--- title: "Red House Building — Home Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/red-house-building-pfvwus-pf~1418162861 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1418162861.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Red House Building" category: ["Home Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b973890b014793f8_2861-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "382 Hercules Dr. Ste 5 & 6, Colchester, Vermont 05446, United States" latitude: 44.536 longitude: -73.2022 phone: "(802) 373-0281" website: http://redhousebuilding.com rating: 5 review_count: 35 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 186 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Red House Building Original Houzz profile: [Red House Building](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/red-house-building-pfvwus-pf~1418162861) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Builders - **Location:** Colchester, VT - **Serves:** Burlington, Essex, South Burlington, Colchester, Milton, Essex Junction, Williston, Winooski, Shelburne, Middlebury (village), Waterbury, Stowe, Jericho, Hinesburg, Richmond, Charlotte, Bristol, Underhill, Ferrisburgh, Grand Isle, Waitsfield, North Ferrisburgh, Addison, North Hero, Huntington, West Milton, South Hero, Westford, Underhill Center, Cornwall, Jonesville, Lake George, Lincoln, Panton, Weybridge - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (35 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Eco-friendly Red House is a full-service, employee-owned building company located in Vermont's Champlain Valley. We specialize in custom residential construction, renovation, and historic restoration. With an emphasis on quality and craftsmanship, Red House excels at meeting the unique needs of their clients. Red House has a diverse staff of dedicated employees including a full-service woodworking shop and a dedicated Home Services division. With a crew of approximately 30 full-time employees we have the capacity to take on large projects as well as service multiple smaller projects. Most projects are generally within a 1.5 hour radius of Burlington. ### Services Provided - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Remodeling - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Energy-Efficient Homes - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Green Building - Project Management - Pool House Design & Construction - Garage Building - Home Restoration - House Framing - Sustainable Design - General Contracting - Bathroom Remodeling - Custom Home Bars - Kitchen Remodeling - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Porch Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Custom Cabinets - Fireplace Installation - Shed Design & Construction - Wine Cellar Installation ### Areas Served - Burlington - Essex - South Burlington - Colchester - Milton - Essex Junction - Williston - Winooski - Shelburne - Middlebury (village) - Waterbury - Stowe - Jericho - Hinesburg - Richmond - Charlotte - Bristol - Underhill - Ferrisburgh - Grand Isle - Waitsfield - North Ferrisburgh - Addison - North Hero - Huntington - West Milton - South Hero - Westford - Underhill Center - Cornwall - Jonesville - Lake George - Lincoln - Panton - Weybridge ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 10,000,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Red House Building | | Address | 382 Hercules Dr. Ste 5 & 6, Colchester, Vermont 05446, United States | | Phone | (802) 373-0281 | | Website | http://redhousebuilding.com | | Followers on Houzz | 186 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/RedHouseBuilding - Blog — redhousebuilding.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Red House Building](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/red-house-building-pfvwus-pf~1418162861) - **Website:** http://redhousebuilding.com - **Phone:** (802) 373-0281 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - LEED-Certified homes (including Platinum) - Energy Star contractor - Appearances in national building publications - Multiple awards through the Home Builder's Association of Northern Vermont - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2015–2025), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 35 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Sara Farley, March 2019** > After interviewing several companies, we selected Red House to work with us and our architect to build our new home. The process was transparent, all employees and their subs were incredibly professional, and the work and craftsmanship of the finished product are impeccable. We couldn't be happier with our choice of builder. **★★★★★ — HU-46388744, March 2019** > Red House is a great, full service, custom home building company. I have worked with them as both a client and as a home designer for others. In both cases, they have been excellent to work with. I would recommend them without any hesitation. **★★★★★ — Rick, Feb. 2019** > Great service, done on time, at a very fair price. Quality! (Houzz says I need to use at least 20 words. There. Done.) **★★★★★ — Al and Candace