modeling their existing homes. As we all know, one of Louisville’s many strengths is the quality of place it offers those who live here. Many people consider remodeling because they love the place and area in which they live, but want to modify their home to better fit their current lifestyle. This year’s Tour of Remodeled Homes offers many examples of ways in which homes have been remodeled and reconfigured to fit the changing needs of families and lifestyles.

In addition to showcasing the tremendous work of our Registered Remodelors, the Tour of Remod-eled Homes offers an opportunity for hundreds of Home Builders Association of Louisville members to display and showcase their products and services. This event is yet another way that the Home Builders Association of Louisville continues to connect you to customers. We are not only connecting you with those who attend the Tour, but also to potential customers who receive our Tour of Remodeled Homes Show Guide, which is direct mailed to roughly 26,000 qual-ified households in the Louisville area. Members who participate in the Tour also gain exposure through our

website and use of social media to promote the show, which has a growing following. The Tour of Remod-eled Homes Facebook page is an outstanding way for member businesses to promote their participation in the Show and we encourage members to post on the page and drive your existing customers to the Tour to see your talents on display.

I hope all of our members take the time to enjoy some if not all of the projects on this year’s Tour of Remodeled Homes. Members can purchase discount tickets by contacting the Association for only $6, a 40% discount off regular admission. These discounted tickets help to make it affordable for you to encour-age your potential customers to see your work and products so that you can hopefully gain more busi-ness. Helping you increase your customer base and improve your bottom line is our goal here at the as-sociation. Visit the Tour August 11th and 12th. Don’t for-get, you can start at any home on the Tour and visit some or all 16 homes on the showcase throughout the weekend. Visit HBAL.com for a map and other details about this signature event produced by the Home Builders Association of Louisville.

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The 27th Annual Tour of Remodeled Homes will feature 16 projects across Louisville ranging from bathroom remodels to whole house remodels and major additions. Once again the Tour of Remodeled Homes is an excellent display of the outstanding craftsmanship of our Registered Remodelors. Remodeling continues to be a popular choice for Louisville residents because so many people thoroughly enjoy their neighborhood, but want to modify their home to better fit their current lifestyle. The Tour of Remodeled Homes grows in popularity each year

and it is assured to be a popular showcase this year with 16 beautiful projects on display. Make plans to visit all 16 projects during the Tour August 11 and 12. Purchase your ticket and start at any home on the Tour. Tickets are only $10 per person for adults; kids under 6 years old are free. Discount tickets can be purchased in advance by HBAL members, see page 9 for an order form.

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Here’s a sneak peek at the projects on display:

Rick Allison and Tom KruseKruse Allison Construction Co., Inc.

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Brandon BaileyBailey Remodeling & Construction, LLC

8607 Cheltenham Court, 40222

Donna DuselTectonics, Inc.

5312 Hempstead Road, 40207

Robert Eberenz, Jr.Robert L. Eberenz, Jr. Builder, LLC

6805 Windham Parkway, 40059

Joe FrenchLouisville Handyman, Inc.

1654 Cherokee Road, 40205

Brad HicksBradley Homes, Inc.

11001 Park Road, 40223

Penny LoveDesign Innovations, Inc.

5700 Harrods Glen Drive, 40059

Karen McKechnieStonehenge Construction LLC & Sons

1010 Lake Forest Parkway, 40245


William NunnelleyWm. Nunnelley, Inc. Architect/Builder

19 Rio Vista Drive, 40207

Ron PetajaPetaja Builders, LLC

2606 McCoy Way, 40205

Rob PetersonRobert A. Peterson Jr. Co., Inc.

3809 Flowering Grove Court, 40241

Jeff SmithInsuramax Contractors, LLC

6205 Two Springs Lane, 40207

Kiel ThomsonKeil Thompson Company

2127 Edgehill, 40205

Pat WissingWissing Contracting Company, Inc.

1810 Knollwood Road, 40207

Ron WolfordWolford Building & Remodeling

6007 Orion, 40222

Ron WolfordWolford Building & Remodeling

2325 Woodford Place, 40206

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Projects will be open between the hours of 12 noon and 6 p.m. both Saturday, August 11th & Sunday, August 12th. You will be able to visit all 16 tour projects for the cost of a $5 ticket. Regular adult admission is $10; children under 6 are free.

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Goal-setting is the foundation of every successful venture. Without a goal, it’s hard to find the right path to achieve success. This year, HBAL has clearly defined its membership goal and is working stead-fast to achieve it. The “BEAT 2011” campaign stems from NAHB’s national campaign that encourages local HBAs to beat last year’s re-cruitment numbers. According to HBAL Membership Manager Ni-cole Bouchard, the number to “beat” is 200. “Last year’s membership drive resulted in close to 200 new members. We hope to reach that and even exceed it,” she said. As the second largest HBA in the country, HBAL is no stranger to successfully recruiting members. This year, however, there’s a sense of renewed commitment to maintaining that designation and working together to ensure HBAL remains a strong representative for the local home building industry. “Membership is the backbone of the associa-tion, and it is important to have strength in numbers in order to have our voice heard when it comes to issues all construction industry busi-nesses need help with. With our yearlong campaign, we hope to keep everyone thinking about membership all year long,” HBAL Member-ship Chair Bob Thieneman Jr., R.J. Thieneman Company, said.

