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SPRING/SUMMER 2016 CONTENTS
32 FEATURES
32 FARMHOUSE CHIC The Making of a Modern Farmhouse. By Paige Porter Fischer
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LIVING THE DREAM Rooms with a View. By Paige Porter Fischer
DEPARTMENTS 08 EDITOR’S PAGE
28 MBA BUILT
10 CALENDAR
Marin Builders Association Member Rempe Construction.
12 HE SAID SHE SAID
52 MADE OF MARIN
Wall-to-Wall-to-Wall. Designing with Carpets and Wallpaper.
Sipping in Sonoma.
14 THE NAIL DOWN Must Haves and Must Dos for Your Outdoor Oasis.
22 HOME WITH HOUZZ Meet Shades of Green Landscape Architecture.
24 THE SHOP Tame the Clutter.
RESOURCES 61 HOME RESOURCE GUIDE Licensed Marin Builders Association Members for Your Next Home Improvement Project.
54 GREEN CORNER Is Your Home Energy Efficient? Smart Upgrades That Pay Off.
58 MBA BULLETIN Marin Builders Association’s Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser.
Need a professional? Look for this arrow icon throughout Marin Home, and find web links to learn more about our features, Marin Builders Association members, local professionals and the services they provide.
74 MEET A MEMBER A Concrete Perspective. David Whiteside of Whiteside Concrete Construction.
ON THE COVER: Farmhouse Chic - Full story on page 32. Architecture by SB Architects, sb-architects.com Interior Design by Myra Hoefer Design, myrahoeferdesign.com
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here comes the sun THE TRANSITION FROM SPRING TO SUMMER IS A FAVORITE time here at Marin Home. As the days get longer and the evenings get warmer, we move our lives outside. From daytime hikes or leisurely days sun-soaking by a pool, to evenings filled with entertaining under starlit skies. Spring and summer have us feeling good! This time of year finds us seeking a form of renewal in both ourselves and our homes—something much deeper than a cursory annual spring cleaning. We want to freshen up and transform spaces in our homes (both indoors and out) to match the lightness and playfulness of our spring and summer personas. Think: bright, colorful, fresh, and of course, welcoming! If your outdoor spaces could use a refresh too, I suggest you start with our Patio Picks and Outdoor Must Haves and Must Dos for inspiration. As always, we’ve shared our favorite outdoor looks in a range styles to help you find what resonates most with your home design aesthetic. After all, your home isn’t just a structure—it’s you! For more inspiration, look to our neighbors to the north. We feature some stunning Sonoma properties in this issue—from a midcentury hilltop home to the luxurious Farmhouse Inn to some of the most stylish tasting rooms and wineries in Sonoma. By the time you finish this issue you will be ready to spring your home into summer and let the transformations begin!
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CALENDAR MAY 18 North Bay Business Journal's 2016 Construction Conference 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ DoubleTree Hotel, Rohnert Park
21-22 Marin Home & Garden Expo @ Marin County Civic Center Fairgrounds & Exhibit Hall, San Rafael
22, 29, June 5, 11, 12, 19 Marin Mountain Play Presents West Side Story @ Mount Tamalpais Theatre, Mill Valley
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Marin Builders Association 2016 Scholarship Awards, Past Presidents & Honorary Members Reception @ Jason's Restaurant, Greenbrae
Italian Street Painting Festival CIAO BELLA ROMA 10 AM - 8 PM @ Downtown San Rafael
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“What a Ride!” 75th Marin County Fair @ Marin County Civic Center Fairgrounds & Lagoon, San Rafael
2 Marin Builders Association Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up 10 AM - 11 AM @ Lucas Valley Park-and-Ride off Northbound 101, San Rafael
24 - Sept. 25 Marin Shakespeare Festival @ Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, Dominican University San Rafael
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Oh, hello, Aries! You’re the first sign in the Zodiac! It’s great to be first. So why not be the first of your astrological amigos to jump into spring cleaning? Now is the perfect time to tackle those organization projects you’ve been ignoring all winter with a fresh perspective. Closets are a great place to start! After you’ve channeled your inner Marie Kondo and purged to the max, trick out your closet with some fun, new storage pieces. Consider sturdy wire baskets for a sleek industrial look or clear acrylic boxes for a modular feel. Think about out-of-thebox storage solutions too. Remember that super-cute vintage wine rack you saw at the flea market? Repurpose it to store scarves or clutch purses! Add some fresh paint and some funky contact paper for accents, and your spring closet has sprung!
Warmer days mean more outdoor time, and that means you’re in your element, Taur baby! Your passion for gardening and working with your hands is about to come in handy. (See what we did there?) Get down and dirty, and freshen up your outdoor space. Pull out the power-washer and make your patio shine. Next, pick a clean, fresh palate to highlight the fruits of your labor. This season, we’re swooning over navy, white, and orange—a fresh, classic combination your inner preppy loves. Pair crisp, bold outdoor pillows in navy and white (maybe add a monogram for added punch!) with vibrant orange ceramic pots for completely pulledtogether look. Toss in some chic metal hurricane lamps and a few strings of white sparkly lights and—bam!—you’re ready to rock the warmer weather in style!
Well, well, well, little Gem, aren’t you happy to see longer days? Your love of life means you want to pack as much into those daylight hours as possible. So why not start with a little rearranging? We know you really hate repetition so take a look around your house and consider a Feng shui change up. Freshening up your tired old go-to set-ups will get new energy flowing this season! Think about arranging brand new conversation areas. Instead of that large dated couch, how about two dreamy chairs and a table? Outside we love big, bright throw pillows around a low-slung patio table topped with succulents. And how about turning that awkward nook in your kitchen into a cozy reading space? Sure, why not! Oh and that ottoman in the bedroom? Cover it with a cute tray, some funky candles and some fun books for the perfectly indestructible family room table. The possibilities, like that imagination of yours, are endless!
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DEAR HE, So I finally got up the nerve to rip up all of the wall-towall carpet in my house. Initially I was excited about the idea of hardwood floors, but I’m now faced with the reality that my old discolored floors look worse than the carpet. Eek! I just wanted to freshen up my space! I didn’t intend to break the bank when I started this project and now I’m worried I’ve made a huge mistake. Any advice? Madeline, San Rafael
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What are your thoughts on wallpaper? I have a small bathroom that I want to freshen up. Wallpaper seems like a good option, but when I think wallpaper, I think old and outdated. I’m terrified of choosing the wrong pattern and taking the space back in time instead of updating it. What do you think?
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SHE SAID I’m a HUGE fan of wallpaper! It’s come a long way, baby. (Raise your hand if you had Holly Hobbie wallpaper in your childhood bedroom! Oh, just me? Okay.) These days there are so many beautiful patterns and colors—the possibilities are quite literally endless. Small bathrooms have so much potential when you take the time and make smart design decisions.
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Something to keep in mind though is the repeat. The repeat refers to the number of inches it takes before the pattern begins again. Believe it or not, large patterns with a small repeat (the pattern repeats frequently) make a huge statement. Small patterns with large repeats (the pattern repeats infrequently, and there’s more space between the images) tend to fall flat in a small space and can be visually uninteresting. Pro tip: designs with a large repeat might require more paper because you may waste more when you’re trying to match up the design at the seams. (The same holds true for fabric when you’re recovering that chair you scored off Craigslist.) I love a big, bold print paired with high-gloss trim. Have an affinity for the tropics? What about a dramatic vintage leaf pattern in rich greens and corals? Toiles can be a fun addition to any bathroom, and the themes are endless so you don’t have to look very far for a paper that suits your fancy. A monkey holding a parasol riding an elephant? Yep, here’s a toile for that! The most important thing is to spend some time choosing the right pattern for you. Find a store that specializes in wallpaper, and take sample books home with you. Think about paint color and accents and whether or not you want to paper the entire bathroom or just one accent wall. Most of all, don’t be intimidated! Your local home improvement store can help you with the logistics of wallpapering, and many offer classes or workshops. Paper on, my friend! -She
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MUST DO COLORFUL CREATION A whimsical waterfall created by Gary Marsh Design proves to be just the right addition to any inviting garden. A bright pop of color creates a focal point and conversation piece that makes your backyard a welcoming and relaxing place to linger. Gary Marsh Design Novato 415.509.7194 garymarshdesign.com
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MUST HAVE PATHWAY PERFECTION For those who desire both purposeful design and function, these solid brass flood, step, and deck LED lights from Frontgate illuminate steps, staircases, and more with unpretentious class. These lights are a great way to optimize viewing and ensure safe footing in the evening hours.
MUST DO LIGHT THE WAY Outdoor lighting is essential to making the most of your backyard. But there’s no reason it needs to be utilitarian. Illuminate your space in style! This stairway by Joseph Farrell Architecture exudes classiness with its simple, sophisticated, and functional design. Joseph Farrell Architecture Novato 415.884.2860 farrellarc.com
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MUST DO BOUNTIFUL BACKYARD Professional or amateur chefs will find themselves in culinary heaven in this outdoor kitchen built by Riptide Construction. The all-inclusive design is sure to inspire you to keep cooking up tasty dishes for all to enjoy. Riptide Construction Santa Rosa 707.490.4876 riptideconstruction.com
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10 Tips for Getting Your Home Organized This Spring by Kelly Berg | Story & Space
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hat is it about clutter? We clean stuff out; we get more stuff. We clean it out again, and it comes right back. Again and again. It seems like a never-ending cycle, doesn’t it? Fortunately, there are tools you can use to combat clutter and make sure that you are in charge of your stuff, not the other way around. And with spring being Mother Nature’s own season of rebirth and renewal, there is no better time than now to tame the clutter.
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START SMALL Tackle one category at a time. Maybe start with all your board games, kitchen spices, or cleaning products. If you try to tackle an entire room at once, you can easily get overwhelmed. Start with a closet. Or maybe just a dresser drawer. The key is to focus on one very manageable area of organization at a time.
2 DESIGNATE SPACES Eliminate dumping grounds. This is the place where you toss everything you don’t know what to do with. Instead of dumping grounds, put things where they belong. Junk mail goes directly into the recycle bin, for example. Shoes and clothes go back into the closet. Keys go into a dish or get hung on a hook. If you don’t have a spot for everything, make one.
3 CLEAR OUT MULTIPLES You don’t need 12 pairs of reading glasses. Or eight iPhone chargers. If you find that you are hanging on to multiples, then it’s time to scale down. Donate extra usable items, and create a designated spot for the items you do keep. You’ll not only save space but also time because you won’t constantly be searching for that thing that you need.
4 VALUE BEAUTY AND FUNCTION Be thoughtful about what you keep as well as what you don’t keep. This can be hard sometimes, but the general rule of thumb is to only keep things that are beautiful or functional. And if something is beautiful and functional, you’ve definitely got a keeper.
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5 BE MINDFUL OF SENTIMENT Sentiment is clutter’s best friend. Many times we will keep something because it triggers our heart and soul with memories and emotions. But we have to remember that stuff is only stuff. You can keep a memory without keeping the thing. Getting rid of stuff can be painful, but it’s necessary to live in the present. Keep a few sentimental pieces and truly cherish them by creating a special place for them in your home. Then let the rest go.
“AND IF YOU FEEL ALONE, KNOW THAT YOU ARE NOT. BECAUSE WE ALL HAVE A LITTLE HOARDER IN EACH OF US.”
