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  • Your vote enters you to win a WeberQ2200 Series Gas Grill with stand!

    1. In the event that contestant

    cannot obtain transportation to

    featured homes, they may fill

    out registration blank and mail

    to: Tour of Homes c/o Olympia Master Builders;

    1211 State Ave NE; Olympia, WA 98506

    2. One entry per household. Winner must be 21

    or older. Employees or immediate family members

    of promoters, vendors, sponsors or contractors of Tour of Homes

    may not enter.

    3. Winner is to be randomly drawn from all entries received

    from Sept. 19 through Sept. 22, 2019.

    4. All prizes awarded are final.

    5. Winner will be contacted by The Olympia Master Build-

    ers. Subsequent announcements will be made in sponsoring

    media. OMB will make every effort to contact winners by phone

    and/or U.S. Mail. If the winner has not returned contact within 6

    days, or is any way unable to accept the prize, an alternate will be

    drawn and the original winner will forfeit any rights to the prize.

    6. Winner may be responsible for any applicable Federal, State

    and Local taxes.

    7. Name and likeness of winner may be used for promo-

    tional purposes.

    8. Some restrictions apply. Expiration dates must be

    observed.

    9. Register to win at any home in the Tour of Homes.

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    Start planning yourroute for the 19th an-nual Olympia MasterBuilders (OMB) Tour ofHomes! The Tour ofHomes allows commu-nity members the op-portunity to visit andtour amazing new andremodeled homes. Thisunique event is a greatway to scope out thelatest and greatest inhome construction andremodeling. This year’sTour features four newhomes, and nine remodel projects, including onecommercial remodel.

    OMB is also bringing back, for its fourth year,“Chefs on Tour.” This VIP experience for theTour of Homes, which will take place from 4 to 9p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, gives people whopurchase tickets a chance to see select homesbefore they open to the public the next day. Ateach stop, ticketholders get to tour the beautifulhome while enjoying delicious bites and beveragesfeatured by a local chef. It’s the most uniqueprogressive culinary event you’ll ever experience!

    In presenting these events to our community,we have several goals in mind:

    A Showcase what the building industry can dofor each of you in building a new home and/orremodeling your existing home.

    A Introduce you to a select group of contractorswhom you may wish to contact for home improve-ment projects.

    A Highlight the latest innovations and crafts-manship of the builders and remodelers whomake this show possible, as well as the work ofmany of their sub-contractors.

    A And for some of you, provide you with a va-riety of choices when looking for a home that youcan ultimately purchase.

    As members of Olympia Master Builders, weremain at the forefront of the fight to keep thecost of owning a new home affordable. The Amer-ican dream of home ownership is alive and well,and we strive to ensure that you can be a part ofthat dream.

    Enjoy the Tour!Erik Jensen, OMB PresidentOlympia Master Builders

    Welcome to theOlympia MasterBuilders Tour of Homes

    Erik Jensen, OMB

    President

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    Olympia Master Builders | Office: 1211 State Avenue NE |Olympia, WA 98506 | Phone: 360-754-0912 | Toll Free:800-456-6473 | Fax: 360-754-7448 | Serving Thurston,Lewis, Grays Harbor, Pacific and Mason counties

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    Barbara Whitlow, ChairOlympia Federal Savings

    Karen McClennenThe Olympian

    Matt JonesSunset Air, Inc.

    Diane GassmanInterior Dimensions

    Tina AllenGreat Floors

    Cristy KrausScott Homes, Inc.

    John CanfieldThe Olympian

    Jennie McDonaldLifespan Construction, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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    Olympia Master Builders(OMB) primary mission isto provide affordable

    housing for all economic segmentsof society.

    This is achieved by improvingthe construction industry and thebusiness climate in which ourmembers operate. OMB does thisthrough:

    Advocacy: Providing a voicebefore government.

    Education: Developing a pro-fessional building industry.

    Promotion: Marketing memberservices.

    OMB members also providejobs for thousands of families andtheir projects have a profoundeconomic impact on the commu-nity.

    According to statistics providedby the National Association ofHome Builders using local datafrom 2017, the estimated one-yearlocal impacts of building 1,000single-family homes in ThurstonCounty include:

    A $256.4 million in local incomeA $182 million in local wages

    and salariesA $44.2 million in taxes and

    other revenue for local govern-ments

    A 3,885 local jobsAny company providing prod-

    ucts and services for the construc-tion of a home is invited to applyfor membership.

    OMB promotes member compa-nies to the public through commu-

    nity events such as Tour ofHomes, the BIG Home & GardenShow, the printed Everything forthe Home Buyers Guide, RemodelNow Magazine, and on OMB’sonline searchable list of members.

    OMB is a professional tradeassociation committed to “build-ing strong communities, one homeat a time.”

    OMB represents companieslocated in Thurston, Lewis, GraysHarbor, Mason and Pacific Coun-ties.

    For a complete list of members,plus a list that is searchable bymembers’ work specialties, andmany other consumer resources,visit OMB’s website at www.omb.org.

    Building strong communities, one home at a time

    Angela White,Executive Officer

    Jill Williams,Communications Specialist

    Brianna Bedell,Events Director

    Jenni Hatfield,Membership Coordinator

    Erin Hall,Government AffairsDirector

    Lisa Best,Office Administrator

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT

    Incredible new floor plan built by Palm Harbor andpresented by DeTray’s of Olympia. The home boastsa designed inspired kitchen with tons of cabinets, an11-foot island, walk-in pantry, stainless steel openshelves, computer station and much more. The livingroom has a large window to the top of the cathedralceiling. There are two good sized bedrooms, a den,utility room, and second bathroom. The master bath-room has dual sinks, the large walk-in tile spa-shower,a 9-door linen cabinet, and a water closet with win-dow. The garage is 22’x26’ with a private patio off ofthe back door.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER

    Lakeview Meadows is a friendly neighborhood for 55and over residents. This lot lease community boastslarge greenbelts and natural buffer areas with walk-ing trails and sidewalks meandering through thepastureland-like setting. Lakeview Meadows devel-oped by the DeTray family, who has specialized inhousing for over 50 years. Check out our websitedetrays.com or visit our sales center, we are open 7days a week.

