With the wide-ranging home styles that can be seen throughout the nation, one of the most popular is contemporary-style homes. Contemporary-style homes are designed using simple forms and geometric lines. Many of these homes feature a minimalist design with a dynamic mixture of glass, steel, and contrasting materials, colors, and textures. Sustainable and eco-friendly features are also often incorporated, as well as opIn over 60 years, the company has completed over 1,000 homes in various communities. The company has also garnered multiple awards and recognition including over 100 Florida’s Best Awards, the coveted Builder’s Association Best of Show Award, and the Custom Home Magazine Pacesetter Award. In 2019, the company was also featured in Florida Design Expert Builder and has received several awards from the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) in 2019 and 2018. The company’s portfolio features a wide array of styleps from Mediterranean and European to modern and contemporary.en-concept floor plans that let in natural light.
Aside from the design elements that many people love about a contemporary home, one of its many unique features is the innovative technology incorporated, such as wireless controls for electronics, advanced heating and cooling systems, and energy-efficient materials.
This list features the best contemporary home builders across the nation; they have all proven their excellence in constructing contemporary homes as well as other home styles. Our team has evaluated these builders based on the awards and recognition they have received, their years in the business, industry affiliations, customer reviews, overall quality of projects, and other factors. These builders have received local and national recognition for their outstanding work and have been behind some of the nation’s most impressive contemporary homes.
If you are thinking about building a contemporary home, we recommend checking each builder’s license with the local licensing board, speaking to past clients, and using our bidding system to get competitive quotes from at least 3 contractors. Getting multiple bids is the best way to ensure you get a fair price and that bids include the complete scope of work.
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Alexander Modern Homes
298 River Rd., Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
Alexander Modern Homes specializes in design-build services for clients throughout Muscle Shoals and surrounding areas. Rusty Alexander, the company’s founder, has been building and remodeling homes since 1976 and started his career by purchasing and remodeling properties, and then placing them on the rental market. Eventually, Alexander began constructing commercial buildings and luxury custom homes, too. The company has built a relationship with internationally-recognized Phil Kean Designs of Winter Park in Florida to give clients the best design plans that would suit their needs and lifestyle. A sister company of Alexander Properties and Construction, the firm specializes in building contemporary homes.
Accredited with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), and Shoals Chamber of Commerce, the company also provides architectural services, interior and exterior design, furnishings, and landscape design and construction.
Alaska
Hawkinson Construction, Inc.
7700 Hillside Way, Anchorage, AK 99516
Anchorage-based Hawkinson Construction has over 50 years of experience in the construction and remodeling industry. The family-owned company specializes in luxury custom homes, residential construction, remodeling, commercial tenant improvement projects, and retail renovation. In business since 1968, Hawkinson Construction has established a reputation for quality construction work throughout Anchorage. Founder Bob Hawkinson moved his family from Minnesota to Alaska, where he established the business. Jon, Bob’s son, then took over the family business after 20 years with a local construction company. Today, Jon’s son, Sean, is also involved in the family business.
For three generations, the company has continued the legacy of delivering excellent construction services and has built a portfolio of impressive projects. Hawkinson Construction incorporates modern and contemporary details in its projects, bringing a unique blend of styles and detail.
Arizona
Stonecreek Building Company
3764 East Oasis Circle, Mesa, AZ 85215
Stonecreek Building Company is one of Southwest’s premier custom home builders. The company takes pride in partnering with experienced architects to deliver clients the best possible results. Joe Costello, the founder of the company, is a second-generation builder. He grew up working in the construction industry and earned his degree in Construction Management prior to working for some of the nation’s largest commercial general contractors. Under his leadership, the company has earned recognition from various publications including Luxe, Sources+Design, Phoenix Home and Garden, and more. Additionally, many of the firm’s exceptional projects have been featured in architectural and design digests worldwide and have received prestigious awards from the American Institute of Architects.
Among the company’s notable works is the Camelback Mountain Glass House. Completed in 2016, the project features floor-to-ceiling glass windows that contrast with a black steel frame. The interiors feature a minimalist decor, with breathtaking views of the mountain.
Arkansas
GB Group Construction
885 W Henri De Tonti Blvd. Suite 2, Springdale, AR 72762
With over two decades of home building experience, company founder Jacob Tankersley brings extensive knowledge and skills to GB Group Construction. Founded in 2009, the company has collaborated with architects, designers, and clients to create stunning homes of great quality. Tankersley earned a degree in Construction Management from John Brown University and has been involved in the management and building of over 150 homes.
He founded the company with the mission of building modern and high-end custom homes that are sustainable and skillfully constructed. For its dedication to high-quality results, the company has earned recognition from many publications including the Northwest Arkansas Citiscapes Magazine, AY Arkansas Lifestyle Magazine, Northwest Arkansas Business Journal, and Arch Daily.
One of the company’s projects is the Skull Creek Custom Home. This project features a mixed siding exterior, vaulted ceilings, an open concept floor plan, a spacious living room, and custom bathrooms.
California
Marmol Radziner
12210 Nebraska Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Led by a team of highly skilled and experienced architects, Marmol Radziner is a multi-award-winning design-build practice based in Los Angeles. In business since 1989, the company has provided outstanding construction services as well as landscape design, interior design, custom furniture design, and fabrication. With its team of architects, interior designers, landscape designers, metal fabricators, carpenters, furniture makers, and construction specialists, Marmol Radziner has constructed one-of-a-kind luxurious homes that have caught the eye of prominent award-giving organizations and publications. These include being featured in Elle Decor, Interiors, Belle, and California Home + Design, as well as being awarded the AIA California Design Awards, among many others.
In its portfolio of stunning projects is the award-winning Mandeville Canyon home. Featured in multiple publications including Architectural Digest, GA Houses, Elle Decor UK, HÄUSER, and Marie Claire Maison Italia, this luxurious contemporary home features floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the property and a spectacular pool and outdoor living area.
