R&A Magazine: Feature Articles

Kitchen Expansion (Summer 2010)

by David White,Owner, Kitchen Encounters

New EPA Guidelines (Summer 2010)

by Kristen Keech, Public Relations Coordinator, Aspen Home Improvement, Inc.

Remodeling Projects (Summer 2010)

by Mark A. Bair, PA State Certified Residential, Real Estate Appraiser, Allied Appraisal Group, Inc.

Solar...Basking in the Benefits (Spring 2010)

by John Michel, Vice President, Service/Remodel Haller Enterprises, Inc.

2010 Color & Decorating Trends (Spring 2010)

by Anita C. Yoder, Interior Designer & President, Heritage Design Interiors Inc.

Outdoor Living at its Best! (Spring 2010)

by Sam Jay Stoltzfus, Owner, LanChester Grill & Hearth, LLC

Pathways to Gardens that Move You (Winter 2010)

by by Betty Hanselman, Partner, Hanselman Landscape

Color Your World - The Psychology of Color (Winter 2010)

by Sandra L. Steiner-Houck, Certified Kitchen Designer & Co-Owner, Steiner & Houck, Inc.

Natural Luxury - Timeless Beauty (Winter 2010)

by Christina Deeds, Operations Manager, Ilkem Marble & Granite

Alternative Systems (Fall 2009)

by John Michel, Vice President - Service/Remodel, Haller Enterprises, Inc.

Seasonal Decorating (Fall 2009)

by by Anita C. Yoder, Interior Designer & President, Heritage Design Interiors Inc.

Perfection by Design (Fall 2009)

Featuring Buck Home & Kitchens by Eileen

Home Improvement Tax Credits (Fall 2009)

by Daniel T. Massey, CPA Supervisor, Audit Division Walz, Deihm, Geisenberger, Bucklen & Tennis, PC

The Path to a Successful Project (Summer 2009)

by Tim Zehr, Senior Designer/Estimator, Metzler Home Builders, Inc.

The Kitchen Spice Up! (Summer 2009)

by Chris Labs, Owner, Kitchen Design Specialists

Sunroom Additions - 10 Things to Consider(Summer 2009)

by Belinda Adamson, Chief Executive Officer, Aspen Home Improvement, Inc.

Let’s Think Green (Spring 2009)

by Randy Gibble, Director of Residential Services, B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc.

Energy Efficiency (Spring 2009)

by Rick Martin, President, Wheatland Custom Homes

Is it Time to Dig Deep? (Spring 2009)

by Larry Libonati, Branch Manager, Conestoga Heating Supply

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology - Leading the Way in Preservation (Spring 2009)

by Erica Smith, Freelance Writer

Natural Stone - A Solid Investment in Tough Economic Times (Winter 2009)

by Brad Goldsmith, Vice President, Banta Tile & Marble

2009 - Color Trends (Winter 2009)

by Anita C. Yoder, Interior Designer & President, Heritage Design Interiors Inc.

The Light of Your Life (Winter 2009)

by Heather Guigley, American Lighting Association, Certified Lighting Consultant
Yale Lighting Concepts & Design

Insurance - Is Your Project Properly Insured (Fall 2008)

by Neil Robertson, Operations Manager & General Counsel, Avis Insurance, Lititz

Aging in Place (Fall 2008)

by by Dale Ressler, President, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, Elizabethtown

Cabinetry & Woodwork (Fall 2008)

by Amos Allgyer, Owner, Triple A Custom Wood Design, Akron

Reasons for Renovating (Fall 2008)

by by Laura Schroeder, Marketing Director, Duff Builders, Lancaster

Things you should know about Window Shopping (Summer 2008)

by Belinda Adamson, Chief Executive Officer, Aspen Home Improvement, Inc., Lancaster

Paving the Way - the scoop on standard paving (Summer 2008)

by Jay Miller, Director of Paving, B.R. Kreider & Son, Inc., Manheim

The Art of Cooling (Summer 2008)

by Larry Libonati, Branch Manager, Conestoga Heating Supply, Lancaster

Paint & Decorating 101 (Spring 2008)

by Paul Newcomer, Co-Owner, Grauer’s Paint & Decorating,Lancaster & Lititz

Room to Breathe (Spring 2008)
A SUNROOM to Fit Your Lifestyle
by Susan Kerch, Marketing & Events Coordinator, Four Seasons Sunrooms, Lancaster

Quality Crafted Canvas Awnings (Spring 2008)

by Walt Bushong, Estimator, J.R. McCullough Company, Lancaster

Habitat Re-Store (Spring 2008)
supporting the community through the support of its donors
by by Eleisha Cutts, Freelance Writer

Funding your dreams (Spring 2008)
specialized programs with personal attention
by Marlene Schwoyer, Senior Vice President Sales Manager, Fulton Mortgage Company

A Primer on Ceramic & Stone (Winter 2008)

by Dawn Shultz, Manager, Tileology, Lancaster

Planning a Successful SHOWROOM Visit (Winter 2008)

by Bill McDevitt, Branch Manager, HAJOCA Corporation, Lancaster

Renovations, Additions and the Ductless Mini-Split (Winter 2008)
a match made in HOME COMFORT HEAVEN
by Susan Moyer, Owner, Cocalico Plumbing & Heating, Denver

Meet LOCAL CRAFTSMAN Dave Weatherlow (Winter 2008)

by Judi Rineer, Freelance Writer, Lancaster

Let the GAMES Begin (Winter 2008)
converting an unfinished basement into a family fun room
by Sam Altdoerffer, Assistant Manager, Barstools & Billiards, Lancaster

Remodeling Projects (Fall 2007)
and their impact on value
by Mark A. Bair, PA State Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser, Allied Appraisal Group, Inc.

The Kitchen Remodel (Fall 2007)
the entire process form A to Z
by Chris Labs, Owner, Kitchen Design Specialists

Geothermal (Fall 2007)
the most energy efficient systems available
by John Michel, Vice President, Service/Remodel Haller Enterprises, Inc.

Replacing Windows? (Fall 2007)
knowledge is power!
by Don Martin, Sales/Marketing, Sam S. Smucker & Sons, Inc.

Country Elegance (Summer 2007)
a kitchen design blending functionality with personalities
by Eileen Riddle, Certified Kitchen Designer, Village Kitchen & Bath Design Gallery

Investing in a FUN Future (Summer 2007)
home A/V is one of the most rewarding investments you can make
by Russell G. Frost, Marketing Manager, WeeBee Audio Video

Building Codes (Summer 2007)
why they are in the homeowners best interest
by Donald C. Forry, Director of Code Compliance

Outdoor Family Rooms (Spring 2007)
one of the hottest trends in today’s home improvement market is outdoor living
by Terry Esbenshade, General Manager, Esbenshade’s Landscaping

No Duct Work? No Problem (Spring 2007)
custom solutions for homes without existing duct work
by Vincent Youndt, President, Vertex Mechanical Inc., Stevens

Home Improvement 101 (Spring 2007)

by Coy Thomas, President, Zephyr Thomas Co.

Deck the Walls (Winter 2007)
today's paints, wall coverings, faux and decorative finishes offer homeowners plenty of options
by Peter Barber, President, Two Dudes Painting Company

Elegant & Ancient Concrete (Winter 2007)
finding new applications in the today's home
by Mark Celebuski, General Manager, Pinnacle Cast Concrete

Renovating or Adding On? (Winter 2007)
here's what to expect
by Rick Martin, President, Wheatland Custom Homes