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THE OFFICIAL 2009 PHILADELPHIA HOME SHOW GUIDE Visit www.HouseMagazine.com to View Our Online Design Center Inside: Your Blueprint to the Philadelphia Home Show… To find the design experts, turn to pages 25-32. INSIDE
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THE OFFICIAL 2009 PHILADELPHIA HOME SHOW GUIDE
Visit www.HouseMagazine.com to View Our Online Design Center
Inside: Your Blueprint to thePhiladelphia Home Show…To find the design experts, turn to pages 25-32.
INSIDE
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contentsinterior design and remodeling ideas
20 Artistic FrontLet your entry door extend a warm welcome.
25 Official 2009 Philadelphia Home Show GuideThe latest trends—to help you renovate, redecorate or landscape.
34 Get OrganizedClean up the clutter! Start the new year right.
38 Home TheatersCozy up with some popcorn…tickets not required.
departments
12 Editor’s Note
16 Around Town Workshops, Classes, Shows and Events
18 Arts & Antiques
44 CotY Award Project A New Hope family’s new addition is everything they hoped for…and more!
48 Interior Design First impressions. The entry hall offers a bold welcome.
Landscaping/Hardscaping 50 Turn up the heat: entertain outdoors.
54 Enjoy vibrant garden colors all winter long.
52 Index of Advertisers
53 The Gallery
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Margo Levin, Editor
TThere’s no better time than the beginning of a new year to make a resolution ortwo, fix up the house or redo a room.
Drumroll...please. Enter: our first issue of 2009 with help to do just that. When I began receiving the articles for this Get Organized/Home Show issue, I
could not keep myself from making mental notes and to-do lists: my resolutionsflowed. I was secretly amazed at how well our writers captured exactly what waswrong with my pantry closet, why I couldn’t reach items in my kitchen cabinets,and why I was constantly repurchasing ingredients that I already had stockedsomewhere in my cluttered shelves. I didn’t know this and couldn’t find them (onearticle tells me) because I couldn’t see them: they were there, but clearly buriedfrom my view.
Clutter. Closet Chaos. Disorganization. Yep...guilty on all charges. I applauded our experts, who talk about all sorts of organizing systems and offer
all kinds of convenient and useful products, gadgets and suggestions fordecluttering and rearranging. Their common mantra: declutter your home andyou will declutter your mind. Presto-change-O! It’s that simple. It seemed freeing,really; I could imagine the joy of it all—both a clutter-free home and a clutter-freemind! I vowed to take baby steps (perhaps a slide-out dispenser for canned goodsor an expandable shoe rack?) so not to feel overwhelmed with my task at hand.
With a project and a plan in place, the next logical step would be to head (withall of the other eager resolution-making homeowners) to the 28th AnnualPhiladelphia Home Show. What better place to Fall in Love with [My]Home...Again! as this year’s slogan promises. With over 500 exhibitors under one
roof, I would come away with an abundance of additional ideas, excitingproducts and the latest trends to renovate, redecorate, landscape and redo...forthe entire year! A homeowner’s dream-come-true and timed just right for myOperation: Get Organized.
Speaking of dreams-come-true, I invite you to pay particular attention to ourfeature on Home Theaters—unbelievable masterpieces that trump any localmovie theater, for sure. (I would like one of these comfy, cozy state-of-the-artmedia rooms, too, ple-e-e-ase!)
All kidding aside, whether you’re in the market for a brand new entry door,simply looking to add some pillows with pizzazz, upgrade to high-tech, high-definition1080p TV, or just get organized, you’ll find each issue of HOUSE &HOME a handy reference, jam-packed with valuable information guaranteed tohelp make your house homier. Check out the latest in interior design, tips onhandling a kitchen or bath remodel, finishing a basement or keeping yourlandscape in tip-top shape. As always, we invite you to veg out and peruse ourfirst issue of 2009.
Happy New Year!
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OngoingFONTHILL MUSEUM TOURSBuilt around 1910, this mansion wasdesigned by Henry Mercer from theinside out. Constructed entirely ofhand-mixed concrete, the housecontains 44 rooms, 32 stairwells, 18fireplaces and more than 200 windows.There are more than 900 prints andother objects that Mercer gathered fromthroughout the world. Interior surfacesdisplay many decorative tiles. Today,Fonthill is a National HistoricLandmark.Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondaythrough Saturday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Tuesday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.Fee: $9; $8 seniors; $4 ages 5 to 17;under 5 freeLocation: Fonthill Museum, East CourtStreet, DoylestownMore details: www.fonthillmuseum.orgor 215-348-9461
OngoingMERCER MUSEUM TOURSHenry Mercer’s collections, whichinclude more than 50,000 objects ofmany descriptions and everyday life,were varied and seemingly endless. Toolsand artifacts represent the soul of earlyAmerica and the heritage of BucksCounty. This seven-story concretebuilding was constructed between 1913and 1916 by Mercer, eight laborers anda horse named Lucy. Inside, earlyAmerican trades, such as woodworking,metalworking, agricultural, textile anddairy, are represented by tools andimplements.Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday andWednesday through Saturday; 10 a.m.to 9 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 5 p.m.
SundayFee: $8 adults; $7 seniors; $4 ages 5 to17; under 5 freeLocation: 84 S. Pine St., DoylestownMore details: www.mercermuseum.orgor 215-345-0210
OngoingVISIT ALDIE MANSIONAldie Mansion is a 2½-story brickEnglish-style Tudor mansion built in1927 for sculptor William Mercer andhis wife, Martha. Owned by theHeritage Conservancy, it is also itsheadquarters. Aldie has a fine collectionof works by contemporary BucksCounty artists and craftsmen depictinghistoric homes, scenic views and naturalresources. Tours can be arranged.Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. by appointmentFee: FreeLocation: 85 Old Dublin Pike,DoylestownMore details: 215-343-7020
OngoingPARRY MANSIONMUSEUM WEEKENDSThe Parry Mansion, built in 1784 bywealthy lumber mill owner BenjaminParry, was purchased by the New HopeHistorical Society in 1966. It is adecorative arts museum with roomsfurnished in period style from 1775 to1900. A guided tour takes visitorsthrough 125 years of decorative changesexperienced by the Parrys, each roomreflecting a style from colonial toAmerican empire to Victorian.Hours: 1 to 5 p.m. Friday to SundayFee: $4Location: 45 S. Main St.,
New HopeMore details: 215-862-5652 or 215-862-5148
OngoingPENNSBURY MANOR TOURSReturn to William Penn’s day on this43-acre re-creation of his estate. Theplantation is comprised of a Georgianmanor house, a dozen outbuildings,including bake and brew houses, andperiod herb and floral gardens. Dailyguided and self-guided tours reveal aworking estate with demonstrations.There are children’s programs,workshops and a gift shop.Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdaythrough Saturday; noon to 5 p.m.SundayFee: $7 adults; $6 seniors; $5 ages 6 to17; $25 familiesLocation: 400 Pennsbury Manor Road,MorrisvilleMore details: 215-946-0400
January 12 to April 5QUILT COMPETITIONAND DISPLAYHandmade quilts compete for morethan $1,400 in prizes in sevencategories: Traditional, Appliqué,Creative, Amish, Quilted Clothing,Children's and Potluck. Quilts aredisplayed in the Village Gazebo. Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; 10a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 10a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and SaturdayFee: FreeLocation: Village Gazebo, Peddler’sVillage, Lahaska, PAMore details: www.peddlersvillage.comor 215-794-4051
January 17 to March 1RENEWING TRADITIONSView the latest fabric and needleworkartistry of the Friendly Quilters ofBucks County, an African-Americanquilting group, in this warm, colorfulexhibit of the group’s work. The showfeatures 25 recently completed quilts,augmented with related African andAfrican-American cultural artifacts.Exhibit represents the secondcollaboration between the MercerMuseum and Friendly Quilters.Sponsored in part by the Bucks CountyChapter of the Links, Inc. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondaythrough Saturday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 5p.m. SundayFee: $8 adults; $7 seniors; $4 ages 5 to 7; under 5 freeLocation: 84 S. Pine St., DoylestownMore details: www.mercermuseum.orgor 215-345-0210
January 20WINE AND CHEESE PAIRINGS ATCROSSING VINEYARDSLearn how to select the cheeses thatcomplement your favorite wines.
Samples allow you to discover thepairings you like the best. Priceincludes instruction, tasting andlearning material.Hours: 7:30 p.m.Fee: $35 per personLocation: Crossing VineyardsWinery, 1853 Wrightstown Road,Washington CrossingMore details:www.crossingvineyards.com or 215-493-6500 ext. 19
January 24 to March 31ORCHID EXTRAVAGANZAEnter a dazzling world of orchids asLongwood Gardens transforms itsconservatory into an orchid oasis. Seethousands of orchids from around theworld, including the Living Wall ofOrchids and the new Orchid Mobile.Go back in time to VictorianEngland and experience orchid maniawhen explorers went to harrowinglengths to acquire orchids.Hours: 9 a.m.to 5 p.m.Fee: $16 adults; $14 seniors; $6 students; under 4 freeLocation: Longwood Gardens, Route1, Kennett SquareMore details:www.longwoodgardens.org or 610-388-1000
February 6TODAY’S HORTICULTURESYMPOSIUM AT LONGWOODGARDENSThis day-long symposium is designedfor horticulture professionals,landscape designers, passionategardeners and students ofhorticulture. Topics for thesymposium include backyardcomposting, native plants, landscapedesign and tree disease management.Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Fee: $85Location: Longwood Gardens, Route1, Kennett SquareMore details:www.longwoodgardens.org/Symposia.html or 610-388-1000, ext. 507
Information compiled by Amy Angradi.Confirm information before making your plans by calling the listed number or visiting the listed website.Information for inclusion in this sectionshould be submitted [email protected] orfax details to Around Town at 215-689-4999 at least two months beforescheduled date.
