Pringle Homebuilding Group won top honors in the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter 2014 Parade of Homes.

Pringle's Huntly model was named Grand Champion after scoring the most points from judges. The Huntly is "designed for the casual Florida lifestyle," according to the Parade of Homes guidebook. The model at the Lakes of Mount Dora has a base price of $263,000.

Here are other awards:

Realtor awards

North Lake Region winner: "The Diamond" by A&M Homes.

South Lake Region winner: "The Baldwin" by Royal Oak Homes.

Central Lake Region winner: "The Santa Maria" by Medallion Home.

Energy Efficient/Green Award winner: "The Flagler" by Mainsail Solutions.

Price categories

$134,000-$210,000 "The Monica" by Royal Oak Homes, first place; "The Tiffany" by Kevco Builders, second place.

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Southwest Florida (PRWEB) February 28, 2014

Sales at The Concession, an exclusive, gated golf course community located between Sarasota and Manatee Counties, have kicked off quickly this year with 21 homesites under contract to close in the first quarter.

The strong sales pace follows a stellar year in 2013, with 32 lot closings, and the strong demand dictated a price increase on homesites this month. We continue to see increasing evidence of recovery in the luxury custom home real estate market that continues to get stronger, said Mark Bruce, director of sales at The Concession Real Estate Company. The Concessions full scale comeback really began just prior to the end of the first quarter in 2013. We are priced right and are excited to for the future of this community, said Bruce.

Two new models were recently unveiled at The Concession -- the Verona by Lee Wetherington Homes and the Amalfi, by Arthur Rutenberg Homes.

Several additional models will open this year, creating a model row at The Concession featuring other top regional builders including: Neal Signature Homes, Anchor Builders, John Cannon Homes, and Holliday Builders.

Having these leading home building companies all showcasing new models here speaks volumes about the confidence in the marketplace and the comeback of this community, said Mark Bruce.

The Concession is seeing an explosion of new home construction as well, with 15 homes currently underway, and another 10 to start in the next 90 days.

The Concession features the area's top builders and home-sites that present Florida living like no other Southwest Florida community. One-Acre homesites are currently priced from the low $200's with home/lot packages from $899k.

The Concession is a luxury gated community with one-half acre to over one acre single-family estate home sites featuring lake and preserve views, all located within 1,232 acres of pristine old Florida land, covered with centuries old Live Oak trees, towering pines and protected wetlands. A true world-class golf community, The Concession is located adjacent to the Concession Golf Club with a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course co-designed in association with Tony Jacklin, The Concession is a one of its kind community on Floridas Gulf Coast. The Concession is located on the border of Sarasota and Manatee counties, just six miles east of 1-75 at University Parkway and Bourneside Avenue.

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Many Home Show vendors utilize their products in displays showing their creativity. Outdoor living areas, such as this patio, are a strong trend in both new builds and home renovation, says Teresa Groves, executive officer of Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga, which sponsors the Tri-State Home Show. IF YOU GO

What: 48th annual Tri-State Home Show.

When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Feb. 28-March 1; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, March 2.

Where: Chattanooga Convention Center, 1150 Carter St.

Admission: $7 ages 17 and older; $2 senior adult discount on Friday; $1 discount Saturday and Sunday to anyone bringing a canned good for donation to the Chattanooga Area Food Bank.

Website: http://www.hbagc.net.

More than 225 vendors will display the latest in home products and services across 470 booths at the 48th annual Tri-State Home Show, which opens Friday, Feb. 28, in the Chattanooga Convention Center.

"We like to say everything for your house is under one roof," says Teresa Groves, executive officer of the Home Builders Association of Greater Chattanooga, which sponsors the expo. "Homeowners should come visit the Home Show if they are planning to do anything to their homes."

Kristin Randle is counting on the Home Show to get word out about her company, Mission Stone & Tile on East Main Street, which opened in Chattanooga last June.

"We carry a lot of natural stone -- marble, granite and travertine -- as well as a lot of porcelain tile and glass mosaic. We specialize in importing tile and mosaics. A lot of our custom mosaics are made just for us, so we are the only place people can get them. The items we are showing at the Home Show will be some that are unique to our store."

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After the Topeka Home Show began in 1962, its attendance quickly grew, soon attracting thousands of people each year seeking home improvement products and advice.

Now, in its 52nd year, the home show attracts about 10,000 visitors annually.

In the years before big-box stores and showrooms, the home shows popularity grew quickly as larger, more elaborate displays from vendors helped attendees visualize what they could do with their own homes.

