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Gary Deysher
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Residential Remodeling $75,000 - $100,000
Gary Deysher - Deysher Custom Homes
The project involved constructing an addition on a
two-story colonial home which included a sunroom-type
living area for the owners and in-law quarters.
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The final design included a 16' x 35' sunroom, which was
divided into two sections by a 6' double pocket door to allow
the owners to close them for privacy or leave them open for
one large entertainment area. The owners' section would be 16' x
21' and the in-laws' would be 16' x 14' living area, each with a
sloped ceiling and a skylight. The in-laws' kitchenette, breakfast
area and bedroom was designed in a 24' x 14' section which
included a sloped ceiling in the kitchenette and a vaulted ceiling in
the bedroom. The bathroom and closet area completed the design.
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Doug Young
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Residential Remodeling $100,000 - $150,000
Doug Young - Doug Young Additions & Home Imp.
The project involved an addition which covered a wide
scope of remodeling practices and techniques.
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The foundation was made of block instead of poured concrete.
Young was challenged with the open air shower in the new
master bath. The home owner needed the tile of the bath to be at
the same height as the shower with no shower door on the
shower. The frame section of the shower floor was lowered to acquire
the proper pitch to the shower drain. The trim included custom
shelving, custom-made bookshelves, and a built-in functional
window seat. A block/brick walkway was installed from the driveway
to the front door.
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Robert Lukens
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Residential Remodeling $150,000 - over
Robert Lukens - Lukens Construction Co.
The project was construction of an addition
incorporating numerous antique pieces collected by the owners into
the overall design.
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Lukens used an antique slate fireplace surround with a
new modern gas-fired fireplace and was challenged to make a
new metal unit look old. The owners' re-wired antique lighting
was utilized on the porch. Large angel figurines were
incorporated into the design and installation of the kitchen cabinetry.
Interior antique wrought iron gates were installed between
the diningroom and kitchen. Numerous figurines, detailed
moldings and trim were fitted into the interior and exterior construction.
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Larry Ernst
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Kitchen Remodeling $15,000 -- over
Larry Ernst - Ernst Kitchen & Bath Center
The project included remodeling a kitchen area to
provide a large eat-in kitchen with a center work island,
better access to the diningroom and family room, a small
but separate bar area, a TV area and special display areas.
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Ernst developed a construction plan which included removing
a wall to create a rear entry hall, adding a coat closet,
removing two door openings that created a hall to the family room,
widening the 33" door opening to 54" into the formal diningroom
and raising ceilings to create a feeling of expanse and better lighting.
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Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen Addition over $15,000
Lloyd Long - Robertson's Renovations
The project involved designing and building a kitchen for an addition that would be added to an old farmhouse
constructed around 1850.
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The challenge was to incorporate Early American Design in modern conveniences such as state-of-the-art appliances and
materials.The cabinetry style is the most critical element. A plain inset raised panel door, finished a dark colonial red, with flat black butterfly hinges
was utilized. Appliances include a stainless steel gas range and hood and wall oven. Corian countertops maintain the design integrity.
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Joseph Capellupo
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Commercial Remodeling $100,000 - under
Joseph Capellupo - Capellupo Construction
The project involved taking an old 6-car garage with a very unstable second floor and converting it into an office
building with a storage area.
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The major initial problem was the roof structure. The roof rafters and second floor plywood and floor joists were removed leaving a
standing wall height of 12 feet. New gable trusses were added over the existing walls. After gutting the interior, new windows
were installed, a new heating and cooling system, French doors, new insulation, two powder rooms, new board and batten siding,
new drywall, special custom millwork, stone fireplaces and carpeting. The interior is unique with 12-foot high ceilings but the offices
have only 8-foot high walls, which add openness to the entire office.
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Joseph Capellupo
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Commercial Remodeling $100,000 - over
Joseph Capellupo - Capellupo Construction
The project involved remodeling a former bar/lounge and swimming club into a modern efficient office building.
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The intent of the renovations was to keep intact the stone superstructure of the building which originally was a bank barn over
100 years ago. The building was totally gutted from the inside out. All new mechanicals were installed, state-of-the-art
telecomunications system, four new bathrooms, a shower, two kitchenettes, a lunchroom, and wet and dry sprinkler system. A standing seam metal
roof was chosen to restore the original appearance. Vinyl board and batten siding was used. An exterior addition approximately 2200 sq.
ft. was added.
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Scott Grote
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Design/Build: $150,000 - under
Scott Grote - Grote Construction
The project was to remodel an existing home and
foundation built in the early seventies to serve as a
contemporary dream home.
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After demolition work, Grote faced the challenge of
changing the style of the house into a contemporary rancher, but
keeping to a modest budget. Unique design elements like the
galvanized pipe railing, concrete floor in the master bedroom
suite, and the lkea lighting features turned the house into a
contemporary showpiece. Comfort elements like radiant floor heat,
a cozy finished basement, and granite countertops make this
home very livable.
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Gary Deysher
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Design/Build: $150,000 - over
Gary Deysher - Deysher Custom Homes
The project was to build a dream home that looked
and felt like an old stone farmhouse from eras gone by,
which had additions added throughout the years and yet
have all the modern conveniences.
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The main area of the house was designed with 6' thick stone
to look like an old farmhouse. Two front porches were
covered with PA blue flagstone and a cupola was added to the
garage roof. The farmhouse theme was carried into the interior
with such features as open-beamed ceiling in the family
and diningroom, a walk-in fireplace in the family room, an oak
stairway, and handmade light fixtures. Modern day features
include a screened - in porch and a spiral staircase.
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Ed Wisniewski
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Interior Specialty Remodeling
Ed Wisniewski - Piper Construction
The project focused on remodeling a dated basement
to create a functional office space, to update the
laundry facilities, and to rejuvenate an adjoining powder room.
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The project required complete removal of wall paneling,
tile flooring, and the plaster ceiling. Out-dated windows and
doors were replaced to provide energy efficient and attractive
door and window units. With strategic placement of functional
and accent lighting, Wisniewski was able to illuminate the
cabinetry and desk area to accommodate work space and to
accentuate the fine details of the custom cabinetry. A work station
divider serves as a transition from the office to the concealed laundry.
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Fred Barber
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Outdoor Living: Enclosures Over $15,000
Brad Barber - Clearview -Four Seasons
The project involved adding a glass conservatory
style addition to the current place of business in January
when the business is closed.
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The unit was constructed on top of the lower floor.
Barber faced the challenge in laying out this multi-segmented
structure of finding the key points of the segments without
the ability to use batter boards since the unit is two story's off
the ground in the back and ground level in the front. He framed
by cutting all the rim joists to the outside unit demensions,
nailed them together, and supported them temporarily with props.
Construction then began.
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Larry Ernst
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Bath Remodeling - $15,000 - over
Larry Ernst - Ernst Kitchen & Bath Center
The project involved transforming a small two-room bathroom
into an area which would include a neo/angle corian shower, a double
bowl vanity, a linen cabinet, a 72" whirpool tub, an electric
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The needed space for the renovations was gained by expanding the bathroom into the bedroom closet. Ernst framed the
door openings on the bedroom side, removed the rear closet wall, and removed the partition wall in the existing bathroom.
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