--- title: "Prestige Builders Inc. — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/prestige-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~218388469 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~218388469.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Prestige Builders Inc." category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0ae301a001191bbd_1068-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "1981 Nelson Miller Pkwy, Louisville, Kentucky 40223, United States" latitude: 38.2651 longitude: -85.5582 phone: "(502) 641-1515" website: https://prestigebuilthomes.com rating: 4.7 review_count: 12 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 168 last_updated: 2026-11-07 --- # Prestige Builders Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Prestige Builders Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/prestige-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~218388469) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Louisville, KY - **Serves:** Louisville, Jeffersontown, Newburg, Fern Creek, Saint Matthews, Okolona, Lyndon, Middletown, Crestwood, Douglass Hills, Prospect, Hurstbourne, Graymoor-Devondale, Indian Hills, Anchorage, Windy Hills, Jeffersonville, Orchard Grass Hills, Hurstbourne Acres, Saint Regis Park, Audubon Park, Beechwood Village, Coldstream, Barbourmeade, Northfield, Meadow Vale, Indian Hills Cherokee Section, Goshen, Langdon Place, Bellemeade, Plantation, Spring Valley, Hollow Creek, Blue Ridge Manor, Lynnview, Seneca Gardens, Green Spring, Murray Hill, Brownsboro Farm, Fincastle, Strathmoor Village, Bancroft, Rolling Fields, Utica, Glenview Hills, Goose Creek, Glenview Manor, Thornhill, Mockingbird Valley, Oak Park - **Houzz rating:** 4.7 out of 5 (12 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2022), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Based in Louisville, KY Prestige Builders specializes in creating unique custom homes and memorable remodeling projects. Extraordinary craftsmanship and impeccable client service are our hallmarks, and you’ll find our homes and projects in some of Louisville’s finest communities including Brentwood, Meremont, Grand Lakes, Shakes Run, Rock Springs, Anchorage, Lake Forest, Persimmon Ridge, Polo Fields, Saratoga Springs, Longwood, Heather Green, Briar Hill and many more. With two generations of homebuilding and remodeling, Prestige Builders specializes in creating unique custom homes. Extraordinary craftsmanship and impeccable client service are our hallmarks. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Architectural Design - Basement Remodeling - Building Design - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Project Management - Home Restoration - Basement Design - Custom Home Bars - Sunroom Design & Construction - Swimming Pool Construction - Custom Outdoor Kitchens - Whole Home Renovations ### Areas Served - Louisville - Jeffersontown - Newburg - Fern Creek - Saint Matthews - Okolona - Lyndon - Middletown - Crestwood - Douglass Hills - Prospect - Hurstbourne - Graymoor-Devondale - Indian Hills - Anchorage - Windy Hills - Jeffersonville - Orchard Grass Hills - Hurstbourne Acres - Saint Regis Park - Audubon Park - Beechwood Village - Coldstream - Barbourmeade - Northfield - Meadow Vale - Indian Hills Cherokee Section - Goshen - Langdon Place - Bellemeade - Plantation - Spring Valley - Hollow Creek - Blue Ridge Manor - Lynnview - Seneca Gardens - Green Spring - Murray Hill - Brownsboro Farm - Fincastle - Strathmoor Village - Bancroft - Rolling Fields - Utica - Glenview Hills - Goose Creek - Glenview Manor - Thornhill - Mockingbird Valley - Oak Park ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Prestige Builders Inc. | | Address | 1981 Nelson Miller Pkwy, Louisville, Kentucky 40223, United States | | Phone | (502) 641-1515 | | Website | https://prestigebuilthomes.com | | Followers on Houzz | 168 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/PrestigeBuilders ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Prestige Builders Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/prestige-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~218388469) - **Website:** https://prestigebuilthomes.com - **Phone:** (502) 641-1515 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2012 and 2013 President's Grand Award from the Home Builders Association of Louisville SMC for best design under 600K, 500K and 300K. Numerous Homearama Grand Awards. - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2015–2022), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 — 12 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### All 12 reviews **★★★★★ — tiffanymspan, Sept. 2021** > Prestige is the best contractor we’ve worked with so far! They stand behind their work, and take pride in the end results. They are honest and trustworthy, which is huge in the building industry. If there is an issue, rest assure, they’ll handle it. The outdoor living, is spectacular. Larry and Kevin are the best to work with, they are in the middle of everything and always available. Their communication and updates keep you in the loop, so you’re never guessing what’s going on with your project. Dave has a wonderful thing going. He has a very well ran company and is on top of it all. If you are in the market for a pool, or anything construction related, call these guys. You won’t be disappointed! **★★★★★ — Shannon Wells, Jan. 2017** > We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE our new kitchen by Prestige Builders! They made the remodeling process as painless as possible by staying on top of things and delivering exactly what they promised. David made sure all our questions were answered up front and the designs were what we wanted before work began. Phil was onsite everyday the workman were here and made sure things were going smoothly. We couldn't be happier with their work and highly recommend them. **Comment from Prestige Builders Inc.:** > Thanks so much...It was great to work with you guys. We are so happy that you love your new kitchen!!! **★★★★★ — gabrielaky, Oct. 2016** > We have built several homes. Working with Prestige