The Nail - October, 2012

October 2012 The NAIL 3

The official magazine of Home Builders Association

of Middle Tennessee

PresidentDan Strebel

Vice PresidentJames Franks

Secretary/TreasurerMichael Dillon

Executive Vice PresidentJohn Sheley

Editor and DesignerJim Argo

StaffConnie NicleyPat Newsome

THE NAIL is published monthly by theHome Builders Association of MiddleTennessee, a non-profit trade associationdedicated to promoting the Americandream of homeownership to all residents ofMiddle Tennessee.

SUBMISSIONS: THE NAIL welcomes manuscripts and photos related to theMiddle Tennessee housing industry forpublication. Editor reserves the right to edit due to content and space limitations.

POSTMASTER: Please send addresschanges to: HBAMT, 9007 OverlookBoulevard, Brentwood, TN 37027. Phone: (615) 377-1055.

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CONFERENCE Rooms Available

Need space for an upcoming meeting, seminar or special event?

Call the Home Builders Association andreserve one (or both) of the spacious,first-floor conference areas. Located inthe heart of Brentwood at the HBA’sfirst-class office building, each room

makes an ideal venue for both businessand social engagements alike.

BoardroomMembers - $350*Non-members - $600*

ClassroomMembers - $250*Non-members - $500*

Rooms are reserved on a first-come,first-serve basis. Call (615) 377-1055

for availability and reservation information.

*Each room requires a deposit of $100 (refundable) andhalf the amount of the rental fee due prior to date of

occupancy. Boardroom furniture may not be taken fromthe room or rearranged.

The Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee9007 Overlook Blvd., Brentwood, TN 37027 615/377-1055 Fax: 377-1077

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FEATURES8

High Rollers flock to HBAMTCasino Night

All the association’s high rollers made thescene at the HBAMT’s Second Annual

Casino Night.

10Preview Party kicks off 2012 Parade of Homes

Kings’ Chapel hosted an elegant andfestive Parade of Homes Preview Party that saw the presentation of the coveted

judges’ awards.

122012 Parade Plan Book,

CliffsNotes version An abridged look at the Parade of Homes

Plan Book with excerpts about each house,builder and designer. Visit Kings’ Chapel dur-ing the Parade of Homes for an up close look

at all the award-winning homes.

DEPARTMENTS6

News & Information

18SPIKE Club Report

20October Calendar

20Chapters and Councils

ON THE COVER:The Aspen Construction Parade house, winner of sixawards during the Preview Party including “Best of

Show.” John Zelenak, builder; Kathleen Evers, ASID,designer. For more award winners and Parade of Homes

details see page ten.


NEWS&INFO

Pace of new home sales holdssteady in August

Following a substantial gain in July, thepace of new-home sales held virtuallyunchanged at a seasonally adjusted

annual rate of 373,000 units in August, accord-ing to newly released figures from HUD andthe U.S. Census Bureau.

“New-home sales in August effectivelytied the pace they set in the previous month,when they were the strongest we’ve seen inmore than two years -- so this is really a con-tinuation of the good news we’ve been gettingon the housing front,” said Barry Rutenberg,chairman of the National Association ofHome Builders (NAHB) and a home builderfrom Gainesville, Fla. “Looking at the bigpicture, sales have been trending graduallyupward since the middle of last year as favor-able interest rates and prices have driven moreconsumers to get back in the market for anewly built home.”

“This latest report indicates that new-home

sales continue to run at a steady pace that’s wellahead of what we were seeing this time last year,and at this rate, the third quarter of 2012 isgoing to be well ahead of the second quarter,”noted NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe.“That said, the razor-thin inventory of newhomes for sale is very concerning because itindicates that builders aren’t able to access thecredit they need to build new homes as demandfor them improves.”

Crowe also observed that the share of newhomes sold in the higher price ranges ($400,000and above) rose significantly in August. “Thisreflects the fact that people who are able to buyhomes right now are those in higher-incomeranges who have cash and equity on hand, whilefirst-time buyers are having a tougher time get-ting qualified for a mortgage,” he said.

Regionally, new-home sales gained in allbut one area of the country this August, with theNortheast, Midwest and West posting increasesof 20 percent, 1.8 percent and 0.9 percent,respectively. The South was the only region topost a decline, of 4.9 percent.

Meanwhile, the inventory of new homesfor sale held at an historic low of just 141,000units in August, which is a 4.5-month supply atthe current sales pace.

New-home sales continue torun at a steady pace that’s wellahead of what we were seeingthis time last year.


