My 2024 Favorite Things Gift Guide
Are you looking for gift ideas for the woman in your life? If you are buying a gift for your favorite gal, look no further. Here are 5(ish) great gift ideas that are fun, functional and sure to please! (BTW …
Jen In The Kitchen: What To Do With Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
I 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. And I’m not the only one – Adam feels the same way! In fact, …
Build Smart: What If My Lot Is On A Busy Street?
Northern Virginia is a busy place. There is a lot going on throughout the day and night which leads to lots of traffic. Lots and lots of traffic. And not just on the area highways – traffic is everywhere in …
Not All Custom Home Builders Are Created Equal
If you are thinking about building a custom home, you are probably researching builders in your area. And you are likely finding they are all very different in terms of process, flexibility, and price. There are 2 distinct types of …
5 Tips For Making Secondary Bathroom Selections
If 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. For some clients, this is a very exciting time. It is something …
The 12 Days of Christmas Trees Recap!
Merry 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! Thanks to everyone who has been following …
Home Protection Series Part 4: Protect Your Home From (High & Low) Humidity
This 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. I hope you have enjoyed these maintenance tips. They …
Home Protection Series Part 1: Protect Your Basement
Proper 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. There are three main reasons basements get wet: the sump …
Make The Most of Your Flex Space
As 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 …
Should I Buy a Spec Home or a Build a Custom Home?
If 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. As expert custom home builders, we’re passionate about the …