Custom New Construction Home Progress in Kannapolis

Turner Design Build has something special in store. We are building multiple custom homes in Kannapolis.

There’s something special about watching a home rise from the ground up — especially when it’s tucked into a quiet, tree-lined property right outside of Mooresville.

This new construction home sits on a beautiful flat lot backing up to mature trees and complete solitude. Designed with both everyday comfort and long-term living in mind, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath custom home also includes a spacious bonus room — perfect for a playroom, home office, media space, or future flexibility.

Designed for Living — Today and Years From Now

One of the most thoughtful features of this custom build is the primary suite located on the main level. A main-floor primary bedroom offers convenience, privacy, and long-term accessibility — something many homeowners are prioritizing in new construction across the Kannapolis and greater Cabarrus County area. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and a bonus space create room to grow, host, and adapt as life changes.

This is the beauty of building new — every square foot is intentional.

Digging for the well

Second floor has begun!

Update : Well Water, Smart Planning & Framing in Progress

The well has officially been dug — a major milestone for this property and an important reminder that planning for utilities early in the process is a key part of smart new home construction. As a design-build team, we coordinate these details up front so there are no surprises down the road, especially when building on private land in areas surrounding the Lake Norman Area. With the utilities underway, framing has begun — and this is the moment clients always love. Walls are going up, rooms are taking shape, and windows are beginning to frame the tree line that will soon be part of daily views. What was once lines on paper is now transforming into a walk-through reality. Standing inside during framing is powerful — you can finally feel the scale of the ceilings, the openness of the living areas, and the natural light that will pour in from the backyard. It’s where the home truly starts to come alive.

A Kitchen With a View

At the heart of the home is a beautifully designed kitchen featuring carefully curated selections that blend function and style. While finishes are still underway, the layout alone tells the story.

From the kitchen sink and island, the sightline is uninterrupted:

Kitchen → vaulted outdoor dining space → expansive backyard → wooded privacy.

That visual connection was completely intentional.

Large windows and rear-facing glass doors were strategically placed to draw natural light deep into the living area while keeping the peaceful tree line front and center. When designing custom homes, we always consider how interior spaces interact with the land itself — especially when the lot is this special.

Outdoor Living, Elevated

The custom outdoor living space was designed with gathering in mind.

A vaulted outdoor dining area extends directly off the main living space, creating a seamless transition between indoors and out. Whether it’s weeknight dinners outside, fall football gatherings, or slow Sunday mornings with coffee, this covered space adds usable square footage and year-round functionality.

In new home construction, outdoor living isn’t an afterthought — it’s a core part of how families live.

On a flat lot like this one, the expansive backyard offers endless future possibilities: pool, garden beds, play space, or simply uninterrupted green space framed by trees.

Building Smart From the Start

With the foundation poured and framing in progress, this home is well on its way. The well installation has already been completed — a critical early milestone when building on private land in and around Kannapolis.

As a design-build firm, coordinating site work, utilities, layout placement, and construction timelines under one roof allows for smoother execution and clearer communication throughout the entire new construction process.

New construction offers something resale homes simply can’t — the ability to tailor layout, storage, outdoor living, and long-term functionality to your exact lifestyle. When the lot backs up to trees like this one? It becomes more than a house. It becomes a retreat.

We’re excited to continue sharing progress as framing wraps up and this custom home in Kannapolis starts to truly take shape.

Our Design-Build Approach to New Construction

As a full-service design-build firm, we guide our clients through every phase of the custom home journey — starting with lot evaluation and feasibility to ensure the property supports the vision. From there, we move into custom home design, thoughtfully aligning layout, selections, and structural details with real-life functionality. Budget alignment happens early and continues throughout the process, followed by permitting, site work coordination, and active construction management as the home takes shape. We remain hands-on through the final detailing and finishes, ensuring every element feels cohesive and intentional. Keeping everything under one roof allows for clearer communication, smarter budgeting, and a streamlined building experience — something especially valuable when navigating new construction in growing areas like Kannapolis.

If you’ve been considering building a custom home in Kannapolis or the surrounding Lake Norman area, this is your sign to start the conversation. Thoughtful design, strategic planning, and intentional outdoor living make all the difference when building from the ground up.