Incentives Help Fuel Momentum Top Recruiter Could Win an iPadAdditional incentives for recruiting members stem from the state and national associations. Bouchard noted that local HBAs have a chance to win an IPad for the association’s use. “A top recruiter in our size category could also win an IPad for their personal use,” she added. John Miranda, Pinnacle Properties, serves as NAHB’s member-

ship vice chairman. He explained the incentives, “NAHB set the charge among the national membership leadership to come up with innovative, out-of-the box ideas to improve membership. The Na-tional Membership Committee, along with three members from the National Executive Officers Committee, including our local Execu-tive Officer Chuck Kavanaugh, met several times and came up with a ‘game changer’ plan to improve our membership numbers - BEAT 2011. Simply put, any local association that increases their member-ship in 2012 over 2011 membership total will be rebated one-half of the national association dues for the incremental increase. Our hope is that those potential dollars will be invested by the local associations to promote membership and keep it at the forefront the entire year.” According to Miranda, membership on the national level is show-ing signs of improvement. “It appears to be working. Membership is growing nationally for the first time since 2007,” he added.

Annual Fall Membership Drive to Promote Friendly CompetitionOn September 25, HBAL will conduct its annual membership drive comprised of teams that will compete to recruit the most members by phone. Bouchard said that team captains are already hard at work assembling their teams. “We will have our end-of-year contest for the members who have recruited for the entire year. Those prizes will be awarded at our November General Membership Meeting, which is also Spike Appreciation Night,” she said. (Bullitt, Shelby and Oldham County Councils will also enjoy a little friendly competition as they compete to recruit the most members in a one-day membership drive on August 15.)

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Retention Percentage ImprovingRetention is a big key to ensuring a successful association. HBAL Re-tention Committee Chair Dale Hellmann, Prudential Heating and Air Conditioning Company, said that his committee is working hard to remind members of the value of their HBAL connection. “We are going over the list we have of people whose membership is about to expire and reminding them how important it is to be a member. We’re focusing on the value of networking, insurance, government affairs and the advertising opportunities,” he said. According to Hellmann, the 2011 retention number was 79 percent. “We are up to 81.1 percent now, so we are slowly moving up,” he added.

What Efforts Has the Association Taken So Far This Year to Promote Membership?“Thus far, we have highlighted membership through recognition and prizes for new members and top recruiters each month at our board meetings,” Thieneman explained. “At the meetings, we draw the name of one new member and the name of someone who has recruited at least one new member that month. Each receive $100 and each is recognized in Louisville Builder. In addition, we have created an index card with simple bullet points on it about the benefits of membership. Each member, especially board members, are asked to carry two of these cards with them at all times. One for themselves, and one to give

to prospective members. At association functions, a member will be asked at random to present his or her cards, and if he or she has them, they win $10 on the spot,” he said.

How Can You Communicate the Advantages of Joining HBAL?There are many reasons why it makes sense to be a member of HBAL, and members are encouraged to share those with vendors, clients and others. Thieneman cited several reasons why it makes sense to take advantage of being an HBAL member. “We are the second largest association in the country for a number of reasons: the leadership that has existed since its inception, the great programs like; Registered Builder, the insurance program, our great staff and facilities, as well as our education program. When you are considering joining HBAL, you have to ask yourself, ‘Do I want to grow my business? Will I re-duce costs for my company? Do I believe in the need to encourage quality and affordable homeownership? If the answer to any of these three questions is yes, then joining HBAL is a good decision for you!” Thieneman further explained that current members are the best salespeople for the association. “Our industry needs all the help we can get, and for many people, it’s just a matter of asking them to join. The benefits of membership ensure they stay. The national “BEAT 2011” campaign is a bold way to show all the local and state HBAs just how crucial membership is.”

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The collective spirit of giving and providing service for others is thriv-ing within HBAL’s Building Industry Charitable Foundation (BICF), which has made lasting impacts in the lives of area families this year, including tornado victims and two families with children that have spe-cial needs. By taking the initiative and seeking out ways the local home building industry can make a difference in the community through charitable giving, HBAL members and area partners have demonstrated the power of collaboration and simply “doing good” for others.

