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172 Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms

When building a new house, people often turn to architects to kick off the project. However, a different model is becoming quite popular: design-build. Instead of dividing tasks between separate architecture and construction companies, you can hire a full-service Nashville design-and-build company to complete your entire project, from initial sketches through final construction. Learn more about how to choose the right design-build pros in Nashville, TN for your home project below: More
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  • Modern in Wedgewood
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    Dan Morehouse started Hallmark in 1999 with the vision to “build excellence with integrity.” He saw a need for a b...

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  • Timber Frame Home in Rock Island, Tennessee
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    Tennessee's Timber Frame Design & Build Firm Best of Houzz 2015-2016

    We design and build hand crafted timber frame structures (including outdoor living spaces) that envelope our clien...

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  • Nashville Whole House Remodel
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    The Wills Company is an award-winning, residential, design/build remodeling and handyman firm located in West Nash...

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  • Kitchens by Hughes Edwards Builders
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    Middle Tennessee Custom Home Builder - 3x Best of Houzz Winner

    We pride ourselves on being Middle TN’s premier builder of custom homes & the area’s renovation specialist of choi...

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  • Garage Apartment
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    Distinctive | Enduring | Efficient We are an integrated design/build firm with a full-service custom woodworkin...

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    Nashville & Williamson County’s Builder of Distinctly Designed Homes

    Our team has almost 50 years of home building and design experience and is committed to using the latest technolog...

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    Trace Ventures of Nashville is a nationally recognized, award-winning remodeling firm proudly serving our communit...

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    Nashville's Award Winning Green Home Builder

    As the most trusted custom home builder in Nashville and Middle Tennessee, we don’t just build dream houses. We ma...

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    CDP (Creative Design Professionals) Architecture, LLC is a full-service architecture firm located in Nashville, TN...

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    Click to call3.2 miles from Nashville, TN
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    Kansas City's Local Design Build Firm & Home Decor Showroom

    We specialize in everything about your home. From concept to construction our team of designers, architects, fabri...

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    Whether it’s bringing your older home into the future through chic and savvy restoration or making current design...

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    We specialize in design-build, concept-to-completion, and turn key. Whether engaging in urban infill, raw land...

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    ACM LLC is a Design Build Construction and Residential Building Design firm located here in Nashville, Tennessee....

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    We have over twenty-five years of experience building high-end, custom homes and light commercial properties. Man...

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    ABM is a multi-faceted design firm that serves the interiors market for both commercial and residential clients....

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    At Carbine & Associates our mission is to produce a premier product meeting the quality and value expectations of...

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    We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our...

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    Platinum Renovations LLC, is based out of Nolensville, TN. We build custom homes, garages, shops, metal buildings...

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    Click to call16.4 miles from Nashville, TN
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    Build Your Dream - Elite Nashville Development is the fastest growing Residential Development Company in Nashville...

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    Click to call4.9 miles from Nashville, TN
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    A Nashville native, I have been in construction and Interior design for over 10 years. After working in residentia...

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    Click to call7.3 miles from Nashville, TN
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Featured Reviews for Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms

