We don’t build stock. We build custom homes for your land and your lifestyle—homes that work in challenging topography, embrace indoor-outdoor living, and honor the architectural vision without compromise.
Our clients are building $3M–$10M+ homes across the Berkeley Hills, Mill Valley, Ross, and surrounding Bay Area communities. These aren’t simple projects—they require architectural collaboration, geotechnical expertise, and meticulous execution at every phase.
When you’re starting from the ground up, every detail becomes a possibility. Custom homes give you the freedom to create exactly what you want and need. Recent homes we’ve built include:
No two homes are the same. We collaborate with you and your architect to create spaces that fit how you actually live.
Our team brings architectural-level expertise to every project. Jorge Escobedo, our Managing Director and Estimator, has a background in architecture and provides critical oversight on design coordination and constructability. Jairo Laverde, our Project Manager, brings architectural training and ensures seamless communication between design teams, engineers, and field operations.
This isn’t just construction experience—it’s design fluency. We speak the same language as your architect, anticipate challenges before they become problems, and protect design intent from concept through completion.
Every evening, you receive a shared Google Photos album with progress shots and drone footage. You'll always know exactly what happened on your site that day.
We don't work on time-and-materials. After our Professional Services Agreement (PSA) phase—a paid feasibility study that investigates site conditions, permitting, and budget realities—we provide a fixed-price contract. No surprise invoices. No scope creep.
Our detailed project schedules are updated at least twice monthly and shared with you and your architect. You'll see every milestone, every lead time, and every built-in buffer.
We conduct weekly meetings with you and your architect to review progress, solve field conditions, and ensure continuous alignment throughout construction.
We maintain exceptionally clean and organized job sites, including neatly managed fencing, wrapped portable toilets, and proactive neighborhood communication to minimize disruption.
Berkeley and Marin County offer stunning views but demanding terrain and complex permitting. We are experts in the geotechnical and regulatory complexities of the Bay Area, ensuring your home feels native to the site, not just placed upon it.
From navigating creek ordinances and setback regulations to coordinating seismic engineering and hillside foundation systems, we handle the bureaucracy and technical challenges so your architect can focus on design and you can focus on the vision.
We protect the design intent. From early feasibility studies to the final reveal, we ensure the budget supports the vision rather than compromising it.
We engage during design—not after. Our team provides real-time feedback on feasibility, costs, and structural considerations, significantly reducing surprises and ensuring seamless execution. We see architects as partners, not vendors, and we collaborate with firms like Amato Architects, Cass Calder Smith Architecture, JBP Architects, Robert Nebelon Architects, and other top-tier Bay Area design studios.
Building a custom home in Berkeley typically costs $850 to $1250+ per square foot. This estimate varies based on factors like the size of your home, the quality of materials chosen, and the specific upgrades you desire.Â
Our team works closely with you to balance your dreams with your budget, ensuring the final product is beautiful and financially feasible.
The journey to building a custom home in the Bay Area generally takes 12-18 months. This timeline can vary depending on the complexity and scale of your project. Our team is committed to maintaining efficiency throughout the process while ensuring the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
Yes, Vought Construction offers comprehensive services, including demolishing existing structures if necessary. We handle every aspect of the buildout process, ensuring a smooth transition from the old to your new dream home.
Yes, our services encompass pre-construction work, which includes meticulous planning, design consultation, and preparation to ensure your project’s success from the ground up.
While it is preferred that land is already purchased, we at Vought Construction can assist you in evaluating and consulting on potential land options for your custom home. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
We coordinate closely with your engineer or architect to ensure all necessary permits are obtained, adhering to all local regulations and requirements for your custom home project.
Certainly! Vought Construction has the resources and expertise to assist with the design of your custom home. We collaborate with you to bring your vision to life, ensuring every design aspect aligns with your preferences and lifestyle.
Every home we build carries a 5-year craftsmanship warranty on the finishes, built-ins, cabinetry, tile, and trim within our scope. We build homes meant to last, and we stand behind the work long after the last crew leaves.