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Through February 1CLAUS MROCZYNSKI: SACRED
PLACES OF THE SOUTHWEST
From the time he was a child,German-born photographerClaus Mroczynski wasfascinated by the indigenouspeople of North America,especially the ancientinhabitants of the AmericanSouthwest. Later, as anaccomplished photographer, hespent more than two decadesvisiting the rugged deserts,caves, mesas and mountains of
the area. This exhibit includessome of his finest work.Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Wednesday through SundayFee: $5 adults; $4 ages 60 andover; $2 children ages 6 to 18;under 6 freeLocation: The Michener inNew Hope, Union Square onBridge Street, New HopeMore details:www.michenermuseum.org or215-862-7633
Through March 1
OUTDOOR SCULPTURE
PROGRAM: BARRY PARKER
Philadelphia sculptor BarryParker’s work has been inspiredby many sources, including folktales, literature and travel. Hissculptures are constructed ofhammered and formed bronzesheets that are welded together.A variety of his sculptures willbe displayed.Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Tuesday through Friday; 10a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noonto 5 p.m. Sunday
Fee: $6.50 adults; $6 ages 60and over; $4 children ages 6 to18; under 6 freeLocation: Michener ArtMuseum, 138 S. Pine St.,DoylestownMore details:www.michenermuseum.org or215-340-9800
Through March 15SAVING FACE: PORTRAITS
FROM THE COLLECTION OF
ROBERT INFARINATO
This collection, assembled byBucks County resident RobertInfarinato, is rich in masterfulportraits by renownedphotographers, like AnselAdams, Robert Capa and LotteJacobi. The collections featuremany subjects who have madetheir mark in the arts includingPablo Picasso, Billie Holidayand Marilyn Monroe.Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Tuesday through Friday; 10a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; noonto 5 p.m. SundayFee: $6.50 adults; $6 ages 60and over; $4 children ages 6 to18; under 6 freeLocation: Michener ArtMuseum, 138 S. Pine St.,DoylestownMore details:www.michenermuseum.org or215-340-9800
Through April 5FRANK O. GEHRY: DESIGN
PROCESS AND THE LEWIS
HOUSE
This exhibition explores how adecade-long residentialcommission for Peter Lewisgave Frank Gehry a uniqueopportunity to experiment andachieve the formal andtechnological breakthroughsthat have made him one of themost influential architects ofour time.Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tuesday through Saturday; until8:45 p.m. Friday Fee: $14 adults; $12 seniors;$10 students and ages 13 to 18;
Claus Mroczynski (1942-2006), White House, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Arizona. Ca. 1998-2000, Privatecollection; on display at The Michener in New Hope.
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under 13 freeLocation: PhiladelphiaMuseum of Art, BenjaminFranklin Parkway at 26th Street,PhiladelphiaMore details:www.philamuseum.org or 215-763-8100
January 11 – April 12SLOW CLAY: THE CERAMIC
ART OF WILLI SINGLETON
Willi Singleton, a localceramicist, uses clay found inhis own backyard in Kempton.His work is world-recognizedfor its contemporary andelegant design, which heachieves using a traditionalwood-fired climbing kiln. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tuesday through Saturday;noon to 5 p.m. SundayFee: $6 adults; $4 seniorcitizens and students; $3children six to 12; under 6 free;free general admission everySundayLocation: Allentown ArtMuseum, 31 N. Fifth St.,AllentownMore details:www.allentownartmuseum.orgor 610-432-4333
January 31 – April 26GRAND SCALE:MONUMENTAL PRINTS IN THE
AGE OF DURER AND TITIAN
This exhibit assembles morethan 40 oversized and multi-part woodcuts and engravingsfrom United States collections.Except for an exhibit of giantRenaissance woodcuts in the1970s, this is the first exhibit inmore than 100 years to explorethe origins of this genre inprintmaking. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Tuesday through Saturday; until8:45 p.m. Friday Fee: $14 adults; $12 seniors;$10 students and ages 13 to 18;under 13 freeLocation: PhiladelphiaMuseum of Art, BenjaminFranklin Parkway at 26th Street,PhiladelphiaMore details:www.philamuseum.org or 215-763-8100
Information compiled by LindseyGetz. Confirm information beforemaking your plans by calling thelisted number or visiting the listedwebsite. Information for inclusion inthis section should be submitted toarts&[email protected] fax details to Arts & Antiques at215-689-4999 at least two monthsbefore scheduled date.
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Jörg Breu II (the Younger), German (c. 1510-1547). The Story of Susanna, 1540.Woodcut printed from four blocks. The Charles M. Lea Collection, 1928; ondisplay at the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Grand Scale exhibition.
exquisite designsWith a love, passion and natural talent for painting, and with more than 20 years ofexperience in television, Mary Dima created Daroo Designs. As senior designer atNBC 10, Dima received four Emmy Awards in addition to numerous other nationalawards. Today, Dima’s skill is demonstrated in her decorative paint and plaster finishes,custom furniture and exquisite murals, which have been featured in numerous showhouses, distinctive homes, businesses and various publications. Whether it is faux ordecorative painting, Venetian plaster, stenciling or an intricate mural, the goal ofDaroo Designs is to make each commissioned assignment a magical masterpiece–onethat truly exceeds a client’s expectations.
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artistic front
let your entry door extend a warm, personal welcome By Debi Bryant
LLike a good work of art, the front door of a home is a beginningpoint for conversation and discovery. The journey into a homebegins here, so entry doors deserve serious consideration.
WONDERFUL WOOD
For many people, wood wins the prize for appearance. It isbeautiful, natural and tactile. You can choose from several speciesmeant to be finished naturally, including oak, cherry, walnut,mahogany, maple, fir, pine or paint-grade doors from any ofseveral softwoods. Wooden doors hit all the price points—fromultra-expensive to not-so-expensive. As with all purchases,though, you get what you pay for.
Because they are exposed to weather and often heavy wear,A custom metalwork door beautifully frames the view from insideand out. Photo courtesy Pete Koehler
Old World craftsmanship and modern millworkmanufacturing meet in the making of MarvinWindows and Doors products like these entry doorsfrom the company’s Artist collection. Find Marvinproducts at BMC West Building Materials.
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entry doors can show their age prematurely. Wooden doors have awarm, natural look, but are vulnerable to the elements, especiallyin this part of the country. Seasons of high humidity, brilliantsunshine and wet winters will eventually warp, crack and bowwood. As a result, you should consider the ongoing maintenancerequired of a wooden front door. All woods warp, so if your frontdoor has high sun exposure, a coat of finish once a year will helpprotect it.
COMPOSITE AND FIBERGLASS
Engineered composite doors are an option if you want a lowermaintenance front door. Don’t be put off by the term composite.These doors have been engineered to eliminate many of thedeficiencies of natural wood and produce a straighter, strongerdoor.
Fiberglass doors are gaining more acceptance among builders.Because they are very durable, they provide perfect color matches.You can touch them and not know they’re fiberglass.
Fiberglass doors come with warranties from 20 years, up tolifetime. They fall in the same price range as high-end mahoganydoors. With everyone more energy-conscious these days, fiberglassdoors make sense since they have a better solar heat gain ratingthan other doors.
DOORS OF STEEL
You will find steel doors in almost every style home these days,ranging from the finest mansions to modern bungalows andcottages. Many homeowners are using steel entry door systemsbecause of the superior protection they provide, and equally asimportant, the beautiful styles and finishes available. >>>
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resources
Artistic Glass & DoorsBerlin, NJ
856-768-1414www.artisticglassdoors.com
Classy Doors & MoreCherry Hill, NJ888-92-DOORS
www.classy-doors.com
Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors
877-535-3462www.jeld-wen.com
Marvin Windows and Doors
888-537-7828www.marvin.com
Penn Windows and Doors
Warminster, PA215-672-3290
www.pennwindowsanddoors.com
SpringHouse Window &Door
Spring House, PA800-593-2051
Paoli, PA800-593-2052
Chadds Ford, PA800-953-2053
www.shwdinc.com
The Door Stop Ltd.Newtown Square, PA
888-252-6830www.doorstopltd.com
Therma-Tru Doors800-843-7628
www.thermatru.com
WindowizardsBristol, PA
800-220-1151 www.windowizards.com
Visit our online resourcedirectory at
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that offer these products and services.
A quality built decorative steel door can increase the value ofyour home, especially one that’s aged. As for efficiency, many ofthese doors are constructed with a polyurethane core that offershigh energy-efficient ratings.
