The Top 5 Ways to Add Value to Your Home
If you’re looking for ways to increase the value of your home and know that your money is being well spent, well you’ve come to the right place. Adding value to a home isn’t about spending a ton of money, it’s about spending in the right places. It’s about spending effectively and wisely. When you’re working on adding value to a home, it’s important to make sure that you’re spending smart.

According to TLC there are five main areas you should focus on.

1. Kitchen – Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s the central hub. And for most families, the kitchen is the place they spend the most time together. Your kitchen should be warm and inviting and it should feature products other home buyers want such as granite or stainless steal. A well-planned kitchen remodel can give you anywhere from 80-100% ROI when selling a home and can be the reason your home is chosen to begin with.

2. Bathrooms – Bathrooms are considered to be sanctuaries in homes. More often than not, home owners tend to forget about their bathrooms only remember, but it’s not a room you want to leave out. By adding an additional bathroom to your home, or upgrading current bathrooms you’re sure to see a ROI of at least 80 to 90%.

3. Curb Appeal - Many people neglect the front of their home, thinking the interior features will do the work for them. But didn’t momma always say that you only have one chance to make a first impression? The front of your house is the first thing buyers will see and needs to stand out.

4. Home Office – With more and more companies looking to reduce costs and more Americans looking for ways to save money and be more green, working from home has become the norm. This being said, it is important to provide the buyer with a space to work. By creating a in-home office you’re providing home buyers with an easy-to-visualize space as well as providing yourself with a tax-deductible space.

5. More Light and Space – Dark cramped spaces are rarely conducive to a good mood no matter where you are and this same theory applies when it comes to your home. By creating open and inviting rooms you’re sure to increase the value of your home. If you can’t afford to widen doorways or add windows, making sure the furniture is the right size for your room is a perfect way to ensure that your space feels more open and airy.

When you decide it’s time to sell, make sure to keep these five tips in mind and head over to Construction Resources. We have everything you need to remodel your kitchen, bathrooms or anywhere else in your home and we would love to help you make your perfect space a reality. Don’t delay, head to one of our Atlanta kitchen and bath supply stores today!

Atlanta Kitchen Contributes to Phoenix Pass
Construction Resources knows it’s not only good to be environmentally responsible, but socially responsible as well. That is why the company spends a lot of time giving back to the community through its relationship with HomeAid Atlanta.

The most recent project was just completed in Rockdale County. Atlanta Kitchen provided vanity tops for eight apartment units at Phoenix Pass, a project we worked on in conjunction with HomeAid Atlanta. Phoenix Pass just celebrated the grand opening of these single family apartments in Conyers which will provide help for temporarily homeless women and children. The apartments are designed to feel like home with a living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and one bathroom. Residents can stay up to two years, and will receive help with budgeting, job training and guidance in family care and management.

This apartment building is EarthCraft certified, meaning it meets stringent environmental and energy standards. Another apartment building is planned, which will also be EarthCraft certified.

The transitional housing will be a great asset to the Rockdale County area and Construction Resources is proud to be a part of the project.

Get Your Green Countertops from Atlanta Kitchen
These days, many businesses, corporations and individuals are placing a lot of emphasis on going green. It’s an important movement, and one that Construction Resources fully supports. For this reason, the kitchen and bath supply company offers a myriad of green products for consumers to choose when remodeling their home. One of the most elegant and luxurious green products we offer are the Cambria quartz countertops.

Of course there are many reasons to choose Cambria quartz in addition to the fact that they are eco-friendly. Cambria is a stain resistant, nonporous surface that is stronger, harder and easier to care for than other stone surfaces. Cambria is certified by NSF International as safe for use as a food preparation surface. Produced in the United States, Cambria surfaces have a lower carbon footprint than others, requiring less transportation and carbon resources in route to market. Cambria is GREENGUARD for Children and Schools® certified and GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. Cambria also does not contain formaldehyde, volatile organic compounds or radon emissions.

While remodeling your kitchen and home this spring, take Mother Earth into consideration when purchasing your products and materials. If we do not start treating the earth better now and conserving resources, then our future generations will suffer greatly.

Atlanta’s Buck Belue Recommends Cambria Quartz Countertops
680 The Fan is Atlanta’s sports radio station, and one of their most popular on-air talents is none other than Buck Belue. Buck and John Kincade keep you entertained every afternoon while sitting in rush hour traffic. Of course, his stint on Atlanta’s longest running sports show is only a tiny fraction of his experiences in the world of sports. He is truly a sports icon – extremely accomplished in both football and baseball, helping to lead the UGA Bulldogs to the 1980 National Championship while playing quarterback from 1978 – 1981 and also playing professional baseball for three years after college (among many other achievements). So, who does Buck Belue trust with his kitchen renovations? None other than Atlanta Kitchen.

