Well last night was exciting, there were a couple hundred people who showed up at the Cocoa Beach Hilton for our viewing party, and it couldn’t have gone any better. But I’m sure after watching the show you really want an up close view of the inside! Well wait no more, because Air Mobile and The Hurstons are going to give anyone and everyone a grand tour. Details?

Come by Feb 19th and 26th, 9am to 3pm. Minimum donation of $5

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Tonight is the airing of Extreme Makeover: Space Coast on ABC at 8/7c. We will be at the Cocoa Beach Hilton watching live, with the behind the scenes documentary showing an hour before. Make sure to follow @extremehome and @lifestylehomeFL on Twitter for live updates and other tidbits of information throughout the episode. Thanks again to everyone who has been involved in this project, the Space Coast really came together on this one. If you’re on Facebook, make sure you tell us who you see or if you make it on the show! We can’t wait to relive the memories and watch the magic of TV come together tonight.

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What: Viewing party for the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Space Coast build for the Hurston family
When: February 13, 2011 from 6-9 pm
Where: The Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, 1550 North Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931 (321) 799-0003

Event is open to the public. Admission is free. In lieu of an admission charge, donations to the Hurston’s Air Mobile Disaster Relief fund would be greatly appreciated. (Click Here to Donate Online)

Meet the family: The Hurston family will be there thanking the community for all their generosity.

The crowd will also be entertained with a premier showing of the Behind the Scenes Documentary: The Making of the Show (working title) from 6:30-7:30 with the National ABC broadcast to immediately follow at 8.

Space is limited. The event will be out on the Hilton pool deck (pending weather) so dress appropriately.

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Today we continue with our stories from those who made it possible. To submit your story, post it on facebook or email admin@extrememakeoverspacecoast.com

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Being able to help with the Hurston’s home was such a privilege and joy! We worked on what we have a passion for…the veggie garden, fruit trees and potted trees for the house and porch. The best part was rubbing elbows with the real stars, the many professionals in the county and state who donated their time and materials for this very worthwhile project. Everyone seemed so passionate about what they were doing! During a planning meeting with Emil and his crew, we met Dave, the chicken coop creator. His enthusiasm was so contagious and, because he is a friend of the Hurston’s, was able to assure us that they would be wonderful stewards of this beautiful home. We are already seeing that this is the case! We wish the Hurston’s all the best for their family and their ministry.

- Kevin & Theresa Riley and the Rockledge Gardens team.

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I am still so touched by the opportunity I was given to help with this very deserving family – I met some wonderful new friends – Pat, Luis, Laura, Dana, Robert, so many to name but I remember all of them dear to my heart. I have watched this show and always said that I would LOVE to be able to have a job that is that rewarding and do what TY and all the designers do but the ones that seem to be the forgotten heros are the ones behind the scenes – the crew, bus drivers, planners, etc. – you guys made this “organized chaos” flow smoothly with all of the 500+ volunteers that were there pouring their heart out and I will cherish these memories forever – thanks for the wonderful oppotunity to be a part of this. God Bless!!

- Annette Rizzo Carroll

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My fondest memory was seeing the sense of teamwork and committment on everyone’s face when there was t-minus 3 hour til reveal time. No one got upset but yet pulled together emotionally and did a fabulous job. This was headed by Lifestyle Homes great team and was carried on to the workers on site. Great leadership produced a great team.

- Tim Caudill, Icon Embroidery Corporation

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My fondest memory was an opportunity to learn how a “Blitz Build” works, which is something I wanted to see/be a part of since I volunteer with Habitat for Humanity every weekend. Jake L. from Lifestyle Homes did a great job leading us all in doing something good for a family that is so involved with helping others. Of course meeting Michael before moving in the furniture was awesome too. Thanks again to LifeStyle Homes and EMHE for the experience of a lifetime!

- Renee Thurn

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Clearly you can see just how happy everyone is to have participated in the build, however, we wanted to hear from people who were actually on the ground first-hand! Over the next few weeks leading up to the show’s airdate (2/13/11) we will be featuring a few stories each day from folks who have submitted them on our Facebook wall. If you want your story up here, make sure you respond to the post, or email your fondest memories to admin@extrememakeoverspacecoast.com (please keep responses to 200 words or less).

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Being able to work in the most EXTREME environment Imaginable in the construction field and knowing I work for a company that had the sub base to pull it off and build this Extreme home in 106 Hrs. It was nerve racking at time but the most enjoyable project i have ever taken part in and I will never forget it. And I finally own a Hammer I will never lose.

- Mike Dourth

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My wife and I volunteered on Monday and my neighbor, Pat and I volunteered again on Thursday. My fondest memory, may sound corny, but I am retired Army and kind of detail oriented and much more disciplined than most…so I was amazed at how organized the event was managed. Hats off to Lifestyle homes cause I know it all starts at the top. Now, some of you may think differently, but from a very careful eye, you guys amazed me how this puzzle was created. Second, I was so blessed to have met so many nice people who also volunteered. The spirit of helpfulness in the community, was very refreshing. We have a great bunch of people who make up our community. God Bless you all from the servers in the food tent, to the ones handing out water, to the ditch diggers, sod layers and those skilled folk who ensured the success of this wonderful community event. As was stated on the “A Team” I love it when a plan comes together!!! Great Job!!

