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Range Rover customization king Overfinch celebrates five years in the U.S. with the sensational new Sandringham Edition.

Overfinch has been working hand in hand with Range Rover since 1975 PHOTO COURTESY OF OVERFINCH

The Sandringham Edition boasts 22-inch Centaur diamond-turned alloy wheels with color-coded Nebula Black inner spokes and black brake calipers.

Since 1975, Overfinch has been solely devoted to one purpose: enhancing and customizing Range Rovers and Land Rovers. From sumptuous interior leather upgrades to performance enhancements such as Bluetooth-controlled exhaust systems to added interior monograms or family crests, the England-based outfit has demonstrated itself to be world-class at its craft and iconic in the luxury auto realm.

The reimagined cabin offers a posh lounge-style aesthetic.

To celebrate its fifth anniversary in the U.S., the brand has unveiled its latest pice de rsistance: the Sandringham Edition Range Rover LWB. Available only in North America and limited to a production run of just five vehicles at $315,000 each, the Sandringham (whose name nods to the brands English heritage and also happens to be the moniker of the country estate of the Queen) is a showcase of Overfinchs bespoke workthink a Nebula Black exterior paint finish accented with a purple fleck, a gorgeous leather interior in Capiz White and myriad other custom touches such as 24-way heated and cooled massage front seats and deep-pile sheepskin carpet mats. Notes Alex Sloane, vice president of Overfinch North America, The Sandringham Edition is by far the most luxurious vehicle weve produced for North America to date. After five years in the States, weve listened to and learned a lot from our audience. Top-end customers want true exclusivity, not just factory options. Luxury, particularly in the rear of the cabin, is essential for users who want to relax and enjoy the journey. The Sandringham is distinguished but head-turning. Its a tasteful yet conspicuous expression of individuality for those in the know.

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Many of Norwoods older buildings started out being used or built to serve a completely different function than they do today.

Driving down Pine Street today, one could be forgiven for not noticing the house at No. 46; however, this unassuming building once hosted impressive revivals and faith services as The Norwood Gospel Hall. Many may also remember it when it was the The Pine Street Centre.

In 1931 and 1932 a group, affiliated with the Peterborough Gospel Hall, started to make regular visits to the village to hold open-air gospel services.

Within a couple of years their following had increased to the point where the group had pitched a large tent in the lot behind the Norwood Town Hall and conducted weekly meetings. In the years that followed rooms in various buildings and homes were used, some led by students from a Toronto Bible College.

By 1947 several new families had moved to the village and under the leadership of James Booker from the nearby community of Lang, interest had increased to the point where the Town Hall was rented to conduct both a Sunday morning and an evening service. Attendance at these services soon grew to a point where the congregation decided that a building of their own was warranted.

The lot of land at 46 Pine Street was donated to the cause by a couple from the congregation, a Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Stackhouse. The building was designed by Mr. Watson and construction progressed quickly with much of the labour performed by volunteers from the flock. The first official service in the chapel was held in the fall of 1948 led by James Booker (who had moved to the village by this time) and a George Pinches.

The building was clad on the outside with red artificial brick, a popular building material from the era made from a substance similar to modern day shingles. Inside the upper level housed the sanctuary with the traditional pulpit and rather than the usual long pews, the church used individual chairs for seating, on the lower level was a comfortable and spacious room and small kitchen area suitable for Sunday school and Bible study. The congregation remained strong for many years and at its peak there were more than 25 families attending worship services regularly.

In May of 1979 the Gospel Hall was sold to the Village of Norwood with the one stipulation that it could not be used for any purpose that does not honour God. The village councils original plan for the building was to convert it into a new medical centre, but the new medical centre was eventually built on King Street.

In the mid 1980s the village donated the building (for the sum of $1) to the Norwood Friendship Seniors Club for use as their meeting and events hall.

The name was changed to the Pine Street Centre and a new mission for the building began. The Seniors Club secured a $30,000 grant from New Horizons, a federal program dedicated to the health and welfare of seniors. Over the next few years the old building underwent a transformation. First, because of the buildings cathedral style ceilings it was found that the walls were slowly bowing outwards. This structural defect was quickly repaired by stringing metal cables across the span to reinforce and to pull the walls in straight again.

The exterior was covered in new vinyl siding, and a ramp was added. Inside, new lighting and fans were installed; a kitchen area was added upstairs, while the downstairs kitchen was remodelled, both upstairs and downstairs bathrooms were also given a facelift. A new commercial vinyl tile floor was installed on the upper level while the downstairs received new carpeting. A new furnace was installed and a central vacuum system was also fitted. Even the original Gospel Hall piano was refinished and tuned.