He knows when you are on the field, it is your team that makes you look good. The same thing can be said for any kitchen remodeling project – you need to make sure you have the best team working with you when it comes to laying down your countertops. Atlanta Kitchen has been installing countertops here in Atlanta for over 40 years, and they use the best quality materials available. In fact, they were the first company in Atlanta to install Cambria Quartz countertops.

While many people think that granite is the best surface for countertops, Buck Belue knows better. Cambria Quartz is the finest countertop surface available. Cambria is 93% quartz, twice as strong as granite and will last far longer than other stone and laminated countertop materials. In addition, quartz requires no maintenance and is the most stain resistant countertop on the market. When it comes to design options, you have nothing to worry about as Cambria comes in 64 different colors. And, to top it all off, Cambria quartz is made in the USA, so you know you are supporting local fabricators.

Save on the Colors of Spring
The first day of spring is this weekend, and while we hope it means the cold winter days are behind us for good, we know it is time for spring cleaning and remodeling. To help celebrate the new season, Atlanta Kitchen is offering a special on their Cambria quartz countertops, which, if you recall, was recently named a “Best Buy” in countertops by Consumer Digest magazine.

Since it is a promotion to celebrate the season, only the colors of Spring are being offered at a discounted price – only $55 per square foot! While the promotion is limited to only three colors, Victoria™, Cranbrook™ and Cardiff Cream™, they are very different and will fit a wide variety of themes. So whether you are creating a sleek and modern look or a country setting with your Atlanta kitchen remodeling project, one of these three colors will fit in perfectly.

The promotion is the perfect opportunity for you to upgrade your kitchen with a countertop that you may not have been able to afford otherwise. For roughly the same price you would spend on granite surfaces, you can get a step up in quality and product. You’ll find many similarities between Cambria quartz countertops and granite. Cambria is stain-resistant and, like granite, can withstand high temperatures, but it is harder, stronger and easier to care for. Another big difference between the two materials is that Cambria quartz countertops are eco-friendly. They are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® and GREENGUARD for Children and Schools Certified®. In addition, there is no safer surface available to consumers as Cambria is also certified by NSF International as safe for use as a food preparation surface. Now that you can afford it, there is no reason you shouldn’t choose Cambria quartz countertops for your new kitchen.

So, take a little time to enjoy the new season, and then head to Atlanta Kitchen, Inc to pick out your affordable Cambria quartz countertops and get started on your new kitchen!

Cambria Quartz Countertops are a Best Buy
The March/April 2010 issue of Consumers Digest has a special section devoted to smart kitchen makeovers. Part of this feature includes a list of “Best Buys” in countertops. They covered every kind of countertop you can think of, from laminate to stone and everything in between. They also have the best buy for the premium selection, mid-range selection and economy selection for each category.

Coming in as the “Best Buy” premium selection for Stone & Solid-Surface Countertops is Cambria Quartz at $78 per square foot. When it comes to luxury countertops for the kitchen, hardly anything tops Cambria. Cambria quartz is a stain resistant, non porous surface that is harder, stronger and easier to care for than other stone surfaces because it does not require sealing with chemical-based conditioners, polishers or wax. As an added bonus, Cambria is certified by NSF International as safe for use as a food preparation surface. And the absolute icing on the cake – Cambria quartz countertops are eco-friendly!

When it comes to the competition, Cambria is in a league all its own. They have at least 20 more colors and patterns than any other quartz countertop brand in the same price range and offer a much better warranty.

Atlanta homeowners looking to find this “Best Buy” should look no further than Atlanta Kitchen. Not only does Atlanta Kitchen carry a wide selection of Cambria Quartz countertops, but they are Georgia’s only Preferred Cambria Lexus Partner. Basically, you won’t be able to find these luxury countertops at any other supplier in the city.

Your Source for Garage Doors in Atlanta
Did you know that one of the top ten “musts” for a home in today’s market is a 3 car garage? By turning your two-car garage into a three-car garage, you will have just increased the value of your home with little hassle. Not only will the three-car garage add elegance and charm to the exterior of your house, it provides you with extra space to house a third car or boat or to use as storage.

Bear in mind that three car garages are associated with luxury, estate homes, but in order for the renovation to put your current house in that category, you must pick the right door. For this reason, you should turn to Atlanta Garage Doors & Fireplaces, LLC for all of your garage renovation needs.