Colorado
Beck Building Company
780 Nottingham Rd., Avon, CO 81620
Beck Building Company has been one of Colorado’s leading custom home builders since the early 1970s. Since its inception, the firm has proven its capabilities in executing cutting-edge design and building solutions using the latest design trends. The company has also established a pristine reputation for completing magnificent projects built on challenging locations. Many of these top-notch projects have received recognition from high-profile magazines and publications including Mountain Living, Colorado Homes and Lifestyles, and Luxe Magazine.
Among one of the company’s most impressive projects is the Ptarmigan residence–a contemporary home located on the Vail Golf Course. In a joint venture with Suman Architects, Beck Building Company constructed this 7,800-square-foot home featuring floor-to-ceiling walnut lift and slide Weiland doors in the living room and numerous windows to capture magnificent views of the Gore Range. Its exterior features a custom color blend of Oklahoma sandstone veneer, copper wall panels, and standing seam roofing. Other unique features of the home also include a copper and stone water feature at the entryway and a gunite spa at the back of the house. This home appeared on the cover of Luxe Magazine as well as in Vail Valley Home Magazine and received the prestigious American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Crystal Award and a mention as Best in Show at the Crystal Awards.
Connecticut
BPC Green Builders
523 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT 06897-2233
BPC Green Builders is known for delivering excellent quality green homes that are not only stunning but energy-efficient and high-performance as well. Serving residents throughout Western Connecticut and nearby counties in New York, BPC Green Builders pioneered green building in the area by building some of Connecticut’s first custom green homes. Over two decades later, BPC Green Builders has established a name as one of the area’s most reputable green builders. BPC homes also continue to receive top-tier industry awards and certifications including LEED Platinum certifications and have consistently earned excellent Home Energy Rating System (HERS) scores for its high energy efficiency.
One of the company’s notable projects is this Net Zero Energy Home located in Trumbull. The 37,000-square-foot home is a Positive Energy Home, producing more clean energy than it uses. The surplus energy from the home is fed back into the electric grid. Completed in 2019, the home has three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and features an open plan layout. This home features a -13 HERS score and is Indoor Air Quality Plus Certified and Energy Star for New Homes Certified.
Delaware
Dewson Construction Company
7 S. Lincoln St., Wilmington, DE 19805
Based in Wilmington, Dewson Construction Company serves Northern Delaware, Delaware Beaches, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania with general contracting services. Tim Dewson and John McMahon, company founders, have been in the construction industry for almost 40 years. Since 1993, the company has delivered a relationship-driven approach to building and renovation, which has resulted in successful projects and a reputation for great workmanship.
By working closely with clients throughout the construction process, the company is able to provide unparalleled craftsmanship and exceptional attention to detail. The company’s skilled craftsmen have also helped the company achieve its reputation for its exceptionally designed details in each project.
In 2017, Dewson Construction Company completed this newly built contemporary home. The home features a mixed siding exterior, with various sized windows throughout the property. Light hardwood flooring, as well as light-colored decor, illuminate the home–making it look brighter and more spacious.
Florida
Hollub Homes
10101 South Dixie Highway, Pinecrest, FL 33156
Hollub Homes has set the standard for premier custom home building and renovations in South Florida since its establishment in 1954. The company’s success can be accredited to its “Relationship Built” approach to construction. Through this, the Hollub team has developed long-standing relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors over the years and has proven their skill in building stunning projects.
In over 60 years, the company has completed over 1,000 homes in various communities. The company has also garnered multiple awards and recognition including over 100 Florida’s Best Awards, the coveted Builder’s Association Best of Show Award, and the Custom Home Magazine Pacesetter Award. In 2019, the company was also featured in Florida Design Expert Builder and has received several awards from the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) in 2019 and 2018. The company’s portfolio features a wide array of styles from Mediterranean and European to modern and contemporary.en-concept floor plans that let in natural light.
The company’s portfolio features a wide array of both contemporary and transitional styles. As a full-service Design-Build firm, Hollub Homes offers new construction, renovation, and interior design services to its clients.
Georgia
Hask Custom Homes
2951 Piedmont Rd. NE Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30305
Hask Custom Homes is a second-generation general contracting company specializing in custom home construction, complete home remodeling, additions, basement finishing, and kitchen renovation services. Hasan Kelekei, founder of HASK Contracting, earned a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Southern California and began constructing homes in Atlanta’s northern suburbs throughout the ’70s and ’80s. Together with his son, Al, he founded Hask Construction, Inc. in 2002 and has since built homes in prestigious Atlanta communities. Later on, Al formed Hask Custom Homes to focus on luxury custom home construction. Under his leadership, the company has completed beautiful projects across Atlanta, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chamblee, and surrounding areas.
Among its noteworthy projects is this contemporary home in Chastain Park. Its exteriors feature a mixture of stone and board and batten siding, with gray trim that matches the home’s roofing. It also features a backyard pool, an indoor-outdoor living area, and a spacious master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a luxurious bathroom.
Hawaii
Longhouse Design + Build
1100 Alakea St., 3rd Floor Atrium, Honolulu, HI 96813
Longhouse Design + Build introduces a new benchmark for luxury living with its collection of first-rate contemporary residential and resort projects. As a multidisciplinary architectural and construction firm, the company blends its expertise in architectural design with top-notch construction services. Initially founded as & Associates Architects and Interiors in 1980, the Longhouse brand expanded into design-build services. Company founder Jeffrey T. Long recognized the need to have a single point of responsibility throughout the construction process. In 2016, Longhouse Associates Architects and Interiors rebranded as Longhouse Design+Build.
Today, the company has made a name for quality design and construction work through its seasoned team of licensed architects, interior designers, builders, and LEED accredited professionals. Many of the company’s projects have received multiple awards and features from prominent publications, including HGTV, Huffington Post, Modern Home Luxury, and Ocean Home Magazine, among many others.
