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address: "827 N Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204, United States"
latitude: 39.772
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# Dorfman Design Builders

Original Houzz profile: [Dorfman Design Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/dorfman-design-builders-pfvwus-pf~940550259)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** General Contractors
- **Location:** Indianapolis, IN
- **Serves:** Central Indiana
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

It was 1963, I was 15 years old and I had a summer job working on a paint crew, so I guess you could say I have been involved in the remodeling industry for over 50 years. I thought then that this was not the life for me.  I re-entered the industry in 1975 at time when the prevailing perception was that remodelers were either at worst a bunch of thieves or at best second class citizens in the world of builders.  I have spent nearly all of my professional career working both within the industry and in the community to change that perception.

I have tried to create the most professional remodeling company that is possible in order to continually produce great remodeling projects.  I believe that it takes a team of quality people working well together to complete those projects and it is my job to nurture that team.  To that end I have developed a simple business philosophy.  I try to treat my employees, sub-contractors, vendors, suppliers, clients and competitors with respect as hard-working adults who deserve my best every day.  As a result I hope to get their best every day in return.

I like to tell my clients that they are about to make a new temporary best friend and as in any relationship there will be a few bad days mixed in with the good days. That we need to work together to overcome the problems so that we can enjoy the project.  In other words I want my clients to be on the team

Over the years I earned a designations as a Certified Remodeler and Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler from NARI and recently qualified as the first Master Certified Remodeler in Indiana.

It is now 2015 and as I look back at my 50-year involvement in the remodeling industry and I realize that I was mistaken back in 1963.  This is the life for me.

### Services Provided

- Kitchens
- Baths
- Whole House
- Room Additions

### Areas Served

- Central Indiana

### Typical Job Cost

$25,000 - $1,000.000

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Dorfman Design Builders |
| Address | 827 N Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204, United States |
| Phone | (317) 638-3717 |
| Website | http://www.godorfman.com |
| License Number | 518803 |
| Followers on Houzz | 25 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Dorfman Design Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/dorfman-design-builders-pfvwus-pf~940550259)
- **Website:** http://www.godorfman.com
- **Phone:** (317) 638-3717

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2004 Indiana Remodeler of the Year
- 2003 Regional CoTY Award: Room Addition $250,000
- 2009 Master Design Award for Kitchens $50,00-$100,000
- from Qualified Remodeler Magazine

**Affiliations**
- [National Association of the Remodeling Industry](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-the-remodeling-industry-pfvwus-pf~1954795205)
- [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews**

### All 3 reviews

**★★★★★ — Bin There Dump That - Indianapolis, Nov. 2015**

> We have had the pleasure to work with Larry and his team for several years now.  What we find unique about Larry and his team are his attention to detail and informative feedback.  We are confident you will find Dorfman Design Builders a great company to work with!

**★★★★★ — Godby Hearth & Home, June 2015**

> We work with Dorfman Design Builders as a subcontractor/product supplier.  We work with a large number of remodelers in Central Indiana and find Dorfman Design Builders to be among the best in the industry.  They are very respectable and have a high level of integrity.  We have found working with their other trade contractors to be a positive and professional experience.

**★★★★★ — Laura, June 2015**

> i have worked with Larry Dorfman for years. Larry has absolutely one of the most creative design builder and remodel teams. Along with fantastic designs, Larry is a client advocate, he will work to the end to make sure the client has a great project. i would highly recommend the Dorfman Design Buider

## Selected projects

- [Willowgate - Kitchen, Sunroom, Great Room Remodels](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/willowgate-kitchen-sunroom-great-room-remodels-pj-vj~1099238)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 12
- [Springmill - Master Bathroom Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/springmill-master-bathroom-remodel-pj-vj~1081687)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Alderly - Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alderly-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~1081751)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 10
- [Holliday Drive - Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/holliday-drive-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~1083402)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 15
- [Olde Mill Condo - Whole Condo Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/olde-mill-condo-whole-condo-remodel-pj-vj~1081572)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 17
- [88 Alderly - Kitchen, Powder Room & Master Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/88-alderly-kitchen-powder-room-and-master-bath-remodel-pj-vj~1081760)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Washington Boulevard - Whole House Remodel & Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-boulevard-whole-house-remodel-and-addition-pj-vj~1081625)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 34
- [Winthrop Avenue - Kitchen and Porch Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winthrop-avenue-kitchen-and-porch-remodel-pj-vj~1097176)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 11
- [New Jersey Street - Kitchen & Family Room Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-jersey-street-kitchen-and-family-room-remodel-pj-vj~1081613)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 16
- [Manning Road - Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manning-road-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~1081699)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 35
- [Towne Road - Kitchen, family room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/towne-road-kitchen-family-room-pj-vj~1147325)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 23
- [Regal Drive - Kitchen, dining, hearth room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/regal-drive-kitchen-dining-hearth-room-pj-vj~1123668)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 22
- [Winthrop - Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winthrop-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~1099561)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9

[See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/dorfman-design-builders-pfvwus-pf~940550259)

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