Atlanta Garage has a myriad of styles, materials and products for garage doors. In addition, they have all of the hardware needed for a home renovation. One of the most popular trends now are the carriage style garage doors, which Atlanta Garage Doors & Fireplaces has in abundance. They also have single doors as well as double doors, classic wood doors, doors with windows or without windows, low maintenance doors and more!

To upgrade your home with one of the top 10 must have features, look to Atlanta Garage. Their sales staff can help answer all of your questions to ensure you are getting exactly what you are looking for.

Exclusive Supplier of New Artisan Stone Collection
It seems as though we are always talking about ways to improve and increase the value of our homes. Countertops are an easy and affordable way to make a change that can alter the look of an entire space. The Artisan Stone Collection by the Artisan Group, an independent organization of North America’s premier countertop fabricators, is a great line to start considering options for the kitchen renovation.  The collection features beautiful natural stone countertops like granite and marble, but now also includes Saratoga Soapstone (pictured). The best part is that it is the first and only collection with a residential limited lifetime warranty.

The Artisan Stone Collection recently added five new granite and marble colors, which include:

• Calacatta Gold
• White Carrara
• Breccia sarda
• Dark Emperador
• Crema Marfil
• Juparana Persa
• Golden Crystal
• Bianco Antico
• Artic Pearl
• Crema Terra

However, if you’re looking for a low maintenance countertop that is a great alternative to granite, take a close look at the new Saratoga Soapstone line. Soapstone is a heavy, mineral talc composition that can endure temperatures up to 600 degrees. It is quarried like granite, but with a velvety smooth texture and fits a variety of design options, whether you want a modern kitchen, classic American or anything!

The new line of Saratoga Soapstone comes in three colors:

• Vineyard Green
• Saratoga Black
• Stillwater Gray

Construction Resources, Inc. has showrooms located in Decatur, Alpharetta and Lake Oconee. For more information about Construction Resources and their products, call 404,419-1259, visit their Facebook Fanpage. These counters are available through Construction Resources’ Atlanta Kitchen, Inc.

Construction Resources Celebrates 40 Years!
January 2010 marked the 40th anniversary for Construction Resources, Inc. So what makes a company withstand the tests of time – quality product and first class customer service. There is no way any company could endure four decades of business without making customer satisfaction a top priority. At Construction Resources, we set ourselves apart from other kitchen and bath suppliers by having customers deal with only one salesperson, which makes it much easier to go through the ordering, scheduling and vendor processes.

As for quality product, we are the exclusive Georgia supplier of the Artisan Stone Collection. Construction Resources is also a preferred Cambria Lexus partner, meaning we are the sole supplier of luxury Cambria quartz countertops in Georgia. Our three different showrooms have some of the widest selections of products in the Southeast, from countertops and sinks to tile and bathtubs. There’s a reason that Construction Resources is a one-stop shop for all kitchen and bath needs.

When you turn to Construction Resources for your kitchen and bath needs, you can breathe easy knowing your are doing business with a second generation established company. We have a long history in Atlanta and are looking forward to a bright future.

Granite Countertops are a Must for Today’s Homes
The International Builders Show, which took place in January, is the biggest trade show for the home building industry. Builders, remodelers, designers, architects, real estate agents and more all come together to learn the latest technologies and hottest trends in the industry. Thanks to attendees at the 2010 show, we have a list of the top 10 must haves for today’s new homes, and granite countertops made it to the top of the list.

While this article may specifically reference new home buyers and new homes, do remember that move-up buyers will expect to find these features in a re-sale home as well. So, when planning your next home renovation or remodeling project, it would be extremely beneficial to look over this list of the 10 musts and incorporate them into your existing home.

As for the number one item – large kitchens with an island – Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. would be delighted to help you out. When it comes to granite countertops in Atlanta, we have a vast selection – one of the widest selections you’ll find in the Southeast. In fact, we recently completed our new facility devoted specifically to granite. No matter the color scheme or theme of your kitchen, you’ll find a design and color to match at Atlanta Kitchen. Take your luxury kitchen renovation one step further by choosing a granite slab from our exclusive Designer Series, which features exotic stone imported from Italy.

Also remember that now is a great time to head to Atlanta Kitchen because you can get a free stainless steel Artisan sink with your granite countertop purchase, but this offer is only good through the end of March.