6 RELEASE THE GUILT Many times we will keep something only because someone gave it to us. But too often these gifts are emotionally burdensome. They can bring up feelings of guilt because we know we are supposed to be appreciative. Even if we don’t like it. We are supposed to hang on to it for-EVER, or else we feel disrespectful and ungrateful. Forget it. It’s your home. Keep what you like. Get rid of what you don’t. Because when you do get rid of it, whatever “it” is, guess what you also get rid of? That emotional burden of guilt. Out of sight, out of mind.
7 FIX OR TOSS It can be so tempting to hang on to things that need repair. But many times this stuff never gets fixed and turns into clutter. Be real about what’s broken. Either fix it or toss it. Or donate it to someone who will fix it. But don’t live with broken things. They just remind us of something we need to do but never get to. More guilt. Again, out of sight, out of mind.
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• Could organizing get any cuter? Keep your rings in order with these adorable Zoola Animal Ring Holders from West Elm. $8. www.westelm.com • Great for small spaces, the Up Against The Wall Bin Paper Holder from The Land Of Nod keeps art supplies up and out of the way. $29. www.landofnod.com
8 RESIST THE URGE TO STOCKPILE It’s easy to collect things when you happen upon a good deal. That toilet paper is sooooo cheap, you need four 24-packs. Never mind that you don’t really have room for it. You can justify those deals all day long, but every time you bring home more than you need you are creating clutter.
9 MAKE IT FUN Let’s face it—getting organized is not always the most fun and exciting activity. It can be dusty, sweaty, and emotional. When you have multiple members in the household, you may even have a few arguments as you try to agree on what is and isn’t clutter. But organizing doesn’t have to be all bad. Turn on some music, make a plan for tackling one area at a time, and remind yourself that you are doing something good for you and your home.
10 BE KIND TO YOURSELF
Containers like this one from Heath Ceramics come in handy for the small stuff. Cotton swabs, paperclips and spare change never looked so good. $54. www.heathceramics.com
This is so very important. Always treat yourself with kindness. Organizing can be an emotionally difficult process. It’s change, and change is not always easy. But you can do it. You might struggle a bit, but if you honor your feelings, you can set some of your stuff free. And if you feel alone, know that you are not. Because we all have a little hoarder in each of us.
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MBA BUILT Rempe Construction leads a sophisticated and modern remodel with Marin Builders Association dream team. text by Marin Home Staff
Marin Builders Association (MBA) members are known for their craftsmanship, attention to detail, and stylish and innovative designs. So when MBA members team up on a project, the results are nothing short of stunning. PROJECT SUMMARY The primary goal of the remodel was to remove visual barriers that were part of the original design and to update the outdated finishes on this early ’90s home. Every effort was made to take advantage of the light and views. Partitions were removed, doors relocated, and solid stucco railings were replaced on the decks to provide unobstructed views of Tamalpais, open space, and the bay. The master bedroom and bath were carefully laid out to have better flow and accommodate more storage. Incredible detail was incorporated into the space to make the area feel modern, simple, and sophisticated. Great care was taken to marry each material with an adjacent material to give the room a calm, cohesive feel. The family room orientation was changed to allow for a cozy arrangement of furniture for watching TV or gatherings for parties. The kitchen took advantage of the existing window configuration while adding custom cabinets, bar seating, modern appliances, and a larger, more useful island. The finishes are practical and timeless. The changes in the living and dining rooms are subtle. Lowering partitions, removing heavy trim, and adding a glass rail to the stairway increased the view to the outside and flow through to the deck. The exterior stucco trims were removed to give the house a more contemporary feel, and to have a cleaner look as you sit on the nearly 1000-square-foot blue stone deck. The upper deck rails were replaced with glass to take advantage of the view, and the lower decks were retrofitted with stainless steel rails and blue stone to continue the modern theme.
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General Contractor Rempe Construction rempe.com Architect Hubbell Daily Architects hubbelldaily.com Photography Trevor Henley henleyphotography.com
THE CREW MARIN BUILDERS ASSOCIATION MEMBERS Aurora Cabinets & Countertops, Inc. auroracabinets.com
Hurricane Hauling & Demolition Inc. hurricanehauling.com
Mike Testa Plumbing, Inc. miketestaplumbing.com
Empire Floors - Ternary Associates Inc. empireflooringca.com
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Old Town Glass, Inc. otglass.com Spoor Masonry & Tile, Inc. spoorstone.com
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FARMHOUSE CHIC T H E M A K I N G O F A M O D E R N FA R M H O U S E
Story by Paige Porter Fischer Photography by Cesar Rubio
Artist Tina Wainwright made her detailed paintings of horses look old in the spa’s treatment rooms, which are loosely modeled after stables. Polished elements like Carrara marble blend effortlessly with shiplap-style wall treatments and corrugated metal ceilings.
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t’s been said that simplicity is the ultimate sign of sophistication. Recent trends in architecture and design echo that sentiment, as more and more structures nod to one of the simplest and most timeless styles: the rustic farmhouse. Inspired by one of the earliest forms of American architecture—the humble barn structure—the agrarian look never has been more coveted, or beautifully interpreted, as it is now.
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hink rustic shiplap paneling and chalk-white wainscoting.
Imagine sturdy furnishings, such as farmhouse tables and tall hutches, beautifully weathered from centuries of use. Picture metal roofs and pitched ceilings buoyed by salvaged wooden beams. Then visualize largescale, industrial elements that are more than welcome indoors. These thoughtful details compose the modern farmhouse style. Perhaps it’s a nod to our Quaker roots; or maybe it’s a desire to return to a simpler time, when the home was not so precious because it was meant to be lived in— and loved—by many. Whatever the reasons, the popularity of this classic American look is undeniable—from city lofts and suburban homes to country inns and metropolitan shops.
In the Bay Area, nothing exemplifies this aesthetic more authentically than the impeccable Farmhouse Inn in west Sonoma County. This luxurious property has put small-town Forestville on the map of design-savvy travelers. The inn, once a sleepy—and dated—bed and breakfast, was purchased and ultimately transformed by Catherine Bartolomei-Smith and Joe Bartolomei, a brother-and-sister team who saw vast potential in its bones and promise in its peaceful, idyllic setting—not far from their grandparents’ ranch.
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In the Farmhouse suites, a strong indoor-outdoor connection is part of the sense of luxury, with fireplaces that warm both the interiors and the patios/terraces. Simple board-andbatten walls, lofty ceilings, fourposter beds, slipcovered furniture, and stone fireplaces nod to the original farmhouse aesthetic.
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Farmhouse is known for its stunning exteriors, outfitted in a perfect shade of yellow that’s at once fresh and cheerful. Hallmarks of the farmhouse architectural style include board-and-batten exteriors, metal roofing, cupolas, and a connection to the outdoors by way of a porch. The owners worked with the architects to ensure that the new east and west buildings on the property played to the style and felt completely at home with the rest of the buildings that were already there.
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“WE JUST WANTED SIMPLE AND CLEAN ARCHITECTURE THAT HAD A FARMHOUSE VIBE, SOMETHING THAT WOULD FEEL INTRINSICALLY A PART OF THE PROPERTY”
The new east and west buildings are anchored by a pedestrian-friendly courtyard, complete with rustic water features and pebbled walkways, which the owners and architects opted for over cement sidewalks, to nod to the inn’s history and the farmhouse aesthetic
Together, they took a leap of faith and bought the property, which is anchored by an 1879 farmhouse that now houses the Michelin-starred Restaurant at Farmhouse Inn. “Catherine and I took on this project because we saw so much potential in the property, and we knew from the beginning that we could grow the original Farmhouse into something much better, and bigger,” says Joe, whose interest in architecture and passion for remodeling came in handy as the duo planned the property’s first expansion: a modern barn, which would house eight additional luxury suites. “We just wanted simple and clean architecture that had a farmhouse vibe, something that would feel intrinsically a part of the property,” he says. “I couldn’t walk into a Barnes & Noble without picking up a book on American barns. We tore out images from magazines, bookmarked pages from design books, and created storyboards for every single project, whether it was exterior details or interior spaces.”
In the spa, housed in a building lovingly referred to as the “carriage house,” a long, light-filled hallway boasts Dutch doors leading to treatment rooms.
They ultimately decided they wanted their version of the farmhouse aesthetic to be more Americana and less regional—because a century-old Sonoma barn likely would have been made of unfinished redwood. “We wanted something cleaner and a little less rustic in feel than that,” says Joe, who focused on simple farm elements that felt reminiscent of a bygone era. “When we completed the barn, our aesthetic was set, and we knew that, moving forward, we had a definite style direction.”
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hile Joe dedicated himself to the architectural details, Catherine worked with the late Myra Hoefer, a heralded Healdsburg designer known for her unapologetic devotion to large-scale accessories, plush furnishings, and timeless textiles. They relied heavily on a warm, neutral palette and natural textures, like wools and linens.
“Our decor is residential, comfortable, and pretty timeless,” says Catherine, whose attention to detail and passion for interior design served her well in the project. “Think snapping white sheets and garden flowers. Think slipcovers—fitted linen and white denim—and four-poster beds. The clean, simple aesthetic feels fresh and modern. But the lines are all very classic.” The interior design decisions were driven by a desire to create a product different than a modern hotel room. Catherine and Joe wanted people to feel like they were staying in a home; they didn’t want the suites to mirror commercial, hospitality-grade rooms, where the look or experience is often formulaic. Instead, they wanted the accommodations to remind people of times they might have stayed in someone’s guest suite—someone who took the time to set up a nicely appointed space and make their guests feel treasured and welcomed. The end product was at once cozy and luxurious, inviting and serene. Results were so well received that demand for reservations grew, necessitating another expansion. The second growth phase, carried out in 2014, added two new buildings, housing nine more suites, as well as an exquisite “carriage house” for the spa. The goal in phase two was to create more rooms without losing the sense of intimacy and authenticity that guests had come to love and appreciate. Catherine and Joe hired San Francisco-based SB Architects, known for their work with luxury hotels around the globe, to help them achieve their vision.
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“The main part of our directive was to make sure everything flowed together, because the vision and aesthetic already existed,” says Heather Hebert, director of marketing for SB Architects. “The heritage rooms at the front of the property were smaller, and the barn rooms in the back of the property were quite expansive,” she says. “We needed something in the middle, size and cost-wise, and the two additional buildings provide that. They’re very much agrarian in feel, in keeping with the other structures, but the positioning of them was key, and creating pedestrian walkways and sight lines through the property was important to establish a feeling of intimacy and openness at once.” For the expansion—nine new guest rooms, a new full-service spa, and a total facelift to the grounds—the owners were most imperative about one thing: “We truly wanted the buildings around the property to look like they were here all along, to feel authentic to the location and give no sign whatsoever that they were built at different times,” says Joe. They made sure they were consistent as they went along and kept all the elements—from the board-and-batten siding and whitewashed trim to the intricate rockwork and tin roofs—repeated across the property. “We balanced a lot of traditional with a little bit of modern and created a nice balance,” says Joe. The marriage of old and new works in the new spa building as well. Modeled after a rustic stable, the carriage house boasts treatment rooms whose Dutch doors lead onto a light-filled breezeway, adorned with oversize Colonial-style lanterns. Catherine hired artist Tina Wainwright to hand paint horses on the walls of the treatment rooms, a nod to the equestrian theme. “It was very important to me to mix high and low, rustic and modern,” says Catherine. “In the new spa, I think we really hit that spot on. Big rustic elements mixed with marble, huge mirrors, and gorgeous porcelain tile that looks like barn wood.”