HBAL Members and Partners Donate $10,000 to Habitat in Henryville, INIn conjunction with the Home Builders Association of Southern Indi-ana and the Indiana Builders Association, HBAL donated $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Indiana in late June to assist with rebuilding efforts following a devastating tornado that tore through Henryville, In., in early March. The money was the first donation toward the Hab-itat rebuilding project in Henryville, which is located approximately 20 miles north of Louisville. The project will consist of a total of 20 newly built homes in tornado-devastated areas in the state. Ten homes will be built for victims of the recent events in the Twin Oaks neighborhood during a building blitz scheduled for the second week of September. Davis Boland, Boland Maloney Lumber, commented on the op-portunity to help neighbors in need. “The mission of BICF is to in-tegrate the charitable needs of our community with the philanthropic goals of HBAL. Raising money for this cause and being able to do-nate it to such an outstanding organization that will be able to quickly build homes and return some sense of normal back into the lives of

affected neighbors completely fulfills our goals as a foundation and makes us happy that we are able to help in this relatively small way.” HBAL Executive Vice President Chuck Kavanaugh explained that the online giving function that supports BICF enabled fundraising for this project. “We utilized the charitable foundation’s online giving capabilities to raise money for this project. We made a special appeal to builders on both sides of the river. We called the Southern Indiana Home Builders Association to see if they would be interested, and they agreed,” he said. Kavanaugh emphasized the importance of this partnership. “In the past, we haven’t had a lot of opportunities to work together. This was a chance to bring our associations together and be able to use our resources to do something for people in need. We had members who were volunteering their time to help the tornado victims of course, but this was a way we could do something as an as-sociation with our partners to the north,” he explained. The Henryville Habitat Project is seeking volunteers, partners and anyone who may be interested in helping with this project. For more information, visit habitatindiana.org.

Children with Special Needs Receive Their ‘Dream’ PlayhousesHomearama 2012 featured two playhouses this year, courtesy of BICF and its partners, Kosair Charities and YouthBuild Louisville. Posi-tioned at both sites, Rock Springs and Shakes Run, the playhouses demonstrated HBAL’s commitment to the community and the re-sourcefulness and generosity of its members. The BICF playhouses were revealed to the families and community partners on the Youth-Build Louisville campus Thursday, June 28. In addition to the re-

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cipient families, there were many guests who recognized the impact of the project, including Louisville Metro Mayor Greg Fischer who addressed the crowd and spoke about how collaborative projects such as this are an example of how compassionate Louisville residents and businesses are toward one another. Dustin Childers, the father of last year’s playhouse recipient, Addison Childers, spoke about how the project has made a difference in her life. “Addison has a life with a lot of ‘no’s. No, you can’t go and play on that. No, you can’t take your wheelchair there because it might get stuck. What this playhouse has been is a big ‘yes’ for Addie. Whenever she wants to go out there, it’s a yes,” he told the crowd. Other speakers included representatives from Kosair Charities and YouthBuild, including YouthBuild Executive Director Lynn Rippy who commented on the value this project brings for her organiza-tion, “We are really excited to be part of the BICF playhouse program because it gives our young people a chance to work side-by-side with some of the best builders and remodelers here in town.” This year’s playhouse recipients were twin boys Joshua and Nicholas of the Corbett family and young daughter Elizabeth of the Bromley Family. The Corbett’s worked with Pat Durham, Pat Durham Builder, and interior designer Lisa Lynn Knight, Lisa Lynn Designs, to create a castle for their nine-year-old “kings.” The Bromley’s received a play-house built under the direction of Brandon Bailey, Bailey Remodeling & Construction, with interior design provided by Liz Wilson, Liz at Home. The families were very involved throughout the process. Each was consulted and interviewed to determine how to build a structure that would enable the children to escape their everyday challenges in exchange for imaginative play and entertainment that inspires, enlight-

ens and strengthens their developing skills. Thousands of Homearama-goers were able to see the playhouses, which were on display at Rock Springs and Shakes Run during the last two weeks in July.

The Bromley Family The Bromley family was the recipient for the home showcased at Shakes Run. Seven-year-old Elizabeth was born with several abnor-malities, including a heart condition and troubles with swallowing and breathing. Although she can walk without assistance, balance is still an issue for her when it comes to physical activities. The playhouse was designed for her specific needs and appealed to her vibrant personality and love of imaginary play. Her playhouse is complete with a working sink and granite counter tops, a lofted bed, a white board wall for art projects and lots of play space. Parents Jennifer and Greg described how Elizabeth reacted to see-ing her home for the first time and the process that lead to the finished project. “She was a little overwhelmed at first just because there were so many people there. She was thrilled though, and she loved seeing the playhouse, as did her brother, Austin,” Jennifer said. Elizabeth has been telling her parents for months that she wants to go camping, but because of unique physical needs and the fact that she requires oxygen at night, they haven’t been able to make that happen. “Now she can have her own little sleepovers in her playhouse and it will feel as if she’s camping out,” Jennifer explained. “Working with Brandon (Bailey) and all the people at YouthBuild was great. We brought family down there to YouthBuild and Forest (Aalderink), along with the whole staff, was very welcoming. You go through the process of being consulted and you see the plans on paper, but until you see the finished product, you’re not really able to picture it. It’s certainly more than we could have ever imagined. I can’t go without saying how much we appreciate Kosair Charities being in-volved. We’re very grateful to be a part of something like this. There are a lot of kids in the community that would qualify for this. We feel very blessed,” she added.

