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B & K Build
Since high school, Brandon Parker and Khalid Arafeh have dreamed of owning their own construction business. Their biggest goal? To one day create a neighborhood like Ross Bridge where residents could live, work, and play all in the same neighborhood. Working together during the summer on construction jobs, they got to experience first-hand life in the construction field and learn the ins and outs. After high school, both aspired to become engineers, but life had other plans. Brandon would start his first full-time job in the construction field at 21 and completed his builder’s license in 2014. “I ended up working with a local developer that offered for us to start building in a neighborhood which helped jumpstart our dream of starting our own business.” Khalid went on to complete his Civil Engineering degree from UAB. After graduation, he started working with a design manufacturing firm for multi-family projects. He then went onto getting his MBA in Business from UAB. From there, he changed jobs within the company to more of a customer service and business side of the company. With this change, Brandon and Khalid knew they were closer to starting their own company and realizing their dream and the rest is history. Their favorite projects so far? “My favorite projects have been where the clients have become lifelong friends. One of our clients, we were invited to his retirement party. How cool is that?! When we started building the houses in Vestavia, we were dealing with a lot of rock and we used those pieces of natural stone to build him a retaining wall from. So taking a piece of one project and using it for another to fit their specific needs– it’s what makes our projects build outside of the box. Those are my favorite.” Brandon is the home builder and is the responsible contractor at B & K Build, LLC. A master of multi-tasking and building extensive networks of quality partners. You can also refer to Brandon as the muscle behind the scenes. Outside of work, Brandon is a single father of son Jackson. He enjoys all of the sports related activities with his son and currently is coaching his basketball and football team. He also enjoys riding motorcycles when not working or at the field. Khalid is responsible for the finances and contract documents at B & K Build, LLC. He has 10 years of experience in the wood-framed construction industry as an engineer supervisor. Khalid is a registered Profession Engineer in 40 states. He is the brains behind the operations. Khalid lives in Hoover with his wife, Ranya. In his free time, he enjoys traveling and outdoor activities including riding his motorcycle. -
Byrom Building
Marty and Colt Byrom have a rich tradition in the Birmingham home building industry – now, 4 generations of builders. The craft and experience that has been passed down over the years, combined with their passion for people is what has made Byrom Building a staple in the building industry for over almost 50 years. Byrom specializes in custom homes and commercial office buildings in the Greater Birmingham Area. Each project is completely custom and different from the last, as they strive to make each project unique and special. -
Centennial Homes LLC
Centennial Homes LLC was formed in 2015 by Alan Howard and Scott Underwood. Prior to forming Centennial Homes, Alan Built over 3800 homes and served as principle for a large homebuilding firm in Birmingham. Previously he owned a custom homebuilding company that created homes in the Greystone, Highland Lakes and Brook Highland neighborhoods in Birmingham. Since 1998 , Scott has held a real estate license . For over 20 years he was focused on marketing new homes for builders and was instrumental in the development of operations of the company where Alan served as principle. Alan and Scott have built a great working relationship over the 10 years they worked together. Before Centennial, Scott formed Prominence Homes in 2013 and has built over 2500 homes. Since 2018, Prominence has focused primarily on building homes for investors for the rental market. Scott was awarded Builder of the Year in 2018 Scott is also on the Board of the Home Builders Association Centennial Homes prides itself on creating timeless, built -to-last home designs. Centennial was selected to build homes at The Preserve in Hoover, Alabama as well as exceptional homes at Smith Lake in Cullman, Alabama and Lake Martin. Centennial Homes LLC has won Gold and Silver Awards from the Greater Birmingham Homebuilders Association and was selected to build the Prestigious Ideal Home in 2021. -
