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. So if you are thinking about selling, you should consider …
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 …
Once your House Plans and Grading Plan are complete, it’s time to submit for your building permit. The permit approval process can often be an annoying (although necessary!) part of the build process, so I wanted to share some tips to get you …
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). I have to admit, there is only one reason the artwork and …
There are so many wonderful options when it comes to creating outdoor living spaces. During COVID, we saw demand for outdoor space (in many cases, multiple outdoor spaces) increase, and it has remained high since. If you are planning your …
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. This small yet essential space is a dedicated drop zone for all …
Building a custom home comes with a lot of decisions, and one of the most important decisions you will make is how to site your new home on the lot. This discussion will occur with your Site Engineer, who is …
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. If you plan on this home to be your forever home, …
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. I love salmon prepared just about any way you can think of – …
The majority of the homes we build each year are for our clients. It’s what we love to do, and we’re darn good at it! But 2-3 times each year, we will start construction on an NDI spec home (NDI …
