Owner/Manager
Mark Joffe's path to building high-end custom homes in Boise's most cherished urban and historic neighborhoods started far from the job site—on the wild rivers of the world. As a former international whitewater guide, Mark learned how to lead people through unfamiliar terrain with confidence, trust, and clear communication. Those same principles now guide every home he builds.
Today, Mark is the founder and hands-on general contractor behind Kai, a custom homebuilding company that specializes in thoughtful, design-driven construction in Boise's established neighborhoods. Whether it's restoring a century-old home or crafting a modern infill project that respects the fabric of the block, Mark brings a deep respect for architectural heritage and a sharp eye for detail to every project.
At the core of his work is a commitment to transparency, listening, and relationship- building. Mark believes that great homes are built on trust as much as they are on craftsmanship—and that the process should be as rewarding as the final product.
Construction Manager
With over two decades of diverse experience spanning construction management, accounting services and bio-pharma operations, Drew brings a wealth of expertise in project management, team leadership, and client relations.
Currently, as a Construction Manager at Kai LLC in Boise, Idaho, Drew oversees the on-the-ground construction of Kai's new builds and remodels, from scheduling subcontractors, materials management, inspections, design alterations and fiscal and scope oversight.
His previous experience ranges from a 911 responder as an A-EMT with Ada County Paramedics, managing and growing a non-profit accounting team of 65+ employee local and overseas teams, to conducting pharmaceutical development and manufacturing of clinical and commercial oncology drugs.
Drew still loves to talk science pulling from his degree in Chemistry.
When Drew is not working on his own house or with his family, he is likely off on an adventure… hiking, kayaking, rafting or on his adventure bike.
Construction Finance & Accounts Manager
Leo has been involved in the construction business since graduating from the University of Idaho. One of his first projects after graduating was designing and building an off-grid cabin and year-round greenhouse for a client in McCall, Idaho.
Leo manages the finances and billing for Kai. He will work with you to establish an estimate at the start of your project. As selections are made, he will keep you apprised of where your actual budget is compared to the estimate that was determined at the start of the project. He is also our point person managing the bids from our subs. Leo will meet with you regularly to keep you up to date with the actual cost of your project.
In his free time, he enjoys trail running and working on his van. We are all excited to see what the finished result will be!
Field Carpenter
A resident of Boise since 1998. Gary was born and lived in Eugene, OR. He was raised a Beaver (OSU) and graduated a Duck (U of O) with a degree in Rhetoric & Communication. From 1980 -2013 he never ventured far from the outdoor industry having worked in such capacities as fishing guide, kayak instructor, and GM/VP of a retail/wholesale and mail order business.
For the past two decades Gary along with his wife Lynn have operated Stott Design PRM, a twofold operation of renovating residential properties for resale and performing property management duties for both residential and commercial properties.
Gary's work with Kai Homes the past 6 years has been primarily as a field carpenter performing all sorts of duties that tie into a finished product. A proud contributor to the Kai Team, he works closely with the project manager and client support manager. He loves to play and travel and most of his adventures center around biking, running, fishing and river trips.
Spec Management & Administrative Support
As our Spec Manager, Cindy will guide you through the selection process, ensuring that all details are covered. She understands how important it is to communicate your selections and finishes clearly with the Kai team to keep your project running smoothly. Cindy is also available to help schedule appointments with vendors or coordinate directly with your designer, making the process as easy and efficient as possible.
In addition to supporting clients, Cindy assists the Kai team with administrative tasks and helps keep everything on track behind the scenes.
Outside of work, Cindy enjoys making the most of life in Boise—her favorite activities include mountain biking, hiking, and skate skiing. She also loves visiting local breweries with her husband for an IPA and a game of cribbage.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to her during your project!