“Working with our subcontractors to bring this little girl’s dream playhouse to life was really fun. It was

great to get out of the grind of the normal remodeling process and to put our skills to use on a

project that you simply can’t put a price tag on.”- Brandon Bailey

Bailey oversaw the building of the playhouse for the Bromley fam-ily. He described Elizabeth’s reaction at the reveal, “It looked like Eliz-abeth felt as if she’d been waiting for a year for the curtain to drop so she could see her new playhouse. You could tell that all of the cheering and excitement was a little intimidating, but it didn’t take long for her to embrace the house as her own. To say her smile went ear to ear is an understatement.” Bailey went on to describe what was important to him about the process, “Working with our subcontractors to bring this little girl’s dream playhouse to life was really fun. It was great to get out of the grind of the normal remodeling process and to put our skills to use on a project that you simply can’t put a price tag on.” Bailey said the loft area in Elizabeth’s playhouse was the best feature of the project. “Not only does it give the house more useable square footage, but it also created a special nook Elizabeth can snuggle into and really drift into a world of her own,” he said.

About BICFThe mission of the Building Industry Charitable Foun-dation (BICF) is to integrate the charitable needs of the community with the philanthropic goals of the HBAL and its members. In 2009, HBAL’s social responsibil-ity committee was granted 501 (c)(3) status, which en-abled the association to formally create a non-profit foundation to which tax-deductible charitable contribu-tions can be made and endowments and grants can be accepted. Charitable gifts made to BICF are donated to deserving local organizations and charities, typically related to the building industry. Each dollar donated to BICF is used to support the mission of the foundation. For more information, visit hbal.com or contact Robin Durham at [email protected] or 429-6000.

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Jennifer explained that due to problems swallowing and breathing, Elizabeth hasn’t been able to eat anything by mouth. Just recently, at the age of seven, she has been approved to swallow thin liquids and pureed foods. In addition, she has trouble keeping up with other kids her age physically. “They run circles around her, bless their hearts. I think the playhouse will give her a chance to be more social and invite them to slow down and have a conversation with her.”

The Corbett FamilyDurham mentored the YouthBuild team which constructed the play-house for the Corbett Family. Parents Robin and Todd were there to witness their twin sons, Joshua and Nicholas, see their playhouse for the first time. “It was crazy. I couldn’t believe there were that many people there. The mayor even stopped by,” Robin said. “The boys were extremely excited. They shook many, many hands, and they sat patiently for an hour for their playhouse to be revealed.” The Corbett playhouse is representative of a castle that easily en-courages the boys to use their imagination and enjoy the spaces within the 12-foot high structure. With life-size murals, a disco ball, an art center and much more, it’s certainly not short on stimulating the sens-es. However, there’s a therapeutic aspect as well that the Corbett’s are especially thankful for. “Our occupational therapist suggested adding something that would complement the stimulating spaces. The ham-mock chair is calming and will be especially helpful for their therapy,” Robin said. Both boys enjoyed seeing some of their favorite cartoon characters included within the design of the playhouse. “They love Spiderman,

Spongebob and Mickey Mouse. Josh really likes the larger-than-life pictures and the bright colors. And, we were overwhelmed by how nice it was and the amount of work put into it. I didn’t realize how many people were involved. Pat (Durham) was great to work with. The boys love him. The playhouse was nothing like Todd or I could have ever imagined,” she added. Durham described the experience witnessing the family’s reaction, “It was like watching a family prepare for opening up their packages under the Christmas tree. I thought both boys would have neck strain from trying to look between the drapes. When they walked through the door to see what Lisa Knight and her staff from Lisa Lynn Designs had done to make their dreams come true, it was really great.” Durham said that the most special part of the whole process was knowing that something really good was going to come from all the hard work being put forth. The family anticipates the playhouse will offer the boys opportuni-ties to develop their social skills and offer them some independence. Both boys have been diagnosed with autism and cerebral palsy. Josh walks without assistance, while Nicholas normally uses a walker. Be-cause he currently cannot walk, Nicholas has to have someone to lift him onto his regular play equipment. With the new playhouse, how-ever, he can grab hold onto the built-in railing system and be more mobile. The boys can also develop new skills that will carry them for-ward in life. In addition, their creative needs are being met with their art studio desk, puppet stage, dance floor with disco ball and karaoke machine to belt out their favorite tunes. “What I learned from this process is that there are many giving


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Jeremy D. Stull, assistant vice president with River City Bank, commented on his company’s role, “The project brought together a lot of very good-spirited people and organizations, and hopefully gave the family, especially the boys, a place where they can have fun and their limitations are not so limiting. I think all those involved would

say that while this project helped change the lives of those boys and their family, our lives were also impacted for the better.”

