Design & Build of Southwest Louisiana: July - December 2021 Issue by Caple Communications, LLC

DESIGN & BUILD The Official Magazine of the Home Builders Association of Southwest Louisiana

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2020-21 BOARD MEMBERS

Executive Officer’s

OFFICERS

Welcome

This past year our corner of the state has seen a substantial amount of devastation after Hurricanes Laura and Delta. Many of us are rebuilding our businesses, homes and our lives. We know this will be a year of growth and resilience as we come together and pick up the pieces left from the storms.

PRESIDENT Wayne Fender Fender Homes VICE PRESIDENT Jonathan Jimney JK Custom Homes

Krystle Blue

Since 1958, the Home Builders Association of Southwest Louisiana has represented and served builders in Southwest Louisiana involved in residential and commercial construction, residential remodeling, land development activities and associated member businesses and professionals engaged in activities related to the building industry. It is with much pride and determination the HBA of Southwest Louisiana continues our mission of uniting and representing the building and remodeling industry to promote quality housing and providing our members with education and best practices to serve this community. We believe the Home Builders Design & Build Guide provides residents and visitors alike, a glance into the architecture, craftsmanship and design that can only be found among the strong oak trees and serene waterways of Southwest Louisiana. Whether you are looking to build the home of your dreams, looking for a reliable and trustworthy source for hurricane repairs or simply looking for new ways to refresh or remodel your existing home, we hope the Design & Build Guide is your first step for finding ideas, inspiration and trustworthy contacts. We believe you should feel confident that you’re working with someone you can trust, and that is why we make sure each contractor and remodeler member of the SWLA Home Builders Association are licensed professionals. Our members understand the importance of maintaining their licenses and utilizing continuing education to stay up-to-date with best practices to provide the best quality, service and commitment to their clients. Should you ever need additional information about building or remodeling or need a list of licensed and qualified contractors or associated service providers, please visit us online at www.hbaswla.org, www.designbuildswla.com or call us at 337-478-7893. It is our pleasure to provide our community with the Home Builders Association of SWLA Design & Build Magazine.

Krystle Blue Executive Officer Home Builders Association of Southwest Louisiana 4875 Ihles Road, Suite A, Lake Charles, LA 70605 337.478.7893 www.hbaswla.org

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SECRETARY/TREASURER Mike Bertrand Louisiana Mortgage Associates ASSOCIATES VICE-PRESIDENT Kevin Richard Coastal King Clay PAST PRESIDENT Chris Salvador Salvador Custom Homes

BUILDERS

Chris Salvador Wayne Fender Jonathan Jimney Daren Noel Chad Snider Randy Tupper Roy Washington

ASSOCIATES

Mike Bertrand Christa Comeaux Byron Hardy Lisa Johnson Trey Myers

EX-OFFICIO

Ann Barilleaux Lee Bruney Andy Dressler Jody Guidry Ricky Hanks Buddy Kohnke Danny Lanza Blaine Prudhomme Kevin Richard Ken Robbins Don Veronie

ALTERNATES

Ron Richard Mauricio Santacoloma

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Meet Our Builders As our community continues the recovery process after the devastating effects of Hurricanes Laura, Delta and the May 2021 Flood. Our community’s experienced builders and remodelers are among the best in the nation, and we know this has been a trying time for residents of Southwest Louisiana. As you begin or continue your search for a contractor to repair, restore or rebuild your home, you can trust the builder members of the Home Builders Association of SWLA. We do the work for you and verify licenses for all builder members of our organization so it’s one less thing for you to worry about.

We would like to thank all of our skilled, trusted, local contractors who continue to help us rebuild and repair our homes and communities. When hiring a professional contractor. We encourage everyone to do their homework and proceed with care.

• Ask if they are a member of their local Home Builders Association.

• Ask for proof of a current license from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors or call the Home Builders Association of SWLA to get assistance in verifying a contractors license.

• Ask for proof of general liability and workman’s compensation insurance. A reputable contractor should be able to show you an insurance certificate, and expect you to ask for it.

• Check with the inspection department in your area for information on what fees or permits currently required for your project.

• Ask for references and check those references.

• Verify the company’s permanent business address is in this area and not from out of state.

