Last updated on May 27th, 2024 at 01:53 pm
Considered the most unique and eccentric city in the United States, New Orleans is home to a wonderful mix of history, culture, and art. The French-founded Crescent City lies on the banks of the Mississippi River and is known all over the world for its wonderful Creole cuisine, live jazz music, fun festivals like the Mardis Gras, and its beautiful architecture.
So it’s no surprise many are looking to build their homes in this vibrant city. Custom home building in New Orleans is a great opportunity for homeowners and contractors to reflect the city’s vibrant style. French, Spanish, Creole, and American Colonial influences are evident along with other styles such as Greek Revival, Victorian, and Italianate.
To create your dream home in this fantastic city, consider hiring one of the top builders in the area. This list features renowned firms headed by seasoned contractors that will help you create an up-to-date home still in keeping with the historical and creole neighborhoods of New Orleans. They have built everything from modern mansions in Lakeview and Covington to European-style residences in the historic French Quarter.
Our researchers combed through extensive data to determine the top luxury contractors in New Orleans. In the firms below, you will find glowing reviews, solid experience, impressive portfolios, fine artistry, high-end design, and excellent customer service. Whether you are looking for a contractor to build a home representing the authentic cultures of New Orleans, or a home tailored to your personal tastes, there is a contractor for you.
If you are thinking about building a custom home, we recommend checking each builder’s license with the local licensing board, speaking to past clients, and using our bidding system to get competitive quotes from at least 3 contractors. Getting multiple bids is the best way to ensure you get a fair price and that bids include the complete scope of work. On the other hand, if you want to learn more about the cost of building a custom home in New Orleans, check out our cost guide article.
15) Southern Heritage Construction LLC
10124 Chenevert Rd. Waggaman, La 70094
With extensive experience and expertise, Southern Heritage Construction has delivered sophisticated and luxurious homes to the cities surrounding New Orleans since 2002. Owners Michael Ryan and his mother-in-law Beverly Watts, take pride in building exceptional custom houses. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, the duo has mastered the art of incorporating each client’s personal touch into existing designs.
The company is a member of the National Association of Home Builders, and the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans, and is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
Southern Heritage Construction prides itself on its attention to detail, it’s careful planning, and its close customer service. To facilitate this, they incorporate an advanced online project management system to keep clients updated and involved. Clients appreciate this, and it leads to many repeat customers and referrals.
14) Pentek Homes
1139 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. New Orleans, La 70113
Pentek Homes specializes in building luxury custom homes across New Orleans and the wider area. Living in the midst of New Orleans’s vast architectural heritage, owner Bo Pennington understands that creating and renovating homes here requires careful consideration of historic preservation and Historic District guidelines so that modern materials and design touches harmonize with the older architectural environment. At the same time, as a member of the New Orleans Home Builders Association and as a Licensed Louisiana State Certified General Contractor, Pennington keeps Pentek Homes up to date with the latest trends and styles. Founded in 2011, this is a fast-growing firm and increasingly one of the leading home builders in New Orleans.
This custom home built on Toledano St. in Uptown New Orleans exudes a gothic architectural style with its custom turned columns, and mirrors the historic and rich architecture of the late 1800s.
13) RMC Construction
700 Papworth Ave, Suite 105, Metairie, LA 70005
A native of Metairie, Louisiana and a builder at heart, Ray Chatagnier established RMC Construction in 2006. He previously ran his father’s framing company and has since gained a wide array of construction experience. Chatagnier was struck by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and inspired to build people their dream homes, designed to be beautiful and to last them a lifetime.
The firm builds throughout the Greater New Orleans Area and is known for building compact, traditional homes with a more contemporary take. RMC’s work appeared in the 2018 Parade of Homes organized by the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans, and in previous home shows.
RMC prides itself on prioritizing customer needs, and on producing only high-quality workmanship in conjunction with top craftsmen and tradesmen. They offer clients custom home building services, large-scale remodeling, and house additions.
12) Reynolds Developments
1908 Wildair Drive New Orleans, LA 70122
Reynolds Developments is a New Orleans based boutique development company that builds custom homes in modern and contemporary styles. They specialize in new residential construction, custom home building, and infill development. The company sees the customs building process as a significant personal event for the client. Acknowledging this, they offer a hands-on design-build experience with particular attention to the customer’s needs and budget.
The company’s work offers a fresh take on the classic Southern style most commonly found in New Orleans. Veering off of the old and introducing the new, most of their projects feature a modern twist on farmhouse styles, using elevated or raised foundations, wrap-around porches, and recessed windows.
The company is a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans. Their Lakeview modern farmhouse, seen here, was featured on the 2018 Parade of Homes. The 2,800 sq. ft. home features a muted color palette, 12’ ceilings with reclaimed wood ceiling beams, a waterfall kitchen island, and an outside fireplace.
11) Schneider Construction and Restoration Inc.
5301 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70124-1713
Schneider Construction is a locally-owned and operated general contractor specializing in custom home building and major residential renovations mostly in the Orleans and Jefferson Parishes. Old Metairie local Larry Schneider founded the company in 2002 after serving as project manager in another general contracting service. He brought his knowledge and experience from a big firm to his work on smaller-scale residential projects, focusing on retaining that old world New Orleans charm and style.