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“WE WANTED IT TO FEEL LIKE WE STUMBLED UPON THESE OLD BARNS AND BUILDINGS AND SIMPLY BROUGHT THEM BACK TO LIFE” Sliding barn doors with iron hardware separate the suites and close off the closets. Light fixtures made out of galvanized milk buckets announce the entrances to the suites. The exterior of almost every building boasts a cupola and bits of corrugated metal roofing. Rock walls and decomposed granite pathways evoke a sense of history. “When someone asks me how long it took to restore these buildings, it’s like music to my ears, because that’s what we wanted all along,” says Joe. “We wanted it to feel like we stumbled upon these old barns and buildings and simply brought them back to life.”
For more information on the Farmhouse Inn or to book a reservation, visit farmhouseinn.com Architecture by SB Architects, sb-architects.com Interior Design by Myra Hoefer Design, myrahoeferdesign.com
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A former parking lot became a grassy, pedestrian-friendly area, hemmed by traditional rock walls. “One of the single biggest improvements was creating a space for people to be outside,” says Heather Hebert of SB Architects. “It was relocating all the parking to the front of the property, in order to create this pedestrian-friendly grassy area and courtyard between the barn and the newer buildings. That made such a big difference right away and turned something that was already good into something that was excellent.”
On the patio of the spa treatment rooms, industrial elements like corrugated metal-wrapped outdoor showers mix with weathered wood walls for a modern farmhouse vibe.
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“It was built in 1965 by a famous local guy named Dick St. Laurent, who owned the Chevy dealership in Sonoma. The house had these massive double doors, and Dick would drive his ’65 and ’66 Corvettes through them and into the house to display them. And he’d shine one of those old military spotlights into the sky, and everyone in Sonoma knew that meant he was having people over for cocktails. Legend has it that people would come drink martinis and look at the view—and some would come home with a new Corvette.” The memory of this show-stopping house stayed with Michael for years, and he often considered buying it. But it passed through several owners’ hands before the timing was right. “When I could finally afford the house, it had unfortunately been remodeled with more of a Mediterranean look, which didn’t fit the architecture at all,” he says. “And the neighbors’ trees hadn’t been trimmed in years, so the view was gone. But I knew the potential was there to take it back to what it was before—and perhaps make it even better.”
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wenty-five years ago, California Wine Tours’ founder and CEO Michael Marino attended a party at a special property in Sonoma, set on a hillside with sweeping views of the small town. “I can’t explain it, but I had a connection with this house,” he remembers.
After much negotiating, the trees were pruned within two weeks of the Marinos closing escrow. “When the real estate agent stopped by to bring us an extra set of keys, she nearly had a heart attack when she looked out the windows,” says Michael. “No one who’d come through and looked at the house had any idea of the view I remembered from that party. And suddenly, there it was—that amazing view I’d never forgotten.”
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Michael and his wife, Valerie, wanted to capitalize on that view by taking the house back to its mid-century-modern roots and exposing it to the stunning vistas they had uncovered. That meant redesigning the backyard, which was incongruent and mostly unusable. They hired The Land Collaborative to transform the home’s landscape into an organized oasis for relaxing with their daughter, Lilli Ann, 7, and entertaining friends. Here’s how TLC’s president, landscape architect and contractor Brett McPherson, reinvented the outdoor spaces to honor the lines of the house, the sweeping views, and the Marinos’ desire to create multiple living spaces outside.
The couple, who entertains regularly, wanted the backyard to feel like an oasis. “There are so many places to spread out that, even if we have 100 people over here, it never feels crowded,” says Valerie, who chose Restoration Hardware for the outdoor furnishings. The Tuuci umbrellas are set into the concrete.
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“WHEN WE WERE REDESIGNING THE HOUSE AND THE PROPERTY AS A WHOLE, I THOUGHT, ‘LIFE IS SHORT. WHY NOT MAKE YOUR EVERYDAY HOUSE FEEL MORE LIKE A VACATION HOUSE?’” SAYS MICHAEL. “AND NOW, I COME HOME FROM WORK AND I NEVER WANT TO LEAVE.”
One of Michael’s primary requests in the remodel was the 32-foot sliding glass wall, an engineering feat that allows a seamless connection between the interior and exterior.
Q: Tell me a little bit about the scope of this project—it’s quite extensive. A: When TLC arrived on the project, Mike had engaged with a local architect for a complete building remodel. He was looking for a full landscape design for the property to take advantage of the indoor/outdoor relationship this midcentury-modern home had to offer. The original landscape was a conglomeration of old plants and bare spots, and the backyard was a mix of paving and planting projects—a general hodgepodge of non-cohesive landscape elements. Mike and Valerie wanted to fully refurbish the landscape to create a current mid-century-modern property with clean lines to enhance the house’s structure, to develop the front yard into a spectacular arrival experience for visitors, and secure private space for the family.
Q: I love the home’s entrance. It’s grand, but not in an ostentatious way. It’s quite simple, clean, and modern. A: Mike really wanted a porte cochere—fancy for carport— to provide cover when you arrive in a car and to add focus to the entry experience. I designed the structure to create a large covered arrival that enhanced the sense of focus and perspective to the front door from the pedestrian entry gate and walkway. The driveway was repaved with colored concrete, and I added more stone walls with beautiful detail, while tying all of the materials around the house front to back. Q: I love the consistency of the materials used in the project. A: Repetition of the three main materials—concrete, stone, and wood—is very important for cohesive landscapes and what I call “visually quiet” spaces. Too many materials—say, four to five-plus—can become very busy and disjointed.
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Q: There’s almost no division between the house and the lovely patio and pool area. How did that relationship evolve? A: The house was already there, but the connection inside to outside was not ideal. I designed the concrete patio to cover all exits from the main level, so they could go in and out of any room and not step down. This allows an uninterrupted flow for them, where the inside and outside are brought together. I wanted to tie the pool visually into the arrival and daily views from the house. So I used local stone to create walls defining the pool terrace. I created pool patio spaces for lounging in the shade of the oak trees, a seating arrangement next to the water feature at the main terrace level, sun lounging space with shade umbrella mounts seamlessly built into the patio, and a play lawn for their daughter and friends. Everything in the back yard is designed to take full advantage of the spectacular views— day and night, from inside and outside. Q: If you had to describe the style you were going for, how would you define it? A: The overall style is modern, to tie in with the era of the house. I wanted to create new elements that would stand up style-wise and functionally over time. This allowed me to use concrete for paved areas, locally sourced Sayr Quarry
stone for vertical planes and retaining walls, and wood elements for the deck, guardrails, gates, and fencing. All of the guardrails at the viewing deck and master bedroom deck use stainless steel cable rail to enhance the horizontal lines of the house and provide transparency with the property and distant landscape views. Q: What vegetation was already there, and what plantings did you bring in? A: There were mature old-growth oak trees and some large agave plants, which really establish the history and overhead canopy of the property. Otherwise the other plants were past their prime and an unorganized mix. I designed the garden with a mix of evergreen shrubs, flowering perennials, carpeting ground covers, and “no-mow” grass. The planting pallet includes ornamental varieties, native shrubs, and ground covers along with plants with varied leaf texture and colors. I like to use the change of color and textures for yearround interest and low maintenance. Q: Tell me about how you incorporated the water and fire features into the backyard plan. A: I designed the water feature in the upper back terrace with multiple visual and auditory thoughts in mind. When
“We took great care to create this sight line through the house—from the pedestrian walkway under the pergola out front through the house and across the backyard patios right to Fifth Street in downtown Sonoma,” says Michael.
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Michael and Valerie replaced a kidney-shaped pool with a rectangular one, to better reflect the angular house. Valerie was worried about the amount of concrete in the various patios, so they broke it up visually using colored concrete on the upper patio and blue stone on the lower patio.
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“I WAS A LITTLE WORRIED WE’D END UP WITH A CONCRETE JUNGLE,” SAYS VALERIE. “BUT WITH BRETT’S GUIDANCE WE ENDED UP WITH A NICE MIX OF MATERIALS THAT ARE MODERN BUT SOFT, AND IT LOOKS NATURAL AND WARM AND WELCOMING. IT TURNED OUT BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS.” you first arrive at the front door and it opens, the water feature is on axis with the door out the very large back glass sliding doors. This is meant to draw a person’s eye through the house out into the landscape and long valley view beyond. The fire features each have their own purpose. The upper fire feature is at the viewing deck—or, as I designed it, the “infinity edge” deck that seamlessly floats out into the valley view with no visual obstructions. This fire feature is a linear gas unit with Corten weathered steel sides for a monolithic fire element. It is enjoyed from the inside kitchen and living
room, as well as outside at night for heat and ambiance while enjoying the city lights and San Francisco view beyond the valley ridge line. The dining terrace fire feature is a square gas fire pit, providing a casual seating area adjacent to the dining table. It gives family and friends a spot to relax in the more intimate dining terrace area. Q: What are you most proud of in this project? A: I’m most proud of the full vision of my design integrating the home and landscape together.
Brett’s plans incorporated the old oak trees scattered around the property. “We didn’t want to take down any trees, only prune them to expose the view,” says Michael. “The property isn’t large—just about a quarter of an acre—but the landscape design makes it feel so much larger, because we use every single space.”
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sipping in sonoma Of the many reasons to love living in Marin, our proximity to world-class wineries is certainly at the top of our list. A short drive up to Sonoma, and you’ll have hundreds to choose from. When we’re planning a wine-country outing, we look for wineries and tasting rooms that pair their fabulous wines with impeccable design and unforgettable views. Check out these five faves next time you’re Sipping in Sonoma. by Liz Savage
pangloss cellars Pangloss Cellars takes its name from Voltaire’s eternal optimist Dr. Pangloss. Anyone who’s completed a remodel knows you need a good dose of optimism, especially when the project is a ninemonth restoration of a 114-year-old historic building on Sonoma’s town square, now the home of Pangloss Cellars. They recreated the original redwood and glass exterior, while inside the 4,000-squarefoot space they exposed the original stone walls and hand-sawn beams. The result is a warm and welcoming space that offers a variety of tasting experiences. Grab a seat at the bar, sample a flight in their tasting lounge, or make a reservation for a 90-minute private tasting in the cellar. Either way, you’ll be feeling a little better about the future. Pangloss Cellars | 35 East Napa Street | Sonoma 707.933.8565 | panglosscellars.com
larson family winery Delicious wine, scenic picnic grounds, bocce courts, and, of course, goats…what more do you need for a perfect day in Sonoma? This laidback family winery has deep roots in the region. The Larson family has owned the 100-acre ranch for almost 120 years. A dairy farm in the 1900s, by midcentury the ranch was home to the largest and longest-running rodeo in the Bay Area. Today, the barn-turnedtasting-room displays memorabilia from five generations on the Larson family farm. Pack a picnic, and bring the family too! Larson Family Winery | 23355 Millerick Road | Sonoma 707.938.3031 | larsonfamilywinery.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY: TOP COURTESY PANGLOSS CELLARS, BELOW COURTESY OF LARSON FAMILY WINERY
“They recreated the original redwood and glass exterior, while inside the 4,000-square-foot space they exposed the original stone walls and handsawn beams."
