Distinctive Domain

Name: Distinctive Domain
Address: 16 Mt. Bethel Road - Suite 376, Warren, NJ, 07059, United States
Telephone: (732) 289-9333
Rating: 4.8

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Warren, NJ

Central Jersey Design Build Firm/Luxury Home Builder

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BEST of HOUZZ: RANKED #1 in WARREN, NJ Custom Home Builder and Luxury Home Remodeling Earning 5 STAR REVIEWS from our clients, your neighbors, since 2005. Distinctive Domain, LLC builds custom homes and remodels luxury homes in Warren, Basking Ridge, Watchung, Madison, and Chatham, NJ and is honored to be ranked #1 in Warren, NJ on Houzz.com. There are 3 reasons why. 1-Process 2-Team 3-Execution Our Process: Distinctive Domain understands that you want your own special place that reflects your style and taste. So, we use a trademark process, “The 5 Simple Steps.” ™ It allows you to describe what you want, the design team draws it, you approve it, and we build it. Our Team: Distinctive Domain assembles a team for each project, based on trust, in collaboration with architects, and interior designers. We use top sub-contractors and suppliers for each project to guarantee the highest quality building standards and a 5-Star client experience. Execution: Our clients expect the best and refuse to take unknown risks to cut costs. Close attention is paid to the requirements of time, budget, taste, and craftsmanship. Years of experience have increased expertise and capacity to integrate state of the art systems, value engineering, as well as practical solutions to unique and common design challenges. The first of The 5 Simple Steps is to schedule a complimentary idea session to discuss your project. Free estimates are always included. Distinctive Domain invites you to join our exclusive client community by calling Dan Pollera (732) 289-9333 or by email: Dan@distinctivedomain.com

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Architectural Design, Attic Conversion, Basement Design, Basement Remodeling, Bathroom Design, Bathroom Remodeling, Building Design, Construction Drawings, Custom Homes, Design Build, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, New Home Construction, Project Management, Renovation, Site Planning, Site Selection, Space Planning, Universal Design

Areas Served

Basking Ridge, Bedminster, Berkeley Heights, Bernardsville, Borough of Far Hills, Bridgewater, Chatham, Far Hills, Florham Park, Gillette, Gladstone, Liberty Corner, Lyons, Madison, Mendham, Millstone, Mountainside, New Providence, New Vernon, Peapack, Scotch Plains, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling, Summit, Warren, Warren Township, Watchung, Westfield

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Certified Luxury Builders

114 Projects for Distinctive Domain

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Modern Farmhouse Design - Basking Ridge, NJ

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5 Simple Steps of Home Building

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7 Gregory Lane - Lot 6.04 - Warren, NJ

34 Fairview East, Basking Ridge

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12 Gregory Lane, Warren

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15 Gregory Lane, Warren, NJ

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23 Reviews for Distinctive Domain

Sarika Arora

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Distinctive Domain really took the time to understand our needs - and constraints - to build a home that we could all be proud of. Pati, Jim, Dan and our on-site PM Mike, very quickly became a part of our extended family. They took a vested interest in the design (architecturally and aesthetically - flow/materials/colors/lighting/etc.), helping to enhance or offer alternatives that remained budget-friendly. When challenges arose, Distinctive Domain operated in a very solution-oriented, professional, and transparent manner. Suffice it to say, they were fair and friendly...and delivered a quality space that we gratefully call home. Highly recommend Distinctive Domain.

August 8, 2020

Nileem Jani

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We have built a custom home once before, but nothing compared to our experience with Distinctive Domain. Jim and Pati Brenn are a pleasure to work with. Everyone warned us that building custom is a nightmare, but they always make it interestjng and fun. These builders take pride in there work and it shows. We have about 4 more months to go before completion, but we already know the results are going to me amazing.

October 28, 2019

Adrienne Cortazzo

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It was a pleasure working with Distinctive Domain to build our custom home. Dan, Jim, Pati and Owen were professional and responsive during every phase. We took our time looking for someone to build us our dream home while staying in the town that we love. Distinctive has delivered with extremely high quality and beauty. We would highly recommend them for any home construction or renovation. They truly care for their clients and it cetainly shows in the finished product. Top notch!

August 23, 2019

TILOTTAMA MAJUMDAR

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After an exhaustive search encompassing both old and new houses in Warren, Watchung and Basking Ridge, we finally bought our home from Distinctive Domain in Warren in Nov 2018. The house was in final stages of construction and Jim and Dan made the process very smooth. They maintained scheduled timelines and we were able to meet all our deadlines. They are very professional and were always available to answer our questions and concerns. The house is well planned and constructed. The appliances are of high quality and as promised the house is energy efficient. We are also very pleased with the craftsmanship and the attention to detail. We highly recommend Distinctive Domain for any home building project.

March 17, 2019

Jim Brenn

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Distinctive Domain built me a small ranch house, took the job from design to completion. The quality was spot on, Dan and Jim were a pleasure to work with.

February 11, 2019

Jeffrey Law

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Disappointed after buying one of their custom homes 6 years ago. Did not live up contract terms with additional items at the time of closing. After living here for several years many of the “cheap” things have caused higher maintenance cost. We live next door to several of the other houses and it’s been the same experience.

