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Washington, DC Bespoke Custom Homes

Crafting bespoke homes that perfectly reflect your vision and lifestyle, ensuring every detail exudes quality craftsmanship and timeless elegance.

At Landis, our custom home build services are dedicated to crafting your dream home from the ground up. We work closely with you to design a residence that perfectly aligns with your vision and lifestyle, ensuring every detail reflects your personal style. Our expert team manages the entire building process, from initial planning and architectural design to construction and finishing touches. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and innovative solutions, we create bespoke homes that blend functionality with elegance, delivering a space that's uniquely yours and built to last.

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Washington, DC Bespoke Custom Homes

Landis is dedicated to building whole homes that reflect your lifestyle and bring functionality, beauty, and elevated design together to make a house that is customized to your needs. Our team manages the whole process, from permitting and design, all the way to finish carpentry and interior design, so you can focus on what you're building and not how to build it.

Uniquely Landis

With over 35 years of experience in the Washington, DC market, Landis Architects | Builders offers a comprehensive design-build solution that combines architectural excellence, skilled craftsmanship, and personalized service.

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Chevy Chase Complete Transformation

Chevy Chase, MD

This custom whole home project transformed a Chevy Chase ranch home into a multi-level, multi-generational haven. Our clients sought to expand their living space, enhance accessibility, and infuse the home with a contemporary California-inspired aesthetic. The project encompassed a 4,928 square foot area, including a significant second-story addition and a state-of-the-art elevator.

The first-floor layout was reimagined to create an open, inviting space perfect for entertaining and everyday living. A gourmet kitchen, spacious living areas, and a welcoming front porch were key features of this complete transformation. The second-floor addition provided ample room for four new bedrooms, three new bathrooms, and a secondary laundry room. The elevator seamlessly connects all three levels of the home.

The home's interior designed in collaboration with Zahraa Alwash of ZEE Design was elevated with luxurious finishes and a relaxed, contemporary aesthetic. High-quality materials and thoughtful design choices create a comfortable and stylish living environment. Aging-in-place features, such as the elevator and accessible design elements, ensure the home can accommodate the family's needs for years to come.

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Bethesda Forever Home

Bethesda, MD

Ours clients for this Bethesda project transformed their home into a spacious, accessible, and sustainable forever home for an aging couple. By maximizing the generous lot, we created a home that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living while prioritizing aging-in-place features. The project involved a complete demolition and rebuild, with a strong focus on sustainable elements like optimal solar orientation and creating a space to welcome family and entertain friends.

The home’s layout is centered around accessibility and functionality. A level entry, walk-in garage, and strategically placed elevator ensure effortless navigation throughout the house for years to come. The open floor plan promotes a sense of spaciousness while maintaining clear sightlines. Careful attention was paid to creating a smooth flow between living areas, particularly in the primary suite where wider clearances accommodate future wheelchair use.

A Craftsman-inspired aesthetic defines the home’s exterior and interior. Clean lines, natural materials, and understated details create a timeless and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen, a focal point of the home, features warm wood cabinetry, neutral countertops, and classic subway tile. The overall design strikes a balance between modern comfort and traditional charm.

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Discuss your project needs with our award-winning team, designers and architects.

How long does a typical Custom Homes project last?

While each project is unique, there are some typical times to expect for your general design and construction schedule.

Consultation

1 - 2 Weeks

First, our team leader will review your goals and present a design proposal. The design cost is generally eight to ten percent of your construction estimate.

Initial Design Review

2 - 4 Months

Next, our designers will ask about your overall goals for the home, including whether the renovation will cover both the interior and exterior. They will also inquire about your preferences for an open plan, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms needed, and if new windows and doors are required.

Schematic Design

1 - 3 Months.

At this stage, we’ll measure your house to create as-built drawings to launch the design. We will review pros and cons of different layouts and options. Depending on the complexity of the desired design, we’ll create 3D renderings to help you visualize the changes. Finalizing the overall design may take one or two meetings. Once final, we will provide a targeted construction estimate.

Design Development

2 - 4 Months

Our designers will propose selections based on your inspirations. Cabinetry is the main selection that sets the stage. Other key selections that contribute to a cohesive look: appliances, countertops, backsplash, faucet, sink, lighting, and cabinet hardware.

Permitting and Approvals

2 - 4 Months

As you finalize selections, our designer will be creating construction drawings to submit for a building permit. In D.C., the submission and approval process can take several months (it is a little shorter in Maryland and Virginia).

Construction ( Typical )

3 - 8 Months

Once we secure the permit, we will start demolition and move into framing, plumbing, electrical, drywall etc. The punch list of small items is the last segment. The timeline to completion depends on structural complexity and if an addition is involved. After that, you will be enjoying your beautifully renovated home.

Total Project Time : 7-16

7 - 16 Months
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