adastra winery tasting room One of the newest additions to historic Sonoma Plaza, Adastra Winery opened their tasting room in late-April. The space features rustic elements (including a redwood “barn” built from a recycled goat shed) that honor the heritage of Adastra’s vineyard in the Carneros region of Napa Valley. There are also hints of the (very) Old World—think Stone Age—a playful nod to Adastra’s sister label, Ed’s Red, whose label features its mammoth mascot. Adastra Winery Tasting Room | 5 East Napa Street | Sonoma 707.255.4818 | adastrawines.com
PHOTOGRAPHY: TOP COURTESY ADASTRA WINERY TASTING ROOM AND SONOMA-LOEB, BELOW COURTESY OF SCRIBE WINERY
sonoma–loeb tasting room No stranger to the Sonoma wine scene, Sonoma-Loeb has been making wine in the region for over 25 years, but now they are opening a new tasting room right in town. St. Helena-based designer Daniel Hale was enlisted to design the space—a tasting room that is both sophisticated and inviting, with lounge-style seating, warm woods, dark metals, and polished concrete floors. Hale also designed a showstopper art piece for behind the bar, an abstract grid made from reclaimed grape stakes. Sonoma-Loeb Tasting Room | 27 East Napa Street, Suite A Sonoma | 707.934.8363 | sonoma-loeb.com
scribe A palm-lined driveway leads you into the historic property now owned by brothers Andrew and Adam Mariani, fourth-generation California farmers. Tastings at Scribe have a low-key vibe that suits the natural setting. There’s no formal tasting room here. Instead you’ll be guided through a sampling of four wines at picnic tables overlooking their Sylvaner and Riesling vineyards. To accommodate these hosted tastings, reservations are required. Scribe | 2100 Denmark Street | Sonoma | 707.939.1858 | scribewinery.com
“A low-key vibe that suits the natural setting.”
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arin County is host to a beautifully diverse housing stock, from rustic ranch-style homes and mid-century Eichlers to Craftsman-style bungalows and 1920s Queen Anne Victorians. Many of these homes still maintain their original features, which can offer a fascinating look back into the history of California architectural styles and building technologies. Sitting in a 100-year-old Victorian next to a wood-burning stove on a cold January night can give you a glimpse into how we used to live before smartphones, Nest thermostats, and electric vehicles. Fortunately, we can make improvements in our homes without losing their original charm. Old furnaces can be replaced by newer, more efficient models; insulation can be improved in walls, ceilings, and crawlspaces; and home performance contractors can seal up leaks in your duct system and building envelope to bring a truly modern feel to your home without changing that old-home character.
Right now is a great time to improve your home’s efficiency through the Energy Upgrade California® Home Upgrade rebate program. You can receive up to $6,800 in rebates to help cover the cost of your project. Home Upgrade takes a “whole-house” or systems approach to energy efficiency. The whole-house approach considers the house as an energy system with interdependent parts, each of which affects the performance of the entire system. This approach works well with older homes that can be drafty and in need of insulation improvements. In addition, a Home Upgrade Advisor can provide free, one-to-one assistance to help homeowners through every step of the upgrade. Home Upgrade Advisors are Building Performance Institute-certified energy efficiency professionals who can explain energy efficiency options, help you select an appropriate participating contractor, and help you navigate project installation and >>
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CALL MARIN ROTO-ROOTER TO FIND OUT If you are planning to purchase a home, having Marin Roto-Rooter do a VIDEO INSPECTION of the underground sewer pipe may be a good idea. The inspection will reveal any flaws with the sewer before you buy and inherit a problem. The cost of repairing or replacing an underground sewer may add up to thousands of dollars making a relatively inexpensive camera inspection a good investment. NEED A SEWER LINE REPLACEMENT? GO TRENCHLESS! Our trenchless pipe replacement virtually eliminates the disruption and mess that digging causes. And it can cost less overall!
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SPECIAL PROMOTION
GREEN CORNER
REBATES = AFFORDABLE ENERGY UPGRADES A QUICK GUIDE TO HOME UPGRADE ENERGY SAVINGS There are two paths for rebates: Advanced Home Upgrade and Home Upgrade. The Advanced Home Upgrade rebate goes up to $6,500 and is based on how much energy is saved from the project. The more efficient a homeowner makes their house, the bigger the rebate. Home Upgrade is a bit more straightforward. It does not require an initial assessment, and the rebate is calculated on what measures are included. Here are a few to note:
Save with these Rebates! Measure
DUCTS
FURNACE
WATER HEATER
Technical Specifications
Rebate Value
Duct Sealing
Seal to <10% for existing systems
$250
Duct Replacement
Seal to <6% for replacement ducts
$650
Building Air Sealing
>15% leakage reduction from vintage table defaults
$250
Building Air Sealing
>30% leakage reduction from vintage table defaults
$450
Attic Insulation & Air Sealing
Insulation >R-30
$550
Attic Insulation & Air Sealing
Insulation >R-44
$650
Wall Insulation
Insulate >R-13
$500
Floor Insulation
Insulate >R-19
$550
Duct Insulation
Insulate >R-8
$400
Furnace
>92% AFUE
$600
Furnace
>95% AFUE
$700
Wall Furnace
>70% AFUE
$400
Air Conditioner
> 15 SEER/12.7 EER
$750
Gas Storage Water Heater
EF >0.67
$350
Gas Storage Water Heater
EF >0.70
$450
Gas On-Demand Water Heater
EF >0.82
$900
Electric Storage Water Heater
EF >2.00
$400
High Efficiency Windows
< .25 SHGC & < 0.32 U-factor
$700
For more details visit www.marincounty.org/energyupgrade
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>> financing processes. The Home Upgrade Advisors are sponsored by the program and are not affiliated with any company selling products or services. You can contact a Home Upgrade Advisor by calling 866878-6008 or by submitting a brief form at BayAreaEnergyUpgrade. org. This site also features a list of participating contractors in the area. Homeowners who are ready to begin their upgrades can contact a participating contractor directly. A Home Upgrade Advisor can also help you identify financing options to fund your energy efficiency project. One option that recently became available in Marin County is Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing. A PACE loan allows residential and commercial property owners to
YOU CAN RECEIVE UP TO $6,800 IN REBATES.
AIR CONDITIONING
WINDOWS
finance energy efficiency, water efficiency, renewable energy, and seismic retrofit projects and repay the loan through a special line item on the tax bill. This allows for the loan to stay with the property, not the individual. You can compare different PACE providers with MCE’s My Energy Tool at: www.myenergytool. mcecleanenergy.com/ vendor/financing
You can read more about these and other programs designed to help Marin residents save energy by visiting www.marincounty.org/ energyupgrade or call our office at 415-473-2698.
DEBRIS BOXES - FAS T, EAS Y, GREE N We sort all boxes for recyclable and reusable materials.
For all non-hazardous materials including: wood sheetrock scrap metal concrete dirt rock yard waste Debris Box sizes include 3, 5, 10, 18, 25, 30 and 38-yard Dirt and Concrete Box sizes include 5 and 10-yard.
CALL 415-456-2601 TO ORDER Prompt, same day delivery on all orders made before noon. Monday – Friday: 6 AM to 5 PM Saturday: 7 AM to 12 PM
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• Asbestos Abatement
• Complete Building Demolition
• Lead Paint Abatement
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MBA BULLETIN
ANNUAL MARIN BUILDERS CRAB FEED A Benefit Event for the Marin Builders Association Scholarship Fund The Marin Builders Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser on February 12 in San Rafael was a night to remember. The event helps raise funds for the Marin Builders Annual Scholarship program. More than 20 high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in June. Since 1978, the association has awarded nearly one million dollars in scholarships. Special Thanks to All of Our Cornerstone Partners: Northbay biz, Golden State Lumber, Pacific Gas & Electric, Ghilotti Construction Company, Allied Administrators, Craford Benefit Consultants, Forward Push, Marin Clean Energy, North Bay Business Journal, Marin Sanitary Service, Mike Goldberg Creative, Thompson Builders Corporation, World Class Shows, Bank of Marin, Bob Kunst Painting, Inc., California Bank & Trust, Cal-West Rentals, CPi Real Estate, George Petersen Insurance, Ghilotti Bros., Inc., INsite Networks, Marin General Hospital, Marin Roto-Rooter, Schalich Bros. Construction
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Start your weekend right on Friday, August 26th! Join us for our 40th Annual Golf Classic hosted by Indian Valley Golf Club in Novato. This year’s TOP 40 theme will have you groovin’, boogyin’ and breakdancin’ all around the course.
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SCHEDULE 11:00 AM CHECK-IN AND BBQ LUNCH 12:30 PM SHOTGUN START 6:00 PM DINNER & AWARDS
marinbuilders.org/golf for registration and sponsorship opportunities call Christine at 415.462.1220 x109
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE
Letter from the Chief Executive Officer
ARE YOU
IN?
Become a MBA Cornerstone Partner The Cornerstone Partnership Program was developed by the MBA for a limited number of MBA members and is designed to reach the greater MBA and Marin community. It creates meaningful connections for our members.
Benefi ts Include Dear Marin Home Readers, Thank you for taking a tour of this issue of Marin Home Magazine, the premier publication of the Marin Builders Association. Did you know spring and summer are the ideal seasons to utilize top-notch local resources in Marin? Now is the time to take advantage of the end-of-winter construction season to get a head start on the landscaping, deep-cleaning, or remodeling project you’ve been thinking about. Our Marin Builders Association members are local, professional, and licensed experts with world-class expertise in many fields. They can help you get the job done so that you can move on to enjoy your spring. Our association provides an ongoing commitment to our community in Marin and has done so since 1958. One example— the Marin Builders Association Scholarship program continues in 2016 and has provided nearly one million dollars in scholarships to over 750 high school seniors across Marin over the past three decades. As you get ready to take on your next project, we encourage you to consider hiring a local member of the Marin Builders Association. When you hire a member, you demonstrate your support, care, and commitment to our community in Marin. Plus, when your projects are moving forward, you’ll be happy you helped to support a local business with local community ties. Please share with us your thoughts about the Marin Builders— past, present, or future! We’re here to help,
EXTENSIVE MEDIA PROMOTION COMMUNITY-WIDE RECOGNITION YEAR-ROUND POSITIVE AWARENESS ACROSS MARIN COUNTY
4 Levels of Membership PREMIER PARTNER SIGNATURE PARTNER SELECT PARTNER PLUS PARTNER
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OUT OF MEMBERSHIP Limited Number of Partnerships are available. To make your reservation email rick@marinba.org or call 415.462.1220 x 116
Rick Wells Chief Executive Officer, Marin Builders Association marinbuilders.org/cornerstone-partnership
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE
Licensed Contractors, Materials Suppliers & Associated Services ACCOUNTING Accuchex Corporation
Lilypad Homes
SRS Custom Integration
U.S. Bank
415.250.9317
lic. 815490 C7
916.788.7960
LilypadHomes.org
415.446.4119
usbank.com
McAuley Design Group 415.717.4545
Coughlan Napa CPA Company, Inc.
