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TABLE OF CONTENTS / JANUARY 2013
DEPARTMENTS
30 | COVER STORY
6 OVERVIEW
Americans are more confident in the
housing market and economy.
Home values have increased every month
for more than a year.
14 ASSOCIATIONS
NARI Recertification: Each professional certification has its specific target group.
NAHB Remodeler of the Month: William
Courtney, Helitech Waterproofing and
Foundation Repair, Belleville, Ill.
34 KITCHEN/BATH
EDUCATION SERIES
Partnering with kitchen and bath design
firms is a strategic move.
50 HOT SPOT
Peruse highlights from QR's online audience
discussions.
30 MASTER DESIGN SOLUTIONS
COLUMNS
A Wave of the Tropics in Santa Barbara
The Master Design Awards whole-house remodel winner
brings island living ashore.
FEATURES
16 BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
4 EDITORIAL DIRECTOR'S NOTE
8 LANDIS: ON YOUR BUSINESS
10 MARTINSON: CONTRACTOR
22
PERSPECTIVE
Remodelers' Round Table
12 CONTELMO: DESIGN LAB
In a wide-ranging exchange powered by
toolmaker Festool USA, four remodelers
share tips about marketing, promotion
and photography.
PRODUCTS
22 SPECIAL REPORT
35 KITCHEN/BATH SPOTLIGHT:
East Coast Remodelers
Rally in Response to Sandy's
Challenge
KITCHEN APPLIANCES
36 WHAT'S NEW
38 PRODUCT SOLUTIONS:
An outpouring of support from volunteers is aiding in the rebuilding effort.
24 REMODELER SURVEY SERIES
KOHLER CO.
39 TRUCK ACCESSORIES
40 VINYL WINDOWS
2013 Forecast: Looking Good
Ever hopeful, survey participants believe
recovery is on the horizon.
On the Cover: A 1952 ranch bungalow is
transformed into an island retreat boasting
an open floor plan and indoor-outdoor
transitions. Ciro Coelho Photography
41 PROFILES: GREEN CHOICE LIVING, MILLER CUSTOM
EXTERIORS, AND TIMBER HOME IMPROVEMENTS
BONUS
SECTION
46 ASPHALT ROOFING
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