- Tim Pishdad

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As a general Contractor myself in Brevard County being chosen to be a lead and be able bring my crew to work side by side with so many different Contractors from around the County and having never worked with them before this build, I was amazed that so many trades could work side by side and not hear the traditional foul language that you typically hear on a job site and that the tradesmen and volunteers never lost there tempers. The challenge of building the house in 106 hours was not the only challenge that needed to be met. Brevard County did as great job working together for a great cause.

- Craig Capion, Done Right Contracting LLC

If you were at the reveal, you probably heard the production team from Lock and Key announce that our episode will be airing February 13th. We can now officially confirm this date. The official viewing party will be at the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanside, more details to come. Make sure you follow the Facebook page and Twitter for more updates on news surrounding Extreme Makeover: Space Coast!

We need Trim Carpenters, Roofers, and Cabinet installers RIGHT NOW! Come directly to the site, not the check-in at the dump.

We are in need of the following materials and skills to get this project rolling. If you can donate any of these materials or have a unique skillset, email design@extrememakeoverspacecoast.com

• Gift cards: Target, Home Depot / Lowes, VISA (in ANY dollar amount!)
• Carpenters/ Cabinet/ Furniture Makers – capable of helping to produce theme room furniture (simple mdf/ply) and/or higher end pieces for Ty. This would be done in our Art World tent (with a group of other skilled volunteers) or in your shop with your team.
• Furniture grade lumber
• CNC router, laser cutter, metal fabricator
• Auto Body/Bondo Expert – spray booth and possible bondo projects in our Art World or your shop
• Painters, Spray Booth – for spraying super fun Art World Furniture and Ty’s
• pieces in your own shop
• Plexi glass- various colors, by the sheet, selections made from samples with quick turnaround
• Set builder/shop
• Window treatments, fabricator and installer
• Decorator Curtain rods (Drapery Hardware)
• Blinds & Drapery Installation Company
• Fabric stores (54” decorator fabric, feather inserts, foam, trim etc…)
• Seamstresses with access to workshop (10-20)
• Specialty upholsterers (1-3)
• Professional fresh florist- think cover of Oprah Home (multiple arrangements for all areas of the home; main house, master bedroom, some theme rooms)
• Family photographer- well rounded (journalistic and portrait) photographer needed for one day
• Custom photo framer- approximately 20-30 frames in range of sizes, non-glare conservation glass with mats (frame samples and 2-4 day turnaround time needed)
• Printer (30-40+ various sizes family photos, gallery wraps a big plus)
• Printer capable of printing on fabric
• Sign Shop – help fabricate special projects (decals, print on plexi a plus)
• Freehand Illustrators – help realize and draw theme room designs. Perspective, detail, speed and availability a must.
• Graphic designer, please send link to webpage
• Muralists, faux finishers & decorative painters (adult and kids spaces), please send link to webpage
• Professional wallpaper hangers: 5-10 (need own tools, tables, ladders, etc…)
• Art stores- local art, paintings, photographs, prints
• Lighting stores, Specialty
• Furniture (new furniture stores)
• Import Home store (think global goods)
• Home accessories stores and gift boutiques
• Area rugs – various 5×7, 8×10, 9×11
• Antiques (and reproduction antiques)
• Architectural salvage
• Books (new and used; also worn, large scale, and/or unique books) subjects TBD
• Interior live trees, greenery, containers – (pairs, 4-8 trees)
• Stagers – pro level. Please send link to website. This is not a learning
• opportunity.
• Computers: laptops, small personal notebooks (quantity TBD)
• Sporting equipment and gear
• New clothes and shoes (or gift cards for clothing stores)

We’ve decided to give away a pair of VIP passes since we have had such great support from the community. Starting today, we will be giving away a pair of VIP Passes for anyone who joins the build on Facebook by liking our page. We will give away one pair of passes every day until the Build starts. Consider it a Holiday treat from all of us at LifeStyle Homes.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

Building Materials Needed:

• Dump Trucks
• Dirt
• Concrete
• Concrete Pump
• Block
• Crane
• Exterior Railing
• Fencing
• Temp Tools (Drills, Saws, etc)
• Misc Tools (Brooms, Buckets, Shovels, etc)

Skilled Volunteer Needs:

• Equipment Operators
• Foundation Forming and Finishing Crews
• Masons
• Framers
• Stucco Labor
• Sheetrock Hangers and Finishers
• Painters
• Trim Carpenters
• Finish Talent Carpenters (Furniture Makers, etc)
• Cabinet Installers
• Fence Installers