The winners of the Better Homes and Gardens Home Improvement Challenge for 2009 demonstrated some creative ideas that can give you inspiration for your next home improvement project.

Winners of the contest included:

  • Addition: Pam Schulz and Clark Dikeman of Culver City, CA.
  • Kitchen Remodel: Ann Steenwyk of Sheboygan, WI.
  • Bathroom Remodel: Meg Kopald of Shelburne, VT.
  • Decorating: James Little of Naples, FL.
  • Exterior Home Facelift: Sonjia and Bob McKelvey of Belpre, OH.
  • Project Under $5,000: Jackie Kalin of Valparaiso, IN.
  • Green Improvement: Laura Stukel of Elmhurst, IL.
  • Outdoor Improvement: Jacque and Rick Bailey, Brecksville, OH.
  • House Renovation: Dana Liston and David Ellis of Venice, CA.

Further Information

  • Home Improvement Challenge 2008 (video)
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Danny Lipford

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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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