The Topeka Capital-Journals archives document the shows evolution since its inception by the Topeka Home Builders Association.

In 1967, according to one record, booths at the show were loaded with literature on electric or gas heating, custom kitchen cabinets, pocket paging systems, vacuum cleaners, ladies wigs, sewing machines and other items. An article described the plethora of wares this way:

For the farmer, a Columbus, Neb., based irrigation equipment company features a field walking sprinkler system which will water a quarter-section.

For the businessman always away from his office, a radio equipment distributor explains a pocket-pager that enables a secretary to call her boss to the phone, no matter where he might be in the city.

Nearly five decades later, those once newfangled pagers have been considered obsolete for years.

In 1974, the home show was held at Forbes Air Force Base, newly decomissioned from military service, according to another article. The show was housed in one of the hangars that formerly sheltered warplanes.

That year, the show featured demonstrations of refrigerators, fireplaces, lighting fixtures, and even a steam carpet cleaner.

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The Hamptons

Bridgehampton, $14.995 million

Photo: Corcoran

Some of the biggest names in the biz went into crafting this looker of a 7,000-square-foot custom Gambrel home, built in 2013 by Breitenbach Builders, with mahogany windows and doors by Michael Reilly and 2.1 acres of lawn and gardens designed by Edmund Hollander. Six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a media room, outdoor fireplace, loggia, tennis court and putting green impress, too and you get access to covered porches from every room. Agent: Susan Breitenbach, The Corcoran Group, 631-875-6000

South Hampton Village, $18.5 million

The home theater alone at this seven-bedroom, 12-plus-bathroom manse can accommodate nine people more than saw The Lone Ranger so, maybe screen something else. The 11,560-square-foot gated estate on Halsey Neck Lane is close to ocean beaches, but you also have 2 acres of park-like property with a heated Gunite pool with spa, a tennis court and putting green to play around on. The home features a woodburning fireplace in the family room, a wood-paneled office, billiards room, a gym and sauna. Agents: Erica Grossman and Michaela Keszler, Douglas Elliman, 631-283-4343 and 631-204-2743

Palm Beach, $19.95 million

Built on the highest point in Palm Beach appropriate, given its on Hi Mount Road this Gottfried-built, six-bedroom, 11-bathroom, palm-porched mansion has views like no other. The gated lakefront estate comes with niceties like high ceilings, a wine cellar, gym, theater, grill room and marble floors wherever you step at 20,000 square feet, thats a lot of steppin. Agent: Pamela Gottfried, Douglas Elliman, 561-371-5700

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Custom home builders in Toronto show you how to properly install a roof. Home renovation tips.

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By Special to the Sentinel Monday, February 24, 2014

Spring is in the airok, maybe not quite, but its definitely on its way!

At the HBA of Northwestern Colorado we have been thinking of the Grand Valleys warm sunshine, fresh air, and those home improvement projects we have been adding to our to-do lists all winter long. Over the past months we have been planning for our 39th Annual Home Improvement & Remodeling Expo. With less than two weeks to go until show date, we want to give you a little sneak peak about what you can expect this year.

We have more than 90 different vendors under one roof ready to showcase their newest products and great services they provide.

You will see the latest in home remodeling, repair, and maintenance products and services, including: energy efficient replacement windows and doors, high-efficiency HVAC products, a variety of flooring options, kitchen and bath products, granite/tile/cultured stone, awnings, home theater systems, roofing, custom decorating, woodworking and painting, window treatments, spas, solar, garage doors, siding, landscaping, decorative concrete, pavers, retaining walls, storage just to name a few!

During this expo, the convention center becomes a one-stop home design shopping center for the weekend.

Here you have contractors in a neutral environment ready to discuss your needs. From the roof to the curb, these vendors have the products you need to complete the projects on your list. If you are a do-it-yourselfer bring along your plans and get expert advice on how to tackle the project. If you decide that maybe its a job best left to the experts, you will be in good hands to find the person for the job.

Not a homeowner? Dont feel left out because we have products and project ideas for you to make your rental feel more like a home.

We also have builders and lenders on site if you are thinking about taking the next step to homeownership. With great interest rates and fantastic products on the market, now is a great time to think about purchasing a home of your own! We also have eight great homes for you to explore on our Custom Home Tour during the expo. These beautiful homes are located throughout the Grand Valley and offer you a chance to see some of the great products shown during the expo.

