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What's Happening February 2008

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Now is the time to plan landscaping with Linder’s

Now is a great time of year to start your landscaping design process. Let Linder’s designers start your dream design! Have your backyard ready for your graduation party, spring BBQ, or just to sit back and enjoy the beauty of outdoor living. Landscape now and enjoy no interest and no payments until January 2009.  651-255-0443 • www.linderslandscaping.com.

Pillar Homes’ K.C. Chermak named BATC president

K.C. Chermak, president of Plymouth-based Pillar Homes and Imagination Renovation, recently was named president of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) for 2008. Chermak will oversee the activities of BATC, which was formed 60 years ago to increase the professionalism and quality of the homebuilding industry. Today, BATC presents the Parade of Homes Spring PreviewSM´, Fall ShowcaseSM, Easy StreetSM, and the Remodelers ShowcaseSM. The association also offers educational opportunities and public policy initiatives. Its charity, the Builders Outreach Foundation, supports projects that address housing needs in inner city neighborhoods.  www.batconline.org.

Vision Remodeling’s Todd Polifka named NARI MN president

Todd Polifka, CEO of Little Canada-based Vision Remodeling, Inc., recently was named president of the Minnesota chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for 2008. NARI is the only professional trade organization dedicated to the remodeling industry. Polifka will oversee the activities of this local association, the primary remodeling resource for Minnesota homeowners and professional members that also provides information, education and mentorship to the community at large.  www.narimn.org.

See and Do

M|A|Peterson’s remodeling seminar—back by popular demand

Due to great response from homeowners, M|A|Peterson has added more dates to its remodeling seminar schedule. The next two seminars are Saturdays, February 2 and March 8, both 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Hosted at the M|A|Peterson Design Center in Edina, the free seminars offer homeowners the opportunity to gather valuable insight and information about all phases of the remodeling process. It’s a great time to ask questions and learn before you begin the process. Homeowners thinking about a project are encouraged to attend. Reservations are requested, as seating is limited. 952-925-9455 • seminar@mapeterson.com.

Dig up ideas for your yard: visit Patio Town at spring home shows

Do-it-yourselfers will find loads of ideas for their yard at the Patio Town booth at the Minnesota Home & Patio Show at St. Paul’s River Centre February 16-19, and at Minneapolis Spring Home & Garden Show at the Minneapolis Convention Center February 27-March 2. For even more ideas, visit one of Patio Town’s three metro-area locations. www.patiotown.com.

Accolades

Purcell, Inc. honored with contractor of the year award

Purcell, Inc. was honored by the Minnesota Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) in November with a Contractor of the Year (COTY) Award. Purcell received the award for outstanding achievement in the “Residential Kitchen Over $120,000” category at the 11th annual COTY Awards ceremony. The award-winning project transformed a 1980s Eden Prairie townhouse with a closed, dark, one-entrance kitchen into a bright, easy flowing, formal and informal open space ideal for entertaining—the envy of any gourmet chef. The COTY Awards recognize excellence in the Minnesota remodeling industry in 20 categories including sustainable remodeling, residential kitchens, bathrooms and exteriors, and commercial projects. Visit Purcell’s website for pictures of this and other Purcell projects.  651-748-1304 • www.purcellquality.com.

Correction

The L&R Suburban Landscaping profile in the Midwest Home January 2008 HomeBook issue included an incorrect phone number. L&R Suburban Landscaping’s phone number is 952-935-0389. Connect with the company and be sure to check out its online photo portfolio at www.lrsuburbanlandscaping.com.