Custom homes built on your lot
From slab or pilings to final paint: new homes in south Houston and the Bay Area, including elevated coastal homes.
Recent new homes
3-storey elevated coastal home, framing to finish
Elevated home with grand front staircase
Custom home interior with double-height living room
What we handle
- Plans: work with your architect, or we bring a designer
- Lot survey, engineering and permits
- Foundation: slab on grade, or pilings for raised homes
- Framing, roofing, windows and siding
- Plumbing, electrical and HVAC by licensed trades
- Interior finishes: drywall, trim, flooring, cabinets, tile and paint
- Final inspections, punch list and handover
Cost per square foot
| Range | What it usually means |
|---|---|
| $120 to $150 per sq ft | Simple shape, standard finishes, slab on grade |
| $150 to $200 per sq ft | Upper mid-grade finishes, more detail, raised or larger homes |
| $200 to $300 per sq ft | Custom design, premium materials, complex structure or tall pilings |
"Upper mid-grade" means quality cabinets, stone counters, porcelain tile and good windows, without paying for luxury brand names.
Building in a flood zone
On the coast, the lowest floor has to sit above the required flood elevation and the structure must meet windstorm rules. See elevated coastal homes.
Warranty
Every new home comes with our workmanship warranty and the implied warranties that apply to new homes under Texas law, with the terms written into your contract. See the warranty page.
Where we do this work
We work across south Houston and the Bay Area, plus 12 Houston neighbourhoods. Friendswood, League City, Pearland, Kemah, Seabrook, Clear Lake, Sugar Land, Houston neighbourhoods.
Questions we get asked
How much does it cost to build a house in south Houston?
Most of our new homes cost $120 to $200 per square foot, and up to about $300 per square foot with premium finishes or complex structures.
Do I need to own the lot?
Yes. We build on your lot. We can look at a lot before you buy it and tell you what it will need.
How long does it take to build a new home?
Usually 7 to 12 months of construction for a custom home, depending on size, design and weather.
Can you build from my own plans?
Yes. We can build from your architect's plans or work with a designer to create them.
Tell us about your project
Sam or the team will call you back within 1 business day to talk it through and book a site visit.
281-326-9719