• You should understand your contract and warranties that the contractor will provide for the work performed. The contract should outline the scope of the work, the price, and at what points of completion payment is due.

• Be wary of low bids – lowest bid is not always the best.

• Be wary of a contractor who wants full or cash payments before the job begins and utilizes high pressure sales tactics to sign a contract.

List of Licensed Home Builders Association of SWLA Builder Members: 10-7 Enterprises LLC 337 Builders, LLC. 5 Ryder Construction Abshire Vinyl Siding Co. LLC AJT Construction, LLC.. All Phase Maintenance Corp. Alpha Const & Prop. Management, LLC. American Builders, LLC American Gutter Company, LLC Andrews Construction Armentor Builders LLC A-Tek Home Solutions Ave Maria Const. & Design, Inc. Ave Maria Contractors B&B Homes Sulphur LA, LLC Barry McManus Benoit Builders LLC Best Buy Industries Big City Builders Big League Site Services LLC Blackhawk Builders LLC Blue Ox Construction LLC Bradley Design Build, LLC Brandt Pederson Construction Inc Brother’s Construction Co Bryan Galley Builders Bucky Young Builders C & C Lake homes, LLC. 4 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

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C E Remodeling LLC Carl Hardy Construction, Inc. Carriers Painting LLC Cassell Enterprises Chuck Pierson Construction Construction By Tony Curry Properties LLC/Curry Renovations D & R Quality Homes LLC D and J Builders LLC D. F. Development, LLC Daigle Const. and Development, LLC Dalovisio Construction LLC Delta Development Denison Builders Inc Deo Volente Contracting, LLC DLH Construction, LLC Dominion Enterprises LLC Dowden Custom Construction, LLC Doxey Construction Dreamcatcher Construction LLC DSLD Homes, LLC Edwin Reese Construction, Inc. Elite Specialty Contractors LLC Emerge Construction Group LLC Fairman Contractors LLC FD Hoffpauir Const Fender Homes Final Finish Concrete Inc.

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Thank you to members featured in past issues of the Design & Build Magazine: Jan 2019 - Salvador Custom Homes April 2019 - Tupper Homes July 2019 - JK Custom Homes Oct 2019 - JAI Construction Flavin Construction Foreman Construction LLC Freeland Home Builders Fuselier Builders Gary Donaldson Construction LLC Gary Scott Hammond Contractors, LLC. Glenn Vanicor Builders GUNCO LLC Gunter Construction, Inc. H & E Homes and Development LLC Hagen Homes, Inc. Heritage Builders, LLC. Hero Design & Const, LLC. Home & Land Improvements LLC Hunt V Construction LLC J D Guillory Construction, LLC. J. Oliver Construction, LLC Jade’s Custom Carpentry LLC JAI Construction LLC James Fontenot Construction James Turner Jason Mallett Construction, LLC Jason Roussell Construction, LLC. Jason Smith Construction JC Homes & Development Jerry Trahan Construction JG Development JK Custom Homes JKA Construction LLC Joe Hall Custom Cabinets & Woodwork John D Myers & Associates John Hardy Construction Jones & Associates Development JW Romero Construction JWTC-Louisiana, LLC K & J Development of SWLA, LLC. Karl Arceneaux Construction Inc. Key Vision Development, LLC King Construction Kraus Construction, Inc. LA Truss LLC Lake City Development, LLC Larocque Homes and Outdoor Living Lavine Contracting Company Legends Development, LLC. Lentz Development & Construction, LLC Lewing Construction Linder Construction LMP Development LLC Ly Jack LLC M Family Construction LLC Mad Contracting LLC Mallett A/C & Electrical LLC Martinez Drywall Mathieu Woodwork Matthew Madison Development Co, LLC Merchant Construction, LLC. Michael J Dupin Construction Co LLC Michael Leblanc Construction Inc Mike Porche Construction Miller & Associates Development Montes Remodeling Group LLC

