New & Custom Home Builders Near Toledo

“I’ve meant to write this review for a long time, because we are overjoyed with our new home. Clearly, embarking on the journey of building a new home can be a daunting step. It requires a leap of faith to trust someone with your vision for the place where you will live your life. I am writing this to offer that same confidence and encouragement to anyone currently standing at that threshold, as our experience working with Michael Klement and the team at Architectural Resource was nothing short of life-changing. From the very beginning, the AR team listened intently to our “dream list.” They didn't just meet our expectations; they honored our vision while developing it in ways we hadn't imagined possible. We wanted a home that would allow us to “age in place” with grace and ease, and the team delivered a space that is both stunning and extremely functional. They prioritized accessibility without compromising the aesthetics of the home, creating a seamless, flat floor plan throughout the main level that is perfect for my wife’s mobility needs (and for my own physical limitations). The home is fully ADA compliant, and the inclusion of an elevator serving all three floors has been a genius addition that we rely on daily. Every detail—from the dedicated library and office that make remote work actually “fun,” to the bike shop for my cycling fervor and the observation deck that frames our forest and pond views—reflects a deep understanding of how we live. Architectural Resource is a renowned expert in sustainable, off-the-grid design, and the AR team’s commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in every corner of the property. The home is powered by solar and geothermal energy, and the site includes features like tiered landscaping and rain gardens to manage stormwater. Because of the team’s rigorous dedication to sustainability, our home achieved LEED Platinum certification—the highest honor given by that organization for homes that focus on environmental and human health. The house has also become the heart of our family life. AR’s guidance to “upsize” by including additional bedrooms was one of the best decisions we made; it has allowed us to host our entire family for the holidays, creating wonderful memories. Our kitchen, designed with dual appliances and an expansive island, has become the centerpiece for entertaining, while the separate four-season greenhouse—complete with features and utilities a Master Gardener could only dream of—has fulfilled my wife’s passion for planting. The team at Architectural Resource didn't just build us a house; they built us a sanctuary, where we can live out our lives in comfort and ease. If ever needed again, I would hire the AR team in a second. They turned our dreams into a reality that far exceeded what we thought was possible. If you are considering an architect for your own journey, I hope our experience gives you the courage to take that first step. You would be in the best possible hands.”

“I approached Meadowlark with the need for a significant renovation to transform a poorly laid out bathroom/spa into a safe, first floor accessible bathroom suite for an elderly client/friend following a fall and broken hip. I laid out an aggressive goal of compressing the design/build schedule as my friend would need to remain in a rehab center while the project was completed. The following business day Meadowlark’s President Melissa Kennedy met me on site and brought their head of construction, and project manager ready to get to work. (I was impressed). I provided them with a clear scope of work and challenged them on how much they could compress the schedule as we needed the project finished yesterday. Eight weeks later we brought my friend home from rehab to a much safer, redesigned home. The eight weeks included both the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. At the top of the list of Meadowlark’s strengths are their people and leadership, and willingness to challenge themselves. Most contractors would have politely explained that my goals were unachievable. Second would be their handling of inevitable issues that arise in any remodeling project. I can’t say enough about Sarah Petersen, our Project Manager, who was key. A firm is only as good as their employees and pool of contractors, especially in our circumstances, and Meadowlark has a pool of high quality contractors. As we neared the completion concerns arose about everything being ready for a safe return home, and Melissa and Sarah met me onsite on a Sunday morning to review remaining work. The relationships Meadowlark has with their contractors became clear by how contractors responded to insure final details were completed. Meadowlark was also able to include refinishing the home’s wood floors and incorporate a new powder room and laundry facilities to the project scope without delaying the schedule. Due to the circumstances the project was structured on a time and materials basis. There are few contractors I would trust with this arrangement on something this size. While transparency could have been improved I am satisfied with the resulting total costs and Meadowlark deserved every penny of the margin earned on this project. Overall A+.”

“Iron Rose Custom Renovations did an amazing job on our bathroom remodel. Al Saling is very knowledgeable and I felt like he listened to what we wanted during the consultation while asking questions and making suggestions that made the bathroom even better than I imagined. Al, Owen and team are easy to work with, professional and respectful. We definitely will use them for any future remodeling we do!”