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Boulder Remodeling Contractor Melton Construction Inc. Changes Name to Melton Design Build

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Boulder, CO (PRWEB) August 16, 2012

Residential and commercial remodeling contractor Melton Construction Inc., headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, announced today that it has changed its trade name to Melton Design Build. According to Ty Melton, president of the company, Our company was one of the first design build remodeling firms serving Boulder and the surrounding areas. We started offering design services shortly after we began doing business in 1993. Our new name, Melton Design Build, better reflects the full spectrum of architectural design and construction services we provide our clients. The company has also changed its web address to http://www.MeltonDesignBuild.com to reflect its new name.

Asked why the company uses the design build approach, Rick Johnson, Melton Design Builds general manager, explained The design build approach to remodeling is an easier, more convenient and less complex remodeling process for our clients. He continued, We find most homeowners and business owners find it very appealing. Its been our experience that for most types of remodeling projects, the design build approach we use is simpler, faster and can provide clients greater value. One of the reasons is that the ability to design and build a project to a specific budget is enhanced with this method.

With the design build remodeling process, the property owner selects a single design build remodeling contractor that works with the owner from the initial design discussions through to completion of the construction on the project. The design build contractor provides both the design and construction services. Selecting a design build remodeling contractor is different than selecting a construction-only contractor as it involves evaluating the contractors ability to provide the quality of design as well as the quality of construction the property owner is looking for.

Mr. Melton explained some of the benefits he believes design build offers. With design build the remodeling contractor designs the project so that it can be built within the agreed target budget. Since our staff architect who is designing the project knows construction costs intimately, the design is developed to fit in the overall design and construction budget from the beginning. And, as the contractor is responsible to the client for the entire process, if there is a problem with the design or construction, it is up to the design build contractor to resolve it. No time or money is wasted figuring out who is responsible to fix the problem. Its just a lot neater and simpler.

While not well known in some parts of the country, the trend towards design build remodeling has been growing over the past 25+ years. In many parts of the country, it is the dominant approach for many types of remodeling projects. Many of the design awards given by the remodeling industrys various competitions go to design build remodeling firms. Melton has won several of those awards for both commercial and residential remodeling projects.

Melton Design Build (formerly known as Melton Construction) headquartered in Boulder CO was founded in 1993 by Ty Melton. Melton Design Build provides architectural design, interior design and construction services to both homeowners and business owners primarily in Boulder, Louisville, Lafayette, Longmont, Niwot, Gunbarrel, Erie, Lyons, Superior, and parts of the Denver, Colorado area.

Typical home remodeling projects for the company include: kitchen and bath remodeling, single and multi-level home additions including pop-tops, whole home renovations, exterior remodeling, and green or energy-related remodeling. For its commercial clients, Melton Design Build remodeling projects often include professional, medical and dental offices, retail and restaurants and most types of light commercial remodeling.

In addition to other awards and honors, Melton Design Build was named one of Americas Top Remodelers in 2011 by Professional Remodeler Magazine and was named a Big50 remodeling firm by Remodeling Magazine. The company is a member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, Boulder Green Building Guild, Center for Resource Conservation, the Boulder Chamber of Commerce and other trade and business organizations. The company is involved with or sponsors a variety of local civic groups.







East Bay Home Remodeling Company HDR Remodeling Expands Staff

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Berkeley, CA (PRWEB) June 28, 2012

The East Bays design/build remodeling company, HDR Remodeling, is proud to introduce two new additions to its team: Lucy Chia Lu Kuo, a kitchen and bath designer, and Kevin Mond, an architect. Both Chia Lu Kuo and Mond are currently working at HDRs Berkeley location.

This is important to our growth as a company, especially as a home remodeling design/build firm, Jim Tibbs, creative director of HDR Remodeling said. The addition of Lucy and Kevin has allowed HDR Remodeling to offer its clients a broader range of design services with the in-house expertise to produce many different types of projects that include single room and whole house remodels, home additions and both interior and exterior improvements.

