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Some of Central Ohio's Finest home building professionals have joined together to create the Custom Home Building Camp (CHBC). The purpose of the camp is to take the mystery out of custom building and provide information on all facets of custom home building and remodeling.
The CHBC courses will be in classroom settings and are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools to design, specify and budget your custom home or remodeling project.
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Female Focused Design
Take control of your home, don't let it control you. This course isn't about interior design rather you will learn how you live, influences the design of your home. Instructor, Carolyn Fallon will help you will discover how a few simple plan changes can make your dream home a true retreat for you and your family and even daily tasks easier.
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In this class you will interact with experienced kitchen designers as they share the top design elements for today's kitchen. You will be introduced to the latest in kitchen appliances, the newest in sinks and faucets, and the hottest trends in counter tops. Get the style, look and features you want in a gourmet kitchen without breaking your budget.
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Finding and Evaluating a Home Site
Finding the perfect site for your new home can be a daunting task, but finding the site is only half the battle. In this class you will also learn what to look for in a site, what to avoid, the real costs of off-site building.
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Learn how to accurately budget your new home before you talk to a builder. SAVE THOUSANDS!!! Learn how size and finishes actually impact the final budget of your home. Homebuilder, Gary Dunn, Co-owner of Dunmoor Homes presents detailed "Builder" cost information including a wide range of alternative features and finishes for a ranch, a two-story, and a split level "Custom" home. As a bonus you will receive a interactive budgeting program that you can use to budget your own dream home. If you are considering a custom home this course is a must!
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Beautiful Baths
The ultimate retreat after a long, hard day. It is the only place in our home that is truly private. Let our experts “take you away”. Imagine, a walk in shower with dual massage shower heads, steam room, Whirlpool tubs, dual sinks, choices in counters, flooring, wall tile all contributing to your own private oasis. You will never want to leave!
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Alternative Building
This course will introduce you to alternative construction systems and methods to achieve your dream home. You will learn about Structural Insulated Panels from Chris Dolan of Lamit Industries a local company, that is a leader in SIP's construction. Steve Huddle will explain the extraordinary benefits of the innovative Superior Wall Foundation System and Mark Kelly of Nationwide Custom Homes will explain how a custom, factory built modular home might be the ideal way for you to achieve your dream.
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Engineered Wood and Systems Building
Learn how technology can make your home perform better and live longer. Industry professional Bill Sauder will teach you how home construction systems such as wall panels and trusses result in faster more efficient construction saving you from theft, weather damage and money. Bill will also discuss the practical basics of building a home that is truly energy.
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Personalize Your Home
Your home should reflect your wants and needs, not a builder's idea of the perfect house. In this class we are going to explore ways to distinctively peresonalize your home without breaking your budget.
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Making it a Green World
From the practical to the exotic find out how you can save thousands of dollars in energy costs every year while helping to preserve the earth's precious resources. Tyler Steele of Greenovate will discuss various products and procedures to help create a Green home including sustainable products, indoor air quality, and the process of obtaining a green certification. Don Hall, P.E., of Wattworks will be presenting products that will lessen or eliminate your dependancy on the "Grid"
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Geothermal, Home Comfort and Tax Credits
This course will teach how to harness the earth to heat and cool your home. Geothermal is not only one of the most efficient methods for home comfort but now you can qualify for a huge tax credit from the Federal Government. Learn more about the system and how to qualify for the tax credit. Heating and Air Conditioning expert Steve Mullins of Complete Comfort will explain how In this course you will also learn about indoor air quality and how to insure a safe and healthy environment for your family.
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Remodeling 101
Whether you are finishing a basement, upgrading a kitchen, or adding an in-law suite this class will show you teach you about the process, what to expect and what costs you can expect. You will be presented with a number of space design ideas and have an opportunity to meet with Remodeling professionsals to discuss your project
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Room by Room from Greenovate
Led by panels of local experts, “Room-by-Room” will focus on the numerous health benefits associated with green building. Specifically, it will cover topics such as indoor air quality, lead poisoning prevention, asthma and allergy control, and non-toxic household cleaning. In so doing, the workshops will identify solutions to common health hazards found in particular household areas. Registration, limited to 30 participants per workshop, is free of charge and open to the public. For more information visit www.greenovate.com or register now.
Kitchen and Baths - July 1, 2010
Basements and Attics - August 5, 2010
Garages and Trasportation - September 2, 2010
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WEBINAR INFORMATION
Classes with this symbol are available as Webinars as well as classroom sessions. In order to participate in an online webinar you simply click on the CONTACT US button and send us a brief email letting us know which class you are wanting to participate in. We will send you a confirming email with all the instructions necessary to join the class.
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