How Does The Playhouse Project Make a Lasting Impact?Kavanaugh commented on the playhouse building experience. “You really get excited to see the kids and the families at the playhouse reveal. It’s wonderful to see the impact this project has on them. But, what I truly think is even more important is our partnership with YouthBuild throughout this process.” Kavanaugh emphasized the role that YouthBuild is playing in the lives of area youth. “YouthBuild is an incredible organization. They take at-risk youth and teach them a trade and help them get their GED. What our members have done through the playhouse project is go down there and mentor these kids who are helping build the playhouses. That, to me, is the most im-portant part of this project. Under Pat Durham and Brandon Bailey’s guidance, these kids were able to be part of something really impres-sive and feel a sense of accomplishment. The real impact that we are providing includes life-changing moments for a lot of at-risk youth.” Kavanaugh emphasized the partnership with Kosair Charities as well. “Kosair has served as a mentor for us by helping guide us through the process of running a successful foundation. They’ve offered us valuable insight and we have appreciated their role in the playhouse project,” he added.


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Ashley Galante-DickmanSouthern Kitchens

Modern kitchen design is noted for the use of different wood species, colors and finishes and countertops, not only on the perimeter and island, but also on stations, such as a baking area. Kitchens are moving from the “box on the wall” look and incor-porating fluidity and movement within the design. I’m getting more requests for Shaker/Mission style cabinets with a portrait frame. Cab-inet doors that are flush with the frame of the cabinet can resemble a piece of furniture, and may be highlighted by glass in the doors. Open shelves are many times combined with the cabinets. Straight and simple seem to define the preferred kitchen designs, but that isn’t saying that traditional cabinets are never used. We still get people who want a raised panel with a lot of beading and decora-tive elements such as legs and fluted fillers. Espresso stains and black painted finishes with a distressed or an-tique look are eclipsing lighter finishes but bright white can be very pretty with light oak or lighter stains. Natural woods---rustic alder, birch and cherry are very popular, as are painted finishes (taupes, grays and antique white). Brushing, highlights and glazing look great on painted finishes and give the cabinets a lovely antique look. People love distressing, sand through and gauging for a European feel. These finishes are often used for islands and hutch areas. If the same finish of cabinetry is used throughout the kitchen, the hardware doesn’t have to be all the same. Mix and match knobs or pulls, but keep them in the same finish. Bringing in a second finish would cre-ate a much too busy look, especially if the cabinetry is two-toned. Hardwood remains the leading type of flooring for kitchens. When

pairing the cabinetry with flooring hardwood or ceramic or porcelain tile, there needs to be a contrast between the cabinetry and the floor-ing. Vinyl and laminate are used with less frequency in kitchens than are the other flooring materials. Kitchen lighting should be a combination of task and ambient. Lighting can easily add some drama and can break up a continual line of cabinets, which is especially important when working with dark stained cabinets. Frosted or antique glass can be highlighted by the right choice of lighting. Don’t skimp on storage. To minimize clutter on the countertops, make sure there are various types of storage, from tray dividers to spice pull-outs to pot and pan organizers. Even think about a nifty under cabinet unit specifically made for heavy items like mixers.

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All manufacturers are improving Energy Star ratings on their prod-ucts, which is very important to the end user. Steam to enhance the cleaning ability of dishwashers has become more of an issue since the EPA no longer allows detergent manufac-turers to use an enzyme they have used for years to get dishes clean. Steam is also the big news in cooling. It’s gentler and is a healthier way to maintain vitamins in food. One of the best things about steam cooking is that three different types of food can be cooked in the oven at the same time with no crossing of flavors. There is a slight learning curve for steam ovens, but owners’ manuals provide easy to follow in-formation. Induction cooking is increasingly driving the business. The United

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Kitchens are heating up the worlds of visual design and technology. Several of Louisville’s big names in kitchens dished out the news about emerging trends and the latest products to Louisville Builder.


States is starting to catch up with the Europeans in this most effi-cient way of surface cooking. Induction is even more controllable for heat than is gas. Currently there is no Energy Star rating on cooking products, but I understand that one manufacturer is working toward getting an Energy Star rating on induction. Beverage centers are the leading under counter refrigeration prod-uct. Clear ice machines are still very popular.

