A Foundation of Trust
Thoughtful design. Personal service. Lasting trust.
MDI Custom Homes
Building a custom home is the most significant investment an individual will ever make, both financially and emotionally. It’s critical, therefore, to work with a builder that can be entrusted with this tremendous responsibility; that is, building the place where your family will live and grow, and for years to come. “We take a lot of pride and are honored to be a part of something that they have dreamed of doing their entire lives,” says Matthew Ische, President of MDI. “A home is more than a living space. It’s a place for new memories to be made. We – as homebuilders – get to create that new sense of ‘home’ for clients. We get to create that feeling of belonging and warmth.”
Based in the Knoxville area, MDI Custom Homes specializes in custom home construction, renovations, and additions, combining personalized design and quality craftsmanship with a building experience centered around the homeowner. From the first conversation through the final walkthrough—and even after closing—the company works to earn and maintain the confidence of every client.

Transparency From the Beginning
Building a custom home involves a lot of moving parts. Plans evolve. Materials need to be selected. Construction progresses through multiple phases. And naturally, homeowners have questions along the way. Matthew Ische has those answers. “I’ve worked in some form of construction since high school,” he recounts, “and in several facets of the commercial construction business from 2002 to 2015. That included building modular offices, pouring concrete, installing landscaping, home automation, and underground electrical. I entered the residential construction business in 2016 and from there, spent 5 years in production building before stepping into custom residential construction.”
In addition to experience, transparency is critical. The team at MDI provides clear, consistent updates throughout planning and construction so homeowners know where their project stands.
A home is more than a living space. It’s a place for new memories to be made. — Matthew Ische, President
“We’re an open book builder,” says Ische. “Not only do we provide visuals to everything financial to the build, but we also take opportunities to educate our clients on the science behind building. Our CRM software gives scheduling visuals with daily updates that have photos attached to keep the clients informed in real time. We have an in-house real estate agent who helps find the lot to build on. We draw up their house plans from scratch and an in-house designer when it comes to making their selections for the build, We’re truly a one-stop shop and white glove turnkey service.”
Your Home. Your Vision. A Builder You Can Trust.
Ultimately, trust isn't established by one promise. It's built over time through actions. It's answering questions honestly. Keeping homeowners informed. Following through on commitments. Taking responsibility for the finished product. And treating the homeowner's ideas, concerns and investment with respect. Visitors to this year’s Parade of Homes will get the opportunity to experience an MDI custom home first hand. The home, says Ische, is called Providence Haven and features “a full stone front façade, and a bold interior design with elegant touches throughout.”

That's the philosophy MDI Custom Homes brings to custom homebuilding; when you're investing in the place where some of life's most important moments will happen, exceptional experience, design, and craftsmanship matter.
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MDI Custom Homes

524 Lexington Drive, Suite 400
Knoxville, TN 37932