    DEL DETRAY

    [email protected]

    4275 LAKEVIEW LANESE, LACEY

    FEATURES

    A Craftsman style exterior with

    covered porch

    A Energy efficient home with

    R44/21/49 insulation

    A 36” interior doors and wide

    hallways

    A Lofted ceilings in kitchen

    and dining room

    A Eleven foot kitchen island

    A Walk-in pantry

    A Deluxe black stainless steel

    appliances

    A Walk-in tile spa shower

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS

    Starting at the intersection of

    College and 37th SE, head west

    on 37th and go approximately

    3 blocks. Turn right into

    Lakeview Meadows, then right

    onto Lakeview Lane SE. The

    home is the first one on the

    right.

    2 BEDROOMS | DEN | 2 BATHS | 1,526 SQ FT. | $259,000

    DeTray’s ofOlympia

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    Our wonderful clients were renovating their retirement home

    for beauty and relaxation purposes. They’ve spent most of

    their lives living and working in various countries around the

    world. They wanted to create a special place to call home. The

    original house had a flat roof with matching car-port. The

    entire roof system was removed and the house was decon-

    structed down to bare studs. We completely redesigned the

    house, added on a garage, and changed the roof lines. This

    gave them vaulted ceilings with an open concept layout im-

    proving not only the value of this home but ultimately devising

    the perfect slice of heaven by the water’s edge.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    John has been in business here locally for 25-plus years, win-

    ning over 50 local/state remodeling in excellence awards. In

    2013, he was recognized in Remodeling Magazines “Big50.” This

    is a national award and is considered the remodeling industry’s

    “Hall of Fame.” What’s his secret to success? His answer has

    always stemmed from a lesson learned from his mother. “Sur-

    round yourself with smart people, it will rub off.” Later in life

    that translated into “surround yourself with professionals.”

    That’s what John has followed and that’s the fundamental

    reason why John Erwin Remodeling, Inc. is “Olympia’s Premier

    Award Winning Contractor!”

    JOHN ERWIN

    360-705-2938

    [email protected]

    johnerwinremodeling.com

    Contractor # JOHNEER928RA

    2512 GWINN LANE SE,LACEY

    FEATURES

    A Upper and lowered covered

    decks with cedar soffits and

    skylights.

    A Open concept kitchen and living

    room

    A Vaulted ceilings throughout the

    entire upstairs.

    A Aging in place designs including

    no step into house with sloped

    concrete walkway to entry, curb

    less custom tiled shower.

    A Downstairs has separate

    entrance, full bath and kitchenette.

    A The downstairs is setup for

    “house swapping” keeping the

    upstairs private now; later the

    downstairs will be used for a full

    time care giver if the need arises.

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS

    Get on 1-5 S, Follow I-5 S to Martin

    Way E. Take exit 109 from I-5 S,

    Turn right on Martin Way E, Take a

    left on College St. SE, Turn left on

    Lacey Blvd. SE, Take a right on

    Ruddell Rd. SE, Take a left on 25th

    Ave SE, Take a right on Gwinn Ln.

    SE. Fifth house down, arrived!

    *Please park along 25th Avenue

    and walk down Gwinn Lane.

    John ErwinRemodeling, Inc.

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    3 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 2,674 SQ. FT. | $590,000 REMODEL

    Substantial improve-ments to yourhome can increasethe value of your

    property and improve yourcomfort level at home.Once you’ve decided on ahome renovation project,the first step is to hire aqualified contractor. Re-search and preparation arekey to finding the bestcontractor to get the job

    done. To help find a con-tractor who is right for youand steer clear of illegiti-mate partnerships, consid-er the following tips:

    RECOMMENDATIONS

    AND RESEARCH

    A Ask friends or familyfor referrals of profes-sionals who have suc-cessfully completedhome improvement

    projects. Secure at leastthree names to give your-self options.

    A Online reviews canbe helpful in determin-ing the quality of workcompleted by contrac-tors. Google, Yelp andAngie’s List aggregateanonymous reviews ofcontractors. The Better

    How to find acontractorright for you

    SEE CONTRACTOR, PAGE 7

    Once you’ve decidedon a home renovationproject, the first stepis to hire a qualifiedcontractor. Researchand preparation arekey to finding the bestcontractor to get thejob done.

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:The CW Construction Team enjoyed working with these

    clients; it was a team effort creating this Beautiful Indian

    Summer home remodel! This project includes a full kitchen

    remodel where we removed a wall, opening the kitchen to

    the family room, an enlarged butler pantry, a see-through

    living room fireplace, new flooring, and an updated laun-

    dry room, master bathroom and guest bathroom. We know

    the clients will create many memories around their gor-

    geous kitchen island, and their spa-like bathroom, where

    cares will melt away, is any homeowner’s dream!

    ABOUT THE BUILDER: A family-owned and operated remodeling company spe-

    cializing in creating great remodel experiences, CW Con-

    struction Inc. has been serving the South Puget Sound

    region since 2005, providing quality home remodel and

    repair in Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, and outlying areas of

    Thurston County. We are confident in the professionalism,

    knowledge, and quality of work provided by our company

    and the companies we hire. Chris grew up on Long Lake,

    and when it came time to raise children, he and his wife

    Amy chose to do so in the same beautiful environment he

    grew up in.

    CHRIS WINTERS360-280-6952

    [email protected]

    www.cwconstructioninc.com

    Contractor # CHRISWC876NF

    3807 KINSALE LANESE, OLYMPIA

    FEATURES

    A Beautifully crafted, largekitchen island

    A Gorgeousindoor/outdoorsee-through fireplace

    A Luxurious spa bathroom

    A Inviting guest bath withendless personality

    A Beautiful tile

    A New hardwood floors

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS

    From I-5 south, take theMartin Way exit 109 towardCollege St/Sleater-KinneyRoad N. Turn right ontoMartin Way and left ontoCollege Street. FollowCollege until you come toYelm Highway, then turnright onto Yelm Highway.Turn left onto Troon Lane.Stop at Gate and let theguard know you are therefor the Tour of Homes.Turn right onto PrestwickLane (gate should open foryou). Follow Prestwick,which becomes KinsaleLane. The home will be onyour right.

