--- title: "Phillip Johnson Construction — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/phillip-johnson-construction-pfvwus-pf~25187007 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~25187007.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Phillip Johnson Construction" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2c130d530f3c066e_1421-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "728 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106-4005, United States" latitude: 39.9474 longitude: -75.1473 phone: "(215) 790-0725" website: http://phillipjohnsonconstruction.com rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 50 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Phillip Johnson Construction Original Houzz profile: [Phillip Johnson Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/phillip-johnson-construction-pfvwus-pf~25187007) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Philadelphia, PA - **Serves:** Philadelphia - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Established in 1980, Phillip Johnson Construction (PJC) has been renovating and rebuilding Center City Philadelphia for almost four decades. In that time, PJC has had the privilege of collaborating with some of the finest architects, designers and craftsman on the East Coast. 37 years in business have allowed our company and crew to develop an expertise in high-end residential construction, along with historical restoration and reconstruction. Phillip Johnson Construction is honored and proud to have worked in many of Center City Philadelphia's finest homes. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Deck Building - Basement Remodeling - Flooring Installation - Garage Building - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Project Management - Custom Home Bars - Tile Installation - Countertop Installation - Roof Replacement - House Framing - Green Building - Shower Installation - Concrete Construction - Stair Installation - Deck Repair - Drywall Installation - Wine Cellar Installation - Roof Installation - Foundation Construction - Sliding Door Installation - Carport Installation - Attic Restoration - Trim Work - Crown Molding Installation - Shed Design & Construction - Baseboard Installation - Brick Masonry - Fireplace Installation - Subfloor Installation - Stone Installation - Skylight Installation - Concrete Repair - Site Preparation - Gas Fireplace Installation - Soffit Repair - Roof Flashing Installation - Range Hood Installation - Fireproofing - Custom Cabinets - Door Installation - Door Repair ### Areas Served - Philadelphia ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Phillip Johnson Construction | | Address | 728 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106-4005, United States | | Phone | (215) 790-0725 | | Website | http://phillipjohnsonconstruction.com | | License Number | Philadelphia Lic\# 46876 | | Followers on Houzz | 50 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Phillip Johnson Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/phillip-johnson-construction-pfvwus-pf~25187007) - **Website:** http://phillipjohnsonconstruction.com - **Phone:** (215) 790-0725 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - 2016 Grand Jury Award for Preservation, Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia •\|• The Phaidon Atlas of Contemporary World Architecture 2004 •\|• American Architecture Awards 2002, The Chicago Athenaeum •\|• Record Houses 2001, Architectural Record Magazine •\|• EPA Lead-Certified - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2016), for Design. **Affiliations** - [AIA Philadelphia](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-philadelphia-pfvwus-pf~26434807) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — Jim Baxter, Nov. 2016** > Phil and his team converted our apartment into a loft with exposed columns, beams, and brick walls. Their creativity, together with their attention to detail, were beyond any general contractor/home builder we had ever used. They worked closely with other professionals in designing a layout and then executing the plan. We highly recommend PJC! **★★★★★ — Liz W., Nov. 2016** > Phil and his team did a great job fixing a complicated structural issue in a practical and cost effective way in an old brownstone. The team was always prompt, very nice, and cleaned up well each day -- I still have no idea how they were able to effectively contain the dust from a very dusty project. **★★★★★ — jyanemoore, Nov. 2016** > We've done 4 major construction projects and Phil Johnson was by far the best contractor we've ever used. > > Excellent attention to detail. Follows through. Completes the job. High level of craftsmanship. ## Selected projects - [Grand Rittenhouse Townhome](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grand-rittenhouse-townhome-pj-vj~3032723) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 3 - Description: An especially large property with over 6,000 sq.ft. of interior space along with a spacious rear yard and parking. This former multi-unit apartment building was converted into a single family home, undergoing a complete reorganization and renovation of the space. The house presents a mix of finishes. In some rooms, original details were restored to their historical glory, while in others, such as the kitchen, a modern finish was achieved via a sleek white Bulthaup kitchen and a spiral stair in a… - [Media House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/media-house-pj-vj~2284152) - Location: Media, PA - Photos: 12 - Description: Renovation of an old farmhouse with a modern twist. • Phillip Johnson Construction Co. • Wesley Wei Architects • Catherine Tighe Photography - [Rittenhouse Condominium](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rittenhouse-condominium-pj-vj~3032747) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 4 - Description: 4,500 sq.ft. home located in Rittenhouse Square. Custom kitchen and baths, a grand master suite and also a separate guest suite with entertainment deck. - [Washington