Business Details
31 Years
experience
Custom Home Builders in Minnesota
NIH Homes has built its reputation on a personalized approach to home construction, combining decades of expertise with an innovative design process that prioritizes client needs. Founded by Larry Skogquist 30 years ago, the company remains family-owned and operates with a commitment to quality, transparency, and customer satisfaction. Our team of experienced professionals, including lead designers and builders, specializes in creating custom and innovative homes tailored to clients' lifestyles. We integrate advanced technology like smart home systems to enhance functionality while maintaining rigorous quality control through direct oversight.Serving Minnesota communities, NIH Homes balances the agility of a family business with the resources of a top-tier builder, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. Our process emphasizes collaboration, from initial design consultations to final construction, with a focus on exceeding client expectations through attention to detail and personalized service.
Services
Custom Homes
Innovative Homes
Lake Homes
Smart Home Integration
Site Acquisition
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of home building experience with a family-owned commitment to quality.
- Our patented design process focuses entirely on client lifestyles and practical needs.
- We provide direct owner involvement from concept through construction completion.
- Our homes include integrated smart technology systems for modern living convenience.
- We maintain strict quality control using in-house teams for all construction phases.
What people say
Excellent customer service
Innovative design process
On time delivery
Quality craftsmanship
Personalized attention
Services
Custom Homes
NIH Homes creates fully customized residences designed around clients' specific lifestyles and preferences. Our process begins with in-depth consultations to understand spatial needs and aesthetic preferences. Using advanced design tools and direct owner collaboration, we transform concepts into functional, beautiful living spaces while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
Innovative Homes
Our Innovative Home Series combines value engineering with modern technology to deliver efficient, feature-rich residences. These homes incorporate smart systems from Alarm.com for security, climate control, and remote monitoring. The streamlined selection process and pre-designed plans allow faster project timelines while maintaining quality standards through our in-house construction teams.
Lake Homes
Specializing in Lake Minnetonka properties, we navigate complex zoning regulations and environmental requirements for waterfront construction. Our expertise includes site evaluation, code compliance, and maximizing views while ensuring structural integrity. We offer complete lake home solutions from initial design through final construction with specialized attention to lakeside living needs.
People
Teresa Kruger
Interior Design Consultant
With 12 years of experience in residential design, Teresa specializes in translating client visions into functional spaces. She focuses on cost-effective solutions, time-saving strategies, and timeless design principles while maintaining attention to detail throughout the construction process.
Jeremy Skogquist
Owner
As one of the founding family's next-generation leaders, Jeremy provides direct oversight for custom home projects. He continues the company's tradition of client-focused building while implementing modern innovations in design and construction methodologies.
Questions
What makes NIH Homes different from other builders?
Our client-centric design process focuses on individual lifestyles rather than standard plans, with direct owner involvement throughout construction.
Do you build both custom and pre-designed homes?
We offer fully custom homes and our Innovative Home Series, which provides value-engineered options with smart technology integration.
Can you help with lake property construction?
Yes, we specialize in Lake Minnetonka waterfront homes, handling zoning requirements, environmental regulations, and site-specific challenges.
What technology features do your homes include?
All Innovative Homes include Alarm.com smart systems for security, climate control, and remote monitoring capabilities.
How long does the building process take?
Timelines vary by project complexity, but our streamlined process typically delivers homes faster than industry averages through efficient planning.
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