    4 BEDROOMS | 2.5 BATHS | 2,965 SQ FT. | $196,242 REMODEL

    CW ConstructionInc.

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    Business Bureau will haveinformation on businesscomplaints and licensing.

    A Thoroughly inter-view each contractor.Have they completed aproject similar in size andscope? Are they insured?Will they secure the neces-sary permits to completethe job? Do not end theinterview without askingfor several references youcan contact.

    COMMUNICATION ANDCONTRACTS

    A Only contracts needto be signed not esti-mates. Do not sign anestimate, it may be a bind-

    ing contract.A You must have a

    contract. A professionalwill provide a contract thatclearly outlines the type ofjob, process and costs. Donot work with a contractorthat accepts only verbalagreements about the jobyou need completed.

    A Communicationwith a qualified profes-sional once the contractis signed should not endthere. Connect with yourcontractor regularly, espe-cially if it is a big project.It’s easier to troubleshotissues with your project ifyou identify and discussthem immediately.

    PRICING ANDPAYMENTS

    If you receive a “specialpricing” offer or a signif-icantly lower price thanother contractors, it is ared flag. Also, if your con-tractor can start right away– in other words, not thatbusy – is another tellingsign to hire someone else.

    A Many professionalcontractors will ask for

    a deposit towards mate-rials. This type of depositshould be paid once acontract is signed by bothyou and the contractor.Illegitimate contractorswill ask for cash or fullpayment before startingthe job. Don’t do it.

    A Know exactly whatyou are paying for. Askcontractors you are in-terviewing to provide a

    complete breakdown ofcosts. Look for materials,labor, profit margins andother expenses.

    A Only make the finalpayment once you aresatisfied with the workand have copies of thematerial receipts and

    lien releases from thecontractor and sub-contractor.

    To learn more aboutfinding a qualifiedcontractor for your home,visit omb.org for an onlinesearchable directory.

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    Completing a home project can berewarding with the rightcontractor.

    To learn more about finding a qualified contractor foryour home, visit omb.org for an online searchabledirectory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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    CONTRACTOR

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    This 1967 Post Modern home was remodeled for style and com-fort while ensuring the practicality of an aging in place home.The kitchen was a complete makeover re-engineered to takedown all walls blocking the beautiful lake view through fullheight picture windows. Custom cabinets were fit to perfectionfeaturing island-style louvered doors, apron and farm-stylesinks, baking center, new walk-in pantry and entertainmentisland. All flooring was removed and replaced with reclaimedwood, tile and patterned carpet. Doors were widened and re-placed with pocket and barn doors for space-optimizing effi-ciency. The master bedroom was transformed into a master suitewith a new view window, ductless mini-split HVAC and two-wayfireplace between bedroom and bathroom areas clad in tile andshiplap detailing. Tile floors are heated with a spacious glasssurround shower, soaking tub, trough-style sink, his-and-hersfaucets along with a new walk-in closet. Come enjoy this beauti-ful home transformation on Ken Lake!

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Gina Carlson, owner of Dunamis, has grown up in the construc-tion and design industry. She is celebrating over 26 years inbusiness in Thurston County. As a designer, dealer and builder,Dunamis Design-Build offers a turnkey menu of services forresidential, hospitality and commercial projects. Kitchen andbathroom remodels have become her passion along with thedesire to turn spaces into retreats of relaxation, productivity,efficiency and function. The Dunamis team is a wealth of know-ledge, not to mention years of experience and expertise in allareas of construction and innovations. Dunamis is a Greek wordfor “dynamic ability, worker of miracles and abundance.” Webring it!

    1971 CAMBRIDGE LANESW, OLYMPIA

    FEATURES

    A Custom Built and Painted

    Cabinets

    A Hand Painted, Patterned and

    Glass Tiles with Quartz &

    Concrete Counters

    A Reclaimed Wood Flooring,

    Custom Exposed Beam Wraps,

    & Mantles

    A Home Owner’s Timeless

    Collection of Antiques Staged

    Throughout the Home from

    Finders Keepers Antique Store

    A Newly Reconstructed Open

    Plan Kitchen and Master Suite

    with an abundance of Luxury

    Amenities

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS

    Take Black Lake Boulevard

    Exit off Highway 101. Head

    south on Black Lake Boulevard

    for a 1⁄4 mile. Turn right on to

    Ken Lake Drive. Turn left onto

    Lakemoor Drive SW. Proceed1⁄3 mile to Cambridge Lane SW

    and turn right. Home is

    Straight back into cul de sac.

    4 BEDROOMS + WORKROOM | 3 BATHS | 3,334 SQ FT. | $200,000 REMODEL

    Dunamis Interiors &Design Build

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    GINA CARLSON

    [email protected] www.houzz.com/pro/dunamisinteriorContractor # DUNAMII926Q1

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    Welcome to an experience that merges contempo-rary design, sustainability, modern building scienceand local expertise. This stunning 2-bed/2-bathcustom home on the edge of downtown Olympia isone of the most energy-efficient homes in the world.Able to maintain a consistent temperature through-out the year with no drafts or cold spots — evennext to the windows — Madison House is designedwith advanced energy modeling to efficiently staycomfortable all year long. Designed by ArtisansGroup, built by Field Assembly and featuring customcabinetry by Beech Tree Woodworks, it’s a homethat lauds its region, city and neighborhood.

