Categories: A 5 Minute Walk
The Davidson Farmer’s Market (DFM) is a producer-only, year-round market featuring more than 35 farmers and local producers from within a 100 mile radius. The market is a lively gathering place for meeting friends and for learning about food, agriculture and nutrition. The market is held behind Summit Coffee, just a five minute walk from […]
Categories: A 5 Minute Walk
The Lake Norman YMCA is located within an easy five minute walk from John Marshall Custom Home’s ‘Davidson Springs’ neighborhood in the heart of downtown Davidson. Featuring a full workout facility, indoor basketball court, and indoor and outdoor pools, the YMCA is also home to great educational and fitness programs. The Y also hosts the […]
Categories: Green Home Blog, Videos
As we’re wrapping up construction of 631 James Alexander Way, a number of tests for both ENERGY STAR and LEED certification are conducted. These tests help to verify that the house performs as designed, with the result being not only a more efficient home, but also a comfortable and healthy home as well. This video […]
Categories: Green Home Blog
Last week I was giving a talk and tour of our first LEED-certified home to a group of Davidson College students. I was making the point that a green home can (and should) look like a ‘normal’ home, and I mentioned that I’d once seen a home built out of old tires by Dennis Weaver. […]
Categories: Videos
I was really struggling with a paint scheme for this home. I knew I wanted lots of color to go with the Arts and Crafts style, but didn’t want to get too terribly far out. I put up several sample patches on the siding until the house looked liked Dolly Parton’s ‘Coat of Many Colors.’ […]
Categories: Videos
Several years ago I visited a 1920s home in Charlotte. On the back was a sleeping porch. I’d never seen one before, but I fell in love with it. I love sleeping outside, and still sleep with the windows open whenever possible. Shortly after I saw the Stones River Farm plan, and fell in love […]
Categories: Green Home Blog
Durability management is about as exciting as it sounds. I remember a few years ago I would always meet prospects on the front porch of a house and start to discuss all of the structural advantages of our homes. I could see their eyes glazing over with that ‘just show me the damn kitchen!’ look. […]
Categories: Portfolio
This charming home is located in downtown Davidson. Originally built in 1937, we completely renovated the home and also added a new family room, eating area and master suite. Includes many accessibility features. The excellent design and varying exterior finishes results in a home that fits perfectly into the existing neighborhood.[imagebrowser id=14]
Categories: Videos
514 Walnut is the first house we built in Davidson Springs in the heart of downtown Davidson. Several people have told me they consider it to be the best example of infill construction in Davidson, and many others have asked whether it is a new home or a renovation. In a way, it is a […]
Categories: Portfolio
[imagebrowser id=7]This stunning home was inspired by the low country homes of South Carolina. The round front porch and period lighting catch the eye, and the details don’t stop once you get inside. Built in the St. Alban’s neighborhood of Davidson, NC.
