Business Details
30 Years
experience
Custom Mountain Home Builders in Georgia
Since 1996, Modern Rustic Homes has been dedicated to transforming clients' visions into custom-built realities across North Georgia. Our design/build approach ensures every home reflects the unique lifestyle and preferences of its owners, combining Old World craftsmanship with modern technology. With over 35 years of combined experience, founders Michael Grant and Joe Dixon have built more than 300 custom homes, earning national recognition for quality design and service. We prioritize sustainable practices through energy-efficient materials and construction methods, including spray foam insulation and high-performance windows. Our team guides clients through every phase of construction, from site selection to final finishes, ensuring transparency and collaboration throughout the process. We specialize in modern rustic aesthetics that balance authentic architectural details with contemporary comforts, creating spaces that are both functional and beautiful.Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our personalized service, proven by our inclusion in Log & Timber Home Magazine and recognition by Houzz. We serve clients in exclusive communities like Big Canoe and Waterstone, offering turn-key solutions that encompass design, construction, and even real estate assistance. Our standards emphasize precision, durability, and innovation, ensuring homes remain plumb, level, and square while integrating smart technology for modern living. This dedication to excellence has established us as trusted partners in creating mountain retreats that harmonize with North Georgia's natural beauty.
Services
Custom Home Building
Design/Build Services
Mountain Home Construction
Sustainable Building
Turn-Key Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined experience in custom home building
- Our team holds national recognition for quality design and service
- We implement sustainable construction practices with energy-efficient materials
- Our personalized design/build process maintains client control over all details
- We specialize in mountain home communities like Big Canoe and Waterstone
Associations and certifications
- Houzz
- Log & Timber Home Magazine
Services
Custom Home Building
We create personalized residences tailored to clients' lifestyles and preferences. Our process combines modern technology with traditional craftsmanship to deliver energy-efficient homes that reflect North Georgia's natural beauty. Each project maintains open communication throughout construction phases.
Design/Build Services
Our coordinated approach streamlines home creation from concept to completion. This method ensures design integrity while maintaining budget control, allowing clients to focus on personalizing finishes and layouts without coordination challenges between separate design and construction teams.
Mountain Home Construction
Specializing in elevated terrain projects, we create homes that harmonize with mountain landscapes. Our expertise includes navigating challenging topography while incorporating rustic elements like timber beams and stone accents that complement natural surroundings.
Sustainable Building
We implement eco-friendly practices through energy-efficient systems and materials. Our approach includes spray foam insulation, high-performance windows, and sustainable material selections that reduce environmental impact while maintaining superior home performance.
Turn-Key Solutions
From site preparation to final landscaping, our comprehensive service handles every construction detail. Clients receive fully finished homes ready for immediate occupancy, with all systems operational and exterior spaces completed to specification.
People
Michael Grant
Designer
Established Modern Rustic Homes in 1996 with a Georgia Tech architecture degree. His designs blend Old World craftsmanship with modern technology, appearing in international publications. Serves on the Georgia High Country Builders Association Board.
Joe Dixon
General Contractor
Joined Michael in 1996 after starting his construction career in 1984. Specializes in conventional and timber frame homes, focusing on quality craftsmanship. Has built over 300 custom homes while maintaining strict project management standards.
Jeri Presta
Client Services Manager
Manages client communications with financial services experience. Coordinates project information flow to ensure organized documentation throughout construction. Provides personalized support for clients transitioning to mountain lifestyle.
Questions
What areas do you build in?
We primarily serve North Georgia's mountain regions, including Big Canoe and Waterstone communities. Our design services extend beyond this area for clients seeking remote custom home solutions.
What home styles do you specialize in?
We focus on modern rustic designs that combine contemporary technology with traditional mountain aesthetics, featuring elements like timber beams, stone accents, and open-concept layouts.
How involved do I need to be during construction?
Clients participate in key decision points for finishes and fixtures while our team handles technical aspects. We maintain regular communication while respecting your preferred level of involvement.
What does 'turn-key' construction mean?
Our turn-key service completes every aspect from site preparation to landscaping, delivering fully functional homes ready for immediate occupancy with all systems operational.
Do you offer sustainable building options?
Yes, we incorporate energy-efficient systems including spray foam insulation, high-performance windows, and sustainable material selections to create environmentally responsible homes.
Reviews (3)
Rich Haydel
Dec 07, 2019
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Over the past 30 years, we have built three houses. This experience with Caldwell Banker High Country Realty and Modern Rustic Homes, by far, has been the most pleasant and rewarding. From day one, our contact with Michael Grant has been a journey that any homeowner would relish. If we could script a perfect real estate experience, this would be it. Our intuition, after speaking with Michael for the first time, washere is a trustworthy, meticulous and professional Realtor and builder. While Michael provided real estate, design and architectural expertise, his team also included a builder, Joe
Dennis Easter
Nov 30, 2019
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Image Doors provided custom Carriage House garage doors for a couple of Modern Rustic Homes projects. We enjoying working with their staff for the selection and installation of our products. The style and beauty on the log home designs highly complimented the outstanding quality of the garage doors.
David Cox
Oct 01, 2019
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Fantastic team. By far, best build house I have ever owned. From design to finished product, the Modern Rustic team was professional, honest and communicative. Follow-up after the closing was exceptional. A delight to work with!
David & Mary Jo Cox. Big Canoe, GA
David & Mary Jo Cox. Big Canoe, GA
