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# RiverStone Custom Builders

Original Houzz profile: [RiverStone Custom Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/riverstone-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~1887446803)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** General Contractors
- **Location:** Wellesley, MA
- **Serves:** Newton, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, Needham, Wellesley, Wayland, Weston, Dover, Chestnut Hill, Newton Center, Newton Upper Falls, Newtonville, Wellesley Hills
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Everyone has dreamed of building their dream home, but there's too many variables that get in the way. 
How do I pick Builder/General Contractor?
Do I need a designer? 
How do I take the photos I love on Houzz or social media and make a reality?
The scary questions can go on and on.....

At RiverStone we have a team of experienced builders & project managers that have been building homes their entire lives. We understand that; "We build custom homes everyday & our clients will only once a lifetime".
Our goal is to use our passion, love and experience to guide you through the home building process so every inch has a personal touch, you never have a regret when you walk into a room & you rave about RiverStone's service when you enjoy that first (conversation) glass of wine with friends in your new HOME.

### Services Provided

- Home Remodeling
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Kitchen Remodeling
- General Contracting
- Home Additions
- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- Home Extensions
- Deck Building
- Basement Remodeling
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Porch Design & Construction
- Project Management
- Custom Home Bars
- Countertop Installation
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- House Framing
- Window Replacement
- Green Building
- Shower Installation
- Home Gym Design & Construction
- Concrete Construction
- Stair Installation
- Demolition
- Barn Design & Construction
- Wine Cellar Installation
- Workshop Design & Construction
- Foundation Construction
- Staircase Design
- Shed Design & Construction
- Masonry
- Concrete Flooring
- Insulation Installation
- Stone Masonry
- Stone Installation
- Metal Roofing
- Skylight Installation
- Radiant Floor Heating
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Chimney Construction
- Water Treatment System Installation
- Thatched Roofing

### Areas Served

- Newton
- Brookline
- Jamaica Plain
- Needham
- Wellesley
- Wayland
- Weston
- Dover
- Chestnut Hill
- Newton Center
- Newton Upper Falls
- Newtonville
- Wellesley Hills

### Typical Job Cost

We build custom homes based on the client inspirations, wants and dreams. This is a process, not based on a cost value, but instead on results; where your home is molded around your every want. 
We are happy to discuss floor plans and design ideas to give you a feel for pricing based on past builds with similar size and scope to see what price point you will fall into. 
Our goal is to maximize your budget so please reach out to discuss your project and see how we can make it a reality.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | RiverStone Custom Builders |
| Address | Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482, United States |
| Phone | (617) 504-0943 |
| Website | http://www.riverstonecustom.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 188 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/riverstonecustombuilders/
- X (Twitter) — riverstonecstm
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverstone-custom-builders
- Blog — www.riverstonecustom.com

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [RiverStone Custom Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/riverstone-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~1887446803)
- **Website:** http://www.riverstonecustom.com
- **Phone:** (617) 504-0943

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for 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)
- [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 6 reviews**

### All 6 reviews

**★★★★★ — Allie Pfannenstiehl, Sept. 2016**

> Riverstone oversaw the construction of our custom home from design phase through to the finish.  Their attention to detail, use of high quality products, keen eye for design and  customer service make Riverstone stand apart from other builders.

**★★★★★ — beth\_gilfeather, Sept. 2016**

> Riverstone did a complete overhaul of an outdated 1970's contemporary for us. We brought things down to the studs and every surface of the house was rebuilt, in addition to making some very useful changes to the floor plans. Not only were they reliable and effective structural homebuilders, they have a great eye. Their guidance along the way, in partnership with our interior designer, helped to create the perfect urban rustic aesthetic. We are grateful everyday for the dream house they helped us create and we would recommend them enthusiastically.

**★★★★★ — jeff6524, Sept. 2016**

> I have worked with Riverstone builders for the past 5+ years.  Peter Holland and John Hourighan are both extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic and talented builders. Their designs are unique in that they are a blend of "old and new".
>
> "Old", in that they stay loyal to the classic New England style of home and "New" because their homes include all of the modern, state of the art conveniences.
>
> Their focus on energy efficiency while incorporating recovered materials is truly unique.  This is just another way in which Riverstone Custom Builders sets themselves apart from the rest of the market.
>
> I have enjoyed working with them and hope to continue to work together for many years to come.
>
> Respectfully,
> Jeffrey A. Gray
> President
> Structural Wood Systems, Inc.

