Founded on the idea of custom home construction to the level of superlative craftsmanship
Our Expertise since 1972
With more than five decades of design and custom homebuilding expertise, Larry Marleau has built hundreds of homes in the Contra Costa, San Joaquin, Napa, Alameda and surrounding areas. Over the years, Larry Marleau has perfected the client-centered, one-stop design + build experience.
At Larry Marleau Builder, we have an incredible team and deep professional relationships with architects, engineers, designers, suppliers, tradespeople, and craftsmen who we partner with to turn your dream into a reality. We measure our success in our clients’ experiences; from the first friendly conversation where we discuss dreams and style inspiration, to the client centered team of professionals and craftspeople that create and execute a seamless plan, to the family gatherings and memories made over the years at their dream home.
Our Inspiration
Our inspiration draws from the architecture of the Napa area, the captivating blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. The buildings in this region are often influenced by the traditional European wine country style. Rustic and charming, picturesque farmhouses and cottages adorned with wooden beams, stone materials, and earthy color palettes. They showcase Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired designs, with stucco walls, arched doorways, and tiled roofs. The area also embraces innovation with contemporary architectural expressions, reflecting the dynamic spirit of the region. From sleek glass and steel buildings that provide stunning views to sustainable structures seamlessly integrated into the surrounding landscape, the architecture of the area perfectly complements its breathtaking scenery, making it an architectural destination. At Larry Marleau Builder we look to the past for creative inspiration, not the latest trends, focusing the style of our work on the timeless grace of classic architecture.
Our Philosophy
What is a craft without a craftsman to pursue and perfect it? It is mere trade, the stuff of assembly lines. At Larry Marleau Builder, we founded our business on the idea of re-elevating custom home building to the level of superlative craftsmanship. We adamantly demand excellence and architectural integrity, while encouraging and facilitating expressive individualism. Every home and project we create is executed with the utmost care and precision.
Our Process
We treat our clients like partners, each with a unique vision that is essential to the design + build process. Your ideas and dreams play an integral role in the process from the first planning meeting until it’s time to turn the key and open the front door on a completed project.
The Larry Marleau Builder experience begins with your property, whether it’s .5 acres or 50 acres, and a dream – your dream of a sophisticated custom project unlike any other. With our vision and personalized design + build process your unique project will be professional, collaborative and always fun, culminating in a home worthy of the highest accolades. When you walk through the doors of your new home, you’ll immediately feel the difference. Our projects simply stand apart.
Design Services
Land Planning
Subdivision and Platting
Surveying
Architectural Design
Floor Plan Design
Civil and Structural Engineering Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architectural Design
Lighting Design
Construction Services
Land Development
o Land Clearing & Tree Work
o Excavation & Grading
o Low Water Crossings & Bridges
o Roads & Driveways
o Gated Entrances & Fencing
o Ponds & Stock Tanks
o Water Wells & Septic Systems
o UtilitiesCustom Homebuilding
Adaptive Re-use
Additions
Renovations
Remodels
Guest Cottages
Party Barns
Stables
Pools & Spas
Fountains & Water Features