--- title: "Ryan Homes and Development — Home Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/ryan-homes-and-development-pfvwus-pf~973208562 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~973208562.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Ryan Homes and Development" category: ["Home Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/32c3759b0ec429ec_5590-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "500 West Monroe, Springfield, Illinois 62704, United States" latitude: 39.7725 longitude: -89.6889 phone: "(217) 523-3976" website: http://homesanddevelopment.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 22 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 191 last_updated: 2026-09-07 --- # Ryan Homes and Development Original Houzz profile: [Ryan Homes and Development](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/ryan-homes-and-development-pfvwus-pf~973208562) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Builders - **Location:** Springfield, IL - **Serves:** Springfield - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (22 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2016), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves Mike and Paula Ryan are full time builders. We build custom homes (your lot or one in our subdivision), and speculative homes in our subdivisions. We also remodel bath, kitchen and whole house remodeling projects. We are the developers of Buckley Ridge Estates and Salem Estates. Along with the construction company, Paula is the owner of Paula Ryan Designs. Working together provides an added service to clients; you get over 41 years of building experience from Mike and 20 plus years of design knowledge from Paula. Not only will your project be built well, but will also look picture "Houzz" worthy when complete! ### Services Provided - New Home Construction - Custom Homes - Home Remodeling - Home Additions ### Areas Served - Springfield ### Typical Job Cost We have worked on small bathroom remodels to large scale homes and every where in between. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Ryan Homes and Development | | Address | 500 West Monroe, Springfield, Illinois 62704, United States | | Phone | (217) 523-3976 | | Website | http://homesanddevelopment.com | | Followers on Houzz | 191 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://homesanddevelopment.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Ryan Homes and Development](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/ryan-homes-and-development-pfvwus-pf~973208562) - **Website:** http://homesanddevelopment.com - **Phone:** (217) 523-3976 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Featured home in Springfield Scene Magazine. Mike was President of Springfield Area Home Builders Association. Paula has served on various volunteer boards and committees; Denim and Diamonds, Kings Daughters, Parent Teacher Board President to name a few. - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2016), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 22 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Springfield Electric Lighting and Design, April 2017** > Working with Mike and Paula has always been a great experience for Springfield Electric. It has developed into a great partnership over the years and their business is greatly appreciated. I love the creativity Paula brings with each project she works on. Regardless of the size of project Paula is working on she is constantly challenging herself and us to provide a different look for her customers. It is a challenge we love being a part of. **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Thanks Scott! I love the service, quality and variety that I get from everyone at Springfiled Electric. Buying local and being able to see the products is so helpful when choosing lighting for my customers! **★★★★★ — Susan Day, Dec. 2016** > Paula is one of those people who simply has a great eye -- for decorating, for space planning, color, furniture arrangement, accessorizing. She is also a joy to work with because of her positive energy. Each home I have seen that she has worked in is completely comfortable and reminds me of the owner. In addition to partnering with her to dress her clients windows with blinds or drapery, i have also invited her to help decorate my personal home. **★★★★★ — bkasprzyk, Oct. 2015** > Working with Mike & Paula Ryan was an absolute Joy. They are very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful in the home building/buying process. After seeming the quality of work they provide, it's easy to see a noticeable difference in their work vs. others. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! **★★★★★ — glutchka95, Sept. 2015** > Mike and Paula built our first new home in Northlake Shore in 1999. We trusted Mike and Paula to build a second home in 2014/2015 because we knew they would deliver a quality well built home on spec and on budget. They did just that. Paula was an amazing benefit in the interior design and selection process for our home. Paula joined us in all of our meetings with the contractors and material providers in the building process. Her experience simplified the selection process and added design ideas at each meeting. The contractors used by Ryan Construction were all first rate. We are totally satisfied with our new Ryan built home. **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Thanks Greg and Kari, so much fun building for you guys...and we're still friends after 2 builds. The best thing about building for you was not just getting to build such a cool, unique home but getting to spend more time with you! **★★★★★ — Lori Hazelwood, Sept. 2015** > "When my husband and I decided that it was time for a home renovation, we knew that we needed to hire an expert, which is exactly why we hired Paula Ryan. We initially met with Paula and discussed our style, expectations, and budget. She transformed our vague ideas and created a modern design for our living room, including a new furniture layout, furniture selection, rugs, and accent pieces. Paula's involvement in our home renovation made the entire experience less stressful and I felt confident that the final product was going to be tailored to my needs. Her ‘to scale' sketches of furniture placement helped us envision the final outcome. Most importantly, Paula listened to my needs and used her expertise to suggest accent pieces and furnishings. Since I really did not have a clear image of what my style exactly was, Paula was patient in helping me discover this and always respected my choices. My house would not be what it is today without her expertise." We also hired Paula Ryan for a guest half bath renovation. The bathroom is gorgeous my guest alway compliment on how fantastic it looks she coordinated everything. We didn't have to do a thing but watch the beautiful transformation. Fantastic job highly recommended! **★★★★★ — melissa2756, May 2015** > I have worked with Ryan Homes & Development for many years and have not only gotten to know them as professionals, but as