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A frequent debate for folks planning on a whole house, kitchen, or bathroom remodel is to use Granite versus Quartz on their counter tops.  More people are leaning towards using Quartz solid surface materials such as CaesarStone and Chroma and moving away from the use of Granite.  Why you ask?  Check out these advantages to [...]

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Seeing the rush of volunteers, sponsors and donated materials show up, at 8am on Saturday June 25th at R.P. Johnson and Son in Andover, NH for the We Build it Forward Outreach event will be a powerful testament to the unity and giving nature of this NH community, but no more than the outpouring of support they have already seen from area businesses and citizens in the form of thousands in event sponsorships and material donations and dozens and dozens of volunteers. Notable team leaders include special support from Bonin Architects of New London. Sponsors who went well over the call of duty include: Marvin Windows and Doors, A.W. Hastings, Co, Inc., Old Hampshire Designs and The Lions Club of Sunapee.

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The Home Builder’s Association (HBA) of Metropolitan Portland held their annual Excellence Award Ceremony on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 and called out Paolo’s name twice for his design excellence.  He was the top winner in the design category and won these two prestigious awards:  Excellence 2010 Award for the category of a Residential Whole House Design Excellence 2010 Award for [...]

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Author: Green Architect Jeremy Bonin, AIA, LEED AP
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Intern Architect joins NH Architect Bonin Architects & Associates, New London

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
NEW LONDON, NH – The architectural firm of Bonin Architects & Associates, PLLC, New London announces the hiring of Christopher Presutti, of Webster, New Hampshire as an Intern Architect for the summer.

Presutti, an architectural student at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston, will start his third year in the Bachelor of Science degree program in Architecture this fall.  He is an honorary brother and co-head of the alumni committee of Phi Sigma Pi, a National Honors Fraternity based on the three ideals of Scholarship, Fellowship, and Leadership. 

Christopher was selected for his impressive portfolio, outstanding scholastic record, and overall experience in the work environment.  Principal Architect Jeremy Bonin explains, “We’re very happy to have Chris join the Bonin team this summer – and personally, I’m excited to have an intern from my alma mater.  He is very… (Read the rest of this article at the following article source link for the full story)

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Meet Chris, Bonin Architects’ summer intern architect.  Chris will begin his third year in the Bachelor of Science degree program in Architecture at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston this fall.  He has an impressive portfolio and resume and is also an honorary brother and co-head of the alumni committee of Phi Sigma Pi, a National Honors Fraternity based on the three ideals of Scholarship, Fellowship, and Leadership.
 
Architect Jeremy Bonin sums it up for us: “We’re very happy to have Chris join Bonin Architects this summer – and personally, I’m excited to have an intern from my alma mater.  He is very talented and brings outstanding communication and artistic ability to the position.”

In his spare time, Chris likes to fish anyway possible, hike, and canoe. He’s also an avid snowboarder since the 4th grade and LOVES to cook and travel!

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Author: RyanG
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Chocolate at its finest…!  The Eagle Creek Chocolate House is a Custom Home located in Eagle Creek, Oregon that just received its LEED for Homes Platinum Certification, which is the highest level of sustainability in the program.  The house received its name in honor of the homeowner’s love of dark chocolate and passion for sustainable [...]

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Author: Green Architect Jeremy Bonin, AIA, LEED AP
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Design and Construction professionals are invited to send in their best-of-the-best work to achieve design and construction excellence.  The awards are facilitated by the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Metropolitan Portland.  The award ceremony is just around the corner on Wednesday, June 8, 2011.  Please join us as we wish all of the participants luck [...]

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An article in Remodeling Magazine ranks Portland high on the list for good remodeling potential in 2011.  Why did our city make the cut?  Check out these interesting facts: Location, Location, Location!   Densely Populated Area Higher Home Values Lots of Remodeling Activity in 2010 Positive Remodeling Forecast for 2011!!! There is no better time to [...]

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