Audac
srscustomintegration.com
415.883.7733 X 110
accuchex.com
COMMUNICATIONS
AUTOMOBILE
lic. 445578 C7
Union Bank
415.459.3095
415.446.1859
audacsystems.com
unionbank.com
707.255.0677
Michael Harlock Architect
Bertolli’s Auto Body Shop, Inc.
coughlannapacpaco.com
415.924.5714
415.456.1992
harlockarch.com
bertollis.com
Aurora Cabinets & Countertops, Inc.
telepacific.com
Pedersen Assocs. Landscape Architects
Cartelligent Fleet
lic. 288206 D12,D24
415.331.4270
415.472.4171
415.456.2070
cartelligent.com/fleet
auroracabinets.com
CONCRETE, ASPHALT, GRAVEL & SAND
Lynch & Sons
California Space Organizers, Inc.
Able Concrete Pumping
lic. 866993 C61,D34
707.291.4334
EAC 415.499.9400
eckhoff.com Maher Accountancy
Simmonds & Associates, Inc.
415.459.9823
Mato Account Works
415.460.0460
415.472.3946
simmons-associates.com
BANKS & FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
APPLIANCES
Steve Wisenbaker AIA Architects & Planners
Bank of Marin
Martin & Harris
lic. C-8260
415.485.2265
415.454.2021
415.924.1020
bankofmarin.com
martin-harris.com The Land Collaborative
Bank of San Francisco
Monark Premium Appliance Company
lic. 954204 C27
415.489.7133
415.234.6812
bankofsf.com
415.453.6070
thelandcollaborative.com
monarkhome.com
ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS
Wagstaff + Rogers Architects 415.383.2160x102
Bilgart Design bilgartdesign.com
415.454.7477
calspaceorganizers.com
Bedrock Concrete Construction
Gaidmore Furniture
lic. 983442
415.884.2939
415.858.5975
Garvey Millworks
C.L.Y. Incorporated
415.519.0162
lic. 690380 C8,B,A
garveymillworks.com
707.763.6981
sonomamarin.com Integral Design 415.454.5025
Deluxe Shotcrete & Concrete Construction
integraldesignwoodworking.com
lic. 808915 C8,A
415.524.1212
calbanktrust.com
707.568.1200
Kitchens by Ken Ryan
deluxeshotcrete.com
415.897.3800
Presidio Bank
AUDIOVISUAL & LOW VOLTAGE
lic. 984434 C61,D06
lic. 537763 C6
California Bank and Trust
wagstaffarchitects.com 415.847.3585
707.766.0872
pedersenassociates.com
415.459.1249
mahercpa.com
TelePacific Communications
CABINETRY
kitchensbykenryan.com
Devincenzi Concrete Construction
RC Cabinets & Closets
lic. 326998 C8
lic. 985074 C6
707.546.3113
415.456.6000
presidiobank.com
Ken Kay Associates
High Definition Home Inc.
Redwood Credit Union
707.664.1900
lic. 2230-CA
lic. 814767 C7
707.545.4000
rccabinetsandclosets.com
415.956.4472
415.499.1400
redwoodcu.org
kenkaysf.com
highdefinitionhome.com
Dutra 415.258.6876
Steinbach Cabinets
dutragroup.com
lic. 694518 C6 415.453.7322
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE Imbimbo Concrete, Inc.
Energy Calc Company 415.457.0990
Mill Valley Refuse Service, Inc.
Jason Caldwell Electric, Inc.
ILS Associates, Inc.
lic. 638907 A,C8 650.991.3384
energycalcco.com
415.457.9760
lic. 985315 C10
ilscels.com
millvalleyrefuse.com
949.650.3337
RV Stich Construction, Inc.
Johnson Electric
John C. Hom & Associates
lic. 530135 A,B,C21
lic. 899161 C10
415.258.9027
510.412.9070
415.453.2325
DRYWALL
Maltby Electric Supply Co.
L.A. Stevens & Associates, Inc.
415.453.8300
415.382.7713
Marin Landscape Materials
Kies Strategies 415.209.0321
415.897.1337
cldrgravel.com
MasterDevCo 415.710.7161
Rich Readimix Concrete, Inc. 415.924.1040
Shamrock Materials, Inc.
Motivation According To Hoyle
Marelli Drywall
888.776.0984
lic. 705813 C9
timhoyle.com
415.472.0967
415.455.1575
lastevensinc.com Mike Brown Electric Company lic. 306767 C10
Project Management Services, LLC 415.827.1272
Sandler Training
Pat Trainor Drywall, Inc.
707.792.8100
415.606.8991
lic. 795763 C9
mbelectric.com
Van Midde & Son Concrete
lindapalermo.sandler.com
415.456.3550
lic. 676584 C8
Sessi Drywall lic. 541472 C9
lic. 513657 C10
vanmiddeconcrete.com
CREATIVE SERVICES, MARKETING & PR
Mike Mariani Electric, Inc.
415.472.6373
415.485.0631
Viking Pavers, Inc.
And Them Design
ELECTRICAL
Redwood Electric
lic. 970281 C61,D06
415.747.4345
510.215.0800
andthemdesign.com
shamrockmaterials.com
415.459.2530
415.883.9200
Ray Wrysinski, Civil Engineer 415.892.4874
Substrate, Inc 415.246.4920
vikingpavers.com
CONSTRUCTIONMANAGEMENT, SCHEDULING & ESTIMATING
Bay Area Electric
415.892.4900
lic. 994366 C-10
Craig Communications Inc
FENCING, DECKING & SIDING
707.292.0848
Strom Electric, Inc.
bayareaelectric707.com
lic. 480976 C10,C36
Clough Construction
415.453.1200
lic. 516987 B
925.759.0356
craig-communications.com
substrateinc.com
lic. 870103 C10
Electrix, Inc.
415.444.5554
lic. 677633 C10
Synapse Electric
Forward Push
415.485.0777
lic. 828101 C10
Dibble & Company
415.640.8009
eltrx.com
415.819.0668
lic. 392052
forwardpush.com
synapseelectric.com
cloughconstruction.com Kevin Marcinek, General Contractor
Henley Photography
Hannibal’s Inc. Electrical Construction
W. Bradley Electric, Inc.
Pound Management Inc.
415.302.2920
lic. 689576 C10
lic. 390741 C10,B,A,C46
510.653.0800
henleyphotography.com
415.457.4044
415.898.1400
Marin County Sidewall
hannibalsinc.com
wbeinc.com
lic. 831184 C61,D41
I. Cannan Electric
ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
415.488.4017
poundmgt.com Ross Construction Services
DEBRIS BOXES, HAULING & DEMOLITION
415.261.1590
CONSULTANTS
lic. 620203 B
707.778.8858 lic. 736435 C10 415.596.3676
Grange Debris Box Service & Wrecking Co.
icannanelectric.com
Arthur J. Lang Associates, Inc.
lic. 257220 C21 415.456.2712
Independent Electric Supply, Inc.
415.883.3577
Allied Administrators 415.989.7442
grangebox.com
707.577.7900
Buel Engineering
iesupply.com
415.491.0600
alliedadministrators.com Marin Sanitary Service
415.898.9510
marincountysidewall.com
FINANCIAL & MERCHANT SERVICES Advance Business Services 415.203.4247
415.456.2601
California Mortgage Advisors, Jeff Grady
marinsanitary.com
415.451.4888
members.marinbuilders.org/list
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE Homa Rassouli/Security 1 Lending
Just Carpets
415.717.4618
415.454.2743
lic. 976547 C15
Mitchell Marriott, Financial Advisor
Mertel Carpets
415.246.1751
415.479.2180
alphawmp.com
mertelcarpets.com
GENERAL BUILDINGRESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, NEW & REMODEL
Antonis Construction Building & Painting
Burns Builders
lic. 940470 B,C33
415.272.7751
antonisconstruction.com
Caletti Jungsten Construction
38 Degrees North Latitude Builders, Inc.
Aquatech Consultancy, Inc.
lic. 549463 B
lic. 809853
415.381.3162
lic. 838178 B
B,C39,C15,C33, D51
calettijungsten.com
415.459.1995
415.884.2121
707.280.5740
lic. 414490 C15
Smart Receivables
Pacificontract
415.388.3990
lic. 682766 C15
smartreceivables.com
415.258.9966
pacificontract.com
FIRE PROTECTION
lic. 871010 B
Cartwright Construction
noleak.com Abacus Group Builders, Inc.
Arntz Builders, Inc.
lic. 522340 B
lic. 727072 B,ASB
lic. 626464 B 415.453.7651
Rafael Floors
415.927.0667
415.382.1188
CDK Builders Inc.
Fire Technologies
lic. 178605 C15
abacusgb.com
arntzbuilders.com
lic. 644649 B
lic. 570216 C16,C36
415.456.3656
415.457.6805
rafaelfloors.com
Abel Maldonado Construction
Arrington Construction lic. 810317 B
CF Contracting
Todd Morris Fire Protection
FOUNDATIONS & GRADING
lic. 970422 B
415.460.1607
lic. 401466 B,C10,A
415.419.5643
415.823.7444
415.454.7919 toddmorrisfireprotection.com
FIREPLACES & CHIMNEYS Hearth & Home of Marin
415.721.7160
Asbestos Control Center
lic. 978422 C16
cfcontracting.com
Maloney Construction, Inc.
Absolute Action Construction
lic. 590867
lic. 959104 B,A
lic. 794757 C33,B
415.883.7856
Charles Melin, General Contractor
415.895.5304
415.497.1272
asbestoscontrolcenter.com
lic. 311858 B
Adventures In Production
B G Construction
A,B,HAZ,ASB,C33,C22
maloneyconstruction.net
415.461.2416
Whiteside Construction Corporation
lic. 943457 B
lic. 676193 B
Cherokee Construction
lic. 827357 B,C33,D34
415.602.4742
415.884.2180
lic. 427589 B
415.609.2678
lic. 577719 A,B,D06
aipgc.com
hearthandhomeofmarin.com
510.234.6681
whitesideconstruction.com
FLOORING & FLOOR COVERINGS
Alan R Taylor, General Contractor
510.222.1689
Bay Area Moisture Control, Inc.
Contra-Spect, Ltd.
lic. 726300 B
lic. 491125 B 707.762.3302
GARAGE DOORS & GATES
lic. 451856 B
415.884.0500
415.892.8475
bayareamoisturecontrol.com
lic. 504918 C15
Door Pros
Allen Enterprises
Bay County Builders, Inc.
lic. 822594 B
707.525.1204
lic. 958861 D28
lic. 881441 B
lic. 700683 B
415.454.1313
415.717.7015
415.671.9767
415.457.9962
buildwithcrescent.com
Empire Floors
Crescent Builders, Inc.
Eureka Valley Floor Company
marindoorpros.com Alten Construction, Inc.
Better Built Construction
CWS Construction Group
lic. 397118 C15
Jones Garage Door Co., Inc.
lic. 705713 A,B
lic. 800744 B
lic. 811153 B
510.234.4200
415.451.4786
415.328.8289
lic. 345502 C61,D28
altenconstruction.com
bbcconstruction.net
Anthony Love
BHM Construction, Inc.
