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Why build custom vs purchasing an existing luxury home?

Why build custom vs purchasing an existing luxury home?

by Charles Hendricks | Jul 9, 2025

A big question that comes up when looking for your dream home is whether you should build custom...

Top blog posts of 2024

Top blog posts of 2024

by Charles Hendricks | Dec 28, 2024

It is that time again when we reflect on the past year, reflect on all the awesome clients we have...

Northern Lights from Afton Mountain

Northern Lights from Afton Mountain

by Charles Hendricks | Nov 12, 2024

We have had the honor to design three houses in Elk Rock Meadows at the top of Afton Mountain. The...

Project Update: Elk Rock Meadow Custom Home

Project Update: Elk Rock Meadow Custom Home

by Charles Hendricks | Aug 2, 2024

Our most recent Elk Rock Meadow custom home is moving along and now has walls, windows, and a...

Rockingham County Timber Frame Custom Home

Rockingham County Timber Frame Custom Home

by Charles Hendricks | Jul 29, 2024

Check out this Rockingham County Timber Frame Custom Home taking shape. Herr and Company has been...

Project Update: Massanutten Resort Custom Home

Project Update: Massanutten Resort Custom Home

by Charles Hendricks | Jun 20, 2024

Beck Builders has started moving dirt at Massanutten Resort for a new custom home. This...

Casa Cielo: Blending the in-between spaces

Casa Cielo: Blending the in-between spaces

by Charles Hendricks | Aug 15, 2023

Designing custom homes in the Shenandoah Valley, like Casa Cielo, is a gift. We absolutely love...

#hilltophouse is complete

#hilltophouse is complete

by Charles Hendricks | May 1, 2023

The #hilltophouse is complete, built by Sauder Builders, Inc,. We were able to photograph the...

Kicking off a new dream home project

Kicking off a new dream home project

by Charles Hendricks | Feb 28, 2023

Kicking off a new dream home project has some very special milestones. The first site visit after...

Architecture Design verses Drafting

Architecture Design verses Drafting

by Charles Hendricks | Dec 14, 2022

Discussing the differences in architecture design versus drafting allows us to share the value an...

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Gaines Group Architects is a firm that has a commitment to designing for the future. We have assembled a remarkably talented and experienced team of professionals to pull all building elements into a single elegant and functional design. Integrity, budget control, effective and timely communication, and a thorough knowledge of current technology, construction methods, and materials turn our promise and your dream into a delightful reality.

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Charlottesville Office:

Charlottesville
Office:

910 East High St.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Office: 434-979-5245

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Harrisonburg Office:

Harrisonburg
Office:

141 W. Bruce St. Suite 201
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Office: 540-437-0012

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Roanoke Office:

Roanoke
Office:

CoLab, 1327 Grandin Road SW
Roanoke, VA 24015
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