January 16, 2019

Comment from Distinctive Domain:

Sorry you had a negative experience. If we were informed about an issue, we certainly would have addressed it. Feel free to call anytime if there is anything we can do.

Tony Marone

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Distinctive Domain is a true exception in the industry, with a mix of professionalism and creativity I found truly unique. They built an entire house for my family and provided clear upfront expectations on cost and timing (which they met!) as well as support along the way. I truly felt like I had a partner working with Jim and Dan, helping me understand the issues, make informed decisions, and keep the project moving forward on-time and on-budget. The Distinctive Domain team really cares about delivering a quality product and positive customer experience, and you feel that throughout the project. If you want reliability, fairness, and quality, I strongly recommend Distinctive Domain.

May 3, 2018

Jane Nicastro Disch

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I have had the pleasure of working with Jim Brenn of Disctintive Domain on many occasions throughout my career in realestate. I have found him and his team to be both knowledagable and professional at all times. Not only is Jim known for the quality of his craftsmanship but for being wiling and able to meet with buyers, walk properties( raw land) and work closely with them on determining their needs and wants for a custom built home. Once the buyer has selected a location they would like a home built on, Jim brings them to the next level and has them meet with his architect to create the home of their dreams. As soon as the plans are drawn up, Jims in house team works dilligently and effectively on pricing the job,reviewing and tweaking it with buyers until everyone is satisfied. Jim's demeanor is always calm and reassuring. He takes the time to make everyone feel like your are his only client, even though this certainly is not the case. I would highly recommend Jim Brenn and Distinctive Domain to my family, friends, coworkers and future clients!

February 7, 2018

Carl Jaeckel

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Distinctive built our custom home. They worked with us from the start - purchasing lot through design and build. They were extremely professional and the quality of the work is extraordinary. Just walk in my house or any of their projects and you will immediately see and feel the quality of the work. You will not find a better built home. The finished product is exceptional. They kept us informed and helped us every step of the way. They guided us during the selection process and helped us decide where we could save money and where it made sense to upgrade. This is a family business with people that care about building a great house and making sure the customer is satisfied with the finished product. Jim has been building houses for years. He is a true craftsman and his insight and advice are invaluable. We worked with Pati on design - tile selection, siding, flooring, fixtures, paint colors etc. She worked tirelessly to find what we wanted while keeping us within our budget. Dan handled the financial aspects of the project. He clearly defined the cost structure, payment schedule and dealt with all other miscellaneous items that popped up - his input and guidance was top notch. As a company they were always available to sit with us and address any issues or concerns that arose. They are fair and most importantly honest. This is a great group of people and you will not find a better company to build your home.

October 26, 2017

Nicole Bednarski

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I cannot say enough about the work and professionalism of Distinctive Domain. We sold our previous home and moved into our new home, built by Distinctive Domain, in the same day. On a day that could have been extremely stressful, Dan and Jim were unbelievably accommodating. The work they do is unlike any house we had come across in our months of house hunting. In fact, our lawyer stated that "she hasn't seen work like this in a long time" and couldn't believe how clean our home inspection came back. Since purchasing our home, Distinctive Domain has still been extraordinary. They have come to check on how we are doing, have provided small touch-ups to our home, and are all around a great family business. I cannot say enough about Distinctive Domain and would highly recommend them!

August 17, 2017

twnmxlmstr

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Purchased a home built by this company

Dan, Jim and Owen built the home we now live in. The craftsmanship in the home is beautiful, and we truly believe that Distinctive Domain homes are extremely well built. When we purchased the home, they had already completed it with no buyer. The attention to detail is amazing, the finishes they chose very high end. Owen is fantastic to work with, and he, Jim and Dan have made themselves available to us throughout the 2 years since we purchased the home. We recommend their work highly.

August 14, 2017

sksaran

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We hired Distinctive Domain to build our new family home. It started with an empty lot and resulted in a beautiful new home! Jim was very helpful from day one. He explained each step of the process, answered all of our novice questions, made suggestions based on his wealth of experience and ensured that our needs were met. Jim provided a timeline and progress updates as the project moved along. All of our guests compliment the great workmanship throughout the house. Overall, a great experience! Everyone at Distinctive Domain is courteous and professional, providing quality service in all aspects. Would definitely highly recommend!

September 22, 2015

tania1464

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Very professional and very personal is how we describe our experience and we highly recommend Distinctive Domain to any prospective buyer. The craftsmanship is top notch and is combined with a tremendous attention to all the little details. The gentlemen were easy to work with and went out of their way to accommodate our wishes and requests and truly made this house our home before we ever moved in. They also promised it would be complete, and then delivered it, prior to the school year beginning for our kids. This is our third new construction house in a little over a decade and it has been by far the best experience.

July 27, 2014

wdallan

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I've been doing business with Distinctive Domain for about 10 years. The principals are experienced, very capable, and trustworthy. It is a pleasure to do business with them.