friends. Anytime I have a customer who needs to build, design or remodel their home, I always refer them to RYAN because I know they will get the job done right! Paula is fun to work with, always positive and takes the time to listen to what will work for you. Highly recommended. **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Thanks Melissa! I love getting referrals and really appreciate you sending your customers my way. It's a great partnership **★★★★★ — Carla Peavy, April 2015** > I've worked with Paula over the years on may of her projects when lighting is needed. She is great to work with; in that she appreciates presented ideas and makes the job fun. Her style is always leading edge with today's designs. Paula has a talent for selecting the perfect colors for any project she does. **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Oh thanks Carla, it's great to have you as a resource to find the lights that I dream up! **★★★★★ — sandyhamilton20, April 2015** > We hired Paula to makeover our son, Charlie's, room. Wow doesn't even describe how this room turned out. It was incredible. Exactly what we wanted from new furniture, to newly painted walls to artwork that is out-of-this world. It was just absolutely amazing! **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > This was one of my favorite jobs! I loved working with you on the surprise for your son's new room. Thanks for asking me to be a part of the project and I look forward to revamping the rest of the house when you're ready! **★★★★★ — elbeedee, April 2015** > Paula is incredibly creative and is bursting with ideas on how to add fun elements to any home. I'd recommend her to anyone looking to revamp their space, big or small! **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Thanks!!! > I love what I do and learning about each of my customers design style and making it their home unique. **★★★★★ — rwheeler, April 2015** > We have been working with Ryan Homes and Development over the years. Ryan Homes always goes above and beyond any expectations for their clients and those they work with. Paula has vision, organization, effort, and enthusiasm that just can't be compared. It's enjoyable to work with someone who loves what they do. **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Thanks Rick, it's a great partnership. The cabinets sell themselves but if you don't have someone like you put my ideas on paper they aren't any good. Thanks for making my visions come to life! **★★★★★ — THE CLOSET GUY, April 2015** > I worked with Paula Ryan to help update a few areas in my home. She helped me pick out paint colors - helped me decide where to hang photographs- helped me pick out curtains/lamps etc. She was conscious of my budget and my sense of style. It was totally worth hiring Paula to help me make these decisions. I have implemented her suggestions and love the results. I recommend her to everyone! **Comment from Ryan Homes and Development:** > Thanks Amy, I love working with people like you who have a budget and helping you get the most bang for your buck! And when I work with friends like you I get to know you even better. Thanks for including me in on your project(s) **★★★★★ — HU-3948176, April 2015** > Mike and Paula do a great job on their new homes and remodeling . Not only is the quality great but they are excellent in the design aspect. > Once you get beyond the design and functionality of the layout, Paula goes to work on putting her touch on the interior space. > Paula has a great eye for design and color which can be one of the biggest advantages in finishing off the project. > Paula is one of the best I have had the opportunity to work with over the past 30 years when it comes to a remodel project. Paula has the ability to not only come up with a vision but utilize and create both form and function within whatever space she has to work with . ## Selected projects - [Danby Marble Kitchen Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/danby-marble-kitchen-project-pj-vj~1094167) - Location: Springfield, IL - Photos: 18 - Description: This beautiful home is a product of Paula Ryan Designs in Springfield, IL. We enjoyed doing her countertops in this fantastic home. The kitchen has Marble countertops which look stunning and bathrooms were highlighted with beautiful granite vanity tops. We appreciate the opportunity to take part in such a great project and great customer! - [Good bye dated oak cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/good-bye-dated-oak-cabinets-pj-vj~1536246) - Location: Chatham, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: Homeowner came to me wanting a fresh look and update, but didn't want to spend money changing cabinets. The layout of kitchen was great, but we extended the island for more work space and to get one more stool on the bar. We painted the cabinets, new floor, quartz tops, added LOTS of light, undercounter, puck lights and fixtures, back splash, carpet and painted the brick fireplace...and new furniture and accessories! - [Rural Chatham meets Pacific NW style](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rural-chatham-meets-pacific-nw-style-pj-vj~1211713) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 65 - Description: This home was custom designed with the owners input on their style and budget-trying to create a wow factor on their budget. They wanted to keep the home feeling like it belonged in the Pacific Northwest and capture the beautiful outdoors inside by adding large windows where ever we could. - [Buckley Ridge Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/buckley-ridge-custom-home-pj-vj~724166) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: This is a custom home we built on a beautiful, wooded-walk out lot. They wanted it to be a warm, family home that they could entertain family and friends and also be comfortable for them as their family moves out. We used neutral walls, dark wood floors, which made the white cabinets and trim pop! - [Washington Street Condo update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-street-condo-update-pj-vj~1200654) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - [warm tones showcased in Buckley Ridge Estates](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warm-tones-showcased-in-buckley-ridge-estates-pj-vj~200610) - Location: springfield, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: This home was built in one of our unique subdivisions for the area. It has trees! So we tried to give it a modern yet woodsy feeling to it. The warm tiles and interesting detail in kitchen ceiling are real show stoppers! - [Galley kitchen remodel in Leland Grove](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/galley-kitchen-remodel-in-leland-grove-pj-vj~1053420) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - [90's ranch remodel in Panther Creek](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/90-s-ranch-remodel-in-panther-creek-pj-vj~200519) - Location: springfield, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: This was a home that had been sitting for sale for awhile