--- title: "ONE Custom Builders — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/one-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~92408301 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~92408301.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "ONE Custom Builders" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0343f70c00855d27_9221-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Glenview, Illinois 60025, United States" latitude: 42.0758 longitude: -87.8223 phone: "(847) 713-5949" website: http://onebuilders.com rating: 5 review_count: 14 years_in_business: 30 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 139 last_updated: 2026-09-17 --- # ONE Custom Builders > Chicago's Reputable Custom Builder & Contractor \| Best of Houzz Winner Original Houzz profile: [ONE Custom Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/one-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~92408301) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Glenview, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Evanston, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Skokie, Mount Prospect, Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Park Ridge, Northbrook, Highland Park, Wilmette, Vernon Hills, Lake Zurich, Deerfield, Prospect Heights, Lincolnwood, Winnetka, Barrington, Glencoe, Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Inverness, Northfield, Highwood, South Barrington, Barrington Hills, Kildeer, Riverwoods, Deer Park, North Barrington, Kenilworth, Forest Lake, Bannockburn, Golf, Fort Sheridan, Glenview Nas - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves - High-end - Offers Custom Work - 30 years in business ### Business highlights - High-end - Offers Custom Work - 30 years in business The ONE Group is a second-generation real estate firm, located in the Chicago area, with decades of experience in all areas of development and construction. As an accomplished residential developer and builder, our resume includes extensive land planning and development, with a specialty in high-end, luxury custom home design, building, additions and renovations. Our project scope ranges from the more modest kitchen and bath renovation and home remodeling, to full-service custom home design and construction. Whether you’re looking to build a new dream home from the ground up or to rejuvenate the home you live in now, The ONE Group is able to meet your needs. We welcome the opportunity to serve you. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Basement Remodeling - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Pool House Design & Construction - Project Management - Multigenerational Homes - Wine Cellar Installation - Barn Design & Construction - Architecture - Custom Home - Design-build - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Chicago - Evanston - Arlington Heights - Palatine - Skokie - Mount Prospect - Glenview - Buffalo Grove - Park Ridge - Northbrook - Highland Park - Wilmette - Vernon Hills - Lake Zurich - Deerfield - Prospect Heights - Lincolnwood - Winnetka - Barrington - Glencoe - Long Grove - Lincolnshire - Inverness - Northfield - Highwood - South Barrington - Barrington Hills - Kildeer - Riverwoods - Deer Park - North Barrington - Kenilworth - Forest Lake - Bannockburn - Golf - Fort Sheridan - Glenview Nas ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | ONE Custom Builders | | Address | Glenview, Illinois 60025, United States | | Phone | (847) 713-5949 | | Website | http://onebuilders.com | | Years in business | 30 | | Followers on Houzz | 139 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/the-one-group/126531154074298 - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/jonelliott1 - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/in/onegroupllc - Blog — http://pinterest.com/onebuilders ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [ONE Custom Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/one-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~92408301) - **Website:** http://onebuilders.com - **Phone:** (847) 713-5949 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2014 Service AwardHouzz RecommendedStar Houzzer - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 14 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Joel Patel, Sept. 2025** > Working with Jon on our custom home build was a pleasant experience from start to finish. We began our journey in the early stages, actively searching for the perfect lot to build upon. Jon quickly became an invaluable partner, helping us thoroughly evaluate various options and ultimately guiding us to the optimal lot based on our specific needs and desires. At this time, I had spoken with many custom home builders, but Jon stood out to me based on his values-family, quality, and transparency. > > What truly sets Jon apart is his deeply personalized approach. He took the time to sit down with us, not just to discuss blueprints, but to genuinely understand our personal lives, our inspirations, and our vision for a home. Shortly after, Jon translated these insights into mock-up designs that not only met but significantly exceeded our expectations. He is truly a custom builder, unique in his ability to take our initial inspiration, craft stunning designs from it, and then meticulously bring that vision to life, keeping us well-informed and engaged throughout the entire journey. > > Jon consistently excels with his attention to detail, remarkable creativity (especially when working within a specific budget), unwavering quality in his work, and outstanding interpersonal skills. These qualities combined made what could have been a daunting process, incredibly enjoyable. We highly recommend Jon to anyone looking for a truly custom home builder who prioritizes client vision and delivers exceptional results. **★★★★★ — beckylofstrom, Sept. 2025** > Building our custom home with One Builders was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. Jon invested in understanding our needs to help us choose the right piece of land and design a home that was personal, functional and timeless. He truly does it all