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Moore Homes Construction LLC MSD Construction LLC Nothnagel LLC Paladin Four, LLC Paradise Construction LLC Park Group Construction Performance Construction Services, LLC Pike Pickett Homes LLC PRECISION CONTRACTING GROUP LLC Preferred Contractors LLC Progressive Buildings Inc. Progressive Merchants Inc Quien Cade Builders, LLC. Quinn Residential Contracting, LLC R E Washington Construction R P Builders R&G Construction RDR Masonry LLC Redd Properties LLC Redditt Development, LLC Renew Remodeling Resolute Window and Door Ricky L Jefferson RITE-WAY Developers, Inc. Robbins Contracting Robbins Remodeling Robert Brown Construction Robert Quincy Collins Rosteet Builders Inc. Russell Stutes Co. S Farquhar Construction LLC Salvador Custom Homes Scott Taylor Construction Scout Metal Construction Sentinel Renovations, LLC Seth Priola Construction Shannon Smith Construction Shiloh Development, LLC. SMH Construction LLC South LA Restoration Services LLC Southwest Louisiana Builders LLC Stineff Construction SWLA Const. & Development, LLC T Gaspard Construction, LLC T-BOX Investments LLC TELA Const./Taylor Enterprises of LA LLC Thibodeaux Const. & Development LLC Time Machine Cont. & Restoration of LA Tony Palermo Real Estate & Dev, LLC. Top-Notch Builders LLC Trademark Homes of Lake Charles, LLC T-Ray’s Custom Construction LLC Trouth Building & Remodeling, LLC Troy Derouen Contractors Tupper Homes Varnado Builders L.L.C Victor G Miller Construction Vinyl & More, LLC VT Contracting Wayne O Hall Construction West Builders, LLC. X-treme Development, LLC.

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Dream Home THIS HOME FEATURED ON THE COVER WAS BUILT BY BRYAN GALLEY BUILDERS THE POOL WAS BUILT BY PRO POOLS

Building a custom home is a significant undertaking. It means you will have many choices to make and inevitable problems to puzzle through, along with the priceless opportunity to create something special and all your own. The National Association of Home Builders reports that, on average, it takes 22 different subcontractors to build a home from scratch. Consider this, along with the variety of materials required, the volatility the U.S. housing market has experienced in the supply chain in recent months, and the 6 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

often unpredictable Louisiana weather, and you have but a small glimpse into the headwinds a client and homebuilder face on any project. What does it take to meet these challenges and come out on the other side with a space you are proud and excited to live your life in? The cover image of this edition is a striking example of what can be accomplished when the home builder and client achieve a deep trust and shared vision that guide them through the ups and downs of the building process. It may come as a

surprise that the featured home was created using a drafted set of plans, without an architect, but through great collaboration, patience, and focus of the client, builder, and many talented and experienced craftsmen: carpenters, painters, pool builders, and interior designer, just to name a few. The finished product is a completely unique space of beauty and cohesion, shown on the cover from the vantage point of the backyard facing the rear balcony and pool. This outcome - and that of any custom-built

home - reflects the foundation of the builder-client relationship. Despite the inherent complexities of construction, the process - all the way from first imagination to the final coat of paint can be one of fulfillment and joy. Bryan Galley Builders would like to wish all our area home builders and new homeowners a positive experience and mentality of hope and creativity heading into the future. Photography by Clayton Girard

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HOMEOWNER TIPS 11 Protect Your Home and Yard from Pests 22 2021 Vision for Home Design - 7 Hot Trends 24 There are Great Options for Window Treatments 29 How to Handle Home Renovations 30 How to Protect You & Your Family from Mosquitoes 31 Second Chances 36 An Alternative Option for Your Countertops 38 What to Consider When Designing Your Kitchen to

FEATURE ARTICLES 26 Distinctive Details

New trends in kitchen design with hassle-free alternatives.

58 Update Your Bathroom

Bathrooms are getting larger and more design noteworthy, take a look at a few that caught our attention.

