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address: "Hickory, North Carolina 28601, United States"
latitude: 35.7576
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phone: "(828) 638-2900"
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rating: 5
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# Cornerstone Home Designs, LLC

Original Houzz profile: [Cornerstone Home Designs, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/cornerstone-home-designs-llc-pfvwus-pf~1510745386)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Hickory, NC
- **Serves:** Asheville, Mooresville, Hickory, Statesville, Lenoir, Boone, Morganton, Newton, Saint Stephens, Conover, Brevard, Mills River, Sawmills, Granite Falls, Longview, Valdese, Hudson, Bethlehem, Wilkesboro, Mountain View, Denver, Taylorsville, Hildebran, Icard, Northlakes, Blowing Rock, Rhodhiss, Brookford
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (12 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2023), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 25 Ideabook Saves

Residential design firm.  Cornerstone Home Designs takes great pride in not being a production plan shop.  It's a very involved venture for both Joel Davis and the client. Being thorough, asking lots of questions, and seeing through issues on the design make the building process that much pleasurable.  Cornerstone Home Designs has your interests as priority, getting you the house you desire that fits within your budget.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- Home Additions
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Green Building
- Bathroom Design
- Guesthouse Design & Construction
- Universal Design
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Drafting
- Garage Design
- Construction Drawings

### Areas Served

- Asheville
- Mooresville
- Hickory
- Statesville
- Lenoir
- Boone
- Morganton
- Newton
- Saint Stephens
- Conover
- Brevard
- Mills River
- Sawmills
- Granite Falls
- Longview
- Valdese
- Hudson
- Bethlehem
- Wilkesboro
- Mountain View
- Denver
- Taylorsville
- Hildebran
- Icard
- Northlakes
- Blowing Rock
- Rhodhiss
- Brookford

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Cornerstone Home Designs, LLC |
| Address | Hickory, North Carolina 28601, United States |
| Phone | (828) 638-2900 |
| Website | http://www.nchomedesign.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 59 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Cornerstone Home Designs, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/cornerstone-home-designs-llc-pfvwus-pf~1510745386)
- **Website:** http://www.nchomedesign.com
- **Phone:** (828) 638-2900

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Best of Houzz winner

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2023), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 12 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 5.0
- Communication: 5.0
- Value: 5.0

### All 12 reviews

**★★★★★ — HU-692372654, Jan. 2023**

> Joel was awesome to work with. I told him what I wanted in my house and he drew the plans to fit my needs. Turn around was quick and exactly what I wanted.

**★★★★★ — ruth\_in\_sc, Oct. 2022**

> We worked closely with Cornerstone Home Designs to get a design that was practical and suited us. We got exactly what we asked for and needed. We wanted a plan that would allow us to live completely on one level (as we age), but with guest rooms that could be closed off when not in use.  As the design evolved, we also incorporated a laundry room that can be accessed from the hall or through our master bath, super convenient for empty-nesters! We have tons of flexible spaces (lower rec room and storage, upper loft area) that we can use as we wish, but future owners can easily transition to their needs. The design takes full advantage of our gorgeous lot and views, with plenty of outside space. Our floor plan suits us beautifully and we love the finished product!

**★★★★★ — Paul & Gina Lingle, Oct. 2022**

> When we started working with Joel at Cornerstone Home Designs, we had an idea of what we wanted and he was considerate of that while guiding us in the right direction. His willingness to incorporate what we wanted together with his creative ideas and structural knowledge led us to our dream home. Joel was also attentive to how our home design "fit" into our lot... both matching the environment and the positioning of our home for optimum energy efficiency and for our view... he's a pro! We are very well-pleased with every step of the process and give our highest recommendation to the Cornerstone team.

