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Golden, CO (PRWEB) March 23, 2012

TheaterSeatStore.com, the trusted online retailer of luxurious and affordable home theater seating, is proud to unveil a whole new shopping experience for its customers. Starting now, select Jaymar home theater seats now include interesting and informative product videos to showcase their unique features. This allows customers to actually see select home theater seats in action, which in turn gives customers more information to aid their purchasing decisions.

Invodo, a leading producer of e-commerce video content, reports statistics that show product video views during the 2011 holiday season increased over 800 percent compared to the previous year. Additionally, Invodo reports that customers who view product videos gain value in seeing the products in action.

Bruce Tucker, VP of Marketing for Theater Seat Store and producer of their product videos couldnt agree more, We actually see an increase in sales on those products that include product videos. This tells us that our customers value online videos as a viable tool to help them in their purchasing decisions. We are planning to introduce many more product videos for Jaymar and other top brands in our catalog.

Each video features a model who demonstrates the visible features of each home theater seat while talking about the comfort and support features that cannot be seen. Each video is 30 60 seconds in length and includes warranty information as well as upholstery choices. Visitors to TheaterSeatStore.com can see these videos by clicking special camera icons in the category pages, or by clicking the Product Video button on the product page itself. Many of these informative videos can also be seen on Theater Seat Stores Youtube Channel.

Jaymar is well known for building high quality living room furniture that offers exciting contemporary designs as well as superior comfort technology. They use the finest materials and craftsmanship to create furniture that is considered some of the best in the business. Jaymars leather home theater recliners offer great features such as hidden cupholders, power recline and top grain leather upholstery. Theater Seat Store includes product videos with Jaymars most popular home theater products including the Panther, 262 and 59142 models.

About TheaterSeatStore.com TheaterSeatStore.com is owned by InteriorMark, LLC, who is one of the leading e-commerce providers of top brand furnishings that include, AV racks and stands, luxury home theater seating solutions, power massage recliners, upholstered living room sets and quality wood bedroom collections. The company is proud to offer seating solutions and accessories for cutting edge home theaters. InteriorMark is a member of the National Home Furnishing Association and a member of the Better Business Bureau.

Fresno, CA (PRWEB) March 28, 2012

BuildLens, a Central California based startup in the residential construction space, is an exciting new platform for connecting homeowners and residential contractors.

BuildLens makes it easy for homeowners to find ideas for their next home improvement project, establish an appropriate budget, and hire a contractor near them.

BuildLens maintains a searchable gallery of construction projects completed all around the world. Each of these projects has been uploaded by contractors who have chosen to advertise their work via their portfolio. Every project in a contractors portfolio includes images, descriptions, a location of the project, and an associated budget range that is appropriate for a project of that particular scope. Homeowners browse through these completed residential construction projects, get inspired, establish an appropriate budget, and then search for contractors with impressive portfolios near them.

With a simple and elegant user experience, homeowners can now view galleries of construction projects completed all around the world or in their local communities. They can filter their search to specific project categories such as tile flooring, outdoor bbqs, or kitchen cabinetry. In addition, all projects are identifiable by, and can be sorted by, budget ranges, which are assigned by the contractor that completed and uploaded the project to their portfolio. Because the exact scope of every construction project is different, identifying a budget range for each project allows homeowners to set reasonable expectations with regards to what they can get for their money.

An increasingly social site, BuildLens encourages homeowners to rate and share their favorite projects with others via email or their preferred social networks. Homeowners are also able to share their entire list of favorites, which comes in handy during the contractor selection process.

Once a homeowner has built up an extensive collection of favorites, they begin searching for contractors with impressive portfolios in their community. After deciding on a small handful of contractors to reach out to, homeowners can simply email their entire list of favorites to prospective contractors. By sharing this list, homeowners are immediately able to convey their ideas for the project, along with their chosen budget range. This has proven to be an invaluable tool for both homeowners and contractors.

For the first time, were seeing clients who know exactly what they want and what they should expect to pay for it. This helps weed out the tire-kickers, and allows us to focus on what we do best- remodeling, said Jack Whealan, President of SkyTop Builders.

With a strong belief in the power and simplicity of visual, location based advertising; BuildLens strives to maintain the largest searchable gallery of completed residential construction projects- in the world.