    ABOUT THE BUILDERS:

    Artisans Group — Architecture & PlanningNational award-winning architecture and planningfirm located in Olympia, Washington. Specialists inhealthy, sustainable, and high performance resi-dential and commercial design.1508 4th Ave E Olympia, WA 98506360.570.0626 Field Assembly Inc. — General ContractorYour project deserves awesome. We build it. Morethan 20 years in high-end residential and commercialconstruction. Olympia based, working throughoutPuget Sound.Dave Canfield8411 Oly Hwy 99 SEOlympia, WA 360.791.7305Contractor #: FIELDAI826M5

    604 BOUNDARY ST. SE,OLYMPIA

    FEATURES

    A Aging-in-place and

    Universal Design-inspired

    forever home

    A Flexible and open floor plan

    A Soaring cedar clad ceilings

    above the open concept great

    room and kitchen

    A Custom Beech Tree

    Woodworks built-in cabinetry,

    dining table and seating

    A Fully Certified Passive

    House

    A Triple-pane Zola European

    windows

    A High Indoor Air Quality with

    whole home Heat Return

    Ventilation system

    A At least 50% quieter than a

    standard built home

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS

    From downtown Olympia: 4th

    Avenue E toward East Olympia,

    turn right on Boundary Street

    SE, go two blocks to Legion

    Way SE.

    From East Olympia/Lacey:

    State Avenue NE to Central

    Street NE, turn left on Central,

    go three blocks to Legion Way

    SE, turn right and go one

    block to Boundary Street SE.

    2 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHS | 1,462 SQ FT.

    Field Assembly Inc./ Artisans GroupArchitecture &Planning

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    Interior Dimensions and Kuster Homes teamed up on this2009 builder home. The owners loved their home butwere challenged by the lack of function. After seeingInterior Dimensions in the 2018 Remodel Now magazinethey reached out for guidance on how to accomplish amore purposeful open concept kitchen. They also felt aninstant connection with Kuster Homes and the design/build collaboration were successful in accomplishing thegoals of the homeowners. Square footage was added byrelocating the guest bedroom closet. A large built-inrange, extensive drawer storage and lift-up mixer cabinetwere incorporated to fulfill their cooking and entertain-ment needs.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Interior Dimensions works with clients to discover theirpersonal style through designs, 3-D visual drawing toursand guided product selections for their home. Thisaward-winning company has over 37 years’ experience inthe design industry.Kuster Homes and Remodeling has gained a reputation ofhonesty, fairness and true interest in their customer’sproject satisfaction, servicing their clients for over 10years.

    DIANE GASSMAN

    360-701-8986 [email protected] interiordimensionsnw.com

    JEFF KUSTER

    [email protected]

    4318 118TH AVE. SW,OLYMPIA

    FEATURES:

    A Large open concept kitchen

    and living areas

    A Custom painted cabinets by

    DuraSupreme

    A Granite countertops

    A Ceramic tile backsplash

    A Porcelain tile floor

    A High-end built-in appliances

    by Albert Lee

    A Plumbing fixtures by Keller

    Supply

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    From I-5 South, take exit 99,

    turn right onto 93rd Avenue

    SW. Turn Left onto Littlerock

    Road SW. Continue for 2.3

    miles then turn left onto 113th

    Avenue SW for another mile.

    Turn right onto Crockett Street

    SW then turn right onto 118th

    Avenue SW. The home will be

    on your right.

    KITCHEN & GUEST BEDROOM REMODEL | $80,000 REMODEL

    Interior Dimensions /Kuster Homes &Remodeling

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    Eating a good meal,taking a nap orplaying outdoorsare just a few of

    the simple pleasures in lifethat most pets and hu-mans both appreciate.There are several waysyou can show your pethow much they mean toyou by incorporating cer-tain design elements intoyour home. Many featureswill not only cater to yourpet’s lifestyle, but theyalso can enhance yourhome’s appearance andadd to its value.

    Whether you’re lookingto buy a new home, re-model your existing homeor just need some inspira-tion for how to use yourcurrent space, here are a

    few ideas to get started.

    IMPROVING COMFORT

    AND CONVENIENCE

    Designing areas withinyour home where your petcan eat, sleep and bathetells them that they arejust as much a member ofthe family as everyoneelse. And having thesededicated locations canalso help reduce theamount of time you spendcleaning up after your pet.

    A Built-in eating areasare among the most pop-ular designs concepts forhomeowners with pets.Beneath the kitchen coun-ter, under an island orwithin a pull-out drawerare all great options tohelp save space and mini-

    mize spills.A Custom nooks pro-

    vide your pet with a quietretreat to nap or play.Look for opportunities toincorporate these nooksbeneath bay windows, orconvert a cluttered crawlspace beneath stairs intoyour pet’s private refuge.

    A Pet-washing stationsin laundry/mud rooms cansignificantly improve thecleanliness of your home.An enclosed tiled areawith an extended faucetcan be used to give yourpet a full bath or simply toclean paws after a romp inthe outdoors.

    SELECTING THE RIGHT

    FLOORING

    With the appropriate

    flooring, both you andyour pet can live amicablywithout pointing fingers(or paws) at one anotherwhenever a new scratch ora spill is discovered. Floor-ing options today areseemingly endless, andeach type comes withvarying levels of dura-bility, so you’ll want to doyour research as well asconsult with a professionalbefore making the in-vestment.

    A Bamboo flooring isbecoming increasinglypopular, especially amongpet owners, for its hard-ness and resistance tostains. And for those whoare trying to be green,both bamboo and corkflooring are also good forthe environment.

    A Hardwood floorshave long been among themost desirable options,

    though many differenttypes of wood and finishesare highly prone to show-ing wear over time.

    A Laminate, stone andtile floors might not beyour best option if yourpet’s comfort is a top pri-ority. While they are muchmore durable and typicallyresist scratches better than

    other flooring, some petswill find them to be un-comfortably hard andexceedingly slippery.

    To find a home builder,remodeler or designer thatcan help you make thebest home design choicesfor your pets, visit omb.orgfor the Hire-A-Pro onlinesearchable directory!

    Best bets for happy pets

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    #1 – DETRAY’S OF OLYMPIA: 4275LAKEVIEW LANE SE, LACEY

    Starting at the intersection of College and37th SE, head west on 37th and goapproximately 3 blocks. Turn right intoLakeview Meadows, then right ontoLakeview Lane SE. The home is the firstone on the right.