70 Outdoor Finished Ceilings Finishes that have everyone looking up.

86 Clarifying Your Expectations Knowing and communicating your expectations to your builder is very important.

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Meet Your Needs

46 How to Choose the Best Paint Colors and Quality 50 The Benefits of a Natural Gas Standby Generator 52 Straight Talk about Big-Box Store Chemicals 55 Selecting the Perfect Color of Brick 56 Fresh Start in 2021 – Out with the Old, In with the New

57 What Floors Work Best For Your Home 62 Choosing and Caring for Your Fence 64 Ready, Set, Renovate! 66 Land Surveying is Essential in Property Development 68 What to Know When Purchasing LED Bulbs and Fixtures 73 Door and Cabinet Hardware Designs 74 The Importance of Blower Door Testing 75 Repairing Your Drywall 76 Choosing the Best Hardwood Flooring For Your Home 79 Wood Look Porcelain Tile vs. Floating Vinyl Floors 80 Gateway to Your Home 82 Choosing the Best Plumbing Company 84 Making a House Your Home 90 Home Automation is Here To Make Your Life Easier 96 We All Need Home Protection and Security DESIGN & BUILD 2021 9

Design & Build OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA PUBLISHER Caple Communications LLC Bart A. Caple, President

EDITOR

Jennifer Caple

PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHER

Clayton Girard Clayton Girard Photography, Denver, CO

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Chief Designer - Lana Lewis Lana Lewis Design Jennifer Caple

PRODUCTION MANAGER Jennifer Caple

COVER PHOTOGRAPHY Provided by Clayton Girard

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Protect Your Home and Yard from Pests Provided by J&J Exterminating

Your Home is your personal sanctuary, your refuge from the world. You’ve worked hard to create an environment that your family can enjoy. You and your home shouldn’t have to be at the mercy of annoying insects and their painful or destructive bites. Fortunately, there are exterminators to tackle them.

TERMITES - Exterminators have some very effective weapons against termite infestation of your home and/or business. They have systems that are effective in preventing termite infestation as well as controlling existing colonies. Your technician will work with you to determine the best protection for you. MOSQUITOES - Reclaim your yard with effective mosquito control. There are one-time treatments, a great option if you have an event in your yard, or a virtually undetectable misting system for ongoing protection. There are things you can do to make your yard less inviting to mosquitoes. Since mosquito larvae float on top of still water in order to hatch, by eliminating the standing water, you’ll discourage mosquitoes from thriving in your yard. You can also: clean out standing water from gutters, mow tall grass, trim overgrown bushes, change water in bird baths every few days, and store buckets and flower pots upside down to avoid having them collect water.

ANTS & FIRE ANTS - Ant bites can hurt long after the initial bite because of the venom they inject into your bloodstream. Pest control professionals know just how to kill ants using pesticides and ant traps. WASP & HORNETS - Taking on a colony of flying soldiers can be dangerous, and deadly depending on your allergies. When airborne insects threaten your family’s safety and comfort, don’t put yourself in harms way. Let the professionals handle it.

SNAKES - Snakes can be hazardous to you, your family and your pets (not to mention are very creepy). Snakes can get into very tight spaces to hunt for mice and other small rodents. Unlike most creatures, snakes will stand and fight, no matter how big their opponent. Play it safe and call an exterminator to remove them. Whatever pests prowl southwest Louisiana you can find an exterminator who can help keep them away from your home. 30 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

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2021 Vision for Home Design - 7 Hot Trends Provided by Acme Brick With a new year and decade just ahead, it’s time to gaze into the Acme Brick home design crystal ball. Our 2021 list was compiled from hundreds of home design websites, blogs, media reports and well-respected designers, such as Aida Sniraite. She succinctly notes: “Today we are tired of touchscreens, unwelcoming light in public spaces and offices. That’s why we are seeking refuge, a cozy, warm space where we can feel well.”

1. MOVING VS. REMODELING “Homeowners nationwide are remaining in their homes typically 13 years, five years longer than they did in 2010,” according to a new analysis by real-estate brokerage Redfin. Ripple effects of this change include more people deciding to update their current residence with more stylish kitchens, baths, and entertainment rooms - and expanding the footprint of their homes by creating more outdoor entertainment spaces.

2. NOW AND ZEN: MINDFULNESS AT HOME Marie Kondo’s best-selling book, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up,” tapped into something powerful: mindfulness as an antidote to day-to-day noise and visual chaos. How does this translate to home design? • Ensure that every object has a purpose. • Create a tech-free meditation space- often known as an R&R space. • Choose harmonious colors so that each room is in harmony with the others. • Let in natural light to boost mental health.