The company has done over 150 projects, mixing old and new designs, with influences from French, Caribbean, Greek Revival, and old American styles. A home from Schneider Construction can range in cost from $50,000 to $2 million. They have done residential projects in several prominent areas such as Metairie, New Orleans, and River Ridge.
Schneider Construction has earned merit awards in restoration and renovation from the New Orleans Historic District Landmarks Commission for their outstanding work on historic preservation. The company has been featured in several publications such as the Times-Picayune, Preservation in Print, Gambit, Southern Living, Inside New Orleans, and Professional Remodeler, gracing the cover of the latter’s November 2012 issue. They are also a member of the National Association of Home Builders and the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans.
10) Hyman Bartolo Jr. Contractors
1100 Mac Arthur Ave. Harvey, LA 70058
Hyman Bartolo Jr. Contractors, Inc. has built dream homes in the New Orleans Metro Area for the past 20 years. Principals Hyman Bartolo Jr. and Gerald Mire pride themselves on providing quality service through exquisite attention to detail and use of high-quality materials.
Since 2016, the company has been the chosen contractor to build the official New Orleans St. Jude Dream Home. The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is an annual raffle to benefit pediatric cancer patients where winners get to own a new custom-built luxury home built by local members of communities nationwide. This year’s St. Jude Dream Home is located at Lakeview. At 3000 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, HBC’s luxury home has an estimated value of $600,000. The firm’s work has also been featured in Builders + Architects Magazine & New Orleans Homes & Lifestyles. HBC is a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans and is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
9) Reve Construction
325 Belle Terre Blvd., Laplace, La 70068
Though a mid-sized firm in Southern Louisiana, Reve Construction is a prolific and efficient home builder. The company, headed by the finance and construction duo of Randy Noel and Bill Bourgeois, works on as many as 60 custom home building projects per year. Their efforts have led to the creation of more than 1,000 homes in the area. Despite that, the company says, “Reve’s fast construction pace never detracts from the attention given to its customers or to the home building process.”
Randy Noel is a celebrated construction industry veteran. Early in 2018, he was elected Chair of the National Association of Home Builders; he previously served on its Board of Directors. Noel was also named as the Builder of the Year by the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans Area and was inducted into the Louisiana Builders Hall of Fame.
Reve’s projects include high-end, Southern-style homes with manicured landscapes set in highly-desired neighborhoods. Reve Construction provides general contracting for custom home construction in the areas of New Orleans, Hahnville, Killona, Harvey, Destrehan, and others. The firm offers pre-designed floor plans in addition to their customized homes.
8) Guidry Custom Homes
6034 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70124
Guidry Custom Homes has a long history of providing elegant custom homes and residential renovations that reflect the rich and long history of the Big Easy. Founded in 1987, the business has given owners Joe Guidry and Stephen Guidry plenty of opportunities to hone their skills in providing excellent work and efficiently addressing the needs of clients.
This local firm has built residences in various architectural styles and forms in areas such as Gretna, Metairie, Slidell, Mandeville, Madisonville, Covington, and Bridge City. Their projects bring out the eclectic beauty of New Orleans through their double-gallery homes, brick and stucco houses, and contemporary and avant-garde bungalows.
The firm is a regular participant in the annual Parade of Homes by the HBAGNO. Its work has been featured in 2015, 2017 and 2018 editions, showcasing the classic look of New Orleans homes that exude Southern charm. The owners hold the position of director in both the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans and the Louisiana Home Builders Association. The company is also a member of the National Association of Home Builders and the Better Business Bureau.
7) Troyer Builders
306 Schlief Drive, Belle Chasse, LA 70037
Troyer Builders is a prominent luxury homebuilder serving various highly-desired neighborhoods in Southern Louisiana. Founder Greg Troyer has more than 14 years of experience in custom home building and has developed a type of home construction aesthetic he calls a fusion of classic old world craftsmanship, modern design techniques, and traditional New Orleans symbolism.
To date, Troyer Builders has completed more than 200 custom luxury homes. The company says, “Greg believes the key to successful custom home building resides in listening to the desires of the client. He will help you match your desires with your budget and find innovative ways to maximize a few expenses and get more for your dollar.” The firm provides general contracting services, as well as design services through their in-house architect.
Troyer is a veteran participant of the annual local Parade of Homes, with five of their homes being showcased in the 2018 event. Apart from its membership to the New Orleans Home Builders Association, the firm is also a member of the Northshore Home Builders Association and the National Association of Home Builders.
6) Creative Builders of Louisiana
141 Robert E. Lee Blvd #138, New Orleans, LA 70124
Creative Builders of Louisiana, founded in the early 2000s, is committed to building beautiful structures as exactly envisioned by the homeowner. For the founder and manager, Adam Bertuglia, customer satisfaction takes top priority. Bertuglia also has the skills to match his clients’ demands. He came from a family of builders, spent his childhood summers working in the construction industry, and has been involved in home building ever since.
