The foundation of Hobbs Inc. custom home building lies in the following:
- Superior craftsmanship: Every detail, from the ornate masonry to the precisely installed interiors, showcases centuries-old building traditions enhanced by modern precision.
- Customization: As custom home builders, we partner with you to realize your vision, collaborating with architects, designers, and artisans to ensure every square foot reflects your unique tastes, lifestyle, and story.
- Unparalleled knowledge: With decades of experience in New Canaan, Greenwich, Ridgefield, and surrounding CT areas, we expertly navigate local zoning, preservation guidelines, and neighborhood character, delivering homes that seamlessly integrate with their surroundings and owners’ lives.
Connecticut Excellence: Examples of Past Builds
With our own roots dating back to the early 1950s in New Canaan, our custom home building experience in Connecticut runs deep. For over seven decades, Hobbs, Inc. has brought exceptional craftsmanship to some of Connecticut’s most iconic properties.
From a crisp modern farmhouse in New Canaan to an Island Living Oasis in Darien, our bespoke design-build process ensures that every design element is personal, purposeful, and professional.
We don’t just build custom homes in Connecticut, we curate narratives through architecture. Each piece of millwork, every fenestration, and every finish is carefully selected. Our portfolio of exquisite Connecticut custom homes reflects our local heritage and client-focused approach.
This grand Georgian lakeside estate, showcases Flemish-bond brickwork, limestone quoining, modillion cornices, and a graduated slate roof. It reflects our hallmark of marrying tradition with tailored luxury, creating a residence that blends historical reverence with modern comfort.
Nestled within the picturesque landscape of Litchfield County, this refined colonial estate is a testament to timeless elegance and sophisticated design. Beyond the main residence, a magnificent pool house provides an idyllic setting for leisure and entertainment.
Perched on a steep slope in Ridgefield, CT, this English country residence is integrated with its challenging terrain through skillfully designed plateaus. Its centerpiece, “The Library of the History of Human Imagination,” is a private, three-story, 3,500-square-foot space housing over 38,000 books and artifacts and has gained acclaim in publications like “Wired Magazine” and “Celebrated Living”.
This Nantucket-style residence on a serene peninsula overlooking Long Island Sound features gambrel roofs, open porches, imported mahogany windows, and an octagonal mudroom with a lighthouse-inspired organizer Completed in just 10 months, this custom-built home received a HOBI Award for “Best Fairfield County Custom Home 7,000-8,000sf.”
This tranquil guest pavilion reflects our dedication to excellence in custom home construction. Partnering with visionary clients and acclaimed architects like Deborah Berke Partners, we continue to define the landscape of luxury living in New Canaan and beyond.
Sustainability in Craftsmanship
As premier custom home builders, Hobbs Inc. balances elegance with environmental responsibility. We recognize that today’s homeowners want a residence that not only looks beautiful, but also performs efficiently and minimizes its impact on the environment.
Our approach to sustainability in custom home building includes:
- Partnering with architects and engineers to design homes that leverage natural light, site orientation, and passive heating/cooling
- Prioritizing energy efficiency with advanced insulation, triple-glazed windows, and high-performance building envelopes
- Using reclaimed or locally sourced finishes where appropriate
- A commitment to healthy indoor environments
Our LEED-Certified Greenwich home exemplifies sustainable luxury. We transformed a 1960s structure into a high-performance residence with rainscreen cladding, airtight thermal barriers, and solar-ready infrastructure, proving clients don’t have to compromise aesthetics for responsibility.
This Colonial Revival home blends classic architecture with modern sustainability. The renovation included a windmill and greenhouse, while the site was remediated for organic farming. Energy efficiency was maximized with rainwater collection, geothermal systems, solar panels, and natural filtration.
- Expansive outdoor living spaces including terraces, patios, and pool houses
- Great rooms with open layouts combining kitchen, dining, and living areas for modern family flow
- Home offices and libraries designed with built-in millwork for productivity and privacy
- Mudrooms and utility spaces that are functional yet elegant
- Energy-efficient systems with geothermal heating, advanced insulation, and solar integration
- Chef’s kitchens including custom cabinetry, oversized islands, and professional-grade appliances
- Spa-like primary suites featuring steam showers, soaking tubs, and radiant-heated floors
- Smart home technology integrated systems for lighting, sound, security, and climate control
- Custom millwork and fireplace, which add warmth and architectural character
- Indoor–outdoor connections with French doors, screened porches, and sunrooms that extend living spaces
- Recreational amenities such as gyms, theaters, game rooms, and indoor sport courts
- Wine cellars and tasting rooms tailored for collectors and entertainers
From Concept to Completion: The Hobbs Experience
Hobbs Inc. offers a bespoke design-build process for custom homes. We begin by understanding your aspirations, then move to schematic design with trusted architects, and finally, construction with seasoned project management, ensuring timely, on-budget, and high-quality results.
We ensure a curated and complete home through our meticulous follow-through. Our expertise in Connecticut, coupled with unmatched craftsmanship, personalization, and sustainability, sets us apart.
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