To learn more about BuildLens, including upcoming feature releases, visit http://www.buildlens.com.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) March 30, 2012

The District Architecture Center is set to host its sixth session this year in a free brown bag lunch educational series on April 5th, 2012 at 12:00pm. The latest program is entitled Greening Your Home and will offer attendees a detailed look at some common and some lesser-known ways to decrease the environmental impact of your home life.

Led by architect Jon Penndorf, AIA of Perkins+Will, this session from the 25 Architects in 25 Weeks series will take a comprehensive look at energy efficiency in the home. Workshop participants will learn how to choose more environmentally-responsible materials when renovating, receive water saving tips, and leave with some resources to reference at home when making decisions during daily life.

Recycling and switching to high-efficiency light bulbs have a significant impact, but Jon has put together a presentation that helps people go so far beyond that, says Mary Fitch, Executive Director of AIA|DC. Understanding buildings and their connection to the environment helps people make better decisions on a much broader level.

The lunch series 25 Architects in 25 Weeks is typically hosted on the first and third Thursday of every month. Its held at the District Architecture Center, located at 421 7th St. NW, Washington, DC 20004.

About the District Architecture Center

The District Architecture Center is home to the Washington Chapter of the American Institute of Architects and the Washington Architectural Foundation, two organizations that advocate for architecture and the built environment, educate both professional architects and the public, and inspire design excellence through workshops, tours, exhibits, lectures, and special events.

Fort Wayne, IN (PRWEB) March 06, 2012

The latest news indicates that homeowners will be investing more in home improvements than they have in recent years. The mild winter has people thinking about spring home improvement projects already.

For those who cant completely commit to DIY home projects, selecting a contractor for any kind of home improvement work can be daunting. Licenses and insurance must be checked. References have to be called. Quotes need to be obtained. It is a time-consuming task.

A growing Allen County-based business, The Homeowner’s Helper, takes the pain out of selecting contractors, including painters, landscapers, handymen, plumbers, concrete workers, deck and fence builders, patio installers, tree removal professionals and trimmers, electrical experts and more.

The Homeowners Helper has a network of nearly 50 contractors available for most any home project, large or small. Since last April, The Homeowners Helper has served nearly 125 homeowners.

Founder Tony Messuri, a Fort Wayne resident since 1985, started the business last spring, fulfilling his dream of running a service business following his retirement from the accounting profession.

The service is completely free to the homeowner. Contractors pay a small referral fee for any work secured through The Homeowners Helper.

Homeowners have the peace of mind that comes with knowing their choices of contractors are prequalified before being allowed in The Homeowners Helper network. Each contractor goes through a rigorous face-to-face interview and is checked for licenses, certifications and insurance. Customer references are also called and the contractors status with the Better Business Bureau and the Indiana Attorney General is also verified to be in good standing.

Fort Wayne homeowners Theresa and Ed Mild used The Homeowners Helper to find a contractor to add a room onto their house.

This was the most stress-free home project that I can remember having done, said Ed Mild. I think that The Homeowners Helper is genius. It saved us much time and stress as we are new to the area. We did not have to research the unfamiliar building trades to find the help that we needed.

The Homeowners Helper had a booth at the recent Fort Wayne Home and Garden Show, and Messuri will be a featured presenter at the Home Improvement Expo May 11-12, where he will lead seminars on Tips & Tricks in Selecting a Contractor for Your Home Projects.

More information on this free service is available at http://www.thehomeownershelper.com or by calling (260) 676-2032.

About The Homeowners Helper

The Homeowners Helper is a free referral service recently launched to assist homeowners in finding credible and competent contractors to complete various home improvement and maintenance projects in Allen County. For more information, visit http://www.thehomeownershelper.com or call (260) 676-2032.

Phoenix, Arizona (PRWEB) March 28, 2012

With a 4.5-star rating for providing excellent customer service, Holtzman Home Improvement has earned the prestigious CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award in the Home Improvement and Remodeling category.

