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Kannapolis’ Custom & Luxury Home Builders
Timeless Designs, Thoughtfully Crafted

Bring us your dreams, wishes, and excitement, and we’ll transform them into a stunning reality. E.S. Johnson Builders is the premier design-build firm in Kannapolis, specializing in creating custom luxury homes that reflect your unique vision while delivering an exceptional home-building experience.

What we offer

Custom Homes

We will bring your dreams for a custom home to life!

At E.S. Johnson Builders, we believe every home should be as unique as the family who lives in it. Whether you come with detailed plans or need inspiration from our one-of-a-kind designs, our collaborative process ensures you stay informed and engaged every step of the way. From initial concept to completion, our Kannapolis custom and luxury home builders make your home build enjoyable and stress-free.

“When a man’s home is born out of his heart and developed through his labor and perfected through his sense of beauty, it is the very cornerstone of life.”

– Gustav Stickley

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Design Build

Simplify your journey with our integrated approach.

Choosing E.S. Johnson Builders as both your designer and custom luxury home builder in Kannapolis offers unmatched advantages. With Eric Johnson personally leading each project from start to finish, this streamlined process ensures better site selection, seamless communication, balanced budgeting between features and costs, and faster timelines—all tailored to meet your specific needs.

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Teardown Homes

Unlock new opportunities by reimagining existing properties.

 

As Kannapolis continues to grow, prime locations for new builds are becoming scarce—but teardown homes offer an exciting solution! Many older properties now hold greater value due to their land rather than their structures. By working with E.S. Johnson Builders on a teardown or high-end remodeling project, you can create a modern masterpiece perfectly suited to its location.
 

“The land under many of these homes is now worth more than the home itself—giving rise to waterfront teardowns or luxury remodels.”

– Eric Johnson

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You will love working with E.S. Johnson.

Initial Consultation

• Intro to ESJ Team & Process
• Discuss Vision & Budget
• Locate & Acquire Home Site
• Establish Design Ideas
• Discuss Financing

Initial Consultation

STEP 1

Pre-Construction Agreement

• Construction Calendar
• Create & Review Preliminary Sketches, Specifications, and Pricing
• Refine & Finalize Plans & Specifications
• Create Build Agreement Documents

Pre-Construction Agreement

STEP 2

Build Agreement

• Review & Sign Agreement
• Order Blueprints & Final Engineered Plans
• Apply for Financing
• Schedule Design Appointments
• Schedule Start Date

Build Agreement

STEP 3

Construction & Closing

• Close on Lending
• Obtain Building Permit
• On-site Pre-construction Meeting
• Begin Construction
• MOVE IN & ENJOY!

Construction & Closing

STEP 4

Initial Consultation

• Intro to ESJ Team & Process
• Discuss Vision & Budget
• Locate & Acquire Home Site
• Establish Design Ideas
• Discuss Financing

STEP 1

Pre-Construction Agreement

• Construction Calendar
• Create & Review Preliminary Sketches, Specifications, and Pricing
• Refine & Finalize Plans & Specifications
• Create Build Agreement Documents

STEP 2

Build Agreement

• Review & Sign Agreement
• Order Blueprints & Final Engineered Plans
• Apply for Financing
• Schedule Design Appointments
• Schedule Start Date

STEP 3

Construction & Closing

• Close on Lending
• Obtain Building Permit
• On-site Pre-construction Meeting
• Begin Construction
• MOVE IN & ENJOY!

STEP 4

We Make Luxury Home Design Enjoyable

E.S. Johnson Builders eliminates the stress of designing and building a custom luxury home in Kannapolis by offering expert guidance at every stage of the process.
  • Personalized Collaboration: Stay involved throughout the journey while relying on our professional expertise.
  • Streamlined Process: Our design-build model simplifies decision-making and reduces delays.
  • Local Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Kannapolis area ensures optimal site selection for your dream home.
  • Owner-Led Attention: Eric Johnson oversees every detail for unparalleled craftsmanship.

With our custom and luxury home builders in Kannapolis by your side, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing that experienced professionals are turning your vision into reality.

Our Custom Home Build Process

From your initial consultation to the final walkthrough, watch as we craft a timeless space tailored to your vision. Our transparent communication keeps you informed throughout construction so there are no surprises—just excitement about moving into your dream home!

Why Choose E.S. Johnson Builders?

Our Kannapolis design build firm stands apart because we combine creativity with precision craftsmanship while prioritizing client satisfaction above all else. As trusted experts in the Kannapolis area since 1964, we deliver elegant results that exceed expectations—every time.

Connect With E.S. Johnson Builders Today to Discuss Your Custom Home Design

Your dream home deserves nothing less than perfection—and that’s exactly what we provide at E.S. Johnson Builders! With personalized service led by owner and chief designer/builder Eric Johnson alongside our proven design-build expertise, you will:
  • Experience timeless elegance crafted uniquely for you.
  • Enjoy transparency at every stage without unnecessary complications.
  • Build lasting memories within spaces designed around your lifestyle needs.

Ready to begin? Let’s build something extraordinary together—schedule your consultation today!

What Our Clients Say

We absolutely love our house! E.S. Johnson Builders brings the highest quality fit and finish to a custom home - plus they were fun and flexible to work with throughout the entire process. Thank you for an incredible finished product we now call home!
Shawn King
ES Johnson Builders built our Davidson, NC. There are many, many things we love about our home, but what really stands out is the ES Johnson Builders signature style - "Southern Casual Elegance"! The attention to detail throughout the home is simply wonderful. Thank you, ES Johnson Team!
Amy Cook
After interviewing several custom builders, we spoke with Eric Johnson and instantly connected with him on our appreciation of coastal design. As a design/builder, E.S. Johnson made the entire process seamless from design, through architectural planning, through the build. Eric quoted us one price for our home (which included allowances) and delivered the agreed product at that price. We couldn't be happier with our house.
Ron Sutek
We walked out of the first meeting with Eric knowing this was exactly who we would be building with. Eric has a passion for building homes, great style, and an impressive amount of knowledge of everything in between. He knew our budget, got to quickly understand our style, and built us the perfect coastal home with all the high-end finishes we could have ever expected. ​

2.5 years later we sold our home in under a week, and are finalizing plans to build with Eric again. We are excited to have Eric get creative on our custom farmhouse and look forward to working with his team again.
Courtney Bursich
When my husband and I decided to make our dream of building a modern farmhouse a reality, we started researching custom builders in the area. There were many options out there, but ES Johnson stood out as our favorite! From the initial design meeting until the last walk through, we were taken care of. Eric's entire team was always there to help. We have lived in our ES Johnson home for 2.5 years now and we absolutely love it! We feel very proud of our home, especially when friends and family say how beautiful it turned out and that the quality shines through.
Erin Ficenec

Timeless Designs, Thoughtfully Crafted

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  • Mailing Address:
    Post Office Box 1402
    Cornelius, NC 28031
  • Physical Address:
    455 South Main St., Ste. 320
    Davidson, NC 28036

Connect with us: 704-987-7950

Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Denver, Mooresville, Troutman, Charlotte, Concord

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