Curtis White Companies
Curtis White started in the construction business in 1953. Through quality craftsmanship and reliable service, his company has evolved into a leader in the construction industry in Birmingham area and surrounding counties. Curtis’s son Joe, start working with his father as a teenager on the weekends and summers on the jobsites. After graduating college, he joined the company full time. He serves as a Life Director with the National Association of Home Builders as well as the Great Birmingham Association of Home Builders. In 2002 his daughter Katie joined the company. Now as partner with her father she assists customers through-out the building process of their new home. She was named Great Birmingham Association of Home Builders 2022 “Builder of the Year” and serves on the Great Birmingham Association of Home Builders board. Having built thousands of new homes for over 70 years we’ve learned & know what works, best building techniques and products to use, giving our customers the most quality, value, & service. -
D.R. Horton
America’s #1 Home Builder! We’ve delivered more than 965,000 homes to our nation’s customers since our company’s inception. Since 2002, more homebuyers have chosen D.R. Horton than any other national builder. We operate in 45 of homebuilding’s top 50 markets in the U.S., and rank among the top 5 in 39 of these. Our team of operating experts are spread across the nation in 33 states and 109 markets. -
Embassy Homes, LLC
We’re enormously proud of the homes we’ve built over the years. Since 2001, we’ve built many new homes and throughout that time, we’ve been listening to our customers and learning from them – from insisting on the best workmanship and the highest quality materials. Our expertise blends from custom built homes as well as multi-family homes ranging from 1,300 – 4,500sf in several master planned developments. Embassy Homes continues to grow as one of Birmingham’s Premier Home Builder with numerous Gold, Silver and Bronze awards in the annual Parade of Homes. In addition, we have recently won an award from the National Association of Home Builders for our design plans. Here at Embassy Homes, we blend award-winning designs, livable floor plans, and most importantly, quality craftmanship in every home we build. We also understand that when you’re searching for a new home, you also want the perfect location. A place where people will make friends, enjoy family life and take pride in their new home. We are committed to excellence in everything we do, regardless of the product level or price point. Our dedication to deliver buyers the home of their dreams, along with superior customer satisfaction, is the company’s number one priority. -
Embridge Homes, LLC
We’re enormously proud of the homes we’ve built over the years. Since 2001, we’ve built many new homes and throughout that time, we’ve been listening to our customers and learning from them – from insisting on the best workmanship and the highest quality materials. Our expertise blends from custom built homes as well as multi-family homes ranging from 1,300 – 4,500sf in several master planned developments. Embridge Homes continues to grow as one of Birmingham’s Premier Home Builders . Here at Embridge Homes, we blend award-winning designs, livable floor plans, and most importantly, quality craftmanship in every home we build. We also understand that when you’re searching for a new home, you also want the perfect location. A place where people will make friends, enjoy family life and take pride in their new home. We are committed to excellence in everything we do, regardless of the product level or price point. Our dedication to deliver buyers the home of their dreams, along with superior customer satisfaction, is the company’s number one priority. -
Harris Doyle Homes
Harris Doyle Homes, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading residential developer and home builder in the Central Alabama, the Alabama Gulf Coast and the Florida Panhandle. Recognized for its commitment to quality and unique style at an unmatched value, Harris Doyle Homes builds and designs new homes and communities that seek to enhance the lifestyles of its diverse customer base. Brooks Harris and Russ Doyle founded Harris Doyle Homes in 2008 and the company has built over 2,000 homes since inception. For more information, visit harrisdoyle.com. -
Homes By Indianwood, Inc.
