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DAILY CAMERA- April 28,’10- “Tour Benefits I Have a Dream…”
More than 250 people attended the “Kitchens Are Cooking” Home Tour May 1-2, 2010 sponsored by Studio3 and the “I Have a Dream®” Foundation of Boulder County. During our leg of the tour, “East Meets West,” our kitchen, as well as a unique backyard dining pavilion was one of ten homes included in this mouth-watering tour. Guests enjoyed a sushi-rolling demonstration and tasting hosted by Hapa Sushi, and the opportunity to participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in the outside dining pavilion, performed by Shofukai, the association who performs for the Denver Botanic Gardens. This outdoor pavilion was inspired by traditional Japanese architecture. All proceeds from the sales of the went to the “I Have a Dream®” Foundation of Boulder’s Healthy Minds = Healthy Bodies program. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full article and view images of our kitchen.
BOULDER COUNTY BUSINESS REPORT- Jan. 25 ‘10- “Makeover Magic”
Larry Parrish, President of Parrish Construction is a prominent builder featured and quoted in this BCBR article which discusses building trends. “Those who don’t require a violent output of water might opt for super showers with steam units, frameless hinged European glass doors, and inside fold-down benches. To aid in drying you can install a bathroom fireplace – such as a see-through model which does double duty for the adjoining room as well…” ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full article and read what Larry had to say.
DAILY CAMERA, Oct. 3 ‘09- “Unknowns About Boulder House Size Lingers”
Listed as #2 on the “Top 10 Stories of 2009″ by the Daily Camera on 12.21.09, the issue of Boulder’s house size rules were an ongoing debate. Larry Parrish, CR, CGR, CAPS, President of Parrish Construction is quoted in this earlier Daily Camera article, urging local Boulder residents to understand how the new regulations will affect them. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full article.
DAILY CAMERA, Sept. 14 ‘09- “Briefcase”- (“The Remodeling 550 List”)
The only builder in Boulder to receive a mention, and one out of only five to be listed from Colorado; in a nationwide rating of Full Service Remodelers, Larry Parrish, President of Parrish Construction, was honored to be named to Remodeling Magazine’s “The Remodeling 550″ list. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full mention.
CHESAPEAKE BAY MAGAZINE, July 2009 - “Heritage Comes Home”
Parrish Construction, although we work in the Boulder County area was recognized by this Maryland publication in an article focusing on the cultural and spiritual aspects of design and how they were incorporated into this award-winning remodel for a Japanese family.^ Click on the above link to view part of the article with images and mentions of our company.RE-NEW MAGAZINE, Spring ‘08 -”Boulder Remodel Attracts National Attention”
As a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS), Parrish Construction worked with a local Japanese family in need of an addition to accommodate the owner’s mother who had moved to Boulder County from Japan to live with them. NARI awarded Parrish with a 2008 Contractor of the Year (CotY Award) for this extensive whole house remodel. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full magazine article and read how cultural considerations played an “integral part” in the plans.
- View additional photos of the award-winning project.
- Read more about the 2008 CotY award on our “Awards” page.
BOULDER COUNTY BUSINESS REPORT, Feb. 6 ‘09- “Awards” (For 2008 Best Regional Training, NKBA)
Parrish Construction won the 2008 Best Regional Training presentation award from the Rocky Mountain chapter of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA). They, along with Cher Schuck of CS Design, who was also honored, gave a comic presentation for kitchen/bath design professionals at a Specialty Appliance Inc. showroom in Gunbarrel on “How to Tame the Building Beastie.” ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full article to read more about the Awards Luncheon.
RE-NEW MAGAZINE, Summer ‘08-”Green Luxury in the Bathroom”
Parrish Construction’s cabinet shop manager Eric Balstad, CKD, is featured in an article about the trend of “Going Green” and speaks out on how to incorporate green, eco-friendly design aspects into a bathroom remodel while meeting the increasing demand for luxurious home spas. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the full article and read what Eric had to say.
DAILY CAMERA, Feb. 18 ‘08- “A Chat With…Larry Parrish”
The moderated online chat included questions from Camera Business Writer Alicia Wallace and members of the public who visited Daily Camera’s online chat page. Sample questions include, Q: “When it comes to remodeling trends, are more people looking for certain types of materials (bamboo flooring, sustainable materials, etc.)? A: Yes, there is a trend to the use of more “green” products — from sustainable sources, with low toxicity, and leaving less impact on the environment. These products include recycled materials, low VOC finishes, woods from sustainable forestry practices, etc…^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF transcript of the online chat with Larry.
- Have a question of your own? Contact us to have your question added to our FAQ page.
DAILY CAMERA, Jan. 21 ‘08- “Briefcase”- Eric Balstad’s 35th Year
Eric Balstad, CKD, cabinet operations manager for Parrish Construction, celebrates his 35th year with the company. Balstad’s Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD) title takes years to attain and requires both rigorous testing and personal recommendations. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the brief.
HOME & GARDEN, Winter ‘08- “Lighten Up”Larry Parrish, President of Parrish Construction, discusses with Ruthanne Johnson the mood-altering affects of different types of lighting. “[Full-spectrum] bulbs tend to be more pure-white light than the yellow of incandescent, or the typical green or bluish cast of fluorescent lamps…” he says.^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the article.
KITCHEN & BATH DESIGN NEWS, Nov. 10 ‘08- “Variations on a Theme”Eric Balstad, CKD, cabinet operations manager for Parrish Construction, is featured in this article which discusses how cultural considerations often play a part in design, including how Japanese and German architectural features were incorporated into past projects for clients. ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the article and read what Eric had to say.
- See also link above to ReNew Magazine’s Spring ‘08 article titled, “Boulder Remodel Attracts National Attention” which delves further into considerations for the Japanese client, which won the 2008 Contractor of the Year (CotY Award) by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).
A&E APPRAISALS-“Top Ten Top Ten List” by Larry Parrish
Larry Parrish, President of Parrish Construction gives his very best answers in this often humorous article by listing ten examples of the Top Ten questions he gets from prospective and current clients. We think it should really be called the Top 100! ^ Click on the above link to view the archived PDF of the article and read what Larry had to say.Have a question of your own? Contact us to have your question added to our FAQ page.
EDITORIALS
Parrish Construction’s President, Larry Parrish, (CR, CGR, CAPS, GACP) has written numerous columns for the Home section of The Daily Camera on practical and useful topics such as home care, remodeling, building and consumer education. Many of these are posted in the blog section of the website, where you will find a wealth of information including discussions on a number of useful home improvement topics. Feel free to comment and give us your feedback!
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