About
Our mission is to remodel and build distinctive, desirable homes with openness, honesty, and professionalism.
Meet Joi Christoff, Visionary Founder of De Novo Homes, LLC
With a rich background spanning over a decade in academia as a law professor, Joi Christoff brings a unique blend of creativity and expert knowledge to the home building industry. Driven by her passion for design and construction, Joi established De Novo Homes to provide innovative and high-quality home solutions.
Joi’s multidisciplinary expertise includes law, accounting, tax, and real estate. She is a licensed attorney and a certified home builder, possessing an undergraduate degree in accounting, a JD, and an LLM in Taxation. Her credentials are complemented by active memberships in prestigious organizations such as the National Association of Home Builders, the State of Alabama Home Builders Association, and the Home Builders Association of Tuscaloosa.
At De Novo Homes, we blend legal precision with architectural creativity, ensuring every home we build stands as a testament to durability and beauty. Discover the difference with Joi and the De Novo Homes team today.
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We bring custom, luxury touches to every home at every price point.
The floor plan of each home built by De Novo Homes is well thought out to meet the needs and expectations of today’s home buyers.
You’re likely to find a mudroom, a luxurious master shower, a spacious garage, and a roomy laundry in every home. Colors and finishes — from lighting to flooring, to cabinet hardware — are on-trend and carefully curated.
De Novo Homes are classic, with just the right touch of the modern farmhouse vibe.
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FAQ
Got questions about the process? Want to know more about us? Learn more below.
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How long does it take to build a home?
Let's talk!The average amount of time to build a new construction house is about 7.7 months, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2018 Survey of Construction. This can vary, of course, from longer to less time depending on things like the weather, pandemics, availability of materials, and other things that cannot be planned for in advance.
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What makes you different as a builder?
Let's talk!We value quality over quantity. De Novo Homes is not a “tract” or high-volume builder. Even spec homes are built as if they are custom homes, beginning with the floor plan. We build only a handful of homes each year so that we can give individual time and attention to each. Limiting our volume allows us to focus on quality, good design, and cost management.
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How do you handle delays?
Let's talk!It’s construction: expect the unexpected. A window might be broken; the wrong brick might be delivered; lumber prices might increase. We approach these kinds of issues professionally and collaborate openly with our clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve them as economically and efficiently as possible.
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Where do you get home plans?
Let's talk!De Novo Homes are primarily custom-drawn by:
- Precise Home Design www.precisehomedesign.com
- Clem Burch Home Designs www.clemburch.com
- Sentell Home Designs at www.sentellhome.com
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What’s your advice for those considering a custom-built home?
Let's talk!The decision of whether to build a custom home or buy an existing home depends on which is more important to you – convenience or customization. Questions to consider in determining whether to buy or build:
Are you on a tight schedule?
Are you on a tight budget?
Are you susceptible to “decision fatigue”?
Do you have a Pinterest board with features you want in your new home?
Do you find that existing homes you’ve toured don’t fit your needs?
If you’re on a tight schedule or a tight budget, buying an existing home may be the best move for you.
If you’re susceptible to “decision fatigue,“ you also might not enjoy the process of building a custom, which will involve making a lot of decisions.
However, if you want to make your Pinterest dreams a reality or have unique needs or tastes, a custom home fits the bill. You can expect customization to come with a higher price tag and a bit longer schedule, but most find that living in a home designed to suit their individual needs and tastes is worth the extra effort.
We’ll work with you every step of the way to build a home with the features you want with due consideration to your budget and timeline.
