"EarthCraft"homes must undergo a rigid inspection before they are approved. An inspector from “EarthCraft” comes by to determine if the home has been built “tight enough” to meet the standards. The HVAC system is thoroughly tested and the home overall must meet high-energy standards. Upon completion, the home will also be approved for an Energy Star rating as well. The homeowner is thus assured that his home will be energy efficient and a safe, healthy home to live in, as well as one that is environmentally friendly.

Kingma Developers, a leader in implementing green building technology, built one of the first Earth Craft Homes in Charlottesville at Milton Village. “We build that way because it is the right thing to do,” Doug noted.

Gazing into the future, Doug Kingma sees a trend towards more modest sized homes and a shift in predisposition to a smaller footprint in homebuilding. Instead of making more square feet, Kingma Developers makes the square footage available more personalized, with more character and geared towards an enhanced quality of lifestyle.

“It’s the quality of the available space that makes a true, custom home, not simply the quantity of space,” Doug states.

The keen attention to detail displayed in every Kingma Developers home has earned the highly regarded builder numerous awards in the annual Blue Ridge Homebuilders Association Parade of Homes. At the forefront of technology and building techniques, Kingma Developer now attracts most of its new business from client referrals.

Marshalling a spirit of cooperation and a willingness to develop a bond of trust and respect between his team of tradesmen, himself and his clients, Doug Kingma looks to a future of healthier homes, more efficient homes and homes that are specifically crafted to meet specific needs.

“I love what I do,” he states. "At the end of the day, I feel a great sense of pride and satisfaction about my job. There are few people who can truly make that claim.”

“If homeowners are going to hire someone to build something that will be a huge part of their lives, it is important that they are comfortable with their builder,” Doug concludes. “What I sell is hands-on service and a desire to fulfill the vision of my clients with an extraordinary home.”