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The intimidation factor associatâ€" ed with completing a home renovaâ€" tion project is virtually eliminated for homeowners since BN handles all of the subâ€"contract work itself. And Henderson said he ensures satâ€" isfaction working very closely with ‘the homeowner with the design of «any project. "We do interâ€"locking stone, cusâ€" tom woodworking, cabinets, ceramâ€" ics, drywall, plumbing and electriâ€" cal. The only thing we‘ll subâ€"conâ€" tract is the carpet," he said. "It‘s oneâ€"stop shopping. I‘m willing to work with the people to help them choose their materials (See ‘Work page 15) Despite having only two fullâ€" time employees, BN has the capaâ€" bility to handle from the smallest home renovation to a large comâ€" mercial or industrial project, Henderson said. "Because I own the company and I‘m involved with the work, I‘m very picky about the quality. In fact, some people say I‘m too picky," said Henderson, who along with one other fullâ€"time employee comprises the company. Henderson said he took the knowledge he acquired while working for those large firms and combined it with a personal touch, an eye for detail and a willingness to take on any project â€" no matter the size or difficulty â€" to form BN. After working for large conâ€" struction firms which specialized in commercial/industrial projects in the Toronto area, an old back injury and the grind of being on the road a lot convinced Henderson to strike out on his own more than a year ago. Personalized service and quality craftsmanship are just two of the qualities people looking to do renoâ€" vations should look for, says Michael Henderson, president of BlueNorth Construction Ltd Quality counts in renovations says contractor Aug. 4, 1993 anarg CRAFTSMAN: Kenmore ROADHANDLER® Sears Guaranteed Home Improvement DieHard"‘Gold Talk to someone you know 481 NORTH SERVICE RD. W. _ _ AT 4TH LINE & 82 5'8 O _ CLOSED MONDAYS JULY & AUGUST oPECALS __ 2 (NN"° o cawirt Where Quality Counts ur 10 50 Oakuille Place 842â€"9277 ince 1981, members of S the Canadian Rose Society, and its affiliâ€" ated clubs nationally (all are amateur rose growers who do so just for the pleasure it provides), have been openâ€" ing up their gardens to anyâ€" one interested. Some visiâ€" tors come with a view to learning more about the growing of beautiful roses, while others visit just to see Rose society members open their gardens to summer visitors Pamela Pitfield and winning garden: tough choices. * Heritage Woods * Pleated Shades * 1" Minis * Custom Drapery * Interior Design Services * 1/2" Micros * Workroom on Premises * Shutters * Bedlinens/Duvets * Wallpaper 825â€"8228 At the present time 37 members‘ gardens are part of the programme, and 7 of the 10 provinces are repreâ€" sented. In fact, it could be said the Society‘s project has gardens available for viewing from sea to sea â€" from British Columbia to Nova Scotia. There is no charge to visit any of the marvelous rose gardens of different styles. Not only is it possible to see some very gorgeous rose gardens, but also availâ€" able is a wealth of informaâ€" tion on the culture of the various types of bushes â€" hybrid tea, floribunda, granâ€" diflora, climbing, English gardens, but those interestâ€" ed in doing so are asked to call the member first to ascertain an appropriate time for the visit. THE OAKVILLE BEAVER garden and miniature roses. Hints and suggestions, as well as problem solving are also important aspects of this program. The hosts are all longâ€"time rose growers with experience in all aspects of the hobby, and absolutely your best source of reliable, local advice and information. In Ontariothe garens are located at Agincourt, An Oal First prize â€" a one year free IRRA membership, plus a $50 gift certificate from Agram Garden Centre. Second prize â€"a one year free IRRA membership, plus a $25 gift certificate from Agram Garden Centre â€" was awarded to Louise and Scott Day of 1042 Goodson Crescent. Third prize â€" a $25 gift certificate from The Original Garden Centre â€" was awarded to e efforts of Pamela and Jim I Pitfield of 2156 Grosvenor St. to beautify their property paid off with the winning of the first Iroquois Ridge Residents Association garden conâ€" test. The judges set their own criteria that included all aspects of the garden and anything was fair game. To qualify, garâ€" dens had to be within the IRRA boundâ€" aries (QEW and Royal Windsor Drive to the south; Trafalgar Road to the west; Dundas Street to the north; and Town limâ€" its to the east). Sixteen properties were nominated for the award judged by garden industry proâ€" fessionals that included horticulturalist Allison Barr and landscape architect Marius de Bruyn. Ratepayers‘ sponsored contest showed bigger not always better Northern gardens shine in competition This 7‘x10‘ Kitchen _ As Low As ‘995 Including Countertop Barrie, Burlington, Kitchener, Lakefield, Lambeth, Oldcastle, Peterborough, Scarborough, Shanty Bay, Stoney Creek, Toronto, Waterloo and Willowdale. For a complete list of addresses of the gardens, write to Gib Whittamore, R.R. #1, Markham, Ontario L3P 3J2. The nonâ€"profit society would appreciate it Both judges were unanimous in their choice of first place. It was the lushness of the rearâ€"side yard that impressed the judges the most. Careful placement of plant material, combining evergreens, shrubs, groundcovers, ornamental grasses and perennials. Water feature, texture, colors, and fragrance were successfully incorporated. The Pitfield‘s were able to make efficient and diverse use of their limited space while maintaining proper scale and balance. Both judges had a harder decision in selecting the runnersâ€"up. Since several of the gardens were rated equally, the judges relied on the impressionability of the garâ€" dens. The Day‘s garden was chosen for its creative use of an irregular shaped lot by well planned division of recreational areas and good use of perennials and shrubs in both front and back. Third prize was awarded to the Selby‘s for their insight in not erecting a perimeâ€" ter fence, allowing them to borrow depth from their neighbors‘ rear yards for their own small, but simplistic garden. Hillary and Roger Selby of 415 Golden Oak Drive. For those interested in joining the society, write to Mrs. Paul Graber, 10 Fairfax Cres. Scarborough, Ontario MIL 128. The annual fee is $18, for which members receive a copy of the Canadian Rose Annual, and three issues of the periâ€" odical if you would include a stamped, selfâ€"addressed envelope with your inquiry. WyB 13