Illinois
Orren Pickell Building Group
444 Skokie Blvd. Suite# 200, Wilmette, IL 60091
Nearly 50 years ago, Orren Pickell founded the Orren Pickell Building Group as a family-owned and operated business. Throughout the years, the company has been one of the leading custom home builders serving residents in Chicago and the North Shore. The Orren Pickell team handles the entire design-build process with the help of its expert designers, architects, and builders to ensure a seamless construction experience for each client.
Company founder Orren Pickell studied Construction Engineering at Bradley University. Pickell has built hundreds of homes throughout the North Shore, Chicago, Winnetka, and beyond–each home meticulously crafted according to the needs and preferences of every client.
In 2016, the company completed this contemporary home in Northbrook featuring a mixed siding exterior using glass, stone, and stucco. Its interior consists of an open concept floor plan with a spacious great room, dining room, kitchen, office, and laundry/mudroom. This project costs around $1 to $1.5 million. For more information about Orren Pickell Building Group, you can visit their website here.
Indiana
Sigma Builders
4630 Lisborn Dr., Carmel, IN 46033
Sigma Builders was established only in 2016. Despite this, its team has a combined 90 years of experience in the home building industry. Over the years, this experience has led to associations with industry organizations such as the NAHB, the Indiana Builders Association (IBA), and the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis (BAGI). Through constant innovation and the honed skills of multidisciplinary professionals, this firm has been recognized for its custom home building services and has worked for clients from the sought-after communities in the Greater Indianapolis area. The firm crafts a minimum of 25 homes per year and among its many projects, its most notable one is a two-story contemporary prairie style home.
Aside from the firm’s dedication to quality and its passion for architecture, Sigma Builders is able to produce such eye-catching homes thanks to the combined efforts of its team and partner Dave R. Berman. Recognized by Builder Magazine and Soderquist Group for his leadership and success, Berman has been responsible for building resulting in $625 million in revenue across his previous positions.
Iowa
Homes by DePhillips
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Founded in 1973, Homes By DePhillips (HBD) has long been building top-quality homes and delivering superior attention to detail in each project. Founder Michael J. DePhillips (Mick) has built over 500 homes in the Des Moines metropolitan area. Today, Mick and his son Kevin lead the company with their expert design and construction skills. The company offers custom-built homes that are built from the ground-up but also offer clients an option for pre-designed homes. The HBD team chooses stunning lots, crafts elegant floor plans, selects amenities, and handles municipal all requirements to help save clients time.
HBD constructed this refreshing contemporary home. The home features a gray board and batten siding contrasted with wood-colored board and batten siding. Numerous windows surround the home, letting in a lot of natural light in each part of the property. The project also features a backyard pool and a firepit.
Kansas
Homoly Construction
924 Oak St., Kansas City, MO 64106
Homoly Construction has been among Kansas City Area’s top custom home building companies providing top-rated construction services. Serving Mission Hills, Loose Park, West Plaza, Ward Parkway, and the Kansas City Metropolitan area, the company offers custom home construction, home additions and remodeling, energy-efficient homes, green building, and home design services. In its many years in the business, the firm has received multiple awards for its spectacular projects including the Kansas City Better Homes & Gardens 2014 Home of the Year Awards, Best Custom Home Over $1 Million Gold Award, and awards for its energy-efficient homes.
One of its recent projects completed in 2019 is this Jarvis/Falcon Ridge Contemporary Custom Home. With an open concept floor plan, the home features beautiful dark wood flooring, high ceilings, a contemporary fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The home also contains a contemporary wine cellar and a contemporary bar.
Kentucky
Eldridge Company
931 East Main St., Louisville, KY, 40206
Eldridge Company is a Louisville-based construction firm specializing in design-build and remodeling services for luxury custom homes and commercial spaces. The firm’s mission is to provide customers with transparent design-build experience and promote timeless designs and sustainability. From traditional to modern styles and everything in between, the team at Eldridge Company works hard to provide clients with outstanding workmanship that will stand the test of time. This family-owned business is led by brothers Chris and Matt along with their father, Bob. Since 2010, the company has built award-winning spaces and has received recognition from publications including the Courier-Journal and Louisville Business First.
This two-story, 3,980-square-foot contemporary home features four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, large windows, and an open floor plan. It also features a white painted brick exterior with red western cedar trim details. Inside, the home showcases modern, frameless black matte cabinetry, a floating staircase with walnut treads and black iron railing, and accents contrasting the home’s light hardwood flooring. This luxurious contemporary home was the company’s entry to Homearama 2019.
Louisiana
Guidry Custom Homes, Inc.
712 Rio Vista Avenue, Jefferson, LA 70121
Guidry Custom Homes specializes in a holistic design-build process. A licensed and insured Louisiana Residential Building Contractor, the company has constructed numerous custom homes and has been known as one of New Orlean’s highly rated custom home contractors since its establishment in 1987. The company’s services include custom home construction, home remodeling, and pool house design and construction services.
Among the company’s contemporary home projects is this elegant custom home featuring a gray mixed siding exterior. The two-story home featured board and batten siding for the second story and gray brick with white grout for the first floor. In its interiors, stunning dark-colored hardwood flooring contrasted against the light-colored paint and trim. With its high-ceilings, this gives the illusion of a bigger space and a more sophisticated look. The home’s staircase railing also acts as an accent wall and a great design piece in the living room.
Maine
Wright-Ryan Homes
10 Danforth St. Portland, ME 04101
Excellent workmanship has been Wright-Ryan Homes’ legacy since 1984. For many years, the company has exhibited a steadfast commitment to quality and impeccable customer service and has provided Maine’s discerning homeowners with high-quality projects. Founded by Tom Wright and John Ryan, the company was established as a relationship-driven firm. Through working with leading architects, design professionals, and construction experts, Wright-Ryan Homes has earned numerous awards from the Maine AIA Committee on the Environment Award, the North American Copper in Architecture Award, and more. The company also operates a millwork and cabinet shop that produces custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, and furniture throughout New England.
The Sebago Lake Camp project is among the company’s many notable works. The architect ensured that the views of the lake are maximized by putting floor-to-ceiling windows that open–enabling indoor-outdoor living. Terraces also serve as extensions of the interior rooms.