from start to finish and makes the process painless and enjoyable. > > One Builders has an unwavering commitment to detail and quality. Jon's keen eye for design, ensured delightful surprises, beauty, and personalization throughout every inch of our house. We never felt like just another project—it felt like this home was "our baby" that we created together. Every design choice was carefully explained, communication was always clear, and we always knew where things stood. > > Now that we’re living in our home, we appreciate the craftsmanship even more. The design is both beautiful and functional, and it perfectly reflects what we had hoped for (and more!). If you’re looking for a builder who listens, cares, and delivers excellence from start to finish, we couldn’t recommend One Builders enough. **★★★★★ — Mark Keldahl, Aug. 2025** > We are so happy and grateful to have found Jon at ONE custom builders. Building a custom home takes time and patience , but the end product that Jon delivered is a work of art . We give full credit to Jon for our home design and all the unique features and attention to detail that are viewed daily. Jon has a natural mind for design and construction and always gives thought out reasoning for doing something , he thinks of multiple renditions and shares his thought process including all pros and cons. Our family and friends still to this day walk around the house and are amazed at what Jon built. We are loving our home and watching the family grow here. Thank you Jon- Mark and Heather **Comment from ONE Custom Builders:** > Thanks for your kind words Mark, they're very much appreciated. As you know, our client satisfaction is paramount. It makes me very happy to see you and your family enjoying what we've both put so much time, thought, and love into. Wishing you all many happy years in your new home! **★★★★★ — cnoda53, Oct. 2015** > Our company has worked on many building projects with The One Group and I have known Jon Elliott for over 30 years; using his company for personal jobs as well. Jon is truly a professional contractor with his clients’ best interest at the top of his priority list. Jon is one of the most conscientious general contractors I have ever had the pleasure to work with and I look forward to working with Jon on many future projects. **★★★★★ — Shawn Riegsecker, Oct. 2015** > I hired ONE Custom Builders to completely redo my loft condo in downtown Chicago on Washington Street. With the exception of the walls and shower, we ripped everything out and started over, including the built in fireplace. Our goal was to upgrade and modernize the unit. ONE Builders did everything from installing hard wood floors throughout, to a back drop wall and modernized fireplace, to a new island and counter tops, to new cabinets, to closing in the loft bedrooms, to two new bathrooms top-to-bottom. > > I couldn't be happier with the outcome! They did an amazing job in every way, shape and form. > > The design advice was extremely helpful and we turned a normal loft condo into a stunning and modernized two bedroom apartment. Great job guys! > > \- Shawn **★★★★★ — miamine, Sept. 2015** > Jon Elliott designed and built our new house and we couldn’t be more thrilled with it. We especially appreciated Jon’s careful attention to detail and style and his willingness to take our needs into consideration. He is extremely knowledgeable about construction issues and housing design and was quick with recommendations and ideas to bring our dream home to life. Jon is also a very personable guy who values family and relationships, which added an important dimension to our working relationship. He really cared about how we would live in the house, and now we are blessed with an amazing house. Again, we couldn’t be more thrilled! **Comment from ONE Custom Builders:** > Thanks so much for your kind words Maria. It was such a pleasure to work with you and Dan. We wish you many years of health and happiness in your new home! **★★★★★ — ehs0914, May 2013** > I was remodeling a second bathroom and The One Group's knowledge and design expertise specifically Jon was amazing. He is a gifted designer andn managed to increase the space and functionality of our bathroom. The team is very professional and clean. The attention to detail is great for our kids. The work was done a day early and right on the budget. There were no surprises. Our bathroom came out incredible and is a highlight of the house. The One Group is dies it all from design to procurement of materials to install. They even followed up after to see hoe our kids like the bathroom. I have found a company I can trust and use for future projects. **★★★★★ — Cynthia Destefano, May 2013** > We built our current home with this company and they did an excellent job. All our requests and concerns were addressed immediately and they made the home building process flawless. We love our home and even contacted them again when we wanted to expand. It was a pleasure to work with the One Group. **★★★★★ — ottobear, May 2013** > I have worked extensively with Jon Elliott & The One Group for years. Jon is a very talented & unique General Contractor as he has incredible design & taste in addition to general contracting / building experience. Jon specializes in guiding a homeowner through the entire design / build process while being cognizant of costs & budget. **★★★★★ — kafkes, April 2013** > The One Group helped design and remodel our kitchen and bathrooms...They were very prompt, professional and completed the project within the estimated time frame...Besides the technical expertise, Jon provides cutting edge design ideas coupled with his creative flair which made all the diffrence for us....I would highly recomend... **★★★★★ — afdf, April 2013** > The One Group did an awesome job building out our offices. The project was done well, on budget and one time. **★★★★★ — Talie Jane Interiors & Construction, April 2013** > The One Group did a fantastic job of renovating my downtown condominium. This was no small task--everything from the floors and ceilings to a brand new kitchen, bathroom upgrades and extensive millwork. I