**★★★★★ — wesatamian, Sept. 2016**

> RiverStone has been a complete pleasure to work with.  They are incredibly customer focused and will do their best to make any request come to life.  They run a lean and efficient operation.  I sometimes go weeks without visiting the site and I have no concerns that everything will be at the highest quality standard.

**★★★★★ — seanpatrickrooney, Sept. 2016**

> Riverstone Custom Builders are great to work with.  An incredibly professional company that develops a personal relationship with their customers as they cover every detail to ensure a beautiful and unique home.

**★★★★★ — Marci, Sept. 2016**

> Riverstone did an excellent job of building our dream home!!  They paid attention to all the little details and valued our input as customers.  Would highly recommend them to build or renovate your space!

## Selected projects

- [Essex - Jan Gleysteen Architect - Geothermal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/essex-jan-gleysteen-architect-geothermal-pj-vj~2536984)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [BrookCustom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brookcustom-pj-vj~2220283)
  - Location: Wellesley, MA
  - Photos: 40
- [Newton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/newton-pj-vj~50820)
  - Location: Newton, MA
  - Photos: 9
- [Southgate Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southgate-custom-home-pj-vj~524144)
  - Location: Wellesley, MA
  - Photos: 18
- [Forest Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/forest-renovation-pj-vj~524157)
  - Location: Sherborn, MA
  - Photos: 20
- [Chesterton Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chesterton-custom-home-pj-vj~524177)
  - Location: Wellesley, MA
  - Photos: 7
- [Wingate Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wingate-custom-home-pj-vj~524180)
  - Location: Wellesley, MA
  - Photos: 12
- [Beverly Custom II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beverly-custom-ii-pj-vj~2027998)
  - Location: Wellesley, MA
  - Photos: 9
- [Wingate Custom II](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wingate-custom-ii-pj-vj~2020037)
  - Location: Wellesley, MA
  - Photos: 29

[See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/riverstone-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~1887446803)

## Ideabooks

- [Barrel Ceiling](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94979885/list/barrel-ceiling) — 1 idea
- [Wine Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94979796/list/wine-room) — 2 ideas
- [furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94687674/list/furniture) — 1 idea
- [Wine Tasting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75857709/list/wine-tasting) — 8 ideas
- [bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2243003/list/bedroom) — 26 ideas
- [new house ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22849330/list/new-house-ideas) — 1 idea
- [sports rm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/21674494/list/sports-rm) — 1 idea
- [mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8465297/list/mudroom) — 2 ideas
- [kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2243071/list/kitchens) — 19 ideas
- [exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2381238/list/exterior) — 17 ideas
- [fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2385857/list/fireplace) — 15 ideas
- [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2387265/list/bathrooms) — 11 ideas
- [Doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2243024/list/doors) — 8 ideas
- [stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2381231/list/stairs) — 8 ideas
- [wallpaper](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5505502/list/wallpaper) — 1 idea
- [Storage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2387270/list/storage) — 2 ideas
- [green roof!!!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2465166/list/green-roof) — 2 ideas
- [living rm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2483175/list/living-rm) — 4 ideas
- [soffit returns](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4220059/list/soffit-returns) — 1 idea
- [bonus rm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4220021/list/bonus-rm) — 1 idea

[See all 36 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/riverstonecustombuilders)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Doors** *(in Photo Questions)*

Are these doors from Home Depot? 

What about the front door on this home? I saw it on Instagram

A: Alexamichelleroyce, Emtek Davis Tubular Entrance Handleset w/ a Georgetown Crystal knob on the interior has been a huge it w/ our clients and fits nicely in the budgets!!

**Q: How was the concrete floor finished?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Did this floor require diamond polishing?  
Did you use a local vendor?

A: It did, we brought in a concrete polishing contractor that had done a wine shop in Boston. Our client love the floor of the wine shop so we "matched" it. They are local, but rarely do residential, we had to convince them to do this project.... Hope this answers your question!

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-10.*