Because steel doors are inherently more durable than almostany alternative material used in construction, their life expectancyis unsurpassed.
TRENDS AND SECURITY
Knotty alder, a wood that creates a distinctive Old World look, ispopular now.
Many homeowners are choosing a distressed finish for alderand other species of wood for their front doors, which gives apatina of age. Wooden doors with wrought-iron grills that openare an attractive option.
Consider multi-point locks that have more than one bolt thatlocks in place. There is still only one knob, but the number ofbolts depends on the height of the door. It creates many benefits:These doors are really hard to kick in, the locks keep the doorstraight and also make it more weather-tight.
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Customers love wooden doors because of their beauty, so
door systems should feature only the highest quality of
solid hardwood oak and mahogany designs. Many
wooden doors are also enhanced with beveled and
leaded glass, and can be painted or stained in an infinite
number of colors. Sun and weather conditions can affect
them, but if they’re maintained properly, wooden doors
can easily last for 25 to 30 years.
~Mike Baron, owner, Artistic Glass & Doors
Doors should not only be functional but also complement
the décor and the overall feeling of the home. All
products are made to customers’ specifications. Fiberglass
and iron are the two most common door choices for our
customers. Fiberglass is not as customizable as iron and
wood, but there are still great styles available. If a
customer sees something that he or she likes or has a
picture or vision in mind, we can work from that. The home
itself, exposure of the front of the house, and how much
maintenance a customer is willing to take on are
important considerations.
~Kim Bratton-Musser, owner, Classy Doors & More
The exposure of the door drives the decision of what typeof material to select. Most customers like the beauty andwarmth that come from a wooden door. Without anoverhang, the sunlight and moisture could damage thewood. With fiberglass, there’s less maintenance, and it’shard to tell the difference between fiberglass and wood.We help our customers select the highest quality productthat’s best for their overhang and what fits their budget.
~Michael Bennis, owner, Penn Windows and Doors
Today’s homeowners are looking for something special tomake their homes unique. The aesthetic beauty of wooddoors is unsurpassed. Wood doors also allow much moreflexibility of design, and they can be built to fit almost anyopening. Along with the choices of traditional paneleddoors, customers are looking at decorative glass, possiblya carved door, or even ornamental iron in or on the door.While mahogany doors are the most popular choice,today’s customers are also turning to the rustic look andfeel of alder or Spanish cedar to enhance the characterof their entry. With the right combination of wood, designand hardware, customers can create that one-of-a-kindfeel for their home.
~Keith Dambly, owner, The Door Stop Ltd.>>>
When it comes to selecting an elegant and durable entry door, local expertsoffer the following advice to take with you when you go shopping.
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seal it with a SteelwayCellar Door
FFor over 45 years Steelway Cellar Doors has been providing basement accessways for the Tri-State area. The company prides itself as one of the fewcompanies dedicated solely to providing outside access to basements.
In 2002, Steelway was the first company to introduce a pre-cast egresswindow. This is not a plastic or tin window well that will rot or collapse overtime. It is 5 inches of pre-cast concrete that looks as good as it is durable!Steelway’s professional installers take the time to do the job right—bringinglight into your basement, and making it safe and enjoyable for years tocome.
The traditional cellar entrance is a set of pre-cast concrete stairs and a steeldoor at the top. From 5,000 PSI rebar reinforced concrete to an all-weldedsteel door at the top, Steelway does it all—from permit through backfill—ina single day. The company is one of the few firms in the entire country thatdoes not use sub-contractors to install pre-cast stairs, thereby assuring thehomeowner of a job well-done.
Steelway has also introduced a double-wide pre-cast cellar entrance thatdoes not need to have a steel door at the top. This configuration providesdaylight to the basement while giving the functionality of traditional stairs.
Opening up a hole in your basement foundation is not something youshould take lightly. Trust the company that has been successfully installingbasement entrances for nearly a half a century.
Steelway Cellar Doors is located at 290 E. Church Road, King of Prussia. Formore information, visit the company’s website at www.cellardoors.com or call610-277-9988.
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PHILADELPHIA HOME SHOW GUIDE 2009
Ty Pennington, host of TV’s hit series Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, is the official spokesperson for Marketplace Events.
“People always ask me where they can buy the cool products they see on our show, and the truth is that the best place to find all the basics, plus all the hot new products – all in one place – is at the type of home shows Marketplace Events produces.”
Visit MarketplaceEvents.com to find out more about our 3-year partnership with Ty Pennington.
TY PENNINGTON OFFICALLY ENDORSES THIS SHOW, BUT WILL NOT BE APPEARING THIS YEAR.
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Where:Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibition Hall D12th & Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107www.paconvention.com
Show Hours:Saturday, January 17 10 am-9 pmSunday, January 18 10 am-8 pmMonday, January 19 10 am-9 pmTuesday, January 20 4 pm-9 pmWednesday, January 21 4 pm-9 pmThursday, January 22 4 pm-9 pmFriday, January 23 10 am-9 pmSaturday, January 24 10 am-9 pmSunday, January 25 10 am-6 pm
Ticket Information:Adults: $12.00 ($9.00 when purchased online)Children: Ages 6-12: $3.00 Ages 5 & Under: FREE
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Tickets are available at the Pennsylvania Convention Centerbox office during show hours or beat the crowds by buyingonline and saving $3.00 at www.phillyhomeshow.com.Additional show information can be found on the website,including celebrity presentation schedules, promotions and con-tests, directions and parking.
The 2009 Home Show is bursting with new products, innovative ideas and an array ofexperts in all matters related to the home, inside and out. With more than 500 deco-rating, remodeling and landscaping experts, the show has all the resources you need forany improvement project, no matter the size of the house or renovation.
Home Show To Do List❏ What Does the 2009 Philadelphia Home Show Have in Store for Me?
❏ I Need to Find the Experts! – Map and Exhibitor List
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Notes:Participate in all contests for a chance to win great prizes, including a $1,000 TySTYLES prize package!
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Fall in Love with Your Home…Again!The 28th Annual Philadelphia Home Show
January 17-25, 2009 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center
Whether it is “love at first sight” or “a lifetime of growing together,” people are plain and simply in love with their homes. Home
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Attendees have the opportunity to participate in exciting contests and enjoy interactive celebrity seminars, offering tips and tech-
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ices
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2
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erva
torie
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naiss
ance
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serv
atorie
s .
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6
Cook
ware
/Cut
lery
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lery
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8En
Mas
se M
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Corp
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15He
alth
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1023
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natio
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ry
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4Ki
tchen
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ft In
tl
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120
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rodu
cts .
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835
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l Acc
ents
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46
Deck
sDe
ck C
raft
LLC
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#809
Elisio
Buil
ders
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15Fa
nelli
Wind
ow P
ros
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9M
ain D
eck U
SA .
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407
Sign
ature
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s & A
wning
s .
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5W
inwar
d Sa
les
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306
& #3
13
Desig
n Co
nstru
ction
J & L
Des
igns
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8
Drive
ways
Drive
way I
mpr
essio
ns
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Elec
troni
csAn
tenna
Star
Sate
llite
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3
Com
cast
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1Di
rectv
iew .
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Max
Aud
io Vi
deo
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339
Sm
ith &
Wes
son
Secu
rity S
ervic
es/S
ound
& S
ecur
ityEn
ginee
ring
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#346
Vide
o Ci
ty .
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408
Fenc
ing/
Raili
ngs/M
etal
Wor
kBe
nfab
, Inc
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1Co
mpa
ss Ir
onwo
rks
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505
Meta
l Mas
ters
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0Su
perio
r Wall
s .
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36
Winw
ard
Sales
.
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6 &
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Fina
ncia
l Ins
titut
ions
First
Inve
stors
Cor
p. .
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6Im
pala
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cial I
nc.
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19IN
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ancia
l Par
tner
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22M
erril
l Lyn
ch .
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8
Fire
plac
eNa
ture
gree
n La
ndsc
ape &
Har
dsca
pe .
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pole
s/Mai
lbox
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mbr
andt
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s .
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448
Unco
mm
on U
SA, I
nc.
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1
Food
/Win
e Pr
oduc
tsAm
elia’s
Cho
wder
Sha
ck
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8Ch
adds
ford
Wine
ry –
Cof
fee C
afé (J
anua
ry 2
1&
22)
Darb
y Cre
ek/R
and
Hill
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9Fiv
e Star
Hom
e Foo
ds .
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Pass
ante
Brot
hers
HFS
.
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6
Foun
tain
s/Wat
erfa
llsAq
uatic
Arti
sts
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#513
Furn
iture
Res
tora
tion
Solan
o’s R
esto
ratio
n In
c. .
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. . .#
422
Thom
as Fu
rnitu
re R
esto
ratio
n .
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. .#4
50
Gara
ge D
oors
& S
ervic
esDe
signe
r Doo
rs In
c. .
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9DG
M In
stalla
tions
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54Ov
erhe
ad D
oor C
o. o
f Che
ster a
nd D
elawa
re
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2Po
wer W
indow
’s an
d Si
ding
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Win
dowi
zard
s .
