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2009 HBAM Senior Officers<br />

Scott Shoemaker, president<br />

Eddie Duran, state representative<br />

Craig Flanagan, vice president<br />

Frank Pucylowski, secretary/treasurer<br />

Joe Robertson, associate vice president<br />

Marty Milstead, executive vice president<br />

HBAM Regional Vice Presidents<br />

Chris Massey, 1st Region<br />

Lance Conn, 2nd Region<br />

David Smith, 3rd Region<br />

Everett “Gene” Buckles, 4th Region<br />

Randy Bosarge, 5th Region<br />

Manag<strong>in</strong>g Editor<br />

Marty Milstead<br />

Assistant Manag<strong>in</strong>g Editor<br />

Lee Norris<br />

Editor<br />

Heidi Ketler, APR<br />

Advertis<strong>in</strong>g Sales Executive<br />

KathleenY. Bowl<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Graphic Designer<br />

Shelly Beck<br />

Advertis<strong>in</strong>g Sales Coord<strong>in</strong>ator<br />

Valerie Myers<br />

Publisher<br />

<strong>Association</strong> Publish<strong>in</strong>g Inc.<br />

Sandra Knight Amidon and<br />

Joyce Frier Hearn, APR (757)420-2434<br />

www.associationpublish<strong>in</strong>g<strong>in</strong>c.com<br />

The <strong>of</strong>ficial magaz<strong>in</strong>e <strong>of</strong> the<br />

<strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

Features<br />

3What rocks Shoemaker’s boat?<br />

Hav<strong>in</strong>g risen from “debris eng<strong>in</strong>eer” to<br />

2009 HBAM president, Scott Shoemaker talks<br />

<strong>of</strong> his goals to build relationships with<strong>in</strong> the<br />

association and strengthen its sense <strong>of</strong><br />

community; one <strong>of</strong> his greatest experiences;<br />

and the loves <strong>of</strong> his life.<br />

6Local leaders meet at<br />

Jackson summit<br />

Top tra<strong>in</strong>ers with the National <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong> led the first annual Leadership<br />

Connection <strong>in</strong> Jackson to empower local<br />

<strong>in</strong>dustry leaders to build a better <strong>Mississippi</strong>.<br />

Contents<br />

Vol. 25, No. 1<br />

January/February 2009<br />

4Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> is a<br />

colonial classic<br />

2008 Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> Grand Award builder<br />

David A.Turner uses classic build<strong>in</strong>g techniques –<br />

quality craftsmanship, homes built to smaller<br />

proportions and rich materials – to build<br />

livable, memorable homes.<br />

Editorial <strong>in</strong>quiries can be directed to:<br />

Heidi Ketler, 6683 Mt. Chestnut Road, Roanoke,<br />

VA 24018, (540) 774-0607; or send e-mail to<br />

hketler@verizon.net; or <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong>, 811 East River Place, Suite 101,<br />

Jackson, MS 39202, (601) 969-3446 or (800) 898-4226;<br />

or send e-mail to lnorris@hbam.com.<br />

Advertis<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>quiries can be directed to:<br />

Kathleen Y. Bowl<strong>in</strong>g, 3704 Big Ben Road, Virg<strong>in</strong>ia<br />

Beach, VA 23452, (877) 498-3750; or send e-mail<br />

to kybmsbuilder@gmail.com; or <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong><br />

<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong>, (601) 969-3446 or<br />

(800) 898-4226, fax: (601) 969-1285.<br />

Dedicated to the advancement <strong>of</strong> the home build<strong>in</strong>g<br />

<strong>in</strong>dustry, <strong>Mississippi</strong> Builder (ISSN 1552-8715) is<br />

published bimonthly for the members <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Home</strong><br />

<strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong>. No material may<br />

be reproduced for further publication without the<br />

express permission <strong>of</strong> the publisher. Acceptance<br />

<strong>of</strong> advertis<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> Builder does not imply<br />

endorsement or approval <strong>of</strong> the product or service<br />

by HBAM. Op<strong>in</strong>ions expressed <strong>in</strong> articles are those<br />

<strong>of</strong> the authors and people quoted and not necessarily<br />

those <strong>of</strong> HBAM. Mention <strong>of</strong> specific products<br />

or services <strong>in</strong> editorial content does not imply<br />

endorsement by <strong>Mississippi</strong> Builder or HBAM.<br />

Affiliated with the<br />

National <strong>Association</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong><br />

Departments<br />

On the cover<br />

11<br />

Roundup: Eng<strong>in</strong>eered wood<br />

Longer, stronger panels build tighter<br />

build<strong>in</strong>g envelopes with fewer jo<strong>in</strong>ts. Walls<br />

are straighter. Products are mold and mildew<br />

resistant. Such enhancements save beaucoups<br />

bucks for builders and please clients.<br />

President’s Pen .................................................2<br />

<strong>Builders</strong> Mean Bus<strong>in</strong>ess...................................8<br />

Calendar .........................................................9<br />

The kitchen <strong>in</strong>side the Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> Grand Award w<strong>in</strong>ner opens <strong>in</strong>to a<br />

comfortably elegant d<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g room.<br />

