ELK RIDGE CUSTOM HOMES | DESIGN + BUILD
EST. 2003
Exceptional Designs + Exceptional Construction + Exceptional Value = No-Brainer!
Design
Our award-winning design team's approach to creating homes that are both visually stunning and functionally exceptional begins with truly understanding how you want to live in your home. We consider everything from your everyday routines to your seasonal entertaining needs and everything in-between, ensuring every aspect of your lifestyle is reflected in the design. With this in mind, we craft floor plans that seamlessly integrate your requirements with a focus on comfort, tranquility, and optimal functionality. Through careful attention to natural light, spatial flow, and a harmonious balance of interconnected spaces, we create an environment that enhances both aesthetic appeal and livability.
Every home we design starts with a blank slate, giving us the freedom to create without limits when it comes to style, features, layouts, or configurations. This flexibility allows us to tailor each design to the unique needs and preferences of our clients. Whether you're a family with young children, empty nesters who love to entertain (or prefer a more private retreat), a multi-generational household, someone needing ADA accessibility, or planning for a home that supports aging in place, we specialize in designing homes that fit every lifestyle and stage of life.
Many so-called "custom home builders" in our area are actually semi-custom builders who offer a limited selection of pre-designed floor plans that can be slightly modified. Unlike these builders, we design every home from the ground up, tailoring each detail to meet the specific needs of our clients. If you've ever walked through a home and wondered, "Why is this beautiful picture window facing directly into a neighbor's house?", you’ll understand the difference. Don’t settle for a cookie-cutter floor plan designed for someone else’s lot or family. We create homes with layouts and styles that are perfectly suited to your family, maximizing the potential of your property’s topography, views, and natural surroundings.
In addition to architectural design, our team handles every detail of the finish selections to complement your home’s overall aesthetic. This includes choosing colors, textures, fixtures, flooring, wall coverings, cabinetry, countertops, doors and trim, ceiling treatments, built-ins, and even furniture and space planning. This thorough, integrated approach ensures a cohesive design vision throughout your home and is part of our D&E package. While we stay current with the latest design trends, our primary goal is to create timeless, enduring designs that will always feel relevant and fresh—without being dictated by trends that may quickly fade.
Build
When people walk through one of our homes, we often hear comments like, “The fit and finish are flawless,” or “This house just feels amazing.” The reason our homes stand out is simple: we are perfectionists. Every day, we meticulously oversee every aspect of each project to ensure it meets our exacting standards. Our commitment to quality is also reflected in our choice of materials—what we consider standard features are often upgrades for other builders. We combine old-world craftsmanship with modern building science and the highest-quality materials to create homes that are not only beautiful but also safe, durable, energy-efficient, and built to last. We pride ourselves on going above and beyond in every area of construction because it’s the attention to the smallest details that makes a house truly exceptional.
Unlike other builders who offer standard packages and upgrades, our "baseline" standards are driven by our unwavering commitment to creating homes with zero compromises. Here are just a few of our building practices that set us apart from the competition:
High-end windows (Anderson, Pella, Marvin, or European)
100% Closed-cell spray foam insulation
Over-sized floor joists or trusses with Advantech subflooring
Top of the line mechanical equipment (highest efficiency available)
4000psi rebar reinforced concrete flatwork interior and exterior
10’ basement ceilings, 10’ (minimum) main level ceilings, 9’ (minimum) upper-level ceilings.
Extra deep garages with tall garage doors (can actually fit a large truck)
Stamped concrete decks and patios
Sherwin-Williams Emerald paint interior and exterior
Acrylic stucco over embedded fiberglass mesh in the brown coat
Real stone veneer exterior and interior (no fake stuff)
Minimum 10” fascia and 6” gutters
Solid wood interior trim (even when painted – no MDF)
Solid rail and stile doors
Hand-trowel drywall texture
Custom cabinetry & counter tops
Custom designed and welded wrought iron railing (no fortress)
Commercial grade appliances (Wolf/Sub-Zero, Viking, Thermador, etc.)
Curated high-end fixtures throughout (plumbing, lighting, hardware, etc.)
These are just a few examples of what sets Elk Ridge Custom Homes apart from the competition. When it comes to value and getting the most for your money, there's truly no comparison. On average, our homes are 10%-20% more affordable than those of our competitors—yet offer superior quality and craftsmanship!
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