was the most pleasant experience ever! They are professional, competent, flexible and fair. We purchased our current home as a resale, and Prestige finished our lower level. They were so easy to work with. The home is now nine years old, and we have never had one single problem with anything! **★ — Rodney Gaines, July 2016** > My wife and I signed to build with Dave Ernst and Prestige on July 12, 2015 and signed off on the plans a month later. We were told the house would be done in January 2015 and we would break ground in a week. That was the beginning of the endless supply of empty promises provided to us by Dave. A couple more of these promises include: a double framing crew to make up some time and an extended warranty paid for by him for our troubles. I have emails and texts of countless others. > Dave set up a weekly call with us to update us on the progress on timeline. A call in which he never made on time. He informed us the time was not good for him, we changed the time, and he still wasn’t able to make the call. He’s not responsive to text, email, or phone call. It would sometimes be more than a week for him to answer one of our methods of contacting him. > I waited so long to write this review because I wanted to wait until the house was completed to give a fair and accurate review. I want to be clear that we do not have any issue with the house itself. Prestige did build us a beautiful home, but the process definitely left us regretting our decision to use them. A year after signing on with Dave Ernst and Prestige and the house has yet to be completed. He is already over the 60 days provided by the contract to finish the punch list after close. My wife recently gave birth to our first child. At the house closing, I specifically stated I did not want the build to drag out after our child’s birth. Dave Ernst looked me in the eyes and told my wife and I that it would be done before she is born (empty promise). I would not recommend building with Dave Ernst and Prestige. My wife and I will be finishing our basement in the near future. I will not be contacting Dave Ernst and Prestige to finish it. Even with the discounted rate he “promised” us. > -Rodney Gaines **★★★★★ — Jessica Hull O'Daniel, May 2016** > Prestige Builders has beautiful designs, creative concepts and the highest quality of construction. Prestige uses premium products throughout their homes and the building allowances are more than enough to ensure that the customer ends up with a gorgeous and functional custom, high-end luxury built home. These qualities make Prestige one of the premier builders in the Louisville area. **★★★★★ — Peter Searcy, April 2016** > Prestige Builders build to the highest standards. In other words, they do "build them like they used to"! As a real estate agent I've had several clients build with Prestige. They've all walked away with a home that exceeded their expectations. Builder David Ernst listened to input and ideas from my client in order to create a true custom design for them. Prestige Builders also stayed within budget every time. There are no hidden costs with Prestige. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them. They will be my first choice when I build my own custom home. **★★★★★ — Melissa Lintner, June 2014** > Prestige Builders built the home of our dreams. They went to every effort to insure that every detail met or exceeded our expectations. They are by far experts in their field. **★★★★★ — The Flooring Gallery, May 2014** > Having known and worked for Prestige for over 2 years now, there is no better builder to recommend to someone looking to build a home. Their honesty, integrity, while supplying high quality design and construction is what separates them. A true staple to our home building market. **★★★★★ — Alicia Lewis, April 2014** > We love our custom built home by Prestige Builders, Inc. We have lived in our new home for a year now and feel so lucky to be here. The house is gorgeous. We love all the details and quality of the home. Could not be happier. Would absolutely recommend and would use again. **★★★★★ — tgary1, April 2014** > Couldn't have been happier. David is professional and knowledgable. Being a builder and an agent allows him to focus on all angles of a buyers needs. **★★★★★ — pshcmh, April 2014** > We purchased a home that was built by Prestige in the Rock Springs development. Since closing we have had a few instances where things needed to be repaired or adjusted during the first year of occupancy. So far, we are very satisfied with their responses both in timeliness and quality of work performed. **★★★★★ — ledweg, April 2014** > Prestige Builders is a honest, highly reliable family business. They built my primary residence per contact to the highest specs, quality, and workmanship.They used top-grade materials and fixtures that other contractors we considered, would would have been up-charges. There were no surprises, most overages were known up-front and others were due to the lay of the lot which we had purchsed separately. I highly recommend Prestige Builders and would not hesitate using them again in the future. ## Selected projects - [The Oakhurst - Modern Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-oakhurst-modern-farmhouse-pj-vj~6308276) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - Description: Beautiful farmhouse front porch with Hardie Board siding and brick skirt. - [Homearama 2015](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/homearama-2015-pj-vj~1442950) - Location: Louisville, KY - Photos: 80 - [Braun Residence - Homearama 2012](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/braun-residence-homearama-2012-pj-vj~170333) - Location: Louisville, KY - Photos: 20 - Description: The Clarendon - Stunning LGE Energy Smart Certified, English Revival two-story home by the award-winning team of Prestige Builders. The first floor features an open floor plan with two story foyer, dining room, great room with coffered ceiling, amazing island kitchen with custom Amish-built cabinets, Butler’s pantry, mud room with cubbies, a deluxe guest room or second Master Bedroom and Bath with private