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title: "Acanthus Construction — General Contractors | Houzz"
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address: "1201 Shepherd Street, Durham, North Carolina 27707, United States"
latitude: 35.9631
longitude: -78.9315
phone: "(919) 308-3393"
website: http://acanthusconstruction.net
rating: 0
review_count: 0
followers: 30
last_updated: 2026-09-08
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# Acanthus Construction

Original Houzz profile: [Acanthus Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/acanthus-construction-pfvwus-pf~344227773)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** General Contractors
- **Location:** Durham, NC
- **Serves:** Durham, NC
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 25 Ideabook Saves
- Provides 3D Visualization

Residential Remodeling

### Services Provided

- Design
- Remodel
- Repair
- Restoration
- Custom millwork
- window restoration
- built in cabinetry

### Areas Served

- Durham
- NC

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Acanthus Construction |
| Address | 1201 Shepherd Street, Durham, North Carolina 27707, United States |
| Phone | (919) 308-3393 |
| Website | http://acanthusconstruction.net |
| License Number | 61661 |
| Followers on Houzz | 30 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Acanthus Construction](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/acanthus-construction-pfvwus-pf~344227773)
- **Website:** http://acanthusconstruction.net
- **Phone:** (919) 308-3393

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Pyne Award
- Neighborhood Improvement Award
- Independent Weekly Best of the Triangle Finalist (2011, 2012, 2013)
- Independent Weekly Best of the Triangle Winner (2014, 2015)

## Selected projects

- [Second story addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/second-story-addition-pj-vj~1221346)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Durham Screen Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/durham-screen-porch-pj-vj~1221343)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [Bonus Room Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bonus-room-addition-pj-vj~1221321)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Durham Home Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/durham-home-renovation-pj-vj~1221315)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 23
  - Description: The house was divided into 5 student apartments when we began work. It is now a single family home with detached garage.

[See all 4 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/acanthus-construction-pfvwus-pf~344227773)

## Ideabooks

- [Palmer Shed](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117408462/list/palmer-shed) — 4 ideas
- [Palmer Screen Porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117408061/list/palmer-screen-porch) — 6 ideas
- [Small Mudroom/Laundry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/69639001/list/small-mudroom-laundry) — 7 ideas
- [Doors as windows](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51831296/list/doors-as-windows) — 2 ideas
- [Deck Railings - Bruce & Nancy](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/48577407/list/deck-railings-bruce-nancy) — 7 ideas
- [Jodi's Built-Ins](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28318701/list/jodi-s-built-ins) — 4 ideas
- [master bedroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/9137631/list/master-bedroom) — 12 ideas
- [aylamaria's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7396971/list/aylamaria-s-ideas) — 35 ideas
- [bedding](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7398298/list/bedding) — 6 ideas
- [lofts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7421262/list/lofts) — 9 ideas
- [girls bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7397774/list/girls-bedrooms) — 9 ideas
- [chicken coops](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7404503/list/chicken-coops) — 3 ideas
- [porches](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7400531/list/porches) — 6 ideas
- [pets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7399048/list/pets) — 12 ideas
- [sofas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7401007/list/sofas) — 4 ideas
- [cofee tables](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7400916/list/cofee-tables) — 9 ideas
- [closets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7400420/list/closets) — 4 ideas
- [kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7400227/list/kitchens) — 15 ideas
- [sheds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7399720/list/sheds) — 1 idea
- [baskets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7399594/list/baskets) — 1 idea

[See all 24 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/aylamaria)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*