On April 21, 1990 The Seniors Friendship Club and Norwoods first Community Care Office opened its doors in the new Pine Street Centre. The ventre quickly became a hub of activity in the community hosting several weekly euchre games, afternoons of entertainment, bazaars, teas and so on.

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Community Care eventually outgrew the space and moved to Colborne Street and then to Maple View Retirement Centre where they remain today. The Norwood Historical Society moved into the space vacated by Community Care, allowing them to bring a considerable portion of their collection together in one spot for the first time. The Society also outgrew the space and following a couple of moves they now have their own dedicated home at the Historical Centre in the former Westwood Municipal building.

The village reassumed ownership of the centre around 2010. The building received a few upgrades, including a new roof and a new gas furnace. The centre was put up for sale in 2013 and is now a family home.

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Haas Fine Arts Center on the UW-Eau Claire campus. (UWEC photo)

Haas Fine Arts Center music spaces will undergo major renovations as part of a more than $6.7 million project approved on Friday, Feb. 5, by the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents.

Renovations to the 50-year-old UW-Eau Claire building include remodeling rehearsal spaces and classrooms to improve acoustics and sound isolation. Poor acoustics in some existing spaces disrupt classes in adjacent rooms, says Dr. Gretchen Peters, professor of music history and chair of the music and theatre arts department.

When you walk into Haas Fine Arts Center, you often hear music coming from all sorts of places, Peters says. While OK, and even charming, for a while, the music becomes disruptive for instructors and students trying to focus on classes, lessons, or other rehearsals.

The renovations will take place in two stages during summer 2021 and summer 2022.

It has been a real challenge to find enough appropriate space for students to rehearse in chamber groups during the day, not because we did not have the actual space, but because the sound bleed between rooms was so bad.

dr. gretchen peters

chair, uwec music and theatre arts department

The extensive renovation project centers around two large rooms that are used throughout the day for choral and instrumental rehearsals. The rooms will be gutted and rebuilt to provide better and safer acoustics, Peters says.

A recording control room between the two rehearsal rooms is being renovated and new recording equipment installed making all sorts of recording projects and pedagogical experiences available to students, Peters says.

Acoustics also will be addressed in three additional classrooms adjacent to the rehearsal rooms that currently cannot be used during the school day, Peters says. The acoustics improvements will make more effective use of space for rehearsals.

It has been a real challenge to find enough appropriate space for students to rehearse in chamber groups during the day, not because we did not have the actual space, but because the sound bleed between rooms was so bad, Peters says. We could not have a rehearsal next to a music theory class because of the lack of sound isolation between rooms.

Peters says the buildings practice room suite, which has about 40 small rooms, will undergo a significant renovation so students will have quieter spaces in which to practice.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning infrastructure is being upgraded, Peters says, because humidity levels need to be controlled to maintain the musical instrument collection.

A major challenge since I joined the department over 20 years ago is how all the students and faculty can make music in the building safely and without driving each other crazy, Peters says. This acoustic renovation will help solve the problem.

As a retired instructor used to say, There is no such thing as a private tuba lesson. That is true for many music activities in this building. Better acoustics will help create important opportunities for

faculty and students.

Here are further details on the project from agenda materials from the Board of Regents Feb. 4-5 meeting:

Project work includes remodeling of existing rehearsal and selected classroom spaces to improve sound isolation and acoustics. Additional improvements include installation of new audio/visual infrastructure and equipment in rehearsal rooms and recording control room, and replacement of existing HVAC systems to lower background noise, reduce sound transfer, increase efficiency, and reduce utility costs for the building. Construction of a new entry vestibule at the existing loading area on the first floor will control exterior environmental effects on interior cooling, heating, and humidity conditions. Some asbestos abatement will also be necessary.

Due to poor acoustic conditions of existing spaces, the practice and rehearsal rooms cannot be used for portions of the day without disruption of adjacent activities. This leaves the rooms underutilized and creates a lack of appropriate rehearsal/practice space for the students.

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A newly renovated bathroom is one of the top items on a homebuyer's wish list. But a full bathroom remodel isn't the only way to capture the hearts of would-be buyers. A shower remodel is one way to update the look of a bathroom's aesthetic as well as its function.

