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Open House | 10.1
Explore our selection of move-in ready homes, available for viewing this upcoming Sunday in Norwalk, Urbandale, Waukee and West Des Moines. Open House is a…
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Home for Life: Designing with KRM for Comfort and Accessibility at Every Age
At KRM Custom Homes, we understand living in a home that caters to your needs and lifestyle is essential. As we age, these needs and…
Custom Home Communities: What To Look For In A Neighborhood When Building Your Custom Home
The feeling of being “at home” extends beyond four walls; your neighborhood plays a critical role in your day-to-day life. Choosing the perfect location for…
KRM Developments: A Comprehensive Guide to Our 13-Step Cleary Custom Home Building Process
At KRM Developments, we have the honor of bringing dreams to life. Building your dream home is an exciting adventure, and we strive to make…
Seasonal Maintenance Checklist: Summer
As the seasons change so does your home’s maintenance items. It can feel overwhelming to stay on top of and you may not even be…
Ask Amanda About Soaker Tubs: Latest Design Trends 2023
Welcome to the wonderful world of soaker tubs! As experts in luxury bathroom design, KRM Custom Homes excitedly introduces you to the latest design trends…
Seasonal Maintenance Checklist: Spring
As the seasons change so does your home’s maintenance items. It can feel overwhelming to stay on top of and you may not even be…
The Benefits of Working With A Clearly Custom & Transparent Home Builder
Many custom home builders will happily cash your check and build a home, but we believe the home-building process is more than a mindless money-grab.…
Kitchen Design Trends of 2023: Heart of the Home
At KRM Development, the home is our passion. We’ve been a top-notch custom home builder in Des Moines for almost 20 years. In that time,…
Building Dreams: Celebrating Our Iowa Homeowners
We’ve been building homes in Iowa for nearly 20 years. In that time, it has been a privilege to make brick-and-mortar dreams come true. Choosing…
Building a Legacy: The Story of KRM’s Custom Dream Home Business
For 18 years, KRM Development has kept the unwavering promise to build quality custom homes that meet your every standard, all while delivering exceptional service. …
8 Benefits of Building a Custom Home
Change is a natural and necessary part of life; it keeps life exciting and helps us learn and grow. However, sometimes we need the comfort…
Why Should You Buy From KRM Custom Homes?
Choosing to buy a home is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Building a custom home, however, is an even bigger commitment.…
The Complete Custom Home Building Road Map (Des Moines)
Can I afford to build my dream home? What should I look for when touring lots? How long does it take to build my home?…
Contrasting Kitchen Islands
Have trouble trying to switch up your kitchen style without making it repetitive? A contrasting kitchen island is a perfect way to go! Throughout 2016 and…
The Time Is Now – To Build A Custom Home
Did you know that in 2021, more homes were sold in Iowa, than any other year? Last year’s housing market set records not only in…
Get the Details on the Final Walk-Through
Building a house is a busy, exciting process, but no day is more exciting for homebuyers (or for builders!) than the final walk-through. Once a…
From Great to Grand
We’ve all heard that kitchens and bathrooms are the most important rooms when you are building a house, and that’s certainly true in some ways.…
Soak It All In: Essential Tips for Your Soaker Tub
If you have young children at home, a bathtub is a must-have. From birth through elementary school, kids spend hours in the warm, bubbly water…
Designing Your Kitchen to Be the Heart of the Home
A client once described her custom-designed kitchen as “magical.” And even though crystal balls and wands were not part of that design, we have to…
Scenic View: Selecting the Right Windows
What do you want to see outside your window? Whether you dream of watching your children in the backyard or enjoying the sunset from your…
Why Trim Walks Matter
The best part of building a custom home is choosing the personal touches that make it unique to you and your family. At KRM Custom…
The KRM Advantage: Blow-in Blanket System Insulation
At KRM our passion for detail shows in every aspect of our custom homes. We use superior products like quartz and natural stone that help…
5 Questions to Ask During Your Electrical Walk
Not too long ago, electricians had a fairly easy job when planning electrical options for a new home. There might’ve been a single light fixture…
What to Expect During Your Custom Home Selection Meetings
Custom homes are complex projects that are successful through proper planning before the first shovel hits the dirt. If the number of design choices is…
Elevate Your Home: Lodge Elevation
A rustic Lodge-style home feels as though each day is a visit to a retreat. Inspired by the homes found alongside the slopes of Aspen…
Elevate Your Home: Traditional Elevations
One of the most requested designs, traditional homes feel instantly familiar to any homeowner. Cozy and comfortable, today’s traditional homes focus on the use of…
The Preserve on Grand Spotlight
The Preserve on Grand is one of our favorite spots in all of Des Moines. We love the location and all its many perks. Its…
Workplace Culture – Joe Smith & Tracie Burrell
The customer experience is our top priority at KRM Homes. We are handling one of the biggest purchases in a person’s life, and we handle…
Foundation Waterproofing
Welcome to the second installment of our video series to teach you what products and process we use to build our quality homes. We want you…
Form-A-Drain
Welcome to the first installment of a video series to teach you what products and process we use to build our quality custom homes.
Why Work with a Custom Builder
When you’re ready to settle down and own a home that is perfect for your needs, you can benefit from building your own house. When…
Design Trends of 2016
KRM Development takes pride on keeping up on todays top designs and trends! Looking back at 2016 here is some of the top trends of the year! 1.…