Local architect earns energy environmental accreditation
Miles Yanick, an architect with Miles Yanick & Co., recently received his Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, Accredited Professional credentials. Miles Yanick & Co. has been a recognized leader in environmentally responsible design for 35 years. The firm prepared environmental impact analysis reports in the 1970s for land planning and site development projects prior to the environmental checklist process as now required by Washington State. They have also designed earth sheltered homes, passive solar homes and buildings, plus green roofs as far back as the 1970s and 1980s. It also designed Central Market in Poulsbo which was featured in King and Kitsap County in 1996 as a showcase for recycled materials in commercial buildings.
Local florist completes
design program
Jeanne Maier of Poulsbo has successfully completed the advanced floral design study program at the Floral Design Institute of Seattle and is now certified in advanced floral design.
To achieve this honor, Maier has participated in an intensive program studying current trends, design influences and business practices in the floral industry. Certification requires an advanced understanding and professional application of the eleven design elements and principles: form, space, texture, line, color, accent, scale, harmony, rhythm, unity and balance.
She is serving as a consultant at Bonnie’s Flower Market at the corner of Hostmark and Highway 305. For more information, call (360) 697-9975.
Poulsbo Chamber sponsors
business expo
The Greater Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce Business Expo will be from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Zone Sportsplex, 21291 Urdahl Road, in Poulsbo.
Booths are still available and can be purchased through the chamber offices by phone. Info: www.poulsbochamber.com.
Joe Gates Construction is tops
Joe Gates Construction Inc. has been named one of the top 50 remodelers by the editors of NW Home and Garden, published by Seattle Magazine. The firm was also recognized in 2007 with the same distinction.
The top 50 remodelers are showcased in the September/October issue of Seattle Magazine and cover an area from Vancouver BC to Portland Oregon. The editors select the remodelers based on recommendations, awards and general body of work. “This is a very prestigious group of remodeling professionals and we are honored to have been chosen a second time” says Judy Granlee Gates, business and client relations manager for the firm.
The Gates have been in business since 1989, and along with turn-key remodeling projects they offer full service custom homebuilding. Info: (360)697-3284 or www.joegates.com.
Kingston Realtor earns professional designation
Sharon McNutt, a Realtor with Windermere/Kingston Realty Inc. has recently earned the seniors real estate sspecialist (SRES) professional designation by the Senior Advantage Real Estate Council (SAREC), an official member of the National Association of Realtors.
“Earning the SRES designation allows me to better serve and counsel clients age 50 plus through major financial and lifestyle transitions. I can help my clients make wise decisions about selling the family home, financing, senior housing, buying rental property, or managing capital gains and tax implications of owning real estate, among other issues,” she said. “Nearly 4 out of 10 property owners over 65 have lived in the same home for over 30 years. The issues facing these clients are unique and special. They are a significant population in our community that deserves someone who not only cares but can help them reach their goals as their lives change.”
McNutt has been a Realtor for 17 years and also holds the Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) designation. She and her husband Mike have lived in Kingston for 20 years.
Learn to smoke like a professional
TaTu Barbecue is hosting a three-hour, World Famous Smoking BBQ School from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 18 at 26343 Bond Road NE, behind the giraffe across from the Hood Canal Brewery. On the agenda: BBQ history, about woods and smoke, cuts of meat, rubs, sauces, recipes, food safety and much more. The cost is $55 and all the proceeds go to benefit the Fisher Houses. Class size is limited. Info/registration: (206) 979-4686 Today to reserve your space.
