Friday, May 09, 2008
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| AIA-Backed Green Housing Bill Unveiled on Earth Day by Rep. Perlmutter |
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"Commemorating Earth Day, Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.) on April 22 outlined details of the comprehensive legislation aimed at promoting energy efficiency in residential buildings that he plans to introduce shortly."
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| AIA-Backed Green Housing Bill Unveiled on Earth Day by Rep. Perlmutter
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Thursday, May 08, 2008
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| Outdoor Kitchens: Grilling and Chilling in the Great Backyard |
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"It's not your father's grill anymore. From classic built-in outdoor grills to fantasy island units jam-packed with amenities such as wine coolers, pizza ovens and lobster boilers, the sky is the limit with today's outdoor kitchens."
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| Outdoor Kitchens: Grilling and Chilling in the Great Backyard
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Wednesday, May 07, 2008
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| Builders Collaborate with Donald Gardner Architects to Create the "Perfect House Plan" |
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| Greenville, SC - Donald A. Gardner Architects, Inc. hosted a roundtable discussion and interactive design session for several of the Upstate's top custom home builders on Thursday, May 1.
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| Builders Collaborate with Donald Gardner Architects to Create the "Perfect House Plan"
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Tuesday, May 06, 2008
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| Permeable paving a good option for green home plan building |
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"One of the fastest growing approaches to green site development is permeable paving. There are a variety of options: block, stone, brick, permeable asphalt, permeable concrete and structural grids. All operate on the same principle: to allow rainwater to seep through a paved surface, which naturally cleanses pollutants and recharges aquifers instead of having the stormwater run onto other properties and into storm drains."
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| Permeable paving a good option for green home plan building
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Monday, May 05, 2008
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| Custom Kitchen Sinks: Almost too Pretty for Dishes |
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"In custom kitchens where the smallest detail is scrutinized, the sink is an opportunity for homeowners to express their personality - and a memory point for the custom builder's future clients. You'll find kitchen sinks in all sizes, shapes and materials, including stone, copper, marble and even glass. Some manufacturers will even customize a sink to your own or the client's specifications."
Learn more about Kitchen Sinks.
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| Custom Kitchen Sinks: Almost too Pretty for Dishes
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Thursday, May 01, 2008
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| Energy-Tuning Your Home |
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"Most homeowners have heard about the health hazards of radon, a radioactive gas that emanates from rocks, soil and water. Outside, it's relatively harmless, but inside it can collect in dangerous concentrations, seeping in through cracks in the home's foundation and other openings. Radon is the No. 1 cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, and one in 15 homes has an elevated level prior to treatment, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. The agency estimates 750,000 to 1 million U.S. homeowners have taken radon-reduction steps over the years and says those steps, along with techniques in new construction, have helped prevent 6,000 deaths."
Learn more about protecting your home.
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| Energy-Tuning Your Home
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008
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| Great Kitchens and Baths Score Points With Custom House Plan Buyers |
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"In today's market, great design and craftsmanship aren't enough to differentiate one high-priced custom home from another. Often it's the kitchen and master bathroom that sell picky clients on a particular builder. And it's not just because they're well-executed; rather, the builder is giving them something extra. This can mean anything from custom details to personalized, expert assistance with design and selections."
Learn more about Kitchens and Baths
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| Great Kitchens and Baths Score Points With Custom House Plan Buyers
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Friday, April 25, 2008
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| Ways to Make Your Home More Luxurious |
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"Whether you want to dress up your home for yourself or to send the right message to potential buyers, you have help in these noteworthy luxury items from the International Home and Housewares Show."
Learn more about Luxury products.
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| Ways to Make Your Home More Luxurious
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Thursday, April 24, 2008
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| Consumers willing to pay more for green products |
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"A new survey released today shows that nearly seven out of 10 U.S. consumers (65 percent) are willing to pay more for products made with renewable resources. The nationally representative survey, sponsored by DuPont and Mohawk Industries, queried 1,001 U.S. homeowners to identify consumers' personal attitudes and behavior toward environmental responsibility."