The Talk of the Town Awards, presented by Talk of the Town News, Customer Care News magazine and Celebration Media U.S. (CMUS), honors companies and professionals that provide excellent customer service as reported by their customers through no-cost, user-review websites, blogs, social networks, business rating services, and other honors and accolades. This data is analyzed by a team of researchers who calculate a companys CMUS Power Rating. Only those that receive a 4-star to 5-star rating receive the CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award.

Phoenix home improvement contractor Holtzman Home Improvement was founded in 2006 by Brandon Holtzman. The family-owned-and-operated company performs everything from small handyman jobs to full-scale remodels, including home additions and custom bath and kitchen remodels. 24-hour emergency service is also available.

As a family-owned-and-operated company we use only our own employees for each and every job; we dont use subcontractors, says Judy Holtzman. We have wonderful employees who provide amazing service to each and every customer while also providing quality workmanship.

Demonstrated by its receipt of the Talk of the Town Award, Holtzman Home Improvement believes in providing excellent customer service. We strive to make all of our customers 100 percent happy, and we stand behind each and every job, says Holtzman. We realize that remodeling of any kind can be overwhelming for anyone, so we are with each customer every step of the way. The owner is available any day of the week, any hour of the day, to answer questions.

Holtzman Home Improvement offers free estimates, including the cost and timeline for each project, and helps customers design their remodel to fit their needs, their lifestyle and, most importantly, their budget. Our experienced contractors will complete the project to your specifications on time and on budget, so you can enjoy your newly remodeled home sooner than you thought possible, says Holtzman.

Holtzman Home Improvement offers affordable pricing, superior customer service and the highest quality work on every home remodeling project or handyman job. We are honored to have won this award and fully believe our record with past customers reflects our attention to detail with each and every customer, says Holtzman.

Whatever you are looking for, you can rely on the craftsmen at Holtzman Home Improvement in Phoenix, Ariz., for all your home improvement contracting needs.

Holtzman Home Improvement is located at 5060 W. Bethany Home Road, Ste. 2 in Phoenix. For more information, call 602-323-6574 or go online to http://www.holtzmanhomeimprovement.com.

About the Award and Sponsors:

This is the fourth year CMUS, Talk of the Town News and Customer Care News have honored companies for achieving high levels of customer satisfaction with the Talk of the Town Awards. Businesses eligible to receive the award include, but are not limited to, beauty salons, spas, restaurants, bakeries, dentists, auto repair facilities, veterinarians, home repair and improvement contractors, florists, hospitals, and physicians.

For more information about the award or its sponsors, please contact CMUS and Talk of the Town News at 877-498-6405 or go online to http://www.talkofthetownnews.com.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) November 11, 2009 -

In todays economy, when so many individuals are losing their homes, Steps for Life, Inc. is giving Georgia residents a chance to win a home. Steps for Life, Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides green housing to those in need or physically or mentally handicapped, will host this free home raffle until February 14, 2009.

For only $ 150, you can purchase a raffle ticket for a 1 in 3,500 chance to win a home in a safe and secure neighborhood. The odds for this free home raffle are significantly better than odds for slot machines (1 in 262,144), the Lottery (1 in 120 million), or Powerball (195 million). The home includes the following amenities:

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

Double Insulated

New roof

New siding

New paint

New kitchen

New interior trim

New hardwood floors and carpet

New sunroom

New wiring and plumbing

New deck

New heating and central air conditioning

This home for raffle is positioned on an oversized lot in a gated community, surrounded by lakes, a golf course, restaurants, and more. It was remodeled to ensure it is both economical and easy to maintain.

How to purchase a ticket:

Visit http://www.stepsforlifeinc.org/raffle.html to enter online.

or

Send check or money order to: 1109 S. Park St. Ste. 504 #355, Carrollton, GA 30117. Must be postmarked by February 6, 2010. All tickets and money will be held in escrow until the drawing date.

The grand drawing for the free home raffle will be held on February 20, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Only Georgia residents are eligible to enter to win a home. Participants can be renters or homeowners, with or without a mortgage. No one under 18 years of age may participate. Additional rules and restrictions apply.

Steps for Life, Inc.

Steps for Life, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides many disadvantaged potential homeowners with an opportunity to get back on their feet and excel through the provision of low-income housing units. The organization aspires to better the community through the environment, economic, and social benefits of green housing.