MISSISSIPPI BUILDER JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 1


2009<br />

HBAM SENIOR LEADERSHIP<br />

Scott Shoemaker,<br />

president<br />

local association:<br />

HBA <strong>of</strong> Jackson<br />

Craig Flanagan,<br />

vice president<br />

local association:<br />

Greater Hattiesburg HBA<br />

Frank Pucylowski,<br />

secretary/treasurer<br />

local association:<br />

HBA <strong>of</strong> Jackson<br />

Joe Robertson,<br />

associate vice president<br />

local association:<br />

HBA <strong>of</strong> Jackson<br />

Marty Milstead,<br />

executive vice president<br />

REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS<br />

Chris Massey, 1st Region<br />

local association:<br />

North <strong>Mississippi</strong> HBA<br />

Lance Conn, 2nd Region<br />

local association:<br />

Golden Triangle HBA<br />

David Smith, 3rd Region<br />

local association:<br />

HBA <strong>of</strong> Jackson<br />

Everett “Gene” Buckles, 4th Region<br />

local association:<br />

Southwest <strong>Mississippi</strong> HBA<br />

Randy Bosarge, 5th Region<br />

local association:<br />

Southeast <strong>Mississippi</strong> HBA<br />

President’s Pen<br />

Excit<strong>in</strong>g times ahead<br />

BY SCOTT SHOEMAKER, 2009 HBAM PRESIDENT<br />

Extravaganza organizers are hard at work<br />

mak<strong>in</strong>g sure that this year, amid tough circumstances,<br />

the showcase is the best yet for all<br />

participat<strong>in</strong>g vendors, sponsors and guests.<br />

And away we go! Yes,<br />

2009 is <strong>of</strong>f and runn<strong>in</strong>g<br />

and th<strong>in</strong>gs are busy for our<br />

association, as well.<br />

Leadership<br />

Connection<br />

The Leadership Connection<br />

<strong>in</strong> January really helped to<br />

get the ball roll<strong>in</strong>g for our<br />

local leaders and gave the<br />

<strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Mississippi</strong> leadership a great opportunity<br />

to better know the concerns and issues<br />

fac<strong>in</strong>g those on the front l<strong>in</strong>es <strong>in</strong> our state.<br />

The great turnout and positive feedback<br />

are <strong>in</strong>dications that this event will be a<br />

good addition to our annual calendar.<br />

<strong>Home</strong> & Products<br />

Extravaganza<br />

And speak<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> our calendar, it’s hard<br />

to believe that the 34th Annual <strong>Home</strong> &<br />

Products Extravaganza is just around the<br />

corner, March 6-8 at the <strong>Mississippi</strong> Trade<br />

Mart <strong>in</strong> Jackson. HBAM and <strong>Home</strong><br />

<strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> Jackson organizers<br />

are hard at work mak<strong>in</strong>g sure that this year,<br />

amid tough circumstances, Extrav is the<br />

best yet for all participat<strong>in</strong>g vendors,<br />

sponsors and guests. What a great chance<br />

to showcase these bus<strong>in</strong>esses and our<br />

association! Details are on page 7.<br />

National Membership Day<br />

Of course, National Membership Day is<br />

May 19 and our new Membership Partnership<br />

with local associations is promis<strong>in</strong>g to<br />

be a great asset <strong>in</strong> recruitment. Remember<br />

to contact the state <strong>of</strong>fice to take advantage<br />

<strong>of</strong> this new HBAM benefit.<br />

Annual State Convention<br />

Sandest<strong>in</strong>, here we come! Anticipation is<br />

mount<strong>in</strong>g for the move back to Florida’s<br />

SHOEMAKER<br />

Hilton Sandest<strong>in</strong> Beach &<br />

Golf Resort for HBAM’s<br />

annual state convention.<br />

The temperature may be<br />

low outside now, but plans<br />

are well under way for<br />

our sunny getaway June 4-7.<br />

We hope you will jo<strong>in</strong> us<br />

and make this your family<br />

vacation at this fantastic<br />

resort. For more <strong>in</strong>formation,<br />

please visit the resort website<br />

www.sandest<strong>in</strong>beachhilton.com or contact<br />

the HBAM <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />

Legislative Reviews<br />

Th<strong>in</strong>gs are certa<strong>in</strong>ly hopp<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> the<br />

<strong>Mississippi</strong> legislature and I hope you’re<br />

be<strong>in</strong>g kept up-to-date through our weekly<br />

Legislative Reviews. They’re a great<br />

resource to immediately know the bills<br />

<strong>of</strong> concern for our <strong>in</strong>dustry and members,<br />

as well as be<strong>in</strong>g alerted to how you can<br />

help by contact<strong>in</strong>g your own legislators.<br />

Get <strong>in</strong> the fight – your help is more<br />

valuable than you know!<br />

Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

And lastly, the 2008 Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

Build<strong>in</strong>g & Remodel<strong>in</strong>g Awards may have<br />

been <strong>in</strong> November, but the accolades for<br />

our w<strong>in</strong>ners rightfully cont<strong>in</strong>ue. Take a<br />

look at “<strong>Found</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong>” on page 4<br />

and get a closer look at our Grand Award<br />

w<strong>in</strong>ner, Hunter Residence <strong>in</strong> Madison<br />

County, and some great <strong>in</strong>sight by multiple<br />

w<strong>in</strong>ner, builder David A. Turner. Be sure<br />

to keep your eyes out for <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

Magaz<strong>in</strong>e’s <strong>Home</strong> & Garden special issue,<br />

also featur<strong>in</strong>g the w<strong>in</strong>ners <strong>of</strong> our Best<br />

<strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong>.<br />

It’s a busy and excit<strong>in</strong>g time to be<br />

“Build<strong>in</strong>g a Better <strong>Mississippi</strong>!”<br />

2 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 MISSISSIPPI BUILDER


Meet the man at the HBAM helm<br />

Scott Shoemaker<br />

What are your top priorities for the new<br />

leadership team <strong>in</strong> 2009?<br />

I want to raise the lid on our success.<br />

You know, the real test <strong>of</strong> leadership is not<br />

where we started but where we end up. In<br />

leadership, we are challenged to look <strong>in</strong>to<br />

the future and see the association not as it<br />

is, but what it can become. This past year<br />

we have had marvelous success. We simply<br />

want to cont<strong>in</strong>ue <strong>of</strong>fer<strong>in</strong>g someth<strong>in</strong>g unique<br />

and cont<strong>in</strong>ue to make a difference.<br />

What are the first th<strong>in</strong>gs you’re work<strong>in</strong>g<br />

to roll out now?<br />

We are go<strong>in</strong>g to experience statewide<br />

membership on a personal level. We wish<br />

to expand the fellowship <strong>of</strong> membership<br />

by simply com<strong>in</strong>g to our locals. By year<br />

end, the entire executive committee will<br />

have traveled to each and every local<br />

association. It rem<strong>in</strong>ds me <strong>of</strong> a story…<br />

Before a battle, Gen. Robert E. Lee would<br />

meet at the campfire with his troops. The<br />

executive <strong>of</strong>ficers desire that same type<br />

<strong>of</strong> relationship with our members.<br />

How can membership best support our<br />

new leadership?<br />

By be<strong>in</strong>g will<strong>in</strong>g to get <strong>in</strong>to the trenches<br />

with us. Do bus<strong>in</strong>ess with a member.<br />

Cont<strong>in</strong>ue your recruit<strong>in</strong>g efforts. Support<br />

the Build-PAC program. Our members<br />

already give f<strong>in</strong>ancially to our cause through<br />

dues, now we desire and<br />

urge you to contribute your<br />

time and wonderful talents.<br />

With our size… look at the<br />

talents we have collectively<br />

as a group that we can <strong>of</strong>fer<br />

for the good <strong>of</strong> the association.<br />

When this takes place,<br />

we depart from be<strong>in</strong>g<br />

just good… and lay the<br />

foundation <strong>of</strong> be<strong>in</strong>g great.<br />

When this year is over,<br />

what one accomplishment<br />

or goal would you most<br />

want to have achieved?<br />

That marvelous momentum was generated<br />

because once you have momentum, it’s<br />

hard to stop it. And to also have a sense<br />

<strong>of</strong> community with<strong>in</strong> our association. I<br />

believe these key elements will lead us all<br />

to great success with<strong>in</strong> our association,<br />

as well as pr<strong>of</strong>essionally and personally.<br />

What do you feel is the most effective or<br />

reward<strong>in</strong>g benefit as an HBAM member?<br />

Relationships with fellow builders and<br />

associates. Through relationships, I have<br />

become a better builder by ga<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g<br />

knowledge from other builder’s expertise<br />

or experience. I have benefited f<strong>in</strong>ancially<br />

by do<strong>in</strong>g bus<strong>in</strong>ess with members and it<br />

justifies our membership’s annual dues<br />

constantly. And f<strong>in</strong>ally, I can rest assured<br />

that I have representation concern<strong>in</strong>g<br />

governmental issues. We have a political<br />

team protect<strong>in</strong>g our best <strong>in</strong>terest throughout<br />

all levels <strong>of</strong> government.<br />

This is a unique and challeng<strong>in</strong>g time for<br />

our <strong>in</strong>dustry, what are your thoughts?<br />

We grew because the <strong>in</strong>dustry grew. We<br />

were on the nose <strong>of</strong> the rocket when it took<br />

<strong>of</strong>f. Now that rocket isn’t climb<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>to the<br />

heavens anymore. Th<strong>in</strong>gs have changed.<br />

However, I believe better times are<br />

upon us. I believe <strong>in</strong> the members <strong>of</strong> our<br />

association. I believe <strong>in</strong> the bus<strong>in</strong>ess and<br />

governmental community. I believe <strong>in</strong> the<br />

United States consumer. And f<strong>in</strong>ally, I have<br />

faith and trust that America will prevail.<br />

What’s been your greatest experience<br />

as a home builder?<br />

There is noth<strong>in</strong>g more gratify<strong>in</strong>g than<br />

receiv<strong>in</strong>g an achievement award from your<br />

peers. In 2007, I received the <strong>Home</strong><br />

<strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> Builder<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Year award. However, how could I<br />

not mention build<strong>in</strong>g a home <strong>in</strong> 106 hours<br />

on ABC-TV with your closest friends and<br />

bus<strong>in</strong>ess partners?<br />

Would you share the story <strong>of</strong> how you<br />

came to be a home builder?<br />

It’s a family bus<strong>in</strong>ess. I first started when<br />

I was very young, clean<strong>in</strong>g up construction<br />

debris. However, my dad did have a title for<br />

me: debris eng<strong>in</strong>eer! S<strong>in</strong>ce that time, I grew<br />

to love this <strong>in</strong>dustry and the opportunity<br />

we all have to provide and do every day.<br />

Who has been your greatest <strong>in</strong>fluence,<br />

personal or pr<strong>of</strong>essional?<br />

What greater role model can you have<br />

than your father? He taught me this<br />

bus<strong>in</strong>ess from the ground up and I will be<br />

forever grateful. My greatest <strong>in</strong>fluence,<br />

however, is my darl<strong>in</strong>g wife, Leigh. She<br />

cont<strong>in</strong>ues to <strong>in</strong>spire me daily.<br />

Tell us about your family<br />

Wife, Leigh Chapman Shoemaker, also<br />

<strong>of</strong> Jackson. We started dat<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> high<br />

school and through college and have been<br />

married 10 years, and never had a fight<br />

(hah). We have three children Mackenzie,<br />

6; Mason, 4; and Belle, 2.<br />

And if spare time even exists for you,<br />

how do you fill it?<br />

Duck hunt<strong>in</strong>g and golf.<br />

MISSISSIPPI BUILDER JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 3


<strong>Found</strong> <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong><br />

Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> is a colonial masterpiece<br />

Bang<strong>in</strong>g garbage can lids does not great<br />

music make. It also can be said, size and<br />

over-the-top extravagance does not make<br />

a great house.<br />

“Like beautiful art and music, there are<br />

certa<strong>in</strong> properties humans identify with.<br />

Beautiful architecture has to be well crafted<br />

with rich materials and timeless patterns,”<br />

says builder David A. Turner, owner <strong>of</strong><br />

Susta<strong>in</strong>able Construction Inc.<br />

That expla<strong>in</strong>s why the judges <strong>in</strong> the 2008<br />

Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> Build<strong>in</strong>g & Remodel<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Awards were so taken with Turner’s three<br />

entries, two s<strong>in</strong>gle-family homes <strong>in</strong> the Town<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong> and a major renovation project<br />

<strong>in</strong> the Belhaven community <strong>of</strong> Jackson.<br />

Each was a w<strong>in</strong>ner: Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

Grand Award; Best S<strong>in</strong>gle-Family New<br />

BY HEIDI KETLER<br />

Construction Custom <strong>Home</strong> 1,800-2,500<br />

Square Feet; and Best S<strong>in</strong>gle-Family<br />

Remodel<strong>in</strong>g Entire <strong>Home</strong>.<br />

The real head turner was the 3,000-<br />

square-foot home, designed by Barranco<br />

Architecture P.L.L.C. us<strong>in</strong>g tenets <strong>of</strong> classic<br />

colonial architecture. In the Town <strong>of</strong> <strong>Lost</strong><br />

<strong>Rabbit</strong> <strong>in</strong> Madison County, it stands a proud<br />

testament to authentic details, quality<br />

materials and true artisanship.<br />

“I love the subtle choice <strong>of</strong> material use,”<br />

says Turner. “The old Chicago brick<br />

foundation, the slate ro<strong>of</strong>, the copper ro<strong>of</strong><br />

and gutters, the mahogany wood shutters<br />

and gas lanterns. The subtle mix <strong>of</strong> materials<br />

re<strong>in</strong>forces the architectural l<strong>in</strong>eage and<br />

comb<strong>in</strong>es with the historical style to create<br />

an elegant home.”<br />

What dist<strong>in</strong>guishes a good builder from<br />

a great builder is the ability to pull together<br />

the classical architectural details, accord<strong>in</strong>g<br />

to Turner. He po<strong>in</strong>ts to the ro<strong>of</strong>, “accented<br />

with elegantly designed, properly proportioned<br />

cornice details. Precise w<strong>in</strong>dow<br />

siz<strong>in</strong>g and arrangement. The way the shutter<br />

panels <strong>in</strong>tegrate at the top <strong>of</strong> the porches.<br />

Sid<strong>in</strong>g details, like the w<strong>in</strong>dow casement.<br />

Over-sized corner boards.”<br />

Reflections <strong>of</strong> traditional design elements<br />

are at every turn. Inside, classical w<strong>in</strong>dow<br />

trim, mold<strong>in</strong>gs and a masonry fireplace are<br />

examples. Outside, they <strong>in</strong>clude large overstated<br />

n<strong>in</strong>e-over-n<strong>in</strong>e w<strong>in</strong>dows, custom<br />

mahogany shutters, brick porch floors and<br />

an English copper lantern.<br />

For all <strong>of</strong> its richness, the sum-total is<br />

graceful and understated, says Turner. “No<br />

one th<strong>in</strong>g screams at you. I’ve found that<br />

very <strong>in</strong>trigu<strong>in</strong>g about the house. It speaks<br />

well <strong>of</strong> the owners. They didn’t try to be<br />

ostentatious. It’s well designed and well<br />

proportioned. It turned out to be an<br />

elegant, yet very comfortable home.”<br />

The kitchen is a good example. All<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances – from<br />

the refrigerator to the w<strong>in</strong>e cooler and<br />

dishwasher – are so well <strong>in</strong>tegrated, they<br />

can hardly be dist<strong>in</strong>guished from the<br />

custom cab<strong>in</strong>etry.<br />

Right at home<br />

The Grand Award w<strong>in</strong>ner’s architectural<br />

pedigree complements the vision for the<br />

Town <strong>of</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong>, a traditional neighborhood<br />

development (TND).<br />

TND is the product <strong>of</strong> “New Urbanism,”<br />

the revival <strong>of</strong> “the lost art <strong>of</strong> placemak<strong>in</strong>g,”<br />

and promotes the creation and<br />

restoration <strong>of</strong> compact, walkable, mixed-use<br />

cities, towns and neighborhoods. Charleston,<br />

New Orleans, Battery Park and Nantucket<br />

are among the classic communities that<br />

serve as models for new urbanism.<br />

The Town <strong>of</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong> is located on<br />