The NAHB is now accepting applicationsfor the 2012 NAHB/Builders MutualInsurance Company Safety Award For

Excellence (SAFE). The awards program rec-ognizes home builders and contractors whohave developed and implemented high qualityworkplace safety programs, and also honorsgovernment officials and NAHB-affiliatedassociations who work to advance safety in thehome building industry.

“These awards were created to honor thosewho go above and beyond making safety a prior-ity in our industry,” said NAHB Chairman BarryRutenberg. “We are pleased to be able to recog-nize the advances in jobsite safety programs, andthose industry professionals who have takenstrides to improve safety in the industry.”

NAHB member companies in good standingthat build residential homes or town homes usinglight construction methods are eligible to apply.Specialty trade contractors, remodelers and light

commercial and multifamily builders, as well asNAHB-affiliated associations and federal or stateoccupational safety and health officials who havebeen nominated by an NAHB member or associ-ation, are also welcome to participate.

Award categories include Safety Program of theYear for single-family builders, remodelers, special-ty trade contractors, multifamily builders and more.

For a detailed list of categories, require-ments and an online nomination form, visitwww.nahb.org/SAFE. Applications are dueby Nov. 2, 2012.

Award winners will be recognized at a cere-mony during the 2013 NAHB InternationalBuilders’ Show in Las Vegas on Jan. 21, 2013.

For more information on theNAHB/Builders Mutual Insurance CompanySAFE Awards program, or to apply, visitwww.nahb.org/SAFE. For any additional ques-tions, please contact Dylan Hardison at [email protected] or 800-368-5242 x8590.

NAHB/Builders Mutual InsuranceSAFE Awards accepting entries

Mayor Karl Dean atChapter meetingNashville Mayor Karl Dean was the special guest atthe Metro/Nashville Chapter’s September meeting.Dean spoke to the large crowd about Nashville’sfuture and how it will affect the home buildingindustry. Piedmont Natural Gas hosted the meet-ing. Special thanks to all our sponsors; HermitageLighting Gallery, Kirkland Floor to Ceiling, RegionsMortgage and Piedmont Natural Gas.

www.hbamt.org

Chapter President John WWhitaker welcomesMayor KKarl DDean to his September meeting.

Mayor DDean addresses thelarge crowd at the PiedmontNatural Gas meeting facility.


Second annual Casino Nightdraws all the association’shigh rollers to the HBAMTfor a fun night at the tables.

For the second year in a row the opportu-nity to sit across the table from fellowHBAMT members for exciting, highstakes games of blackjack, poker and

craps helped make the James Hardie BuildingProducts Casino Night a thrilling success.

Special thanks to all the members who donat-ed the fantastic prizes for all the big winners,including Hermitage Lighting Gallery, KirklandFloor to Ceiling, Regions Mortgage and THDA.

And of course a big speacial thanks to eventsponsors, James Hardie Building Products, andour open bar sponsors, Builders First Source.


High stakes and intense action duringCasino Night at the HBAMT. Left: Keith RRoberson and Matt DDrydenstare down the Blackjack dealer.Below: Jim FFord, Zoraida FFord andBrandon WWise up the ante during ahighly competitive round.


THE 2012 PREVIEW PARTYJUDGES’ AWARDS

Best Front Elevation:Tradition HomesBest Landscaping:Tradition Homes

Best Foyer:Aspen Construction

Best Kitchen:Woodridge HomesBest Master Suite:

Aspen ConstructionBest Floor Plan:

Aspen ConstructionBest Child’s Room:Tradition Homes

Best Outdoor Living Area:Norfolk Homes

Best Home Mural:Southern Heritage Company

Best Interior Decorating:Woodridge Homes

Most Livable:Aspen ConstructionBest Home Theater:Woodridge Homes

Best Draperies:Tradition Homes

Craftsmanship:Aspen ConstructionBest Faux Finishing:

Southern Heritage CompanyBEST of SHOW

Aspen Construction

The 2012 Parade of Homes™ was heldThursday, October 4 at the Kings’Chapel Club House. Hosted by Kings’Chapel and Kings’ Chapel Realty, the

party provided a sneak peek inside five of theamazing homes while lending an elegant backdropfor the presentation of the Judges’Awards.

Aspen Construction was the big winner ofthe evening taking home six of the sixteenawards including “Best of Show” honors. BuilderJohn Zelenak and designer Kathleen Evers withK Evers Interiors were on hand to accept the win-

ning teams’ awards that also included “BestFoyer,” “Best Master Suite,” “Best Floor Plan,”“Most Livable” and “Craftsmanship.”