Chia Lu Kuo has worked in the interior design industry for more than 15 years in Asia and the U.S. She has received degrees from The Tokyo Design Academy, as well as The Academy of Art University in San Francisco. She is certified through The National Kitchen & Bath Association, which is a non-profit trade association that promotes the professionalism of the kitchen and bath industry.

Mond is a recent graduate from Iowa State University where he received accreditation through the National Architectural Accrediting Board. He has substantial experience working with design/build firms, primarily helping to turn conceptual drawings into construction plans; designing efficient layouts for workspaces, restaurants and homes; and obtaining required permits and important, functional production materials.

HDR Remodeling could not be more excited to have Lucy and Kevin be a part of the design team, Tibbs said. With their stellar track records and outstanding educational backgrounds, HDR Remodeling is growing with great enthusiasm, and is preparing to endeavor into grander home remodeling projects than ever before.

For more information about any of HDR Remodeling Companys services, call 510-984-3755 or view the home remodeling company on the Web at http://www.hdrremodeling-eastbay.com. HDR Remodelings office is located at 2952 Sacramento St. in Berkeley.

About HDR Remodeling

HDR Remodeling is dedicated to providing clients with personalized remodeling services to give them more healthful and beautiful living spaces at reasonable budgets. The company is certified with Build It Green as a remodeling contractor and also has been awarded Green Check by the Sierra Club Green Home Initiative. HDR Remodeling designs and transforms homes to improve the comfort of clients while integrating green building practices.







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Hyannis Kitchen Remodeling Expert Announces Tips to Help Consumers Select the Right Cabinets for Their Home Remodeling Project

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Barnstable, MA (PRWEB) July 01, 2012

Kitchen cabinets account for over half the cost of a remodeling project according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Making price driven decisions, can sometimes lead to shoddy cabinet selections. Kitchen cabinets are at eye-level and can consume a good portion of kitchen space, making them a valuable design feature in the kitchen, emphasizing the importance of selecting quality cabinets.

Quality is subjective, every homeowner has a different set of expectations they are looking for in kitchen cabinets. I know I like to get the best products money will buy, but I often have to settle with what I can afford. I still try to buy the best quality even when it will cost a little extra, it is worth it because of the longevity of the product, said Toby Leary, Owner of Toby Leary Fine Woodworking.

Consumer Reports conducted a survey regarding the quality of kitchen cabinets, stock cabinets versus custom cabinets and found, Readers we surveyed who bought the least expensive kitchen cabinets were likelier to have problems down the road. This supports the truth behind the clich

REMODELING Launches “Home for Life” Virtual Home Tour

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Washington, DC (PRWEB) June 25, 2012

REMODELING magazine announces today the launch of Home for Life, a virtual home tour that showcases how to remodel a home to save money and live well throughout the retirement years.

The first of the 76 million baby boomers turned 65 years old last year. A recent survey conducted by AARP revealed that 84 percent of boomers would like to stay in their current home during retirement but only 16 percent have taken any steps to adapt their home for the next couple of decades.

The photo-realistic online virtual tour is now open at The home focuses on the needs of a hypothetical couple who have been married almost 40 years and have decided to continue living in their current home after they retired so they can remain near their friends, family and community services. The tour shows homeowners and remodelers how to:

Phoenix Home Remodeling Contractor, Republic West Remodeling, Begins Santa Fe Facelift for Customer Home

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Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) June 06, 2012

Phoenix home remodeling contractor, Republic West Remodeling, announced an extensive remodel of an entire customer home is underway. The project is being fast-tracked on an eight-week schedule and has a budget of approximately $ 200,000.

Integrating and increasing the Santa Fe style throughout the home is the primary motivation behind this remodeling project. A complete facelift of the home is taking place, including all design elements and finishes. Along with the companys designer, the homeowners are participating in every aspect of the design process to ensure all details are addressed.

To remain consistent with the overall Santa Fe theme, natural materials will be emphasized throughout the homes design. Heavy beams will be added to the ceiling for aesthetics. In addition, bathroom size will be increased.

