Discovery & Design.
We start your custom home journey by sitting down together to discuss your needs, ideas, and budget. Our team guides you through every decision, from selecting an architect to planning layouts and choosing materials that match your vision and style.
Initial Meeting: First Steps
Your experience begins with a personal introduction. We take the time to understand your goals, lifestyle, and wish list for your new home. This first meeting is your chance to ask questions and share your ideas. We’ll walk you through important details like estimated budget, ideal home size, and the features that matter most to you.
Design Phase: Shaping Your Vision
Once we know what you’re looking for, we connect you with a leading local architect to design a home that reflects your needs and preferences. After the initial plans are created, our team works alongside you to select colors, finishes, and materials that fit your style and your investment goals. These early choices help us prepare an accurate estimate for your custom home in Grand Rapids or West Michigan.
What our clients are saying:
“Nathan’s architectural vision brought our dream to life—blending beauty, function, and innovation in every space. His thoughtful designs made the most of our layout, making it both practical and stunning. Carly’s design expertise was the finishing touch. She effortlessly translated our style into colors, textures, and details that made the house feel like home from the start. Every choice felt intentional, personal, and truly us.” – Mandy Becker
“Troy was the only one that seemed to take my inquiries and interest seriously… he remembered my name at each Parade I visited and followed up quickly once we decided to build.”
– Peter & Emily Rahrig
Bid & Timeline.
After your custom home plans and selections are complete, we share your specifications with our trusted network of suppliers and skilled tradespeople. This ensures you receive quality work and competitive pricing from professionals we know and rely on.
Bid Phase: Understanding the Numbers
With your design in place and material choices made, we prepare a detailed bid based on your specific plans. Our longstanding relationships with local suppliers and trades allow us to offer both high standards and fair, transparent pricing.
Presentation of the Proposal: What Happens Next
Once the bids are in, we present a clear financial outline for your home, along with a projected construction timeline. We review your specification sheet together so you know exactly what’s included in your price and where any allowances may apply. Our goal is to keep you fully informed, with a tentative schedule to guide decisions and keep your project on track from start to finish.
What our clients are saying:
“Rob was there every step of the way throughout the build to ensure things were done properly and on time.”
– Peter & Emily Rahrig
“They were on time and often under budget on most of the items. There was a trust relationship that bonded our experience over the months. Celebrity made recommendations that were solid. I wish I had followed more of them.”
– Frank Speyers
Contract & Construction.
Once you’re ready to move forward, we meet to review your contract and purchase agreement. We answer all your questions, discuss your construction flow chart, and walk through your home warranty in detail so you know exactly what to expect.
Contract Signing: Let’s Make a Deal
We’re honored to partner with you for your new home. Before we start building, we make sure everything is clear—your agreement, your schedule, and your questions. We provide a detailed construction flow chart, so you can follow each step and know when key decisions will need to be made.
Construction Phase: Taking Shape
With everything in place, construction begins. The work moves forward efficiently thanks to all the planning completed in earlier steps. We encourage you to check in often, attend scheduled site meetings, and stay involved as your home takes shape. Our team keeps you updated and makes sure the process remains smooth and enjoyable.
Pre-closing Meeting: Welcome Home
As your new home is completed, we will guide you through a thorough orientation. You’ll receive a home instruction binder filled with information on caring for your new space and its features. We review your warranty and answer any last questions, making sure you feel confident and excited to move in.
What our clients are saying:
“Rob and Troy are the kind of hardworking, trustworthy, and reliable people that we sought to partner with... They made the process much more stress free.”
– Kurt & Laura Ashack
Closing & Warranty.
After construction is complete, we walk you through every detail of your new home. We discuss maintenance tips, answer your questions, and make sure you feel confident in caring for your space. At this time, we also review your home warranty, so you know exactly what is covered.
360 Day Check-up: Checking In
Customer satisfaction is our priority. Before your first year is up, we will reach out to schedule a follow-up. If any warranty-covered issues have come up, our team resolves them quickly and with as little disruption to your life as possible.
Warranty
We stand behind our work. Your home is protected by a comprehensive warranty, reflecting our dedication to quality and our reputation as one of West Michigan’s most trusted builders.
Free Site Eval
The right land is the foundation for every great home. If you’re searching for a lot in Grand Rapids or nearby, let’s meet on-site to discuss your vision and see what’s possible. Contact us today to schedule a free site evaluation and begin your home-building journey.