All of the five Parade homes that werejudged were presented awards during the evening.

Tradition Homes took home awards for“Best Front Elevation,” “Best Landscaping,”“Best Child's Room” and “Best Draperies.”Builder Daniel Green and designer Marie-JoeBouffard from Just Faux You accepted the awards.

Woodridge Homes’ Ted and Amber Prattand designer Dana Dashiell with Dana Dashiell

Interiors accepted awards for “Best Kitchen,”“Best Interior Decorating” and “Best HomeTheater.”

Southern Heritage Company’s KevinAtwood and designer Lee Shacklock with LeeShacklock Interior Design accepted awards for“Best Home Mural” and “Best Faux Finishing.”

And Norfolk Homes was presented “BestOutdoor Living Area,” accepted by builderKevin Dattilo and designer Linda Totok.

Look for the presentation of the “People’sChoice Awards” in next month’s The Nail.

Awards kick-off ParadeParade teams recognized during Preview Party presentation of the Judges’ Awards.

Patrick CCrawford, Kathleen EEvers andJohn ZZelenak accept one of AspenConstruction’s six awards at the Paradeof Homes Preview Party.

Aspen Construction’s Parade house.


Tradition HHomes’ BBrian LLayton ((left) and Daniel GGreen (right) accept one of their four awardswith designer Marie-JJoe BBouffard during the Preview Party.

PARADE OF HOMES - AWARD WINNERS

From left to right, deisgner Dana DDashiell and builders Amber and Ted PPratt at theWoodridge Homes Parade house that took home three awards during the Preview Party.

From left to right, faux artist William BBell, designer Lee SShacklock and builder Kevin AAtwoodaccept an award for Southern Heritage Company during the presentation ceremony.

Deisgner Linda Totok and builder Kevin DDattilo accept Norfolk Home’s award for “BestOutdoor Living Area at the Kings’ Chapel Club House.

The Parade of Homes is opennow through Oct 21 at Kings'

Chapel in Arrington (see directions in the next column).

Go to www.theparadeofhomes.orgfor Parade details and a sneak

peek at all the homes.

For more details contact theHBAMT at (615) 377-1055

during regular business hours or via email: [email protected].

When:Oct 6-21, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily

*Last ticket sells at 7:00 p.m.

Where:Kings' Chapel, Arrington, Tenn

From Nashville: 1-65 South to Hwy 96 East;travel seven miles to Kings' Chapel on left

How:$12 per person

Children 12 and under freeTickets available at the gate

Tuesdays are REALTOR® Dayat the Parade; Realtors admitted

free with business card.

Parade of Homes sponsors:Franklin Synergy BankLP Building Products

PARADE FAQS

4,034 square feet

ASPEN CONSTRUCTION

ENCHANTING OLD WORLD HOME BEAUTIFULLY BLENDS EUROPEAN STYLE WITH SOUTHERN CHARM. HANDSOME DRY-stacked stone works perfectly with dark, red-toned brick and an ivory mortar in yellow sand that recalls the lime mortar used in Victorian antebellum stylehomes of the 19th century. Arched-topped windows complement a striking roofline capped with a copper finial. A custom metal roof adorns a large bay win-dow and true shutters crafted from 3-dimensional wood add considerable charm to the facade. A transom with arch sits atop rich mahogany doors that openinto a spacious Foyer with two-story, vaulted-trey ceiling and iron lantern. Beautiful 4" hardwood flooring extends into a Study featuring custom raised panelwalls and glazed, custom-layered paint on the trim. The vaulted ceiling has a distinctive octagonal design with lines that draw the eye to the iron chandelierhanging from its center. Dining Room features a coffered ceiling and 2-piece drop-down crown molding. Walls graced with a custom lacquered paint finishand handsomely detailed wainscoting. Butler’s Pantry includes built-in cabinetry, custom seed glass doors and a wine rack with stem-glass holders. Into theGreat Room where handsomely detailed built-in cabinetry frame a beautiful custom made fireplace with limestone and stacked stone. Pine beams extendacross the ceiling from the Great Room to the Covered Porch where true tongue-and-groove beadboard grace the ceiling. Eye-catching dry-stacked stonefireplace rises majestically until it meets the vaulted ceiling. Spectacular Kitchen is a stunning mix of style and practicality. Well-positioned island is customfinished with a dark Moroccan glaze and boasts exotic polished granite countertops (“Carnival”). Copper-hammered farm sink features Delta Victorian fix-tures with Venetian bronze faucets. Backsplash features brilliant hand-painted terra cotta Tabarka tile from Arizona. Custom cream "maple truffled" coloredcabinets perfectly offset the antique brown of the granite tops. French doors adorn the refrigerator and a hidden pantry provides loads of extra space.