260 wooded acres between Natchez Trace<br />

Parkway and the 33,000-acre Ross Barnett<br />

Reservoir. TND pioneer Duany Plater-<br />

Zyberk & Co. designed the community<br />

with a unique blend <strong>of</strong> homes, town<br />

homes, condom<strong>in</strong>iums, <strong>of</strong>fices, shops and<br />

amenities for residents and visitors. It<br />

comes with generous sidewalks, abundant<br />

open public spaces and an “old-fashioned”<br />

town center with a 120-slip mar<strong>in</strong>a.<br />

Because architectural details <strong>of</strong> the<br />

dwell<strong>in</strong>gs <strong>in</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong> are crucial, only<br />

a select group <strong>of</strong> builders and architects<br />

See BEST IN MISSISSIPPI on page 9<br />

4 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 MISSISSIPPI BUILDER


MISSISSIPPI BUILDER JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 5


HBAM 2009<br />

Leadership Connection<br />

Local association leadership and staff convene <strong>in</strong> Jackson<br />

NAHB <strong>in</strong>structor Jared Mathis<br />

leads Day 2 events.<br />

NAHB leadership tra<strong>in</strong>er Donna<br />

Oliver facilitates Day 1 <strong>of</strong><br />

The Leadership Connection.<br />

With a goal <strong>of</strong> better connect<strong>in</strong>g with<br />

association presidents, executive <strong>of</strong>ficers<br />

and other leaders on the local level, the<br />

<strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

hosted The Leadership Connection, a twoday<br />

sem<strong>in</strong>ar to kick <strong>of</strong>f a new year. More<br />

than 40 participants traveled to Jackson for<br />

the event.<br />

Aimed at support<strong>in</strong>g participants <strong>in</strong> how<br />

to better lead the <strong>Mississippi</strong> hous<strong>in</strong>g<br />

<strong>in</strong>dustry at the local level, the first-time<br />

summit was facilitated by two <strong>of</strong> the top<br />

leadership tra<strong>in</strong>ers at the National <strong>Association</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong>, Donna Oliver and<br />

Attend<strong>in</strong>g The Leadership Connection<br />

are 40 local association presidents,<br />

executive <strong>of</strong>ficers and other leaders.<br />

Jared K. Mathis, CAE. All local association<br />

<strong>of</strong>ficers were <strong>in</strong>vited to participate, but<br />

organizers saw the session as particularly<br />

essential to every local president and<br />

executive <strong>of</strong>ficer.<br />

Day 1 kicked <strong>of</strong>f with a visit to the State<br />

Capitol for the second day <strong>of</strong> the 2009<br />

Legislative Session. This first-hand glance<br />

at the legislative process <strong>in</strong>cluded visits<br />

from Lt. Gov. Phil Bryant and Rep. Noel<br />

Ak<strong>in</strong>s, as well as observ<strong>in</strong>g the House and<br />

Senate from each gallery. Next, the group<br />

headed to the <strong>of</strong>fices <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong><br />

<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> Jackson for “The Leadership<br />

Participants discuss ways<br />

to better lead the <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

home build<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>dustry.<br />

Partnership” and “HBAM Orientation”<br />

sessions, followed by network<strong>in</strong>g and<br />

fellowshipp<strong>in</strong>g at The Alumni House<br />

for d<strong>in</strong>ner.<br />

“Runn<strong>in</strong>g Effective Meet<strong>in</strong>gs” and<br />

“Build<strong>in</strong>g a Remarkable <strong>Association</strong>” were<br />

presented at HBAJ on Day 2, before<br />

the group concluded at noon.<br />

HBAM organizers were pleased with the<br />

high attendance and participation from<br />

local associations and look forward to<br />

mak<strong>in</strong>g the HBAM Leadership Connection<br />

an annual event.<br />

6 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 MISSISSIPPI BUILDER


ANTICIPATION is already ris<strong>in</strong>g for<br />

the 34th annual <strong>Home</strong> & Products<br />

Extravaganza March 6-8 at the <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

Trade Mart <strong>in</strong> Jackson. After the tremendous<br />

response and participation <strong>in</strong> 2008,<br />

organizers are confident this upcom<strong>in</strong>g<br />

home show will be the best yet.<br />

Sponsored by the <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong> <strong>Association</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong>, the event is the state’s<br />

oldest and largest cont<strong>in</strong>uous home show.<br />

The weekend display, which opens to the<br />

public Saturday, March 7, will feature a<br />

great variety <strong>of</strong> booths, <strong>of</strong>fer<strong>in</strong>g guests<br />

much to peruse, whether they’re build<strong>in</strong>g<br />

a new home, remodel<strong>in</strong>g a home or just<br />

brows<strong>in</strong>g the very latest available. Of<br />

course, <strong>Mississippi</strong> builders eager to view<br />

the most <strong>in</strong>novative products and cutt<strong>in</strong>gedge<br />

services will not be disappo<strong>in</strong>ted.<br />

Popular Preview Party<br />

The Preview Party Friday, March 6,<br />

from 6-9 p.m. is the annual kick<strong>of</strong>f to<br />

Extravaganza, with delectable food and<br />

great music. The private event for HBAM<br />

members, exhibitors and special guests<br />

<strong>of</strong>fers a more <strong>in</strong>timate opportunity to<br />

socialize and get a sneak peek at the greatly<br />

anticipated show.<br />

Tickets for the VIP preview event may be<br />

obta<strong>in</strong>ed by call<strong>in</strong>g HBAM at (601) 969-3446<br />

