Custom Home Builders San Diego

Make My Dream Ranch Home
Ranch Home Building
  • Your Lot or Ours
  • Design • Build • Enjoy
  • California Ranch Styles
San Diego Modern Home, backyard and exterior
Make My Dream Coastal Home
Coastal Home Building
  • Your Lot or Ours
  • Design • Build • Enjoy
  • California Coastal Styles
Grand entryway with custom staircase
Remodel my Home
Luxury Home Remodeling
  • Interior & Exterior
  • Partial or Complete
    Home Remodeling
  • Reimagined for Luxury Living

Custom Home Builders San Diego

Del Mar • Solana Beach • Cardiff • Encinitas

As one of the top Custom Home Builders San Diego, we have seen a transition of design themes over the years from traditional regional architectural styles to more individualized designs. New materials and techniques, together with new attitudes, have opened the door to exciting personality focused designs.

Rear exterior of ranch styled custom home in San Diego
San Diego - Ranch Custom Home

Whether building a new custom home, or remodeling an existing home, everyone wants to make their home special. However, for many owners building a custom home or starting a remodeling project can be overwhelming. Where do you start? Are there budget considerations? What about the style, design, and plans? Is the property in the right neighborhood or location to make changes that will increase its value? Are there community or homeowner association restrictions that may impact the design or plans?

Others wonder if there is a professional that they can trust who will take full responsibility for the entire project? Should you form a team? Which professionals do you need, and how do you select them?

Indoor-outdoor living space of San Diego custom home

As leading San Diego home builders, MMD Construction has been building custom homes and remodeling luxury homes since 2006. MMD Construction is honored to be ranked #1 on Houzz.com in Del Mar and all Rancho Santa Fe. The MMD design team will work in collaboration with nationally recognized architects and interior designers.

Luxury kitchen remodel in San Diego home

MMD Construction understands that you want your own special place that reflects your style and taste. Our process, "The 5 Simple Steps"™ was created as a system based on the collaborative model that allows you to describe what you want, the design team draws it, you approve it, and MMD builds it, on time, and on budget.

Creating a residence to match your lifestyle is the focus of MMD Construction. It's what we do. Choose MMD to build your new custom home, remodel your luxury home and enjoy our promise of a MMD 5-Star Experience. You've made it, now live and enjoy it.

The San Diego area offers an unmistakable opportunity to enjoy a luxury lifestyle. Premier golf courses, exclusive shopping, and world class dining. Our area is home to some of the most exclusive communities in the state. However, as times change, so do the styles and tastes of people.

Make My Dream Ranch Home
  • Your Lot or Ours
  • Design • Build • Enjoy
  • California Ranch Styles
Make My Dream Coastal Home
  • Your Lot or Ours
  • Design • Build • Enjoy
  • California Coastal Styles
Remodel my Home
  • Interior & Exterior
  • Partial or Complete
    Home Remodeling
  • Reimagined for Luxury Living

Why MMD Construction?

3 Reasons to Select MMD as Your Custom Home Builder & Luxury Home Remodeler

Over the last 18 years, MMD Construction has perfected the Collaborative Method. This gives us the opportunity to make a promise of a 5-Star Experience to everyone.

There are 3 reasons why we can make this pledge:

  1. Process
  2. Team
  3. Execution

PROCESS: MMD understands that you want your own special place that reflects your personal style and taste. Our process allows you to describe what you want, the design team draws it, you approve it, and MMD Construction builds it.

TEAM: MMD assembles a team for each project, based on trust, in collaboration with architects and interior designers. We use top sub-contractors and suppliers to guarantee the highest quality building standards and a 5-Star client experience.

EXECUTION: Our clients expect the best and refuse to take unknown risks to cut costs. Close attention is paid to the requirements of time, budget, design, and craftsmanship. Years of experience have increased our expertise and capacity to integrate state-of-the-art systems and value engineering, as well as practical solutions to unique, and common design challenges.


"The 5 Simple Steps"

Inspired Design

Exciting design ideas drive every project. It all starts with our listening and idea session.

MMD Construction understands that you want your own special place that reflects your style and taste. Looking for inspiration and ideas? Browse our gallery of San Diego homes!

STEP ONE: “Let’s Talk.”™ This is a listening and idea session to establish the scope and estimated budget range for your project. Your space needs, design preferences, and personal details are all identified.

Rear exterior of modern custom home in Del Mar
Del Mar - Coastal Custom Home

STEP TWO: “Storyboard Process,”™ This step is when your design team is selected and ideas are transformed into a preliminary schematic floor plan. Your estimated budget range is revised to reflect the accepted plan and a chart of allowances is created for the selection process that follows. Specific code or structural issues will be assessed and resolved at this stage.

Light and bright, modernized kitchen in Del Mar home
Del Mar - Coastal Custom Home

STEP THREE: “Rendering to Scale,”™ is where selections and specifications are finalized to complete the bid process. A full set of construction plans are created to maximize design, innovation, and value engineering to meet your budget. Upon completion, a final construction agreement is presented for your approval.