John Zelenak, president and CEO of AspenConstruction has been building homes for 15 yearsin Middle Tennessee. Eight years ago John brokeaway from larger home builders to focus on qualitycustom homes and started his company, AspenConstruction. John first created his niche withhigh-end builds in Brentwood. Currently, AspenConstruction has a pipeline of building sites readyto go in 12 South, Sylvan Park, Belmont/Hillsboro,Brentwood, Franklin, Arrington and Thompson’sStation. Contact Aspen Construction at615.715.1782 or [email protected]. Visitthem online at www.aspen-construction.net..

“Uniquely classic interiors to reflect your taste” isKathleen Evers’ motto for the excellent work she doesfor her clients. She is a professional member of ASIDand an NCIDQ registered interior designer. AVanderbilt and O’More College of Design graduate,with degrees in Fine Arts and Interior Design,Kathleen began her career 29 years ago at EarlSwensson Associates. Before opening her own designfirm in 2008, Kathleen gained more residential experi-ence through her work at Davishire Interiors andSouthern Land Company. Kathleen is adept in workingwithin any budget and style. Contact her at K EversInteriors for further information, (615) 973-3899.John Zelenak Kathleen Evers

4,426 square feet

WOODRIDGE HOMES

STRIKING ROOF LINES AND PICTURESQUE ARCHITECTURAL FLOURISHES DISTINGUISH THIS OLD WORLD STYLE HOME.Arch-topped dormer windows and bronze, six-inch gutters with collection boxes frame the handsome black walnut shingles that grace the roof. An eye-catching Porte Cochere sits at a 45 degree angle to the front entry and features an arched pull-through drive and a one-car garage with access to a second-level “Man Cave.” Oil-rubbed lanterns adorn the two wing walls that extend from each side of the facade and the front porch. Rich mahogany doors openinto the foyer where the cove trey ceiling features a brilliant faux-paint technique with metallic copper accents. Five-inch quarter-sawn white oak flooringextends through a welcoming vestibule and into the spacious Great Room. Great Room features a deep vaulted ceiling with four sections of custom fin-ished cedar beams whose dark rustic tones and barnwood hues create a sense of distinction and timelessness to the rooms considerable charms. Majesticfireplace features brick reclaimed from the original Kings’ Chapel and a custom wood mantle. Dramatic built-in hood provides a natural canopy that disap-pears into the wall as it ascends toward the ceiling. Three sets of French doors, each with dormers, provide a wealth of natural light and open to theOutdoor Living Area features both a covered and uncovered patio. Covered patio features a linear gas fireplace with television, ceiling fan and porchswing. Uncovered patio includes outdoor kitchen refrigerator, gas grill and fire pit. Kitchen features custom cabinetry and poured concrete countertops.The oversized island is constructed of stained, knotty alder wood. Stained-glass backsplash extends behind the range to the ceiling, perfectly complement-ed by the concrete hood overhead. The coffered ceiling beautifully complements a built-in banquette, each featuring a white wash finish and “peckycypress wood.” Laundry Room and Mud Room feature brick pavers reclaimed from Kings’ Chapel and custom cabinetry in an antique-finished turqouise..

Ted and Amber Pratt are principles of WoodridgeHomes building some of Nashville’s most uniqueand inspiring homes. Their main focus is on deliv-ering new homes with the highest quality and mostinnovative design at the very best value available.Woodridge is always seeking ways to find theircustomers cost savings and maximum efficiencythrough construction resulting in added value,lower utilities and more satisfied clients.Woodridge specializes in building homes of inspir-ing designs and innovative construction. ContactTed Pratt at 974-5100 or visit their website atwww.mywoodridgehome.com.

Dana Dashiell is living out her childhood dream indecorating and creating warm livable spaces. Danaearned her B.S. degree in Interior Design at MurrayState University in 1985. She worked as an InteriorDesigner for Castner Knott and in 2000 became apartner with the Interior Design Group ofKatherine Broadwater and Donna Morgan beforeopening her own business. Dana Dashiell Interiorsoffers a wide array of design services; creatingcolor palettes, furniture and fabric selections, cus-tom window treatments, and the all importantaccessorizing. Let Dana help you dream, designand inspire. Contact her at (615) 351-8852.Ted & Amber Pratt Dana Dashiell

