ROANOKE TIMES
Copyright (c) 1997, Roanoke Times
DATE: Sunday, March 30, 1997 TAG: 9703290005
SECTION: TODAY'S HOMES PAGE: 2 EDITION: METRO
Get your home building, repair or remodeling questions ready and visit the experts at THE HOME SHOW April 4-6 at the Salem Civic Center.
With more than 160 exhibitors in 224 indoor booths and outdoor exhibit spaces, THE HOME SHOW, sponsored by the Roanoke Regional Home Builders Association Inc. (RRHBA), offers the industry's latest in products and services. This is the Association's 27th annual consecutive show.
"Our show offers one-stop shopping for your home," says David Radford, president of RRHBA." It offers information on everything from landscaping and lawn irrigation to the newest technology in roof coatings and all types of home construction."
The home builders organization, a trade association with more than 440 member firms, encourages the research and development of new materials, new building techniques, new building equipment and improved methods of home financing. Members range from builders and contractors to interior designers and Realtors.
"Having more exhibitors than last year gives the show diversity," Radford says. "Consumers need to know what options they have that fit their budgets."
This year's show features the ``Affordable Housing Corner,'' sponsored by the Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) and located in Parlor A. VHDA has teamed with area Realtors, mortgage bankers and housing professionals to provide information on affordable housing options. Housing specialists will be available to answer questions such as:
Am I ready to buy?
How much can I afford?
What are my options as far as mortgage programs?
Should I get a home inspection?
Who is involved in the home-buying process?
What are down payments and closing costs?
Should I house hunt prior to meeting with a mortgage banker?
VHDA's ``Importance of Home Ownership Education for First-time Home Buyers'' seminars are Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 5 at 3 p.m. The 30-minute seminars are free to THE HOME SHOW attendees. The seminar, a shortened version of VHDA's six-hour course Home Ownership Educational Program, includes an overview of the home-buying process and instruction regarding how to determine how much house one can afford. It is presented by Andrea Hager, housing projects manager for TAP/Blue Ridge Housing Development Corporation and VHDA-certified home ownership trainer.
FREE SEMINARS
The free seminars last 20-30 minutes and are located in the even concourse area of the Salem Civic Center, which is accessed primarily by steps from the main arena. Seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Friday, April 4:
7 p.m.: ``The Importance of Home Ownership Education for First-Time Home Buyers.''
Saturday, April 5
11 a.m.: ``What's New and Hot in Kitchens and Baths,'' presented by Tom Walton, vice president of Carter's Cabinet Shop of Roanoke and a certified kitchen designer by the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Walton has 30 years of cabinet industry experience. The seminar will cover the latest trends in kitchen and bath design, cabinet styles, countertops and accessories.
Noon: ``Vinyl Technology (New Construction or Replacement),'' presented by Old Dominion Door & Window.
1 p.m.: Lighting fundamentals focusing on recessed lighting, accent lighting and new trends in decorating.|
2 p.m.: ``Residential Electronics/Home Theater'' presented by Lee Hartman & Sons Inc.
3 p.m.: ``The Importance of Home Ownership Education for First-Time Home Buyers.''
4 p.m. To be announced.
5 p.m.: ``How to Create the Landscape You've Dreamed Of,'' presented by Dan Chitwood, a registered landscape architect with 18 years of experience in site planning and landscape design. This seminar will provide an overview of the process of building a house from site selection to putting the final touches on the landscaping. Budget and cost considerations for site work and landscaping will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed on how planning can save time and money and provide a greater return on your investment.
6 p.m.: ``PERGO Flooring Installation,'' presented by Whitt Carpet One.
7 p.m.: ``Universal Design - What It Is and Why It's Important,'' presented by Gordon Davidson, community services director of the Blue Ridge Independent Living Center. Universal Design is the key to creating housing that is not only accommodating to more people, but also attractive and has market appeal. This design approach results in a user-friendly space that can be utilized by people of all ages and of any physical capacity while promoting accessibility, safety, comfort and convenience. It considers the occupants' entire life span and anticipates the changes that occur in virtually all families over time. It supports functional independence, maximizes space and step efficiency, and it also enhances safety and environmental controls.
Sunday, April 6
1:30 p.m.: ``Your Indoor Environment,'' presented by Richard C. Moore, who holds a degree in chemical engineering and manages a local firm that specializes in indoor environmental evaluations, and Virginia Tech's Dr. Lori Marsh, an energy engineer with the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service. This presentation will address new construction which is ``tight'' and the potential effects. A ``tight'' home can be healthy, if planned properly.
2:30 p.m.: ``Residential Electronics/Home Theater,'' presented by Lee Hartman & Sons Inc.
3:30 p.m.: ``What's New and Hot in Kitchens and Baths.''
THE HOME SHOW will be at the Salem Civic Center on Friday, April 4 from 3-9 p.m.; Saturday, April 5 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, April 6 from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is $3.50 for adults, $2 for adults 65 and over and free for children 12 and under when accompanied by an adult. Parking is free. On Saturday, 2,000 white pine seedlings will be given away.
LENGTH: Long : 114 lines ILLUSTRATION: PHOTO: 1. More than 160 exhibitors will be on hand to showby CNBvisitors the latest in home-building, repair and remodeling products
at THE HOME SHOW. 2. Besides the more than 160 exhibitors at THE
HOME SHOW, a number of seminars covering a wide range of topics will
be offered at the Salem Civic Center.