    #2 – JOHN ERWIN REMODELING:2512 GWINN LANE SE, LACEY

    Get on 1-5 S, Follow I-5 S to Martin WayE. Take exit 109 from I-5 S, Turn right onMartin Way E, Take a left on College St.SE, Turn left on Lacey Blvd. SE, Take aright on Ruddell Rd. SE, Take a left on 25thAve SE, Take a right on Gwinn Ln. SE. Fifthhouse down, arrived!

    *Please park along 25th Avenue and walkdown Gwinn Lane.

    #3 – CW CONSTRUCTION: 3807KINSALE LANE SE, OLYMPIA

    From I-5 south, take the Martin Way exit109 toward College Street/Sleater-KinneyRoad N. Turn right onto Martin Way andleft onto College Street. Follow Collegeuntil you come to Yelm Highway, then turnright onto Yelm Highway. Turn left ontoTroon Lane. Stop at gate and advise youhave arrived for the Tour of Homes. Turnright onto Prestwick Lane (gate shouldopen for you). Follow Prestwick, whichbecomes Kinsale Lane. The home will be onyour right.

    #4 – DUNAMIS INTERIORS &DESIGN BUILD: 1971 CAMBRIDGELANE SW, OLYMPIA

    Take Black Lake Boulevard Exit off High-way 101. Head south on Black Lake Blvd for1⁄4 mile. Turn right on to Ken Lake Drive.Turn left onto Lakemoor Drive SW. Pro-ceed 1⁄3 mile to Cambridge Lane SW andturn right. Home is straight back into cul desac.

    #5 – FIELD ASSEMBLY/ARTISANSGROUP: 604 BOUNDARY ST. SE,OLYMPIA

    From downtown Olympia: 4th Avenue Etoward East Olympia, turn right on Bound-ary Street SE, go two blocks to Legion WaySE.

    From East Olympia/Lacey: State AvenueNE to Central Street NE, turn left on Cen-tral, go three blocks to Legion Way SE, turnright and go one block to Boundary StreetSE.

    #6 – INTERIORDIMENSIONS/KUSTER HOMES &REMODELING: 4318 118TH AVE. SW,OLYMPIA

    From I-5 South, take exit 99, turn rightonto 93rd Avenue SW. Turn left onto Little-rock Road SW. Continue for 2.3 miles thenturn left onto 113th Ave. SW for anothermile. Turn right onto Crockett Street SWthen turn right onto 118th Ave. SW. Thehome will be on your right.

    #7 – LIFESPAN CONSTRUCTION:8823 MARIE ST. SE, OLYMPIA

    From Yelm Highway SE, head south ontoRich Road SE. Turn left onto 89th Ave SE.Turn left at the first cross street onto MarieSt. SE. The destination will be on your left.

    #8 – NORTHWEST CONSTRUCTIONCOOPERATIVE: 3824 MARLACOURT NE, OLYMPIA

    Head north on East Bay Drive NE. Short-ly after Priest Point Park, turn left on 38thAvenue NE. Make your first right ontoMarla Court NE. The home is located at theend of the road.

    #9 – OYSTER BAY CONSTRUCTION/INTERIOR DIMENSIONS: 2110 52NDAVE. NW, OLYMPIA

    From US-101 N take the exit toward MudBay Road. Keep left at the fork towardsEvergreen State College. Continue ontoEvergreen Parkway NW. Right onto CooperPoint Road NW. Turn right onto 52nd Ave.NW then turn left after 0.3 miles. Followfor 0.2 miles to the home.

    #10 – THE VILLAGE AT MILL POND:2203 PARK VIEW STREET NE,OLYMPIA

    From I-5 north, take exit 107. Take aright on Pacific Avenue, then a left ontoLilly Road. Take a right onto Mill Pond,then a right onto Park View. The home willbe on your left.

    From I-5 south, take exit 109. Take aright on Martin Way then a right onto Col-lege Street. Take a right on Sleater-Kinney,a left onto 26th Avenue, then a left on Lilly.Turn left onto Mill Pond, then right ontoPark View. The home will be on your left.

    #11 – DICKEY’S REPAIR & REMODEL:1159 PALOMINO COURT, SE,TUMWATER

    Find your way to the intersection of Hen-derson Boulevard SE and Yelm Highway inTumwater. Turn into The Farm either offYelm Highway or Henderson onto Palomi-no Court SE and go to address 1159.

    #12 – GRANITE GALLERY: 711TUMWATER BLVD. SW #125,TUMWATER

    Take exit 101 off I-5. If going south onI-5, take a left onto Tumwater Boulevard. Ifgoing north on I-5, take a right. Go throughone traffic light and Granite Gallery will beon the next right.

    #13 – SCOTT HOMES INC.: 15637CASE ROAD SW, ROCHESTER

    I-5 South, take exit 95 toward Maytown/Littlerock, keep left, and take MaytownRoad SW ramp toward Littlerock. Mergeonto Maytown Road, take the first left ontoCase Road. Travel on Case Road for 2.61miles. 15631 Case Road SW is on the right.

    2019 TOUR OF HOMES DRIVING DIRECTIONS

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    8823 MARIE ST. SE,OLYMPIA

    FEATURES:

    A Composite deck with

    build-in barbecue, radiant

    heat, skylights and hot tub

    A Chef’s kitchen with custom

    cabinetry, fun tile backsplash

    and oversized fridge

    A Master suite addition with

    radiant heat tile and shower

    bench seating

    A Solid surface countertops

    with under counter LED

    lighting

    A Lots of custom millwork,

    crown molding and built-ins

    A Attention to modern

    farmhouse interior design

    details

    A Professionally landscaped

    with backyard bird sanctuary

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    From Yelm Highway SE, head

    south onto Rich Road SE. Turn

    left onto 89th Ave SE. Turn left

    at the first cross street onto

    Marie Street SE. The

    destination will be on your left.