with no interest because it was so dated. We made a lot of improvements to it. Added crown molding and painted the kitchen cabinets, knocked down a wall in between the kitchen and family room to open up. Added hardwood and new tile. Added can lights and new light fixtures. We also changed windows to more efficient white windows. - [2 story Showcase home in Centennial Park Place](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2-story-showcase-home-in-centennial-park-place-pj-vj~200675) - Location: springfield, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: This was a showcase of homes house to benifit our local children's hospital. Because it was a 2-story it lent itself to a more traditional whimsical feel to it. - [Custom home in Buckley Ridge Estates](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-home-in-buckley-ridge-estates-pj-vj~202222) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: This home was customized for an "empty nester" couple, their grandchildren lived close by, so they wanted it to be family friendly for them. It also backs up to the bike trail, so they wanted a great back screened in porch to take advantage of the view. - [Spec ranch home in Buckley Ridge Estates](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spec-ranch-home-in-buckley-ridge-estates-pj-vj~200580) - Location: springfield, IL - Photos: 16 - Description: This was built as a "spec" home, we do not do track homes in our area, rather design build. This home was built in Buckley Ridge Estates, one of 2 subdivisions we own. It is 2700 sq.ft up and 1800 finished in lower level. 5 bedroom home. You would typically see builder beige in our area, but I wanted to show some fresh clean colors. It is an open floor plan, so I used 3 different paint colors to tie everything together but still pretty neutral. - [Ranch home in Centennial Park-showcase home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ranch-home-in-centennial-park-showcase-home-pj-vj~200714) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: open floor plan, with a clean fresh feeling, large master suite and office off the kitchen! - [spanish style home in Tara Hill Subdivision](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-style-home-in-tara-hill-subdivision-pj-vj~200730) - Location: springfield, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: This home has lots of curb appeal, from the iron front door to the dryvitt exterior! - [Leland Grove Traditional Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leland-grove-traditional-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~434234) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Chatham Contemporary Custom New Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chatham-contemporary-custom-new-build-pj-vj~201635) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - Description: Contemporary home with clean finishes, yet still a warm and inviting space. Tile floors and custom features throughout. - [White kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-kitchens-pj-vj~434273) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/ryan-homes-and-development-pfvwus-pf~973208562) ## Ideabooks - [greenwald](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111661712/list/greenwald) — 5 ideas - [bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110288834/list/bath) — 9 ideas - [gill](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109499271/list/gill) — 2 ideas - [stain trim](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/105659543/list/stain-trim) — 4 ideas - [kitchen ideas for specs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/41645976/list/kitchen-ideas-for-specs) — 70 ideas - [fireplace-tv](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51899521/list/fireplace-tv) — 44 ideas - [living room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104482513/list/living-room) — 3 ideas - [bathroom ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/41646524/list/bathroom-ideas) — 68 ideas - [deb](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92295033/list/deb) — 8 ideas - [Window treatments](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57698264/list/window-treatments) — 15 ideas - [jodi](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/82813381/list/jodi) — 9 ideas - [ideas for customers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54056056/list/ideas-for-customers) — 62 ideas - [Erica](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71373605/list/erica) — 34 ideas - [ceiling details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/41643278/list/ceiling-details) — 11 ideas - [Book cases](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70864660/list/book-cases) — 4 ideas - [rugs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47164909/list/rugs) — 36 ideas - [blue couch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63199263/list/blue-couch) — 15 ideas - [cubby ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/41646034/list/cubby-ideas) — 18 ideas - [moldings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60024834/list/moldings) — 1 idea - [decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/46266048/list/decks) — 20 ideas [See all 25 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/paula-ryan) ## Community Q&A **Q: love the backsplash---Details?** *(in Photo Questions)* What is name of tile/manufacturer/model number? Where was it purchased? Thanks!! A: Sorry, I don't know, this was the one thing the customer did after she moved in-our installer installed, but she purchased the tile. I know it came from a local place Arizona Tile Company **Q: Would you sharing the name of the brick on the this house? Many Thanks** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I'm sorry, we built this some time ago and I don't recall, if you show the picture to a brick salesperson, they should be able to tell you **Q: what is the door colour ? and from what paint company ? Love this** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I know it's a benjamin moore color. I will look it up and let you know **Q: The doors are beautiful! Where did you get them?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I love the look of these too, but they have been a lot of trouble with closing etc...I wouldn't recommend them. Thermatru now carries similar style and much better quality that I have used. **Q: help with master bedroom, currently blank slate!** *(in Design Dilemma)* Would appreciate suggestions on window treatments, dresser, nightstands, lighting, etc. I've attached photos, limited wall space for much more than a chest of drawers (have wic so ok w/ that) I have a few ideas but looking for input .. color does not photograph accurately is "not quite gray not quite purple hybrid" Evening Twighlight-Valspar soft feminine and comfy the goal A: I would do sheer white panels **Q: pls what is the wall color and brand? Its very soothing** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I'm sorry I don't remember what color it is --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*