Dreambuilder Custom Homes’ president, Shawn Starr, has been named to two industry boards: the Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) and the Sales & Marketing Council (SMC). Dreambuilder joined both organizations in 2010. “NEFBA has been a great resource,” said Shawn. “Networking with other builders, discussing best practices and keeping up to date with issues affecting our…
DetailsShawn Starr, president of Dreambuilder Custom Homes, was featured in this month’s issue of the Realty-Builder Connection (RBC). RCB is published monthly for Realtors, builders and associated industries. Shawn was interviewed for a special column on communication and the use of technology to faciliate communicating. “Dreambuilder is proud to have a strong grasp on technology,”…
DetailsDreambuilder came across this interesting article regarding the growing interest in building net-zero energy homes. Generally, this can only be achieved through the use of whole-house solar power systems. These systems have been coming down in price but are still quite expensive — so it is important to review a cost/benefit analysis before adding a…
Details“It was indeed a fortunate day for my husband and me when our Realtor called and said that she had learned of new construction in The Sanctuary,” said Sylvia Messinese. The Sanctuary, Jacksonville Beach’s only gated community, had been built out several years ago, and only handful of vacant lots were available for building. Fortunately,…
DetailsTwo sisters—a builder and an academic specializing in universal design—have built a gold standard for accessible housing. By: Claire Easley, BuilderOnline.com View the article and see a slideshow of pictures by clicking here. The industry would be hard pressed to find a duo better suited to the task of creating the poster child for universally…
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