Maryland
Peterson and Collins, Inc.
4701 Sangamore Rd., Bethesda, MD 20816
Peterson and Collins’ excellence in the construction industry comes from the team’s personal commitment to superior craftsmanship. This award-winning custom home builder specializes in high-end residential construction for residents in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. George Collins and Ted Peterson, both graduates from Bucknell University, founded the company in 1977. Under their leadership, the company has received awards and recognition from distinctive publications including Abitare Magazine, ArchitectureDC Magazine, Architectural Record, Builder’s Choice Magazine, Builder Magazine, New American Luxury Magazine, Washingtonian. and Chesapeake Home Magazine.
In a joint venture with Muse Architects, the company constructed the Edgemoor Residence located in Bethesda. This project is a new construction for an artist and an economics professor who want to be close to their daughter and her family who are also living in Bethesda. Exterior materials used for the home include local fieldstone, stained siding, wall shingles, and an acrylume metal roof for minimal maintenance. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows were used for the side facing the courtyard. For its interiors, beautiful hardwood flooring can be found throughout the home. Other features of the stunning property include the open concept floor plan, contemporary fireplace, and an all-white kitchen. This project earned the Maryland Society AIA Design Award and the AIA Maryland Excellence in Design and was featured in Home & Design Magazine and Anatomy of a Great Home.
Massachusetts
Sea-Dar Construction
580 Harrison Ave., 4W Boston, MA 02119
For almost three decades, Sea-Dar Construction has built long-standing relationships with its clients, as well as with many of the industry’s talented architects. The company’s mission is to ensure its client’s satisfaction and earn their loyalty by constantly delivering projects that are of impressive quality and crafted beautifully. Sea-Dar Construction has also proven its expertise across other building projects. From luxury suburban custom homes and historic brownstone residences to luxury condominiums and large complex institutional and commercial establishments, Sea-Dar excels in constructing quality projects. The company is also affiliated with the NAHB, International Furnishings and Design Association, and the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Cape Cod.
This Cambridge Contemporary home is among the firm’s impressive projects in its collection. The home features a unique gray wood siding and massive windows. Its interiors feature a minimalist yet timeless decor, with classic white kitchen cabinets and black backsplash and countertops.
Michigan
Meadowlark Design-Build
3250 W. Liberty Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Meadowlark Design + Build is an award-winning and nationally-lauded home builder and remodeler specializing in custom home construction, green building, and architectural designs. Based in Ann Arbor, the company is also one of the country’s leading green builders. Co-founder Doug Selby is a building science expert who attended Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. In 1998, he left his profession as a pharmaceutical chemist and cancer researcher to become a carpenter. His co-founder Kirk Brandon attended the same university, and earned a degree in accounting. Together with Selby, they founded a woodworking company and soon founded Meadowlark Builders in 2004.
Photography by Jeff Garland
Sitting on a breathtaking 50-acre lot, this magnificent contemporary home features a hunting lodge aesthetic, with its wood siding and gray trim and exterior accents. Its interior features beautiful hardwood flooring and a massive kitchen island with a unique countertop from two hand-selected slabs of granite.
Minnesota
Smuckler Custom Builders, Inc.
800 Gleason Acres Dr., Wayzata, MN 55391
Jack Smuckler, company president, has been designing homes for over 25 years. With his level of creativity and design experience, Smuckler has designed over 300 custom homes with styles ranging from traditional to contemporary. He is also the president of Smuckler Architecture–the company’s sister company and architectural design arm. An AIA registered architect, Smuckler is also a licensed residential contractor. He leads the company in providing unsurpassed architectural designs and custom home construction and remodeling services to clients throughout Eden Prairie, Edina, Golden Valley, Minnetonka, Minnetrista, Plymouth, Spring Park, Victoria, and Wayzata. Though the company’s projects are primarily located in Minnesota, Smuckler has also worked on homes across Palm Springs, Scottsdale, Marco Island, Fargo, Newport Beach, and St. John’s Virgin Islands.
The company’s projects have also caught the attention of both local and national publications and have received numerous awards including the Henry Adams AIA Award for Design Excellence, Trillium Award for Best Architecture, and the AIA Award for Excellence in Architecture. Its works have also graced the covers and pages of Inspired Home, Builders Journal, Builder/Architect, and Architectural Digest.
Mississippi
Barnard & Sons Construction
3054 Simpson Hwy. 13, P.O. Box 517, Mendenhall, MS 39114
Barnard and Sons Construction thrives on a strong foundation built on performance, quality, and reputation. For the past two decades, the company has been one of Mississippi’s most recognized custom home contractors specializing in design-build and general construction services for residential and commercial clients. Licensed in Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, Florida, and Arkansas, the Barnard and Sons team has completed numerous luxury homes, offices, hotels, restaurants, warehouses, institutions, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and retail stores.
Photo by Timothy Hursley
In collaboration with Duvall Decker architects, Barnard and Sons constructed this beautiful 3,750-square-foot home in Jackson. The Oak Ridge House is a modern and sustainable house with contemporary features. Among the features of this home are a large and open concept living area and a rectangular private bedroom wing forming the kitchen. The home’s interior walls are painted a soft gray color that provides contrast against the warm wood tones of the bamboo floor and furniture.
Missouri
R.E.A. Homes
2401 Centerline Industrial Dr., Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Company founder Jeffrey Bogard had many years of experience in the home building industry before founding R.E.A. Homes. After running a multimillion-dollar division of one of St. Louis’ leading home builders, Bogard decided to follow his passion for building custom luxury homes with top-of-the-line features and materials. He started the company with the goal of building exceptional homes one at a time and following in the footsteps of his father, Daniel Bogard, who was also a St. Louis homebuilder.