walk-in tile shower. The second floor features a spacious master suite with vaulted ceiling… - [Louisville Kittle Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/louisville-kittle-residence-pj-vj~598329) - Location: Louisville, KY - Photos: 53 - Description: Rock Springs 106 - [Wrightsel Residence - Homearama 2013](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wrightsel-residence-homearama-2013-pj-vj~508368) - Location: Louisville, KY - Photos: 36 - Description: The Coventry 4 Bedroom Ranch w/ 4.5 Baths 3300 Square Feet Mudroom w/ Bench & Cubbies Solarium w/ Banquette Dining Room w/ coffered ceiling - [Lewis Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lewis-residence-pj-vj~600229) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 44 - Description: Longwood Subdivision - [Kabel Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kabel-residence-pj-vj~598361) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 30 - Description: Rock Springs- Pebble Creek Drive - [Hehir Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hehir-residence-pj-vj~544715) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - [Stearman Residence - Homearama 2012](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stearman-residence-homearama-2012-pj-vj~166055) - Location: Louisville, KY - Photos: 24 - Description: This two-story home has an open floor plan with a first floor flex room that can be a study, dining room, or playroom. There are 4-5 bedrooms and a Jack and Jill bath for the upstairs bedrooms, with a two-sided fireplace in the master and a master bath. There is a huge closet over the garage, curved two-story staircase, and a covered concrete porch. There are 10 ft ceilings on the first floor. - [The Belmont - Homearama 2013](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-belmont-homearama-2013-pj-vj~577831) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - Description: 5 Bedroom 2 Story w/ 4.5 Baths 3150 Square Feet Mudroom w/ Bench & Cubbies Covered Deck Dining Room w/ coffered ceiling - [Lippe Residence - Homearama 2012](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lippe-residence-homearama-2012-pj-vj~508350) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - Description: The Normandy 3 Bedroom Ranch w/ 2 Baths 2100 Square Feet Mudroom w/ Bench & Cubbies Huge Master Bedroom Open Unique Plan - [Nelson Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nelson-residence-pj-vj~577743) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - Description: The Piedmont 3 Bedroom Ranch w/ 2.5 Baths 1900 Square Feet Mudroom w/ Bench & Cubbies Huge Master Bedroom Dining Room w/ coffered ceiling - [DESIGN](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/design-pj-vj~600659) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Our design-build process will ensure that the clients personality, needs and desires are delivered in the final design. Quality, cost and timing — all of these elements are covered in the plan in full detail, allowing you to see how every step will proceed. - [REMODEL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodel-pj-vj~600666) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Remodeling can bring new life to that special place you call home. Whether its time to finish your lower level to create the ultimate family entertainment area or add a covered deck for spending cool, quiet evenings, you will be assured of the same quality craftsmanship. - [Plans](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/plans-pj-vj~600328) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Carolina Cottage Collection](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carolina-cottage-collection-pj-vj~600298) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: The Carolina Cottage Collection is a series of home types optimized to meet the demands of today’s market. Each plan features current design elements that have been implemented based on national builder data, Realtor feedback, architect’s most requested features list and market research. All plans have been through the Lean Design process to facilitate maximum efficiency and profitability. - [BUILD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/build-pj-vj~600338) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: No guesswork, no costly unknowns. Our job is to satisfy your requests while keeping the home on budget. Our process ensures your home is built with experience, unmatched quality and attention to every detail. - [The Oakhurst - Model Home 2019](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-oakhurst-model-home-2019-pj-vj~6310537) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 49 [See all 18 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/prestige-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~218388469) ## Ideabooks - [Beam patio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28358567/list/beam-patio) — 11 ideas - [crutchfield](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77767472/list/crutchfield) — 4 ideas - [ernst basement](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75110425/list/ernst-basement) — 2 ideas - [Welsh home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65846095/list/welsh-home) — 2 ideas - [Office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53932730/list/office) — 7 ideas - [Bretnitz](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47902152/list/bretnitz) — 3 ideas - [Homearama 2015 ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46061026/list/homearama-2015-ideas) — 5 ideas - [exposed beams](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7499591/list/exposed-beams) — 10 ideas [See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/daveernst) ## Community Q&A **Q: Interested in paint color selection.** *(in Photo Questions)* Would like to know the paint colors selected for the kitchen, family room, and dining room area. Also, brand name of paint and the finish, that is, flat, eggshell etc. Trim color throughout? A: You can email me at dave@prestigebuilthomes.com and I can send you the color sheet. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-07.*