Paul MieleK-I Lumber & Building Materials

Kitchens continue to be the first remodeling choice for a return on investment. Typically, people aren’t skimping in their kitchens when buying a contract home. And if they’re buying a spec home they usu-ally want to make some upgrades. One of our manufacturers, QualityCabinets, took note of the buy-ing power of the folks born after 1980, referred to as Generation Y, and changed its marketing and even introduced new door styles, to attract those buyers. Quality’s new slab and full overlay doors are avail-able at an attractive price point that’s very appealing to first time home buyers. We have the company’s Visualize2Realize Virtual Selection Cen-ter, a terrific design tool that allows a customer to use touch screen technology to view many different kitchen designs. They can explore various cabinet options and even match them with hardware, counter-tops, flooring and wall colors. Granite is still the preferred choice in countertops, followed by quartz, marble and laminate.

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Due to the economic crunch, we have to get a lot more creative to achieve what people want in their kitchens. Clients in their late 20s or early 30s like the Mission door because it’s so flexible and can look contemporary or traditional. They’re generally choosing an espresso finish. That dark color gives you a little more freedom with the wood species because not much of the grain pattern shows through. People who can afford it still want cherry, but I have used poplar, which is even less expensive than maple. There’s a common misperception that stock cabinets can’t be modi-fied, when in reality they have much more flexibility with things such as an extended stile instead of a filler and options for more drawer boxes. Also, a veneer skin can be ordered instead of a vinyl skin that bleaches in the sunlight. In addition, several semi-custom cabinet lines will do custom colors, making it possible to design a kitchen with an unexpected personality. There are a few different types of glazing, most usually associated with traditional cabinetry. A pen glaze is also referred to as an accent glaze, and is more economical than a true glaze. Even some economy cabinets now offer it. Unlike a flood glaze that actually changes the overall tone of the color, a pen glaze doesn’t change the color. Another type of finish is a brushed finish which leaves a streaking affect, altering the tone of the cabinet. It is usually more expensive than a pen glaze.

When the budget is a major issue, I don’t order amenities such as trash pull outs and utensil dividers from cabinet manufacturers, but purchase them from Rev-A-Shelf to get a better price that I can pass along to the customer. It may come as a surprise, but stainless steel hardware doesn’t go with every cabinet finish. The right hardware can make or break the look of cabinets. Using a few pieces of hardware that are attention grabbing art in themselves can be a fun way to dress up cabinets. But, use them only as a focal point. If they’re on every cabinet door or drawer front, they’ll lose their effectiveness. Don’t assume that all appliances are a standard size. Some of the newer, more expensive European dishwashers aren’t as wide as other models. Paying attention to the type of refrigerator that will be used is critical to designing the floor space that will be needed for the refrig-erator to open and for accessibility. The most popular refrigerator is a bottom mount, which requires at least 48” to open properly, and that’s from a standard 24” cabinet depth. If space is tight, I usually recom-mend a French door because it won’t take up as much space. Refrigerators are getting taller and more shallow, so there needs to be more room left at the top. The average height opening for a re-frigerator is 72”, but Jenn-Air now has one that is 71 1/8”. If flooring is installed after the cabinets, the refrigerator opening will have been lifted because of incorrect elevation. It’s really important to let the cabinet people know what the thickness of the flooring will be. I despise appliance panels because appliances will die before the cabinets get changed. Appliance panels cannot be reused; they will not be the correct size for the new appliances.

Jerry OstertagThe Closet Factory

We’re working with many people who are redoing pantries, particu-larly in older homes. They want to store appliances that get used only occasionally, and oversize packages of things we buy because they’re on sale. Also, they’re asking for specialized storage systems that provide easy access to corners, and spring-loaded moving shelves. We’re also seeing an increased number of divided trash cans for various recy-clables. The best designed kitchens are all about ease and convenience. Part of that means being able to see what you have. If you can’t see it, you won’t remember it and won’t use it. A poorly lit kitchen is a safety hazard. There’s a great deal of atten-tion being paid to lighting, including under and inside cabinets, and inside drawers and pantries. Such lighting can be very efficient, throws off almost no heat, and draws very little power. Katie ReeceCentury Entertainment & Furnishings

Spanning styles and colors, today’s kitchens are being designed to be calm and comfortable. The newest cabinet styles are very simplified. Customers are moving to the look of a Shaker flat paneled door with an inset frame construction. It has the ability to offer a vintage look even for a newer house. It’s the most expensive style, but people seem

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to be getting over that hump. The trend is toward lighter and whiter, cooler spaces as opposed to those that have a warm color. Eighty percent of the cabinets I have done lately have been painted a clean, off-white color. I’m using a lot of Alabaster by Sherwin Williams because it’s a pretty, but not stark white. It can contrast with wall paint colors without looking dingy.There’s a lot of texture going on through the mixing of raw woods. Butcher block isn’t new, but a more “beat up” butcher block is a new look. Used with a Shaker cabinet and polished nickel hardware, it gives a “beachy” or Cape Cod feel. Oak is making a comeback, not in the orange finish of the ‘80s, but with a chocolate stain that falls into deep grooves for a furniture-like appearance. Playing on gray being the new neutral, we like to use a driftwood stain that has kind of a gray cast. Another great look is al-der cabinets with a dark chocolate stain that doesn’t appear “country”. Although they have been very popular for several years, glazes aren’t as predominant in new or remodeled kitchens now. Granite and marble lead the market for countertops. But we’re see-ing more marble than granite. Danby marble is now available in six different selections. But I always warn clients that marble is more deli-cate than granite, so there’s always the possibility of etching. Polished nickel hardware, with a shine as opposed to a flat finish, is really on the rise. Also, some of the golds are coming back. They’re a dull gold, not bright and brassy. And they complement a vintage look really well. There’s more of an interest in a professional style range with the oven and cooktop together as opposed to a cooktop with an oven above it. I

