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KB2 WINS WBA REMODELING AWARDMADISON- Cindy Knutson-Lycholat, CGR, CAPS of Knutson Brothers II in East Troy won the “Specialty” category in the 2010 “A Cut Above the Rest” Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) remodeling competition at the Wisconsin Builders Conference held at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells from February 10-12, 2011. The WBA remodeling awards showcase the work and commitment members have to the remodeling industry. Winners of the “Cut Above the Rest” have proven to uphold values such as pride in craftsmanship, attention to detail, extraordinary customer service, and a passion for the industry. The 2010 A Cut Above the Rest WBA remodeling awards were sponsored exclusively by American/Kennedy-Hahn. All entries were judged by a jury of professionals in the remodeling and building industry. Winning entries were selected based on their unique, creative approach to design, aesthetics and marketing appeal, sensitivity to existing building elements, appropriate use of existing building elements and functional value and cost effectiveness.
The Wisconsin Builders Association®, consisting of 25 local associations, is an organization of more than 6,000 members committed to preserving and promoting the American dream of home ownership by working for quality, safe and affordable housing in Wisconsin.
The WBA Builder of the Year is one of the highest honors a builder member can attain. A panel of past winners evaluates each candidate’s professionalism and their level of activity within WBA, the National Home Builders Association, and their local association. Since 1967, WBA has awarded only one other female into this select group of 41 members who have shown a long and ongoing commitment to the home building industry in Wisconsin. Knutson-Lycholat has operated Knutson Brothers II, LLC since 1994, and has over 31 years of experience in the building industry. Knutson-Lycholat is an active member in the Lakeland Builders Association, having served as their president and as a WBA Board Director since 1999. She is also involved on the national level having served as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers Council Trustee, Certified Aging in Place Board of Governors and the Remodeler 20 Peer Group. Knutson-Lycholat was awarded the NAHB Remodeler of the Year in 2007, and served as a National Director for over ten years. Knutson-Lycholat has demonstrated her commitment to learning the best and latest in building practices by earning professional designations from NAHB including Certified Graduate Remodeler, and Certified Aging in Place Specialist. Knutson Brothers II, LLC specializes in remodeling from design to build on time, and on budget. Click here for the complete Press Release. Cindy Knutson-Lycholat, CGR, CAPS, CR owner of Knutson Bros. II was recently awarded the prestigious Remodeler of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) for her years of dedication to the remodeling industry. According to Therese Crahan, Excecutve Director at NAHB, one award is given out each year by their organization, and the NAHB was proud to award Knutson-Lycholat this prestigious award for 2006. “The applicant is judged on many things, including business acumen, business longevity, service to the industry, community involvement and customer satisfaction,” said Crahan. “You must be spectacular to get the award.” “Our entire company is honored to receive this award,” said Knutson-Lycholat. “One of our personal goals is to raise the level of professionalism in the remodeling industry to help dispel the perception that remodelers must be viewed with caution. This award recognizes that we have made progress towards this goal.” According to Bob Gibson of Verhalen, Inc., a vendor that Knutson Bros. II has worked with for many years, it is no surprise that Knutson-Lycholat was awarded this prestigious, national award. “Being able to understand the customer really sets Knutson Bros (II) apart from others,” says Gibson. “They are different than other design/build remodelers because of their professional, non-intimidating approach with vendors and customers. They really eliminate the stress and fear of remodeling because they lay out a plan and they stick to it every time.” (January 2007) Read all about the award in the Qualified Remodeler Magazine The Wisconsin Remodelors Council presents the annual Wisconsin Builders Association Remodeling "A CUT ABOVE THE REST" Award recognizing excellence in design and construction of residential and non-residential renovation projects. The 2006 Awards were presented at the 2007 WBA Convention on January 20, 2007, including Knutson Bros. II, LLC of East Troy, WI for their Whole House Remodel Project.
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Numerous Chrysalis Awards including the 2000 Wisconsin Remodeler of the Year and the 1999 Chrysalis Project Award Wisconsin Builders Association 2006 Hall of Fame National Remodeler of othe Month in January 2005 Big 50 Remodeler iin 1989 and 2001 Lakeland Builders Association (Walworth County) Builder of the Year in 1998 |
The winning project utilized the foundation of an existing sunroom as a starting point to add an additional conventional room using casement windows and skylights. In addition to the sunroom work, three round bubble windows were replaced with custom round, flat units and two patio doors. Existing window units were adjusted and reused, saving the owner thousands in replacement costs. Vinyl siding was installed with a R-5 insulating factor. The furnance and air conditioner were replaced with energy-efficient units and balanced the system. The home is now more consistent in temperature from room to room. Less draft and less expensive to heat.
Cindy Knutson-Lycholat, CGR, CAPS, CGP of Knutson Brothers II, LLC in East Troy was named the WBA Builder of the Year on February 7, 2009 at the Wisconsin Builders Association® (WBA) annual convention, held at Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, .
The project was a get-away home for a young couple with two children. They love entertaining. The space above the three-car garage became a dormitory style sleeping area, including a bathroom, a game-media room with a private deck. Four dormers were added to the second floor exterior for a great view of the lake. Significant upgrades include the staircase code updates and appeal. The front porch was converted to a "year round" room, offering a great view of the lake. The kitchen was enlarged, using spaces previously used by the laundry room and a bedroom.
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