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. .#3
31
Gran
ite &
Mar
ble
All M
arble
& G
ranit
e Im
ports
. .
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657
Colon
ial M
arble
& G
ranit
e .
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909
Gran
ite Tr
ansfo
rmati
ons
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624
Maje
sty M
arble
& G
ranit
e .
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. . .#
554
Mille
nnium
Hom
e Pro
ducts
, Inc
. .
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. . .#
153
Subu
rban
Mar
ble &
Gra
nite
. . .
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225
Gutte
rsEv
ercle
ar G
utter
Pro
tectio
n
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. .#4
42Fa
nelli
Wind
ow P
ros
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9Gu
tter M
onste
r .
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51Gu
tter S
hutte
r .
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107
In
stall A
mer
ica
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839
Gutte
r Helm
et Sy
stem
s .
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. .#1
40P.J
. Fitz
patri
ck In
c. .
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644
The G
utter
Guy
s .
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.#80
7
Hard
wood
Flo
ors
A to
Z E
xotic
Har
dwoo
ds
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.#40
5Gr
eena
ble
. . .
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7Lu
mbe
r Liqu
idato
rs
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39SE
J Mate
rial R
esou
rces
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945
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A Ca
rpet
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d an
d Flo
oring
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Heal
th P
rodu
ctsCo
rrect-
A-St
ep
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739
Hom
e De
cor
All N
atura
l Can
dle B
iz
. . .
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#652
Aqua
jet S
howe
rs
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2Br
eez C
andle
s .
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137
Darc
o Cr
aft
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. . .#
255
Desig
ner P
alms,
Inc
. . .
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. .#
918
Euro
pean
Gift
s .
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. .#8
33Ki
d’s M
usic
Box
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247
Mac
ulo E
nter
prise
s .
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. .#7
04M
arble
Wor
ld .
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Meta
l Mas
ters
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.#81
0Ne
edlep
oint A
rt &
Com
pany
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New
Age G
roup
/Art
on T
iles
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16Ni
ca-A
rt .
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. .#6
22Re
mbr
andt
Sign
s .
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448
Switc
h Ar
t . .
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539
TGS
Trad
ing C
ompa
ny
. . .
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. . .
. . .#
252
Hom
e Fu
rnish
ings
Asto
n Bl
ack E
nter
prise
s .
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3 Fa
r Eas
tern
Furn
ishing
s .
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0M
arm
elstei
n’s
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2Th
eater
lift (d
ba M
edia
Supp
ly)
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. . .#
437
U.S.
Jacle
an In
c .
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7Cu
stom
Woo
dwor
king
Furn
iture
. .
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944
Le M
ontag
e .
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ign R
oom
C)
Uniqu
e Int
erior
s .
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Desig
n Ro
om D
)
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e Im
prov
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me D
epot
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946
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vativ
e Exte
riors
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Insu
latio
nBu
ilder
s Solu
tions
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3
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e In
sura
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Com
pany
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. . .#
616
Inte
rior D
esig
n an
d Ho
me
Furn
ishin
gsAb
solut
e Livi
ng To
day
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1Ga
rdne
r/Fox
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330
J & L
Des
igns
. . .
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(Des
ign R
oom
A)
Klaz
mer
Eise
man
Inter
iors
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esign
Roo
m B
)Le
Mon
tage
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esign
Roo
m C
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ique I
nter
iors
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sign
Room
D)
Jewe
lryJu
st Be
twee
n Us
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bby
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s M. S
mith
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lry
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. .#2
06
Kitch
en &
Bat
h2
Days
Bath
LLC
. . .
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334
AJ D
ecor
ation
Cor
p.
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01Am
erica
n Ki
tchen
Refa
cing
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441
Aqua
jet S
howe
rs
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0 Ba
th Fi
tter
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7Ca
binets
by G
rabe
r .
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00Ca
rdina
l Woo
d Ca
binet
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Cone
stoga
Vall
ey C
usto
m K
itche
ns In
c .
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1Cu
stom
Woo
dwor
king
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Delaw
are V
alley
Plum
bing
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1He
art o
f the
Hom
e Kitc
hens
. .
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en M
agic
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0Kn
ight K
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ns .
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506
Mar
zilli C
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uctio
n .
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5M
illenn
ium H
ome P
rodu
cts
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53Pr
o Sp
arkle
It
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1Re
-Bath
of P
enns
ylvan
ia .
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4So
ciety
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ns an
d Cu
stom
Inter
iors
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400
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d-M
ode
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520
W.R
. Bom
mer
Lux
ury B
ath S
ystem
s .
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. . .#
557
Ladd
ers
Little
Gian
t Lad
der S
ystem
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Ent
erpr
ises
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131
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scap
ing/
Gard
enin
g/Ac
cess
orie
sCa
sco
Patio
.com
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. . .#
813
Celes
tial G
arde
ns
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Lobb
yCa
rney
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ketin
g Gr
oup
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634
Com
pass
Iron
work
s .
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5Cr
eativ
e Pav
ers
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12:30 pm joe gardener
2 pm Mad Dog & Merrill
3:30 pm joe gardener
4:30 pm Mad Dog & Merrill
6 pm joe gardener
**Balloon Freak appearing on show floor
from noon - 5 pm
Monday, January 19
11 am joe gardener
12:30 pm Mad Dog & Merrill
2 pm joe gardener
3:30 pm Mad Dog & Merrill
5 pm joe gardener
6:30 pm Mad Dog & Merrill
**Balloon Freak appearing on show floor
from 11 am - 6:30 pm
Friday, January 23
noon Joshua Foss
2 pm Debt Consolidation*
3 pm Joshua Foss
5 pm Make the Economy Work for You*
6 pm Joshua Foss
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Saturday, January 24
11 am Joshua Foss
1 pm Summer Baltzer
3 pm Joshua Foss
5 pm Summer Baltzer
7 pm Joshua Foss
Sunday, January 25
11 am Joshua Foss
noon Summer Baltzer
1 pm Joshua Foss
2 pm Summer Baltzer
What is the Schedule?Seminars, Presentations and Special Events
Tuesday, January 20
4 pm - 9 pm Ask a Designer - bring
your samples and swatches
for a FREE 15-minute
consultation with one of
four Designer Room
designers
Wednesday, January 21
4 pm - 9 pm Ask a Designer - bring your
samples and swatches for a
FREE 15-minute consultation
with one of four Designer Room
designers
4:30 pm - 8:30 pm Wine Tasting - sample a
selection of local award-winning
wines from Chaddsford Winery.
Thursday, January 22
4 pm - 9 pm Ask a Designer - bring your
samples and swatches for a
FREE 15-minute consultation
with one of four Designer
Room designers
4:30 pm - 8:30 pm Wine Tasting - sample a
selection of local award-
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6 pm - 7 pm “I look like Ty” contest on
celebrity stage
Weekday Activities
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During its 28-year history, the Philadelphia Home Show has brought the most notable celebrities in home design to the people ofPhiladelphia. This year is no different. From celebrity seminars to designer rooms and featured guests, this year’s show offers moreopportunities to learn from and interact with celebrity experts who offer savvy suggestions on the latest trends–from gardening togrilling to “going green.”
Known for her role on HGTV’s Design on a Dime, Summer Baltzer’s passion has always been to empower peopleeverywhere to create designer-inspired looks in their own homes. All design rules are meant to be broken. Gooddesign is about finding your own personal style and making it work to your advantage. You can see Summer at theshow on January 24 and 25.
Joshua Foss is a familiar face on HGTV.com, hosting Get Green and appearing as Organic Josh on the second sea-son of the hit show Design Star. A nationally renowned living-green leader, designer and artist, he promotes greendesign as attractive, affordable and easy. Joshua will be at the show January 23–25.
Known for blending satire and wittiness with creative cooking ideas and mouth-watering recipes, MadDog & Merrill, the Grilling Buddies, will keep you laughing and learning how to create cookingmagic on the barbeque grill. Appearing on January 17-19, the duo will prepare some of their favoritetailgating recipes, and audiences will have the chance to sample their gourmet grilling.
joe gardener (aka Joe Lamp’l) is host of DIY Network’s Fresh From the Garden andGardenSMART on PBS. Joe has truly mastered the ability to make complex gardeningconcepts understandable to gardeners of any level. His mission: to make all levels of gar-dening accessible to the average homeowner, keeping it simple and fun. Joe will be at theshow January 17-19.
Summer Baltzer
Joshua Foss
Mad Dog & Merrill
Joe Lamp’l
You’ll enjoy this feature where Philadelphia TV newscasters and local designers team up to create their vision of the ideal room.
John AndersonSheinelle Jones Susan Barnett Karen Rogers Bill Henley Lori Wilson
Karen Rogers will look toward Klazmer-Eiseman Interiors’ Barbara Klazmer-Eiseman to help bring her vision of a woman’s retreat.
Susan Barnett and Interiors by Le Montage’s Ron Sulpizio are coming together to bring summer warmth to the living room on a cold January day.
Good Day Philadelphia’s John Anderson and Sheinelle Jones, and J&L Designs’ Patti Littley and Kristin Vosbikian have teamed up to recreate today’s vision of the traditional den.