For Bill Kinnebrew of Indianwood Companies, LLC, custom homebuilding is a multi-decade long legacy of dream homes. Not only is the expert craftsmanship evident in the homes he builds, but also energy efficiency. Over 30 years ago Bill built one of the first Good Cents Homes for Alabama Power, and he continues to build quality homes using top-shelf design techniques that also conserve energy. In recent years Bill has delighted homeowners with new home choices ranging from $400,000 to $3,000,000. Bill Kinnebrew’s work can be seen in the intricate details throughout homes he painstakingly crafts. He also collaborates with David Smelcer residential designer to provide the total package of luxury you deserve. He has a wealth of experience leading custom design in places like Liberty Park (Vestavia Hills, AL). Bill is also an approved builder with Russel Lands, Inc. in The Ridge on Lake Martin. Currently Bill is the decided builder for Harmony Cove, Lake Martin’s newest development. Come and see a truly innovative community providing you with lake access in a cabin style neighborhood. -
Lowder New Homes
Founded in 1956, Lowder New Homes has satisfied thousands of homeowners for over 60 years. In conjunction with Lowder Construction Company, Lowder New Homes repeatedly ranks as one of the nation’s largest homebuilders by numerous national trade publications. One of the largest homebuilders in the state of Alabama, Lowder New Homes produces in excess of 200 detached single-family homes annually, including home styles ranging from custom-built executive estates to garden homes. The Lowder New Homes name has become synonymous with quality homebuilding, value and customer satisfaction. -
Malchus Construction Inc. (Randy & Kenny)
Award winning residential and commercial contractor since 1973. Long-time small business owner with a reputation for integrity in dealing with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. Results-minded in both professional and organizational work, with a broad range of contacts within the business and political communities both in Alabama and across the nation. Serves on Governmental Affairs Committee for the GBAHB. Worked to develop the Venture for Affordable Housing program. As part of this process, developed cost-saving measures to streamline the construction of homes for first-time buyers and identified local, state, and federal regulations which created unnecessary obstacles in the process. Received commendation and recognition from President Ronald Reagan’s Department of Housing and Urban Development. Represented Birmingham’s homebuilders as a National Director for the National Association of Home Builders. BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH MALCHUS CONSTRUCTION, INC. Developed contracting business with family’s life savings and no formal post-secondary training. Beginning at the age of 17, learned through trial and error, successful strategies for working with subcontractors, clients, regulatory agencies, construction designers and suppliers to produce award-winning single-family homes. – Named Builder of the Year in 1985 by Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builder’s – Designated winner Birmingham’s Parade of Homes competition every year from 1978 – 1988 – Outstanding Young Businessman of the Year and named to the Congress of Outstanding Alabamians in 1984 by the Alabama Jaycees. -
Mathews Development Company, LLC
Jim started his residential construction business in 2004 after a successful career in the brick industry. He has grown from building six homes that first year to over 600 with his company and averages 30 new homes each year. Jim Mathews Builder, LLC is a family business with Kimberly, his wife of 34 years, responsible for operations and client and vendor management. Daughter, Caroline Mathews Campbell, a 2017 Interior Design Graduate from Auburn University, is a Superintendent for homes built in Pike Road, makes all selections for spec homes, and is pursuing her State Homebuilders license. Son Mitch is a student at Auburn University Harbert School of Business and can be found working in various neighborhoods and performing warranty request. Jim prides himself on being quick to listen, slow to speak, and being able to set expectations for budget and timelines that are attainable. His favorite part to build and design for a home are the outdoor living areas and he enjoys sharing ideas for these spaces with clients during the design phase. We have hundreds of plans that we can modify for our clients and also draftsmen that we work with who can custom design a home from your ideas and dreams. We build relationships as we build homes. As our client, we work for you; as our partner, we work with you. Our team is comprised of experienced industry leaders and craftspeople, but only you are the expert of your dream. We make your priorities our own and your vision our mission. This approach makes us one of the most sought-after builders in our area. Jim is former President of the Greater Montgomery Homebuilders Association and is the 2022 State and Local Homebuilder of The Year for Alabama. He is active on the State and National Level and currently serves as Secretary for The State Homebuilders Association. -
Signature Homes
With more than 100 communities and over 10,000 homeowners across Alabama and Tennessee, Signature Homes has become the #1 source when it comes to building a new home in the Southeast. We specialize in new home construction in Birmingham and Nashville, and we produce high-quality, minimal-maintenance homes with enduring value. You can trust that with Signature Homes, you are choosing the best in the business, and our impeccable standards are reflected in every home we build. -
Taylor Burton Company
For four generations, The Burton family has been building custom homes in the Birmingham and Over-The-Mountain areas. Taylor Burton Company is dedicated to providing a culture that is built on time-honored principles of hard work, integrity, and the uncompromising desire for quality. It is our philosophy to build custom quality homes as well as renovations and additions that are designed to meet the demands of today’s markets and those of the foreseeable future. -
Valor Communities
At Valor, we build exciting new homes in Alabama and Florida with a bold, fresh style. From massive master retreats, to cozy corner nooks, one step inside any of our new Valor homes, and you’ll soon see, when it comes to the best new homes in Florida and the Huntsville and Birmingham areas…that’s built here.