For almost 30 years, he has led numerous home building projects throughout greater St. Louis’ most beautiful neighborhoods. He earned his Certified Green Professional designation in 2009 and his Master Certified Green Professional designation in 2014, both from the NAHB, and a LEED Green Associate designation from the USGBC. Today, the company delivers top-rated custom home building and renovation services, with homes ranging from $1 million to over $10 million. R.E.A. Homes has also amassed several awards including the 2019 ADA Award for Overall Home Design and November 2019 Builder of the Month.
The company’s focus and passion are centered on providing luxurious and healthier homes to its clients. an example of which is the project above, done in cooperation with its trade partners Tamsin Design Group and Mitchell Wall Architects. Now more than ever, R.E.A. Homes’ focus on healthier homes that follow ENERGY STARⓇ and Indoor airPLUS standards has established it as the leader of this construction type in St. Louis. R.E.A. Homes’ High-Performance Luxury Homes℠ are exceptionally designed and hand-crafted in consideration of the client’s health and lifestyle, especially during these unprecedented times.
Montana
Denman Construction
3927 Hwy. 40 W P.O. Box 5420, Whitefish, MT 59937
Denman Construction’s humble beginnings began with a father and son’s dream, a Chevy pickup truck, $500, and old construction tools. Craig Denman, company founder and CEO, grew up in a building family and has been learning about the construction business at an early age. Before founding the company, Craig worked as an architectural draftsman for over a year. Since its founding in 1977, Denman Construction has been committed to bringing clients with one-of-a-kind architectural designs to each project and provide them with wonderful construction experience and the finest craftsmanship.
Accredited with NAHB, NAHB Remodelers, and the Flathead Building Association, this design-build firm strives to deliver each client’s dream home and earn their trust through meticulous and honest work. One of the great examples of the firm’s impressive workmanship is Haley’s Hideaway. Located in Whitefish, this gorgeous custom home features clean lines for its exterior as well as sloped roofing that adds to the home’s architectural intrigue.
Nebraska
Curt Hofer & Associates
16820 Frances St. Suite #102, Omaha, NE 68130
Curt Hofer & Associates is a recognized design-build firm serving the Omaha metro area for over two decades. From remodeling projects to ground-up construction, the company has delivered award-winning workmanship and professional customer service. Company founder Curt Hofer continues to lead the business and has earned a distinction for its unique and high-end custom-built homes. Numerous award-giving bodies and publications have also noted the company’s excellent workmanship. Some of these recognitions that the firm received are multiple Best of Omaha awards as well as features from Professional Builder and From House to Home magazine.
The company’s portfolio of wide-ranging styles translates to Curt Hofer’s expertise in designing homes. Among the home styles that the company has worked on are contemporary, modern prairie, modern farmhouse, traditional, rustic, Old World, and Mediterranean.
Nevada
Merlin Custom Home Builders
6408 S. Arville St., Las Vegas, NV 89118
Nationally-recognized Merlin Custom Home Builders celebrates three decades of building excellence in Nevada. In business since 1989, the company has built and remodeled over 350 custom homes ranging from $1 million to $25 million and has worked on penthouses, condominiums, and high-end tower apartments throughout Las Vegas. Holding an unlimited, full B-category General Contractor’s license, the company is permitted to construct homes without limits to size, height, or even cost.
Partnered with seasoned architects, designers, engineers, and real estate professionals, Merlin’s world-class craftsmanship has been recognized in over 70 magazines and 300 newspaper architects such as the Architectural Digest, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Chicago Sun-Times, Builder Magazine, and Luxury Las Vegas. Many of its projects have also garnered prestigious accolades including the 2019 Silver Nugget Award for Design and Architecture, the 2017 National Custom Home Builder of the Year by NAHB, and more. You see more of the firm’s works on their website here.
New Hampshire
Bensonwood
6 Blackjack Crossing, Walpole, NH 03608
Known for its excellence in timber-frame revival, Bensonwood is known for its unique construction method and its remarkable timber-framed homes across New Hampshire, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Maine. The company’s mission is to craft stunning and healthy high-performance homes that would endure for centuries. Recognized for its artful timber frame homes, Bensonwood also takes pride as an innovative builder of hybrid and non-timbered panelized homes. The company has also been recognized as a premier design-build contractor of energy-efficient and sustainable buildings across the U.S. and Canada.
In 2016, Bensonwood completed this classic contemporary timber frame home in Holderness. The 3,063-square-foot home features classic shingle and vertical board cedar siding with copper diamond accents. Its interiors consist of Douglas fir timbers and complementary dark round posts as well as eastern white pine with a light whitewash finish for the ceiling panels and roof boards. This home features passive design on its roof and walls and features an all-season timber frame porch, boat storage, and an artist studio.
New Jersey
CMM Custom Homes
1551 NJ-138, Wall Township, NJ 07719
CMM Custom Homes is a highly-rated custom home builder that has been serving residents in Monmouth and Ocean County since 1983. In its many years in the industry, the CMM team has proven its dedication to reputable design-build work, which has earned the company multiple five-star ratings from its satisfied clients. The company’s expertise lies in custom home construction, historic building conservation, home additions and remodeling, home restoration, pool house design and construction, and project management.
Christopher Amato, company team leader, is a member of the NAHB Builder 20 Club—a club made up of outstanding builders from different states who meet throughout the year to discuss ongoing projects and techniques to keep the flow of education in the building industry. Under his leadership, the company’s long list of exceptional projects spanned from schedule- and budget-driven commercial projects to high-end luxury homes.
New Mexico
Palo Santo Designs LLC
1300 Rufina Circle, Unit B3, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Based in Santa Fe, Palo Santo Designs is a multi-awarded general contractor and architecture/design firm specializing in luxury custom home construction and renovation. Company founder Mark Giorgetti established the company in 2001 and has led the company as among Santa Fe’s most sought after construction firms. With two decades of experience in the industry along with his background in Environmental Science, Palo Santo Designs provides full-service construction work from architectural designs to the actual construction. The firm has also made its mark in the green building industry and has won numerous awards and recognition for its stunning projects and commitment to green building.
