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Highland Homes' Cindy Weatherly is Tampa Bay's Top Selling Agent
Highland Homes is happy to announce and recognize their sales manager in its South Hillsborough County community of Ayersworth Glen. Cindy Weatherly was the number one selling agent in all of the Tampa Bay Builder Association’s Sales and Marketing Council. - January 16, 2009 - Highland Homes
Balfour Beatty Construction’s Mark Konchar Earns “40-Under-40” Distinction
Company Vice President recognized in Building Design+Construction’s prestigious “40 Under 40” list. - January 15, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Jacqueline Moody Receives the Silver Award for Sales Person of the Year Nationwide
Fonville Morisey and Barefoot is pleased to announce Jacqueline Moody as recipient of the silver award for Sales Person of the Year. Jacqueline is one of five regional finalists in contention for the gold award for Sales Person of the Year nationwide. - January 15, 2009 - Fonville Morisey and Barefoot
Hathaway Breaks Ground on 300 Units in Oakwood
Hathaway Construction Company, Inc. commenced construction on 300 Class A apartments in Oakwood GA, behind the Publix Shopping Center off Hwy 51. The project is owned by Trip Walden of Walden Capital. The project is well located behind the Publix Shopping Center. The area is ideally suited with... - January 15, 2009 - Hathaway Construction Services
Bowen Family Homes Ranks Fifth Among Top Home Builders in Atlanta
Bowen Family Homes was recently ranked fifth among Top 25 Home Builders in Atlanta and 40th among Atlanta's Top 100 Private Companies in Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2008-2009 Book of Lists. - January 15, 2009 - Bowen Family Homes
New House Plan Design Service Established Ahead of Housing Recovery
Offers creative new designs and services to help builders and developers reshape their brand image. - January 14, 2009 - Simply Elegant Home Designs
Senior Advocates Score in Down Market
Senior advocate duo finds burgeoning demand in developing senior care facilities despite real estate woes. - January 11, 2009 - NationWide Group
Commercial Duct Cleaning Company Earns Safety Award
Hughes Environmental wins Safety Award for the Third Consecutive Year. - January 11, 2009 - Hughes Environmental
Highland Homes Opens Phase II at Oakford Estates
Oakford Estates is quality community by Highland Homes, and the recently released Phase II has exactly what homebuyers are searching for in a new home. Most of the success of Phase I in this community is attributed to referrals from current homeowners, which speaks volumes about this extraordinary community in Lakeland, FL. - January 09, 2009 - Highland Homes
Hathaway Completes Financing for Charlotte Apartment Project
Hathaway Properties, Inc. has successfully completed the financing of a $26,500,000 apartment project in Charlotte, NC. - January 08, 2009 - Hathaway Properties, Inc.
Balfour Beatty Construction Reaches Milestone on Signature Service Program
Company celebrates three years and 300 surveys in its unique client satisfaction program. - January 07, 2009 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Hardline Homes Launches Web Site
Hardline Homes, one of the Atlanta area's newest custom home building companies, has launched a new Web site at www.hardlinehomes.com to inform potential clients of the company's services, communities and other information. Hardline Homes offers a range of home improvement services from complete... - January 07, 2009 - PEC Development
Chocolate Kiss Roses for Valentine’s Day Fundraiser for Habitat
Habitat for Humanity is helping all the men in the Sandhills region this Valentine’s Day by taking the guess work out of gift shopping. The home-building organization is selling chocolate kiss roses to raise money for the fall 2009 Women Build. Bouquets of roses made of chocolate kisses are... - January 06, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Habitat Spring Gala Escapes to a Different Era
From the Art Deco inspired invitation to the music selections and the decorations, Habitat is throwing a 1920’s themed gala. The Sandhills Habitat annual fundraiser will be held Saturday evening, March 7 at the Country Club of North Carolina. CCNC offers a more intimate setting for this... - January 06, 2009 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Tom Booth of Hardin Construction Named Real Estate Impact Leader
Hardin Construction Company LLC (www.hardinconstruction.com) has announced that Tom Booth, vice president and general manager, has been named a Real Estate Impact Leader by Business Leader magazine. The awards are presented in recognition of outstanding achievements in the professional field as... - January 01, 2009 - Hardin Construction Company
Kensington Creek Manor Now Features Three New Home Designs for Phase II
Bowen Family Homes recently introduced three new home designs in its popular Lawrenceville community, Kensington Creek Manor. Now featuring the Aberdeen, the Walden and the Riverglen home plans, this Gwinnett County community offers interested homebuyers the choice of 13 different floor plans, both ranch and two-story, ranging from three to four bedrooms. Kensington Creek Manor is priced from the $180,000s. - December 30, 2008 - Bowen Family Homes
Bowen Family Homes Offers Home Buyers 2.75% Interest Rates
Interest rates are at an all-time low and Bowen Family Homes is offering home buyers Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans with an unbelievable interest rate of 2.75 percent*. This low interest rate is available at over 20 of Bowen Family Homes’ Atlanta communities on homes that close by... - December 26, 2008 - Bowen Family Homes
President-Elect Barack Obama is Spending Christmas with Family and Friends at the Luxurious Paradise Point Estates at Kailua Bay