Refer a Friend and Get $50!
At Atlanta Marble, a Construction Resources company, we are extremely happy to have your business and do everything we can to ensure you are 100% satisfied with your purchase and the installation. We also hope that you’ll tell your friends and family about us when they are complimenting your new floor. If you take it one step further and send them in our direction when they start their next remodeling project, we’ll give you a $50 American Express gift card as a way of saying “thank you” for the referral. That’s not all, we’ll give your friend a $50 gift card, too. You each get $50 for making Atlanta Marble your choice when it comes to putting a new floor in your kitchen or bathroom.

There is one stipulation – each recipient must purchase a minimum of $1,000 in tile and installation services in order to qualify.

Atlanta Marble Mfg. is a full service metro-Atlanta Tile Contractor specializing in stone tile installations including travertine, porcelain, natural stone, ceramic and even glass tile. When undertaking your next home renovation, look to Atlanta Marble for your flooring. Many people don’t realize just how much impact the floor has on the overall design of a kitchen or bathroom, and the wrong tile can just lead to disaster. Helping you avoid such a disaster is one of the things we do best. Be sure to stop by our showroom and speak with a sales agent about the different types of tile and which will work best for your needs.

Remember, when undertaking any kitchen or bathroom remodeling project, Construction Resources is your one-stop shop for all of your needs.

HomeAid Atlanta Names Construction Resources Trade Partner of the Year
ATLANTA – HomeAid Atlanta named Construction Resources its Trade Partner of the Year during an award ceremony held in January at Villa Christina. The award honors an extraordinary non-builder who has partnered with HomeAid Atlanta on one or more of its transitional housing developments.

Construction Resources was selected for the Trade Partner of the Year based on their service and commitment to HomeAid Atlanta and its mission to provide transitional housing for Atlanta’s homeless population.

“HomeAid Atlanta represents the caring side of the homebuilding industry and reflects positively on the industry as a whole, as well as the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association,” said Mitch Hires, President of Construction Resources. “We truly enjoy participating in the great work that they are doing to help make a difference for families in need.” 

Over the past four years, Construction Resources has donated and installed a combination of kitchen countertops, cultured marble vanity tops, sinks, mirrors and wire shelving for five transitional housing projects. Most recently, partnering with HomeAid Atlanta in its work at Phoenix Pass in Conyers. The 8-unit apartment building and community center is being designed to serve homeless single mothers with children. Construction Resources is providing eco-friendly countertops to the project, which will be EarthCraft House certified once complete. The other four housing projects in which Construction Resources partnered with HomeAid include HomeStretch, Community Advanced Practice Nurses, My House and Tapestry Youth Ministries.

In addition to continued support on shelter projects, Construction Resources and its staff have regularly participated in HomeAid Atlanta's fundraising activities. Construction Resources has regularly registered a foursome in most of HomeAid’s Fairway to Haven® Golf Classics. The company has also provided services and products for Project Playhouse® and volunteered time to sell raffle tickets in the Playhouse Village.
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About HomeAid Atlanta: HomeAid Atlanta is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working in partnership with the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, and is a local chapter of HomeAid America, a leading national provider of transitional housing for the temporarily homeless. The HomeAid mission is to build and maintain dignified housing where homeless families and individuals can rebuild their lives. This is accomplished through the donation of construction services and materials from members of the homebuilding industry. HomeAid Atlanta partners with existing homeless service providers and expands their capacity to serve the homeless by building a new transitional housing facility or renovating an existing facility. For more information about HomeAid Atlanta, visit www.homeaidatlanta.org.

Construction Resources Launches Free Sink Promotion

ATLANTA –.Construction Resources, Inc., Atlanta’s leading supplier of kitchen and bath products for homeowners and builders, recently announced a “free sink” online promotion at all of its showrooms throughout the metro Atlanta area through March 31.

This unprecedented deal allows visitors who purchase 40 square feet or more of granite, quartz or solid-surface countertops to receive a stainless steel Artisan sink for free (a $300 value). With the widest selections of countertops in the Southeast including more than 3,000 slabs of granite, natural stone and quartz, this deal will allow those to the looking to remodel their kitchen or bath the perfect opportunity to save some money.

“This is an ideal time for homeowners and builders looking to save some money, but also looking to take advantage of the green building tax credit,” said Mitch Hires, president of Construction Resources. “We have numerous options to satisfy all tastes and budgets. The quality and variety of our products truly makes us a one stop shop.”

Construction Resources has showrooms conveniently located in Decatur, Alpharetta and Lake Oconee. Visit www.constructionresourcesusa.com to learn more about the promotion. To receive updates, friend Construction Resources on Facebook at www.facebook.com/constructionresources or follow on twitter at KitchenBath.