Media Contact

Allan LeGere

Project Manager

allan@stepsforlifeinc.org

770-702-2816

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Telluride, CO (PRWEB) February 22, 2012

Any skier will confirm that getting to the slopes of Telluride, Colorado, is a well-planned journey. But then, so will all bluegrass music lovers, wild mushroom seekers, wine aficionados, blues and beer devotees, and true film buffs. It’s just a small mountain town, but the road into Telluride is one of the best traveled in the state. Telluride as a destination is very well known for different reasons in different seasons. Whether one goes for the dazzling snow sports in winter, the diverse festivals held all summer, or the eye popping star power of the Telluride Film Festival over Labor Day, now it’s easier to plan and book a stay with the new and amazingly helpful website for lumiere telluride, a luxury boutique hotel in Telluride’s Mountain Village.

For globe-trotting international travelers, Telluride was for a number of years known about but not on the routes. The town sits at the end of a box canyon, so there is only one way in and one way out. Its not on the way to anywhere, which made it quite popular back in the day for bank robbers and bandits like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Even with mining and agriculture, Telluride was never a major metropolis in the Old West. But as time has changed the world, values have changed for those who travel. Those who go seek natural beauty, interesting things to do and of course,good food and memorable lodging. It’s safe to say that a growing number of travel decisions are made after perusing the websites for destinations and for lodging accommodations.

With the help of a recent web redesign, a particular Telluride property has attracted a most welcome and entertaining clientele. Australians are some of the most prolific and exuberant travelers on the planet. Vacationers from Down Under have been places and they are discerning in their tastes. lumi

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) March 09, 2012

Furthering its position as the leading modern luxury residential designer in Los Angeles, Palumbo Design today unveiled details of its $ 25 million home redesign project. (Photo: http://www.palumbodesign.com)

Scheduled for completion in late August, the project will completely redesign the Beverly Hills home and guest house, strengthening Palumbo’s position as Los Angeles premier modern luxury residential designer.

“This project will ensure that we continue to deliver the world-class, luxury home experience clients have come to expect from Palumbo Design,” said Michael Palumbo, Principal of Palumbo Design. “The design of the entire estate represents a progressive departure from other homes in the area, with impeccable attention to detail that combines feelings of established openness, original touches, and smart amenities to exude contemporary extravagance.”

Dedicated to a full California modern experience, Palumbo’s redesign provides a variety of contemporary amenities coupled with amazing state of the edge features resourced from all over the world including; Germany, Italy, Greece and Sweden.

The redesigned experience has been designed for the connoisseur of homes with top-of-the-line technology integrated throughout the sexy pallet of white and dark chocolate Wenge wood, and dramatic automatic motion sensor lighting that turns on upon entry. Every switch, power source, and light fixture was meticulously placed for maximum accessibility.

The lucky new homeowner will be stunned walking onto a glass floor suspended over a very contemporary wood wine cellar, revealing a LED lit wine selection, to get to the main floor powder room door that opens electronically at the touch of a button.

Each element of the rooms complements the others, with pocketed doors and details found in elements like the imported electronic keypads that can also be controlled through an iPhone or iPad.

A commitment to excellence is apparent in all aspects of the home, including the state-of-the art windows from Sch

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) March 13, 2012

The first waves of baby boomers have reached their golden years and are getting creative with long-term care solutions for their aging parents. A large number of American households last year included adult children and their parents a number that is expected to rise as the country ages and baby boomers move into retirement.

Builders and remodelers are seeing an increasing number of requests for in-law suites, granny flats, or accessory dwellings, says Donald J. Clark, a remodeler based in Boothwyn, Pennsylvania and owner of Donald J. Clark Home Improvements. Many grown children with elderly parents are coming to the same conclusion their home is the best place for an elderly parent. Some add an entry-level bedroom. Others have self-sufficient parents who want to remain independent and build an apartment with a kitchen and a bathroom with wheelchair-accessible features.

According to the National Association of Home builders, 62 percent of builders surveyed were working on a home modification related to aging in 2010. Donald and his wife, Trina, are certainly familiar with this growing trend. They have been caring for Trinas 92-year-old mother in their home, which was modified to accommodate her, for over two decades. Although it isnt for everyone, for some families, this is ultimately a lower-cost option than assisted-living, nursing home care, or retirement communities. However, there are a few things to keep in mind when building an addition for an aging parent.