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| Consumers willing to pay more for green products
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Wednesday, April 23, 2008
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| Cost effective solutions for a beautiful, affordable home |
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"Thank the Internet, TV shows, special-interest publications, local home-improvement centers and even your competition for inspiring your budget-conscious buyer. These days, even the thriftiest shoppers expect more bang for their buck. To catch their eye and make the sale, you have to give them a product that packs a visual punch and gives them the style and amenities they want, without busting their bottom line - or your own."
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| Cost effective solutions for a beautiful, affordable home
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Tuesday, April 22, 2008
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| House Plan Automation is a Smart Path to Going Green |
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"With "green" now such a big buzz word in the industry and home owners becoming more interested in improving home efficiency, builders and remodelers should consider home automation features for their customers, if they haven't already."
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| House Plan Automation is a Smart Path to Going Green
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Friday, April 18, 2008
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| The Energy Efficient Home |
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"High energy use not only has environmental impacts but can hit you personally in the pocketbook. Here is a list of helpful suggestions that may allow you to reduce energy consumption in your household."
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| The Energy Efficient Home
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Wednesday, April 16, 2008
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| Building a house plan without going broke |
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"There's one sure way to know the cost of building your new dream home. And that's to add up the bills once it's built.
Otherwise, trying to estimate how much a home will cost to build is tricky at best. There are so many variables, and so many temptations to overspend once you start building a home, that coming up with a realistic budget can be tough."
Learn more about Figuring the Cost of Building.
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| Building a house plan without going broke
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Monday, April 14, 2008
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| How homebuilders can build a green home for less |
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"Builders who aren't selling to the mansion market can afford to build green homes. Many building techniques and products labeled green are labor and resource efficient, so they cost a builder less. A floor plan under 1,500 square feet, framing techniques that save lumber and smaller diameter pipes that save water may not make the pages of glossy consumer home magazines, but designs and technologies like these can help you build an affordable green home while making a profit."
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| How homebuilders can build a green home for less
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Wednesday, April 09, 2008
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| Pinpointing an Opportune Time to Build That Brand-New House Plan |
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Wondering when is the best time to start building your dream home plan in today's economy?
Find out more about pinpointing the opportune time.
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| Pinpointing an Opportune Time to Build That Brand-New House Plan
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Tuesday, April 08, 2008
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| Amenities Like Gyms and Theatres Give House Plans An Edge |
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"Buying a home is more than finding a place to sleep at night. It's a purchase that revolves around your lifestyle. And especially with metro Atlanta's long commutes, home buyers are looking for houses where, once they're home, there's no reason to get back in the car to do what they want to do."
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| Amenities Like Gyms and Theatres Give House Plans An Edge
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Friday, April 04, 2008
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| Choose Wisely - Getting the Most Value From Your New Home |
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If you are building a new home, either as a builder or homeowner, there are a remarkable number of choices and decisions to make. If you are a homeowner who plans to sell your home in the future, it can be daunting to make choices that are not only good for you now, but will be beneficial for future occupants as well. As a builder, offering a home with these smart choices will make a good impression on your buyer.
Continue reading "Choose Wisely - Getting the Most Value From Your New Home"
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| Choose Wisely - Getting the Most Value From Your New Home
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Thursday, April 03, 2008
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| Outdoor Home Features Seen as the 'In' Trend |
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"At a remodeling outlook presentation at last month's International Builders' Show in Orlando, Ahluwalia said that findings on what new home buyers want to see outside have significant repercussions for both home builders and remodelers."
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| Outdoor Home Features Seen as the 'In' Trend
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Monday, March 31, 2008
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| It IS Easy Being Green |
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"It's not easy being green? Well, actually Kermit may have had it wrong. Making your home more environmentally-friendly and greener is easier than you think. The number of green products available have grown significantly and become even easier to use. With a few minor changes to your home, you can make a big difference."
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| It IS Easy Being Green
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Friday, March 28, 2008
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| The Many Shades of "Green" |
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With so much information available about green building, it can be difficult to decide which ideas are best. Many consumers still hold onto the mistaken belief that building a "green" or sustainable home has to be costly and time-consuming. The degree of "greenness" in a new home can vary greatly depending on your choices. Small changes can make a big impact, such as changing the type of light bulbs used in fixtures and lamps, lowering energy bills. Taking the level of sustainability much further, advances in technology have made it possible for a home to generate its own energy with geothermal heat pumps.