was impressed with the quality and professionalism I received during the entire project. As an interior designer, I couldn't have been happier with the result. The creativity, knowledge and dedication that I experienced on a daily basis was much appreciated; the vendors and laborers working on the site were courteous, trustworthy and skilled. I would recommend The One Group to anyone, no matter the size of the project. ## Selected projects - [Remodel/Addition: Glen Ellyn - 373 May](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodel-addition-glen-ellyn-373-may-pj-vj~887058) - Location: Glendale Heights, IL - Photos: 49 - Description: Complete remodel (gut-rehab) of ranch home, with addition and exterior make-over. - [New Custom Home: Park Ridge - 1114 S. Broadway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-custom-home-park-ridge-1114-s-broadway-pj-vj~211777) - Location: Park Ridge, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: Stately stone estate in suburban Chicago. - [New Custom Home: Glenview - 1000 Woodlawn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-custom-home-glenview-1000-woodlawn-pj-vj~887000) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 49 - Description: New Custom Home in the near North suburbs of Chicago - [Remodel/Addition: Glenview - 2022 Burr Oak](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/remodel-addition-glenview-2022-burr-oak-pj-vj~1334191) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 70 - Description: This large home was due for an update when the new owners purchased it in late 2014. The existing 2nd Floor Master Suite had limited views and didn't take in the beauty of the large lot the home sits on. ONE Builders re-designed the floor plan and added some space to create a fantastic new suite. The entire house was refinished and the expansive basement was built-out. - [New Custom Home: Glenview - 950](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-custom-home-glenview-950-pj-vj~1334319) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 35 - [New Custom Home: Chicago - 3615 N. Hamlin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-custom-home-chicago-3615-n-hamlin-pj-vj~1297396) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 14 - [Before & Afters: Remodeled Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/before-and-afters-remodeled-interior-pj-vj~1334470) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 74 - [Before & Afters: Remodeled Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/before-and-afters-remodeled-exterior-pj-vj~1334368) - Location: Glendale Heights, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: Typical 50's ranch pre-makeover. - [Condo Remodel: Chicago's Gold Coast - 21 E. Huron](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/condo-remodel-chicago-s-gold-coast-21-e-huron-pj-vj~887029) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 67 - Description: Design-build, gut rehab Gold Coast condo. Client's goal was to convert an existing contemporary space into a Victorian retreat. This was a very detail-rich project. - [Basement Build-Out](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/basement-build-out-pj-vj~1336449) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 10 - [Custom Design-Built Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-design-built-furniture-pj-vj~1336467) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: Custom designed knotty alder banquette & chairs, with leather-finished vinyl upholstery; and dining table with high-gloss decoupage finish. Beautiful, durable, and functional. All designed per buyer's tastes & selections. - [Exterior: Large scale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exterior-large-scale-pj-vj~1336591) - Location: Glenview, IL - Photos: 40 - [Stellar Cellar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stellar-cellar-pj-vj~6907918) - Location: Northfield, IL - Photos: 8 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/one-custom-builders-pfvwus-pf~92408301) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840898143.m3u8?s=4e88cf3a84aebd9465c28ea6b1f1a1c28bd090b3&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?** Yes, we are fully licensed as contractors and carry comprehensive insurance to protect both our team and your project. We prioritize professionalism and peace of mind for every client we serve in the Chicagoland area. **Are you licensed and insured?** Yes, we are fully licensed contractors and carry comprehensive insurance to ensure every project we undertake is protected and professionally managed. Your peace of mind is paramount to us. **Do you handle permits and inspections?** Absolutely. Our Concierge Construction Service is designed to handle all aspects of your project, including managing permits and inspections from start to finish. We aim to streamline the process, taking the work off your hands so you can enjoy the journey. **Do you handle permitting and inspections for new home construction?** Absolutely. For new home construction, our Concierge Construction Service manages all necessary permitting and inspections. We handle these crucial steps to ensure a smooth, compliant, and stress-free building process for you. **What kind of projects you specialise in?** We specialize in design-built luxury custom homes, remodels, renovations, and additions. Our expertise covers projects of all scales and complexities, from kitchen and bath renovations to full-service custom home design and construction, primarily in the Chicagoland North Shore area. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/134587832/list/wish-list) — 13 ideas - [PR](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113980822/list/pr) — 30 ideas [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/onebuilders) ## Community Q&A **Q: paint color in kitchen and blue in other room** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The Kitchen paint color is Benjamin Moore \#1550. The Dining Room color is Benjamin Moore \#1636. Best of luck! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. 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