Choose a contractor carefully, Donald cautions. Make certain they have experience in designing and modifying buildings for the elderly and are aware of local municipal codes regarding accessory dwellings, he says. Be especially wary of out-of-town contractors who come knocking on a door unsolicited.

Donald J. Clark Home Improvements has 33 years of experience that has included many in-law suites over the years, including the one pictured here. Completed in 2009, an in-law suite was added to a 21-year-old house adjoining the garage for more privacy and independence. The beauty of our work is that youll never know the room addition is an add-on to the house, Donald says. Im a perfectionist. If the home has 21-year-old siding, I will find siding to match it.

Licensed and insured, his business offers a wide range of services that includes kitchen and bath remodels, new construction, renovations, flooring, roofing, siding, porches, decks, painting, windows, doors, custom carpentry and much more. In addition, Donald J. Clark Home Improvements works with insurance companies specializing in wind, hail, fire and water damage and restoration.

For more information about this trustworthy, locally-owned and operated company, please call (610) 497-3429 or check them out on the Web.

About Donald J. Clark Home Improvements

With 33 years experience, Donald J. Clark Home Improvements has completed countless kitchen, bath, remodels and room additions that add value and function to everyday living spaces. With a passion for excellence, they have replaced windows and doors improving aesthetics and energy efficiency, built decks transforming an outdoor area to a relaxing oasis, and provided restoration services for homes damaged from wind, hail, fire, and water. Owner Donald Clark works with customers from the first visit to give an estimate to the completion of a project, assuring their vision, ideas, budget and timeline expectations are met. Donald J. Clark Home Improvements serves Delaware and New Castle Counties, including Chadds Ford, Marcus Hook, Trainer, Linwood, Boothwyn, Concordville, West Chester, Kennett Square, Wilmington, Ridley, Swarthmore, Media, and Aston.

Crestview, FL (PRWEB) February 23, 2012

Tew Construction, a family owned home builder and real estate developer in Crestview, FL, are using an innovative design strategy in building this years entry in the annual Parade of Homes. Through a series of Facebook polls, Tew Construction is building a social media customized house with everything from the doorknobs to the insulation being picked by visitors to the homebuilders Facebook page. Dubbed The House That Facebook Built the customized home will be finished in time for the 33rd annual Parade of Homes exhibition, the premier home builders exhibition of Okaloosa and Walton counties in Florida.

The idea began after Tew Construction President, Jeri Tew-Toolan, candidly posted a poll on Facebook to decide what material the new homes fireplace would be built with. After an overwhelmingly positive response, Jeri began to offer more questions to the Facebook community concerning the style, material, and colors for the new home. Popular topics of customization have been the color of marble in the bathrooms, material for the shingles, and what to make of the extra room included in the design.

Tew Construction has been very excited at the communitys response to their social media experiment. Jeri often updates the page with new information about home builders, as well as turning to the Facebook community for any new design questions. Tew Construction is striving to make as much of the home customized as possible. Future topics of polling will include aesthetic choices such as wall painting and flooring choices. Concerning her Facebook followers, I want them to be as involved as they can Jeri remarks, I want them to be looking for the next question.

Completion of The House That Facebook Built will be in time for the Florida Panhandles Parade of Homes exhibition. The event is presented by the Building Industry Association of Okaloosa and Walton counties, and will last from June 9th to the 17th. The events 33rd annual incarnation is the spotlight home builders show in the area that encourages the participating companies to show off their best in craftsmanship and innovative design. A completion party at the actual House that Facebook Built will be hosted by Tew Construction during the week of the exhibition. All of the participants involved in the design process will be invited to see the house that they had a hand in creating.

About the Company

Tew Construction has provided the Florida Panhandle area with beautifully crafted homes for sale and integrity in real estate for three generations. Tew Construction specializes in quality craftsmanship and customization with regards to their customers needs. Theyve cultivated relationships with the leading suppliers, contractors, and mortgage lenders of the area, making Tew Construction a powerful ally as a home builder. Tew Construction proudly serves the Crestview, Fl, Niceville, FL, and Fort Walton, FL, areas.

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