Staton, Oct. 2017** > Red House did a terrific job remodeling our home in Colchester, VT. The Red House team was professional, knowledgeable and friendly and worked easily with the architect and us to solve a number of remodeling puzzles. The cost of the project was tracked with great care: we were given a detailed cost estimate before the project began and detailed updates whenever changes occurred. Work proceeded on schedule, apart from a couple of weather delays, and we always knew where we stood from the weekly schedule updates we were provided. When questions arose, we found the Red House team to be good listeners and thoughtful problem-solvers, and we were pleased that (unlike some contractors we have worked with), they remained on task until the last item on the punch list was completed. Best of all, in our view, was the quality of the workmanship, which was generally superb and in some cases (particularly the carpentry) truly exquisite. We are very happy in our home and would recommend Red House without any hesitation, particularly to owners who care about craftsmanship and detail. **★★★★★ — Andrew Gilmer, Oct. 2017** > I had the pleasure of working with Red House in 2016 after contracting them to build our dream home in Jericho, VT. From our initial concept meeting, where I described my priorities for a small energy efficient home; to the last day of construction the Red House team was fantastic to work with. They are efficient and thorough, they keep a clean and organized site and have a wonderful relationship with all their sub-contractors, they communicate often and effectively, but most importantly they approach every task as craftsmen who exercise care and attention to detail in order to build a robust and beautiful home. Their pride in workmanship is evident at every stage of building, from rough framing to finish work. > > Since we moved in, we have had multiple requests for home tours by people who are interested in building their own dream home. During these encounters I can’t say enough good things about Red House and their team. In the end they finished my home ahead of schedule and under budget, but more importantly they built my family a home that we love and want to pass down to our children and future grandchildren. **★★★★★ — Gisela Alpert, Oct. 2017** > Red House Building has provided construction services to us for over 5 years. Projects ranged from constructing an in-ground gunite pool with patio, outdoor kitchen facilities, and fire pit to an 80 x 80 x 24 steel framed airplane hangar plus car facility. Reflecting on all the projects completed to date, I have nothing but praise for the men and women representing Red House. And especially important, they stand behind their work. A Red House warranty guarantees satisfaction long after the original scope of work is completed. In summary: highly recommended! **★★★★★ — Stephen Donahue, Oct. 2017** > We hired Red House to help with the renovation of our summer camp on Lake Champlain. The project, new outbuilding and kitchen, was split into two phases given budget constraints. Red House was an excellent partner and a firm I would highly recommend. They were honest, transparent, and easy to work with. Most importantly, they did first-rate work. It would be an honor to work with them again. **★★★★★ — JB Sugar, Oct. 2017** > Great service and team - we have used them for everything from minor repairs to major renovations. > > Excellent eye for detail. > > Keep to timeline and budget very well. **★★★★★ — Craig Wickersham, Oct. 2017** > Being a successful architect means partnering with a good construction team. That said, I've been lucky to work with Chris and Dunbar of Red House. We shared a complex project with a large number of unusual factors, the success of which was dependent on their daily and diligent shepherding of each work phase. Both the clients and myself were greatly pleased in all aspects of the process: money management, acquisition, fabrication, installation, option provision, even landscaping and cleanliness! Highly recommended. **★★★★★ — Stefanie Waite, Oct. 2017** > Red House consistently exceeded our expectations throughout three major building projects. During every phase of each project--designing, planning, budgeting, building and finishing touches--the crew listened attentively, addressed concerns, creatively solved problems and made sure every aspect of the project was done exceptionally well and within budget. Communication every step of the way was excellent, and everyone on the team was highly professional. **★★★★★ — Katie B, Oct. 2017** > Chris and his team were extremely helpful and efficient, assisting us with renovating our home. They aided us with design ideas all the way to picking out fixtures and knobs that resulted in a high quality re do of our kitchen, bathrooms, new bedroom and cosmetic uplift to the rest our home. The project was on time and pricing was consistent with our initial discussions. We would absolutely use them again and highly recommend them to all. **★★★★★ — Simpson Cabinetry, June 2016** > We have been working with Red House Building for many years and have the