Cypress Homes Inc./ H-Y-H Corporation
lic. 970424 B
lic. 903191 B
lic. 974792 B
415.686.8139
707.643.4580
415.383.1848
415.479.1676
Floortex Design
415.897.2371
lic. 534583 B,C15
jonesdoor.com
415.924.6545
floortexdesign.com
Northgate Garage Doors, Inc.
Giuliani Flooring, Inc.
lic. 627224 D28
lic. 951628 C15
415.472.6004
415.459.3276
northgategaragedoors.com
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members.marinbuilders.org/list
HOME RESOURCE GUIDE D&H Construction
Fairway Design & Construction, Inc.
Hartnett Construction
lic. 693883 B
lic. 888773 B
James S. Young Construction
Lamperti Contracting & Design
510.237.7883
lic. 923234 B
415.816.5046
lic. 703863 B,C6
lic. 600412 B
dh-construction.com
415.455.2468
415.717.6061
415.454.1623
D&R Construction
Floyd Construction, Inc.
Hayes and Associates Construction Inc.
lic. 533707 B
lic. 365653 A,B
707.792.0818
415.485.0645
4kitchens.com
floydconstructioninc.com
lampertikitchens.com
lic. 817836 B
James W. Josephs & Company
Landmark Builders
415.892.3464
lic. 359012 B
lic. 474421 B
415.454.8499
415.883.5410
jamesjosephs.com
lmbuilders.com
Dan Young Construction, Inc.
Fontana Construction Inc.
Hennessey Construction, Inc.
lic. 487928 B
lic. 727282 B
Jeff Hicks Construction
Legacy Builders
lic. 760173 B
415.457.1290
415.459.6497
lic. 345479 B, C27
lic. 656905 B
415.457.6797
fontanaco.com
hennesseyconstruction.com
415.383.2080
415.886.0000
jeffhicks.com
LegacyBuilders.com
dycmarin.com G Family Inc Desmond & Wallace Inc.
lic. 893848 B
Hitchcock Construction Co.
415.444.0573
lic. 396116 B
Jeffrey Novak General Contractor, Inc.
Lucas Valley Designs
lic. 782179 A,B 707.795.7443
gfamilyconstruction.com
415.602.8464
lic. 508578 B
415.225.8230
billhitchcockconstruction.com
415.892.7713
Hoffmann Construction, Inc.
John C. Hill Construction
Massa Construction Company
lic. 851479 B
lic. 344050 A,B
lic. 414423 B
415.215.9188
415.459.0400
John Pope, Inc.
desmondwallace.com Gaetani Construction Diego Brothers, Inc.
lic. 490550 B
lic. 419030 A,B
415.740.8820
415.472.5967
diegobrosinc.com
Gazzoli Construction
415.897.7263
415.847.1811
Horick Builders, Inc.
lic. 467171 B,A,ASB
Max Design & Construction
gazzoli.biz
lic. 825511 B
415.497.5948
lic. 720207 B
lic. 922738 B
Diego Quality Construction lic. 544509 B 707.765.6169
707.766.9466
Global Modular
horickbuilders.com
lic. 837357 B 559.665.5800
Howard Scanlan
lic. 872590 B
gdvi.net
lic. 402434 B
707.495.2950
415.488.4037
Gordon Walker Builders lic. 562356 B
Doug Monti Construction
415.457.1184
lic. 387703 B
Jack Mosher Construction, Inc. 415.457.0713
Envision Builders, Inc.
lic. 788512 B
Jamba Construction, Inc.
lic. 736487 B
415.924.9031
lic. 897278 A,B,C17
415.453.2370
envisionbuilders.com
Habitat For Humanity 415.625.1044
habitatgsf.org
lic. 352891 B
lic. 969483 B 707.763.3000
lic. 362773 B
mcdevittandmcdevitt.com
415.897.4500
kastenbuilders.com
McGuire & Sons Construction
KCK Builders, Inc.
lic. 346397 B
lic. 810315 A,B
415.454.2719
415.559.9312
mcguireandsonsconstruction.com
Kelly Pacific Construction
jambaconstruction.com
lic. 346196 B 415.464.0900
Meadows Green Building & Design, Inc.
James G. Lino Construction
kellypacific.com
lic. 846345 B
lic. 442777 B
Kerr Construction, Inc.
415.663.1939
lic. 615587 B
415.526.3480
415.383.9698
Hal-Co, Inc.
bathroomsandkitchenstoo.com
lic. 714971 B
415.456.5300
415.254.6822
kerr-construction.com
members.marinbuilders.org/list
McDevitt Construction Partners Inc.
Kasten Builders
415.435.4481 lic. 728481 B
ESM Enterprise General Contractor
415.459.2401
lic. 490355 B
Gubbins Building Company, Inc.
415.453.1380
415.883.6291
Karkabi Construction lic. 593092 B
DNL Builders
dnlbuilders.com
lic. 645290 B
meadowsgreenbuilding.com
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Merritt-Nelson Custom Builders
Rempe Construction
Stroub Construction
lic. 453554 B
lic. 489037 B
Tomrose Construction, Inc.
lic. 672337 B
415.897.9126
415.331.0621
lic. 605439 B
707.584.1813
rempe.com
stroubconstruction.com
707.763.4001
Meylan Construction, Inc.
Rodoni Construction
T.H. Eller Construction
lic. 680456 B
lic. 410338 B
lic. 579465 B
Travis Remodeling
All Phase Excavating & Demolition, Inc.
415.256.1620
415.663.9223
415.488.9865
lic. 493670 B
lic. 638179 A
415.883.8177
707.795.0142
travisremodeling.com
AllPhaseExcavating@ comcast.net
tomroseconstruction.com
meylanconstruction.com Rogers Remodel, Inc. Michael L. King
lic. 839810 B
Tamalpais Land Construction
lic. 544919 B
415.328.0047
lic. 972710 B
Von Der Werth, Inc.
415.924.9746
rogersremodelinc.com
415.797.2320
lic. 330299 C13,B
All Terrain, Inc.
415.388.7516
lic. 827896 A,B
Murray Building
RPB Construction, Inc.
Tamco Construction, Inc.
lic. 646709 B,A, LEED AP
lic. 504423 A,B,ASB
lic. 943725 B
W.M.S. Construction
707.939.9001
415.331.2226
415.439.3963
lic. 570798 B
rpbconstruction.us
facebook.com/tamcoconstruction
415.819.8858
Central Valley Environmental
Natal Modica Construction, Inc.
S.L.M. Builders
lic. 844317 B
lic. 718948 B
415.382.6554
707.795.4177
nmodicaconstruction.com
slmbuilders.com
Nichelini & Sons, Inc.
S.R. Allied Builders, Inc.
lic. 339365 B
lic. 399932 B
415.485.6791
707.795.6595
nichsons.com
415.459.1488
allterraininc.com
Weiss Company, Inc.
lic. 913083 A,B
Tembrock-Ingrassia Builders dba Bayside Builders
lic. 354958 B
707.584.1900
415.435.8182
cvalleyenvironmental.com
lic. 957514 B
West Coast Construction
Farallon Company
415.884.8078
lic. 823119 C12
lic. 827633 A,B,C33
bayside-builders.com
707.480.6027
415.892.7760
westcoast-construction.com
faralloncompany.com
Thompson Builders Corporation
Whitcomb Construction
lic. 626859 B,A,C17,C-5
lic. 690549 B
Forster Pump & Engineering, Inc.
O’Rielly Construction
Sandra Bird Custom Kitchens
lic. 459037 B
lic. 460795 B
415.456.8972
415.382.0687
lic. 426152
707.933.8131
415.927.1171
tbcorp.com
whitcombconstruction.com
A,B,C27,C55,C57
Timberline Builders Inc.
forsterpump.com
sandrabird.com Pagan Construction, LLC
415.459.4770 lic. 1001887
415.457.4170
Schalich Bros. Construction Inc.
Wilkinson Design & Construction
415.883.5900
lic. 564598 B
Ghilotti Bros., Inc.
paganconstruction.com
lic. 497493 B
timberlinecalifornia.com
415.785.7961
lic. 132128
wilkinsondesign.net
A,C8,C12,C21,C42,HAZ
lic. 464896 B
415.382.7733
Pete Niederberger & Sons
schalichbrosconstruction.com
lic. 524069 B 415.924.4170
Scott Kaplan
Tom Ganley Construction Womack Construction
415.444.5548
lic. 478379 B
lic. 467868 B
Plath & Co.
plathco.com
415.898.3151
Ghilotti Construction Company
Tom J. Collins Construction
Steere Building & Woodworking
lic. 499170 B
A,C8,C12,C21,C42,HAZ
415.717.6351
707.585.1221
lic. 644515
ghilotti.com
lic. 744002 B
Radco & Associates Inc.
ghilottibros.com
415.453.8582
lic. 395458 B 415.460.1575
415.454.7011
lic. 514664 B
lic. 410936 B,A
Tom Redmond Construction Inc.
Hardiman Construction
415.924.6105
lic. 434609 B
lic. 611970 A
radcoandassociates.com
415.892.9918
415.847.0010
415.388.4616
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Hillside Drilling, Inc.
Team Ghilotti, Inc.
Bay City Mechanical, Inc.
lic. 478991 A
lic. 895384 A,HAZ
lic. 645126
510.234.6532
707.763.8700
C20,C43,C36,C4
hillsidedrilling.com
teamghilotti.com
510.233.7000
Centriq Technology Inc.
baycitymech.com
571.225.4863
JS Company
Thornton Paving Inc.
lic. 979111
lic. 382817 A
A,C21,ASB,HAZ
415.453.2324
415.460.2100
jscompanyinc.com
Tuatagaloa Contracting
George Petersen Insurance Agency 707.360.4117
gpins.com
centriqhome.com Bayside HVAC Products LLC
Heffernan Insurance Brokers
Insite Networks, Inc.
707.789.3072
415.333.5099
415.454.6200
heffins.com
baysidehvac.com
insitenet.net
INSPECTION SERVICES
lic. 699547 A,HAZ
J.B. Shea Insurance Agency
Linscott Engineering Contractors Inc.
866.824.8077
Downing Heating & Air Conditioning
lic. 477476 A
W.K. McLellan Company
lic. 644720 C20
415.492.1755
lic. 240701
415.485.1011
linscottinc.com
A,C12,B,C8,C21,C42
Hoytt Inspection Services Inc.
Fitzpatrick’s Heating & Air Conditioning
lic. 493676 B
M.B. McGowan & Associates Insurance Agency
415.897.9517
415.892.1080
lic. 371959 C20
hoyttinspect.com
mbmcgowan.com
INSULATION ACOUSTICAL
Wise Insurance Agency
707.763.2407
Lunny Grading & Paving, Inc.
wkmclellan.com
lic. 600250 A,B,HAZ
W.R. Forde Associates
415.662.9800
lic. 814744 A,B,C21
lunnypaving.com
510.215.9338
415.457.0607
Kelly Company
Westward Builders Inc.
lic. 226767
lic. 327365 B,A
A,B,C8,C12,C21,42,32,34
415.459.2130
415.459.8640
maggiora-ghilotti.com
Wildcat Engineering
415.258.0757
lic. 607274 C2,D65,D34,B
Woodruff-Sawyer & Co.