**★★★★★ — Jill Fox, July 2017**

> Joel Davis of Cornerstone Designs, spent quality time with my husband and I by sketching and re-drawing plans for us to envision our future dream home. He was great with input when we were uncertain. I was particularly pleased with his idea of design to our open floor plan. His living, dining and kitchen area design with broad arches openings added much character to the design of our home. I highly recommend Joel Davis as a home designer because of his creativity, easiness to work with and promptness of his work.
> J. Fox

**★★★★★ — dsmckeel, Sept. 2016**

> Joel Davis of Cornerstone Home Design was a pleasure to work with.  He listened thoroughly, asked many good questions, and provided thoughtful and honest opinions when asked.  He was on time with the various steps and work flow.  His product was thorough and was easily understood by contractors and others who needed the various designs and drawings.  He understood what we were asking for and was able to translate our hand drawings and verbal descriptions into a detailed design and floor plan.   He welcomed questions and what if changes to the plans.
>
> Doug and Janice

**★★★★★ — lrburris3, Aug. 2016**

> My name is Ray Burris.  I am a structural engineer licensed to practice in North Carolina.  I have 34 years experience as an engineer.  I am very pleased to recommend Cornerstone Home Designs for residential new construction or renovation projects.  I find Cornerstone Home Designs to be very competent, experienced, knowledgeable, and thorough in preparation of good project drawings.

**★★★★★ — Jamie Harrington, Aug. 2016**

> I have known and worked with Joel Davis for many years and have found him to be a true professional as well as an excellent designer.  He is creative and works hard to accommodate his clients.  I recommend Joel without reservation.

**★★★★★ — Amy Hester, Aug. 2016**

> Cornerstone Home Design worked with my builder and a floor plan my husband and I composed, along with several design ideas we had found on Houzz to give us our amazing dream house. Joel totally understood what we were envisioning and he got it spot-on! His use of angles, visual proportions and attention to details was perfection.

**★★★★★ — quinn41906, Aug. 2016**

> Working with Cornerstone Home Designs, LLC, has been a wonderful experience from the very beginning. After meeting with several other designers, my husband and I decided to proceed with Joel Davis as he was the most thorough and took ample time to fully understand what we really wanted in and out of our new home.  He also adhered to budget parameters and designed a house that not only met the functional needs of our family but was also financially feasible to construct.  Joel made it a point to visit the site at various construction phases to help tweak ideas and offer professional advice along the way.  I highly recommend his services for anyone deciding to build a new home.

**★★★★★ — Todd Fox, Aug. 2016**

> Working with Mr. Davis has always been a good experience. Joel is professional and courteous while he provides great ideas for his clients.
> I have worked with and will continue to work with him where our clients path cross.

**★★★★★ — steve2625, Aug. 2016**

> Joel did a great job taking our ideas for our new house and bringing them all together for our dream house.  He's a very talented architect and a great person to work with.  As a electrical contractor I have installed the electrical systems on several residences which he has deisigned and I am always amazed at what Joel designs.

**★★★★★ — True Craft Builders Inc, Aug. 2016**

> Great company to work with and great quality service. We really enjoy working with this company. Joel is excellent architect that has design several of our custom homes.

## Selected projects

- [Boykin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boykin-pj-vj~6369598)
  - Location: Lincolnton, NC
  - Photos: 9
- [Utsuwodi](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/utsuwodi-pj-vj~2213301)
  - Location: Brevard, NC
  - Photos: 4
- [Greenhill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenhill-pj-vj~1490963)
  - Location: Blowing Rock, NC
  - Photos: 16
- [Connestee Falls 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/connestee-falls-2-pj-vj~562712)
  - Location: Brevard, NC
  - Photos: 3
- [Connestee Falls 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/connestee-falls-1-pj-vj~562624)
  - Location: Brevard, NC
  - Photos: 4
- [Quinn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/quinn-pj-vj~2211015)
  - Location: Mountain View, NC
  - Photos: 11
- [Cross](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cross-pj-vj~6369616)
  - Location: Catawba, NC
  - Photos: 5
- [Fox](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fox-pj-vj~562695)
  - Location: Hiddenite, NC
  - Photos: 4
- [Holder](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/holder-pj-vj~562663)
  - Location: Granite Falls, NC
  - Photos: 6
- [The Bentley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-bentley-pj-vj~562644)
  - Location: Township of Taylorsville, NC
  - Photos: 8
- [Jackson](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jackson-pj-vj~2388360)
  - Location: Mooresville, NC
  - Photos: 2

[See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/cornerstone-home-designs-llc-pfvwus-pf~1510745386)

## Ideabooks

- [exteriors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68613098/list/exteriors) — 12 ideas
- [bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68771515/list/bedrooms) — 4 ideas
- [outdoor ammenities](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/69774241/list/outdoor-ammenities) — 2 ideas
- [Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49667534/list/landscape) — 1 idea

[See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/designerdavis)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*