We looked at a few builders before landing on KH Build. The difference for us was how early they talked about the lot and flood requirements, not just the house. It made the process feel more grounded in reality. There were still decisions to make along the way, but we always understood why things were being done a certain way.

I wouldn’t say the process was “easy,” but it was definitely clear. What mattered to us was having one team responsible for everything instead of juggling separate designers and contractors. The interior package also helped more than we expected—it saved time and kept the house consistent.

What stood out was the early budgeting. We had a rough idea of cost before getting too deep into design, which helped us avoid reworking everything later. It’s not a shortcut process, but it’s structured in a way that makes sense if you’re building in a complex area like this.

We were rebuilding after flood damage, so we were cautious going in. The team focused a lot on elevation and structure from the beginning, which gave us some confidence. Communication wasn’t constant, but when updates came, they were detailed and useful.