“Our customers have high expectations, which help us set the exceptional standards of excellence for which we are known. I am very involved every step of the way and like to share my ideas,” says Bertuglia of his firm. Creative Builders has been prominently featured in numerous Parade of Homes events. In 2017, three of their homes were showcased by the annual home show, and in 2018, five were selected.
5) Miller Building Company
2800 Hessmer Avenue, Metairie, LA · 70002
With roots going as far back as 1917, Miller Building Company has become one of the oldest and most-respected home building companies in New Orleans. The firm is family-run with Chance Miller and Wayne Miller taking the reins from their father, Earl Miller, in 1970. The company has completed more than 600 luxury residences in the greater New Orleans area. Its hundred years worth of building experience has given the firm the highest level of technical craftsmanship; it is best known for constructing mansions that exude contemporary flair and old-world elegance.
The Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans has named the company Builder of the Year and it was selected by Senior Living Magazine to construct a Holiday House in New Orleans. Company leaders also served as President of Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans and as a member of the Board of Directors of the New Orleans Home Builders Association. They are also members of the State of Louisiana Home Builders, and the National Home Builders Associations.
The firm is most proud of the letters they receive from clients praising their work. The company is notably personal in their handling of each project and maintains close collaboration with their clients throughout the process. The firm says it well, “with integrity, dedication and personalized attention, the Miller professional building team can create a home of exceptional beauty and quality – every time.”
4) Centanni Construction Co., Inc.
| 2156 3rd st. Unit D Covington, LA, US 70471
Founded in 1960 by Vincent Centanni Sr., Centanni Construction Company has continuously flourished and expanded throughout three generations. Vincent Centanni Jr., Marcela Centanni, and Vincent Centanni III work together to produce customized solutions for residential and commercial projects throughout Louisiana. For their recent projects, Centanni Construction won the 2018 Best Curb Appeal and Best Overall from Northshore Parade of Homes, and the company has been featured in articles on the Parade of Homes.
Centanni’s project ranges from $100k to $2M, depending on the client’s needs and specifications. In handling big projects like these, Centanni Construction makes sure that they deliver a professional and top quality service.
3) Entablature
| 8438 Oak Street, Suite C, New Orleans, LA 70118
Having more than 10 years of experience working for a regional builder and as a third generation builder, Chris Kornman, along with co-principal Scott Logan, has developed extensive experience and knowledge in construction. Kornman established Entablature with the goal of delivering award-winning homes. They take pride in working on impeccable new construction, historic renovations, and tenant build-outs. They aim to fit each client’s vision seamlessly into the historical surroundings of New Orleans. Entablature’s works have received numerous awards and features in publications like NOLA.com for their remodeling services. They won the 2017 Louisiana Remodeling Excellence Award from the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans & 2018 Best Builder Awards from the New Orleans Home & Lifestyle magazine.
Entablature is also a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans and National Association of Home Builders. Entablature typically handles projects worth $400k to $2M, making them one of the most high-end custom home builders in New Orleans. Their styles and building designs vary from modern to Greek revival houses.
2) TAG Homes
4405 N I-10 Service Rd W, Suite 100, Metairie, LA 70006
TAG Homes Inc. is a general contractor that primarily focuses on large residential and medium-sized commercial construction services in the Greater New Orleans Metropolitan Area. Owned by New Orleans native Thomas A. Gennusa, III, TAG Homes Inc. provides polished and high-quality work through their design-build process and onsite management. Honesty and integrity are the two values they promise their clients in building beautiful homes.
TAG has completed over 400 projects in the past 20 years. Their residential projects vary in styles ranging from traditional Southern-inspired mansions and cottages to sleek and modern houses. Their love for their home town’s style can also be seen in their commercial constructions and renovations where they incorporate much of the city’s multifaceted vibe and feel. One of their recent projects had Mediterranean and French influences that reflect the colorful history of New Orleans.
New Orleans Magazine recognized their skill and excellence in the craft by featuring the company in their 2015 and 2016 ‘Best of Home’ List (Home Builder / Contractor). Their beautiful all-white kitchens have earned features in the Junior League of New Orleans Seventh Annual Kitchen Tour.
1) Premier Custom Homes
| Madisonville LA 70447
Premier Custom Homes gained a reputation for their outstanding attention to detail, reliability in construction and the quality that they give to their clients. In the industry for 20 years and counting, Premier Custom Homes is committed to bringing personalized and hands-on service to each client. They are also a member of the National Association of Home Builders and the Northshore Home Builders Association. They have received a number of accolades for their work, winning the 2015 Grand Aurora Award & Best state Aurora Award, and the 2015 ARDA (American Residential Design Awards) award for their Custom Home Design worth $2M.
The company takes projects all over Louisiana, but primarily in Abita Springs, Covington, Madisonville, Mandeville. They specialize in mixing Greek and Mediterranean styles, and their homes range from $650k to $4M in cost. Premier Custom Homes values its relationship with clients. Its main goal is to make the construction process enjoyable for the customer while still delivering exceptional homes that tailor to the needs and wants of the client.
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