If we realized one thing coming out of the pandemic, it is that our need for certain types of spaces in our homes has changed.
February 3, 2025
If we realized one thing coming out of the pandemic, it is that our need for certain types of spaces in our homes has changed.
February 3, 2025After months or planning and dreaming about your NDI home, your new home is ready for move-in! But what next?
January 30, 2025For Christmas one year, Paul bought me a French press coffee maker. I started drinking coffee again a few years ago (in an attempt to kick my Diet Coke habit!).
January 22, 2025Once your House Plans and Grading Plan are complete, it’s time to submit for your building permit.
January 21, 2025Looking for a yummy app to make while watching the Super Bowl this weekend? Look no further! This recipe for Pizza Monkey Bread is easy, fun to eat, and yummo!
January 20, 2025While this post has absolutely nothing to do with building a custom home, I do find the topic timely.
January 10, 2025Merry Christmas! I hope this finds you well and enjoying your Christmas Day! Our family typically travels to visit family on Christmas Day, but for the first time since 2018, we are home!
December 25, 2024Are you looking for gift ideas for the woman in your life? If you are buying a gift for your favorite gal, look no further.
December 16, 2024This is the fourth and final post in my Home Protection Series. So far I've talked about protecting your basement, protecting your home from neglect and protecting your home from improper sealing.
December 4, 2024I LOVE Thanksgiving - family, friends, the Macy's Day Parade. But if you know me well, you know I'm not a huge fan of Thanksgiving food.
November 15, 2024Proper care ensures your home and the systems in your home will perform for years to come. Protecting your basement from moisture is critical for a healthy (and dry!) home.
November 14, 2024Northern Virginia is a busy place. There is a lot going on throughout the day and night which leads to lots of traffic.
November 12, 2024As our lives change, our homes need to change with us. And when you are building a custom home, you have the unique opportunity to prepare for what life throws at you by incorporating flex space in your new home design.
October 30, 2024If you’ve decided to build your new home instead of buying, you’re probably aware that you have to choose between a spec home and building a custom home on your lot.
October 8, 2024If you are building a custom home, you will eventually go through the color selection process, where you will choose the colors and design elements for your home.
October 3, 2024One of the first things you will need to do when you start the custom home building process is establish your budget.
October 1, 2024A topic that isn't that interesting, but completely necessary, is insurance. If you are building a home on your lot, you will need to take out a builders risk insurance policy.
September 17, 2024If you are thinking about building a new home because you need more space, you might consider ways to incorporate smart storage spaces without creating "too much" storage space.
September 12, 2024Choosing the right builder is a big decision. You need to do your research, talk to your friends, family, and neighbors, and ask a lot of questions, to find the right fit for your situation.
September 10, 2024Backsplashes are all about utility; they keep those pesky grease splashes from ruining your wall. But they’re also an opportunity to add more of your personal style into your home design!
September 5, 2024