    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    A modern farmhouse look was the inspiration for thisproject. The main goal was to join the detached ga-rage with the home, have a designated laundry room,create a master suite with its own bath and enlargethe outdoor living space. So they added a 16-foot-by-23-foot master bedroom/bath addition, rear-ranged the interior walls to enlarge the kitchen andadded all-new windows and seven skylights. By en-closing the breezeway, they gained a hall bath andmudroom. The new composite deck with radiantheaters, built-in barbecue and hot tub turn this1,700-square-foot home into a larger place to gather.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Lifespan Construction has over 30 years of design/build experience. They design and craft home addi-tions, complete-home renovations and individuallyremodeled spaces in the Olympia area. They reno-vate homes to fit lifestyles through experience, dedi-cation, and craftsmanship using the design/buildprocess. With their emphasis on the process of pro-ject development and construction, they consistentlycreate satisfied clients.

    CHRIS MCDONALD

    360-584-3833chris@lifespanconstruction.comLifespanConstruction.comContractor # LIFESC1866K7

    2 BEDROOMS | 2.5 BATHS | 1,700 SQ FT. | $300,000 REMODEL

    LifespanConstruction

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    This long-term residence is transformed into a cozyNorthwest Contemporary style dwelling. Extra care wastaken to preserve this beloved family home. The houseand existing garage is now joined with a foyer, mudroom,and powder room addition. The exterior includes naturalcedar lap siding and custom cedar soffits. The interiorboasts white oak hardwood, an open kitchen with customfir cabinetry, inlayed live-edge fir counters, quartz ac-cents, and herringbone patterned tile backsplashes. Thenorth end den off the garage offers movie watching, anda photography studio with heated tile floors, a ductlessheat pump, and generous storage room.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    The Northwest Construction Cooperative is an employee-owned general contractor located in Olympia, Washing-ton. We specialize in custom carpentry, residential remod-els, new construction, and tile and linoleum services.Employee ownership means every member invests inmaintaining relationships-based, excellent customer serv-ice while creating long-lasting and well-crafted products.

    NORTHWEST CONSTRUCTION

    COOPERATIVE

    360-754-3541info@northwestconstruction.coopwww.northwestconstruction.coopContractor # NORTHCC860ND

    3824 MARLA COURTNE, OLYMPIA

    FEATURES:

    A Live-edge countertops

    A Cedar Siding

    A Beechtree Woodworks

    Cabinetry

    A Hardwood Floors

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    Head north on East Bay Drive

    NE. Shortly after Priest Point

    Park, turn left on 38th Avenue

    NE. Make your first right onto

    Marla Court NE. The home is

    located at the end of the road.

    4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 1,841 SQ FT. | $512,500 REMODEL

    NorthwestConstructionCooperative

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    Oyster Bay Construction (OBC) and Interior Dimensionsteamed up to remodel the interior and exterior of this1950s mid-century two-story home. The clients dreamedof living on the water and when the opportunity arose tolive on Budd Inlet they couldn’t resist. Unfortunately, alarge two-story double-sided fireplace separated thekitchen and living spaces disrupting the stunning water-front view. Removing the fireplace gave the homeownersa more functioning open concept floor plan. The pre-served exposed cedar beams, T&G ceiling and modernfurnishings helped to add character while complementingthe mid-century architecture.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Interior Dimensions works with clients to discover theirpersonal style through designs, 3-D visual plan tours andguided product selections for their home. This awardwinning company has over 37 years’ experience in thedesign industry. Oyster Bay Construction (OBC) is a full-service construc-tion company. They specialize in custom home construc-tion, remodels and award-winning kitchen transforma-tions for over 20 years.

    BARRY JESPERSEN

    [email protected] Contractor # OYSTERBC971JB

    DIANE GASSMAN

    360-701-8986 [email protected]

    2110 52ND AVE. NW,OLYMPIA

    FEATURES:

    A Cabinets by Trivonna

    A Quartz countertops

    A Tile backsplash

    A Walk-in tile showers

    A Decorative wallcovering

    A Luxury vinyl wood plank

    flooring (LVP)

    A High-end appliances by

    Albert Lee

    A Plumbing fixtures by Keller

    Supply

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    From US-101 N take the exit

    toward Mud Bay Road. Keep

    left at the fork towards

    Evergreen State College.

    Continue onto Evergreen

    Parkway NW. Right onto

    Cooper Point Road NW. Turn

    right onto 52nd Ave. NW then

    turn left after 0.3 miles. Follow

    for 0.2 miles to the home.

    3 BEDROOMS | 3.5 BATHS | 2,700 SQ FT. | $630,000 REMODEL

    Oyster BayConstruction /Interior Dimensions

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    Inviting, accommodat-ing and a feast for theeyes — wet rooms areshowing up in more

    and more homes andwowing visitors at new-home showcases.

    Wet rooms — essentiallyopen-concept or barrier-free bathrooms — are tiledcontinuously from floor to

    ceiling and across the floorsurface, giving a sleek,unified appearance.

    The shower is open tothe room or enclosed inclear glass, and has noraised threshold to stepover. Sinks, countertopsand vanities mounted tothe walls hover above theunbroken plane of the

    floor.The wet room’s unin-

    terrupted sight lines give afeeling of space to even arelatively small room. Thecontinuous floor surfacemakes for easy cleanupand allows people inwheelchairs or with re-

    Wet rooms aretoday’s choice forbeautiful, usablebathrooms

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    stricted mobility to movefreely.

    Here are a few things toconsider when designingyour wet room:

    EXPRESS YOURSELF

    The open spaces andabundance of tile thatdefine a wet room inviteyou to splash on your owncreative look.

    Whether you choosesoothing earth tones andtextures, cool minimalistgrays, whites and blacks,or whimsical colors andpatterns, the wet roomcreates an eye-catchingdisplay.

    CURBLESS SHOWER

    Because the entire roomis waterproof, your curb-less shower also can becompletely open to theroom, with no enclosure atall.

    Just be sure there’senough space to place thetoilet and sink where theywon’t get splashed byspray from the shower.

    Glass enclosures withseamless glass doors areanother popular option.They’ll contain water onall sides without impedingthe view.

    Or sometimes simply aslab partition between theshower and the toilet willdo the trick, leaving thefront of the shower opento the rest of the room.The slab may be a foot ortwo short of the ceilingand face the doorway tominimize its effect on thevisual flow.

