Custom New Home Builders in Kent
Design-build custom new homes for Kent homes — about 20 minutes north of our Milton headquarters. We work throughout East Hill, West Hill, Downtown Kent and the rest of Kent.
Custom New Homes in King County
Your new homes project, built for Kent homes
Good new homes work starts with the homes it happens in — and after five generations across the South Sound, we know Kent's.
Kent's valley floor around downtown holds early-1900s farm-town homes and postwar cottages, Scenic Hill has some of the city's oldest character houses, and East Hill sprawls with 1970s-2000s subdivisions from Panther Lake down to Lake Meridian.
Kent's East Hill subdivisions are our bread and butter here: thousands of 1980s and 90s homes are hitting the age where kitchens, baths, and flooring all need a full refresh, and we run those projects on tight, predictable schedules. Permitting goes through the City of Kent for most addresses, though parts of the Panther Lake area annexed in 2010 and some outlying pockets have permit histories with King County that we untangle during pre-construction. Around Lake Meridian we also do view-oriented remodels and deck rebuilds.
- Permits handled with King County
- In-house 3D design before we build
- Licensed, bonded & insured — WA #HOMERDB750MH
- Financing assistance for Kent homeowners
New Homes projects across Kent
Neighborhoods we regularly work in:
- East Hill
- West Hill
- Downtown Kent
- Scenic Hill
- Panther Lake
- Lake Meridian
- Midway
ZIP 98030, 98031, 98032, 98042 · King County
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Why homeowners choose us
Custom New Homes the design-build way
Building a custom home in Kent is the rare chance to get everything right from the first shovel of dirt — the orientation of the living spaces, the way morning light lands in the kitchen, the room count that actually fits how your family lives. As a design-build firm, Home Renovation Design & Build carries your project from empty lot to final walkthrough under one roof and one contract. Our in-house designers model your future home in photorealistic 3D before we ever pour a foundation, so you can walk through it, adjust it, and approve it with total confidence.
We are fifth-generation builders, and that heritage shows up in the details: engineered framing packages suited to King County soil and seismic requirements, building envelopes designed for Pacific Northwest rain, and a permit process we manage entirely on your behalf with the local jurisdiction. Home Renovation Design & Build is fully licensed and insured (WA license HOMERDB750MH), and we build every home as if a sixth generation will be judging our work — because one day, it will.
One team from lot to keys
Architecture, engineering coordination, permitting, and construction all live under our roof. No finger-pointing between designer and builder — one accountable team owns your budget and schedule from day one.
Photorealistic 3D before you commit
Our in-house design studio models your entire home — elevations, rooflines, interiors, finishes — so you approve what you'll actually get, not an artist's loose sketch.
Built for Northwest weather
Rain-screen siding assemblies, properly detailed flashing, high-performance windows, and insulation packages that keep energy bills reasonable through gray Puget Sound winters.
Fixed-price contracts with transparent allowances
You'll know your investment before construction starts. Allowances for finishes are spelled out line by line, so selections never turn into surprises.
Five generations of craftsmanship
Framing that's square, foundations that are level, trim that's tight. The fundamentals get done right because our family name has been on this work for over a century.
Warranty-backed peace of mind
Every new home comes with our written workmanship warranty on top of manufacturer warranties, and we stay reachable long after move-in day.
The process
How your Kent project unfolds
Site & vision consultation
We walk your lot (or help you evaluate one), talk through your wish list and budget, and identify the opportunities and constraints of building in your jurisdiction.
Design & 3D modeling
Our designers develop floor plans and elevations, then build a full 3D model you can tour and revise until the home is exactly right — paired with a detailed fixed-price proposal.
Engineering & permits
We coordinate structural engineering, septic or utility connections, and submit the complete permit package, handling every correction cycle with the city or county.
Construction
From excavation through final finishes, a dedicated project manager runs the schedule, coordinates inspections, and sends you regular photo updates and milestone check-ins.
Final walkthrough & warranty
We walk every room together, complete a punch list to your satisfaction, hand over the keys, and back the home with our written warranty.
Investment
What new homes projects cost
Custom new home construction in the Puget Sound area typically starts around $350 per square foot and rises from there with complexity, sitework, and finish level — meaning most of our custom homes represent an investment of $900,000 to $2M+ including design and permitting. Every project begins with a free consultation, and we offer financing options to help structure the investment sensibly.
Financing assistance available
We help Kent homeowners find financing that fits their project and budget — ask about options during your free consultation.
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Custom New Homes questions in Kent
How long does it take to build a custom home in Kent?
Plan on 4–8 months for design, engineering, and permitting, then 10–16 months of construction depending on size and site conditions. We give you a milestone schedule during design so you always know where the project stands.
Do you handle the building permits?
Yes — completely. We prepare and submit the full permit package to the local jurisdiction, respond to plan-review comments, and schedule every required inspection through final occupancy. You never stand in line at a permit counter.
What does a custom home cost per square foot?
In the Kent area, quality custom construction generally starts around $350 per square foot and can exceed $500 for complex sites or premium finishes. After our design phase you receive a fixed-price contract, so the number you approve is the number you build to.
Can you help us find or evaluate a lot?
Absolutely. We regularly assess lots for buildability — slope, soils, setbacks, utility access, and critical areas — before clients purchase, which can save you from an expensive mistake.
What warranty comes with a new home?
Every home includes our written workmanship warranty covering the first years of ownership, plus manufacturer warranties on systems, windows, roofing, and appliances. As a licensed and insured builder (HOMERDB750MH), we stand behind what we build.
Free consultation
Start your Kent new homes project
Tell us about your project and we'll reply within one business day — serving East Hill, West Hill, Downtown Kent and all of Kent, with zero obligation.