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China Grove’s Custom & Luxury Home Builders
Timeless Designs, Thoughtfully Crafted

At E.S. Johnson Builders, we believe your home should be as unique as your story. That’s why our China Grove design and build firm partners with you to create living spaces tailored to your ideas, daily needs, and future plans.

What we offer

Custom Homes

Our China Grove custom luxury home builders are dedicated to delivering a seamless experience from start to finish. With transparency at every stage, we turn your vision into a high-end home designed to fit your life perfectly.

“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

Building a home should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why E.S. Johnson Builders offers a start-to-finish design build process, managed entirely by owner and chief designer/builder, Eric Johnson. Our team oversees every detail, from the first sketches to the final touches, so you have one trusted partner guiding the entire journey.

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Teardown Homes

Outdated homes can hold back great neighborhoods. A teardown and rebuild lets you transform an older property into a stunning custom home while staying in a desirable location. This solution delivers the modern features, layouts, and finishes you want, without having to leave your ideal address.
 

“The land under many of these homes is now worth more than the home itself, giving rise to a new type of waterfront lot—the teardown or high-end rebuilding project.”

– 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

Making Luxury Home Design Enjoyable

Building a dream home doesn’t have to be complicated. At E.S. Johnson Builders, we simplify the journey with a clear, guided process that ensures you always know what’s next. Our custom luxury home builders in China Grove combine innovative design with a proven system that prioritizes your preferences, turning ideas into reality.
  • Every project is managed by a seasoned builder with an architectural background, ensuring creativity and precision.
  • Clients receive clear communication and regular updates from start to finish.
  • Our design and construction teams work hand-in-hand, minimizing delays and keeping projects on track.
  • Local expertise allows us to help you identify the right property faster and with confidence.
 

With E.S. Johnson Builders, your new home is created with unmatched attention to detail, accuracy, and a focus on your lifestyle.

Our Custom Home Build Process

Your dream home starts with a conversation. E.S. Johnson Builders takes the time to learn what you want most in your new home. Our China Grove custom luxury home builders help you plan every aspect, from style and layout to cost and timeline, so construction moves forward seamlessly. The end result is a luxury home built for your needs and delivered exactly as promised.

Why Choose E.S. Johnson Builders?

We believe luxury building is about more than beautiful design—it’s about trust and service. That’s why E.S. Johnson Builders provides clear updates, expert guidance, and flawless results, ensuring your home turns out exactly the way you imagined.

Connect With E.S. Johnson Builders Today

Ready to create a home that matches your vision? Connect with our China Grove luxury home builders and collaborate directly with Eric Johnson, who provides hands-on guidance, meticulous attention to detail, and a smooth building process from start to finish.
Every custom home we build is crafted with quality construction, thoughtful design, and features that stand the test of time.
 

Schedule your consultation with E.S. Johnson Builders today and watch your dream home take shape!

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

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