650.685.5500
415.878.2466
lic. 774738 C20,C43
sdi-insulation.com
wsandco.com
INSURANCE
JANITORIAL
707.576.1500
Aegis Insurance Markets/ Derek Hooper
Ross Valley Maintenance and Supply
simpsonsheetmetal.com
415.455.9987
415.939.1669
415.444.0888
707.763.3001
Simpson Sheet Metal, Inc.
wildcateng.com
lic. 416913 C20,C43
lic. 386001 707.769.1006
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Nerviani Paving, Inc.
Mazzoni & Associates, Inc.
lic. 774154 C20,C43
lic. 564392 A
415.460.6763
415.457.5541
415.454.2662
mazzoniassociates.com
Redwood Engineering
HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING & SHEET METAL
A,B,C12,C34,C42
SDI Insulation
Patriot Mechanical Inc.
lic. 951203 A
Michael Paul Company, Inc.
aegisins.com
LANDSCAPING
Trahan Bros. Inc.
Verde Metals Inc. lic. 456790 A,HAZ 415.435.0768
Robison Construction
Bolds Insurance Brokerage 415.485.1700
Anthony Bertotti Landscaping Inc.
bolds.com
lic. 373488 B,C27,A
lic. 635429 C43,C20
707.559.7077
415.454.9007
Craford Benefit Consultants
bertotti.com
HOME FURNISHINGS
415.456.9790
Bauman Landscape & Construction
lic. 701379 A
Aaero Heating & Sheetmetal
707.769.4747
lic. 278370 C20, C43
Sunrise Home
415.897.4187
415.456.3939
Don Ramatici Insurance, Inc.
aeroheating.com
sunrisehome.com
707.782.9200
Sunshine Construction lic. 315245 A,C21,C27 415.479.5566
415.258.9912
wiseinsuranceagency.net
lic. 521529 C20
Maggiora & Ghilotti, Inc.
415.661.4777
craford.com
lic. 372478 A,C27
ramaticiins.com
415.447.4800
baumanland.com Bortolussi & Watkin, Inc. lic. 962905 C27 415.453.4675
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LEGAL
lic. 553804 C27
Borton Petrini, LLP
415.453.1604
415.677.0730
danfixlandscape.com Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance lic. 748791 C27
Flynn, Riley, Bailey & Pasek, LLP flynn-williams.com
Homeward Bound of Marin
lic. 277004 C29
415.382.3363
415.519.2510
hbofm.org
Adobe Lumber, Inc.
Petty Masonry Inc.
Indian Valley Golf Club
707.647.2100
lic. 416140 C29
415.897.1118
adobelumber.com
415.898.2200
ivgc.com
pettymasonryinc.com Central Valley 707.225.4240
Hanson Bridgett LLP Irrigation Repair Service
415.925.8400
lic. 328638 C27
hansonbridgett.com
415.924.4126
James D. Rohde
central-valley.com
707.588.8677
Kate Warner; Construction Lawyer
North Bay Landscape Management, Inc.
lic. CA BAR 112167
lic. 723370 B,C27
katewarnerlaw.com Mark J. Rice, Esq.
marincountryclub.com
415.457.3321
North Bay NARI
707.588.9406
spoorstone.com
415.258.2873
dhcsupplies.com
northbaynari.org
MEDICAL - SAFETY Fairfax Lumber & Hardware Company
BioMarin Pharmaceutical
Novato Chamber of Commerce
415.453.4410
415.506.6358
415.897.1164
Marin General Hospital
fairfaxlumber.com Golden State Lumber Inc.
415.925.7424
San Rafael Chamber of Commerce
415.454.2532
maringeneral.org
415.454.4163
goldenstatelumber.com
415.472.3434
Outdoor Environments
415.382.6712
DHC Supplies Inc.
415.457.7977
707.762.3850
Marin Country Club Spoor Masonry & Tile, Inc. lic. 387721 C54
415.472.4140
lic. 814207 C27,A
northbaylandscape.com
Marshall Foster Masonry
415.461.1000
415.456.6684
Neary Landscape
LUMBER, HARDWARE & TOOLS
srchamber.com
MOVING & STORAGE
msrwlaw.com
Goodman Building Supply
707.795.0605
Parton/Sell/Rhoades
415.388.6233
Farnsworth Mayflower
707.763.6676
outdoor-environs.com
415.258.9700
goodmanbuildingsupply.com
lic. CAL-T-139.099
smw104.org
lic. 707006 C27
Sheet Metal Workers Local 104
415.459.6683
Salazar Cal Cities
Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP
Jackson’s Hardware, Inc.
lic. 820057 C27 415.328.4649
415.394.6688
jacksonshardware.com
415.454.3740
smithcurrie.com
LATHING & PLASTERING Frey Incorporated
The Garber Law Firm
Mead Clark Lumber Co., Inc.
510.588.7550
707.576.3333
garberlaw.com
meadclark.com
ORNAMENTAL & STRUCTURAL STEEL
Forde’s Larkspur Self Storage
Castaneda Iron Works
415.924.7144
lic. 964236 C23
fordestorage.com
510.234.4734
castanedairon.com
ORGANIZATIONS
lic. 324866 C9,C35 415.897.4510
farnsworthmayflowermoving.com
LIGHTING DESIGN
Rafael Lumber Company 415.453.3043
Weber Plastering, Inc.
McCoy Lighting Design
lic. 194445 C35
415.382.8578
415.459.4707
McCoyLightingDesign.com
LOCK & SECURITY Redwood Security Systems, Inc.
rafael-lumber.com
Agricultural Institute of Marin
Onspot Welding & Design, Inc. lic. 620205 C60
415.472.6100
415.382.1091
Truitt and White Lumber Company
agriculturalinstitute.org
onspotwelding.com
707.227.4472
Carpenters Local #35
truittandwhite.com
415.453.9236
MASONRY
EWR Inc.
lic. 426887 C7,C10
707.704.6599
415.388.5355
Joe J. Pedroli & Son, Inc.
redwoodsecurity.com
lic. 396345 C29 415.459.6475
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE PAINTING, DECORATING & WATERPROOFING
Grant Painting
Pallavicini Painting
lic. 650541 C33
lic. 722069 C33
415.458.2956
415.479.7773
grantpainting.com Anello Painting and Construction lic. 619941 C33, B 415.892.8989
PLUMBING
Mike Testa Plumbing, Inc. lic. 519618 C36,C16
Asap Plumbing, Inc.
415.479.0110
lic. 676623 C36
miketestaplumbing.com
415.492.8769
J & R Thompson, Inc.
Perpetual Motion Painting, Inc.
lic. 736414 C33
lic. 659640 C33
Baswell Plumbing
415.454.8282
415.892.6030
415.897.8974
lic. 433698 C36
pacesupply.com
perpetualmotionpainting.com
415.897.7977
anellopainting.com
Pace Supply
Bob Kunst Painting, Inc.
Jerry Thompson & Sons Painting, Inc.
Robert Walther Painting
Burkell Plumbing, Inc.
Pedro Femenia & Sons, Inc.
lic. 346191 C33
lic. 684610 C33,B
lic. 910245 C33
lic. 417360 C36,C20
lic. 392227
415.457.0100
415.454.1500
415.482.6679
415.332.3091
C4,C16,C20,C36
bobkunstpainting.com
jtspainting.com
burkell.com
415.383.7473
Tamalpais Paint & Color Boeck & Associates Painting Company
John Seidler Painting
415.924.7321
Carl J Augusto Plumbing
lic. 699739 C33
tamalpaispaint.com
lic. 298381 C36
Plumbing Repair Specialists
lic. 531284 C33
415.328.0069
415.897.6174
lic. 460208 C36
Tim Kerrigan Painting
415.491.1702
boeckpaint.com
lic. 715319 C33
City Front Plumbing
lic. 944475 C33
415.898.4911
lic. 443156 C36
Roman’s Plumbing
415.454.6737
lic. 952842 C36
David Freeman Painting
707.795.4955
lic. 503987 C33
kbipaint.com
707.996.3199
davidfreemanpainting.com
Universal Protective Coatings
Kelly-Moore Paint Co., Inc.
415.457.9800
415.897.5151
universalprotectivecoatings.com
Degregory Painting and Decorating
kellymoore.com
lic. 576764 C33,B
Kunst Bros. Painting Contractors, Inc.
PEST CONTROL
lic. 256121 C33
415.456.9889
Division Seven
415.456.4044
Marin Termite Control Co. Inc.
lic. 594303 B,C33
kunstbros.com
707.769.7771
division7waterproofing.com
Marin Color Service, Inc. marincolor.com
lic. 741039 B 415.302.5542
Mikkelsen Painting
watersolutionswaterproofing.com
lic. 645552 C33
707.971.0353
Denny’s House of Plumbing
romansplumbing.net
lic. 504967 C36
Sonoma Marin Plumbing
415.479.1655
lic. 993035 C36
dennyshouseofplumbing.com
707.755.4333 sonomamarinplumbing.com
Gotelli Plumbing Company lic. 254603 C36,C16
Water Components & Building Supply, Inc.
lic. 920570 B
415.457.1145
415.451.1780
415.456.9620
gotelliplumbing.com
watercomponents.com
marintermite.com Grier Argall Plumbing, Inc.
Wilson’s Plumbing
Naturworks Pest Control
lic. 736901 C36
lic. 623217 C36
415.460.6900
415.457.0748
415.457.6941
PLAYGROUNDS
Harry Lee Plumbing
415.453.4065
DWC
415.453.6682
KBI Painting, Inc.
wilsonsplumbing.info lic. 430685 C36
415.382.3300
PRINTING
Gaidano & Sons Painting & Decorating
North Marin Painting, Inc.
Community Playgrounds, Inc.
lic. 702759 C33,B
lic. 362950 A,D34
Marin Mechanical, Inc.
Minuteman Press of Marin
lic. 833585 B,C33
415.892.0199
415.892.8100
lic. 749299
415.453.4548
415.482.6055
northmarinpainting.com
communityplaygrounds.com
C36,C4,A,C46,B
minuteman-marin.com
gaidanopainting.com
415.479.1854
415.485.4472
Pac West Painting Inc. Giampolini & Company
lic. 848109 C33,B
Marin Roto Rooter
lic. 322282 C33,C35,C9
415.457.0724
lic. 288461 C36,C42
415.673.1236
415.898.2700
giampolini.com
rotorooter.com
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Empire USA
De Carli’s Petaluma Butane Distributor
Hendrickson Development Inc.
707.762.4511
415.507.0752
McPhail Fuel Co. 707.285.3525
Jason Nelson/Alain Pinel Realtors
mcphails.com
415.259.8311
ROOFING
Superior Roofing Solutions
Allied Building Products
lic. 956499 B,C39
Marin Employment Connection Business Services
707.584.7599
415.491.1144
415.473.3309
alliedbuilding.com
roofingmarin.com
marinemployment.org
Aussie Roofing, Inc.
Wedge Roofing, Inc.
