About the NDI Blog
Welcome! If you are looking for a custom builder, you will do a lot of research. You will ask your neighbors, your friends and your family what they think. You will Google. You will comb through Pinterest. You will watch …
A Word From Jen…Nate Turns 13 + Save The Date!
I’ve recently started a feature in our weekly newsletter called, “A Word From Jen…”, which is a short touch point we will post each week to keep you informed about what’s happening around NDI, and even in my own house. …
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. At first, the exhaustion of having to little people made it …
What We’re Building Next Door: Getting Ready For Drywall
In case you missed it, I’m writing a new blog series chronicling the construction of my neighbor’s NDI home. I’ve built for friends before, but there is something about being asked by your neighbor! We’ve been friends and neighbors for over …
A Word From Jen…New Projects Starting + See You This Weekend?
I’ve recently started a feature in our weekly newsletter called, “A Word From Jen…”, which is a short touch point we will post each week to keep you informed about what’s happening around NDI, and even in my own house. …
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. As someone who hates clutter (I get a nervous tick if the counter isn’t clear), I’m constantly on the look …
How to Design a Functional Kitchen
When I built my home 15 years ago, I put a lot of thought into my kitchen design. Partly, because Paul and I were building a complete custom home so we didn’t have an existing kitchen layout, but also because …
A Word From Jen…Save The Date + Recent Settlement
I’ve recently started a feature in our weekly newsletter called, “A Word From Jen…”, which is a short touch point we will post each week to keep you informed about what’s happening around NDI, and even in my own house. …
Home Building FAQs: How Do I Disconnect Utilities In The Old House?
I started a new blog series answering common home building questions. My goal is to provide you with a quick answer (300 words or less!) to a common question and when I can, give you resources to find more information on …
When Should I Move Out?
One of the most common question from clients with a demo is when do I move out of my house? You don’t want to move out too soon or else you will be paying rent or staying with friends or relatives …
A Word From Jen…New Flooring Selections + Take A Private Tour
I’ve recently started a feature in our weekly newsletter called, “A Word From Jen…”, which is a short touch point we will post each week to keep you informed about what’s happening around NDI, and even in my own house. …