NBN Online for the week of April 14, 2008

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Flurry of Housing Measures Aim at Jump-Starting Economy
Unsold Home Inventory Casts Shadow on Apartments
Media, Mayors Support ‘Buy Now’ Campaign in Arkansas
The Big Hunt Sets Its Sights On National Membership Day
Coast to Coast
Walking Out of a Mortgage and Into Years of Hurt
Politics & Government
Small Business Health Insurance Bill Introduced
States Act to Limit Home Foreclosures
Slumping Economy, Higher Costs Blow Holes in State Budgets
Plan to Attend the 2008 NAHB Legislative Conference
Economics & Finance
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: An Easy-to-Fabricate Lockset Drill Guide
Business Management
New Industry Accounting Book Indispensable in Tough Times
50Plus Housing
Attend 50+ Symposium in New Orleans on May 19-21
Multifamily
It’s Hard Sledding for Condo Sales, But They Are Selling
Gen Y Provides Hot Prospects for Urban-Styled Apartments
Seattle High-Rise Named Multifamily Community of the Year
Remodelers
Group Remodels in Houston for a Special Caregiver
'Remodel Now' Campaign Materials Are Available
Design
Enter the Best in American Living Awards Competition
Education
Earn Designations at NAHB Conferences in New Orleans
Education Calendar
Green Building
Attend the Green Building Conference in New Orleans
Labor
Job Corps Skills Blossom at Minot Home and Garden Show
Building Products
DuPont Announces Advances in Corian
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Emmer Development Bags Honor for Butterfly Program
IBS Scholarships an Eye-Opener for Drexel Students
Association News
Get Free ‘April Is New Homes Month,’ Resources Online Now
'Interview Skills' Sold Out; Few 'Presentation Skills' Spots Remain
Avoid Credit Card Processing Rate Increases With Solveras
GM $500 Private Offer: Easy as 1-2-3
UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping
Spring Board Meeting Set for April 29-May 3 in Washington
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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It’s Hard Sledding for Condo Sales, But They Are Selling

Gen Y Provides Hot Prospects for Urban-Styled Apartments

Seattle High-Rise Named Multifamily Community of the Year

 

 

Mosler Lofts, the 150-unit condominium tower in downtown Seattle's historic Belltown district, was named the Multifamily Community of the Year at the NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Conference.

Mosler Lofts, designed by Mithun, a Seattle-based architectural firm, was named Multifamily Community of the Year Award by NAHB.

The award, sponsored by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, is one of the top honors in NAHB’s prestigious Pillars of the Industry Awards program, which annually recognizes excellence in multifamily housing development, design, marketing and management.

Jim Bodoia, of Mithun, accepted the award on April 2 on behalf of the company at a gala celebration hosted by NAHB in Colorado Springs, Colo., in conjunction with its annual conference for apartment and condo developers.

The winning community is a 150-unit tower located in downtown Seattle’s historic Belltown district, and features loft condominiums ranging from 500 to 2,000 square feet for flats and townhouses. All units have floor-to ceiling windows and open floor plans, for great views. Community amenities within the building include a green roof terrace, library, art gallery and café.

Mosler Lofts, developed by The Schuster Group, was the the fastest-selling condominium complex in Seattle’s highly competitive marketplace in 2006. During its weekend opening, 42 out of 150 units were sold, and the property reached 90% occupancy within six months. As an epicenter for downtown Seattle’s urban professionals, the condo project additionally received the top award in the Best High-Rise Condominium Community category, sponsored by Whirlpool.

The Pillars of the Industry Awards judging panel described Mosler Lofts as elegantly designed with simple unit plans balancing the architectural interest. They also noted that aside from the aesthetic appeal and urban lifestyle setting, the project provides sustainability inside and out, while supplying the demand for environmentally responsible living.

Click here for the full list of winners posted on NAHB’s Web site.

 

 

A Mosler Lofts kitchen at sunset.


 

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