The Jory-Liddell Residence is among the firm’s most notable works. This exquisite contemporary home features a unique three-pod design that provides its homeowners with a near-zero energy living space. In partnership with Vaught Frye Larson Architects, Palo Santo Designs built the home with sustainable features including a first of its kind grid-tied thin-film photovoltaic array which produces 100 percent of the home’s electricity needs from the sun. This also provides 100 percent of the home’s water heating and 85 percent for space heating using solar thermal technology. Moreover, the roof areas of the property catch and store rainwater for landscape irrigation. This project was featured in the 2013 U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)-NM Chapter Green Built Tour and was given the Best Sustainable Landscape and Site Award.
New York
Hobbs, Inc.
450 Lexington Ave., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10017
Three generations of construction experience and an unceasing commitment to construction excellence have shaped Hobbs into one of New York’s most respected construction companies. For over 65 years, the company has built distinctive properties for its discerning clients across Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island. In 1952, company founder Ted Hobbs needed to find a way to support his young family. He bought a roller to pave a neighbor’s driveway and word began to spread about his excellent work. In 1954, Ted established TdeF Hobbs Construction. Years later, the small business continued to grow and the small projects he used to work on led to larger and more complex projects.
Today, the company is recognized for its top-quality works and has amassed numerous awards and recognition from numerous publications including Hamptons Cottages & Gardens, Luxe Magazine, CT Cottages & Gardens, Ridgefield Magazine, and more. In a joint venture with Hottenroth & Joseph Architects, this single-family home was restored into a brighter residence with contemporary finishes. Among the features of this home is the double-height parlor floor with dining and living rooms finished with a glass curtain wall.
North Carolina
Bost Custom Homes
1941 Evans Rd., Cary, NC 27513
Building honest and transparent relationships has been Bost Custom Homes’ cornerstone since 1986. Company founder Rex Bost is the former owner of an artisan stone masonry company before building custom homes in the Triangle. In its 30 years in the industry, Bost Custom Homes has established itself as among the Triangle’s leading luxury design-build firms. Focusing on adopting new technology and techniques, Bost Homes is regarded as a pioneer in the North Carolina custom home building market. The company employs sustainable building techniques and uses recycled and local building materials as well as rainwater harvesting systems, water and air filters, and geothermal and solar panels. With the company’s exceptional workmanship and green building solutions, many of the firm’s projects have received awards and recognition from distinguished organizations.
The firm is accredited with the NAHB, HBA of Raleigh-Wake County, North Carolina Home Builders Association, and the USGBC. From Mediterranean, transitional, and craftsman homes to contemporary estates, the Bost team provides caliber results and outstanding services.
North Dakota
Radiant Homes
1 2nd St. N Suite #122 Fargo, ND 58102
Radiant Homes continues to strive to provide clients with distinguished design and exceptional functionality. Ben Meland, one of Radiant Homes’ project managers, grew up working in their family’s retail lumber business and was inspired to be an innovator in the building industry and give clients the best possible construction experience. Company president David Reid also grew up immersed in the high-end residential market and was also inspired by architecturally-unique homes and the marriage of quality and functionality. With their years of combined experience, Radiant Homes has the skills to deliver customers with unparalleled craftsmanship, earning many of its projects multiple features from publications including Inspired Home Magazine, Lake & Home Magazine, and Design Living Magazine.
Among one of its contemporary projects is this home featuring beautiful hardwood flooring and an open concept floor plan. Its interior features high ceilings, a gray color palette, and wood accents for the kitchen’s breakfast nook and trim as well as the stairs. Massive windows and sliding glass doors frame one side of the living room and illuminate the stunning contemporary living area.
Ohio
Hensley Custom Building Group
3295 Montgomery Rd., Loveland, OH, 45140
Hensley Custom Building Group has been building fine custom homes throughout Cincinnati since 1985. The company has built a team of highly skilled artists and craftsmen and has closely worked with seasoned architects and nationally-lauded residential designers along with local artisans and construction experts. The firm is also a long-time NAHB member and the NAHB Builder 20 Club—a small group of nationally-recognized and award-winning luxury custom home builders. Tim Hensley, company president, is an award-winning Cincinnati home builder that has completed over 400 custom homes in the area.
Hensley Custom Building Group completed this Creekside Custom Home located in Indian Hill. The 5,000-square-foot home features a striking contemporary style designed with numerous windows and an open concept floor plan to maximize the living space. The home also features minimalist decor, gorgeous hardwood floors, and accordion glass doors that open up to an indoor-outdoor dining space.
Oklahoma
Jeff Click Design Build
3825 NW 166 Suite B7, Edmond, OK 73012
Embodying style and exemplifying innovation has been Jeff Click Design Build’s fuel that has made the company one of the premier builders of modern and contemporary homes. Serving Oklahoma City, Edmond, and Piedmont, the company has completed some of the area’s most stunning properties. The company has been in business since 1998 and has collected multiple awards including Best Overall Design, Best Owner Suite, Best Kitchen, Best Decorating, and Best Landscaping across multiple Parade of Homes.
Over the years, Jeff Click has built more than 400 new homes. Click is an Oklahoma State Certified Professional Builder and served as the 2013 President of the Oklahoma State Home Builders Association and the 2009 President of the Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association. His expertise in the technology field has also made him known not just as a specialist in modern and contemporary designs, but in high-technology new homes, too.
Oregon
Westlake Development Group LLC
9206 SE Idleman Rd., Happy Valley, OR 97086
For over 30 years, Westlake Development Group has been one of Pacific Northwest’s most trusted builders for custom homes. Led by Gerald Rowlett, the company’s mission is to create beautiful and livable homes for its clients. Rowlett has built a team of impressive construction professionals, and with their combined years of knowledge and skills, Westlake Development Group has thrived as an award-winning custom home builder. Rowlett’s homes have garnered attention and featured in several national and international medias; such ABC World News, Wall Street Journal and USA Today.
