Chat
Tell us what you're picturing — your lot, your family, your style. We listen first; selecting a plan comes after.
Book a free 15-minute consult with JJ — a 20+ year expert. Tell us about your lot and your vision, and you'll know exactly what's possible. No obligation, no pressure.
✓ Free consultation · No obligation · No pressure
✓ 20+ years · 40+ custom homes · Trusted by top builders
Lead designer with 20+ years of experience, backed by a team of 30 experts at Elite Design Group. Since 2003.
Best of the Lake 2018 — Custom Residential Home Design
You have a vision of your home. The layout that works for your family. The style that feels like you. The space you've been waiting to build.
What you need is a plan that captures the essence of your vision, a plan that is perfect just as it is or can be modified to meet all your needs. You need someone who has done this hundreds of times. We listen first; plan comes after.
Tell us what you're picturing — your lot, your family, your style. We listen first; selecting a plan comes after.
We start with one of our existing plans and tailor it to your lot and life.
Construction-ready documents go to your builder. Your dream home goes from paper to a place you live in.
A sample of our plans across different styles — every plan is fully modifiable to fit how you build.
Our 200+ houseplans in catalog.
4 bed · 4½ bath · 3,717 sq ft
Modern English Tudor
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,535 sq ft
English Cottage
5 bed · 5½ bath · 4,431 sq ft
Modern Farmhouse
5 bed · 5½ bath · 3,984 sq ft
Modern European
5 bed · 5½ bath · 4,073 sq ft
Modern European
4 bed · 4½ bath · 3,563 sq ft
Modern European
Not sure which plan fits? That's exactly why you talk to us. We'll help you find yours — or design something fresh that stands apart from the neighborhood.
"We've partnered with JJ Barja and Elite Design Group on more than 40 custom homes — they are our go-to architect for timeless masterpieces. The homes we've built with them on Lake Norman have repeatedly achieved record sale prices. Their drawings are incredibly thorough and precise, which makes the building process smoother and virtually eliminates surprises on site."
"JJ's designs are exceptional. Starting with my personal home over 25 years ago, JJ has consistently embraced the latest styles and design trends — always taking into account the property, neighborhood, and surroundings to create a design that's exactly right. He does this effortlessly and always delivers. I highly recommend JJ and his team."
"We've worked with JJ Barja and his team many times over the past several years. JJ's designs are excellent, well thought-out homes that are very easy for us to work with as a builder. JJ always makes himself available with any questions I have. I'd highly recommend their services if you're looking to build your forever custom home."
We're so confident in our value that we offer a straightforward guarantee: find a comparable plan of equal quality for less anywhere else, and we'll match it. Every time, no questions asked.
Ten minutes free consultation and you'll know exactly what's possible. Tell us what you're thinking — and we'll point you straight to the right plan.