May 12, 2014

rubinkaplan

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Our firm has represented Distinctive Properties LLC and their various companies as legal counsel in numerous matters over the past several years. In all of my dealings with Distinctive Properties LLC, they have acted in an honorable and financially responsible manner respecting my firm and all of the parties involved in each such matter. They have always followed the highest moral and ethical standards at all times. I have no hesitation to recommend Distinctive Properties LLC for any such matter, since I believe that they will give their full effort and attention and their participation will be a benefit to all parties involved.

April 30, 2014

rdowdy22

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Distinctive Domain has been a customer of mine 4 and one-half years. They have always performed as agreed, and have always been a professional. they have always provided to customers good quality at a fair price. I would highly recommend them as a customer or as a quality home builder.

April 30, 2014

keyasset

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I advance the construction draws based on my review of work in place.

Over the years I have inspected thousands of homes.I have met every type of builder there is.One thing that always gets my attention is the attention to detail I find on Dan's jobs.His jobs start with intricate plans,and finish with top quality tradesman doing upscale finishes that enhance value and long term saleability.Dan chooses the right areas to build in and has a track record of on time performance.He also keeps meticulous records regarding cost.You will pay for a quality home but you will get the Mercedes Benz equivalent in what you buy. If you want all the top finished,the highest grade of craftsmanship and a custom upscale home Dan is the person to call.

April 22, 2014

weiners5

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Dan and Jim are a pleasure to work with; delivered true to their word and to our contract; very professional in design-build management and in the construction itself. Equally important for us, Dan and Jim are very personable --facilitating a seamless process and a pleasant experience, despite all constraints presented. Our home had been completely destroyed by a lighting strike. The house had to be demolitioned and completely renovated using the existing foundation and footprint. We had a tight temporary housing timeline and renovation budget in accordance with insurance proceeds. It was very important for us to find a design-build company who understood our active family needs and help translate those needs into a home design that is also within budget while assuring on-time completion delivery. I called Distinctive Domain after watching one of their homes break ground and the frame very quickly go up. They showed us 2 other houses in different stages of the build, answered all of our questions and addressed concerns. Dan and Jim understood well our position. Their professionalism, years of experience and integrity shined through in their responses. They worked and guided us to get the best return on our investment. Their standard materials and finishes are of high quality . There was no skimping. We love our “new” house. It is truly a home. Distinctive Domain exceeded our expectations and wouldn’t hesitate to call on them for our next project.

April 10, 2014Last modified:April 10, 2014

theyl

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Dan Pollera and Jim Brenn, (partners in Distinctive Domain), are absolute professionals who are a pleasure to work with. Dan and Jim are aware of and plugged into todays home buyers wants and needs. They produce high quality new homes and renovations that feature not only fine finish detail but cutting edge structural and green building techniques. As a real estate professional who works with many new home builders and renovators, I never hesitate to offer Dan and Jim's names (Distinctive Domain) to clients. Tom Heyl Keller Williams Realty

April 7, 2014

sona_babui

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We hired the firm after reviewing some of their other works for a $700k+ project - complete demolition of our existing house and a full 4100sq ft build. Distinctive domain was the only entity we had to deal with, they took care of project planning, budgeting and all aspects of project execution. Everything was completed in time and within budget. We were fully satisfied with the results. It is a professionally run organization and Dan and Jim were great to work with. We recommend them highly and will certainly hire them again for future projects. If you are considering to hire this firm and would like to talk to us please contact Dan/Jim. They should be able to set up a meeting with us. Regards Grace, Roy

March 30, 2014

Christina Notaro

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Bought a new build from them which is almost complete

The builders in this group are extremely fair, timely and professional. Thus far it has been a pleasure to work with them.

March 26, 2014

tnecniv

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Our 5 year old townhouse, originally built by Distinctive Domain in Lavallette, NJ suffered the ravages of Hurricane Sandy and had to be rebuilt. We were so pleased with the quality and workmanship of the original structure that we re-hired them to rebuild it and return it to us as it was when we first purchased it. Once again, the quality and workmanship was above reproach, with much attention given to detail. Of equal importance was the personal attention we received. They were always readily available to address any questions or concerns. Our permanent home is several hours away from our townhouse, but they gave us e-mail updates on a regular basis on their progress and they completed the project on schedule. Finally, our experience with Dan Pollera and Jim Brenn, the owners of Distinctive Domain was an extremely positive one. They were pleasant and accommodating and exceeded our expectations in every way. Joanne and Frank D'Agostino

March 26, 2014Last modified:August 26, 2018

NJ Estates Real Estate Group/ Weichert

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One of the best companies to deal with in the area. In my over 30 years of dealing with builders and subs in the construction field, I would rate them among the top few. In fact if I was going to build myself a new home or make a addition they would be among my top choices.

March 26, 2014

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Commented: It would be nice to show credit to Joseph and Curtis since we built itDone - Thanks

November 1, 2016

Commented: What is the color and manufacturer of the wall paint?the color is gray horse by Benjamin Moore, pati

February 9, 2016

Commented: Could you please tell us the siding color? and make. thanksThe siding was by Certainteed, it has been discontinued. Sorry.

December 1, 2014

Commented: where are the mini chandeliers over the island from?They came from Circle Lighting http://circlelighting.com/

May 28, 2014

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