Homestead Timber Frames
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Apr 15, 2014
“Homestead Timber Frames built a Farmers Market for the City of Dresden. Homestead Timber Frames sent us detailed updates and pictures every week of the construction phase in house. They were very detailed in the expectations from us. Once on site, the crew was very professional and experienced in their work. We could not be happier with the finished product. I recommend Homestead Timber Frames to anyone looking for quality craftsmanship, personal attention, and a great working relationship.”
Hughes Edwards Builders
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Jan 3, 2013
“I have had the pleasure of working with Bryan Edwards of Hughes Edwards builders on a home in Fairvue Plantation. Bryan had lots of innovative ideas like the custom cabinetry and the seated vanity. Bryan is creative, organized and full of integrity. He is a man of his word who gets the job done. I would highly recommend Bryan and Hughes Edwards Builders. They build a beautiful home with exquisite details.”
Hallmark Building Group, Inc.
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Jul 2, 2015
“Dan Morehouse is the most professional builder I have worked with at the residential scale. His estimating tools and communication skills far surpass those of any other residential builder I have seen. Both the homeowner and I felt informed from the beginning, and we were updated multiple times each week with photos and descriptions regarding the job's progress. I always felt engaged with the the project so I could weigh in on important issues as they happened. I recommend Dan to anyone looking to build a house or take on a large addition/renovation.”
Castle Homes
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Sep 22, 2012
“My husband and I hired Castle to transform a 1958 Ranch that we recently bought into anything but a ranch. From the architect, to budgeting, to the complete vision from a design stand point, Castle does it all and does it well. They are a quality builder and even on a tight budget you get more than you would with most. Why? Because the Castle standard is set very high. As they say, everyone deserves their castle.”
Wills Company
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Apr 6, 2014
“If I could give the Wills Company 10 stars, I would. There is no weak link in the chain at the Wills Company. Everyone from the principals to the project manager to the handyman service coordinator to the accounting office does their job with professionalism, extreme attention to detail and reliability. My husband and I spent nearly two years planning for and executing on the renovation of an old house. We wanted to bring the house into this century without losing any of its charm. Ridley Wills created a vision for the remodeled house that preserved the history of the house but made it work for a young family. Now that we are finished with the renovation, the Wills Company helps us maintain our house through their impeccable handyman service. I find that someone from the Wills Company is at my house at least once a week, making sure the air ducts are cleaned properly, that any peeling paint is touched up, that leaks are repaired quickly. I even call on them to hang heavy mirrors or arrange for the windows to be washed. It's like having a full time super at my house!”
Gill Design & Construction LLC
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Jul 25, 2012
“Jeremy Gill completely gutted our 70's style kitchen and replaced it with an updated, unique design. His mastery of wood created a warm, invititing, functional space that is now my favorite room in the house. We were worried that there would not be room for all the things stored in the two large pantries, but his innovative cabinet design more than made up for it while creating an open feeling. The finish on the cabinets makes the character of the wood stand out, and his attention to detail is outstanding. Anyone wanting something more than the standard fare from big box stores at a reasonable price should seriously consider Gill Design.”
Trace Ventures
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Jul 20, 2014
“We were very impressed with Trace Venture's work when we went to see a friend's kitchen they have renovated. It was beautiful and impressive. So, we decided to work with them in renovating our kitchen and den. It was the best decision we made. We were assigned a person, Mr. Mike Fly, who stayed at the site everyday and actually we began to see him as family. It was the middle of winter with three dogs in the house. Mike made sure that we had privacy and limited interference with our daily routine. The end result was more than we expected. We love our custom made cabinets, hutch and pantry. Our den is very comfortable and bright. We receive compliments from our friends concerning not only the built-ins but also the quality of work. Thank you Trace Ventures.”
CDP Architecture, LLC
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Jun 3, 2015
“I've worked with CDP on several projects and without any reservations would recommend them. They are remarkable at translating a client's vision into a finished product that stays within the frame of constructability and the client's project resources.”
Bynum Design
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Oct 29, 2014
“Visionary designer with the ability to incorporate modern and unique details in a classy way. A lot of fun to work with too.”
Giachery
Nashville, TN Design-Build Firms
Nov 21, 2016
“Giachery really got our dream of having a contemporary, thoughtfully designed space in a traditional housing market. His help ensuring that the house's architecture style extended to even the smallest interior and construction details went above and beyond what most builders take the time to invest in a home.”
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What is a design-build firm?


Design-build firms take on the responsibilities of architects, contractors and construction companies, all under one roof. These full-service firms focus on a streamlined design-build process — from the initial design to the estimating phase to physical construction — in the hope of creating an efficient experience for both the client and the company. Because the entire project is happening within one company, Nashville design-build firms are able to overlap the design and construction phases of the project, which often speeds up the project significantly. In addition, these firms work to minimize risks for the project owner through single-point responsibility contracts. However, depending on the firm, you may still want to contact an interior designer or architect to help create the exact look you want. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of design-build firms: Interior Designers & Decorators, Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Architects & Building Designers, Photographers.

Before deciding on a residential design-and-build company in Nashville, TN, think about what you want from your new home. Do you want a large kitchen for entertaining? Do you need several bedrooms for children and guests? Do you want a finished basement for extra space or storage? Look for Nashville design-builders that specialize in the areas you're looking for. Budget is obviously a determining factor in the outcome of your project. To make sure you stay within your means, consider making a must-have list and a wish list. Gauge where the estimates are falling to determine which design-build contract can realistically strike the balance between the two.

Questions to ask a prospective Nashville design-builder:


  • How long have you been in the design-build construction business?
  • How many projects like mine have you completed?
  • Who will be working on the project?
  • Are the workers employees or subcontractors?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • Who is your designer, and what are his or her qualifications?
  • Are your employees licensed and insured?
  • How do you charge, and what does that include?
  • Can you give me a written estimate?
  • What do your services include?
  • When can this job get done?
  • What happens when cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?

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