Building Insider Magazine

Vol. 39 Issue 3

2022 PARADE BRINGS HOMES DIRECTLY TO CONSUMERS

Held in Neighborhoods Across Central Ohio

September 15 - October 2

Vol. 39 Issue 1- Jan/Feb

Daso Custom Cabinetry 

Creates Gorgeous Custom Cabinets, Handcrafted-to-Order

BIA of Central Ohio

2022 Meet the Board 

Supply Chain Disruptions Challenge the Building Industry

Vol. 38 Issue 5 - Sept/Oct

Schottenstein Real Estate Group 

It's Stellar Reputation, Innovative Products and Solid Leadership Team

BIA of Central Ohio

New Growth - Central Ohio Growth Expands to New Areas

BIA's New Industry Action Fund Pushes Back Against Growth Opposition

Vol. 38 Issue 3 - May/June

The NEW Parade of Homes

Reinvented Parade of Homes Launches this Fall

TraLaMa

The Trade Labor Marketplace Connects Businesses that Need Trade Labor with Skilled Tradespeople who Need Work

Vol. 38 Issue 1 - January/February

Epcon Franchising

Paul Hanson, Epcon Franchising, on Developing Unique Communities for an Underserved Market and the Opportunities Within Franchising

AZEK Building Products

AZEK Capitalizes on Advanced Technology to Manufacture Beautiful, Innovative, Sustainable Products 

BIA of Central Ohio

The BIA Feels New in 2021 and Members Will Find Fresh Opportunities

Vol. 37 Issue 5 - September/October

Luebbe Fine Homes

Jay Luebbe, Luebbe Fine Homes, on Building with Exceptional Quality, His Personalized Process and Being Your Builder for Life

Bathworks

Provides Cut-Above Expertise, Dazzling Showroom and Five-Star Selection Experience

Isaac Wiles

Combines an Insider's Perspective with a Depth of Knowledge, Experience, and Inventive Thinking

Vol. 37 Issue 3 - May/Jun

Wilcox Communities

on Local Commitment, Quality Project Management and Developing Homes for a Unique Market Niche 

Simply Staged Designs

Nancy Baker Draws on Talent and a Passion for Helping Clients, to Stage Homes that Sell Fast

Simplified Living Architecture

With Thoughtful Listening and Solid Expertise, Heidi Bolyard Creates Designs that Deliver Happiness

Vol. 37 Issue 1 - Jan/Feb

Manor Homes

on Creating Good Value, Collaborating with Buyers and Having Building in Their Blood

104.9 the River

Delivers Hope Through Music, Message and Service

TASC Drywall, LLC

Goes Above and Beyond on Quality

Vol. 36 Issue 5 - Sept/Oct

Oliver & James

Teamwork, Attention to Detail and How Cool Never Goes Out of Style

Custom Distributors

Showcase an Array of Luxury Appliances

The Lake Doctors

Expertly Managing Ponds Using Top-Quality Treatments and Well-Qualified Staff

Vol. 36 Issue 3 - May/Jun

Sierra Custom Homes

Custom design, direct project oversight, and the art of personal attention

Your Garage Guys

Maximize home storage with powerhouse custom systems

American Mortgage Service Co.

Crawford Team transforms lives

Vol. 36 Issue 1 - Jan/Feb

Stonecliff Homes

Getting Everything You Want in Your Home

Signature Cabinetry

25th Anniversary and Expansive Growth

Independent Bank

Bringing Deep Experience & Expertise to Columbus Market

Vol. 35 Issue 6 - October

in this issue

• Eversole Run Parade Showcased Our Members’ Accomplishments
• Wowing the Crowds: Your Insider’s Guide to the 2018 Parade
• Desirable Community
• Amazing Inside and Out
• Behind the Scenes at Eversole Run
• The Heart of the Parade: 2018 BIA Foundation Home Built by 3 Pillar Homes
• New This Year
• 2019 BIA Parade at Evans Farm

thank you

• Parade Partners
• Exhibitors on Parade
• Thank You Members

special events

• Elegant Preview Party Launched the Parade
• Realtor® Morning Attracted a Crowd
• the awards go to...

Congratulations to Our Award Winners

• Bob Webb Homes Wins Award for Most Trade Partners
• 2018 Judges Put Their Expertise to Work
• People’s Choice Awards

Vol. 35 Issue 4 - Jul/Aug

Weaver Custom Homes

Stellar Quality, Beauty Troughout

The skilled and talented Weaver Custom Homes team draws on years of experience to create gorgeously designed and solidly-built homes — and to expertly guide their clients every step of the way through the building process.

America's Floor Source

Epic Service, Continual Growth

With a fresh infusion of talented experts on their team, solid plans for growth, new clearance centers for high-quality flooring and Retail Lead Management, an easy-to-use and affordable lead tracking software, America’s Floor Source is expanding the multitude of ways it takes care of customers.

Big Sandy Superstore Kitchens. Inspired.

Catering to Builders

With a Kitchens.Inspired. team that has a combined 150 years of experience, Big Sandy Superstore excels at providing builders with professional-grade appliances and expertly guiding them through purchase and installation.

Vol. 35 Issue 2 - Mar/Apr

The Briton Group

Blending Nature and Neighborhood

The Briton Group develops smaller parcels, usually between five and 40 acres, giving builders and consumers more options; in every project they follow Geormorphism to develop the land without altering its natural rhythm

Daso Custom Cabinetry

Cabinet Artistry

Daso Custom Cabinetry, a family-owned business, handcrafts high-quality, American-made custom cabinetry while providing go-the-extra-mile customer service.

Created Hardwood Ltd.

Inspired Craftsmanship

Created Hardwood manufactures live edge wood furniture that’s as gorgeous as it is functional; each breathtaking piece is custom crafted to maintain the wood’s unique character.