think the all-in-one gives the kitchen more of a gourmet feel. For refrig-erators, French door units have definitely won the popularity contest.

Tim SlaytonCardinal Kitchens

Textured surfaces are the “new color”. Polished finishes are the stan-dard in granite, but consumers recognize they can own a unique prod-uct by adding a textured surface to their granite countertops. An un-dulating surface with either a suede or polished finish gives a new dimension never before seen in this market. We’re also providing a nonreflective, smooth, low sheen finish created by removing the pol-ished service, providing a softer look and feel.

Textured surfaces are the “new color”. Polished finishes are the standard in granite, but consumers

recognize they can own a unique product by adding a textured surface to their granite countertops.

- Tim Slayton

Cardinal Kitchens has a GMM Sirio bridge-based polishing ma-chine for texturing natural stone. It covers a production area of 82.6” x 157.5” for standard slab sizes, and a polish head motor rated at 18kw/24.1HP to insure uniformity of a desired polish and/or texture. The selection of quartz for countertops is increasing. Value is key in



productstoday’s economy, and quartz is widely recognized as the leader in add-ed value. Customers appreciate products such as Silestone because of its nonporosity, built-in antimicrobials, incredible durability and new color offerings that show beautiful movement within the pattern. Our customers are gravitating to three new Silestone colors: Nebula, Ga-lactic and Stonium. Recognizing the interest in textured granite and quartz, laminate manufacturers are now offering innovative products such as Formica’s 180FX and Wilsonart’s High Definition that capture the look and feel of granite and quartz. And both Formica and Wilsonart have recently added custom edges to their offerings. The edges are provided to the fabricator as moldings that resemble traditional stone edging.

Jeff SpeedyClosets by Design

Traditionally, people just throw up a few shelves in a storage area near the kitchen and try to make the best of them. But more and more, they’re beginning to realize that a well designed pantry can really im-prove their organization. The pantry is the fastest growing area of our business. There are a lot of crossovers between what we do in closets and what we do in pantries. Just as with shoe shelves, we use tilted can shelves in the pantry so that what’s on the shelf is clearly visible. We use wall tracks for mops in the pantry that are similar to those we install in a garage.

Anna WilsonMaeser Plumbing, Heating and Cooling

Previously, there was a trend toward Mediterranean designs in kitchens, with dark color cabinets and oil rubbed bronze hardware. But kitch-ens are becoming whiter and brighter, and we’re seeing a comeback in chrome faucets. White cabinets, light walls, a black granite countertop, and a black granite sink can make a very impressive kitchen. We always suggest that builders and remodelers discuss the layout of the kitchen and what appliances will be included before we start planning for plumbing. It’s never too late to make last minute deci-sions, but planning can save a lot of time and money.

Julie WoodGE Appliances

GE’s new French door refrigerator, the fastest growing category of refrigerators being sold today, is a Louisville-made product and an industry first. GE Profile models feature a hands-free Autofill system to fill a glass, water bottle, coffee pot or pitcher. The GE Café models are the first to feature a hot water dispenser which can heat up to 12 ounces of water in two minutes. The new models are the first bottom-freezer manufactured in the U.S. to use cyclopentane foam which re-duces greenhouse admissions during manufacturing and at the end of the product’s life cycle.

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Builders/Remodelers Take Note: Deck Construction Requirements Changed in 2007 KY Residential CodeEffective March 6, deck construction requirements have changed in the 2007 Kentucky Residential Code. The revision was introduced January 6. According to HBAL Codes Committee Chair Perry Lyons, P.L. Lyons Inc., there’s been some confusion on the change among builders and inspectors. “Some builders did not realize the new code change, and some inspectors were interpreting the code differently than was intended. One point of confusion arose when inspectors told some builders and remodelers that a deck could not be attached to a brick or masonry veneer wall. This is not the case, as the code states that the deck must not be supported by this attachment, but it can be attached for bracing purposes.The deck must now be self supporting, and it can be attached to the veneer wall, but must be fastened per the require-ments of the new code policy,” he said, referencing R502.2.2.1.1 and R502.2.2.2 of the 2007 Kentucky Residential Code; January 2012 Re-visions. “After calls to our local building department, inspectors were made aware of the correct interpretation of the code. Most active build-ers and remodelers are now aware of the new code, and are making changes,” Lyons noted, adding that builders should plan accordingly for the change when bidding out projects. “The new code adds costs