or (800) 898-4226.<br />

Essential show guide<br />

The essential Extravaganza Product<br />

Guide will direct visitors through the maze<br />

<strong>of</strong> booths. A comprehensive list <strong>of</strong> all<br />

exhibitors by product and service category,<br />

as well as a handy map, are <strong>in</strong>cluded <strong>in</strong><br />

the guide.<br />

Sponsorship and advertis<strong>in</strong>g opportunities<br />

are still available for the <strong>of</strong>ficial guide and<br />

home show.<br />

Exhibitor success<br />

Attract<strong>in</strong>g more than 6,000 attendees<br />

and a record 190 exhibitors <strong>in</strong> 2008,<br />

the Extravaganza is a huge promotional<br />

opportunity for participants. Any bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />

with a product or service related to home<br />

build<strong>in</strong>g, remodel<strong>in</strong>g, home improvement<br />

or <strong>in</strong>terior design can’t afford to miss it.<br />

“We met a lot <strong>of</strong> customers and<br />

gave out 500 bus<strong>in</strong>ess cards. Lots<br />

<strong>of</strong> folks drove straight to our<br />

shop from Extravaganza!”<br />

– Jim Kopernak, Owner, Old House Depot Architectural Salvage<br />

A first-time exhibitor <strong>in</strong> 2008, Wes Teten<br />

<strong>of</strong> Bath Fitter <strong>in</strong> Jackson remarked, “The<br />

<strong>Home</strong> & Products Extravaganza is the<br />

s<strong>in</strong>gle best advertis<strong>in</strong>g for one weekend<br />

that money can buy.”<br />

Old House Depot Architectural Salvage<br />

<strong>in</strong> Jackson was another first-time exhibitor<br />

<strong>in</strong> 2008. Already look<strong>in</strong>g forward to 2009,<br />

owner Jim Kopernak said the show was a<br />

perfect match for his bus<strong>in</strong>ess.<br />

“We met a lot <strong>of</strong> customers and gave out<br />

500 bus<strong>in</strong>ess cards. Lots <strong>of</strong> folks drove<br />

straight to our shop from Extravaganza!”<br />

Opportunities galore<br />

Ready to be a part <strong>of</strong> the action? Contact<br />

HBAM Sales and Market<strong>in</strong>g Director<br />

Kristy Johnson at (601) 969-1285 or<br />

(800) 898-4226 for more <strong>in</strong>formation<br />

about be<strong>in</strong>g an exhibitor, advertiser or<br />

sponsor. To view the 34th annual Extravaganza<br />

brochure, visit www.hbam.com.<br />

Whether you are look<strong>in</strong>g to showcase<br />

your products and services, advertise with<br />

this successful event or just plan to comb<br />

the aisles <strong>of</strong> wonderful booths, mark<br />

your calendars now for the Trade Mart<br />

<strong>in</strong> Jackson March 6-8!<br />

MISSISSIPPI BUILDER JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 7


<strong>Builders</strong><br />

Mean Bus<strong>in</strong>ess<br />

Thank you,<br />

BUILD-PAC contributors!<br />

$1,000<br />

Woody Bailey<br />

Randy Berg<br />

Steve Berryman<br />

Randy Bosarge<br />

Gary Brashers<br />

Andy Broadhead<br />

Gene Buckles<br />

John Burns<br />

James Carney<br />

Clarence Chapman<br />

Gary Coleman<br />

Lance Conn<br />

Eddie Duran<br />

Clay Easterl<strong>in</strong>g<br />

George Edwards<br />

Kenneth Estes<br />

Craig Flanagan<br />

Ti Garner<br />

Charlie Green<br />

Don Halle<br />

Carl B. Hamilton<br />

Tommy Hark<strong>in</strong>s<br />

Charles Johnson<br />

H.D. Lang<br />

Marc Mart<strong>in</strong><br />

Chris Massey<br />

Donnie Massey<br />

Bill McBryde<br />

Marty Milstead<br />

Uriel P<strong>in</strong>eda<br />

Monroe Po<strong>in</strong>ter<br />

Charles Porter<br />

Frank Pucylowski<br />

Bobby Rayburn<br />

Steve Reeves<br />

Terry Reeves<br />

Billy Roberts<br />

Joe Robertson<br />

John Ruble<br />

Charlie Sanders<br />

Scott Shoemaker<br />

David Smith<br />

Steven Smith<br />

Danny Sprouse<br />

Burton Swoope<br />

John Travis<br />

Tom Underwood<br />

George Walker<br />

Ricky Wilk<strong>in</strong>son<br />

Local<br />

<strong>Association</strong>s<br />

HBA <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Mississippi</strong> Coast,<br />

$1,500<br />

Meridian HBA,<br />

$1,000<br />

HBA <strong>of</strong> Jackson,<br />

$1,000<br />

Mid-<strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

HBA, $1000<br />

$500<br />

Vonnie Ladner<br />

Henry Watts<br />

$365<br />

Tim Weaver<br />

$250<br />

John Barnes<br />

Elliott Davis<br />

Charlie Gant<br />

Gary Jenk<strong>in</strong>s<br />

Greg Smith<br />

For more <strong>in</strong>formation on <strong>Builders</strong> Mean<br />

Bus<strong>in</strong>ess, contact the <strong>Home</strong> <strong>Builders</strong><br />

<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> at (601)969-3446<br />

or (800)898-HBAM, or visit the<br />

HBAM website at www.hbam.com.<br />

8 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 MISSISSIPPI BUILDER


Calendar <strong>of</strong> Events<br />

2009<br />

FEBRUARY<br />

2 Deadl<strong>in</strong>e: Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame<br />

11 HBAM Executive Committee<br />

Meet<strong>in</strong>g, HBAM State BUILD-PAC<br />

Reception honor<strong>in</strong>g Legislators<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Year, Jackson, Miss.<br />