utmost respect for their crew, their leadership, and their workmanship. They have a great team of project managers and craftsmen who make renovation and new construction projects run smoothly and successfully. ## Selected projects - [Mad River View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mad-river-view-pj-vj~6193470) - Location: Waitsfield, VT - Photos: 44 - Description: This 4,500 sq. ft. house site is perched with breathtaking westerly views to the slopes of Mad River Glen and Green Mountains. The exterior palette is composed of Japanese Shou Sugi Ban siding, board form concrete and natural Hemlock ceilings. The interior is a combination of bright soaring rooms, private cozy retreat spaces and modern-minimalism. The large European windows and doors along with the continuous wood ceilings to the exterior mend the indoor and outdoor living experience. The Mad Ri… - [Stowe Mountain Ski Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stowe-mountain-ski-cottage-pj-vj~6193572) - Location: Stowe, VT - Photos: 18 - Description: This mountain cottage was designed to accommodate two Burlington-area families, who found themselves traveling most weekends to Stowe during the winter ski season. Anchored into a wooded hillside only minutes from the ski mountain, the house features a large common-area great room and kitchen. The wood stove and radiant heat floors keep the space cozy, on even the coldest mountain nights. There are master suites on both levels and a kids’ bunk room on the lower level. Wood walls warm the interio… - [Cornwall Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cornwall-contemporary-pj-vj~2727711) - Location: Cornwall, VT - Photos: 36 - Description: A modern addition to country family retreat overlooking the Green Mountains. Designed to complement the existing structures, while exhibiting state-of-the-art modern living features and materials. Approximately 4000 sf of space plus a spectacular roof-top living area that includes gardens, outdoor kitchen, and fireplace. The exterior composition includes Champlain Fleury masonry veneer combined with a European fiberglass reinforced panel, rain screen siding and extensive use of traditional Japan… - [Transitional Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-lake-house-pj-vj~2726221) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 12 - Description: This was a full-gut renovation of nearly 6000 SF of space on a prominent lakefront point on Lake Champlain for a family looking to reestablish their long-time Vermont roots. Red House worked with the clients and the design team which included designers from Arizona, Minnesota, and Vermont to create a very comfortable, fresh and bright home with traditional and modern transitional features. The proximity to the waterfront and existing building parameters created for challenging design and constru… - [Mad River Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mad-river-cottage-pj-vj~2841980) - Location: Waitsfield, VT - Photos: 20 - Description: Architect: Elizabeth Herrmann Photos: Susan Teare This 1100 sf 3-bedroom cottage in the Mad River valley was designed by architect Elizabeth Herrmann for a family of four who dreamed of downsizing and reducing energy consumption. Sited on an east-facing slope with view over the Mad River, the little black house features a standing seam roof, triple-glazed windows from Alpen, and a high-performing insulation package. A small Morso woodstove provides heat in the winter. A single Mitsubishi heat pu… - [Lakeshore Estate Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeshore-estate-addition-pj-vj~2697825) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 23 - Description: Addition and renovation to lakeshore estate in Charlotte. Addition includes new octagonal office wing, kitchen and bedroom wing, loft study area and recreational room with climbing wall and slide - [Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~2697758) - Location: Addison, VT - Photos: 6 - Description: Newly constructed modern- farmhouse style with sweeping views of the Green Mountains and Champlain Valley. Approximately 6000 square feet of living space with fantastic entertaining spaces, professional grade kitchen, and perfectly private guest suites. - [Burlington Lakeside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/burlington-lakeside-pj-vj~195592) - Location: Burlington, VT - Photos: 16 - Description: New, shingle-style home on Burlington's New North End waterfront. This home features generous overhanging eaves and large, lakeside patios with a contemporary interior. High-performing, 5-Star plus Energy Star rating. - [High-Performance Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/high-performance-modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~2828961) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 24 - Description: This is a 2800 square foot high-performing house is designed for future attached garage and office. We call this a Near-Zero home because of the overall energy efficiency. A supplemental high-efficiency Stuv woodstove provides a substantial amount of the total heating