Behind the Build

Nikki Pontello Joins Riverside Homes Custom as Design Coordinator

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Nikki Pontello Project Coordinator Riverside Homes Custom

Exceptional home design starts with exceptional people. Introducing Nikki Pontello, our dynamic new Design Coordinator at Riverside Homes Custom. With a decade-long career in senior management and a deep-rooted passion for interior design, Nikki brings a unique blend of leadership and creative vision to every project she undertakes. Known for her unwavering dedication to client satisfaction and meticulous attention to detail, Nikki ensures that each custom home project she oversees not only meets but exceeds expectations.

Nikki’s professional path began with a strong foundation in public policy and history, earning her undergraduate and master’s degrees from Jacksonville University. Her career in local government provided invaluable experience in leadership and efficient operations, skills that she now applies to the art of luxury custom home construction. Nikki is currently pursuing a degree in interior design from FSCJ.

Her professional achievements include being selected as a 2021 Honoree Top 25 under 40 in the St. Augustine Record. Beyond her professional life, Nikki’s commitment to giving back shines through in her involvement with nonprofits like The Junior Service League of St. Augustine and her role as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Johns County. Her dedication to community service mirrors Riverside Homes Custom’s philosophy of making a positive impact beyond home construction.

In her new role as Riverside Homes Custom’s Design Coordinator, Nikki oversees the seamless execution of our custom home projects, focusing on project planning, client communication, and ensuring every detail exceeds expectations. Her passion for creating beautiful yet functional spaces resonates with our commitment to craftsmanship and innovation.

“I am thrilled to embark on this new chapter with Riverside Homes Custom,” Nikki shares enthusiastically. “Combining my passion for interior design with my leadership experience, I look forward to guiding our projects from inception to completion. Building lasting relationships with our clientele and ensuring their dream home comes to life is incredibly rewarding. I am excited to contribute to making Riverside Homes Custom the premier custom home builder in Northeast Florida.”

Matt Birdwell, President of Riverside Homes Custom, expresses confidence in Nikki’s ability to lead: “Nikki’s blend of leadership, interior design acumen, and community engagement makes her an invaluable addition to our team. She embodies the values that define Riverside Homes Custom, and we are excited to see her contributions shape the future of our luxury home designs in Northeast Florida.”

Join us in welcoming Nikki as she helps to lead the charge in shaping Riverside Homes Custom’s bright future.