--- title: "Lehto Design/Build — Home Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/lehto-design-build-pfvwus-pf~58915050 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~58915050.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Lehto Design/Build" category: ["Home Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/cce3ea3e008dd1a9_0525-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "Killingly, Connecticut 06239, United States" latitude: 41.7982 longitude: -71.8807 phone: "(860) 481-5497" website: http://www.lehtodesignbuild.com/ rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 121 last_updated: 2026-09-19 --- # Lehto Design/Build Original Houzz profile: [Lehto Design/Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/lehto-design-build-pfvwus-pf~58915050) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Builders - **Location:** Killingly, CT - **Serves:** Killingly Center, Plainfield, Putnam, Brooklyn, Canterbury, Pomfret, Danielson, Sterling, Moosup, East Brooklyn, Plainfield Village, Hampton, South Woodstock, Wauregan, Dayville, Abington, Ballouville, Central Village, East Killingly, Foster, Foster Center, Oneco, Pomfret Center - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves Lehto Design/ Build is a firm based out of eastern Connecticut that specializes in building energy efficient homes, also known as net zero homes. We are certified Passive House consultants and are also one of the most experienced builders of Zero Energy homes in the state. We can work directly with you or your architect to construct a home that seamlessly blends efficiency, aesthetics, and most importantly long lasting quality. ### Services Provided - Custom Homes - Deck Building ### Areas Served - Killingly Center - Plainfield - Putnam - Brooklyn - Canterbury - Pomfret - Danielson - Sterling - Moosup - East Brooklyn - Plainfield Village - Hampton - South Woodstock - Wauregan - Dayville - Abington - Ballouville - Central Village - East Killingly - Foster - Foster Center - Oneco - Pomfret Center ### Typical Job Cost $250,000 - 1.5 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Lehto Design/Build | | Address | Killingly, Connecticut 06239, United States | | Phone | (860) 481-5497 | | Website | http://www.lehtodesignbuild.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 121 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/lehtodesignbuild?ref=ts&fref=ts ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Lehto Design/Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/lehto-design-build-pfvwus-pf~58915050) - **Website:** http://www.lehtodesignbuild.com/ - **Phone:** (860) 481-5497 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Certified Passive House ConsultantConnecticut Green Builder of the Year Award 2012Connecticut Zero Energy Challenge - Overall Winner - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 40.0 - Value: 40.0 ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors, Dec. 2019** > Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors has had the opportunity to supply wood flooring for Lehto Design Build, using wood that was grown, harvested, and manufactured within 100 miles of their various project sites. We have enjoyed collaborating on these projects, and we appreciate the quality, integrity, and energy efficiency of the Lehto homes, including the fact that they strive to incorporate local materials. **★★★★★ — designsbylisa, Sept. 2018** > We interviewed several contractors for ideas concerning a possible remodel or rebuild for our seasonal cottage to a permanent home. Nick gave us such an appealing approach with net-zero building. When we were ready, we called him immediately. Nick was able to help us design and build our custom home within a short period of time on schedule and on budget. He has a great eye for design, scale and function. We highly recommend his company if you want a high quality reliable builder who really listens to you. We chose to build a net-zero, solar powered year round home that we have loved living in for the past year. **★★★★★ — didonato526, Dec. 2014** > In 2011, we met with Lehto Design/Build to construct our new residence. We had no experience with this Company; we were not too familiar with "green" homes; and we were residing in a different State at the time. > > We were very impressed with the quality of work on other homes Lehto Design/Build constructed. Nick Lehto guided us and provided clear information; efficiently and professionally throughout the entire build process. > > This partnership resulted in our new home being completed ahead of schedule. We are extremely pleased with the quality and functionality of our new home. Even after we relocated, Lehto Design/Build kept the lines of communications open to reassure us that if we need them, they are there. > > In a world where all you hear are horror stories regarding a build, we are very fortunate to have met them as we did not experience one issue as we worked togther, as a team. They wanted us to be happy with the build and we trusted them to utilze their experience to provide that to us. **★★★★★ — susanagriffiths, Dec. 2014** > Lehto Design/Build built our net zero energy home in Connecticut. We were very impressed by the knowledge this contractor has about the various aspects involved in building this type of house. We were kept informed every step of the way and were constantly consulted and updated. Our input was always listened to and treated as valuable. When we decided to add a 3-season room to the house, Nick Lehto and his Dad made it happen within the timeline. We were definitely partners in the project. Our questions were always anwered directly and with respect. We never felt that our questions, or we, were a bother or distraction. They stayed within the agreed upon budget but didn't cut corners to do so. They met deadlines, were cautious, diligent workers and brought us no surprises. The challenge of building a house can be very stressful but we had as stress-free an experience as anyone could hope to have. If we had to do it all again, we would not hesitate to use Lehto Design/Build as our builder. **★★★★★ — Noreen Justice, Nov. 2014** > In 2013 we began planning our new custom built home. We knew we wanted a very energy efficient house so we decided to go for net zero. Our new house would combine solar panels with a highly efficient structural design resulting in zero energy bills. We knew what style we wanted but we needed a skilled designer/builder to incorporate all the features needed to achieve our goal. After interviewing multiple builders we decided to hire Nick Lehto. Nick was awesome to work with! He completed our home on time, within budget and with outstanding quality. He brought with him a team of incredible workers that were always pleasant and kept the work site neat and organized. We have now been in the house for almost a year and we love our high performance net zero home! ## Selected projects - [Killingly Zero Energy Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/killingly-zero-energy-craftsman-pj-vj~651917) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [West Hartford Zero Energy Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-hartford-zero-energy-home-pj-vj~783953) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Brooklyn Zero Energy Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooklyn-zero-energy-home-pj-vj~827010) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Burlington Zero Energy Cape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/burlington-zero-energy-cape-pj-vj~651938) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Modern Industrial Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-industrial-farmhouse-pj-vj~2245886) - Location: Stonington, CT - Photos: 41 - Description: New construction Farmhouse in Stonington, Connecticut. [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/lehto-design-build-pfvwus-pf~58915050) ## Ideabooks - [deck lattice](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74848268/list/deck-lattice) — 2 ideas - [curved walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67778678/list/curved-walls) — 13 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/lehtodesignbuild) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the flooring brand/kind?** *(in Photo Questions)* I want a flooring for the entire house. One that pops but doesn't become too much since It's in every room. Suggestions? A: MK- I don't remember the brand, but the species was hickory. **Q: What is the name of the material or technique used for the wall?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the wall and would love to replicate it. Can you tell me what this technique is called or what materials are used? A: We used panels from modulararts.com to create the wave patern on this wall. You fasten them to the wall and use several layers of joint compound to create a seamless look. The finished product is quite stunning! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-19.*