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Contact: J. Scott Mathie, Interim Executive Director, 262.522.3624

Home Building & Remodeling Expo Coming to the
Midwest Airlines Center January 7th – January 10th, 2010

(Waukesha, WI) – December 1, 2009 – The Metropolitan Builders Association is hosting its 21st Annual Home Building & Remodeling Expo Thursday, January 7th through Sunday, January 10th at the Midwest Airlines Center. This year’s Home Building & Remodeling Expo, which is sponsored by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, features over 400 booths, 250 exhibitors, and will draw approximately 10,000 attendees. This combination makes the Expo the largest, most premiere building trade show in Wisconsin.

“We are really excited about this year’s show,” said Association Interim Executive Director, J. Scott Mathie. “It’s important to note that the Home Building & Remodeling Expo is not only for people looking for a builder, developer or remodeler; the show also features all of the products and services you will need for new construction, remodeling, or any home improvement project – literally all under one roof.”

The Home Building & Remodeling Expo is the place for you to gather ideas on landscaping, remodeling, and home products. If you are dreaming of a new home, the Expo also provides a wonderful opportunity for you to look at the latest land developments in the area, get to know a variety of home builders and do some research while you are at the show.

In addition to the large variety of products and services available, the 2010 Home Builders Expo will feature:

MBA’s Consumer Publication - Abode
The MBA’s consumer magazine brings you a fresh look at building lifestyles. Enjoy the latest trends in decorating, remodeling, and home products. Also learn about the building process – from financing to finishing details. Abode is delivered on a quarterly basis right to the consumer’s door. It is now also available in the offices and showrooms of many MBA members. Be sure to pick up the January issue of Abode at the 2010 Home Building & Remodeling Expo, as this issue also serves as the event guidebook.

Landscape Contest
The Metropolitan Builders Association will once again feature the latest trends in landscaping design through the 10th Annual MBA Landscaping Competition at the Home Building & Remodeling Expo. Three area landscapers have accepted the challenge of turning a 20 x 20 plot in the exhibit hall into a landscaping phenomenon. Click here for more information about the landscape competition.

NEW! Interior Design Contest
Due to the popularity of the Landscape competition, the Metropolitan Builders Association will now add an Interior Design Contest to the list of attractions at the Home Building & Remodeling Expo. Five interior designers have accepted the challenge of turning a 10 x 20 “room” in the exhibit hall into a fully decorated vignette. Click here for more information about the interior design competition.

Interactive Event Stages
More interactive than in year's past, the MBA is excited to announce the addition of three event stages featuring a variety of demonstrations and presentations on the: Better Living Stage, sponsored by American TV & Appliance/Kennedy Hahn, Sell Your Home Stage, and Sustainable Living Stage. Click here for more information about the new event stages.

Universal Design Exhibit
An outdoor living exhibit, sponsored by Marling HomeWorks, will showcase different ways to create space for all audiences regardless of age, ability, or disability. Click here for more information about the Universal Design Exhibit.

Consumer Seminars
FREE consumer seminars will cover a wide range of topics, including tips on choosing a remodeler, landscaping beyond the ordinary, what’s hot and what’s not in decorating today, and construction financing. Presented by industry experts, the classes are the first of a series to be offered throughout the year. Additional classes are held on a monthly basis at the MBA Headquarters (N16 W23321 Stone Ridge Drive, Waukesha) and the Milwaukee Housing Authority (650 West Reservoir, Milwaukee). Click here to view the schedule of MBA Consumer Seminars.

FREE Coach USA Shuttle Buses
Two FREE shuttle buses will be available to bring patrons downtown from the Lake Country & Waukesha areas on Saturday January 9th and Sunday, January 10th. Click here for more information about the FREE Coach USA shuttle buses.

The Home Building & Remodeling Expo will be take place at the Midwest Airlines Center (400 W. Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee) Open hours are Thursday, January 7th from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 8th from noon to 9 p.m., Saturday, January 9th from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, January 10th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10.00 at the door, $8.00 when you print out the coupon available at MBAonline.org or with donation of 2 non-perishable food items at the door, or $7.00 at advanced ticket sellers. Admission for children 12 and under is free. Click here for a complete list of advanced ticket sellers.