Artisan Group™ Launches Modesto - Its Most Affordable Granite Line
Artisan Stone Collection™ now includes three modestly priced colors with the same Artisan Group comprehensive lifetime warranty

AUSTIN – November 30, 2009– Artisan Group is launching a new line of modestly priced granite in three versatile colors with the same Artisan Stone Collection comprehensive lifetime warranty. The colors start at $35/square foot and include: Sorrento, Rustico and Mendola.

To request a quote on your new kitchen or bathroom countertop contact Atlanta Kitchen, Inc., a member of the Artisan Group.

IT'S GORGEOUS; IT'S CERTIFIED
ECO By Cosentino achieves Cradle to Cradle Silver Certification and contributes to LEED certification.
Leading the movement towards sustainable surfacing materials; ECO By Cosentino announces it has been awarded silver level Cradle to Cradle Certification and has been recognized by Green Building Council for Contribution towards five to nine credits in the LEED certification system.

ECO by Consentino earns Award
NEW YORK, New York - November, 19, 2009 - ECO™ by Cosentino, a revolutionary new line of sustainable countertop and surfacing material composed of 75% recycled material, is proud to announce its sweeping win in multiple industry awards in innovation and sustainability. Selected by a distinguished panel of judges, editors, industry leaders, and consumers, ECO™ by Cosentino has won the 2009 Building Products Green Product Awards, Multi-Housing News Green Initiative Awards, Interiors & Sources Readers Choice Awards. Additionally, ECO™ by Cosentino was awarded the Innovative Product of the Year at the 2009 Stone Expo in Las Vegas and was recognized as the Best Product at CONSTRUMAT, the leading international construction fair in Barcelona, Spain.

Atlanta Kitchen adds Saratoga© Soapstone to its Product Line
Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. is proud to announce the addition of Saratoga Soapstone to its product offerings.

Soapstone is made up of mineral deposits created by nature and quarried from the earth. The main mineral components in soapstone include talc, chlorite, dolomite and magnesite, a combination which creates a soft, warm, yet durable surface.

Once you fall in love with the natural look and beauty of Saratoga Soapstone, you’ll be excited about the many applications where you can use it in your home. Saratoga Soapstone’s timeless qualities and classic appeal make it the ideal choice to enjoy for years to come.

Ask your sales representative about Saratoga Soapstone today or give us a call at 404-378-3220.

Construction Resources is a proud sponsor of the Remodeler’s Business Forum
The event, organized by the Atlanta chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), will educate remodelers and other attendees on:

- How to maintain an edge over the competition
- How to be more effective at reaching consumers
- How become leaner and meaner for the current environment
- The newest products and services

Experts will speak on valuable topics such as estimating, small business best practices, social media and more!

The Remodelers Business Forum will be held at Insidesign, 1231 Ashford Crossing, Atlanta, GA 30346, November 5 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., followed by a cocktail reception until 7:00 p.m. The event includes breakfast, lunch and the cocktail reception. All seminars count as NARI Continuing Educational Units (CEU’s) for all certified professionals. Visit NARI Atlanta to register and be sure to stop by Construction Resources’ booth at the registration area the day of the event!

Luxurious Caesarstone Tops at The Mansion on Peachtree
If you participated in the Modern Atlanta Home Tour, you saw some of Construction Resources’ most innovative work at The Mansion on Peachtree. For this unique project, Construction Resources installed Caesarstone, a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), and GREENGUARD Environmental Institute certified product that is absolutely gorgeous.

Caesarstone is made up of 93 percent natural quartz, one of nature’s strongest minerals, and offers the ultimate combination of form and function, allowing for a more diverse, durable, and practical surfacing material than either granite or marble, providing top-notch stain, crack, scratch, chemical, and heat-resistant properties.

Construction Resources is a one-stop shop for all residential and commercial kitchen needs for home builders and remodelers. The 39-year-old company has provided a combination of kitchen countertops, cultured marble vanity tops, sinks, mirrors and wire shelving for four transitional housing projects in partnership with HomeAid Atlanta.

Cambria Unveils 16 New Colors to their Quarry and Desert Collections
Cambria continues leading the way in color innovation with 16 unprecedented new colors. They have completely revolutionized the look of their superior stone material. These new colors possess movement, depth, veining and tonality that no other stone provider has been able to capture, until now. In addition, these new colors have all the performance benefits of Cambria quartz.

Samples of the new colors will be delivered and unpacked during a special VIP breakfast for Atlanta Kitchen's sales staff and Cambria employees. The unveiling will take place on Wednesday, August 26 at Atlanta Kitchen's new Indoor Slab Gallery in Decatur, GA.