Lori Wilson and Bill Henley will battle head-to-head when Uniques Interiors designs their separate rooms.Viewers will vote for their favorite for a chance to win a $500 Gift Card from Unique Interiors.
“People in the News” Designer Rooms
Time to Go Celebrity Site-Seeing!
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After a hard day’s work of exploring the exciting products and speaking with home improvement experts at the show, it’s
always good to kick your feet up with friends and have a little fun. The Philadelphia Home Show offers just that, with oppor-
tunities to take part in a wide variety of events and contests that will get your heart pumping and soul laughing.
On Wednesday, January 21, and Thursday, January 22, the Home Show will be hosting an
exclusive wine tasting event on the show floor at the cafe, giving attendees the chance to
sample some of the best selections from local producer Chaddsford Winery, including
their award-winning 2006 Pinot Noir. Since the winery's first release in 1983, each succes-
sive vintage has received critical acclaim from wine writers and critics across the country.
Do you think you look like Ty Pennington, Spokesperson for the Philadelphia Home Show and
Marketplace Events? If so, spike that hair and come on down to the show on Thursday, January 23rd,
between 6pm & 7pm for the “I Look Like Ty” contest, as we search the show for the best Ty
Pennington look-alike! The winners receive a $250 restaurant gift certificate for first place, $150 for sec-
ond and $100 for third. Winners photos will appear in The Philadelphia Inquirer on January 30th.
Ty Styles feature – While you’re there, check out the Ty Styles feature at the end of the 300 aisle. Register
to win this $1,000 prize package consisting of products endorsed by or designed by Ty Pennington!
Ask a Designer! Tuesday through Thursday, bring your samples and swatches for a free 15-minute con-
sultation with a designer! Designers from Unique Interiors, J&L Designs, Klazmer-Eiseman Interiors and
Le Montage will be available with fabulous design ideas for your home!
Celebrity Bird House Auction – place
a bid on a charming birdhouse decorat-
ed by your favorite local celebrity! Birdhouses decorated by
the Philadelphia Phillies, Eagles, media personalities, the
Mayor and more will be on display for your bidding pleasure. All proceeds benefit Alex’s
Lemonade Stand Foundation, which has raised more than $20 million and has funded more
than 80 cancer research centers.
Visitors of the Home Show can learn how to save money with environmentally-friendly products and
services for their homes by locating the “BEST Green Products” signs
throughout the show floor. Join the contest! Vote for your favorite green prod-
uct for a chance to win a $300 American Express gift card.
Enjoy an encore appearance by the Balloon Freak! John Cassidy has wowed
audiences of all ages with his remarkable talent, bizarre antics and outrageous
personality, earning him widespread acclaim as a master balloon sculptor. A
title-holder in the Guinness Book of World Records for sculpting 757 balloons in
60 minutes, John will be at the show on January 17-19. John Cassidy
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Enjoy a Great Day Out!
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wrought iron maniaBy Alvin Stauffer
What is it about wrought iron that always getsthe attention of passersby and visitors? Is it theOld World charm of an elegant fence, or theromantic gracefulness of a Juliet balcony?Perhaps, it is the imposing security of an estategate. Whatever the attraction, wrought iron, acenturies old craft, is making a roaring come-back in popularity.
“This ‘mania’ is appearing more and more,not only on homeowners’ primary homes butalso on their summer or shore homes,” notesAmos Glick, proprietor ofCompass Ironworks, who isa custom iron and alu-minum specialist.
“The explosion ofdemand for iron hasprompted some companiesto produce imitation prod-ucts like the mass producedaluminum fencing sold atgarden supply stores. Wehave also seen where anamateur with a welder hastried his hand at makingwrought iron,” Glick pointsout. “Even if the home-owner is pleased with hispurchase initially, in a yearor two problems begin toemerge. Paint may peel,rust sets in, and the project may have to be done over. Often, that’swhere we come in.”
According to Glick, true wrought iron quality cannot be dupli-cated...at least not for very long. “It’s all in the details,” he insists.“People don’t care how much you know until they know how muchyou care.” The focus on building client relationships is why CompassIronworks is in such high demand in the mid-Atlantic area and is thereason why clients eagerly offer referrals to their friends and neigh-bors.
“We do not mass-produce our products,” Glick continues. “Eachitem is assigned to one of our craftsmen, who will go to the jobsitehimself and take any number of measurements necessary while mak-ing templates and snapping photos. Back at the shop, this artisan willthen build the project. When finished, the same craftsman will over-see the installation at the jobsite.”
The time between the building and installation of an item is a com-plicated multi-step finishing process. This means doing everything nec-essary to ensure rust-free iron for a very long time.Depending on the project, this includes sandblasting, e-coating, gal-vanizing and a baked-on primer and top coat.
The end result? When the ironworks is in place—in balance andin harmony with the setting—clients are delighted with the customresults, and the artisans at Compass Ironworks take pride in a jobwell done. This precise attention to detail may help explain theecstatic response from the company’s clients: wrought iron mania!
Compass Ironworks is located at 1406 W. Kings Highway, Gap,PA. For more information, to discuss your ideas, or to schedule afree consultation with owner Amos Glick, call 717-442-4544.
Hand crafted wrought iron fromPennsylvania Dutch artisans, can helpproject an elite status unlike any otherbuilding detail. Timeless ClassicWrought Iron designs sets yourhome apart as distinctively upscale.
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get organized
IIt’s the start of a new year, and if one of yourresolutions was to get organized, there’s nobetter time to start than now. Perhaps youhave a kitchen pantry that’s so disorganizedyou don’t even know what food supplies youhave, or you have a linen or clothes closetthat’s such a mess it makes looking for towelsor clothes a hassle. How about a garage that’sso packed you have to keep the car outside?No matter what the case may be, gettingorganized will bring some much deservedpeace and tranquility into your home.
“Being organized is really improving thequality of life,” says James Palombo, owner,Closet Space LLC. “We can all use that.When you have things in order, life becomeseasier—whether it be finding clothes orfinding the right ingredients for cooking.”
CHAOS IN THE CLOSET
If your closet is packed to the brim or somessy that you can’t find what you’re lookingfor, you may be in need of a closet makeover.Most houses were built with a standardbuilder’s closet with just one shelf and onerod, says Fran Murray, owner, UniqueCustom Closets, Inc. It doesn’t provide verymuch storage, making it easy to keep thingsorganized. “But the space in a standard closetcan easily be maximized by doubling thehanging space,” he says. “It doesn’t matterwhat size or shape the closet is. We can makeextra space.”
Many homeowners complain that theirfurniture makes their bedroom look crampedand messy. Bulky dressers take up a lot ofprecious space. By having your closetrestructured, the extra storage space mayallow you to ditch those extra pieces offurniture, says Janet Stevenson, design
it’s a new year:start it right By Lindsey Getz
� This organized pantry from Closet City, LTD,provides so much storage space that it easily hidesclunky pots, pans and baking gadgets.
� This drawing from Closet Space LLC shows how acloset system can truly maximize the space you haveavailable.
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consultant, Closet City, LTD.“One of the most popular trends right now is that homeowners
are building more into the bedroom closet and eliminating theirfurniture,” she explains. “It opens up the space and gives thebedroom more of a retreat feeling.” Stevenson points out that whenyou create a walk-in closet, it can double as a dressing room. “Youmay consider adding an island in the center where you can keepfolded items and lay out your outfit for the next day,” she says. “Andconsider including a little bench where you can sit down and putyour shoes on.”
When it comes to having a closet system installed, customizationis key. “At Closet Space, our units are truly custom to each of ourclient’s needs,” says Palombo. “We are trained cabinetmakers and wedon't have to stick to one type of system. We use whateverconstruction methods that each individual job may require. Ourpremium quality units create a space for every item.”
Getting your closet in order will certainly make your day muchless stressful. "When you're getting ready to leave for the day andeverything is easy to find, it just starts the day off on a much betternote," says Stevenson. "You don’t have to dig through everything andmake a mess or waste extra time."
Closet companies can also get your kitchen pantry in order. Withan organized pantry, you’ll never be desperately searching for itemsagain. “There are a lot of great accessories that can help you organizethe pantry,” says Murray. “There are holders for canned goods thatslide out, wine racks, and different types of baskets for storage. Astandard builder’s pantry is usually just shelving, and it’s hard to seewhat’s in the back. We can do pull-out trays to make everything easyto see.”
CLUTTER IN THE GARAGE
The garage can be one of the messiest areas of the home. It’s often aspace for all of those belongings that don’t have a home, like sportsgear, tools, and lawn and garden equipment. “The garage tends to be
the dumping ground inthe home, and it’s poorlydesigned for that use,”says Steve Flowers, owner,GarageTek® of GreaterPennsylvania, Delaware
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homeowners separate their things into categories,” she explains. “Wealways have a trash pile, and I offer to make the trip to donate anyitems that are suitable to give away. Then once GarageTek creates theclient’s new garage, I go back to get everything put away.” The resultis an organized space where everything is easy to find.