    Threshold drains — orgrates that are flush withthe tile floor — may definethe edge of the showerarea without interruptingthe floor’s flow. Somedrains even glow fromwithin, using interior col-ored or white LED lightingfor an extra flair and to

    help orient a person underthe shower’s spray.

    Another popular optionis adding a place to sit inthe shower. A built-in slateledge, matching or con-trasting with the wall tile,a wall-mounted drop-down bench in bamboo ora free-standing teak stoolis a handy feature foranyone and contributes tothe overall design.

    FIXTURES

    Floating vanities, at-tached to the wall withoutlegs, and floating counter-tops look great with to-

    day’s vessel sinks andminimalist faucets.

    In addition to their sleeklook, these features alsoprovide sink access foranyone in a wheel chair.Drawers or shelves at-tached underneath or oneach side of the sink pro-vide storage.

    PROFESSIONAL

    INSTALLATION

    To be sure your wetroom keeps the waterwhere it’s supposed to be,it’s important that every-thing be installed justright, and that might re-

    quire a professional.Floor grading is key —

    constructed to slope gentlyand almost imperceptibly,but effectively, towarddrains. Tile must be prop-erly installed and sealed toprevent leaks.

    Once it’s done right,your wet room will be easyto use, to clean and toenjoy — a lovely oasis inyour home.

    Visit omb.org for an onlinesearchable directory to finda contractor or remodelerto help you create your wetroom!

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    ROOMS

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    Luxury craftsman homes conveniently located. Themoment you walk through any of our magnificentlyover-sized doors you can sense the quality of crafts-manship and heart we put into every one of ourbuilds. The Village at Mill Pond provides the flexibil-ity of upgrades and customization for every tastefrom beautiful millwork, ample storage, masters onthe main, over-sized walk-in showers, granite orquartz selections, engineered hardwood and more.With parks, pond, access to the Western ChehalisTrail and a large community center. Covered porches,and fully maintained front lawns will create the pre-mier Olympia neighborhood for years to come.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Todd Adams is an expert in real estate and construc-tion with 14 years in the business. His uncompromis-ing efforts ensure the quality of features available inan array of luxury craftsman homes which range insize from 1900 to almost 3900 square feet. He’s livedin Olympia since 1997 and is proud to be part of aone-of-a-kind community.

    THE MILL POND SALES TEAM

    360-972-8623MillPondOly@gmail.comwww.thevillageatmillpond.comContractor # MILLPPL84QF

    2203 PARK VIEWSTREET NE, OLYMPIA

    FEATURES:

    A Master on the main

    A Rambler floorplans

    A Great selection of standard

    finishes and upgrades

    A Beautiful Millwork

    A Maintained Front Lawns

    A Future Community Center

    A Multiple Parks and Green

    Spaces

    A Access Points to the trail for

    active lifestyles

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    From I-5 north, take exit 107.

    Take a right on Pacific Avenue,

    then a left onto Lilly Road.

    Take a right onto Mill Pond,

    then a right onto Park View.

    The home will be on your left.

    From I-5 south, take exit 109.

    Take a right on Martin Way

    then a right onto College

    Street. Take a right on

    Sleater-Kinney, a left onto 26th

    Avenue, then a left on Lilly.

    Turn left onto Mill Pond, then

    right onto Park View. The

    home will be on your left.

    4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 2,640 SQ FT. | $529,900

    The Village at MillPond

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    TIM DICKEY

    360-705-9957 [email protected] Contractor #DICKE**952L4

    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    These wonderful people were upgrading their retirementhome for beauty while ensuring practicality as an acces-sible home. The kitchen was a complete makeover withform and function changes as a priority. The staircase wasa stunning transformation replacing wobbly posts andmissing rails with custom oak rails, posts, treads, andrisers. It also has power for a future chairlift. The masterbath now sports a no-door and no-threshold entry cus-tom tile shower, a walk-in tub, a duo-station vanity, aheated towel bar, and a toilet with washlet. A ductlessmini-split HVAC and NG fireplace wrap out the remodel.Come see this beautiful home in The Farm!

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    A veteran remodeler, Tim and his team assist customerswith whole-house remodels, additions, kitchen and bath-room remodels, water and pest damage repairs, chair liftand elevator installations, and commercial tenant im-provements. We have a team approach; our vendors,subs, and designer all have one goal — to provide ourcustomers a fun, stress-free remodel to be enjoyed foryears to come! “We Care & It Shows!”

    1159 PALOMINO CT.SE, TUMWATER

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    Find your way to the

    intersection of Henderson

    Boulevard SE and Yelm

    Highway in Tumwater. Turn

    into “The Farm” either off Yelm

    Highway or Henderson onto

    Palomino Court SE and go to

    address 1159.

    4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | $213,000 REMODEL

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    It’s easy to see the value of living incaring neighborhoods and beinggood neighbors.

    One recent survey found 75 per-cent of Americans think it’s important towelcome new neighbors, 58 percent sayit’s important for neighbors to socializeand 37 percent are more likely to seekhelp from a neighbor than a friend whenit comes to small projects.

    The chance to meet others is oftencited as a primary reason millennialsprefer living in urban neighborhoods.The survey found 58 percent of millen-nials have had face-to-face interactions

    with their neighbors, while 40 percentwish they were better connected thanthey already are.

    Interested in becoming a better inhabi-tant of your own neighborhood? Considerthese suggestions aimed at promoting akinder, friendlier environment.

    INTRODUCE YOURSELF.

    Take the first step. Instead of avoidingcontact when in your yard or out for awalk, shake hands, say hi and make aneffort to remember people’s names. Even

    6 ways to createcommunity in yourneighborhood

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    ABOUT THE PROJECT:

    Granite Gallery LLC is family owned and operated in Tum-water, WA. We work with each customer to design, fab-ricate and install their special and unique projects. All ofour work, including cutting and fabrication, is done in-house by our professional staff. Granite Gallery guides their residential customersthrough every stage of their projects, from material selec-tion and design, to fabrication and installation of a beau-tiful product.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Backed by 14 years of experience, Granite Gallery strivesto be green in our business and operational practices. Notonly is stone durable and long-lasting, there is ease ofcare and maintenance, and require only a few naturalproducts.Even if stone is discarded, it is 100% recyclable. We relyupon vendors who quarry stone using the best practices.Not only do we recycle our cutting water, but all slurrycreated during the stone cutting and fabrication processis also recycled into concrete.

