Then reward yourself with ice cream…Visit a participating Ben and Jerry’s scoop shop on today from 5-8pm, and you’ll get a free scoop of ice cream. Democracy never tasted so sweet.
Industry professionals guide you through the complete remodeling process in this FREE in-depth seminar. Seats are limited, call the HBA at 503-684-1880 to reserve your seat today!
Saturday, October 25th 9am-noon at the JMG Conference Center at the Home Builders Association (15555 SW Bangy Rd, Lake Oswego, OR 97035). Click here for more information….
Returning to the Portland Fall Home & Garden Show this year is the Builders’ Surplus Sale, where Portland-area builders and remodelers bring their surplus materials to sell at amazing prices. Whether it’s windows, doors, appliances, roofing material, wallpaper, light fixtures or flooring – if you’re looking for a bargain, this is the place to be. This year look for great deals on tile, tile and more tiles. Thinking of a doing a fall home improvement project? You don’t want to miss the best prices on materials anywhere in the Portland area.
The Portland Fall Home & Garden Show runs Oct. 2-5 at the Portland Expo Center. Celebrating its 20th anniversary as a fall favorite home owners and gardeners will be delighted to find expert advice, simple solutions and inspired ideas from top remodelers, decorators, landscapers, and suppliers. The Builders’ Surplus Sale will be open during normal show hours, Thursday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for the do-it-yourselfer to get quality materials at great prices,” said Hallie Gentry, Remodelers Council manager. “We’ll have such an incredible selection of items including home lighting, paint, tile and a large selection of doors and windows. There really is something here for everyone.”
Items left at the end of the show will be donated to The Rebuilding Center, the largest non-profit used building materials resource in North America. It is a popular destination for those interested in building with affordable, environmentally low impact materials.
The Sonoma, by Shelburne Development, walked away with “Best of Show” honors at the 2008 Street of Dreams. Sonoma also won in the “People’s Choice” and “Realtors’ Choice” categories, while Haggart Luxury Homes’ Pure Innova captured a similar honor in the “Professionals’ Choice” category.
The dream homes earn awards in three categories: Professional’s Choice, which are judged by professional judges who come from outside the Portland area; Realtor’s Choice, selected by licensed realtors who attended the show’s Realtor Day; and, People’s Choice awards submitted by show attendees.
“The 2008 Street of Dreams showcases excellence in home building,” said David Nielsen, CEO of the Portland HBA. “We are proud to produce this annual show, celebrating the latest designs and home ideas. This year’s homes are every bit as amazing as the views from Portland’s highest point.”
If you want to see these award winning homes…get there quick. The Street of Dreams runs through this Sunday, September 14. Tickets are available on-site or online at www.streetofdreamspdx.com.
See a sneak peak of the ideas and insperations from the show…
The 2008 Street of Dreams awards are as follows:
Best of Show
Professional’s Choice: “Pure Innova”-Haggart Luxury Homes
Realtor’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
People’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
Best Architectural Design
Professional’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
Realtor’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
Best Curb Appeal
Realtor’s Choice: “Cherith Brooke”-G&B Construction
Best Landscaping
Professional’s Choice:“Pure Innova”-Haggart Luxury Homes
Realtor’s Choice: “The Summit”-Westlake Development Group
People’s Choice: “Pure Innova”-Haggart Luxury Homes
Best Kitchen
Professional’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
Realtor’s Choice: “Providence House”-KDC Custom Homes, LLC.
People’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
Best Master Suite
Professional’s Choice: “Pure Innova”-Haggart Luxury Homes
Realtor’s Choice: “Sonoma”-Shelburne Development
Best Interior Design
Professional’s Choice: “Pure Innova”-Haggart Luxury Homes
Realtor’s Choice: “Sonoma” Shelburne Development
People’s Choice: “Sonoma” Shelburne Development
Best Home Furnishings
Professional’s Choice: “Suede”-Lisac Brothers Construction
Realtor’s Choice: “Cherith Brooke”-G&B Construction
The Street of Dreams opens today!
In addition to touring homes, discovering how to make your home energy efficient, being inspired by unique design ideas and standing atop of Mt. Scott (the highest point in Portland), there is a wide variety of special events happening at the Street of Dreams. Mark your calendar now so you don’t miss out…
Friday, Aug. 15th - 6:30pm-10:30pm - A Midsummer Night’s Dream 25th Anniversary
Saturday, August 16th - 12pm to 5:00pm - American Family Insurance Family Day
Thursday, August 21st – 6pm to 9pm - Wine and Jazz
Thursday, Aug. 28 – 6pm to 9:00pm - Artist Night
Friday, Aug. 29th – 6pm to 9:00pm - Date Night sponsored by It’s Just Lunch
Thursday, Sept. 4 – 6pm to 9:00pm - Wine and Jazz
Friday, Sept. 5th – 6pm to 9:00pm - Ladies Night
Saturday, Sept. 13th - 12:00pm to 5pm - American Family Insurance Family Day
Prospective first-time home buyers who have been sitting on the fence now have a significant financial incentive to explore the opportunities available in today’s housing market.
H.R. 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 — which was passed by the Congress on July 26 and signed by President Bush on July 30 — allows first-time home buyers to take a $7,500 tax credit from the purchase of a single-family home, townhome or condominium apartment.
Check out Federalhousingtaxcredit.com for more information on this opportunity of a lifetime for first-time buyers.
Join us next Friday August 15th in celebrating the 25th Anniversary of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Over the last 25 years, this opening night celebration for NW Natural’s Street of Dreams has raised more than $1.2 million for 72 charities. Enjoy live entertainment, hosted beer and wine and delicious food. Be one of the first to see the five newly completed Street of Dreams homes. Tickets are $125.00 and are available for purchase online.
The 2008 A Midsummer Night’s Dream charity event will support the following charities: The ALS Association, Community Vision, HOST Development, Kruseway-Lake Oswego Rotary Club, MLD Foundation, Women for Children/Friends of Doernbecher, YMCA of Greater Portland
July 30th is National Cheesecake Day and to celebrate The Cheesecake Factory will offer every delicious slice of its more than 30 varieties of cheesecake at $1.50 per slice, limit one per guest, dine in only.
In addition, a special, limited edition cheesecake, the 30th Anniversary Chocolate Cake Cheesecake, will be introduced today with $0.25 from the sale of each slice sold this year benefiting the national hunger-relief organization, America’s Second Harvest – The Nation’s Food Bank Network.
Founded in 1976, the metro Portland Street of Dreams was the first of its kind in the country. It has since been adopted by nearly 500 cities around the nation. More than 80,000 visitors from around the country tour Portland’s show each year. This year’s month-long celebration is not only full of new events, but is an unprecedented opportunity for the greater Portland community to tour homes and views from the highest developed site in Portland – the top of Altamont.
Additionally, guests can discover ideas for their own homes, from the luxury to the ecological. Five top builders from the Portland metro area have designed and built these homes, priced from $1 million to $2.5 million and reflecting the very best in luxury home design.
The Street of Dreams takes place August 16-Sept 14, 2008 11am-10pm. Tickets are on sale now at the Street of Dreams website.
Exclusive reservations for the Street of Dreams Hospitality Deck are now available! Reserve this unique location for a fun and sophisticated lunch or dinner event. This is the perfect locale for a rejuvenating team lunch or client thank you dinner. Several menu options are available from Celebrate Catering, complete with white linens, centerpieces and a bartender if you like.
Each Hospitality reservation includes show tickets, complimentary souvenir show guides, VIP wrist bands and a view that is out of this world.