luxury custom home design | upstate south carolina and western north carolina

Design a Home That Fits Your Land, Your Budget, and How You Live

We help homeowners plan homes that are practical to build, aligned with their budget, and designed for the way they actually live.

Backed by decades of hands-on construction experience.

Most Home Projects Start with Too Many Unknowns

Most homeowners begin with ideas, inspiration photos, or even stock plans. What they don’t have is a clear understanding of what will actually work on their property and within their budget.

That’s where problems begin.

Site constraints, grading, access, and construction costs shape every decision that follows. When these aren’t addressed early, projects stall, budgets drift, and frustration builds.

Most of these issues are predictable when they’re identified early.

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Start with a Clear Plan Before You Commit to Design

A Feasibility Study gives you a clear starting point.

This is where my experience in both design and construction helps identify what others often miss.

We evaluate your property, your goals, and your budget to identify what makes sense before moving into full design. You’ll understand what’s realistic, what needs to be addressed, and how to move forward with confidence.

This step helps prevent costly changes later and keeps your project grounded from the beginning.

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Is This the Right Approach for Your Project?

Not every project requires a fully custom design.

If your goal is the fastest or lowest-cost path to construction, a stock plan or pre-designed option may be a better fit.

But if your property has unique conditions, or you want your home to reflect how you actually live, a more thoughtful approach to planning and design usually leads to a better result.

This Approach is a good fit if:

  • You want your home to fit your property, not be forced onto it
  • You value good design, function, and long-term livability
  • You’re willing to invest time upfront to avoid problems later

a different approach may make more sense if:

  • You’re looking for the quickest path to a permit
  • You’re focused primarily on finding the lowest-cost plans
  • You’re comfortable adapting a pre-designed plan with minimal changes

Selected Work

A collection of custom home designs developed for individual clients and properties.

Each home is designed to fit the property, the budget, and the construction method.

CL FRONT
Cedar Lake Ranch
Equestrian Estate
AV01
Alpine View House
Mountain Residence
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Ravenswood House
Suburban Residence
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Villa Del Sol
Desert Courtyard Residence

Some projects have been built while others represent completed design work awaiting construction.

To maintain consistency across the portfolio, our projects are presented as architectural renderings. Select the button below to view our full portfolio.

Clear Guidance Through a Complex Process

Building or renovating a home involves many moving parts. Clear documentation, coordination with builders, and practical decision-making early in the process help keep the project on track.

Construction Insight


Hands-on experience helps anticipate challenges early and align decisions with real building conditions.

3D BIM Modeling


Three-dimensional models help you understand layout and space before construction begins.

Early Cost Insight


Preliminary material takeoffs provide a clearer picture of cost and help guide decisions before final plans are complete.

Builder-Ready
Plans


Clear drawings support accurate pricing and give builders what they need to move forward with confidence.

Services

We work with homeowners planning new homes, renovations, and outdoor living spaces. Each project begins with early analysis and develops into clear, buildable plans.

Our work is focused in Greenville, the Upstate, and surrounding regions, with select projects nationwide.

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Feasibility Studies

Evaluate site conditions, zoning, access, utilities, and development potential before moving into planning.

This step confirms what is realistic and provides a clear direction forward.

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Custom Home Design

Planning and documentation for new homes, shaped by the property, your goals, and real construction considerations.

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Renovations and Additions

Careful integration of new work with existing structures, improving function, circulation, and long-term usability.

Elegant Brazilian patio with outdoor seating, pool, and modern architecture.

Outdoor Living

Porches, patios, and exterior spaces that extend the home and connect indoor and outdoor living.

The Process

1) Feasibility Study


We evaluate the property, identify any constraints, and thoroughly assess the project goals to confirm a clear direction moving forward.

2) Schematic Design


We create the preliminary floor plans and establish the overall organization of the space.

3) Design Development


We coordinate the overall structure and further develop the layout with greater detail and precision.

4) Cost Estimate


We review material quantities and cost implications before finalizing plans.

5) Construction Documents


We prepare clear drawings for permitting, pricing, and construction.

6) Construction Observation


We remain available during construction to answer questions and help maintain alignment with the design.

Considering A Stock Plan?

Stock plans can be a helpful starting point, but…

The challenge is that they’re not designed for your property, your builder, or how you want to live in the home. Most end up being modified once real-world conditions are considered.

Where That Becomes A Problem

1. The plan doesn’t fit the lot.
2. Changes affect structure and cost.
3. Builders are left to interpret missing details.
4. Decisions get pushed into the construction phase.

How We Help

We help you work through those decisions upfront so the design fits your property, supports accurate pricing, and gives your builder clear direction.