Super Saturday Sale - Saturday, August 29
The kids are back in school and Fall means now you have the time to tackle those much needed home improvement projects. Not sure where to start? Visit the North Atlanta Design Guild at 10700 State Bridge Road in Johns Creek! The North Atlanta Design Guild is more than just a shopping center, it is your go-to for ideas, advice and products for all your home improvement needs.

Visit talented, award-winning specialty merchants that are experienced and dedicated to making your home improvement projects stress free and your home beautiful. Update your kitchen with new countertops, your master bath with new tile or your closet with organizational components.  Visit for lots of options and ideas.

Located at the corners of State Bridge Road and Morton road in Johns Creek, merchants include Atlanta Marble Mfg. and Atlanta Kitchen, Window Traditions of Georgia, Modern Elements Furniture, JD’s Glassworks, EastWind Traders and more!

And with merchants like these, you will not want to miss the North Atlanta Design Guild’s Super Saturday Sale, Saturday, August 29, where shoppers will enjoy exclusive discounts, raffles, prizes and the answers to all of your design questions!

Construction Resources Kitchen & Bath Showroom
10700 State Bridge Road, Ste.7, Alpharetta, GA 30022
Phone: 678-867-2165 Fax: 678-867-2357
Monday - Friday: 10AM - 6PM
Satureday: 10AM - 5PM
Sunday: Closed

Construction Resources Hosts Fabricators Alliance of America Meeting
Construction Resources hosted a Fabricators Alliance of America (FAA) meeting this Tuesday August 11th. The FAA is a branch of American Home Surfaces, an alliance of more than 600 independent flooring and carpet dealers. The FAA  works with fabricators and flooring dealers through a partnership with Daltile Slab Yards and Armstrong Cabinets.

Construction Resources and its affiliate Atlanta Kitchen is proud to be the countertop fabricator of choice for all members in the southeast.

At the meeting, lots of exciting flooring and countertop business was conducted. Members were introduced to Atlanta Kitchen and all of its services, products and pricing, Atlanta Kitchen offered and began setting up training for participating members and the function and application of granite was discussed, among many other items. But the bottom line is that Construction Resources continues to work hard, remain competitive, tied to the industry, and build relationships that mean quality, strength,  superiority and ultimately, satisfaction for each and every one of their customers.

To learn more, visit American Home Surfaces and the Fabricators Alliance of Ameica online or contact Construction Resources for your Atlanta countertop fabrication needs at 404-419-1259.

An Evening of Elevated Modern Design and Sustainability
SCIC (pronounced "chick"), Atlanta’s newest Italian luxury kitchen design, held an open house welcoming the first SCIC showroom in Atlanta and presented an evening of elevated contemporary design and sustainability on Thursday, July 30.  SCIC’s special guest was Lightroom’s founder, William J. Carpenter PhD FAIA, who discussed Lightroom’s current projects and signing copies of his latest book- Modern Sustainable Residential Design: A Guide for Design Professionals. The event was sponsored by Atlanta Kitchen who recently partnered with SCIC to be the exclusive provider of countertops in every kitchen they design.

Attendees were able to experience the new elegant SCIC showroom and their Italian-designed, cutting-edge kitchens and artwork from esteemed South African artists.  SCIC’s and Atlanta Kitchen’s friendly and knowledgeable staff were on hand to answer any questions.

SCIC, a leading company in the Italian kitchen design field, boasts a long history of fine cabinet making that started over forty five years ago. Thanks to Renzo Fornari, the company’s president who soon sensed the major growing opportunities offered by foreign markets, SCIC has been introduced to the American landscape in several major US cities, New York, Chicago, Miami and Los Angeles, and culminating with the latest opening of the showroom in Atlanta, Ga.

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Construction Resources, Inc. Goes Green at Greenhaven
Pace Homebuilders presents Greenhaven, Atlanta’s newest model for green building and sustainable design.  Located in Chelsea Landing, the first eco-friendly neighborhood community in East Cobb County, Greenhaven will carry the US Green Building Council’s LEED for Homes (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification and showcase the latest in green building techniques, sustainable design, state-of-the-art-technology, and energy efficiency, teaching that eco-living is attainable even in the suburbs. Cambria countertops, shower doors and bath mirrors throughout Greenhaven were supplied and installed by Construction Resources, Inc.

Construction Resources is an all-inclusive provider of the best in home construction needs, such as stone, fireplaces, tubs, windows and doors for residential and commercial home builders and remodelers.

In addition to shower doors and bath mirrors in all baths in the home, Construction Resources installed environmentally-friendly Cambria natural quartz countertops for the kitchen and all baths. Cambria is a stain resistant, nonporous surface that is stronger, harder and easier to care for than other stone surfaces.