12 HBAM W<strong>in</strong>ter Board Meet<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

Jackson, Miss.<br />

MARCH<br />

6–8 34th Annual <strong>Home</strong> &<br />

Products Extravaganza<br />

22–25 NAHB Legislative<br />

Conference, Wash<strong>in</strong>gton, D.C.<br />

MAY<br />

19 National Membership Day<br />

26–31 NAHB Spr<strong>in</strong>g Board <strong>of</strong><br />

Directors Meet<strong>in</strong>g, Wash<strong>in</strong>gton, D.C.<br />

JUNE<br />

4–7 HBAM State Convention,<br />

Hilton Sandest<strong>in</strong> Beach Resort,<br />

Dest<strong>in</strong>, Fla.<br />

AUGUST<br />

31 Deadl<strong>in</strong>e: Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

SEPTEMBER<br />

28 Deadl<strong>in</strong>e: Associate & Builder<br />

Member <strong>of</strong> the Year<br />

30–Oct. 4 NAHB Fall Board<br />

<strong>of</strong> Directors Meet<strong>in</strong>g, Chicago, Ill.<br />

NOVEMBER<br />

18 HBAM Executive Committee<br />

Meet<strong>in</strong>g, HBAM State Office,<br />

Jackson, Miss.<br />

19 HBAM Fall Board Meet<strong>in</strong>g,<br />

Jackson, Miss.<br />

Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

(cont<strong>in</strong>ued from page 4)<br />

are <strong>in</strong>volved <strong>in</strong> the community’s creation.<br />

“All are dedicated to turn<strong>in</strong>g build<strong>in</strong>gs<br />

<strong>in</strong>to homes and turn<strong>in</strong>g homeowners <strong>in</strong>to<br />

neighbors,” accord<strong>in</strong>g to the <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong><br />

Web site.<br />

Quality counts<br />

“That the (Grand Award w<strong>in</strong>ner) was by<br />

no means the largest house speaks to the<br />

way people today buy hous<strong>in</strong>g and occupy<br />

homes,” says Turner. “The days <strong>of</strong> the<br />

McMansion are clos<strong>in</strong>g. The classicproportion<br />

house <strong>in</strong> a walk<strong>in</strong>g community<br />

starts to speak to that.”<br />

He po<strong>in</strong>ts to a trend toward city liv<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

“The $4-per-gallon gas was a shot over<br />

the bow,” says Turner. “We are more<br />

conscientious, especially the younger<br />

generation, which is more resourceful<br />

<strong>in</strong> the way they use energy and materials,<br />

and dispose <strong>of</strong> th<strong>in</strong>gs.”<br />

TNDs satisfy that desire. “They allow<br />

people to be more resourceful with<br />

their dollar.”<br />

See BEST IN MISSISSIPPI on page 10<br />

Installation <strong>of</strong> Officers Banquet,<br />

Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> Awards<br />

For more <strong>in</strong>formation,<br />

contact the HBAM <strong>of</strong>fice<br />

at (601) 969-3446 or<br />

(800) 898-HBAM,<br />

or visit www.hbam.com<br />

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MISSISSIPPI BUILDER JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 9


Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong><br />

(cont<strong>in</strong>ued from page 9)<br />

Best all around<br />

Another possible <strong>in</strong>dication <strong>of</strong> the trend<br />

toward downsiz<strong>in</strong>g and higher-quality build<strong>in</strong>g<br />

materials could be Turner’s spectacular<br />

run on awards last year – his first ever<br />

to participate <strong>in</strong> an awards competition.<br />

He entered the Best <strong>in</strong> Metro Jackson<br />

Awards with the same three projects as <strong>in</strong><br />

Best <strong>in</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong>, but with reverse<br />

results. His design-built home won the<br />

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the big surprise, ty<strong>in</strong>g with Turner’s Grand<br />

w<strong>in</strong>ner to become the first remodel<strong>in</strong>g<br />

project to capture the title.<br />

Turner also entered the HBAJ fall Parade<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Home</strong>s with another design-build <strong>of</strong> his<br />

<strong>in</strong> <strong>Lost</strong> <strong>Rabbit</strong>. That home won first place<br />

<strong>in</strong> its price category.<br />

Turner says he decided to participate<br />

<strong>in</strong> the competitions to build brand<br />

recognition for his grow<strong>in</strong>g company. “It<br />

GO<br />

GREEN!<br />

certa<strong>in</strong>ly was a nice bonus hav<strong>in</strong>g the<br />

awards and gett<strong>in</strong>g some real peer<br />

recognition on some <strong>of</strong> the stuff we’ve been<br />

do<strong>in</strong>g for the past 10 years.”<br />

Path to home build<strong>in</strong>g<br />

Turner has helped enhance <strong>Mississippi</strong>’s<br />

stock <strong>of</strong> new homes us<strong>in</strong>g classical<br />

techniques s<strong>in</strong>ce 2001, when he built his<br />

first new house for a family friend. That<br />

one was a million-dollar, custom French<br />

colonial house <strong>in</strong> Jackson, built with a<br />

cedar shake ro<strong>of</strong>, private elevators and<br />

a commercial kitchen.<br />

Prior to that, Turner had worked <strong>in</strong><br />

commercial real estate development, but<br />

never found satisfaction <strong>in</strong> that. “I desired to<br />

do someth<strong>in</strong>g more aesthetically pleas<strong>in</strong>g.”<br />