requirements. Design features include super-insulated building envelope, triple-glazed windows and doors and geothermal heating and cooling. The future addition of roof-top solar on house and garage will yield the house a Net-Zero… - [Country Retirement House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/country-retirement-house-pj-vj~2848884) - Location: Cornwall, VT - Photos: 16 - Description: This 2100 square foot shingle style exterior with craftsman touches was designed to achieve near net zero energy use. The 3kW roof-mounted solar array offsets the heating and cooling via the super-efficient electric heat pumps from Mitsubishi. A heat pump hot water heater completes the fossil-fuel-free package. The house achieved a 5-Star Energy rating from Energy Star Homes. Features include a standing seam roof with solar array and timbered porch, a great room with dining nook, 3 bedrooms, 2 b… - [Weybridge Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/weybridge-renovation-pj-vj~366684) - Location: Weybridge, VT - Photos: 19 - [Shelburne Point Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shelburne-point-residence-pj-vj~195650) - Location: Shelburne, VT - Photos: 15 - Description: Extensive renovations and additions to a shingle-style lakefront residence. - [Malletts Bay Waterfront House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/malletts-bay-waterfront-house-pj-vj~787985) - Location: Colchester, VT - Photos: 14 - [Lake Overlook](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-overlook-pj-vj~195509) - Location: South Hero, VT - Photos: 14 - Description: Construction of a lakefront cottage on Lake Champlain's South Hero island. Features super-insulated wall systems, geothermal heating, high-efficiency lighting, locally harvested woods and enduring exterior materials. - [Modern Bed and Bath Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-bed-and-bath-renovation-pj-vj~1535555) - Location: Milton, VT - Photos: 11 - Description: Bedroom and bath renovation, featuring custom bed with back-lit onyx headboard. Architect: Ramsay Gourd Architects Red House is a full-service, employee-owned building company located in Vermont's Champlain Valley. We specialize in custom residential construction, renovation, and historic restoration. With an emphasis on quality and craftsmanship, Red House excels at meeting the unique needs of their clients. - [South Burlington Upgrade](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/south-burlington-upgrade-pj-vj~1535582) - Location: Burlington, VT - Photos: 17 - Description: Complete remodel of kitchen, family room, office, mudroom, and powder room. Kitchen features cabinets with vertical grain fir with pickling stain and Caesarstone tops. Architect: Brad Rabinowitiz Architect. Cabinetry: Stark Mountain Woodworking (kitchen) and Red House (mudroom). Photos: Jeremy Gantz - [Contemporary Lakefront](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-lakefront-pj-vj~195488) - Location: Charlotte, VT - Photos: 9 - Description: New construction of contemporary lakefront house, featuring exposed structural steel and a super-insulated wall construction. - [Gull Bay, Lake George](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gull-bay-lake-george-pj-vj~1535475) - Location: Lake George, NY - Photos: 25 - Description: Extensive landscaping and renovation to existing lake getaway. Architect: Shawn F. Leonard, S. Hampton, NY. Landscape Architect: TJ Boyle & Associates, Burlington, VT - [Contemporary Guest Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-guest-cottage-pj-vj~670607) - Location: Burlington, VT - Photos: 11 - Description: Lake Champlain 600 square foot lakeside guest cottage with radiant concrete floors, corten and cedar siding, Integrity windows and doors, and bluestone patio.” - [Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-living-pj-vj~338323) - Location: Milton, VT - Photos: 24 [See all 32 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/red-house-building-pfvwus-pf~1418162861) ## Community Q&A **Q: Which brand of cabinets are used here? They look like wood grain foil.** *(in Photo Questions)* A: These were made by Cookshire Cabinet Co. in Quebec, and they are “Grey Obechie Natural Veneer”. We purchased them through Country Home Center in Morrisville, VT. **Q: Where can you purchase the counter stools?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Sorry- we're not sure, as these were furnished by the client. **Q: Hi. Can you give me information about the fence? What type if wood did** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Red Cedar **Q: Windows** *(in Photo Questions)* Are the bottom story sliders or bi folds? Are the top story windows fixed? A: They are sliding doors. Second floor windows are operable casements. **Q: Can we purchase the plans for this home?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Please contact us directly regarding this inquiry. Thanks. **Q: Details** *(in Photo Questions)* How many square feet is this. Do you have pictures inside ? A: Approximately 1900 SF. No interior photos as of yet. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*