The kitchen is one of the most important design elements in any home. The kitchen is a place where you will spend considerable time; it doesn’t matter if you cook once a month or three-times daily. A well-designed kitchen leads to satisfaction and long-term appreciation of the home. If you are ready to build your…
It’s a wonderful experience to think that you can build a home that’s finely attuned to your needs and interests. Create the home exactly as you want, limited only by budget. Your custom home should reflect exactly who you are; every unique detail should be as unique as you. If you are ready to make…
It’s no surprise that much goes into building a custom dream home. As a custom home buyer, you will be faced with infinite options, many of which are refined by custom home experts at JDL Construction. But that doesn’t mean that the custom home building process isn’t enjoyable. The first major step in custom home…
Today’s custom homeowner has numerous choices in flooring. The two most popular choices are hardwood and laminate, and all the variations. Vinyl plank flooring, which is installed and has an appearance similar to laminate plank, is also growing ever-more popular. Tile is still a quality choice in a bathroom and kitchen, although because many types…
Nationwide statistics claim that homeowners move approximately every seven years on average. More frequent than you thought? Yes, some homeowners are forced to relocate for work or family, but there are others who simply bounce around neighborhoods in the same town; it wouldn’t be too far-fetched to assume that anyone who changes homes frequently has…
Kitchens are one of the most customizable rooms in any custom-built home. Kitchen cupboards, flooring, and appliances all play a part in the kitchen’s aesthetic appeal and functionality. And within the kitchen, the countertops are the pinnacle of both aesthetics and functionality. An ideal countertop should be physically appealing to the homeowner and match with…
When you plan your new home with your custom-home builder at JDL Construction there are a few considerations as to the amount of space you’re going to need: if you have a growing family, or if you entertain family/guests often, then you’re likely going to need more square footage then you’ll need or use in…
It’s become a popular trend to use reclaimed materials in new or renovated construction. There are many reasons as to why this upcycling of materials has become so prevalent and important, including aesthetic appeal, environmentally-friendly construction, and even durability to name a few. Here are a few of the reasons why you might want reclaimed…
Here in Montana we are lucky to have the extra long hours of light in the Spring through early fall months. With the rising cost of energy, and an ever-present movement to go green, it’s a good thing to consider how much natural light is built into your new custom home. Various lighting options such…
The stove and cooktop are the heart of most any home cook’s kitchen. When we think of cooktops, we often consider the choices to be between gas and electric. Both have their obvious pros and cons. But did you know that in today’s modern kitchen there has been added a third choice—although it’s not an…