3,760 square feet; 1503 square foot basement, optional 664 square foot basement

SOUTHERN HERITAGE COMPANY

MAJESTIC TRADITIONAL HOME BLENDS MODERN AND OLD WORLD STYLES WITH A MIX OF MATERIALS AND COLORS THATare inviting to the eye. Four columns and warm French doors greet visitors to the covered front porch with hand-scraped hardwood flooring. A vaultedceiling rests above the dramatic two-story Foyer whose custom wrought iron fixtures and hardwood flooring are illuminated by a gorgeous chandelier.Family Room includes a tray ceiling with brilliant custom faux wallpaper and a triple window with true-cut glass that work together to provide the roomwith florid colors, natural light and attractive lines. Kitchen features 100% Bosch appliances and a convenient over-sized island with seating for three andrich, dark paint. Kohler sink with apron front includes porcelain basin. Cabinets are painted a beautiful vanilla with chocolate glaze and feature Exodusgranite countertops. Exquisite Antik Onyx backsplash is not to be missed. Recessed and undercounter lighting perfectly complements hues and texturesthroughout the room. The hub of first floor activity includes Laundry Room, Mud Room, Pantry and Keeping Room. Laundry Room boasts “mom'soffice” with custom built-in cabinetry with clothes chute from second floor, and an abundance of storage space. Mud Room with foot lockers and a spa-cious Pantry with terrific details and custom built-in cabinets and shelves. Keeping Room doubles as extra space for “family overflow” and is perfect forentertaining. Area is easily accessible from the Dining Room with vaulted ceilings and beams. Breakfast Nook features loads of natural light, a handsomewrought iron chandelier and a wet- bar staged perfectly between the kitchen. Grand Room with coffered ceiling, custom bookcases and an abundance ofnatural light through large windows and door that opens ot a scenic deck. Antik Onyx tiled fireplace with custom mantle featuring distinctive paint treat-ment. Enter the Master Suite with elegant queen sleigh bed, tray ceiling, wrought iron chandelier, and a seating area nestled in the picturesque bay window.

Southern Heritage Company, LLC is a customhome building business specializing in high quali-ty craftsmanship. Kevin Atwood, Owner/President,is a native Williamson County resident with over20 years of construction related experience. Thefocus at Southern Heritage Company is to buildthe best quality homes and conduct business withthe highest integrity. Kevin is personally involvedwith the daily oversight of each home and buildsevery home with the same care as if he and hisfamily were going to live in it themselves. ContactKevin and Southern Heritage Company at (615)566-5871 or [email protected].

The Winning Design offers in-home residential dec-orating consultations to help with color selections,room layouts, custom window treatments, and deco-rative art. Jennifer Parker, owner of The WinningDesign, will work with you on new constructions,as well as existing homes in Murfreesboro,Brentwood, Hendersonville, Franklin, Nashville,and all points in between. The Winning Designoffers a comprehensive line of interior design serv-ices ranging from remodel and interior redesign tocustom window treatments, furniture, and decora-tive accents. Contact Jennifer Parker at (615) 533-0600 or [email protected] Atwood Jennifer Parker

4,654 square feet

TRADITION HOMES

FRENCH COTTAGE STYLE HOME OFFERS MODERN FUNCTIONALITY WITH A VINTAGE FLAIR. FAUX OXYDIZED COPPERshutters adorn exterior windows topped with lintels crafted from reclaimed barnwood. The Front Outdoor Living Area, covered and bricked to the right ofthe entry, immediately conveys the distinctive style and welcoming tone infused throughout the home. Through the handsome knotty pine front door andonto the blended widths of hand distressed finished oak hardwood flooring of the spacious Foyer. Throughout the home you’ll find custom art createdespecially for the look and feel of each room. Family Room features oversized fireplace with hand crafted tile and a television concealed by custom fin-ished doors that slide atop an exposed track. A one-of-a-kind light fixture crafted from reclaimed metal hangs from the ceiling. Panoramic doors disappearas they fold open to expose the Screened Porch, letting the outdoors in and creating an inviting space for entertaining. A sitting area includes a hangingbench, an eating area and pass-through window to the Kitchen. It’s hard to decide which one is the star of the stunning kitchen: the 48” French Blue rangeby Bertazzoni, the custom hood featuring a faux aged metal finish, the leathered Via Lacta granite or the custom cabinetry in a warm grey-taupe. From theBreakfast Nook and through the Dutch doors to the friend’s entrance with its custom cubbies for easy storage and an oversized utility room. The LaundryRoom features brick paver flooring, a farmhouse sink and a custom desk that all contribute to the perfect “old-meets new” function and character. DiningRoom includes a stylish Butler’s Pantry you’re sure to remember with its wooden tile backsplash and floating glass shelves. French doors provide an abun-dance of natural light and open to the Front Outdoor Living Area. Effortlessly comfortable area features a custom iron railing at its front, a custom woodengate providing access from the front porch, and ceiling crafted from reclaimed barnwood.