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| The Many Shades of "Green"
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Thursday, March 27, 2008
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| Attractive Entries Can Get Buyers in the Door While Hideous Ones Repel |
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"Curb appeal has traditionally been an important part of the sales process; however, the recently released Real Estate Agent Community Trends (REACT) survey found that it is absolutely essential to getting buyers in the door and fostering a sale. Specifically, 82 percent of agent respondents said they have had potential buyers decline to look at the interior of a home based on the exterior appearance."
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| Attractive Entries Can Get Buyers in the Door While Hideous Ones Repel
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Tuesday, March 25, 2008
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| Donald A. Gardner Architects, Inc. Unveils 10 New House Plans |
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Greenville, SC - Donald A. Gardner Architects, a leading residential design firm, announces the release of 10 new house plan designs.
As the home building industry continues to experience correction, home plans with exceptional curb appeal and functional layouts are essential to enticing potential home buyers. Designs in popular building styles with custom-styled amenities are in high demand with builders and buyers alike. Donald A. Gardner's collection of new house plans features a wide range of square footages and styles including European, Craftsman and Traditional. Gourmet kitchens and luxurious master suites can also be found in many of the new designs.
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| Donald A. Gardner Architects, Inc. Unveils 10 New House Plans
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Monday, March 24, 2008
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| Creative Kids Spaces for House Plans |
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"A designated space for kids inspires their creativity, evokes their imagination and lets them be themselves. These tips and ideas for designing a unique space will help you get started."
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| Creative Kids Spaces for House Plans
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Tuesday, March 18, 2008
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| High Style for the Lower Levels |
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"No longer an afterthought, these below-grade spaces now feature standard-height ceilings, ample natural light and high-quality flooring. And, in the process of polishing up their image, they've also lost the moniker of "basement," for a tag that's a tad more marketing friendly."
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| High Style for the Lower Levels
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Friday, March 14, 2008
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| The Master Bath Matures |
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"Busier and nosier lives are driving homeowners to retreat to their master bathrooms. They expect their bathrooms to offer them a peaceful haven from the commotions of work, children and traffic. Homeowners want their master bathrooms to provide a Zen feeling in a spa setting."
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| The Master Bath Matures
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Thursday, March 13, 2008
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| Pinpointing an Opportune Time to Build That Brand-New Home |
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"Is now a good time to build? With interest rates falling, does the cost to build follow suit?"
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| Pinpointing an Opportune Time to Build That Brand-New Home
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Monday, March 10, 2008
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| First Choice Custom Homes Featured in National Competition |
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| First Choice Custom Homes, a Greenville builder with homes in well-known developments such as Kingsbridge, River Reserve, and Stonehaven is featured in a national publication, Designer Dream Homes.
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| First Choice Custom Homes Featured in National Competition
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Friday, March 07, 2008
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| National Magazine Selects Local Couple for "Reality Home Building" Feature |
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Greenville couple Mike and Patti Bacon have been selected for At Home with Donald A. GardnerTM magazine's fourth annual Reality Home Building feature. The Bacons chose a Donald A. Gardner design, the Lujack, plan 1043, for their new home. Residents of Greenville for over 30 years, the Bacons chose to build their new, downsized dream home since their two daughters have moved out on their own. DSR Builders, Inc. of Greer is the builder on the project and will be featured alongside the Bacons in the magazine.
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| National Magazine Selects Local Couple for "Reality Home Building" Feature
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Thursday, March 06, 2008
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| Donald A. Gardner Architects, Inc. Collects Two More House Plan Industry Awards |
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| At an awards dinner hosted by Hanley Wood, LLC at the International Builders' Show in Orlando, Florida last week, Donald A. Gardner Architects, Inc. earned two awards relating to the firm's portfolio of pre-designed home plans.
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| Donald A. Gardner Architects, Inc. Collects Two More House Plan Industry Awards
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Tuesday, March 04, 2008
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| Donald A. Gardner Architects Celebrates 30th Anniversary With a Change of Address |
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| Donald A. Gardner Architects, a leading residential design firm, announces the celebration of their 30th anniversary and a move to new offices in downtown Greenville, SC.
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