It makes sense that homebuyers want the place they bathe to look and feel clean. While a full remodel would be ideal, other updates to a bathroom would also be welcomed. This could mean anything from a new vanity to updated fixtures to a tankless toilet.

But a beautiful new shower -- bonus points for multiple shower heads or a frameless shower door -- could sweeten the deal for potential buyers. And depending on which type of shower you choose, you could change the look of the entire space.

According to HomeAdvisor (NASDAQ: ANGI), the average cost to install a new shower is $4,991, with a range between $1,951 and $8,044. For example, a 32-inch square acrylic stall can range from $750 to $3,000, while a custom-tiled walk-in shower of the same size can run you anywhere from $4,200 to $8,500. Keep in mind that these figures are just for the shower itself, not plumbing, which will cost extra.

Fixing existing plumbing is one thing, but adding plumbing is another. If you plan to upgrade a half bath to a three-quarter, you can expect to pay more to install pipes and drains. Adding a shower to a half bath can cost anywhere between $900 and $12,500, according to HomeAdvisor. A bathroom should be at least 5' x 7' to hold a sink, toilet, and shower. If walls need to be built or removed to make room for these fixtures, your costs will be on the higher side of the range.

As with all home improvement projects, it all depends on size, design, and materials. Suffice it to say, if you want your new shower to resemble something in a hotel spa, you'll be at the higher end of these price ranges.

According to Remodeling's Cost vs. Value Report, a midrange bathroom remodel has a 64% ROI. Even if you don't spring for an entire redo of the bath, it makes sense to update the shower to woo buyers.

While a soaking tub used to be the wow factor for a bathroom, now it's a walk-in shower. Spacious and spa-like, they are as beautiful to bathe in as they are accessible. This is particularly important for buyers with limited mobility, as well as homeowners who wish to age in place and will appreciate the accessibility a walk-in shower offers.

A bathroom renovation is not only a pricey proposition, but it can be a time-consuming one, too. Potential buyers will appreciate having it already done for them -- in fact, some will expect it. That's why a shower remodel, whether on its own or part of a larger bathroom makeover, could be the key to getting more and better offers for your property.

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Yep, thats righta little friendly snooping goes a long way. Just like youd scope out the comps, or comparable homes, in the area before placing an offer on a house (to ensure youre getting a fair price), you should see what types of appliances and upgrades are included in the homes listed in your neighborhood.

Its really easy to overspend on a remodel, de Jong explains. And whats trending in Chicago or top-of-the-line for Dallas may not be the best bet for your area. If you buy a Sub Zero fridgethose can cost $15,000you probably wont see a good return on that unless you live in Beverly Hills, You can spend $100,000 on a kitchen easily, but that doesnt mean it adds $100,000 to your home. In the words of our expert, you dont want to over-upgrade.

To that end, its worth thinking about your potential buyer. Whos most likely to be attracted to your home and the surrounding neighborhood? Do you have great schools and plenty of parks nearby? In that case, maybe young families are your target market. (Your real estate agent will have great insights here.) And, if thats the case, you might see that Carrara marble is trending. Our tip? Opt for quartz instead. This is an easy way to get in on the popular detailwith the durability families like and a more budget-friendly price point that works for you.

That said, dont obsess too much here. Its more about working within your budget and what people are looking for in your area than appealing to a specific buyer. In general, less is more when thinking of other buyers, de Jong says. You want to give them some room to imagine the space as their own. The more niche you go, the narrower your funnel of potential buyers (hence why cloffices may be trendy, but they might not be the best use of your reno budget, compared to general kitchen or home upgrades.) Whatever you can do to make the kitchen feel light, bright, open and clutter-free, the better.

Oh, and one more thing: If youre remodeling for yourself, by all means, buy the best of the best, if thats going to make you happy, de Jong says. So, you have our permission to go after that Sub Zero life, if its been your dream and if you plan on staying in the house awhile.

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COLUMBUS, Ind. Bartholomew County is spending more than $33,000 to complete repairs and remodeling in offices planned for the Bartholomew County Health Department nursing division.

While doing some upgrades, county workers discovered damage near the front door of one of the county-owned offices on Foxpointe Drive, as well as a threshold and flooring area, county maintenance director Rick Trimpe said. The county was also aware that roof repairs would soon be needed when the damage was discovered.

However, Trimpe said some required work is beyond the scope of his crew, who are already busy with renovations to a courtroom and new holding cell at the Bartholomew County Courthouse.