“Your home is likely to be one of, if not the largestinvestment you make,” says Tradition HomesOwner/President Daniel Green. “Our team willguide you through this process from beginning toend and help to ensure that your resources are usedwisely and ultimately, that your goals are achieved.”Tradition Homes is currently building exceptionalhomes in the following neighborhoods and communities: Westhaven, Windstone, The Grove,Kings' Chapel, Green Hills, Belmont/Hillsboro,12South, Richland/West End & Tyne Meade. Formore information, call 615.891.7139 or visitwww.buildtraditions.com.

Born in Old Quebec City, Marie-Joe Bouffard wasraised amid a European aesthetic that includedantiques, art and a patina of elegance. Fast forwardtwenty years: a move to America helped her developa love for the family-centric philosophy and strongsense of Southern community that she now loves andlives in. “My heart will always love combining ele-gance with livability,” Bouffard says with an easyFrench infused accent. Her golden rule for everyhome: “I don’t believe there are any rules to designexcept one -- your home should reflect your personal-ity. It is your home, not mine.” Contact Marie-JoeBouffard at (615) 500-9774 or [email protected] Green Marie Joe-Bouffard

4,368 square feet

SOUTHERN HERITAGE COMPANY

CHARMING FRENCH COUNTRY COTTAGE STYLE ELEVATION WITH AN ATTRACTIVE MIX OF TUMBLED BRICK, STONE ANDcedar shake. Cathedral style windows whose grids feature ornate gothic patterns are flanked by European style board and batten shutters. Inviting CoveredPorch has rough-hewn timbers and earthy colors, an appealing mix of textures that create warmth and character. Foyer features an exquisite chandelier andhandsome, hardwood Birch flooring that extends into the home. Dining Room is surrounded by dramatic arches that draw the eye upwards to the trey ceil-ing and the extraordinary custom faux finish. Using a Klondike base from Italy, the finish and its custom application technique make their U.S. debut at thehands of artist William Bell. A cozy two-sided fireplace faces both the dining room and the Great Room, with an 11â€™ coffered ceiling surrounded bycan lights and supporting a gorgeous chandelier. The walls feature a custom Venetian faux-finish. Unique Panoramic doors open and fold out of sight, pro-viding the room with an abundance of space and natural light from the Covered Porch. The Outdoor Living Area features scored concrete, true tongue andgroove vaulted ceiling with canned lighting, and an entertainment area. Family Room with vaulted, true tongue and groove ceiling and a fireplace of brickand stone. Custom designed paint stylingâ€™s adorn the custom built-ins. Kitchen has large center island with apron sink and seating, a custom stainlesssteel hood over the gourmet oven and a refrigerator with Internet connection. A decorative backsplash features custom tile and granite countertops. Paintand glazed stain cabinets suggest European influences. A walk-in pantry is separately located off the Kitchen and includes custom adjustable shelving. TheBreakfast Nook is an open area with vaulted ceiling and an abundance of natural light thanks to windows surrounding the room and 2 solid glass walls.Family Work Center includes the Laundry Room and a Mud Room with built-in lockers.

Southern Heritage Company, LLC is a customhome building business specializing in high quali-ty craftsmanship. Kevin Atwood, Owner/President,is a native Williamson County resident with over20 years of construction related experience. Thefocus at Southern Heritage Company is to buildthe best quality homes and conduct business withthe highest integrity. Kevin is personally involvedwith the daily oversight of each home and buildsevery home with the same care as if he and hisfamily were going to live in it themselves. ContactKevin and Southern Heritage Company at (615)566-5871 or [email protected].

Lee Shacklock has been creating beautiful rooms formost of her life. “I started designing rooms and fabri-cating soft furnishings for myself with I was about tenyears old. Little did I know then, this early hobbywould lead to a career in Interior Design!” Lee said. Itwas during her 15 years in Great Britain that she stud-ied her craft at Rhodec International College ofInterior Design in Brighton, England. Today, LeeShacklock Interior Design provides clients with awealth of resources and extensive experience in everyphase of the building process as well as award-win-ning interior planning and design services. ContactLee at (615) 668-1138 or [email protected] Atwood Lee Shacklock

