Horst Construction
Custom Home New Builds in Santa Barbara, CA
Ground-up custom homes for owners building from scratch. Our new-construction capability is active, including a Palisades build completing in 2026.
Who this is for
- Owners building a new custom home
- Clients working with an architect on a ground-up design
- Buyers of a lot or teardown planning new construction
What's included
- Ground-up residential construction
- Architect and designer collaboration
- Pre-construction planning, budgeting and scheduling
- Full-finish build with a single point of contact
Challenges we solve
New builds that run long and over budget
Detailed pre-construction planning sets a realistic scope, budget and schedule.
Losing touch with the builder
Our owner stays your single point of contact through the whole build, with a skilled crew and trusted trade partners executing the work.
Design changes during construction
A locked pre-construction package limits costly changes once building begins.
Related projects
All projects
How we approach it
Our process for custom home new builds
New builds are where pre-construction planning matters most: we invest heavily up front so the build runs to a clear scope, budget and schedule.
01
Initial consultation
02
Site visit
03
Design & pre-construction
04
Budget development
05
Contract review & approval
06
Construction
07
Final walkthrough & handover
Frequently asked questions
Do you build new homes, or only renovate?
Both. Our new-construction capability is active, including a Palisades home completing in 2026.
Do you work with our architect?
Yes, we're design-collaborative and can engage before or alongside your architect.
How long does a custom home build take?
It depends on scope and site conditions; our active Palisades build is completing in 2026, and we'll map a realistic schedule for your project during pre-construction planning.
Is Horst Construction licensed and insured for new construction?
Yes, we're fully licensed and insured in California, License #1124176.
2026 build slots are filling fast.
Book a consultation with our team and we'll map out realistic timing and budget for your project, no pressure, no obligation.