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CHECK OUT NEW WEBSITE @ WWW.GANTCUSTOMHOMES.COM

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Cabin style duplex in Dorena –By GANT Custom Homes

Here are some pictures of the duplex at Grove Christian Camp GANT Custom Homes built this year. More pictures to follow once the clients get settled, landscaping and flat work get done (when things dry out a bit). … [Read More...]

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Getting it right: Right-sizing house plans

Professional Builder’s House Review design team presents five plans that trim the fat and focus on traffic flow, flexibility, and efficiency. By Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer We continue to hear that the average square footage of homes in the U.S. is shrinking and many buyers, especially the baby boomers, are considering down-sizing. Does that mean we’re finished building … [Read More...]

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Passive House Designs

Can you build a house tight enough to stay toasty in frigid temperatures without relying on a furnace? Yes you can! I sat in on a seminar a couple weeks ago about a house who's total heating needs were the same wattage as a hair dryer. Contact me to learn more about building a house with little (or no) heating and cooling needs. They cost more to build, but not as much as you might think. Just … [Read More...]

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Beautiful Counter Tops from Bearhillwoods!

These beautiful counter tops are from Bearhillwoods (my father-in-law). He can make counter tops, tables, workbenches, and other custom order items with these beautiful African hardwoods. Contact me for more information and to order (cd@gant-construction.com or 541-221-5829). … [Read More...]

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Top Ten Trends for Aging in Place – From agingingplace.com

By Mary Jo Peterson on AgingInPlace.com Top Client Requests 1. First off, although the link to the kitchen and bath is more global than specific, it seems worth mentioning that people are looking at ways to create a level entry and generally more open plans with more clear floor space for easier maneuvering. The newest international residential code allows for the change in level from garage … [Read More...]