With a neat and tidy garage set up, you’ll want to consider newflooring as well—especially if you’ve transformed your garage into aspace you want to spend more time in. Slide-Lok® garage flooringuses a fast-curing polyaspartic material that can be walked on in justfour hours and driven on within 24 hours, says Dave Giesecke,owner, Slide-Lok of Delaware Valley. “The coating is impact-resistantand four times stronger than epoxy,” he adds. “There are hugeadvantages to not using epoxy. Polyaspartic dries so quickly you canwalk on it in just two hours. Plus, year-round application is possible,it is not dependent on certain temperatures.”
Slide-Lok flooring doesn’t support bacterial growth, so it’s safe for thekids to be playing on, adds Giesecke. And having it installed outside isnot a problem; it’s UV-resistant and won’t fade.
Getting organized will not only make life easier, but will decreaseyour stress level. There’s nothing like coming home to a neat andtidy environment. “Being able to walk into the room and just feelinglike you can breathe again makes it worth the effort,” notes Tevis,who has helped many clients get their homes back in order. “Onceit’s done, people really appreciate the change. They can have guestsover without embarrassment. I like to help give people that organizedfeeling of true relief.”
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and Maryland. “People have a lot of stuff, and since manyhomeowners are refinishing their basements and not using them forstorage, much of that stuff ends up in the garage.”
Getting your garage in order can maximize the space, allowing itto be truly multipurpose. “It’s crucial to get everything off the floorand onto the walls in cabinets or on shelving,” says Flowers. “Thenyou’ll be able to park your car in there, with plenty of space. We’vehad customers who have so many belongings that even with a three-car garage, they couldn’t fit the car in.”
Kim Tevis, professional organizer and owner, Time To GetOrganized, helps GarageTek clients get their belongings in order. “Igo to the client’s house before GarageTek comes out and I help
An organized garage is definitely worthy of a brand new floor, such as thisfloor from Slide-Lok.
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Closet City, LTDMontgomeryville215-855-4400
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Closet Space LLCBroomall
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Garage America866-500-2182
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GarageTek of Greater PA, DE & MD
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www.garagetek.com
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TThe term, cocooning, coined in the 1990s by trend forecaster FaithPopcorn, takes individuals out of society and into the home. “Theharassments of daily life…have driven people to cocooning,”suggests journalist George Will.
Mark Glidden, partner in audio-video installation firm Stone-Glidden credits the trend for an upsurge in home theater sales.“People aren’t traveling as much and are remodeling more,” he says.“High-end recreational spaces, such as theaters, make being athome fun. There are so many exciting new products that I see thisyear as being good for our industry.”
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)member lists VUDU™ among these high tech gadgets. With a fastInternet connection and a VUDU Box, more than 10,000 movies
home theaters: no ticket necessary
Media Rooms Inc. designed and built this art deco-themed home theater. Columns, proscenium, millwork, acoustical panels, sconces and draperies wereconstructed in its in-house custom cabinet shop. Installation included high-definition video and audio systems. All components are concealed in a closetfeaturing an acoustically treated door.
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A Titusville, NJ, home theater installation exemplifies Osborne Builders’ingenuity.
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know what to expectCreating home theater space requires advance
planning and a bit of homework. Rick Osborne,
owner, Osborne Builders, offers suggestions.
• Home theaters mandate specialists. Don’t hire a
jack of all trades.
• Many codes are involved. Go to your township
office and get a remodeling packet. Don’t feed
the information to prospective contractors.
Instead ask a few questions to determine
knowledge and experience with these codes.
• Get references and check them.
• See past work in photographs or on websites.
• Ask building inspectors if they are familiar with
potential contractors’ work. They are not allowed
to recommend, but can advise you if they know
particular companies.
• Ensure that fireproofing will be properly installed.
Home theaters require fire-stopping procedures
involving barriers along perimeters between
framing of new walls to rafters.
• Be sure that soundproofing is true to its name.
For example, drywall should be 5/8 inches think,
not ½ inch, and insulation used must be specially
designed for muffling. Doors should be solid core.
• Choose carpets, sconces, lighting, seating and
media components in advance to allow the
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• Be aware that life may be disrupted for up to
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are available on demand for viewing or purchasing. “It’s reallyslick,” says Glidden. “We watch science and travel programs, aswell as movies with a message, in a theater environment. Anotherneat product is AppleTV, which is similar to VUDU, but lessexpensive with fewer choices. Xbox®360, Playstation®3 and Wii™
are games that kids and adults can play. Madden Football and Indy500 let viewers get in on the action and control what happens. Therealism is exhilarating,” concludes Glidden.
BRING ON THE GLITZ
Mike Dudzinski, CEO, Audio Café, recently installed many ofthese products, including VUDU, in a Skillman, NJ, home. Hiscompany’s goal is to design entertainment centers that transcendthe best commercial cinemas. With this 800-square-foot theater, hedid just that.
“Two-level seating for eight chairs faces a 92-inch state-of-the-art screen,” says Dudzinski. “DP Inc. (Digital Projection Inc.)provides the finest digital projection, and high-end 1080p gives thebest signal for Blue Ray. There are seven speakers and twosubwoofers. The ceiling resembles a galaxy of fiber optic lights. Arolling equipment rack goes into a closet to store technology forthe whole house. Kaleidoscape, which is the premier softwaremanager, stores and sorts up to 300 DVDs that can be playedanywhere, not just in the theater. The family also has Crestron®,which enables control of theater lighting from step lights to wallwashes. The main lights, for example, can be dimmed orextinguished with a single touch. Crestron also allows anyone tocommunicate with technology throughout the home,” Dudzinskisummarizes.
Glidden and Wes Carver, owner and president, Wes CarverElectrical Contracting, Inc., worked with Gemmi Construction,Inc., on a NARI local and regional award-winning home theater.Carver replaced existing recessed lights that caused a distractingglare on the new plasma TV. He used smaller orbs with a specialreflector trim that eliminated the problem and made lightsdisappear into the ceiling. In addition, accent lights in built-inshelves and above artwork joined task spots in the bar for an
overall relaxed ambiance.“There is more demand for nicer lighting products in theaters,”
Carver says. “The most important aspects are to blend illuminationinto the space and to eliminate glare on viewing screens. We alsohide light sources behind molding or blackout trim.”
DIRECT THE SHOW
Media Rooms Inc., another NARI member, won a nationalContractor of the Year (CotY) Award last year, a first for the
Wes Carver Electrical Contracting, Inc., worked with Stone-Glidden andGemmi Construction, Inc., on this NARI award-winning theater.
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DelChester chapter. Rob Dzedzy, president and owner, defines hisfirm as a full-service design, construction and installationorganization specializing in electronic systems and complementaryinteriors.
Media Rooms Inc. also received a national Electronic Lifestyleaward from Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association(CEDIA), an organization that trains and supports companies inthe electronics design industry. The honor for Best TechnicalDesign Large Home Theater was the only one in Pennsylvania orDelaware to go to a custom integration company.
Media Rooms has been in business for 25 years and is one of the
Stone-Glidden orchestrated art, unique design and electronic gadgetry in thishome theater.
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when designing home theaters. “You can dress up columns witharches around the screen and add automatically retractingcurtains,” he points out. “Lighted arches between bumpouts areparticularly attractive. Budget, of course, dictates, so people shouldapproach their theater with realistic numbers.”
John Cardarelli, manager, Rock Dreams Electronics, laughs whenconsidering the drastic changes in the industry since his firstinstallations. “We’ve been in business for 28 years and startedputting in home theaters four years after opening. They wereusually just two speakers and a stereo receiver that played throughthe TV in the family room. Now, there are five to seven speakers,subwoofers and all kinds of gadgetry that can be controlled withone remote.”
“We welcome the new year with optimism,” adds Cardarelli.“Next month, all networks will be digital and everyone wants newflat screen TV sets to enhance viewing. In 2008, we installed about50 home theaters. We anticipate a much higher number this year.”
If a home theater is on your 2009 wish list, shop wisely forcontractors, components and appointments. A good source forresearch is CEDIA. In addition, look for information in reputablemagazines, like HOUSE & HOME. Raise the curtain on yourcocoon. Drama awaits.
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resourcesAudio Café
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CEDIACustom Electronic Design &
Installation Association 800-669-5329www.cedia.org
Gemmi Construction, Inc.Doylestown, PA215-340-4600
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Media Rooms Inc.West Chester, PA610-719-8500
www.mediaroomsinc.com
NARI Bucks-MontDoylestown, PA215-340-0279
www.bucksmontnari.org
NARI Central Jersey Clinton, NJ
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NARI DelChesterMedia, PA
610-363-8001www.delchesternari.org
Osborne BuildersDoylestown, PA215-766-3006
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PodwirePiscataway, NJ732-947-5540
www.podwire.com
Real Life DesignsHamilton, NJ
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CotY award projecttotally transformed
TThomas and Megan Steckbeck’s two-story Colonial in New Hopehad all the modern amenities, but lacked sufficient space for thefamily. The Steckbecks yearned to enhance the size and look oftheir home while maintaining its existing charm and warmth.
After building a detached three-car garage on the property, theSteckbecks decided to transform their existing 1970s attachedtwo-car garage footprint into an additional living room. “Sincethe original house was built in 1840, we needed to blend in thenew addition to be consistent with the original architecture,” saysMegan.