Its entry in the 2017 Street of Dreams is this Asian Contemporary home in Portland. Designed by world renown architect Kengo Kuma, Rowlett enjoyed working with and bringing Kengo’s vision to life. Westlake Development Group received international recognition and multiple awards for this home, including the industries top honor, The Homer Award.
Pennsylvania
Sullivan Building and Design Group
431 Deep Run Rd., Perkasie, Perkasie, PA 18944
Sullivan Building and Design Group is a design-build firm with an in-house team of licensed architects and designers and craftsmen. The company specializes in residential construction as well as commercial projects, custom millwork, historic preservation and restoration, and interior design. The company was founded by Neil Sullivan, a graduate of Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture. Sullivan has over four decades of construction and design experience and has completed projects ranging from new construction to renovation and historic preservation work. Since 1980, the company has built an impressive portfolio of projects many of which have been featured in publications such as Qualified Remodeler, Professional Remodeler, Elle Decor, and Bucks County Home & Garden.
An example of the company’s notable works is this Saucon Valley Residence. Among the features of this home include light wood floors and beams, high ceilings, and various sized windows throughout the home.
Rhode Island
Highland Builders Inc.
9 Warren Ave., Tiverton, RI 02878
Highland Builders started as a collection of subcontractors specializing in building homes for larger contractors. Soon after, company founders Westall Deane and Gilbert Pires decided to form a new company and contract their own projects. The company began working for one of the elite architects in the area and has built numerous award-winning homes throughout Rhode Island.
As the company continued to expand, founders Deane and Pires ensured that the quality of each project wouldn’t be compromised. Today, Highland Builders has worked on projects ranging from 1,200-square-foot guest houses to 10,000-square-foot mansions and has received numerous features from publications.
Many of the company’s projects have earned recognition from various magazines including Rhode Island Monthly, New England Home, Residential Architect, Design New England, and Builder Magazine.
South Carolina
Howell Builders
1011 Bay St. Suite #302 Beaufort, SC 29902
Howell Builders specializes in turning its client’s visions into reality. The company has a great appreciation of fine old homes and uses this admiration to strengthen its core values of providing long-lasting and beautiful results. Allan Howell, company principal, has years of experience involving old homes. This experience has greatly influenced his perspective in construction and has resulted in his expertise in both traditional and contemporary designs. Howell Builders has worked on different home styles from traditional and craftsman homes to contemporary residences.
In 2018, the company completed the Berkeley Hall Residence in collaboration with Frederick + Frederick Architects. The magnificent home features a double-sided fireplace, white king post truss in the living room, and glass windows and doors that give view to the beautiful pool area.
South Dakota
Deffenbaugh Homes
4301 W 57th St. #110b, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Deffenbaugh Homes is a top-rated custom home builder serving Sioux Falls and its surrounding areas. In 1999, Dudley Deffenbaugh founded the company with a goal to provide clients with quality full-service construction from the initial design phase to completion. The company does this by employing a team of experienced craftsmen and construction experts who have decades of combined industry experience. As one of the area’s leading construction companies, Deffenbaugh Homes prides itself on using high-quality materials to ensure that each project completed will be of utmost standard and that each home is a reflection of each client’s needs, lifestyle, and preference.
In 2017, the company partnered with 4D Design + Consulting for the Oak Hollow home. Featuring mixed exterior siding materials, the impressive contemporary home features stone columns and steel accents for its windows and stair railings. The home also consists of a study room with a fireplace, a family room, and a bar area.
Tennessee
Castle Homes
5214 Maryland Way Suite #102, Brentwood, TN 37027
Alan Looney, company president, has a strong foundation in cost analysis as an industrial engineer. This experience has enabled them to keep projects on schedule and on budget. Under his leadership, Castle Homes has made its mark as one of the most sought-after custom home builders in Nashville, Williamson County, and Middle Tennessee. The firm has also been recognized by various award-giving bodies and has received many accolades including Nashville Scene’s Best of Nashville Readers’ Poll for Best Builder/Developer 2019, 2018 Greater Nashville House & Home First Place Winner 2018, and 2017 HBAMT Parade of Homes “Best Home Technology”, among many others. In 2012, the company earned the coveted Southern Living Custom Builder of the Year award and was the chosen builder for the 2013 national Idea House at Fontanel.
The company is also affiliated with the Southern Living Custom Builder Program, NKBA, Energy Star, USGBC, NAHB, HBA of Tennessee, and is a Certified Green Professional. For over 25 years, Castle Homes has built long-standing relationships with its clients and has earned multiple five-star reviews from satisfied clients.
Texas
Bauhaus Custom Homes
1920 McKinney Ave., 7th Floor, Dallas, TX 75201
Bauhaus Custom Homes is a design-build studio founded by German native Marc Kleinmann in 2007. The firm’s mission is to create timeless spaces that are uniquely designed to cater to each client’s needs on their specific lot. From classic European and mid-century modern home styles to modern and contemporary architectural styles, the Bauhaus team designs and builds high-end spaces and deliver outstanding results. For nine consecutive years, Bauhaus has been named “Best Builder” by D Home Magazine and has made its mark as Dallas’ premier modern luxury design-build firm.
Bauhaus provides an industry-leading design process where each home is designed in a collaborative design environment and presented to each client in a photorealistic 3D and Virtual Reality model. This ensures that each client will not only know exactly what their home will look like before it is built but also helps expedite the budgeting and construction process as every single detail is figured out before dirt is moved. Bauhaus builds in the Dallas-Forth Worth Metroplex and designs residential projects nation-wide.
Utah
Magleby Construction
1816 Prospector Ave. Suite #100, Park City, UT 84060
Magleby Construction’s roots as one of Utah’s leading home builders traces back to 1974. With a persistent dedication to a higher standard of building, company founder, Paul Magleby, was recognized by NAHB as Custom Builder of the Year in 2007 and was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Utah Home Builders Association. Today, Magleby Construction is a nationally-acclaimed luxury custom home building company that specializes in estate home construction, remodeling, property services, and has a number of vertically integrated trades. With over 250 team members who are all dedicated to building excellence, Magleby Construction partners with renowned architects, interior designers, and landscape architects for cohesive and predictable results.
