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    • Case Studies
    • Built Green
    |   Apr 4, 2018

    Wallingford Remodel with Chef's Kitchen by Model Remodel

    This modernized 1912 cottage breaks through the trees and foliage that once completely hid it from the street. With its clean lines, tight-knot cedar, and Hardie siding, built-in storage, and exposed timber, the home perfectly balances a contemporary design with a hint of craftsman.
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    • MBAKS News
    • Community Stewardship
    |   Apr 2, 2018

    Membership Minute: Rebuilding Together Seattle on Q13 News

    Volunteers from MBAKS, Green Canopy Homes, and Rebuilding Together Seattle worked together recently to make Janice's home safer to live in.
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    • Built Green
    |   Apr 2, 2018

    Demystifying New Mechanical Systems for Built Green Buildings: HRVs and Heat Pumps

    The Built Green program offers significant advantages for builders who understand it well, including expedited permitting and additional floor area in many jurisdictions. One way to meet Built Green standards that provide client satisfaction as well as builder advantages is the use of cutting-edge mechanical systems. Let's dive into the benefits of these systems.
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    • Remodel
    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Maintain
    • Homeowners
    |   Mar 29, 2018

    Creating Pet-Friendly Spaces for a Harmonious Home

    A well-designed home accommodates the needs of all family members, including pets. Whether your fur family consists of dogs, cats or other creatures, a peaceful coexistence is possible without sacrificing the enjoyment of a beautiful home.
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    • Builders Bulletin
    |   Mar 27, 2018

    April 2018 Builder’s Bulletin

    The Builder's Bulletin aggregates key housing statistics of interest to our industry, such as home price and permit data and supply of housing inventory. See the April 2018 report.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Mar 22, 2018

    5 Questions to Ask Before Starting Your Next Home-Improvement Project

    When remodeling, the world of permits and hiring a professional is a scary one. Melissa Irons of Irons Brothers Construction is here to walk you through the basics.
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    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Video
    • Community Stewardship
    |   Mar 19, 2018

    Membership Minute: Volunteer With Rampathon

    Michell Filleau-Maas, our community stewardship manager, needs your help to make our 25th anniversary of Rampathon successful.
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    • Seattle Times HomeWork
    • Remodel
    • Homeowners
    |   Mar 15, 2018

    How to Bring the Year of the Dog Into Your Home

    While the Chinese New Year doesn’t exactly have to do with actual dogs, we think this year might be the perfect time to consider how your home functions for your canine and what upgrades you could make to your home to help you and your dog live more harmoniously.
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