3. THE BATH IS BACK Double floating vanities, which allow for easier cleaning, will be on the wish-list for homeowners building or renovating. Non-toilet seating, in the form of built-in benches or individual chairs, will finally come to the throne room. Decorative tile, especially white beveled subway tile on the walls and tub apron, help create a cohesive design while adding shimmer and texture.

5. KITCHEN AS A FAMILY ROOM As the “meeting place” for family and guests, the kitchen remains a focal point of the house and a priority for designers and homeowners. The editors of Houzz magazine receive thousands of photographs of kitchens each year, and these images suggest several trends that will sizzle in 2021: • More than 40 percent of homeowners STILL choose white cabinets. In order to keep this from being boring, a few darker wooden drawers are being added for wine racks and other storage. • Open shelving cabinetry will continue to thrive. • Vertical wood pull-outs of darker wood which flank the range are also gaining popularity. • Kitchens that flow seamlessly to the dining area are a continuation of popular open concept. The 2021 colors of kitchens are described as “soft.” This includes demure satin-brass fixtures and light marble backsplashes. Because the kitchen is a busy entertainment space, having lots of seating around the still-popular prep island is a must-have.

6. A GROUND FLOOR OPPORTUNITY Flooring has become a great way to set the tone for each room in the house. In 2021, the choices of flooring - from natural to synthetic - are almost unlimited.

7. ENTERTAINMENT SPACE IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS For many homeowners, the best “room” in the house is outside. With high-end grills, brick fireplaces and pizza ovens, big-screen entertainment systems, fire and water features, entertaining outdoors is great indeed!

4. COLORFUL TRENDS 2021 will be defined by soothing tones from oranges and pinks to blues and greens in both warm and cool hues – “meant to offer restorative balance to the interiors they coat,” said one expert, “in a bid to promote health and wellness.” As for brick, Jeremy Emler of Acme Brick notes that the softer hues, such as grey and off-white are still the most popular. 22 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

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There are Great Options for Window Treatments Provided by Budget Blinds Get inspired and surround yourself with today’s most beautiful and popular design trends for your windows. Regardless of your decorating style, it helps to understand the vast array of window treatments available and their functions, and how they help create a look that reflects your personal style. When choosing window treatments, consider the many benefits, such as privacy, light control, UV protection, energy efficiency, and child safety.

WOOD BLINDS Their clean line design works with any style room; mount them alone or pair them with drapery panels. Wood blinds add warmth, character, and dimension, while providing privacy and light control. If the look of wood is desired, but humidity is a concern, composite or faux wood blinds are a good alternative.

PLANTATION SHUTTERS Shutters may be the most timeless and versatile window coverings and always make a statement. They are like custom made furniture for your windows. They are perfect for a sunny bedroom, look crisp in a kitchen, or can add drama to a den. Also, shutters work well in either classic or modern rooms, are available in a wide assortment of colors, frames, and louver size. They can even be made to fit unusual shaped windows, such as arches, angles, and octagons. French door cutouts are available in several styles.

SHADES Shades provide the largest variety of color, style, and function. Some types are: • Roller Shades - today’s roller shades are not like your grandmother’s. Like a favorite “little black dress,” roller shades are a classic that complement any décor. Designer inspired fabrics work with any décor and look great layered with draperies. • Woven Wood Shades - made from eco-friendly organic materials. The shades add a new level of softness and natural beauty. The texture of these layered with drapery panels will create a warm, elegant look. • Solar Shades – are perfect for patios and sunrooms. They deflect the sun’s rays providing UV protection for your furnishings and help cool the room, reducing energy costs.

DRAPERIES To transform a room and create a custom look, choose custom draperies. With all the colors, textures, and patterns available, you can express your personal style. By adding embellishments and decorative hardware, you’ll have a truly custom look that’s nothing short of amazing. Many of these options can be cordless or motorized with smart home apps to create a more carefree and convenient environment for your home.

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hen it comes to picking out the centerpiece for a room, everyone starts with the color. White marble countertops seem to be the premier choice. With its high fashion look and trademark veining, white marble was instantly crowned king of the stone world, but its yearly maintenance and daily cleaning requirements can be a bigger hassle than some buyers want. Fear not, there is a durable, hassle-free alternative that is currently sweeping the market–Quartz. This is an engineered stone made up of ground quartz, which is then combined with polyester resins to bind it and pigments to give it color.