The company is now headed by Chad Magleby, son of founder Paul Magleby. Under his leadership, the company has continued its legacy as a family-owned business and nationally-awarded firm. Holding a degree in Construction Management, Chad is an NAHB Certified Green Professional, NAHB Certified Graduate Builder, and is on the BYU Construction Management Advisory Board.
Vermont
Donald P. Blake, Jr. Inc.
59 Old Creamery Rd., Unit 1 Morrisville, VT 05661
Donald P. Blake Jr. has been offering home and business owners throughout Lamoille County with reliable contracting services since 1985. With over 40 years of construction experience, company founder Donald Blake and his long time partner Travis Cutler have established a strong reputation in the local construction market.. The company ensures clients that each project would be given the full attention that it deserves throughout the entire construction process and that each client is satisfied with the results. This dedication to excellent service has earned the company multiple awards and recognition from publications such as Stowe Reporter, New England Home, Stowe Guide & Magazine, and Design New England.
One of the company’s noteworthy projects is this Lakeside Contemporary home. The home features a stone siding exterior, with massive windows. Perched on top of a low rocky formation overlooking the lake, the home’s exterior design complements the home’s strategic location. Other features of the home include wood ceiling planks, stone flooring, and an infinity pool.
Virginia
TriCrest Homes
P.O. Box 6052, McLean, VA 22106
Headquartered in McLean, TriCrest Homes excels not just in building custom luxury homes but works of art. The company specializes in blending modern design and exceptional craftsmanship through forming collaborative and trusting relationships with its clients. TriCrest Homes creates one-of-a-kind living spaces featuring open spaces, natural light, and rich architectural details seamlessly crafted. For the past decade, TriCrest Homes has built a brand of remarkably well-built homes and has formed strong relationships with its discerning clients.
Among its portfolio of stunning projects is this Warm Contemporary Custom Home located in McLean. TriCrest Homes built this beautiful home before having a buyer—a rare case for the company. This home served as the launching point of the company’s well-known and widely-recognized collection of luxury contemporary homes.
Washington
Estes Builders
259003 Hwy. 101, Sequim, WA 98382
Estes Builders is a nationally-recognized custom home builder founded by Kevin Estes. Estes started the company as a one-man operation in 1989, and in its three decades of building in the area, Estes has formed a team of highly skilled subcontractors and has completed over 500 custom homes. The company takes pride in its small and loyal team of expert builders who have helped the company earn multiple prestigious awards for their exceptional craftsmanship.
Among these awards include being recognized as America’s Best Builder–an award given by Builder Magazine for prestigious home builders who demonstrate high levels of performance in all areas of operation. Other prominent awards received by the company include the National Housing Quality Gold Award and Best in Class for Customer Satisfaction. The company is also accredited with NAHB, Kitsap Builders Association, North Peninsula Building Association, and is an NAHB Certified Graduate Builder.
West Virginia
Carl Petty Associates
4000 Albemarle St. NW Suite #302, Washington, DC 20016
Carl Petty Associates has constantly delivered on its promise of providing clients with top quality home construction services for its clients. Through close collaboration between the company, the architect, and the owner, Carl Petty Associates has delivered high-quality workmanship and a smooth construction experience to each client. The company holds multiple licenses and serves clients throughout Montgomery, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, Washington, D.C, Fairfax, and Westchester.
Carl Petty Associates’ wide-ranging portfolio features a variety of home styles from craftsman to contemporary architecture. One of its most impressive projects is the Hawk’s Nest in Falling Waters, West Virginia. In a joint venture with Wiedemann Architects, the company completed this magnificent contemporary home/studio. The home is designed for a sculptor from Paris who was drawn to the unique site, with breathtaking views of the Potomac River. Among the unique features of the project include dark concrete floors with radiant floor heating, as well as its one-of-a-kind design which allows maximum views of the landscape. This project received the AIA Maryland Honor Award 2016 and was featured in Home and Design Spring 2017.
Wisconsin
Clark Design Build
P.O. Box 697, Mequon, Wisconsin 53092
Based in Mequon, Clark Design Build is one of Milwaukee’s top home building and remodeling companies. The firm is a State Certified General Contractor residential design-build firm specializing in custom home construction and high-end remodeling projects. Jacob Clark, company owner and principal designer, has years of experience in residential design and construction. Clark holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and earned his master’s degree in Architecture from the New School of Architecture and Design in San Diego. He founded Clark Design Build, LLC in 2005 and since then, the company has transitioned from a design firm into one of the area’s leading design-build firms.
The Glen Cove Residence is located on one-acre land near the banks of Milwaukee River in Mequon. This project features a contemporary home style using traditional building materials. Featuring three bedrooms and three and a half baths, this home features an energy-efficient roof system as well as modern amenities, for roughly the same price clients would pay for a traditional-style home.
Wyoming
Teton Heritage Builders
P.O. Box 4819, Jackson Hole, WY 83001
Teton Heritage Builders crafts high-quality luxurious homes by seamlessly incorporating design elements and materials in each home. The firm has constructed homes that reflect the character of its surroundings and has proven its expertise in creating handcrafted custom homes since 1996. As an innovative full-service builder in Jackson Hole, Teton Heritage Builders has built a strong portfolio of exceptional homes and has expanded its services as a regional general contractor with offices in Jackson Hole and Bozeman, Montana. Many of Teton’s beautiful projects have caught the attention of various publications including the Mountain Living, Big Sky Journal, Western Home Journal, Teton Home and Living, Home and Architectural Trends, and more.
One of these stunning projects is the Snake River Lodge, which received the Mountain Living 2018 Home of the Year Award. Located in Jackson, this top-of-the-line contemporary home features five bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Designed by Carney Logan Burke, the 6,407-square-foot property features a mixed exterior siding made of barn wood, limestone, copper. This magnificent property was also featured in Curbed.
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