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10/16/2026

Why crushed limestone over crushed concrete?

In our previous crawl space reel, we shared how the 10-mil poly beneath this Heights home helps limit ground moisture from reaching the floor joists and living space above. This time, Jeannine explains the material holding that barrier in place.

The limestone serves as ballast, weighing down the poly. Its smaller, rounded edges help protect against punctures, which is why we chose it over the sharper edges of crushed concrete.

Watch the linked reel for a closer look at the v***r barrier installation and how these details work together beneath the home.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi
Interior Design: Linda Eyles Design
Architecture: Kathleen Reardon
Engineer: INSIGHT Structures, Inc.

A dining room made for lingering a little longer.The wide opening creates a natural connection to the surrounding spaces...
10/15/2026

A dining room made for lingering a little longer.

The wide opening creates a natural connection to the surrounding spaces while still allowing the dining room to feel distinctly its own.

One of those finished spaces we’re always happy to revisit.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi
Design: Mann design
Styling: Jessica Brinkert Holtam
Photography: divya pande
Architect: Rodolfo R Fabre Architect

There’s something to be said for keeping it simple.A kitchen like this may look effortless when it’s finished, but there...
10/14/2026

There’s something to be said for keeping it simple.

A kitchen like this may look effortless when it’s finished, but there’s a lot happening behind those clean lines. Cabinetry, appliances, lighting, plumbing and an oversized island all have to come together just right.

We always enjoy seeing that work disappear into the finished space.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi

10/09/2026

Some of the most important building details will never be seen once a home is finished.

At our Heights project, Jeannine walks us through the 10-mil poly v***r barrier we’re installing beneath the raised foundation to help limit ground moisture reaching the floor joists and living space above.

A layer of limestone will serve as ballast, weighing down the poly and keeping it in place. Along the foundation, adhesive tape and a termination bar secure the edges to complete this protective layer beneath the home.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi
Interior Design: Linda Eyles Design
Architecture: Kathleen Reardon
Engineer: INSIGHT Structures, Inc.

Sometimes the spaces in between deserve just as much attention.This light-filled breezeway connects the main home and po...
10/07/2026

Sometimes the spaces in between deserve just as much attention.

This light-filled breezeway connects the main home and pool house, turning what could have been a simple passage into a natural transition between the two. It’s a good example of how much the way spaces connect can shape the experience of a home.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi

10/02/2026

Going behind the scenes of a custom build means seeing how the smallest details get problem-solved along the way.

At our French Flat renovation, continuous wood paneling runs through the gallery, with interior doors designed to blend seamlessly into the millwork. Concealed FritsJurgens M+ pivot hinges give us the clean finish the design calls for, along with the functionality our clients wanted.

We love sharing a closer look at what it takes to bring details like these to life.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi
Architecture: Newberry Architecture
Interior Design: Caron LaMay
Custom Millwork: Vasquez Woodmasters

One thing I’ve learned over the years is that custom building is rarely about one big detail. It’s about getting hundred...
09/30/2026

One thing I’ve learned over the years is that custom building is rarely about one big detail. It’s about getting hundreds of smaller decisions to work together.

In this dining room, the clean architecture creates the backdrop for a much more expressive mix of art, lighting and furnishings. Our job as the builder is to execute that backdrop with precision so the personality of the home can come through.

That balance is one of my favorite things to see when a project is complete.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi

When we’re building a custom home, we’re not just thinking about how a space looks when it’s finished. We’re thinking ab...
09/28/2026

When we’re building a custom home, we’re not just thinking about how a space looks when it’s finished. We’re thinking about what it will feel like to live here every day. The natural light, the quiet palette, the sense of space. All of it comes together to create a room that feels like a retreat within the home.

And really, who wouldn’t want to start the day here?

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi

Connecting two structures is about much more than creating a path from one to the other.Sightlines, elevations, drainage...
09/23/2026

Connecting two structures is about much more than creating a path from one to the other.

Sightlines, elevations, drainage, exterior materials and the relationship between the architecture and landscape all come into play. Here, the transition from the main house to the pool house feels like a natural extension of the home rather than an afterthought.

That kind of continuity is something we’re always paying attention to during a build.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi

I’ve been building homes long enough to know that sometimes the spaces that look the simplest at the end required some o...
09/21/2026

I’ve been building homes long enough to know that sometimes the spaces that look the simplest at the end required some of the most coordination along the way.

Here, the architecture gives the art, furnishings and custom details room to stand on their own. From a builder’s perspective, that means getting the proportions, transitions and finish work right so nothing competes for attention.

When the construction is executed well, the finished home gets to speak for itself.

Builder: Jeannine Nuzzi
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