So a decision was made to hire a local contractor Haidiver Homes Inc. to do these projects at a total cost of $18,811, he said.

But after further inspection, county officials discovered there was a second area that was in disrepair. Due to a hidden water leak, black mold was found in the flooring and under the crawlspace in the building, Trimpe said.

Its believed the water leak had slowly spread since before the health department moved into the facility, he said.

An inspection showed a good portion of the flooring had rotted out and had extended into a wall and another room, Trimpe said.

So we decided to go ahead and treat all of the under-skirting of that building, the crawlspace, and whatever walls need treating, Trimpe said.

This second and final part of the repairs and remodeling will cost $14,665, he said.

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Among the many industries forced to adapt during the pandemic is the wellness field, as spas and salons have had to navigate new and ever-changing safety protocols. For hotel and resort spas located in warmer climates, the most natural fix has been to move things outdoors, with treatment cabanas being set up on the beach or around the pool, and fitness circuits and mini-gymsand even class studiosalso heading al fresco. Touchless services that make use of things like massage beds and infrared light have also become popular, as have touch-free mindfulness therapies such as sound healing and reiki. For places that are offering services inside, more time is being blocked off between appointments so rooms can undergo thorough cleaning, and both therapists and clients are donning masks for the duration of the sessions.

If youre really missing the typical spa experience, however, there is another option to ensure safety: Rent the place out. Many hotels and resorts are allowing guests to book exclusive use of their spas so that small groups can have facilities such as swimming pools, hot tubs, relaxation lounges and more all to themselves, in between enjoying treatments. (Note that in most states, steam rooms and saunas have not yet been approved for reopening.) From Hawaii to Yosemite National Park to Palm Beach, here are eight soothing domestic spots in which you can safely relax, without a stranger in sight.

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The National Association of Home Builders Leading Suppliers Council, in collaboration with Pro Builder and Pro Remodeler magazines, unveiled the latest official show homes of the International Builders' Show virtual experience (IBSx): The New American Home 2021 and The New American Remodel 2021. The virtual video presentations of each home, in addition to immersive 3-D virtual tours, will be available for all registered attendees during IBSx, Feb. 9-12.

The New American Home 2021 features a variety of design concepts, efficient construction methods and products. The show home boasts an inverted layout, with the main living areas located on the third floor that feature 14-foot ceilings, abundant light and outdoor living spaces. Centrally located in Florida's downtown Winter Park corridor, this three-story home features three bedrooms, four baths with one half bath, a showroom three-car garage and an exercise room. With numerous ultra-energy-efficient components, this high-performance home was designed and built to be net zero and achieve Emerald level status from the National Green Building Standard. The home is also Energy Star certified and EPA Indoor airPLUS qualified.

The New American Remodel 2021 integrates products and systems that incorporate the latest industry trends. The original 4,081-square-foot property was built in 1973 and featured various ceiling heights throughout. After the builder, E2 Homes, completed an interior and exterior renovation, the home was expanded to 6,549 square feet and now features six bedrooms, six baths with two half baths. It also boasts a summer kitchen, a full-size pool, a fully furnished cabana and an outdoor entertaining area with a lanai. Similar to The New American Home, this home was designed and built to be net zero and achieve Emerald status from the National Green Building Standard. It is also Energy Star certified and EPA Indoor airPLUS qualified.

Each of the homes features spray-foam insulation, solar panels, smart-home operating systems and a full array of energy-efficient appliances.

Phil Kean, owner of Phil Kean Design Group and builder of The New American Home 2021, believes the distinct layout of the home-with the main living areas on the top floor-would be a unique showcase of space optimization. "The interior was designed with the inspiration of an urban loft that overlooks the treetops and was achieved through the meticulous use of many different materials, textures and colors."

For the design of the remodeled show home, builder Rob Smith of E2 Homes noted "its interior was crafted with a focus on enhancing the connection to the outside, through improved views of the lake and easy access to the numerous entertaining spaces."

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --LMC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lennar Corporation and a leader in apartment development and management, today announced the start of preleasing at The Ellis, a luxury mixed-use apartment community in Uptown Charlotte, the city's central business district.

The Ellis, which features 549 apartment homes and approximately 19,000 square feet of retail space, consists of two distinct apartment buildings and is the first new apartment community north of Trade Street since 2012. The midrise building offers 184 homes and the high-rise includes 365 homes, including 23 luxury penthouse layouts. Virtual tours and online leasing options are available to enable future residents to access a unique and realistic view of the community.