    GARY GUTTERIDGE

    [email protected]

    711 TUMWATER BLVD.SW #125, TUMWATER

    FEATURES:

    A Porcelain tile and glass

    stone mosaics

    A Huntwood, Grand JK, and

    Canyon Creek Cabinets

    A Quarts and granite

    countertops – natural stone

    A Artisan and ESI sinks

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    Take exit 101 off I-5. If going

    south on I-5, take a left onto

    Tumwater Boulevard. If going

    north on I-5, take a right. Go

    through one traffic light and

    Granite Gallery will be on the

    next right.

    COMMERCIAL REMODEL PROJECT

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    when in-person contact is brief,it can go a long way towardhelping people feel connectedand more like friends thanstrangers.

    TAKE NEW NEIGHBORS

    HOUSEWARMING GIFTS.

    Make newcomers feel wantedand welcome by acknowledgingtheir arrival with a thoughtfulgift. One meaningful and sure-to-be-welcome idea is a beauti-fully fragranced soy candle fromBright Endeavors, a Chicago-area nonprofit that employsyoung mothers. Every purchasehelps empower young women byteaching them job training andgiving them the skills needed togain permanent employmentand provide for their children.

    GIVE NEW FAMILIES

    CONTACT INFO FOR

    NEIGHBORS AND

    NEIGHBORHOOD

    AMENITIES.

    Include phone numbers foremergency services, doctors’offices, dentists, schools, baby-sitters, entertainment options,sources of great takeout food,dry cleaners and any other as-sets you think may be helpful.People will appreciate your in-sider view into local amenities,and they’ll be more likely tocommunicate key information toothers if their contact info isreadily available.

    ORGANIZE A

    NEIGHBORHOOD EVENT.

    It could be as simple as afront-porch open house or as

    strategically planned as a neigh-borhood cleanup, but any gath-ering that brings people togetherto socialize is bound to creategoodwill and a friendlier neigh-borhood vibe.

    STAY AWARE OF WHO NEEDS

    HELP.

    When possible, organize mealdelivery, dog walking, trans-portation or other assistance forneighbors going through toughtimes. Teaming up to helpothers may make your neighborsfeel more connected, and peopleon the receiving end of suchkindness tend to pay it forward.

    LIVE BY THE GOLDEN RULE.

    Treat your neighbors as youwould like to be treated. Cleanup after pets and kids, drivethrough at reasonable speeds,don’t be overly loud, mow atreasonable hours, return any-thing you’ve borrowed and gen-erally stay aware of how you’re

    coming across to others.It feels good to live in a neigh-

    borhood that feels more like acommunity than an anonymouscollection of strangers. Considerhow you can take the initiative

    to create warmth and peacewithin your own neighborhood.

    Find more information, visitBrightEndeavors.org.

    - BPT

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    This home was meant to be. The couple each de-signed their own dream home, and the two werenearly identical! This custom-designed 2,122-square-foot home was built in the best location in the middleof their 45 acres just south of Olympia. This homehas an amazing deck that overlooks the stellar viewsof our Pacific Northwest snow-covered mountainrange. Along with a gorgeous kitchen the livingspace with an expanse wall of windows also takes inthe scenery. This home not only boasts two bed-rooms and an office, but a private room for theirpiano as well.

    ABOUT THE BUILDER:

    Scott Homes, Inc. has been building custom de-signed, Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) homes in thePuget Sound region for over 20 years. Our experi-ence, and attention to detail makes us one of themost sought-after builders when wanting an ex-tremely energy-efficient, healthy indoor air home.

    CHRIS VENTURA

    360-357-9167 [email protected] www.scotthomes.com Contractor # SCOTTHI022R3

    15637 CASE ROAD SW,ROCHESTER

    FEATURES:

    A Home is built of StructuralInsulated Panels

    A Heat Recovery Ventilationunits installed for healthyindoor air 24/7

    A Projected to cost less than$275 a year to heat

    A 2-bedroom/2-bath homewith vaulted ceilings

    A Triple pane windowsthroughout

    A Custom tile workthroughout the home

    A Beautiful stone fireplace

    DRIVING DIRECTIONS:

    I-5 South, take exit 95 towardMaytown/Littlerock, keep left,and take Maytown Road SWramp toward Littlerock, mergeonto Maytown Road, take thefirst left onto Case Road, travelon Case Road for 2.61 miles.15631 Case Road SW is on theright.

    2 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHS | 2,122 SQ. FT.

    Scott Homes, Inc.

    2019 Olympia Master Builders Tour of HomesTM | Take a Tour | Rochester

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  • Join us for the 4th Annual OMB Chefson Tour!

    To kick off the Tour of Homes week-end festivities, Thurston County’s topbuilders and remodelers are teaming upwith some of our area’s finest chefs todeliver an experience like no other. Chefson Tour gives you VIP, early access toselect homes that will be open for theTour of Homes. At each stop, you will getto tour the beautiful home while youenjoy delicious bites featured by a localchef. Add in some music and beverages,

    and you have yourself the most uniqueprogressive dinner you’ll ever experi-ence!

    With your tickets, you’ll receive a de-tailed map of each location and a sug-gested route. This is a self-guided tourwhere you may stay as long as you like ateach home — just make sure you visitthem all before the clock hits 9 p.m.

    Come see why Chefs on Tour is thehottest new event to hit the Olympiaarea!

    Let’s eat, drink, dance and tour!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    4th Annual OMB

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    Date: Thursday, Sept. 19

    Time: 4-9 p.m.

    Tickets: $30

    Visit omb.org for more infoand to purchase tickets.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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    Ticketholders get a chance to casttheir vote for Best Chef, Best Presenta-tion, Best Kitchen & Best Overall Expe-rience.

    Selected ballot winner will receive aone night stay in an oceanside roomplus dinner for two in Emily’s FineDining.

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