4,139 square feet

NORFOLK HOMES

“EUROPEAN FRENCH CHARM” BEST DESCRIBES THE STYLE OF THIS SPECTACULAR HOME FROM NORFOLK HOMES. WARMand inviting colors adorn the custom bracketed shutters, trim and exterior accents, beautiful complements to the “Old Mississippi” brick. Stately metalroof covers Front Porch and door with deep, rich stain and attractive detailed glass. Foyer welcomes visitors with stunning European art work and exqui-site 3” hardwood flooring with inlays. Captivating Study is a picture of casual refinement. Cherry custom built-in bookcases perfectly augment the foursoft leather chairs, and the cigar cutter confirms that this is the perfect place to share a smoke with friends. Dining Room features handsome wainscottingand a gorgeous accent wall of custom shades and colors. Dazzling glass and copper custom faux treatment graces the ceiling. Enchanting Great Roomhas hardwood floors with warm carpet inlays and a fireplace of gray ledge stone. Light colors and inspired accessories fill the room and its cozy sittingarea. Room opens into the Kitchen with stunning maple glazed cabinets, a tiled, European backsplash and spectacular lighting over the island. Bar topwith striking columns allows for interaction with family and guests. A breakfast area looks out onto the incredible Outdoor Living Area and its amazing“Spool.” Constructed of gorgeous stone and tile and featuring a natural rock spillway and waterfalls, the spool combines all luxury of a spa with the funof a swimming pool. Enjoy drinks with friends in the raised spa or swim laps in the envigorating endless current. The stylish fireplace is sure to be apopular spot all year round. Into the Mud Room featuring convenient cubbies for coats, books, umbrellas and more. Powder Room boasts wall-hungsink. Master Bedroom is a dream with plush carpeting, dazzling chandelier and a “tea house” style sitting room. Master Bath includes walk-in shower,custom cabinetry and exquisite antique mirrors.

Since being founded in 1993, the focus of NorfolkHomes has been providing new home buyers withinnovative home plans, hand-crafted construction,energy efficient design, and high standards ofquality. Kevin Dattilo, Division President forNorfolk Homes, has been instrumental in the com-pany's development and success. After earning aBachelor Degree in Business Finance from CentralMichigan University in 1990, Kevin went to workfor the parent company of Norfolk Homes as aProject Manager. Contact him at (615) 591-6400or [email protected]. For more infor-mation visit www.norfok-homes.com.

Linda Totok began her career over 18 years ago inMichigan working for Norfolk Homes, assumingresponsibility for multiple tasks before realizingthat her passion rested solely in design. Threeyears ago she was offered the position of DesignCoordinator for Norfolk’s custom home division inTennessee. Linda’s latest project is Norfolk’sParade home at Kings' Chapel. You will see thatLinda has an uncanny ability to think outside thebox when approaching a new design project.Contact her at Norfolk Homes at (615) 591-6400or [email protected]. For more informa-tion visit www.norfok-homes.com.Kevin Dattilo Linda Totok


SPIKE REPORT

Fourteen SPIKES (in bold) increased their recruit-ment numbers last month. What is a SPIKE?SPIKES recruit new members and help the associa-tion retain members. Here is the latest SPIKE reportas of August 31, 2012.

Top 20 Big Spikes

Jim Ford 910Virgil Ray 813Bill King 776Mitzi Spann 613Jim Fischer 566Terry Cobb 562James Carbine 322Dan Stern 306John Whitaker 303Bruce Hancock 297Kevin Hale 284Jennifer Earnest 275Tonya Jones 271Bill Towe 262Reese Smith III 256Steve Moody 219Sonny Shackelford 210David Crane 192Michael Apple 185Cyril Evers 180

Life SpikesAnne McKnight 179Jackson Downey 171Jim McLean 164Louise Stark 163Davis Lamb 160Harry Johnson 146Steve Cates 140C.W. Bartlett 138Tim Ferguson 124Tonya Alexander 121Steve Hewlett 119Tom Kelley 115Johnny Watson 101Carmen Butner 98Bill Kottas 97Lee Santiago 95Dave McGowan 91Kim Dykes 89B.J. Hanson 83Randy Parker 75Sam Carbine 72Erin Richardson 72Duane Vanhook 72Jordan Clark 71Jeff Slusher 70John Baugh 68Don Bruce 62Jim Ford, Jr. 62Hill McAlister 57Joe Morgan 54Gerald Bucy 53John Broderick 51 Beth Sturm 49Al Davis 47Sheila Rawlings 47