Nelson Staffing
lic. 823443 C39
lic. 416737
415.446.0208
415.472.2800
C39,C2,C43,B,ASB
nelsonstaffing.com
aussieroofing.com
888.763.7663
310.394.6300
jasonnelsonmarin.com
PUBLISHING
STORMWATER COMPLIANCE / SWPPP
wedgeroofing.com Brandon Riedel Roofing
SIGNAGE & PARKING AREA STRIPING
MacPhail Properties, Inc.
lic. 878480 C39
Marin Independent Journal
415.482.1604
415.320.0647
415.382.7297
Nancy M. Marion
De Mello Roofing
marinij.com
415.485.3760
lic. 290726 C39,D41
Bruce Enterprises
707.585.8247
415.456.0741
lic. 742358 C32
aspnow.net
demelloroofing.com
707.781.9686
North Bay Business Journal
Rockport Land Corp. 707.775.4554
Advanced Stormwater Protection
bruce-enterprises.com
SWIMMING POOLS
Henris Roofing Company
707.521.5270
RPM Mortgage
lic. 220964 C39
Davis Sign Company, Inc.
415.381.5550
707.763.1535
lic. 831319 C61,D42
Herb’s Pool Service & Construction, Inc.
NorthBay biz - Gammon LLC
rpm-mtg.com/dpomilia
henrisroofing.com
415.457.4091
lic. 273969 D35
dscsigns.com
415.479.4040
707.575.8282
Seadrift Realty
northbaybiz.com
415.868.1791
Herb Dorszynski/ Johns Manville
seadriftrealty.com
925.301.5535
northbaybusinessjournal.com
REAL ESTATE, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT Ares Commercial Properties 415.899.1590
jm.com Vincent Sheehan Real Estate
McLeran, Inc.
415.899.9990
lic. 474230 C39
therightbroker.com
415.456.7663
bradleyrealestate.com
A&S Landscape Materials Inc.
415.868.1111 x 130
americansolar.net
415 456 1381
Solarcraft
ansmaterials.com
Wendy Aronson Property Management
Morris Roofing Company
415.382.7717
Ceramic Tile Design
lic. 259426 C39
solarcraft.com
415.485.5180
415.730.4455
415.454.6066
morris-roofing.com
RENTAL, EQUIPMENT & EVENTS
Northbay Roofing & Gutters, Inc.
Caro Asset Management, Inc.
Cal-West Rentals Inc.
415.497.1714
415.899.1500
707.763.5665
northbayroofinggutters.com
ceramictiledesign.net Sun First, Inc. lic. 669250 B,C46
Galliani Tile Company
415.458.5870
lic. 651146 B,C54
sunfirstsolar.com
415.798.0388
STAFFING & HUMAN RESOURCES
Italics
lic. 834387 C43,C39
calwestrentals.com CPi Real Estate Management and Development
TILE & STONE American Solar
lic. 497797 B,C10,C46,C35
Bradley Real Estate 415.531.3567
herbspoolservice.com
SOLAR
415.451.6150
italics-stone.com
Northern Pacific Roofing Classic Party Rentals
lic. 812250 C39,B
CLP Resources, Inc.
Miconi Marble & Tile
707.253.2332
415.456.3482
415.446.7000
lic. 604588 C54
northernpacficroofing.com
clp.com
415.482.8453
415.457.8850
World Class Shows
miconi.com
DMH Land Use Planning
650.593.2465
Steve Janney Roofing, Inc.
Larry C. Levy, Consultant
415.457.0525
worldclassshows.com
lic. 511545 C39
415.892.1497
415.258.9676
employeerelationsmanagement.com
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HOME RESOURCE GUIDE MLS Tile lic. 602910 C54
WINDOWS, GLAZING & DOORS
707.584.5476
Old Town Glass lic. 736844 C17 415.897.0088
Andersen Windows & Doors
otglass.com
Tile West lic. 551058 C54
415.613.5955
Pacific Door Products, Inc.
415.382.7550
andersenwindows.com
lic. 443074 C61,D24
tilewestinc.com
TREE SERVICE Marin Tree Service
707.795.7777
Bergy Door & Window Company
pacificdoorproducts.com
707.584.7200
Vitreo Inc.
bergydoor.com
415.258.0114
vitreoinc.com
lic. 648230 D49 415.472.7105
Charles Window and Door Company lic. 840757B C17
West Coast Professional Door, Inc.
415.459.1600
415.246.2034
charleswindows.com
wcprodoor.com
415.455.9933
Dotto Glass
Window Worx
treemasters.com
lic. 225824 C17
lic. 758998 C17
415.479.1274
415.451.4856
marintrees.com Treemasters Tree and Garden Care lic. 660226 D49
TRUCKING
dottoglass.com
De La Montanya Trucking
Glass & Sash Inc.
707.765.0725
415.456.2240
lic. 173807 C17
glassandsash.com
UTILITY Marin Clean Energy 415.464.6033
mcecleanenergy.org/ energy-savings Pacific Gas and Electric Company
McGovern Skylight Specialist lic. 721229 B 707.292.4570
Mission Wood Products 415.472.2280
WINDOW COVERINGS
FEDERAL U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD
STATE Contractors State Licence Board www.cslb.ca.gov
COUNTY OF MARIN www.marincounty.org
CITIES & TOWNS www.cityofbelvedere.org www.ci.corte-madera.ca.us www.town-of-fairfax.org
Healdsburg Lumber Company healdsburglumber.com
415.264.4005
pge.com
Additional Resources
missionwood.com
Horizon Glass Tinting
Mueller Mirror & Glass Inc.
lic. 570209 C61,D52
lic. 462285 C17
415.457.2173
415.492.0234
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Before Hiring A Contractor
The Quick Facts
Financial Information •
Don’t pay in cash.
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Stick to your schedule of payments and don’t let the payments get ahead of the completed work.
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Contractors cannot ask for a deposit of more than 10% of the total cost of the job or $1,000, whichever is less.* (This goes for any home improvement project, including swimming pools.)
by CONTRACTORS STATE LICENSE BOARD Department of Consumer Affairs
A free telephone call to CSLB or a few clicks on its website can help you verify that your contractor’s license is in good standing and that he or she has the skills to complete your project.
Check Out the License By law, anyone in California who contracts for or bids on a construction project valued at $500 or more (total labor and materials) must be licensed by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). To qualify for a license, a contractor must verify four years of journey-level experience in the trade, pass both a trade and license law examination, and post a license bond. Since 2005, all new contractors are required to pass a background investigation that includes a criminal background check. Contractors are required, by law, to put their CSLB license number in all advertisements. Unlicensed operators are required to say they are not state-licensed in their advertisements.
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Ask to see the contractor’s plastic pocket license and photo identification. Verify the license and make sure it is in good standing by visiting the CSLB website: www.cslb.ca.gov or by calling CSLB’s toll-free automated line: 800.321.CSLB (2752). Get at least three bids and ask for references on work the contractor has completed in the local area. View the contractor’s past projects in person.
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Make sure you have a written contract and don’t sign it until you fully understand the terms.
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All changes to the contract, or “change orders,” need to be in writing and signed by both parties.
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Keep a job file of all project papers and payments, and don’t make the final payment until you’re satisfied with the job.
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Homeowners waive their three-day right to cancel if they sign a “service and repair contract,” which is different from a standard “home improvement contract.” (Service and repair contracts are usually for emergency repairs where the consumer initiated the contact and cannot wait.)
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If you want information about a contractor’s license history and pending or prior disciplinary actions, please call the appropriate CSLB Legal Action Disclosure telephone number: Northern Region: 916.255.4041 Southern Region: 562.345.7656
Complaint Forms If you have a complaint against a contractor, free forms are available at www.cslb.ca.gov or call 800.321.CSLB (2752) and ask for a copy of A Consumer Guide to Filing Construction Complaints and a complaint form.
* There is an exception to this rule for about two dozen contractors who have filed a blanket performance and payment bond with the Registrar. This information is noted on the contractor’s license detail page on CSLB’s website.
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CONSTRUCTION PROJECT CHECKLIST 1.
Check the contractor license number at www.cslb.ca.gov to make sure it is current and in good standing.
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Ask to see the contractor’s pocket license and a current photo ID.
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Ask for a current list of contact information (telephone number and business address) for the contractor, subcontractors, and suppliers.
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Find out from your local building department whether your project needs a building permit, and confirm that your contractor will obtain all necessary permits.
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Get at least three contractor bids and references, and check out, in person, recent projects by the prospective contractors that had similar specifications.
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Ask whether your contractor carries general liability insurance and workers’ compensation insurance for employees.
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Make sure all project materials and expectations are spelled out and signed in a written contract, including clean- up, debris removal, and site security. Ask your contractor if he or she understands exactly what you want.
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Have a timetable for each phase of your project and the corresponding payment schedule spelled out in the contract. Do not let payments get ahead of the work.
10. Pay no more than 10% down or $1,000, whichever is less.* 11. Never pay in cash. 12. Keep all of your project documents, including payments, in a job file. 13. Try researching your contractor’s name online for additional reviews—but consider the source. Protect yourself from
unscrupulous or unlicensed contractors.
Protect yourself from unscrupulous or unlicensed contractors. • •
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Only hire state-licensed contractors. Any contractor performing $500 worth of work or more (including materials and labor) must be licensed by CSLB to work in California. Don’t rush into repairs, no matter how badly they may be needed. Don’t hire the first contractor who comes along or be caught up in high-pressure sales tactics. Ask to see the contractor’s “pocket license” or their representative’s “Home Improvement Salesperson” registra- tion. All contractors are issued pocket licenses that show the type of trade for which they are licensed, and the expiration date of the license. Ask to see a photo identification to confirm their identity.
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MEET A MEMBER
A Concrete Perspective David Whiteside is president of Whiteside Concrete Construction, whose expert concrete work can be seen throughout the Bay Area. We caught up with Dave to learn about the softer side of the man behind the concrete. interview by Marin Home Staff / photography by Trevor Henley
Spring is cleaning. season? Obsolete materials. them.
here! It’s the time for organization and spring What one item would you like to purge this construction equipment and remnant building It seems we never need them until we get rid of
So after you clear everything out and you’re off the clock, where would we find you? I really like the outdoors and exercising. You would probably find me out for a run or at the beach. What song do you play when you want a little spring in your step? Well, I like a lot of different music styles, but some good old Van Halen always gets me pumped up.
This is Marin Home, so we have to ask you: What type of design style are you most drawn to? Midcentury Modern. I was a midcentury kid. Our houses, cars, and everything in life reflected midcentury culture. In the last few years, I have a reborn interest in Midcentury Modern style. My current house is a midcentury Ranch (with 21st-century technology and comforts). If you could spend a day with anyone—past or present—who would it be? My dad. He passed two years ago, and I miss him. What is the best advice he ever gave you? When I was very young, my father told me, “Treat everyone with respect, and in return, they will respect you.”
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Family owned and operated since 1914, Ghilotti Construction Company has over 100 years of engineering experience and a family tradition of hard work, dependability and community involvement. GCC’s expertise is seen throughout northern California from the Buck Institute for Resarch on Aging in Novato, 49er Stadium in Santa Clara, Sutter Hospital in Santa Rosa, Graton Rancheria Casino in Rohnert Park, and the Sonoma Raceway in Sonoma. Two years ago, Nancy and Dick Ghilotti established a nonprofit named The dg Foundation in honor of their son, Dino. Nancy has been added as an honoree of the foundation along with her son Dino. To carry on the legacy of a young man and his mother with a passion for academics, athletics, and arts, The dg Foundation is dedicated to helping students with similar passions by awarding scholarships to San Domenico School, Marin Catholic High School, the University of Miami, and improving art programs and facilities across the nation. For more information about the foundation, please visit our non- profit’s website www.thedgdfoundtion.org
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