Case Named 2011 Master Design Awards Winner by Qualified Remodeler Magazine

Bethesda, Md. – September 1, 2011 – Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. has been named a 2011 Master Design Awards winner by Qualified Remodeler magazine. The prestigious annual awards program, now in its 33rd year, recognizes outstanding achievement in residential remodeling projects in 22 categories. Case Design/Remodeling, Inc. won a Silver Award in the Kitchen Remodel Under $50,000 category.

A panel of judges selected the 2011 Master Design Awards winners from more than 250 entries. The judges included Tim Benkowski, CMKBD, TimothyJ Kitchen & Bath Inc., Milwaukee; Geno Benvenuti, Benvenuti and Stein, Evanston, Ill.; Rich Bubnowski, Richard Bubnowski Design LLC, Point Pleasant Beach, N.J.; Michael Klement, AIA, NCARB, AIBD, CPBD, CAPS, CGP, Architectural Resource LLC, Ann Arbor, Mich.; Chris Landis, AIA, Landis Construction, Washington, D.C.; and Michael Menn, AIA, CAPS, CGR, CGP, Michael Menn Ltd., Northbrook, Ill.

The judges chose Case Design/Remodeling for its success in creating a project with aesthetic appeal, stellar construction techniques, financial value, functionality of space and positive overall impression.

"It's a true honor to be recognized for my work in designing this kitchen," says John Audet, Case Design/Remodeling's Project Designer on this winning project. "Working for a company like Case gives me the opportunity to incorporate many different tastes and styles, which I love. This honor is only possible with the help of the rest of my team involved including designer Jenny Hernandez and craftsman Gary Speicher."

Founded in 1951, Case Design/Remodeling provides full service residential remodeling with a focus on excellence. Case has more certified remodelers, kitchen and bath designers, and lead carpenters on staff than any other remodeling organization. Case has been honored with more than 70 awards for design and craftsmanship during its 50 years in business, including a GuildQuality 2011 Guildmaster Award and two 2011 Chrysalis Awards. The company was named "Remodeler of the Year" by Professional Remodeler magazine. Case is driven by a passion for helping homeowners achieve their remodeling goals and approach every job with the highest level of integrity. Case Cares initiatives include building a one-level home for an injured Iraq vet with Homes for Our Troops and remodeling kitchens for HomeStretch, which offers transitional housing for the homeless.

Profiles of the projects selected as winners of the 2011 Master Design Awards will be published in the October 2011 issue of Qualified Remodeler and appear on the magazine's website at QualifiedRemodeler.com. The projects also will serve as cover story focuses for the next 12 months.

"It's inspiring to browse through this year's entries and see so many different well-executed styles from around the country. Presenting these winning projects to the industry is our way of thanking hard-working remodelers for continuing to raise the level of professionalism and creativity in the residential construction industry," says Christina Koch, editor of Qualified Remodeler.

"Although the number of entries was down from previous years, the quality of entries has increased—perhaps a sign of the times," adds Rob Heselbarth, editorial director. "The winners of the 2011 Master Design Awards are the newest members of an elite class of remodelers. They truly represent some of the best projects in the country, and we are proud to showcase the winners within the pages of Qualified Remodeler and on QualifiedRemodeler.com."

Founded in 1975, Qualified Remodeler magazine was the first magazine dedicated to serving the residential remodeling market. The magazine, which provides leading-edge information to help remodelers remain competitive in a changing economy, is published by Cygnus Business Media and serves an audience of more than 83,000 residential remodeling firms nationwide.

Media Contacts: Sherry Moeller, MoKi Media, 301-807-0910, sherry.moeller@mokimedia.com or Joaquin Erazo, Case Design/Remodeling, Inc., 301-299-3692, jerazo@casedesign.com.