Editor's Page: Setting the Pace - As soon as you dig into this issue of CUSTOM HOME, you'll notice a different approach to our annual Pacesetter Awards. This year, instead of relying on custom builders to nominate themselves for an award, we've gone out hunting for the best candidates.

Letters: Submit an e-mail letter to the editor.

Calendar: Current listing of home building events.

20 After 20 - Our year-long, 20th anniversary series focuses on 20 builders who've survived and thrived for 20 years or more. In this issue: Doug Ford, Brian Bailey, Keith Waters, and David Baud.

Custom Builder 2.0: Modern Minded - A Seattle design/build firm finds opportunities online and on site.

Kitchen Studio - The strength of the Dutcher Creek Residence kitchen lies in creating a coherent sense of place while never losing touch with its surroundings.

Bath Studio - Like its kitchen, the Dutcher Creek Residence's master bath and powder room carve out distinct spaces without isolating themselves, but here the balance of openness and privacy required even greater subtlety.

K+B Products - A sampling of the latest kitchen and bath products for custom homes.

The 2010 Pacesetter Awards
Change is good. This is something all our Pacesetter award-winners—past and present—believe in.

All in the Family
Ben Southworth

Southern Strategy
Robert Soens

The Advocate
Drew Maran

Gentle Persuasion
Michael Hurlocker

Leading by Example
Dan Matarozzi and Dan Pelsinger

Sunshine Superman
Joe Smallwood

The Big Picture
Stephen Aiguier

The Communicator
Jon Alexander

Breaking Clean
Matthew Ayers

Light on the Land
Peter Kilpatrick

Great Finds - Custom builders share their latest product finds.

Green Products

Natural Look - While this green roof holds great environmental value, it also serves an aesthetic purpose in its stunning Carmel, Calif., location.