President-elect Barack Obama and his family have chosen to spend Christmas week this year at the newly built Plantation and Balinese companion estate homes at Paradise Point Estates (www.paradisepointestates.com) at Kailua Bay. Both homes were completed by Mercury Development, a division of Portland Fixture L.P. David Zimel, President, reports that the homes are located within the upscale gated beachfront community of Castle Point. - December 25, 2008 - Mercury Development
Exercise Fundraiser Raises Money for Third Habitat Women Build Program
Women Build volunteers are gearing up for a unique fundraiser, “Curves Circuit Challenge” to be held at participating Curves locations in Moore County for the month of January. Similar to a walk-a-thon, women will collect pledges for the number of circuits they complete for the entire... - December 25, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Beracah Builders Complete Green Advantage Certification
Staff and preferred builders of Beracah Homes recently completed Green Advantage certification. Green Advantage certification is a top certification agency for green building practices. - December 24, 2008 - Beracah Homes
Blake Products Offers Free Shipping on Zipwall 4 Pack Plus and Zipwall Dust Barrier Products
The Zipwall 4 pack plus and other Zipwall dust barrier products are now being distributed by Blake Products with a special free shipping offer. - December 22, 2008 - Surface Protection International
"Energy and Storm Resistant Home Builder Thrives in North Port Florida"
American Homes, LLC at www.amrhomes.com, offers semi-custom homes from $159,000 to over $2,000,000 that are energy saving and storm resistant for savings and peace of mind. A privately owned and operated builder with over 60 years of combines experience. - December 21, 2008 - American Homes, LLC
Pinehurst Modern Woodmen Members Plant Trees for Sandhills Habitat
On December 6, local Modern Woodmen of America members gave a lasting gift to the community. Members of the Pinehurst Modern Woodmen Camp gathered at Lourdes Saavedra's home to landscape her new Habitat house. Lourdes is one of 160 Habitat homeowners in the Sandhills region and the first to receive... - December 21, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Royal Oaks Building Group President Named Builder of the Year
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com), has announced that its president, Rich Van Tassel, received the Builder of the Year honor from the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County (HBA). The award was presented at the HBA’s annual Holiday Celebration and Officer... - December 19, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Highland Homes Builds in Bridgewater, a Master-Planned Community in Lakeland
At a time when many builders are reporting record losses, Highland Homes is doing the unbelievable- building in another new community. While other companies are packing it in, Highland Homes is comfortably un-packing in the expansive new golf community of BridgeWater. BridgeWater is situated on... - December 18, 2008 - Highland Homes
Blake Products Reveals Its New Reusable Bath Tub Protector for Builders and Remodelers
A new patented builder product designed to protect tubs from damage during the construction process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from scratches and chips this product will protect bathtubs during all phases of construction. - December 17, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Blake Products Reveals Its New Corrugated Cardboard Sheets Designed for Floor Protection
A new innovative floor protection product designed to wick moisture away from the floor and protect the floor during the building process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from dents and scratches, this product will protect floors during all phases of construction. - December 17, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Jim Chapman Communities Acquires Two West Cobb Communities
Jim Chapman Communities, one of Atlanta's leading active adult developers, is pleased to announce its newest endeavors into the West Cobb new home market with The Haven at Lost Mountain, an active adult development, and Concord Mill, the company's first non-age-restricted single family development. - December 17, 2008 - Jim Chapman Communities
Blake Products Offers Free Shipping on All Zipwall® Dust Control Products
Zipwall’s® dust control products are now being distributed by Blake Products with a special free shipping offer. - December 14, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Rich Van Tassel Receives Real Estate Impact Award
Royal Oaks Building Group, LLC (www.royaloaksbg.com) has announced that Rich Van Tassel, president of the company, has been selected as one of the Real Estate Impact 24 leaders by Business Leader magazine. The Impact 24 award recognizes outstanding achievement and contributions to the Triangle... - December 14, 2008 - Royal Oaks Homes LLC
Blake Products Reveals Its New Wood Floor Protection for Builders and Flooring Companies
A new wood floor protection product designed to protect floors during the construction process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from chip and scratches, this product will protect wood floors during all phases of construction. - December 13, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Home for the Holidays with Julie LaTerra Homes
Receive $5,000 in free options through December 31, 2008. - December 13, 2008 - Julie LaTerra Homes
Messer Construction Co. Moves to Larger Office Space in Indianapolis
Messer Construction will be moving to a larger office space in Indianapolis to accommodate local business growth. - December 07, 2008 - Messer Construction Co.
