From first walk to final key
A considered, transparent process — with Marshall personally involved at every step.
Five steps to your home
Consultation & Vision
We meet to understand your vision, lifestyle, and budget — and to walk your land or help you find the right site.
Site Study & Design
We analyze the site and develop a design that honors the land, working closely with you through every decision.
Pre-Construction & Planning
Detailed drawings, material selections, permits, and a clear schedule and budget — so there are no surprises.
Craftsmanship & Build
Construction with rigorous quality checks and regular updates. You always know where things stand.
Walkthrough & Handover
A thorough final walkthrough, complete documentation, and ongoing support after you move in.
Timeline expectations
Every custom home is unique, so timelines vary with size, site, and design complexity. As a general guide:
Durations below are illustrative ranges — confirm typical timelines with Marshall.
- Weeks 1–4
Consultation & site selection
Initial meetings, site walks, and feasibility.
- Months 1–4
Design & development
Concept to detailed drawings and selections.
- Months 3–6
Permitting & pre-construction
Approvals, final budget, and scheduling.
- Months 9–18+
Construction
Building and finishing your home. confirm
- Final weeks
Walkthrough & move-in
Punch list, handover, and after-care.
What it’s like to build with Marshall
Testimonials below are placeholders — to be replaced with real client quotes
“The process felt calm and clear from day one. Marshall guided every decision and the craftsmanship exceeded what we thought possible.”
“He preserved the redwoods we fell in love with and built the home around them. It feels like it grew out of the land.”
“Communication was constant and honest. We always knew where we stood on schedule and budget — a rare thing.”
The first step is a conversation.
No pressure — just a thoughtful discussion of what’s possible.