Vol. 34 Issue 7 - Nov/Dec

Trinity Homes

Personalized Plans

Trinity Homes offers buyers advantages that include great neighborhoods, gorgeous design, quality homes built using high-performance materials, a trade-in program that eliminates the need to move twice — and the option to customize any of their floor plans.

Carr Supply

100 Years of Expertise

Carr Supply’s five-star service, high-quality products, knowledgeable team and commitment to customer education have helped them thrive; this year the company celebrates 100 successful years in business.

Hamilton Parker

Outstanding Customer Experience

Hamilton Parker provides a spectrum of different home products, all under one roof and showcased in a gorgeous showroom; the company’s enthusiastic and knowledgeable team are experts at supplying great project ideas.

Vol. 34 Issue 5 - Sept/Oct

Brookewood Builders

Buyer-Centered Process

Brookewood Builders finds exceptional sites filled with beautiful natural features — and then builds expertly-crafted and stunningly-designed custom single family homes and condos.

Cambria and Konkus Marble & Granite

Rock-Solid Partnership

Cambria and Konkus Marble & Granite are both experts at providing customers with high-quality quartz products — and they both share a deep commitment to exceptional customer service.

Coldwell Banker King Thompson

Award-Winning Expertise

Lari Madosky Shaw, CBKT

Sales Star

Vol. 34 Issue 3 - May/Jun

Featured Builder - Schottenstein Real Estate Group

Development Leadership

With exceptional rental communities and mixed-use developments throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Florida, the Schottenstein Real Estate Group, the BIA’s only three-time Developer of the Year award winner, has built on its own rock-solid record to achieve significant growth and sales.

Associate Spotlight - Sims-Lohman Fine Kitchens & Granite

Five-Star Resource

Sims-Lohman makes kitchen cabinetry and countertop purchases stress-free, with advantages like a talented and highly-experienced design team, one-stop-shop, and fast and accurate delivery.

Associate Spotlight - 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty

Protected Homes

2-10 Home Buyers Warranty stands out for its comprehensive structural warranty coverage; 2-10 HBW warranties help builders reduce their risk, protect their assets and increase their competitive edge.

Vol. 34 Issue 1 - Jan/Feb

Featured Builder - Memmer Homes

Quality Experience

Memmer Homes builds meticulously-crafted custom homes — each as comfortable as it is beautiful — that uniquely reflect their buyers’ tastes, needs and ideas.

Associate Spotlight - Schlabach Woodworks

Character Made-to-Order

Schlabach Woodworks has the skilled personnel and leading-edge equipment needed to produce gorgeous custom wood products, including flooring, barn doors and beams, that meet each client’s wants and needs.

Associate Spotlight - Best Courier

Fast and Reliable

With its popular 60 to 90 minute immediate delivery service, 24/7 availability and capacity to handle everything from documents to building materials, Best Courier helps businesses operate with greater productivity.

Vol. 33 Issue 6 - Oct

Verona Parade Showcased BIA Members’ Accomplishments

Our Insider’s Guide to the 2016 Parade - Wowing the Crowds

Walkthrough at Verona - Features, Landscaping and Style

Parade Launched with a Well-Attended Preview Party

Parade Partners

Exhibitors

How Verona Came Together

Congratulations to Our Award Winners

Thank You Members

The Votes Have Been Counted

Vol. 33 Issue 4 - Jul/Aug

Featured Builder

Stream + Wetlands Foundation

The Go-To People for Mitigation
Stream + Wetlands Foundation, an expert provider of compensatory mitigation for impacts to wetlands and streams, takes the stress out of fulfilling a permitting agency’s requirements.

Associate Spotlight

America’s Floor Source

Columbus Investment & Commitment
In the midst of a significant Columbus expansion that includes a new corporate campus, America’s Floor Source keeps phenomenal service as their top priority.

Associate Spotlight

Associated Insurance Agencies

Team of Experts
Associated Insurance Agencies has their clients squarely in the center of everything they do; they consider each business or individual’s situation and create solutions targeted to their specific needs.

Vol. 33 Issue 2 - Mar/Apr

Featured Builder

Taylor-Lykins Custom Homes
The company’s talented, experienced family team works closely and interactively with buyers to provide them with expertly-crafted custom homes and a positive building experience.

Associate Spotlight

Integrated Finishes
As a single source for expertly supplying and installing paint, drywall, flooring and carpet, Integrated Finishes makes the process fast and easy.

Associate Spotlight

Holmes Lumber
Recent investments in facilities, divisions and a leading-edge delivery system, all ensure that local builders can obtain the materials they need.

Vol. 32 Issue 7 - Dec

Featured Builder

Weaver Custom Homes
The skilled and knowledgeable Weaver Custom Homes team provides strong, cooperative support on everything from site evaluation, to building, to customized design.

Associate Spotlight

Professional Design Services, LLC
The firm listens closely to what their clients want, and then creates designs that take builders and homeowners smoothly through the construction process.

Associate Spotlight

Floor & Decor
Floor & Decor provides an extensive selection of flooring at everyday low prices, as well as free design services and outstanding product availability.

Vol. 32 Issue 5 - Sept/Oct

Featured Builder

Darby Braeside
Darby Braeside is a new gated community on the banks of Big Darby Creek, where residents can live in custom homes surrounded by serene woods and streams.

Associate Spotlight

Panel Town & Floors
Panel Town & Floors provides a complete spectrum of hardwood floors, ranging from basic wood to high-end custom, plus a depth of flooring expertise.

Associate Spotlight

Mary Shipley Interiors
Frequently honored with industry awards, including Parade of Homes Gold Awards, Mary Shipley Interiors loves to design spaces that make people happy.