Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Northern Vermont

Better Homes Award Winners

The Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Northern VT 2011 Better Homes Award Winners
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Lifetime Achievement Award

Jim Dousevicz of Dousevicz, Inc.

21 Carmichael Street, Suite 201
Essex Jct., VT 05452
802-879-4477

Picture: Brad, Jim & Jed Dousevicz

The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to the member who has give much of their life to the building community and has been a member for a number of years. The past receipients have all been members held in high regard that have made an impact on the housing industry in Vermont. Jim Dousevicz, of Dousevicz, Inc. is this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award winner. A member of the Home Builders since he started his company in 1991, Jim has worked tirelessly through the years to provide housing opportunities to countless Vermonters of all ages, from senior citizens living on fixed incomes, to newly married couples looking for their first starter home. Jim’s commitment to the housing industry has been unparalleled, and today the tradition of a family owned and operated business is carried on as Jim works beside two of his sons, Jed and Brad. Thank you Jim for your dedication to housing in Vermont and congratulations on receiving the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award!

T. Wayne Kondor Builder of the Year

Ward Smyth, CGP, CGB, CAPS of Turtle Creek Builder Ltd.

4 Mad River Green, PO Box 760
Waitsfield, VT 05673
(802) 496-2206

The T. Wayne Kondor Builder of the Year Award, named after the late Wayne Kondor, was developed to highlight a builder member that is involved in the Association, as well as the community. The past recipients have been members that have given a tremendous amount of time and energy to the Association as well as to their community. Ward Smyth, of Turtle Creek Builders has been one of the most active members of the Home Builders in recent years. Serving as President of the Association in 2010, Ward also is a member of the Green Council, and the Government Affairs and Education Committees. As a strong supporter and proponent of the building trades, Ward regularly testifies on behalf of the Association at the State House in Montpelier, has been interviewed by various media outlets, and has served on study committees as an expert in the residential field. Ward’s dedication to the industry and profession is unmatched. Congratulations Ward on being awarded the 2011 T. Wayne Kondor Builder of the Year!

Remodeler of the Year

Joe Meccia, CGP of Joseph Meccia Builder, LLC
1330 Main Road
Huntington, VT 05462
802-578-5903

The Remodeler of the Year Award is presented to a member who specializes in remodeling. Past recipients have been active in the Remodelers Council, the Association as well as their community. Joe Meccia, of Joseph Meccia Builder, LLC has been helping people remodel their homes since 1987. Whatever the customer needs Joe can do. Whether it’s finishing a bathroom, installing new windows, building a new porch, or a cupola, Joe is ready to help his clients bring their vision for their home to life. Joe has been an active member of the Association since 2004, has earned his Certified Green Professional designation from the National Association of Home Builders and can be found regularly at Remodelers Council meetings. Congratulations Joe on being named the 2011 Remodeler of the Year!

Associate of the Year

Jeff Gephart, VermontWise Energy Services

PO Box 258
Rochester, VT 05767
800-893-1997

The Associate of the Year Award is presented to the Associate member who has shown the most commitment to the Association over the past year. This can involve committee participation, attendance at membership events, testifying at the Statehouse, and membership recruitmen/retention to name a few. This can be presented to an individual or an entire company. Jeff Gephart of VermontWise Energy Systems has been active in the both the Northern and Southern Home Builders and Remodelers Association since 1994. His dedication to energy efficiency and green building practices has helped to improve the housing stock in Vermont, and has made Jeff one of the “go-to” experts in the field when it comes to incorporating more green building practices and energy efficiency techniques into a home. Congratulations Jeff!