Custom Home Building

Ground-up custom homes designed and built for Gulf Coast living. From architectural plans through final walkthrough, DD&B manages every phase under Alabama Home Builder License #27417.

IS IT TIME?

Signs you're ready to build a

CustomHome

You own a lot in Baldwin County and want a home designed specifically for it
Production builders cannot accommodate your layout, material, or design preferences
You want a coastal home engineered for hurricane wind loads, salt air, and sandy soil from the foundation up
Your family has outgrown your current home and a custom build makes more sense than a major renovation
You are relocating to the Gulf Coast and want a home built for the way you actually live here
You want one contractor managing architecture, engineering, permitting, and construction under a single contract
Your lot has unique challenges like flood zone requirements, setback restrictions, or waterfront access
You want smart home wiring, energy efficiency, and modern materials planned into the build from day one

If any of these describe your situation, call (251) 319-5974. We will walk your lot and give you a
straight assessment.

Why DD&B | Gulf Shores Custom Home Builder

Why Choose Us

Why DD&B Custom Home & Pool Builders

Design-Build Under One Contract

Architecture, engineering, permitting, and construction are all managed by DD&B. You have one point of contact from the first sketch to the final walkthrough.

Built for Coastal Alabama

Every home is engineered for hurricane-rated wind loads, sandy soil foundations, salt-air corrosion, and local flood-zone requirements.

3D Renderings Before Groundbreaking

Review and approve detailed 3D plans, material specifications, and the complete layout before construction begins.

Veteran-Owned Accountability

Founded by Britt Hawkins, DD&B provides a written scope, a clear timeline, milestone updates, and a clean jobsite throughout the project.

Gulf Shores · Baldwin County · Orange Beach

Building a home and pool together? Learn about our pool construction process.

OUR PROCESS

4-Step Process

From first conversation to move-in day

Free Design Consultation

We meet at your lot to discuss your vision, budget, lot conditions, flood zone status, and timeline.

Custom Design and Engineering

Architectural plans, 3D renderings, structural engineering, and material selections. You approve every detail before permits are pulled.

Permitted Construction

We pull all Baldwin County permits, manage every trade, and provide milestone updates from foundation pour through roof dry-in through finish work.

Walkthrough and Handover

You inspect every room, every system, every finish. Nothing closes until you are satisfied.

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Already have a home? See our home addition services.

WHAT WE BUILD

Custom home building services we offer in Baldwin County

Every DD&B home is built from scratch for the homeowner, the lot, and the local conditions. No production floor plans. No cookie-cutter builds.

Architectural Design

Custom floor plans designed around your lot geometry, lifestyle, and Gulf Coast climate requirements.

Structural Engineering

Foundation design, wind load calculations, and framing specs engineered for Baldwin County's coastal conditions.

Waterfront and Elevated Homes

Pilings, elevated foundations, and waterfront-specific engineering for lots in flood zones along Fort Morgan, Ono Island, and the Intracoastal.

Hurricane-Rated Construction

Impact windows, reinforced roof-to-wall connections, and materials rated for Baldwin County's coastal wind zone.

Smart Home Integration

Structured wiring, whole-home automation, security systems, and energy management planned during the design phase.

Interior Design and Finishing

Flooring, cabinetry, countertops, fixtures, paint, and trim selections coordinated through our design team.

Energy-Efficient Building

Spray foam insulation, high-SEER HVAC, tankless water heaters, and low-E windows to reduce long-term energy costs.

Commercial Construction

Retail, restaurant, and office buildouts with the same attention to detail and project management as our residential work.

Call (251) 758-1737 for a free consultation.

Call (251) 758-1737

Complete your property with custom outdoor living spaces.

REVIEWS

What our customers say...

Common questions about custom home building

How much does it cost to build a custom home in Gulf Shores?

Custom home costs in Baldwin County typically range from $200 to $350 per square foot depending on design complexity, materials, finishes, and lot conditions. Waterfront homes and elevated foundations add to the cost. We provide a detailed written estimate after the design phase.

How long does it take to build a custom home?

Most custom homes take 10 to 14 months from permit to completion. Larger or more complex homes may take 16 to 18 months. We provide a written construction timeline with milestone dates at the start of every project.

Do you build on my lot or do I need to find land first?

You bring the lot. We handle everything from site assessment through construction. If you need help evaluating a lot’s buildability (setbacks, flood zone, soil, utilities), we can assess that during the free consultation.

What is a draw schedule and how do payments work?

Custom home construction uses a draw schedule tied to construction milestones. Your lender releases funds as each phase completes (foundation, framing, dry-in, finish, etc.). We provide lien waivers at each draw. The exact schedule is outlined in your contract.

Do you handle permits and inspections?

DD&B pulls all required Baldwin County building permits and schedules every inspection. We manage the entire permit process and meet inspectors on site at every required phase.

Are you licensed to build custom homes in Alabama?

DD&B holds Alabama Home Builder License #27417 and GC Pool License #59686. We carry full general liability and workers’ compensation coverage on every project.

Can you build a home and pool under one contract?

Yes. DD&B is licensed for both. Coordinating the home and pool build under one contract avoids scheduling conflicts, reduces overall cost, and ensures the designs work together.

What if I already have plans from an architect?

We can build from your plans. We review them for constructability, code compliance, and coastal engineering requirements. If modifications are needed for Baldwin County conditions, we work with your architect or our in-house team to make adjustments.

Do you build in flood zones?

Yes. Many lots in Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan, and Ono Island are in FEMA flood zones. We build elevated homes on pilings or raised foundations that meet current flood elevation requirements.

What is included in your design-build process?

Our process includes initial consultation, architectural design, 3D renderings, structural engineering, material selection, permitting, construction management, inspections, and final walkthrough. Everything from the first meeting to the day you move in is managed under one contract.

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Our Service Area

Areas We Serve Across Alabama

Gulf Shores, AL Bay Minette, AL Daphne, AL Fairhope, AL Foley, AL Orange Beach, AL Robertsdale, AL Spanish Fort, AL Elberta, AL Loxley, AL Magnolia Springs, AL Perdido Beach, AL Silverhill, AL Summerdale, AL Bon Secour, AL Lillian, AL Perdido, AL Point Clear, AL Stapleton, AL Stockton, AL Barnwell, AL Battles Wharf, AL Bayside, AL Belforest, AL Blacksher, AL Blakeley, AL Bromley, AL Carpenter, AL Clay City, AL Crossroads, AL Elsanor, AL Fort Morgan, AL Gasque, AL Gateswood, AL Hurricane, AL Josephine, AL Latham, AL Little River, AL Magnolia Beach, AL Malbis, AL Marlow, AL Miflin, AL Montrose, AL Oak, AL Oyster Bay, AL Park City, AL Perdido Key, AL Pine Grove, AL Pine Haven, AL Rabun, AL River Park, AL Romar Beach, AL Seacliff, AL Seminole, AL Whitehouse Fork, AL Yupon, AL

Ready to build a home that fits the way you live?

Free on-site lot assessment. Custom design with 3D renderings. Written scope and budget
before groundbreaking.