The leasing office at The Ellis is scheduled to open on Feb. 15. Move-ins in the midrise building are scheduled to begin in March with high-rise move-ins to follow in early summer.

"We're excited to welcome our first residents to The Ellis, which will complement the established First and Fourth Ward neighborhoods in Uptown," said Jeff Harris, division president of the Carolinas for LMC. "With a desirable suite of community amenities, proximity to the LYNX light rail, First Ward Park and walkable access to an array of entertainment and employment options, we believe The Ellis will set the standard for quality apartment living in the area."

Located at 512 North College Street, The Ellis offers pedestrian-friendly access to the central business district and direct access to the 9th Street Station of Charlotte's LYNX light rail. Residents also have direct connectivity to the Charlotte Rail Trail, a public trail that traverses through the heart of the city and throughout South End. With many retail, dining and entertainment attractions within walking distance, The Ellis features a Walk Score of 93considered a "walker's paradise." Major employers in the area include Bank of America, Truist, Wells Fargo, Duke Energy, Ally Bank, Honeywell and software company AvidXchange.

The Ellis offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes ranging from approximately 531 to 2,669 square feet. Apartment interiors include quartz countertops, Whirlpool appliances, Moen fixtures, Nest thermostats, under-cabinet lighting, luxury vinyl-tile flooring, subway tile backsplashes and ceramic tile surrounds in bathrooms. Select homes include kitchen islands with pendant lighting, wine fridges, walk-in showers and walk-in closets with custom organization systems. Penthouse layouts feature Kohler fixtures, JennAir appliances and soaking tubs.

Each building includes its own suite of amenities. The midrise building includes co-working spaces, a transit lounge adjacent to the light rail, a saline pool with cabanas, outdoor fireplace, bar with sweeping views of First Ward Park, fitness center overlooking the pool courtyard, coffee and entertainment lounge areas and a community room.

The 33rd floor of the high-rise building consists of an amenity deck with heated saline pool, cabanas, outdoor fireplace and kitchen, covered lounge area, fitness center overlooking the city skyline, private dining room, game room, library, and an outdoor expansion area for fitness and yoga. Residents will also have access to digital package lockers, a pet spa, dedicated bike storage and a 24/7 concierge in the high-rise building. Additionally, the community is home to North Ellis Lane, a private street that can be shut down to host events such as food trucks and farmers markets.

The Ellis is one of three LMC communities within Charlotte. Others include Bradham at New Bern Station and Novel Stonewall Station.

About LMCLMC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lennar (NYSE:LEN), is a multifamily real estate development and operating company with a diverse portfolio of institutional quality multifamily rental communities across the US. LMC has a 31,800-unit pipeline of communities ranging from operating to under pre-development that exceeds $12 billion of high-rise, mid-rise and garden apartments.

LMC creates extraordinary communities where people can live remarkably.

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I met Rayni my first week, Mr. Williams said. It was like meeting my best friend someone that liked the same music, the same style, who had an old-school mind-set. And, she came from mortgages, knew contracts, and I was thinking, if I have to do contracts and stuff, Ill never make it in this business.

They have different but complementary personalities.

Branden doesnt hold peoples hands, Mrs. Williams said. He doesnt think that hand holding is efficient. I am a mother and a woman thats more emotional, so I tend to be the coddler.

Bruce Makowsky, a developer, called the couple without a doubt, the two best brokers in Los Angeles. He enlisted the Williamses in 2017 to sell a 12-bedroom Bel Air mansion with a Louis Vuitton-branded bowling alley for $250 million, making it, at the time, the most expensive home in America.

I needed a billionaire to buy that house, Mr. Makowsky said. Unfortunately, it went on the market right after the president decided to alienate China and Russia. After three years, the Williamses sold it to a local businessman for $94 million, an outcome that, given the circumstances, suited Mr. Makowsky just fine. They sell the dream of living in California, he said.

The Williamses are on to the degree that a casual observer would figure they must be on something. In fact, Mr. Williams got sober at 29, and Mrs. Williams at 25, after he commented, You know, youre a good agent, but youd be really good if you stopped drinking. She goes to recovery meetings once a week, he goes once a month.

Every now and then someone will be like, What? Come on, Mrs. Williams said. But then theyll kind of look at us: Wait, youre having this much fun and you dont drink? Branden, youre this crazy and you dont drink? Oh, youre handling our biggest asset? Yeah, stay sober.

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