Bernie Laine 46Greg Langley 46Benny Sullivan 46Kim Nichols 45Bryan Edwards 44David Hughes 44Andrew Neuman 44Kay Russell 44James Franks 41Trey Lewis 41Peggy Krebs 39Wiggs Thompson 39Chuck Clarkson 36Brad Butler 35Andy Wyatt 35Al Hacker 34David Lippe 33Ray Edwards 32John Ganschow 32Dan Strebel 32Steve Wheeley 30Alvin Basel 29Lori Fisk-Connors 29Matt Burnett 25

SpikesJess Dillon 16Christina Cunningham 14Tracy Lomax 14Marty Maitland 9Frank Tyree 9Pam Smith 8Kelvey Benward 7Don Mahone 7Ron Myers 7Bridget Thompson 6


OCTOBER CALENDAR

CHAPTERS & COUNCILSCHAPTERS

CHEATHAM COUNTY CHAPTER Chapter President - Roy Miles: 615/646-3303Cheatham County Chapter details are currently being planned.Next meeting: to be announced.Topic: to be announced.Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 310

DICKSON COUNTY CHAPTERChapter President - Mark Denney: 615/446-2873. The Dickson County Chapter meets on the third Monday of themonth, 12:00 p.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dickson. Next meeting: Monday, October 15.Topic: to be announced.Price: FREE, lunch dutch treat.Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 307

MAURY COUNTY CHAPTER Maury County Chapter details are currently being planned.Next meeting: to be announced.Price*: to be announced.Chapter RSVP line: 615-377-9651, ext. 312; for callers outsidethe 615 area code, 1-800-571-9995, ext. 312

METRO/NASHVILLE CHAPTERChapter President - John Whitaker: 615/843-3300. The Metro/Nashville Chapter meets on the fourth Monday of themonth, 11:30 a.m. at the HBAMT offices.Next meeting: Monday, October 22.Topic: “An Update on New or Amended StormwaterRegulations,” with Rebecca Dohn, Metro Water ServicesStormwater Program.Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 304

ROBERTSON COUNTY CHAPTERNext meeting: to be announced.Topic: to be announced.Price*: to be announced.

Robertson County RSVP line: 615-377-9651, ext. 313.

SUMNER COUNTY CHAPTER The Sumner County Chapter meets on the fourth Tuesday of themonth, 11:30 a.m. at the new Hendersonville Library. Next meeting: to be announced.Topic: to be announced.Price*: to be announced.Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 306

WILLIAMSON COUNTY CHAPTER Chapter President - BJ Hanson: 615/884-4935. The Williamson County Chapter meets on the third Tuesday of themonth, 11:30 a.m. at the HBAMT offices. Next meeting: to be announced.Topic: to be announced.Price*: to be announced.Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 305

WILSON COUNTY CHAPTER The Wilson County Chapter meets on the second Thursday of themonth, 11:30 a.m. at the Five Oaks Golf & Country Club in Lebanon.Next meeting: to be announced.Topic: to be announced.Price*: to be announced.Chapter RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 309

*Builders free pending sponsorship.

COUNCILS

CUSTOM BUILDERS COUNCIL Council President - Alan Looney: 615/309-8200.The CBC meets on the second Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m. atthe HBAMT offices. Next meeting: to be announced.Topic: to be announced.

Price: to be announced.Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 311

GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL Council President - Erin Richardson: 615/883-8526. The Green Building Council meets on the fourth Wednesday of themonth, 11:00 a.m. at the HBAMT offices.Next meeting: Wednesday, October 24.Topic: to be announced. Price: free for Green Building Council members thanks to ourannual sponsors Trus Joist and E3 Innovate; $20 for non-memberswith RSVP ($25 w/o).Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 308

HBAMT REMODELERS COUNCIL Council President - Don Mahone. The HBAMT Remodelers Council meets on the third Wednesdayof the month, 11:00 a.m. at varying locations.Next meeting: Wednesday, October 179.Topic: to be announced..Price: free for RMC members with RSVP; $15 for non-memberswith RSVP ($20 w/o).Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 301

MIDDLE TENN SALES & MARKETING COUNCIL Council President - David Lippe. The SMC meets on the first Thursday of the month, 9:00 a.m. atthe HBAMT offices. Next meeting: Thursday, October 11 - 9:30 AM at Kings’ Chapelin Arrington, Tennessee.Topic: “Parade of Homes Tour!” Join the council at the 2012 Paradeof Homes at Kings’ Chapel for a tour of the homes.Price: FREE for SMC members with RSVP pending sponsorship($10 w/o); $20 for non-members with RSVP ($25 w/o).Council RSVP Line: 615/377-9651, ext. 302.

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Documents

The Nail - October, 2012