Highland Homes Opens Highland Courte at Ayersworth Glen
Highland Homes recently opened their new affordable line of homes in the community of Ayersworth Glen. - December 05, 2008 - Highland Homes
Balfour Beatty Construction Forms Federal Group
Leverages company-wide experience and expertise gained in Washington, D.C. area. - December 04, 2008 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Top Award Given for Restoration of Ace Pilot’s Columbus Home
The Durable Restoration Company receives a Preservation Merit Award for its work on Eddie Rickenbacker’s childhood home. - December 04, 2008 - The Durable Group
Balfour Beatty Construction Sponsors Integration ‘08 Conference
Company takes leadership role in implementing Building Information Modeling (BIM). - December 02, 2008 - Balfour Beatty Construction
Cornerstone Detention Announces Fulton County, Georgia Video Visitation Contract
Prison supply company Cornerstone Detention Products, Inc. has been awarded a contract to supply a modern 70 unit video visitation system to the Fulton County Jail in Georgia. The VizVox Sentry system will increase security in the jail, while still allowing family members and others to visit with the inmates. - December 01, 2008 - Cornerstone Detention Products
Office Partitioning Specialist Optima Systems Wins Prestigious Construction Marketing Award 2008
Leading commercial office partitioning expert Optima Systems has this week been honoured at the Construction Marketing Awards 2008 in the category of ‘Best Use of a Website.’ - November 30, 2008 - Optima
Omaxe, the Indian Real Estate Developer Giant Targets NRI Buyers
The recent depreciation of the rupees against the dollar has been diverted Indian real estate property developers towards the NRIs living in various places of globe. This may also be the ideal time to invest in property in India because the recent slowdown may become 20 percent benefit for the NRIs. - November 29, 2008 - Omaxe Ltd
Mountain Architects Releases Its Newest Addition to a Distinctive Collection of Log Cabins & Plans
Take a look at how this award-winning architectural firm transforms the ordinary log cabin into rustic elegance. - November 28, 2008 - PrecisionCraft & Mountain Architects
IDL (EU) Rewarded for Another Outstanding Project
IDL (EU) Limited, Blue C’s main shareholder and the architectural force behind the luxury Whiterocks resort in Bafra, North Cyprus, recently received the distinction of seeing one of their projects recognised by the very top level of the interior design community. During last month’s... - November 27, 2008 - Blue C Developments
Blake Products Reveals Its New Cabinet and Counter Top Surface Protection Products for Builders and Construction Contractors
A new cabinet and counter protection system designed to protect surfaces during the construction process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from stains and chips, this product will protect counters and cabinets during all phases of construction. - November 27, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Moss & Associates Wins Four Prestigious Awards from Associated Builders and Contractors of South Florida
Three high-profile projects built by Moss & Associates, one of Florida’s largest construction management companies, have received 2008 Excellence in Construction Awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Florida East Coast Chapter. ABC also presented Moss with its Platinum... - November 26, 2008 - Moss & Associates
From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Mountain Architects Announces Launch for a Distinctive Collection of Log Cabins & Plans
The log cabin industry is inundated with simple, low-end cabin designs. Mountain Architects takes the ordinary log cabin to the next level by blending rustic elements with high end finishes and inspiring design. - November 25, 2008 - PrecisionCraft & Mountain Architects
Fall Family Fest a Success in Richmond County
The Fall Family Fest was held from 11am to 2pm on November 15 at the First United Methodist Church in Rockingham. This was the first event in Richmond County for Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills. “Despite the unfortunate weather, we had a good turnout of children and families,”... - November 25, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
EnergyStar Certifies Northeast Georgia Home Builder
Mountain View Home Builders has been certified under EnergyStar’s green builder program. The company builds energy efficient homes in the Northeast Georgia area. - November 25, 2008 - Mountain View Home Builders
Blake Products Reveals Its New CarpetWrap Carpet Protection Film for Builders and Construction Contractors
A new carpet protection product designed to protect carpets during the construction process is hitting the market. Manufactured specifically for reducing damage from dirt and stains, this product will protect carpets during all phases of construction. - November 25, 2008 - Surface Protection International
Mark Johnson Custom Homes Web Site Wins International W3 Award
Wilmington custom builder, Mark Johnson Custom Homes has won a prestigious Silver W3 Award for their web site www.markjohnsoncustomhomes.com. W3 Awards honor creativity and excellence on the web. There were over 3,000 entries to this year’s competition. “It is an honor to be recognized... - November 23, 2008 - Mark Johnson Custom Homes
Jim Chapman Communities Wins Five Obie Awards
Jim Chapman Communities received outstanding recognition Saturday at the Greater Atlanta Home Builder's Association's 28th annual Obie Awards program. - November 23, 2008 - Jim Chapman Communities