Custom Home Builder in Western North Carolina
National Custom Home Builder of the Year — NAHB 2023
From the artistic streets of Asheville to the tranquil ridge lines of Burnsville, Western North Carolina offers a rich tapestry of landscapes, communities, and lifestyles. It’s a region where natural beauty meets architectural creativity — and where Living Stone Design + Build, a custom home builder with over 30 years of experience, brings its expertise to craft homes that truly belong. If you’re considering building a custom home in the mountains, valleys, or vibrant towns of WNC, we’re here to help you do it right.
Where We Build in Western North Carolina
Western North Carolina attracts homeowners who want mountain views, privacy, four-season living, and homes designed to feel connected to the land. We help clients build in some of the region’s most sought-after communities and custom home markets.
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Also serving: Black Mountain, Waynesville, Burnsville, Brevard, Mars Hill, Lake Lure
Why Choose Living Stone as Your WNC Home Builder
You’re not just hiring someone to build a house. You’re choosing the team that will guide one of the biggest investments and most personal projects of your life. Living Stone is for homeowners who want thoughtful design, a clear process, and a home that feels as good as it looks.
We specialize in custom homes, luxury mountain homes, healthy home building, and build-on-your-lot projects across Western North Carolina. We go beyond building code to create spaces that support healthier indoor environments and responsible material choices, an approach we call Whole Living.
Our wellness-forward builds may include smart air flow and filtration systems, eco-friendly paints, glues, and sealants, and low-toxicity interior finishes and furnishings.
Credentials
- Accredited Master Builder
- Certified Green Professional
- Certified Aging In Place Specialist
- Building Green Real Estate Certified
- 2021 ARDA — Bronder Residence & Hawks Nest
- Asheville Chamber Small Business Leader 2021
Our Design-Build Process
Our design-build model in Western North Carolina means one team guides you from the first conversation to move-in day. No hand-offs between architect and contractor. No finger-pointing. Just a clear, transparent process that our clients consistently describe as the opposite of stressful.
Discovery and Vision: We start by learning how you want to live, what matters most in your home, and what success looks like for your project. This includes budget, timeline, architectural preferences, site considerations, and performance goals.
- Homesite Evaluation: If you already own land, we evaluate the lot for slope, views, access, utilities, drainage, orientation, and buildability. If you are still searching, we help you assess potential homesites before you buy.
- Design and Pre-Construction: Our team develops a custom design aligned with your goals, your property, and your investment level. During pre-construction, we refine scope, materials, systems, allowances, and logistics so the build phase starts with fewer surprises.
- Construction: Once construction begins, we manage scheduling, trades, quality control, and communication. Because we are a design-build company, decisions stay coordinated across the team instead of being fragmented between separate firms.
- Completion and Move-In: Before handoff, we review every detail to ensure your home meets our standards and yours. The result is a custom home designed around your life and built to perform beautifully for years to come.
What It Costs to Build a Custom Home in Western North Carolina
We believe in transparency on cost from the very first conversation. Building in the mountains comes with variables, and a realistic budget depends on the lot, the design, the finish level, and the infrastructure needed to support the home.
Here’s what you can expect when building a custom home in Western North Carolina:
| Thoughtfully Crafted
Beautifully appointed custom homes with quality finishes, solid building science, and efficient design. Carefully selected materials and purposeful detailing are built to perform and feel right for years to come. |
Mountain Signature
Expansive, highly personalized homes with premium finishes throughout, custom millwork, and advanced energy systems. Every material selection is intentional, every detail considered. |
Legacy Residences
Exceptional homes with no compromises. Architectural complexity, artisan craftsmanship, and the finest available materials inside and out. |
Note: Every project is different. The right investment level depends on your lot, your design goals, and the finish level you’re after. We’ll give you a clear picture from the very first conversation.
Build on Your Lot or Find the Right Homesite
Whether you already own property or are still searching for the right site, Living Stone Design + Build can help you evaluate what’s possible before you commit.
If you already own land, we evaluate the lot through the lens of design, construction feasibility, access, orientation, views, and cost implications. This helps you make smarter early decisions and avoid expensive surprises later.
If you are still looking, we can help you think critically before you buy. Not every mountain lot is a good custom home lot. A property may look beautiful at first glance, but create major challenges with driveway access, grading, utilities, or buildable area.
Featured Homes Built in Western North Carolina
The Bronder Residence, Asheville NC 2021 American Residential Design Awards. A mountain contemporary that responds to its wooded lot with considered materiality and indoor-outdoor connection throughout. |
Hawks Nest Residence, Western NC Also recognized in the 2021 ARDA awards. A ridgeline home designed around its views — sited to capture the mountain panorama from every primary living space. |
Elk Mountain Zen, Western NC Mountains Best in American Living Award winner, 2022. A primary suite designed as a complete retreat — with spa bath, private deck, and craftsmanship that earned national recognition. |