Our customer was pleased to have our interior designer work with them several months before the project even began, said Jim Weisman, owner of Republic West Remodeling, a leading Phoenix home remodeling company. Wanting to be very hands-on, the homeowners worked closely with our designer to select every last item, finish, design element and more.

We conducted several meetings to make sure nothing was overlooked, continued Weisman. Our goal is to maximize the potential of this project so our customer achieves their dream home.

With their children grown and moved out, the homeowners plan to stay in the home long-term. The casual, Santa Fe design will create the special environment to fit their lifestyle.

For more information on Republic West Remodeling, visit http://www.republicwestremodeling.com.

About Republic West Remodeling

Republic West Remodeling is a leading specialist of home improvement in Phoenix, offers the highest quality home remodeling services including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions and outdoor living spaces. Jim Weisman founded the company in 2011 after co-founding Republic West in 1995. The belief from the beginning was that ethical standards, honest communication, quality work performed by company employees and a low key education and design driven sales approach was what the customer yearned for.

Republic West Remodeling is an operationally driven company that utilizes various disciplines, processes and procedures to help insure that it can deliver what is promised and is careful to only promise what it can control.

Learn more about Republic West Remodelings home remodeling services in Arizona and the Phoenix Metro area by visiting the companys website.

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Most Popular Remodeling Ideas for Home or Business Offered by Quality Glass Block and Window Co.

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Morris, IL (PRWEB) June 07, 2012

Coming up with remodeling ideas is really exciting and fun; imagining what an old or open space can be using creativity and imagination. But the real thrill is seeing the creation, feeling the ambiance and knowing this space will be envied by all. It is this outstanding sensation that prompted Quality Glass Block and Window to come up with this list of remodeling ideas for all to dream about and make a reality out of those dreams.

Imagine this, a glass block wall separating a foyer from a living room, or maybe a glass block partition that separates a kitchen and dining room. For larger basements, a glass block wall can make a great divider from a play area to a recreational area. There are not many limits when it comes to Glass Block Walls or partitions, we have seen and done it all, stated Ray Tuminello, President of Quality Glass Block and Window Co. A glass block wall can be used almost anywhere in a home to provide light transmission from one area to another while keeping those areas separate from one another. In some cases, light transmission isnt a concern; rather privacy is the issue some face. Glass block walls can be configured using one pattern or a combination of two or more privacy patterns, it just depends on the artistic ability and creativity of the property owner or interior designer, stated Tuminello.

Those same glass block walls can be made using art glass blocks, or glass wall art. Murals can be made using any combination of glass blocks, glass wall art or pre-designed and even custom glass block murals. Using fusion technology, Quality Glass Block and Window can provide the most creative individuals with an astonishing glass block wall mural or even a window mural. The greatest part, is if any piece of the glass block mural should break several years down the road, replacement of the broken piece can be easily replaced, claims Tuminello. The glasses block murals range from aquatic and beach themes to city skyline themes. Send us your design idea, and we will make it happen for you, and we will also feature your custom glass block mural on our website for all to see and admire, says Tuminello.

There are so many benefits to allowing natural sunlight into a home or office. First there are the health benefits; as Doctors are always letting everyone know the importance of vitamin D, a vitamin humans soak up naturally through the skin. Second is the energy savings. This would make the next remodeling idea a very smart decision. Having a vinyl arch window, or geometric window, will not only allow additional light to naturally illuminate the space, but the vinyl is a superior insulator than wood and aluminum windows adding up to savings year after year. With a vast amount of remodeling ideas, very few allow the versatility, the durability and cost effectiveness that Quality Glass Block and Window Co. offers.

Quality Glass Block & Window Co. (http://www.qualityglassblock.com) is a leading provider of glass blocks used for windows, shower enclosures, walls and vents. In addition to wholesale glass blocks, Quality Glass Block & Window provides installation services or guidance for do-it-yourself builders and homeowners.