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For years, Quartz had a bad name due to lack of color, pigment, finish or detail options, but that is no longer the case. You can now select from an enormous range of colors and patterns including marble-looks, limestonelooks, and concrete-looks. Don’t just be picky with the color, how about the finish? Leather, polished or even honed, the feel can make all the difference. Engineered Stone is made from one of the hardest materials in the world, making your daily family messes a concern of the past. With options ranging from Cambria to Ceasarstone and exclusive selections of Polar Stone, Teltos and Obious, you are provided with every option you could possibly need. With the highest level of craftsmanship and state of the art technology you can bring any design dream to life. Don’t settle for a countertop you’ll regret, pick one that will not only withstand the test of time but look as stylish as you are. Define your home’s look with Distinctive Details. 28 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

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How to Handle Home Renovations Provided by Southern Bath & Kitchen The majority of home owners in the Lake Area are going through some form of home renovations. Home renovations can be overwhelming. Where to start? What rooms should you tackle first? Should you do a complete overhaul, or just a few updates? Can we do it ourselves, or should we hire someone? First thing you should come up with is a realistic budget for your family’s needs. For most people, the kitchen is the hearth of the home. Maybe you are a large family and you need more room for your family dinners. Maybe you’re a family that likes to host events and holidays, and needs a large buffet area for all of your dips and desserts. Or maybe you like the way your kitchen is now, and all you want is a new sink and faucet to add a new spark of life to it. What about that bathroom remodel that always seems to be pushed onto the “around to it” list? One of the best ways to increase a home’s value is to remodel a bathroom, but we all know what kind of pain that can be, and it can end up costing much more than you anticipated. New bathroom fixtures, a new freestanding bathtub, a walk-in tile shower, and before you know it you’ve exceeded the budget you had planned. Maybe all your bathroom needs are some new faucets, towel bars, toilet paper holder, and a new vanity mirror to improve the space. No matter how big or small your bath and kitchen renovation project or budget is, we can help you turn those ideas into your new favorite rooms in your home. Stop by our showroom and realize just how easy a bath and kitchen renovation can be. 26 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

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How to Protect You & Your Family from Mosquitoes Provided by Mosquito Authority When performed properly by trained mosquito control professionals, back yard mosquito treatments can help to reduce the danger and risk posed by disease-carrying mosquitoes, but there are things every homeowner can do to help protect themselves and their family in their own backyard. • DRAIN. Remove all standing water; a mosquito only needs about a tablespoon of standing water to lay her eggs. Common locations for standing water include: •C logged rain gutters and corrupted drainpipes: Consider installing a gutter screen over your new gutters to prevent the collection of leaves. •B ird baths, pet bowls, and planters: You should routinely flush these areas with fresh water or use a larvicidal granules or dunks in areas that you are unable to do so. • Children’s toys and kiddie pools: These items should be kept free of water when not in use. • DRESS. Loose-fitting, light-colored clothing (and long pants & sleeves when appropriate) is best. Mosquitoes can bite through loose-weave and tight-fitting clothing. • DEFEND. EPA-registered repellents are reviewed & approved to pose minimal risk when used properly. The most effective repellents include DEET, Picaridin, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, or IR3535 as one of the active ingredients. Be sure to stick with topical applications. Wrist bands, patches, and bug zappers are not recognized as effective ways to repel mosquitoes. Creams, sprays, or liquids applied directly to the skin are best. Also, be sure to always follow the instructions. Please note that repellents are not recommended for babies younger than 2 months old and products containing Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus should not be used on children younger than 3 years old. Lastly, a useful landscaping tip if you are considering using a professional mosquito control company is to plant shrubbery and plants around your outdoor seating areas, helping to create a barrier. Low-to-the ground, broad-leaf shrubbery is recommended to get the most out of your mosquito control application. 30 DESIGN & BUILD 2021

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Second Chances Provided by Monique Breaux, POSH Exclusive Interiors Interior spaces deserve to be fabulous and often need a second chance, with a seasoned design eye. Some of my dearest design projects are transforming a space that was once tired and used up into something classically modern and timeless. Every space, regardless of the size, deserves to be spectacular. Finding the perfect appointments for that space requires both time and BEFORE focus.