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  • By ndi
    Backsplash Design Trends We Love

    Backsplashes 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
  • By Jennifer Landers
    How To Find (& Get) The Perfect Lot

    Looking for a lot to build your custom home but not quite sure where to start? There are certainly a lot of factors to consider when thinking about purchasing a lot to build your dream home.

    September 3, 2024
  • By ndi
    Styling a Home Office

    The last three years have proven to many that having a productive workspace at home is key! Many have returned to the office, but they are also working from home more than ever before.

    August 27, 2024
  • By ndi
    5 Simple Tips to Create a Cozier Home

    One of the biggest compliments a homeowner can receive is hearing how warm, comfortable, and welcoming their home feels.

    August 14, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Expert Q&A: How To Get Your House Ready To Sell

    The northern Virginia real estate market has been on fire over the last few years. Even as interest rates have ticked up, marketable homes are still flying off the shelf.

    August 8, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    The 57″ Rule

    Artwork is an important design element in a home, and nothing can kill the impact of a great piece of art than hanging it incorrectly (usually too high).

    August 1, 2024
  • By ndi
    Planning a Mudroom That Works: How to Stay Organized and Clean

    Credit: Tria Giovan. Stylist: Anna Molvik, Designer: Stacy Millman, SKM Design A mudroom is the first line of defense against the mess that comes along with daily life.

    July 25, 2024
  • By ndi
    Will My Custom Home Age With Me?

    Building a custom home is a serious investment of time and money. You want your new home to meet all your needs—right now and for many years to come.

    July 18, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Jen In The Kitchen: Summer Salmon Salad

    I have never made a classic niçoise salad at home before, but when I came across this Bon Appetit recipe for Summer Salmon Niçoise, I was intrigued.

    July 11, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Choosing Your Exterior Color Scheme

    Choosing your exterior color scheme for your custom home may seem like a daunting task. After all, it is the first thing people will see.

    June 25, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Jen In The Kitchen: Easy Appetizer Idea!

    I love fresh tomatoes in the summer months and since I am a terrible gardener, I rely on those I can get from the farmer's market or roadside farm stand.

    June 20, 2024
  • By ndi
    Planning Your Custom Bathroom

    Your custom bathroom should be a place to relax and recharge from your busy life. That’s why designing it can be a little tricky… you want it to be just right!

    June 18, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Interior Elements of Modern Home Design

    Modern home design has taken over in the last few years! It is so interesting to reflect back on the last 20 years of design trends.

    June 13, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    6 Items You Should Never Flush Down Your Toilet

    I think most of us would agree on the obvious things that should never be flushed down a toilet. But there are common household items that seem harmless, but could wreak havoc on your pipes.

    June 6, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    How To Enjoy Your Custom Home Building Process

    Building a custom home for your family is not only a smart investment, it is also really fun! There are few things in life that you can plan from start to finish, watch it literally unfold before your eyes, and then enjoy for years and years to come.

    June 4, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Smart Kitchen Storage Ideas

    I've been looking forward to writing this post because I love designing kitchens and I love me some good storage.

    May 30, 2024
  • By ndi
    Driveways – Asphalt, Concrete or Pavers?

    As you plan for your new home, you'll need to decide on what material you will use for your permanent driveway.

    May 28, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    Meal Ideas For Your Busy Family

    Paul and I decided very early on in our parenting that we wanted to make a concerted effort to eat dinner as a family as often as we could.

    May 23, 2024
  • By ndi
    Which Features Add The Most Value To Your Home?

    Building a custom home is an investment. Your main goal is to make it the best home for your family, of course, but it’s also important to think about resale value.

    May 14, 2024
  • By Jennifer Landers
    A Word From Jen…SAVE THE DATE!

    Thank you for joining me for my weekly feature, “A Word From Jen…”, which is a short touch point I post each week to keep you informed about what’s happening around NDI, the market, and even in my own house.

    May 10, 2024
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