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10 YearsElder Heating & Air Inc. – Barnie ElderMadden Construction Co., Inc – Keith MaddenChadwick Peach – Registered BuilderA & G Drywall, Inc. – Garry Alford

Joe French – Registered RemodelorBetter Floors – Mike ParrottDon & Sissy’s Pool Service & Renovation – Donald Gilbert

5 YearsThe Lee W. Robinson Company – Lee Robinson, Register RemodelerMD Custom Homes, Inc. – Edward DeVore, Associate Builder RemodelerProgreso Painters, Inc. – Porfiro LedezmaLouis Heimbrock, Sr. Inc. – Louis HeimbrockBrown & Petty Electric Co. Inc. – Trapper Thompson

1 YearBluegrass Line Pumping, LLC – Barry GearldsAffordable building Designs – Pat StoehrSend Out Cards – Kristy MerckerThe Insurance Office, Inc. – Tony RubleLeDane, LLC. – Joe WilsonDavid Walts-Paulin – Registered BuilderCentury Lighting Services, Inc. – Rich RichardsExecutive Title Company – Steve Parker

Congratulations to these Milestone Members: These members have reached a milestone mark in their membership with their renewal in June.

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Associates:A&G Drywall, IncBachman Commercial SalesBardenwerper, Talbott & RobertsBB&TBoland Maloney LumberBonnycastle Appliance & TVBoral BricksCentury MortgageChenoweth AppliancesCorrigan Electric and Home SystemsCunningham Door & Window

Ditsler Insurance, Inc.The Door Store and WindowsFifth Third BankFrost Brown Todd, LLCK-I Lumber & Building MaterialsL & N Federal Credit UnionL.E. Hobbs ContructionLogan Lavelle Hunt InsuranceLouis E. Hobbs Construction Co. Inc.McDonald Marble & Stone Inc.MetLife Home LoansParagon Management Group

PPG Porter PaintsPro-BuildRepublic BankR.J. Thieneman Realty GroupSam Kinnaird’s FlooringScreens of KentuckySonne SteelSurburban SteelThe Trend Companies of KentuckyUnited Residential Lending CorpWells Fargo Home MortgageVanZandt, Emrich, & Cary

Builders:

Blacketer CompanyClifford Thieneman Co., LLC

Deville HomesDominion HomesQuarry Bluff Estates

As of July 1, 2012

A special thanks to all Honor Roll Members!For more information on how you can be listed on the HBAL Honor Roll, please call Melissa or Kimberly at 429-6000.

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Special thanks to these 2012 HBAL corporate sponsors:


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Back Alley Ornamental Iron ........................ 23

Bluegrass Lightning ....................................... 4

Bobcat Enterprises ....................................... 16

Boland Maloney .......................................... ibc

Bonnycastle Appliance & TV ........................obc

Century Entertainment & Furnishings ........ 17

Dauenahuer Plumbing ................................. 22

Duggins Co., Inc. ......................................... 27

Fireplace Distributors, Inc. ........................... 23

K-I Lumber & Building Materials ............... ifc

Kentuckiana Re-bath ................................... 11

Landscape Lighting ..................................... 22

L&N Federal Credit Union ......................... 16

Logan Lavelle Hunt ...................................... 4

Middleton Reutlinger .................................... 4

PPG Porter Paints ....................................... 17

calendarofevents

August1 Land Development Meeting 10:00 a.m,, HBAL

7 Membership Committee 10:30 a.m., HBAL

11-12 Tour of Remodeled Homes

13 Homearama Awards Luncheon 11:30 a.m., The Olmsted

16 Codes and Standards 11:00 a.m., HBAL

22 Registered Builder Committee 10:00 a.m., HBAL

29 Executive Committee 1:00 p.m., HBAL

29 Board of Directors 3:00 p.m., HBAL

30 Commercial Council Executive Committee 8:30 a.m., HBAL

September4 Membership Committee 9:00 a.m., HBAL

4 Shelby County Council Meeting 11:30 a.m., Claudia Sanders Dinner House

5 New Member Orientation 9:00 a.m., HBAL

5 Land Development 10:00 a.m., HBAL

6 Commercial Council Agency Leaders Breakfast 8:00 a.m., Faulkner Real Estate, Ormsby III

10 HBAL Annual Golf Outing 12-15 NAHB Fall Board Meeting Austin, TX

20 Commercial Council Quarterly 8:30 a.m., HBAL

26 Executive Committee 11:30 a.m., HBA:

27 Oldham County Council Meeting 11:30, John W. Black Community Center

Go to Events & Classes at the New HBAL.com view a calendar of all HBAL events

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