STEP FOUR: “The Big Event,”™ is when the MMD construction team transforms your plans into reality. Your plans are built to specifications.

Backyard with outdoor living areas and large pool
San Diego - Ranch Custom Home

STEP FIVE: “Happily Ever After.”™ Your project has been completed, on time, on budget, and MMD Construction has earned your 5-Star review.

Our process, “The 5 Simple Steps” allows you to describe what you want, the design team draws it, you approve it, and MMD builds it.

By following “The 5 Simple Steps,”
You'll love your home!™

Build your dream home with one of the best custom home builders San Diego.

The finished product is exactly as we had envisioned with every detail taken care of. Even the city building inspector, when he came for the final inspection, commented on the attention to the detail and craftsmanship.

I found the MMD team to be very responsive, detail oriented and always on time. Most importantly, the team provided a great finished product on time and right on budget. Their regard for our needs was plainly evident throughout the project.

...your workers are the best in the field. Thank you so much for all you have done.

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Coastal Luxury Home Living

Explore luxurious home living in the San Diego area, spanning from Del Mar and Solana Beach to Cardiff and Encinitas, and the surrounding regions. This magazine helps you to understand the process and benefits of building a custom home or remodeling a luxury home with MMD Construction. Design ideas, striking interiors, and more.

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Ranch Luxury Home Living

Explore luxurious home living in the San Diego area, spanning from Del Mar and Solana Beach to Cardiff and Encinitas, and the surrounding regions. This magazine helps you to understand the process and benefits of building a custom home or remodeling a luxury home with MMD Construction. Design ideas, striking interiors, and more.

Award-Winning Custom Home Builders San Diego

Since 2006, MMD Construction has been an established leader in luxury custom home building across the greater San Diego County area. We bring our expertise and craftsmanship in every phase of a project, from the initial consultation through to completion. Our team of experienced architects, engineers and craftsmen are dedicated to making sure each project's vision meets the highest standard of excellence. Our work is acclaimed for its attention to detail and its skillful use of modern techniques to create traditional looks. From stylish bungalows to grand mansions, MMD Construction’s custom homes rarely disappoint. Homeowners can anticipate gracious living spaces that will last for generations to come, with quality finishes both inside and out that reflect their personalities and individuality. As award-winning custom home builders San Diego, MMD Construction will perfectly capture your dream lifestyle!

How much does it cost to build a house San Diego?

Many buyers feel building a home can be very expensive and overwhelming. Where do you start? What are the budget considerations? Others wonder if there is a professional that they can trust who can guide them through this process. The price of building a custom home starts with the cost of building the shell. The shell typically accounts for 40-60% of the total cost of a custom home. The size and architectural style of the home are the major factors affecting the shell price. The remaining costs of construction, which will represent 40-60% of the total cost, are based on lot improvements, design, and material selections. Overall, the buyer is in full control of the final price by making decisions on over 60% of the features that will cause the final pricing to be at, above, or below their desired budget. For further information, download our free guide.

How much does it cost to build a 1500 sq ft house in California?

There is no definitive answer to the question of how much does it cost to build a 1500 sq ft house in California as each home is unique. Design, schedule, and budget are all factors that control the final pricing of a custom home. After years of working with homeowners, we have found that the best results are  achieved when there is a clearly defined objective, an effective strategy, and a workable plan to follow. The two methods used for luxury home projects are known as the Competitive Bid Method and the Collaborative Method. The Collaborative Method is best for assuring that the buyers pricing goals are achieved. It is important to understand who will be making the decisions that affect costs and how those decisions are made. The builder and design team should give the buyer options for each selection with clear allowances established ahead of time, to help reach the desired budget.

Are custom builds expensive?

Custom builds are often thought of as a luxury reserved only for the wealthy. However, this is not always the case. While custom builds may cost more upfront, they can actually save money in the long run. This is because custom builds are tailored to fit your exact needs and preferences, meaning you won't end up with features or components that you don't need or use. Additionally, custom builds can be designed with high-quality, durable materials that are built to last, reducing the need for future upgrades or repairs. In the end, while custom builds may have a higher initial cost, they can ultimately be a wise investment for those looking for a personalized and long-lasting solution.

How long does it take to build a custom home in San Diego?

The time it takes to build a custom home in San Diego, as in any location, can vary widely based on several factors, including the size and complexity of the home, weather conditions, availability of labor and materials, and the efficiency of the construction process.

While it's true that a custom home in many areas often takes around 12 to 15 months to build, it's essential to note that this is a general estimate. Delays can occur due to various reasons, such as design changes, permit issues, weather disruptions, or unexpected construction challenges.

To get a more accurate timeline for building a custom home in San Diego, it's best to consult with local architects, builders, or construction companies. They can assess your specific project requirements and provide you with a more precise construction timeline based on their experience and the current local conditions.

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