Square Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-square-residence-pj-vj~1529957) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 21 - Description: • Phillip Johnson Construction Co. • Fluehr & Allen - Interior Design - [Society Hill, Private Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/society-hill-private-residence-pj-vj~709960) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 10 - Description: Check out these dramatic before and afters... - [Philadelphia Reproduction House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philadelphia-reproduction-house-pj-vj~1520347) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - Photos: 30 - Description: • Phillip Johnson Construction Co. • Marguerite Rodgers Interior Design • Studio Torres • Noah Hoffman Photography Substantial renovation of this grand reproduction house in Society Hill, Philadelphia. This center city home features a beautifully equipped kitchen with pizza oven and a formal dining room that opens up to a sprawling backyard - perfect for entertaining. There are 5 bathrooms, 4 bedrooms, a master dressing area, library, 2 offices, a 4-story elevator and a central vac system. - [Philadelphia Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philadelphia-loft-pj-vj~1529659) - Location: Philadelphia, PA - [Philadelphia Carriage House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/philadelphia-carriage-house-pj-vj~1522716) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - [Society Hill Townhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/society-hill-townhouse-pj-vj~663853) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 30 - Description: Restoration of two, now combined, row homes (circa 1850) into a single family residence. At over 12,000 square feet, this gorgeous home is one of the larger properties to be had in downtown Philadelphia. Situated within the historic Society Hill neighborhood, the home maintains an authentic, historic facade where the cornice and dormers were completely restored to their original beauty. This home has many amazing features, but perhaps the most eye-catching is a dreamy, interior courtyard space. [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/phillip-johnson-construction-pfvwus-pf~25187007) ## Ideabooks - [pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/120830346/list/pools) — 1 idea - [Young - earlier photos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/120473104/list/young-earlier-photos) — 77 ideas - [CAUGHT MY EYE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119373391/list/caught-my-eye) — 1 idea - [700 PINE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109664650/list/700-pine) — 7 ideas - [FIELD](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116872285/list/field) — 6 ideas - [GALLINI PROJECT](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114055764/list/gallini-project) — 15 ideas - [BATHROOMS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113019570/list/bathrooms) — 1 idea - [FIELD KITCHEN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108037729/list/field-kitchen) — 11 ideas - [SOCIETY HILL RESIDENCE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71559724/list/society-hill-residence) — 5 ideas [See all 9 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/phillipjohnsonconstruction) ## Community Q&A **Q: Doors** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the doors. Can you provide the manufacturer or source. A: Hi Linda, Thanks for the question! The doors to the courtyard were custom made for us by a local steel fabricator in Philadelphia, Iron Studio Ltd. Melissa Phillip Johnson Construction Co. **Q: picture of the bathroom facing the opposite direction,(tub) please** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Dear Houzz-er FF GL, Here is an image facing the opposite direction. Thanks for asking! Melissa Phillip Johnson Construction - Philadelphia, PA **Q: Sofa** *(in Photo Questions)* This is really beautiful. Can I ask where you got the sofa and ottoman? A: Hi Alexis! Laura is correct. The sofa and ottoman are by Minotti. Thanks for the question! Melissa Phillip Johnson Construction **Q: Capri breeze?** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi Philip Johnson Construction! I ordered a sample that looks exactly like the tile on the wall! It's called Capri Breeze. Blue Lagoon definitely doesn't look like that beautiful wall. Thanks for the reference to Daltile! A: Hi Jocelyn! I just wanted to get back to you about the blue tiled wall. To be safe, I double-checked the project file and the blue tile shown is definitely the 2x2 "Blue Lagoon" from Daltile. Although, after reading your comment, I wondered why you were experiencing such a color. So, I went back and looked at some of the construction photos and now understand the issue. The photographer probably applied some standard photo-enhancing effects, which seems to have slightly altered the tile color to a more turquoise hue. I've attached an image from our foreman's camera, taken during construction, without any enhancement. This is a good reminder to always order samples from manufacturers so you can see them for yourself and under your lighting conditions!! This goes for tile, paint, wallpaper, wood flooring and anything else you pick out for your space!! Thanks again for the question! Melissa Phillip Johnson Construction Co. **Q: What is that teal wall made of?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: My apologies, I somehow missed this question Jocelyn! The bathroom wall, behind the glass tiles, was NOT painted blue. We used a white grout. If you'd like to know the exact color, I can look it up tomorrow and let you know. Hope this helps! **Q: Cabinetry** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you purchase the modular cabinet unit? A: Hi! The lime green wall cabinets are, unfortunately, from a vendor that is no longer in business. That's as much as the designer could tell me. Thanks for the question! Melissa Phillip Johnson Construction Co. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*