A home is one of the most important assets you’ll acquire during your lifetime. And because homes are such big investments — not just in terms of money, but in terms of time, effort, and commitment — it is important that homeowners choose the right builder to get the job done right on the first try.
We’ve compiled a list of the best custom home builders in Southlake, Texas to help homeowners build the homes of their dreams. These builders were chosen for their backgrounds, their experience, and their ability to cater to the project needs of homeowners while guiding them through the entire building process.
Sterling Brook Custom Homes LLC
120 Hawk Crest Lane, Double Oak, TX 75077
Sterling Brook Custom Homes LLC considers energy efficiency to be a key factor when it comes to building high-performance luxury homes. The firm has over 25 years of experience in residential design and is affiliated with Energy Star and Green Built Texas, organizations that are dedicated to energy efficiency in building.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on an award-winning custom home. Village Park Eco Home is a 3,600-square-foot Net Zero Ready home. The home received a Housing Innovation Award from the Department of Energy and an ARC Award for Best Kitchen from the Dallas Builders Association. It features a home office, spacious living and dining rooms, a master suite and bathroom, and a contemporary craftsman kitchen.
Veranda Designer Homes
1594 Hart Street, #200, Southlake, TX 76092
Veranda Designer Homes has been constructing some of the most distinctive homes in North Texas for nearly two decades. The firm is a team of professionals skilled in architectural design, state-of-the-art technology, and advanced building science. The firm’s president is Betty Baker, an interior designer-turned-builder, who brings her keen eye for design and detail to her practice.
The company’s luxury estates are well-known for unique specialty areas and detailed cabinetry and trim. With its emphasis on “veranda-style” living, the firm is able to make indoor and outdoor living spaces into cohesive wholes. A great example of the firm’s work is this home in Southlake. Aptly named the “Romantic Storybook Escape,” this home looks like it came straight out of a fairytale. The stone exterior, hip roof, and the small gate fronting the entryway, all make this charming Southlake home welcome you into its narrative. This sense of wonder is preserved in the ornate finishes that decorate the walls of the home. And the fairytale qualities don’t stop there — the home has a whimsical stone fountain as well.
WillowTree Custom Homes
680 N Carroll Avenue, Suite 100, Southlake, TX 76092
Founded in 2013 by high school friends Jody Alumbaugh and Travis Franks, WillowTree Custom Homes is a well-respected home builder based in Southlake. Jody is a licensed structural engineer; Travis is a residential construction veteran. Together, these young builders continue to revamp the building process by bringing modern technology to the construction of high-quality custom homes.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. All roads lead to this grand contemporary home in Southlake, where the walls are high and imposing, and the roofline even more so. Beside the square-framed doorway is an equally imposing floor-to-ceiling window that allows the occupants to see approaching passersby or admire the exterior of their home, with its gravel and stone pathway. The home is grand and stately — perfect for occupants who enjoy understated luxury.
Street Custom Homes
345 W Main Street, Lewisville, TX 75057
With over three decades of building experience, Street Custom Homes is a family-owned and operated company that offers custom home building and remodeling services. The firm is led by Melinda Street and has built luxurious residences in some of the area’s most desired communities. When it comes to building and remodeling, the firm works with architects to ensure that clients’ ideal homes are precisely envisioned and the budget strictly observed.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. Old-world craftsmanship shines through in this one-of-a-kind mansion that exudes a delightful air of country living. The exterior, made of stone and brick, combines with its single turret and makes the home feel both grand and whimsical. This house is perfect for occupants looking to live a simple and peaceful life in the comfort of old-world style.
Klein Custom Builders
1501 Hall, Johnson Road, Colleyville, TX 76034
Klein Custom Builders is a family-owned and operated business with over four decades of experience in the building industry. The firm is led by Al and Betty Restrepo, who each oversee the building and administration aspects of the company. Klein Custom Builders believes that collaboration is the way forward, and the firm works with a team of dedicated professionals who are ready to partner with clients in designing and building their dream home.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This home—inspired by the warm, intricate Mediterranean style—stands tall and stately in University Park. The home features a tall pitched tile roof that sits flat on the boxed structure. Ornate carvings and spiral columns decorate the entry and doorway. The door, made of glass and metal, is a grand structure in itself. The home is a charming sight to behold from the street.
Oakmark Custom Homes
6617 Cedar Grove Drive, North Richland Hill, TX 76182
Oakmark Custom Homes is a full-service general contractor that specializes in custom homes of all sizes, from large estates to empty-nester cottages. The firm builds in all architectural styles; the goal is to match its clients’ styles and lifestyle needs. Since 1989, the firm has been in the local residential real estate business, and today the firm continues to offer its home building and remodeling services to Tarrant County and beyond.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This Dallas home features an old-world custom design with brick and stone details. The home also has a turret roof that was completed with Vermont slate tile. The entrance has a round top custom iron and glass door. Inside, the home includes Herringbone hand-scraped red oak wood floors with a dark walnut border, beautiful wooden ceiling beams, and wooden window details. The home exudes an air of luxury and understated elegance.
B. R. Avery Homes
1300 Worthington Street, Grapevine, TX 76051
Founded in 2017 by its namesake Brian Avery, B. R. Avery Homes is a custom home building and remodeling company offering all types of residential services, from simple updates of kitchens and bathrooms to full interior and exterior remodels, to ground-up new construction of custom homes. The firm’s philosophy is centered on giving clients the opportunity to build their dream homes at a cost that doesn’t break the bank.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. At first glance, this modern farmhouse-style home evokes images of the charming countryside, thanks to its vibrant red barn-like structure. But the bright color isn’t the only thing going for the personality of the home — it has an understated wooden structure connected to it, as well as a one-car garage. The front yard is welcoming too, with its simple landscape and smooth paved driveway.
Custom Home Builders DFW
1224 N. Hwy 377 #204, Roanoke, TX 76262
Operating in North Texas, Custom Home Builders DFW is a company with over five decades of combined experience building custom homes and commercial office buildings on private properties and ranches across Clay, Denton, Montague, Tarrant, and Wise Counties. The firm builds in all kinds of architectural styles, including Traditional, French, and even Eclectic.
Pictured above is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. The focal point of this custom home is its grand pool, which takes on a central position in the layout of the lot. Surrounding the pool are two detached buildings that have plenty of open space and outdoor lounge areas to promote a free-flowing indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The home’s symmetrical landscaping reinforces this balanced lifestyle.