The Steckbecks selected Stoneybrook Builders, Inc., for theproject after interviewing several builders in the area because theyunderstood the homeowners’ concerns regarding the newaddition.
Ultimately, the project consisted of a new family room, a newfireplace and chimney within the family room, laundry room toreplace the basement laundry facility, an additional bedroom onthe second floor to accommodate overnight guests or an au pairand a second staircase leading from the new family room to thebedroom addition. Stoneybrook Builders also built a wraparoundporch and enlarged a second-floor bathroom.
“Our goal on this project was to put the right team together tobe able to handle all of the quality details that were needed to
a new additionis everything these homeowners envisioned
By Beth PulitiPhotography by Rob Hall Photography
Stoneybrook Builders, Inc., built the wraparound porch on a slab. The roof ofthe porch is supported by 6-inch by 6-inch cedar posts.
The homeowners hired Stoneybrook Builders, Inc., and worked closely with anarchitect to design a functional space that provides a seamless supplement totheir current structure.
The new family room space is large and open with painted pine beadboard onthe walls.
Stoneybrook Builders, Inc., also built an additionalbedroom on the second floor that couldaccommodate overnight guests or an au pair.
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complete such a project,” says Bill Jacot, president, StoneybrookBuilders. “The homeowners had such a great vision for theproject.”
Just eight months later, the Steckbeck’s vision became a realitywhen Stoneybrook Builders completed the home’s elaboratetransformation.
The hard work paid off for Stoneybrook Builders. Thecompany received a 2008 Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awardfor Additions over $250,000 from the Bucks-Mont Chapter ofthe National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) inthe Specialty category.
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The homeowners worked closely with an architect to design afunctional space that provided a seamless supplement to theircurrent structure.
“To keep the space light and simple and still retain the feel of amodern country home, Tom and I worked with a local architectto ensure that we maintained the historical details, such as wideplank floors, grooved board ceilings, a walk-in stone fireplace anda customized pie staircase,” says Megan.
As a result, the new family room addition is large and openwith painted pine beadboard on the walls and a natural stoneoversized wood-burning fireplace with casement windows oneither side. The custom baseboard trim has routered edges andthe cedar casings and sills are custom to complement those withinthe existing home.
The flooring in the family room, as well as the newlyconstructed second-floor bedroom, is a 5 1/4-inch walnut stainedtongue and groove oak plank. A new set of stairs was constructedof solid pine and stained to match the floor, which furtherenhanced the natural charm and beauty of the rooms, says Jacot.
“It was a challenge getting the existing structure back toplumb, level and square. Due to the timeline of when the existingstructure was built, some settling had occurred,” adds Jacot.
During the redesign, Stoneybrook Builders encounteredanother barrier: the electrical panel was located in the garage.“When the roof was taken off, special consideration was taken toprevent any weather-related setbacks,” Jacot says. We paid specialattention to tarp off the structure each day until we had a roof on
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VISION OF SUCCESS
Jacot says his favoriteparts of the project “wereall of the details the
homeowner had chosen, such as the Marvin true divided lightwindows, board and batten cedar siding and the wraparoundporch with the metal standing seam roof, the exposed tongue andgroove beadboard framing on the underside of the porch and thelarge stone fireplace on the interior with the exposed beamceiling.”
“We couldn’t be happier with the new space,” says Megan.“Everyone at Stoneybrook Builders was a pleasure to work withfrom the beginning of the project to the end. It’s very commonfor people to stop at our home while driving by and ask usquestions about our home. We have received great feedback onthe details of the construction. It is everything we envisioned it
The homeowners chose Stoneybrook Builders, Inc., to enhance the size andlook of their home by transforming a two-car garage into additional livingspace.
Stoneybrook Builders,Inc., transformed thisgarage into a newaddition that enmeshedwith the design of theexisting structure.
The new chimney built byStoneybrook Builders, Inc., isbrick and matches theexisting brick chimney on theopposite end of the house.
it.” The second floor bathroom that connects the new bedroom to
the second floor hall was enlarged and remodeled as well. Thehomeowners chose a textured white marble floor and wall tile. Adark cherry stained custom vanity with black soapstone tops andstainless undermount sinks completes the timeless look. “Plasterwithin the existing bathroom was removed to expose a stone wall.The wall was repointed and greatly added to the Old Worldcharm,” Jacot points out.
The project also called for a new laundry room which requirednecessary plumbing and radiant heat beneath the tile floor. Anadditional HVAC system was installed that serviced the additionon a separately zoned system.
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Outside of the house, Stoneybrook Builders built a wraparoundporch on a slab. Because underground septic and electrical lineswere present, much of the footings around the three sides of theaddition were dug by hand.
The porch’s roof is supported by 6-inch by 6-inch cedar posts.All main porch beams are wrapped in cedar with decorativeradius ends to mimic the existing structure and all exterior trim iscomposed of cedar.
“All wraparound roof rafters were planed on one side to createan old style rafter look with a square edge,” says Jacot. Tongueand groove beadboard was installed before the roof sheathing tocreate an exposed beadboard ceiling beneath the porch overhang.
A new brick chimney that matches the existing brick chimneyon the opposite end of the house now adorns the roof. The boardand batten cedar siding was stained a soft sunlit yellow to matchthe existing siding. The green wood shutters with wrought ironhardware match the shutters and hardware on the existing home.“The gutters are copper and will develop a beautiful patina overtime,” notes Jacot.
The homeownerschose a texturedwhite marble floorand wall tile.StoneybrookBuilders, Inc., alsoinstalled a darkcherry stainedcustom vanity andstainlessundermount sinks.
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would be.”Jacot attributes the success in part to the Steckbecks’ vision and
their ability to communicate their vision to Stoneybrook Builders.“As a result, all of the details that they had desired and envisionedwere evident in the final project,” he says.
Stoneybrook Builders, Inc., P.O. Box 747, Doylestown, can bereached at [email protected] or 215-766-3500. Visitwww.stoneybrookbuilders.com for more information. StoneybrookBuilders, Inc. is a member of the Bucks-Mont NARIwww.bucksmontnari.org) and The Rotary and LeTip of Doylestown.
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Certainly, this creates an immediate impact. When choosing yourcolor you must also consider the rooms around it. A bold colorproduces the effect of a beautiful frame to the spaces you see throughthe openings to other rooms. Be sure to pick up a color thatcoordinates with key furnishings or colors you have painted in othervisible areas.
Keeping colors and wall decorations similar but changing theflooring is a good way of linking one room to the next, while at thesame time, emphasizing where one room stops and another begins.Hard floors, usually wood or stone, are ideal in entry areas, as theywithstand a lot of wear and tear, whereas carpet may be the perfectcontrast to soften adjacent areas. Area rugs add a punch of color andcontrast to the hard surfaces in the entry hall as well.
WHAT TO SHOWCASEIf you are lucky enough to have a large foyer, it can be the ideal placein which to display treasured possessions, whether they are paintings,oriental rugs, fine pieces of furniture or one incredible grand piece,such as a center hall table. In other words, an entry foyer offers theopportunity to create your own private gallery. It is also the idealsetting in which to create pockets of interest and excitement, as wellas a chance to whet the appetite of guests.
One word of caution: it helps enormously if you can resist thetemptation to use the foyer as a dumping ground for various piecesof personal clothing, shoes, keys, mail and so forth. The entry shouldbe a calming, uncluttered space.
TThe entry hall is the anchor of your house, the hub from whicheverything else flows. It provides the first impression of your homeand sets the tone of what is to come.
MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSIONThe most important fact to keep in mind when decorating anentryway is that it is a room in its own right. People may think of itas a through-way to other more important rooms, so they rarelyspend as much time, energy or money on the decoration. The flipside is that because no one spends much time in the entry hall, youcan be a bit more daring with the décor.
Although the entry should be considered as an independent area,doors leading from it give glimpses into other rooms. It is thereforenecessary to think about the views you create in these adjacentrooms. This is particularly true if the doors are often kept open,because you do not want a jarring effect as the eye is led from onespace into another.
A STRONG FOUNDATIONYou may want to use a bolder than usual color for your entryway.
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� This accent chair, placed next to an antiquecredenza, is an example of using seating in the foyer.
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LIGHTING THE WAYGood lighting is also important.It should neither be so brightthat it makes visitors blink aftercoming in from the darkness, norso dim that you cannot see thebeautiful space. It should have awarm and welcoming feel in theevening and a calm atmospherein the daytime.
A good-looking lamp is always nice in a foyer area. If your homeis like most, there is probably a chandelier hanging in this area. Thisimportant source of light should mirror the quality of your homeand help to make a decorating statement worthy of your style. Besure to install it on a dimmer switch, so you can coordinate thechandelier and its levels of brightness.
IMPROVING PROPORTIONSDon’t despair if your foyer is flawed in some way. It may be toosmall, too narrow, too low, or even too dark. It is usually possible tocamouflage imperfections through clever decorating, and sometimesmake features of them. Taking a creative view of your space helpsyou make good on any faults you find.
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window treatments. If a window is too narrow, hang a curtain polethat is much wider than the window and add pole to floor panels towiden the space visually. You can do the same by creating a windowtreatment style that adds height.