Cambria is certified by NSF International as safe for use as a food preparation surface. Produced in the United States, Cambria surfaces have a lower carbon footprint than others, requiring less transportation and carbon resources in route to market. Cambria is GREENGUARD for Children and Schools® certified and GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified® by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. Cambria also does not contain formaldehyde, volatile organic compounds or radon emissions.

Cambria Countertops Fabricated and Installed by Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. Featured at the Golf Club of Georgia
The Golf Club of Georgia's club house now features CAMBRIA quartz countertops throughout which were donated, fabricated and installed by Atlanta Kitchen, Inc.

Since 1990, The Golf Club of Georgia has stood for unmatched service, camaraderie and hospitality and an unrelenting devotion to daily turf quality and performance.

Established for the enthusiastic golfer or executive who desires to use an elite club for business entertaining, The Golf Club of Georgia enjoys championship course conditions every day, offering incredible golf experiences to its members and their guests.

The two Arthur Hills-designed courses, Lakeside and Creekside, are distinctly different from each other, offering the golfer enormous architectural, aesthetic and strategic variety.

Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. is proud to be a part of theGolf Club of Georgia and looks forward to a long relationship.

Construction Resources, Inc. hosts Open House
Construction Resources hosted an Open House on Thursday, June 18 from 2:00 to 8:00pm. More than 300 builders, architects, designers, Millwork Houses, Cabinet Companies, and Specifiers attended the event.

The agenda included networking, tours of our Decatur facilities, product demonstrations, and grand opening of our new Indoor Natural Stone & Quartz Slab Gallery. Drinks and catered heavy hors' d'oeuvres were served throughout the open house. The evening ended with a raffle which included a 42” flat screen tv, Big Green Egg grill, golf clubs, and assorted gift certificates. Thanks to all who attended this successful event.

Special thanks to all of our generous sponsors including Cambria which was our Platinum Sponsor of the Open House.

Cambria and Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. form New Exclusive Partnership
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (May 04, 2009) – Cambria, the only producer of natural quartz surfaces in the U.S., announced today that Decatur-based Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. is the latest Cambria fabricator business partner to be inducted into their Lexus Partner Program.

The Lexus Partner Program was designed by Cambria to further strengthen the relationships between Cambria and its fabricator partners as well as provide the highest possible service to the consumer. Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. is the ninth fabricator partner to be inducted into the program.  Consolidated Kitchens & Fireplaces (Omaha, Neb.), Renaissance Marble & Tile (Urbandale, Iowa), TrendStone, LLC (Lenexa, Kan.), K & D Counter Tops, Inc. (Trenton, IL), StoneTrends, LLC (Chesterfield, MO) Smokey Mountain Tops (Knoxville, TN), Fine Line Pacific (Seattle, WA) and Floform Countertops (Winnipeg, Manitoba; Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta; and Regina and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) were inducted in 2008 and 2009.

“The Lexus Partner designation elevates and solidifies our deep partnership with Atlanta Kitchen, Inc.,” said Martin Davis, Cambria President and CEO.  “This relationship demonstrates Cambria’s commitment to high-quality, very capable fabricators that set the standard for delivering exceptional products and outstanding customer service.” Cambria Lexus Partners must meet specific criteria set by Cambria that includes sales success, exceptional quality and customer service, and a commitment to marketing the Cambria brand.  In return, Lexus Partners enjoy unique benefits from Cambria, including a guaranteed market position through exclusive fabrication and distribution in their marketplace; and dedicated Cambria sales, marketing and training support.

“We are excited about our new Lexus Partner status and look forward to further promoting the Cambria brand,” said Mitch Hires, co-owner of Atlanta Kitchen.  “Atlanta Kitchen’s Lexus Partner status will strengthen our relationship with Cambria and create mutual growth and success for both companies.” 

Cambria Countertops Fabricated and Installed by Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. Featured at the Cadillac Club
The Cadillac Club, located  on the lower West Plaza  of the Verizon Amphitheatre in Alpharetta, GA, is a luxurious private club designed for entertaining and being entertained. Season ticket holders, their guests and other members enjoy gourmet food, a full bar and live outdoor performances all summer long.

The club features CAMBRIA quartz countertops throughout which were fabricated and installed by Atlanta Kitchen, Inc.  In addition, several table tops within the club showcase various selections from the CAMBRIA palette of more than 50 colors.

Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. is proud to be a part of the Cadillac Club and looks forward to a long relationship with the Verizon Amphitheater and CAMBRIA.