The official Home Improvement & Remodeling Expo program will be inserted in the March 5 issue of The Daily Sentinel. Check out the article in the Sunday, March 2 issue of Real Estate Weekly for a sneak peak of the custom home tour!

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HBA Expo Update

Kitchen designs will feature the latest in cabinetry, countertops, flooring, appliances and built-ins at the Tri-State Home Show, which opens Friday.

This outdoor living space designed by Grass and More of Dalton, Ga., won Best of Show at the 2013 Tri-State Home Show.

A growing trend in home renovation is "aging in place," the buzzword for safety renovations that allow the aging baby boomer population to remain independent and in their homes longer. This bath design by Independent Lifestyle Solutions allows a homeowner in a wheelchair to roll up to the sink or into the shower, where a built-in bench offers seating while bathing.

Faux treatments make a comeback on cabinets.

"Age in Place:" Renovations that allow senior adults to safely remain in their homes longer.

Stone laid in mosaic patterns.

Outdoor living spaces.

New lighting designs: the Edison bulb and modern industrial.

Sources: Local business owners

Did you break out with a bad case of spring fever after this week's balmy temperatures?

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Waukesha, WI (PRWEB) February 21, 2014

Success has been a word associated with Belman Homes for over 30 years. The new home builder in Milwaukee has certainly started out 2014 with several remarkable achievements, as David Belman has received the Rising Star Award by the Wisconsin Builders Association. This award recognizes an outstanding individual within the WBA membership who has actively worked toward the betterment of the housing industry by exceeding expectations over the last year. The WBA is composed of over 4700 members across the State of Wisconsin including homebuilders, remodelers, developers, and associate companies. David Belman has been a State Director for the Wisconsin Builders Association for four years and also chaired the WBA Conference Committee for two years as well as served on the Finance Committee for the Association.

Belman Homes President, David Belman stated, Volunteering never feels like work when you enjoy what you do and the people whom you work side by side with."

The Milwaukee custom home builder is truly on pace for what could prove to be a record year in homes built and sold. Belman Homes has consistently stood for quality craftsmanship and genuine customer care. David Belman was also awarded an extremely high honor, as he was named Best Young Entrepreneur for North America at the annual Business Excellence Forum. The exclusive two-day event is held in New Orleans to honor the accomplishments, achievements, value and contributions of small businesses and their owners worldwide. This award is given to business owners under 40 years old, who operate in any industry throughout North America. Belman Homes earned this award based on efforts of outstanding public relations work, doubling of sales revenue from the previous year, and several other achievements in measured business categories.

Regarding the achievement of these awards, David Belman said, We have a great team that has taken to our new direction by living and breathing our unique company culture and none of this would be possible without their hard work, passion, and dedication to our vision. We are extremely grateful for all the honors we received as well as our fantastic team of tradesmen and clients who make our jobs so worthwhile. We look forward to continuing our vision of Creating the ultimate building experience one customer at a time.

With the reception of these awards, Belman Homes continues to cement itself as a top builder in the greater Milwaukee area. Those looking to build a new home or in the market for homes for sale in Waukesha, WI are encouraged to contact Belman Homes, 262-544-4648.

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Beaufort, SC (PRWEB) February 20, 2014

Custom Home Builder Beaufort is announcing plans for creating new home and luxury home development locations in the Beaufort, SC, area.

The company has put together a team of experienced consultants that can offer, from their years of experience in the home-building business, key insights and important information a new buyer will want to know. The consultant and buyer sit down, review multiple options around what the buyer is seeking in his or her dream home, and compare those results with what is available within the buyer's budget.

It is important to make sure that all building permits are in place before construction begins. Custom Home Builder Beaufort has developed quite a team of licensed electricians, plumbers, landscapers and interior designers that go right to work once papers are signed to move forward with the project.

The company only works with high-quality individuals, and makes sure the job gets done right. Anyone that is sent out to the building site must have their licenses up to date, therefore guaranteeing the new home will meet today's standards.

Custom Home Builder Beaufort understands that a new home deserves to look really incredible from inside the living room to the backyard. An interior designer can work with the buyer, look at the home design itself and just see what the buyer wants his or her dream home to look like. From carpeting to furniture styles, all of these intricate areas are covered. Then, the landscaper gets down to the nitty gritty of grass, plants, flowers and ways to beautify the outdoor areas.

The home consultant will walk along with the buyer step by step, answering questions and listening to concerns.

For more information on Custom Home Builder Beaufort, visit our website at http://beaufortsc.custom-home-builder.org/ or call (843) 593-9444.

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