The 1993 University <strong>of</strong> <strong>Mississippi</strong> graduate<br />

m<strong>in</strong>ored <strong>in</strong> art, then cont<strong>in</strong>ued on <strong>in</strong> a<br />

master’s program <strong>in</strong> regional plann<strong>in</strong>g.<br />

“I see classic architecture as a particular<br />

area that’s miss<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> our current century,”<br />

says Turner. “I th<strong>in</strong>k that residential<br />

construction has, <strong>in</strong> particular, fallen <strong>of</strong>f<br />

the radar <strong>of</strong> the architecture world.”<br />

“There is a lack <strong>of</strong> understand<strong>in</strong>g <strong>of</strong> what<br />

has made great architecture through the<br />

years. It’s not be<strong>in</strong>g properly <strong>in</strong>terpreted,”<br />

says Turner. “You can look at a home and<br />

<strong>in</strong>nately like it or not. What you see<br />

and what you like relate back to history,<br />

proportion and scale.”<br />

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Turner and his wife, Amy, founded Susta<strong>in</strong>able<br />

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In addition to build<strong>in</strong>g custom homes<br />

and remodel<strong>in</strong>g, Susta<strong>in</strong>able Construction<br />

also has embarked on an all-new type <strong>of</strong><br />

project – a live-work build<strong>in</strong>g with four<br />

luxury condos over commercial space. The<br />

condos feature cantilevered porches and<br />

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this summer, it is expected to be a top<br />

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10 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2009 MISSISSIPPI BUILDER


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LP’s proprietary SmartGuard process, which<br />

<strong>in</strong>volves a z<strong>in</strong>c borate-based treatment that’s<br />

applied throughout the substrate to prevent<br />

fungal decay and termites. The silica-free<br />

products <strong>in</strong>stall easily us<strong>in</strong>g standard<br />

woodwork<strong>in</strong>g tools.<br />

For more <strong>in</strong>formation, visit www.lpcorp.com<br />

or call (615) 986-5600.<br />

As green as they come<br />

iLevel by Weyerhaeuser has achieved Susta<strong>in</strong>able<br />

Forestry Initiative certification for its<br />

range <strong>of</strong> specialty wood build<strong>in</strong>g products.<br />

See PRODUCT ROUNDUP on page 12<br />

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Product Roundup: Eng<strong>in</strong>eered and treated wood<br />

(cont<strong>in</strong>ued from page 11)<br />

The certification provides home builders,<br />

build<strong>in</strong>g material dealers, homeowners and<br />

architects with the assurance that materials<br />

come from responsibly managed forests.<br />

Such forests are grown and harvested <strong>in</strong><br />

ways that protect water quality and wildlife<br />

habitat, and are promptly replanted to ensure<br />

forest availability for future generations.<br />

For more <strong>in</strong>formation, visit www.ilevel.com<br />

or call (888) 453-8358.<br />

New wood on the block<br />

Last year, Wolmanized L 3 outdoor wood<br />

from Arch Treatment Technologies hit the<br />

market, mak<strong>in</strong>g it the first deck<strong>in</strong>g product<br />

protected by a nonmetallic solution. It<br />

has a built-<strong>in</strong> water repellent, is protected<br />

by an EPA-registered formula and is comparable<br />

to untreated wood <strong>in</strong> regard to<br />

metal hardware and corrosion.<br />

Wolmanized L 3<br />

The wood, <strong>in</strong>tended for out-<strong>of</strong>-ground<br />

use, stands up to wood-destroy<strong>in</strong>g organisms<br />

and is backed by a lifetime limited warranty.<br />

Reports have determ<strong>in</strong>ed the wood<br />

meets code requirements and it was added<br />

to the GreenSpec directory as an environmentally<br />

preferred build<strong>in</strong>g product. Most<br />

recently, the preservative <strong>in</strong> Wolmanized L 3<br />

wood has been recognized for use with<strong>in</strong><br />

the Hallmark Certification <strong>of</strong> the W<strong>in</strong>dow<br />

and Door Manufactures <strong>Association</strong>.<br />

For more <strong>in</strong>formation, visit the company<br />

Web site at www.wolmanizedwood.com or<br />

call (770) 801-6600.<br />

Bluwood<br />

A blue green product<br />

Here’s a product that’s sure to catch the<br />

eye <strong>of</strong> potential customers – particularly if<br />

their favorite color is blue. Applied to all<br />

sides <strong>of</strong> conventional fram<strong>in</strong>g materials,<br />

Bluwood is a green-build<strong>in</strong>g technology<br />

from WoodSmart Solutions that <strong>in</strong>volves<br />

a two-part coat<strong>in</strong>g on everyth<strong>in</strong>g from<br />

2-by-4s, plywood and mold<strong>in</strong>g to trusses,<br />

subfloor panels and I-joists.<br />

This barrier system technology transforms<br />

ord<strong>in</strong>ary lumber <strong>in</strong>to a blue-hued<br />

wood that repels water, <strong>in</strong>hibits the growth<br />

<strong>of</strong> mold and mildew, and protects aga<strong>in</strong>st<br />

rot fungi and wood-<strong>in</strong>gest<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong>sects such<br />

as termites.<br />

The coat<strong>in</strong>g adds about 1 percent<br />

to 3 percent to a home’s sell<strong>in</strong>g price,<br />

depend<strong>in</strong>g on the amount <strong>of</strong> lumber used.<br />

For more <strong>in</strong>formation, visit www.bluwood.com<br />

or call (561) 416-1972.<br />

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