Episode 306
Week of Mar. 15, 2008
A closer look at what it takes to build an HGTV Dream Home. We go behind the scenes with the builder and crew of the HGTV Dream Home 2008 in Islamorada Florida. Some highlights: Cutting through red tape for permits, building a home that can stand up to coastal elements, protecting native coral, and honoring Keys' legends.
Resources:
Dream Home Central
Building the HGTV Dream Home 2008
The Shore at Islamorada
Segment One: The process of building a three-story, 3,400-square-foot home in less than five months. From getting the proper permits, to special construction techniques required on the coast to honoring the legends of Islamorada, location of the HGTV Dream Home 2008.
Segment Two: Meet the Dream Team who built the HGTV Dream Home 2008.
Segment Three: The Keys have fabulous sunsets and plenty of hot days; learn how builders protect the home from the heat while also making the most of the view. Plus, an underwater expedition to protect the beauty of the Florida Bay .
Segment Four: Traditionally construction runs in families, HGTV Dream Home 2008 builder Juan Dellanos talks about lessons learned from his Dad.
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