Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Custom Home Builder in Atlanta, GA
Paces Ferry Builders is an award-winning Atlanta-based custom home builder and design-build construction company serving Georgia and Tennessee. Since 2010, we have specialized in crafting high-end custom homes ranging from the low seven figures to multi-million-dollar estates, combining architectural excellence with meticulous construction practices. Our process begins with personalized lot selection guidance, followed by collaborative design development using semi-custom or fully custom floor plans tailored to client preferences. We utilize the BuilderTrend platform to maintain complete transparency throughout the building process, from budget management to construction timelines. Led by President Guy Cherwonuk, a U.S.Army veteran with over 30 years of construction industry experience, our team prioritizes client collaboration, quality craftsmanship, and innovative solutions. We maintain active memberships in four major home building associations, including the Atlanta Home Builders Association and National Home Builders Association, while offering comprehensive support for construction financing through preferred lender partnerships. Our commitment to excellence extends through every phase of home building, from initial concept to post-construction support, ensuring each project reflects both client vision and industry best practices.
Services
Custom Home Building
Design Build Services
Lot Development
Construction Management
Financing Assistance
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of construction leadership experience from our president
- Our transparent BuilderTrend system tracks every project detail in real time
- We provide personalized lot selection guidance with on-site community walkthroughs
- Our team maintains memberships in four major home building associations
- We offer construction financing assistance through preferred lender partnerships
Services
Custom Home Construction
We create bespoke luxury residences tailored to client specifications across Georgia and Tennessee. Our process combines architectural innovation with proven construction techniques to deliver high-end homes ranging from $1M to multi-million dollar estates. Each project receives personalized attention from initial concept through final completion.
Design Build Services
Our design-build approach streamlines home construction by coordinating architectural design and construction under one team. We work with semi-custom plans or develop fully custom designs, ensuring seamless integration between design vision and practical construction requirements throughout the building process.
Lot Development
We provide comprehensive lot selection and development services including site analysis, plat review, and preparation for construction. Our team guides clients through choosing optimal building sites considering natural features, foundation requirements, and zoning considerations across multiple Georgia and Tennessee communities.
Construction Management
Our construction management ensures timely and budget-conscious project delivery using the BuilderTrend platform for real-time tracking. We coordinate all phases from foundation work to final finishes, providing regular progress updates and maintaining strict quality control throughout the building process.
Financing Assistance
While not a lender, we facilitate construction financing through established relationships with specialized lenders. Our team helps clients navigate the financing process during the 30-45 day planning period, offering guidance on loan requirements and coordinating with preferred lending partners to support successful project funding.
People
Guy Cherwonuk
President
U.S. Army veteran with 6 years of military service including Special Forces experience. Georgia Tech engineering graduate with over 30 years in residential construction leadership. President of Paces Ferry Builders since 2010 and active member of four major home building associations.
Questions
What price range do your custom homes typically fall into?
Our custom homes generally start in the low seven figures and can extend into the multi-million range, depending on location, design complexity, and finish selections.
Do I need to own a lot before working with you?
Yes, but we provide comprehensive lot selection assistance including guided community walkthroughs to help you find the ideal property for your custom home.
How do you manage construction budgets?
We establish clear budgets based on lot selection, home size, and finish choices, with ongoing allowance tracking through our BuilderTrend system for complete financial transparency.
What construction timelines should I expect?
Custom home construction typically takes 9-14 months depending on project complexity, weather conditions, and material availability, with regular progress updates provided throughout.
Do you offer financing assistance?
While we don't directly provide financing, we work with preferred lenders specializing in construction loans and help coordinate financing during the 30-45 day plan finalization period.
