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Residential New Construction

Custom Single-Family Homes

Fully tailored, ground-up homes designed to meet your lifestyle, space, and aesthetic needs
Modern, traditional, farmhouse, craftsman, or contemporary styles
Energy-efficient and smart home-ready builds
Full design-build services or built from your provided architectural plans

Luxury Custom Homes

High-end custom residences with premium materials, finishes, and architectural features
Expansive floor plans, vaulted ceilings, and custom woodwork or stonework
Spa-like bathrooms, chef-grade kitchens, and designer lighting packages
Home automation systems, wine cellars, private theaters, and more

Multi-Unit Residential Construction

Duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes for rental income or extended families
Small-lot subdivision builds
Custom townhomes or condos
Ideal for investors or multi-generational housing

Ranch-Style & Coastal Properties

Single-story ranch homes with open layouts, wide eaves, and natural materials
Coastal homes designed for ocean-view lots, with weather-resistant materials and raised foundations
Seamless indoor-outdoor transitions with patios, decks, and large glass sliders
Built with regional climate, zoning, and topography in mind

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) & Guest Houses

Detached or attached units for in-laws, guests, or rental income
Custom casitas, backyard cottages, or studio spaces
Built to comply with California ADU regulations and local permitting standards
Includes kitchenettes, bathrooms, and custom layouts

Ground-Up Construction (With Full Permitting & Site Prep)

Full-service construction from raw land to finished home
Coordination of site clearing, grading, utilities, septic/sewer, and foundations
Permit acquisition and inspection scheduling
Transparent project management from beginning to end

Hillside, View Lot & Sloped Terrain Builds

Engineered hillside homes with reinforced foundations and retaining walls
Maximizing views with elevated living spaces, balconies, and large windows
Specialized permitting and soil testing handled for difficult lots

Energy-Efficient & Green Homes

Solar-ready construction and full solar integration
Energy Star appliances, high-efficiency HVAC, insulation, and windows
Sustainable building materials and low-impact construction practices
Passive design strategies for natural light, ventilation, and energy conservation

Spec Home Construction

Turnkey new builds for real estate investors or developers
Designed for quick resale with high market appeal
Cost-effective layouts with popular upgrades and finish options
Built on your land or as part of a broader development

Rebuilds & Fire/Disaster Recovery Construction

Complete teardown and rebuild services
Work with insurance adjusters and engineers
Restore and modernize properties affected by wildfire, flood, or seismic damage

Historic-Looking New Construction

Build a brand-new home with the look and charm of a historical style
Craftsman, Spanish Revival, Colonial, Victorian, or Bungalow-inspired homes
Traditional finishes with modern construction methods and codes

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Why Clients Choose Us

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Trusted Home Construction Since 2005

We’ve been bringing high-quality residential new construction to Southern California homeowners since 2005—establishing a trusted reputation grounded in integrity, craftsmanship, and lasting results.

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Reputation Built on Referrals

Over 95% of our residential construction work comes from referrals—earned through strong relationships, reliable results, and the trust we build with every client.

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Absolutely the Best Materials For Lasting Results

We use trusted, high-quality materials at every stage—from the ground up—to make sure your home isn’t just visually impressive, but truly built to last.

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Truly Custom Homes

Whether you’re starting with a full set of plans or just a vision in mind, we offer complete customization to bring your ideas to life. If you can imagine it, we’re ready to build it.

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Owner-Led Hands-On Oversight from Start to Finish

Our owner, Lincoln James, stays personally involved in every phase of your home build—ensuring transparent communication, detailed planning, and a level of accountability you can count on.

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Dependable Timelines & Budget Control

When it comes to residential new construction, we understand the importance of staying on schedule and on budget. Our detail-oriented planning keeps your home build moving smoothly, with clear timelines and no financial surprises.

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Licensed & Fully Insured

As a California-licensed contractor (#B-860952), we meet all required building codes and regulations—ensuring your residential new construction project is completed to the highest legal and safety standards.

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Locally Owned. Community Focused

Lincoln James Construction is proudly based in Ventura & Los Angeles Counties and locally owned. We know the needs of our communities and treat every residential new construction project like it’s in our own backyard—honesty, and personalized service to every build.

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