DANA DAY
Dana Day has been a builder/remodeler for over nineteen years here in the Tulsa area. She was recently featured on HGTV in an episode that was filmed here in Tulsa last year. She is currently helping a Tulsa couple transform a1938 Maple Ridge cottage into their own little piece of paradise. This Maple Ridge home, that Dana has completely transformed, will be a part of The Remodeling Showcase Tour in late September.
TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF.
I was born and raised here in Tulsa. I graduated from Jenks High School and went away to college at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. I have 2 children, a 26 year old son and a 23 year old daughter. My mom, 2 sisters, 10 nieces and nephews and 2 great nephews all live here in theTulsa area. We are a very close family that is passionate about getting together and seeing new places. Thanksgiving is a time we try to all go out of town together. Most of our favorite memories have been the times we've all spent under one roof for several days.
HOW DO YOU SPEND YOUR FREE TIME?
I'm extremely active in the Home Builders Association. I'm on the board and also treasurer of the Remodelers Council. I am currently serving my third term with the Board of Appeals for the City of Tulsa. When I'm not working, I'm usually spending time with friends or family. I love painting, traveling and zipping around town on my scooters. And I love going to the lake!
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR FAVORITE PROJECT TO DATE?
That's a hard one. Can I say all of them? Probably the remodel I'm currently working on here in Maple Ridge. The homeowners have been such a delight to work with. And collaborating with Sarah from SR Hughes has been a dream.
WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE THINGS ABOUT MAPLE RIDGE?
What don't I love would be the question! Our neighborhood is absolutely beautiful, especially when it snows. As a builder, I am fascinated by all of the different types of architecture in Maple Ridge. The mature trees and wide streets are pretty dreamy also. I love how centrally located it is and how close we are to everything. Plus, my best friend Jayme lives in the neighborhood!
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN TEN YEARS?
Hopefully laying on a beach somewhere in the South Pacific. But only for a few weeks at a time. I'll never be able to walk away from what I do. It's a part of who I am.
Curious about Dana's work? Stop by and meet her during The Remodeling Showcase Tour here in Maple Ridge. The home, located at 1203 East 30th Place, will be open September 21st from 10am until 5pm and September 22nd from 12pm until 5pm.
If you can change your mind, you can change your life. - William James