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address: "PO BOX 341168, Austin, Texas 78734, United States"
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rating: 5
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# Ames Design Build

Original Houzz profile: [Ames Design Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ames-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1670111166)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Serves:** Austin, Spicewood, Bee Cave, Dripping Springs, West Lake Hills, Barton Creek, Hudson Bend, Rollingwood
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Ames Design & Build is a firm with decades of industry expertise. By combining the design process with construction budgeting, we are able to create architecture that is as unique as it is beautiful and functional. By utilizing state-of-the-art technology for building site evaluation, initial home design and accurate budgeting, we bring together key components to create superior estate homes.
 
Since our founding in 1995, we have completed hundreds of custom estate homes in beautiful areas such as; Heritage Estates in Poway, Del Mar, Encinitas, Del Sur, Santa Luz, Rancho Bernardo in San Diego, CA and Barton Creek, Spanish Oaks and Lake Austin in Austin, TX. Our experience and vast portfolio of projects has allowed us to incorporate time-tested qualities that result in superior estates for our customers.
 
Our ability to combine architecture, land,  and construction seamlessly creates homes where generational memories are made.

### Services Provided

- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- House Plans
- Sustainable Design
- Space Planning
- Structural Engineering

### Areas Served

- Austin
- Spicewood
- Bee Cave
- Dripping Springs
- West Lake Hills
- Barton Creek
- Hudson Bend
- Rollingwood

### Typical Job Cost

$1,500,000 - +15,000,000.00

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Ames Design Build |
| Address | PO BOX 341168, Austin, Texas 78734, United States |
| Phone | (512) 688-7565 |
| Website | http://www.amesdesignbuild.com |
| License Number | 747058 |
| Followers on Houzz | 89 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Ames-Design-Build-482856298489196/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Ames Design Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ames-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1670111166)
- **Website:** http://www.amesdesignbuild.com
- **Phone:** (512) 688-7565

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Winner of Street of Dreams in Poway, CA.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — McCullough Design Development, Inc., May 2017**

> We've worked with the Ames Team for over 20 years while designing and building homes in San Diego.  The talent, integrity, and the commitment to quality are readily apparent in all their homes.   The team is highly professional, knowledgeable and makes the build process a fun and enjoyable experience.   We would highly recommend their team and we'd welcome to opportunity to partner with them again.

**★★★★★ — Studio Architects, May 2017**

> Ames Design Build has proven to be a very high quality builder with an exceptional design aesthetic.  They have an appreciation for great architecture, innovative design, and a special focus on comfort and lighting.  They partner with great minds to reach the best results.  I highly recommend their construction services and look forward to working with them on our next project.

**★★★★★ — Neil Thomas, May 2017**

> I bought a new spec home from Ames in October 2016 - the quality of the house is outstanding. More importantly, the Ames team were a pleasure to deal with - quickly fixing a few minor 'punch-list' issues,  helping me find and manage contractors to make minor additions to the home like cabinets and automatic shades, and ensuring I had full details of all the specs of the home for future repairs and upgrades. I was so impressed with Ames Design & Build that we are now working together on a new custom home design and build.

**★★★★★ — Laura Honea, May 2017**

> I have worked with Ames Design Build for 5 years now, and they have been nothing but a pleasure to deal with.  Their level of professionalism is unmatched, as is their commitment to building a quality home for their clients.  As an architect that designs these homes they build, it's important to me that I find a good partner that can truly bring my visions to life, and Ames does that artfully and efficiently.  I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have a quality home built, by and amazing team!

## Selected projects

- [Signal Hill Lot 25](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/signal-hill-lot-25-pj-vj~6189298)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 43
- [Signal Hill 36](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/signal-hill-36-pj-vj~6189302)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
- [Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~4509770)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 6
- [Spanish Oaks Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-oaks-custom-home-pj-vj~2479216)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 11
- [Napa Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/napa-farmhouse-pj-vj~4905058)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Contemporary Santa Barbara](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-santa-barbara-pj-vj~4509805)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 30
- [Barton Creek Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barton-creek-contemporary-pj-vj~1710716)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 18
- [Mammoth Bluffs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mammoth-bluffs-pj-vj~1315365)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Transitional Contemporary - Barton Creek](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-contemporary-barton-creek-pj-vj~2479277)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Starmount Way](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/starmount-way-pj-vj~1315385)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Heritage Country House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heritage-country-house-pj-vj~394046)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 19
- [Del Mar Racetrack View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/del-mar-racetrack-view-pj-vj~445649)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
- [Southern Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southern-hills-pj-vj~441458)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Bridlewood Falls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bridlewood-falls-pj-vj~436544)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Heritage French](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heritage-french-pj-vj~436486)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [Fairways \#34](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairways-34-pj-vj~6662647)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 100
- [Fairways \#36](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fairways-36-pj-vj~6190933)
  - Location: Austin, TX
  - Photos: 37
- [Signal Hill 11](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/signal-hill-11-pj-vj~6189316)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3

[See all 18 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/ames-design-build-pfvwus-pf~1670111166)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Where can I purchase the small cabinet door knobs?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: We worked with Alexander Marchant for this hardware.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-18.*