First Baptist Church Reclaims Waste Space
A former pastor helped the First Baptist Church convert underused spaces into new Sunday school rooms and a chapel without additions, at about $30,000. The downstairs dining area became classrooms, the kitchen moved and modernized, retail storage added, and a chapel created from an upstairs room. Public dedication is planned with an informal reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Eilis J. Holt
Holt
Pittsfield
Prentice Bradley
Mr. Holt
Howard W. Allison
Assembly Hall
David J. Tierney
First Baptist
E. Gordon Cottrell
Correct Design Flaws With Color in Roof
A roof can do more than shelter the family from the elements. Selecting the right color from the many available in heavy weight asphalt shingles can help create illusions that correct flaws in design. For example, a tall ungainly house seems part of its surroundings with dark shingles. A low rambling house gains height by attracting the eye upward with light shingles.
New Bill Raises Home Remodeling Loan Cap to 5000
A new federal housing bill increases the maximum remodeling loan from 3500 to 5000. It aims to spur completion of home improvement projects with kitchens and bathrooms prioritized. The change creates expanded financing options for homeowners planning renovations.
Housing-project tenants improve property value and community
A survey by Journal of Homebuilding editors finds low-cost single family housing projects do not degrade into slums. Homes rise in value through owner improvements in Rolling Meadows Illinois Santa Fe New Mexico and San Antonio area. Land costs hinder new low-cost housing while developed lots rose 16 percent yearly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D.C
Journal of Homebuilding
National Association of Home Builders
Birmingham
Ala
Vincent Mazzara
Kimball Hill
Chicago
Rolling Meadows
Hill
Gottfried Borgardt
Dale Bellemah
la Resolana
Santa Fe
N.M
Price Hampson
San Antonio
Sarah
Tom F. McNeil
Tulsa
Okla
David Weaver
Albuquerque
NAHB
Front Porch to Spare Patio for Cool Outdoor Living
Homeowners can convert a front porch into an extra outdoor living space. Covered porches provide shade and comfort, while screening keeps insects out. Alcan Aluminum offers a free booklet on aluminum awning styles and colors.
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James England
Alcan Aluminum Corp
West 50Th St
New York
Senate Committee Backs Federal Watch Over Mail Land Sales
A U S Senate subcommittee urged federal oversight of mail order and interstate land sales marketed to elderly buyers. The report notes reputable firms exist but warns of deceptive brochures promising security and a carefree life on undeveloped sites. Subtle language and omission of facts still mislead buyers.
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U.S. Senate
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By Lee Goerlach
Librizzi First Baptist
Louis C
Allegrone Jr
Dalton, Mass
Mason
England
Haddad
Park Square
F. P. Retallick , Co
Danham St
South Street
C. M. Goodrich & Son
Merrill Road
Senate
O'Brien
C.M. Farrell & Son, Inc
Summer St
Childs & Bishop
Contractor's Supply Co., Inc
Hawthorne Avenue
Brock
Art Gingras
Mgr
David J. Tierney Jr
Eleanor Rd
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