An entry that is dark and narrow can be enormously improvedthrough the clever use of lighting and mirrors to expand the space. Along, thin entry hall can be made to look less like a corridor bypainting the sides a lighter color and the end walls in a warmer,stronger color. Hanging a striking picture on one of the end wallsand lighting it dramatically from above will also help.
THE PERFECT CANVASOnce you have achieved the perfect canvas on which to work,introduce a few great furnishings, and by all means includedecorative accessories to finish out your space. These should be itemsthat convey the message you want to send about your home as guestsenter your space.
Although entry areas are primarily rooms in which we spend littletime, they can be enjoyable places to sit. If you have the space,include a small sofa, a bench or accent chair. It adds the soft feel ofupholstery and fabric to your well-decorated entryway.
Got a Question?Jere Bradwell is the senior designer at European Home Collection,located at 5222 York Road, Buckingham. Email design questions [email protected]. Include Design Question in thesubject line. Visit www.europenahomecollection.com, or for a personalconsultation, call 215-794-4443.
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EEven when the temperature drops, you can still turn up the heat onoutdoor entertaining. In this region, late fall, winter and early springare still great times to gather outdoors. The use of outdoor fireplaces,firepits, patio heaters and enclosures take away the chill and extendthe season.
An outdoor fireplace brings the comfort of the indoors outside. Afireplace offers warmth, light, style and ambiance to an outdoorroom. For many of us, a fire sparks memories of childhood campfiresand images of romantic evenings. A beautiful flame is like a piece ofsculpture for the landscape, offering an attractive focal point foroutdoor entertaining.
There are many options to choose when selecting a fireplace. Fuelis the first consideration in design. Wood fires burn with a distinctivecrackle and the smell of smoke, and they also add flavor to grilledfoods. It takes time, however, to start and maintain a wood fire. The
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The natural fieldstone wood-burning fireplace not only warms up this space, itbecomes the focus of this fully-functioning outdoor kitchen. Pennsylvaniabluestone paving adds the right touch to complement the setting.
The freestanding fireplace creates just the right center balance for the custom-cut oversized timbers with arched overhead beams and travertine columns.Jerusalem Stone limestone is used for the paving and accent details on thefireplace and parts of the kitchen.
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smoke and sparks generated by wood may be a nuisance to some.Logs are often free or inexpensive if you have access to downed trees,but labor is required to chop and stack them.
Wood-burning fireplaces also require a functional chimney anddraft system. Several kits on the market simplify the design andmaximize the output of heat; however, the required masonryconstruction often makes a wood-burning fireplace a more expensiveoption.
Gas can be lit with the push of a button and quickly extinguishedwhen the evening is over. Ceramic logs give the flame an authenticappearance. Since there is no smoke, a gas fireplace can be designedwith little or no chimney and less expensive masonry. This allowsgreater flexibility for incorporating a fireplace into an outdoor room,even an existing one. An existing gas line can be used to supply thefuel.
A fireplace can be designed to complement a wide variety ofarchitectural styles and it can be embellished beautifully. It is a strongvisual element, even when not in use. Possible building materialsinclude stone, brick, stucco or tile. Incorporating architecturaldetails, such as an elaborate mantle, shelves or chimney pots, allowsfor personalization of the structure. Many accessories can be builtinto a fireplace; for example, seating walls, wood storage and cookinggear.
An open firepit is another alternative. It is reminiscent of acampfire. The pit is often constructed above the ground in a raisedwall so that it can be comfortably enjoyed by those seated around it.An optional backdrop wall can be used to create the same grandpresence of a fireplace and allows for the addition of otherarchitectural details. Contemporary designs include firebowls and gasunits that appear to burn from rocks or even crushed glass.
Patio heaters offer warmth without the flame. They operate eitherby propane or natural gas and cast up to a 12-foot circle of heat.Most are mobile units, which allow them to be stored when not inuse. Fixed infrared units that can be mounted under the eaves of astructure are another option for heating an outdoor space.
Consider adding a roof or walls to enclose, or partially enclose, anoutdoor room. These can protect it from rain or wind, making thespace practical for multi-season use. Provide enough space for guestsif you plan to host an event outside. An outdoor kitchen can alsooffer additional cooking space for a large holiday dinner or gathering.
For off-season entertaining, don’t forget to consider outdoorlighting. Landscape lighting can be used to illuminate walkways,outdoor kitchens and patios. A well-designed lighting plan willhighlight the beauty of the landscape, including elements with winterinterest, such as unusual stone, grasses and branch structure.
Even during the cooler months, an outdoor room can be used tosurround your home with the warmth of family and friends. Whenyou add a fireplace, firepit, patio heater or enclosure, you will be ableto turn up the heat on your next party!
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Upon searching for these cultivars and other shrub dogwood selec-tions in the trade, gardeners may discover different species names forthe cultivars listed above. There is confusion and controversy over shrubdogwood taxonomy, so these cultivars may be listed under Cornussericea, C. alba, or C. stolonifera. If the species names are different andthe cultivar names are the same, it is the same plant. It simply repre-sents the ongoing debate in the taxonomy world over classification.
Gardeners must also be aware of the pruning involved to maintaincolorful shrub dogwoods. These brilliant stem colors are sustained bystooling the plant. Stooling is cutting back woody plants to a few inchesabove the ground each year. This technique encourages new stemgrowth and dense sucking. These new shoots will have the greatest win-ter color. Cutting back shrub dogwoods is typically done in earlyMarch, but could be done earlier to use the stems in floral displays.
Some cultivars are susceptible to the disease, Botrysphaeria dothidea(or the Botrysphaeria canker). Yellowing or browning of the foliage on ashoot or branch is the first symptom of the canker. At the base of adead shoot or branch, elongated, slightly sunken lesions can usually beseen. The surface may be cracked and darker than the surroundinghealthy bark. Botrysphaeria dothidea survives in the bark and in otherdead tissue on host shrubs and trees. The fungus’ spores are spread bysplashing water onto adjacent healthy tissue. The Arboretum cuts sus-ceptible cultivars like ‘Silver and Gold’ only every three years or onlyremoves 1/3 of the plant each year to reduce stress to the plant. Otherstrong cultivars like ‘Cardinal’ outgrow the cankers and can handleyearly stooling. ‘Winter Flame’ is a good cultivar in resisting the canker.As a gardener, if you begin to observe cankers on your shrub dogwood,reduce the frequency of stooling to allow the plant to compete againstthe disease. You should also cut out diseased wood and clean up thefoliage to reduce spreading.
Despite the irritation of the Botrysphaeria canker, shrub dogwoodsprovide vibrant colors to the winter landscape. The numerous cultivarsof C. alba, C. sanguinea, C. sericea and C. stolonifera provide a tremen-dous selection of showy bark for your frozen garden. Originating inNorth America, Europe, and Asia, there are shrub dogwoods for nativegardeners and non-native gardeners alike. Add a shrub dogwood to yourgarden this spring to chase away the winter blues come the first snow-fall.
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MMany gardeners gaze out their windows during the cold wintermonths at a landscape dominated with shades of brown and touchesof drab green. These landscapes can be ignited with the vibrant reds,yellows, and oranges of the stems of Cornus alba and C. sericea.Using the evergreen shades of Abies nordmanniana, Picea orientalis,or Cryptomeria japonica as a backdrop, gardeners can enjoy brilliantcolor contrasts during months of minimal garden excitement.
The shrub dogwoods may not boost the flashy floral displays oftheir relatives, Cornus florida or C. kousa, but they make up for theirlack of a spring show during the dreary months of winter. Theseshrub dogwoods are multi-stemmed, suckering shrubs with floraldisplays lacking in large showy bracts, but offering bright winterbark. Many authors have described this bright bark as essential fornorthern winter gardens. After having experienced these shrubsyourself in the bleak months of winter, you will surely wholeheart-edly agree.
Many magical winter displays created by shrub dogwoods can beseen at the Scott Arboretum from November to February. Cornussericea ‘Cardinal’ creates a stunning show of electrifying salmonstems along the Biostream during winter snowfalls. Selected by theMinnesota Landscape Arboretum as a superior seedling, ‘Cardinal’ isresistant to leaf spot.
Cornus sanguinea ‘Winter Flame’ greets visitors with a flame ofcolor in the Entrance Garden as they approach the door to the ScottArboretum Offices. The upright stems are dominated by bright redcolors and occasional shades of yellow and orange reminiscent of aflickering flame. This selection from the Netherlands also providesexcellent clear yellow fall color. Cornus alba ‘Argenteo-marginata’ hasmulti-seasonal interest with lovely white margined gray-green leavesduring spring and summer months. ‘Argenteo-marginata’ displaysdark red stems creating a striking statement paired with the redberries of Ilex verticillata ‘Red Sprite’ at the Rose Garden Circle.Originating as a sport on Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ and introducedby Mt. Cuba Center in 1987, C. sericea ‘Silver and Gold’ can be
vibrant garden
colors all winter By Becky Robert
The start of handsome fall color on C. sericea ‘Winter Flame’ in the EntranceGarden. B. Robert, Photographer
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