September/October 2009 Issue

Orlando New Homes and Communities Magazine and Guide

Aurora Award Winners Anatomy of a Green Home Designing for all Stages of Life

FEATURE
Aurora Entries Wow Judges
Local Central Florida winners dominate prestigious competition.

DEPARTMENTS
From the Publisher
Clock's Ticking: $8,000 Credit to Expire Nov. 30.

Green Florida: Anatomy of a Green Home
Not all eco-friendly features are obvious to buyers. Hardwick General Contracting takes us inside the makings of a green home in Central Florida.

Making a Difference
Central Florida builders and building suppliers stand ready to make their community a better place.

Take Note: New Home Community and Builder News
New home community and builder news across Central Florida.

REMODEL
Money Matters
How to pay for your Central Florida remodeling project? Here are some options.

REMODEL Homefront
Central Florida remodeling news, events and awards.

REMODEL Orlando Digital Magazine
Flip through the latest digital edition of REMODEL Orlando, the official publication of the Remodelers Council of the Home Builders Association of Metro Orlando.

Spotlight: Kitchens
Central Florida remodeling pros showcase their latest kitchen transformations.

Trends: Universal Design
Central Florida experts offer plenty of suggestions for homeowners looking to incorporate aging in place and universal design elements into their remodeling plans

Universal Design
Remodelers are coming up with new ways to accommodate all stages of life.

SMART MOVES
$8,000 Break for First-time Buyers
Stimulus bill includes hefty tax incentive.

Bank On It
Are banks still lending? Yes, but more carefully.

Straight Answers
Here's what you need to know to make a savvy buying decision.