Our Cambria / Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. commercial currently running the Verizon Amphitheatre:

Florida Bath & Surfaces Helps Out Extreme Makeover Home Edition
TALLAHASSEE - Hundreds of volunteers helped build a home for a couple who adopted six special needs children from China, and eight of those good Samaritans were from Santa Rosa Beach.

Bob Schoen and seven others from Florida Bath & Surfaces, Inc. created kitchen and bathroom countertops on the fly for the new home during a late-February taping of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition."

Usually, Schoen said it takes about a week and a half to create a template for countertops and fabricate them. This time, they created the tops off of designer renderings, installed them from 3 a.m. to 8 a.m. one morning and adjusted imperfections in the field.

"It was definitely a little more difficult," Schoen said. "But there was total cooperation."

Schoen said usually if trades have to work "on top of each other" in a home being built, people can get "ornery."

"That wasn't the case here," Schoen said. "We had 50 to 60 people in the house at once and everyone was pitching in. We knew it was a good thing."

The Cambria quartz kitchen countertops and LivingStone bathroom countertops would have normally cost about $12,000. The companies donated their material for this build, though, and Schoen and his crew donated their time.

"When we told the company and our folks about it, there was nothing but excitement," Schoen said.

Sadly, the father of the group, George Kadis, passed away from brain cancer since the taping of the show.

"He knew his family would be taken care of," Schoen said. "He knew they'd have a home."

The "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" episode featuring the Kadis family will air on ABC on April 12. Check local listings for times.

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Construction Resources Ranked #4
in Southeast Construction Magazine
Construction Resources, Inc. was recently ranked #4 in total 2007 revenue in a four-state region including Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina and Florida.

The ranking was based on $54,483,400 in sales including stone, glass, mirrors, and tile materials. To view the magazine online please click here. To view the article, please click on the thumbnail to the the right

Atlanta Marble Mfg. Introduces its New
Select Series of Tile
Atlanta Marble has recently introduced a new Select Series of porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone tile.

The Select Series contains some of their most popular colors choices and is offered at discounted pricing.

To view the Select Series, click on the flyer to the right or visit one of their four showrooms where you can view actual tile samples. For more information please call 404-378-3132.

GAHBA Installs 2009 Board of Directors
On Thursday, Jan. 15, the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (HBA) installed its 2009 Board of Directors. The evening began with a cocktail reception and presentation highlighting the association’s successes throughout 2008. Then, the 2009 Board of Directors took their oath of office.

Steve King was installed as the 2009 HBA president. King is president of Ivey Chase, LLC, a north Atlanta homebuilding company in business since 1994. Prior to his building career, King was involved in real estate lending with various organizations throughout the Southeast. King has a bachelor’s degree in industrial relations from the University of North Carolina and a doctor of juris prudence degree from Atlanta Law School. King retired from the Air Force Reserve in 1995.

Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. Offers New Artisan Heritage Wood Collection
Atlanta Kitchen has expanded its countertop offerings to include the Artisan Heritage Wood Collection.

This new product line includes domestic, exotic and reclaimed wood type species.

Check back soon for more details on this beautiful new line of countertops.

Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. Expands Its Product Offerings

Atlanta Kitchen would like to announce their expanded line of stainless steel, porcelain, and hand made copper sinks to their existing line of specialty products. In addition, Atlanta Kitchen now offers a full line of kitchen and bathroom vanity faucets from top manufacturers.

These new offerings will further complement the company's
already full line of specialty products for the home. To view these new product lines, simply click on one of the photos to the right.

Atlanta Kitchen, Inc. and Construction Resources, Inc. Partner with the Artisan Group.
Atlanta Kitchen is pleased to introduce the Artisan Stone Collection, the first and only granite countertop with a comprehensive Lifetime Warranty, available in Georgia exclusively through Atlanta Kitchen and Construction Resources.

Launched in 2008, the Artisan Group is the premier network of stone fabricators in North America. Artisan Group offers a new brand of granite, the Artisan Stone Collection, which is the only granite countertop with a Lifetime Warranty – an industry first.

The Artisan Group is known for superior quality and craftsmanship unsurpassed in the stone industry. Atlanta Kitchen went through an extensive interview and selection process prior to being invited to join the group.

Atlanta Kitchen Inc. Introduces New Designer Series of Exotic Stone from Italy
Atlanta Kitchen has added a new Designer Series of exotic stone to its inventory including 15 ornamental stones imported directly from Italy. We encourage you to stop by our slab yard located in Decatur, GA (by appointment) to view actual slabs.

For more information and to view photos of all colors, simply click on the image to the right.