Design-Build in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Reschka Design Build serves Bloomfield Hills homeowners with premium main-floor remodels and custom home construction. From the wooded estates along Long Lake Road to the sprawling properties off Cranbrook Road, we bring design-build expertise to one of Michigan's premier residential communities — where homes are large, expectations are high, and the construction process must match both.
Why Bloomfield Hills Homeowners Choose Design-Build
Bloomfield Hills is defined by estate-scale properties, many of them custom-built 20 to 40 years ago by builders whose work was excellent for its era but whose floor plans and finishes no longer reflect how the current owners want to live. Main floors that once flowed formally — separate dining rooms, closed kitchens, compartmentalized living areas — are now candidates for the kind of open, connected layout that lets a 7,000-square-foot home feel like one cohesive space rather than a series of rooms.
These projects are not small. A typical Bloomfield Hills main-floor remodel involves substantial structural work — multiple wall openings, new beam systems, relocation of mechanical systems to accommodate new ceiling and sightline heights — and high-end finish specifications across large square footages. The design phase alone requires careful coordination between architectural intent, structural engineering, and the client's selection process.
We also build custom homes in Bloomfield Hills, both on established lots and on new land. The city operates under its own permitting authority and has architectural review processes that require thoughtful coordination early in the design phase. HOA covenants in some neighborhoods add a review layer before city permits are sought. Our pre-construction process is structured to navigate all of this so that what gets submitted to the city and HOA is fully resolved — not a work-in-progress that gets sent back.
For estate remodels and custom builds at this scale, the value of a single-contract design-build relationship is most visible: one team, one schedule, one accountability structure.
What We Build in Bloomfield Hills
Reschka Design Build brings the same single-contract design-build approach to Bloomfield Hills that we use across Oakland County — one team, one schedule, one accountability structure from design through construction.
Main-Floor Remodels — Starting at $120K
Kitchen-centered main-floor transformations where layout, flow, and structural integration matter. We open walls, improve circulation between kitchen and living areas, and manage the full scope from design through construction under one contract.
Custom Home Building — Starting at $700K
We build custom homes in Bloomfield Hills and throughout Oakland County — on vacant lots, teardown sites, and select infill properties. Every custom home project starts with design-build planning that aligns architecture, budget, and site constraints before permitting begins.
OUR WORK IN BLOOMFIELD HILLS
The projects below represent the scale and finish quality typical of our estate-level remodel work across Oakland County, including communities similar to Bloomfield Hills.
What Bloomfield Hills Clients Say
Hear from homeowners we've served in and around Bloomfield Hills.
"We couldn't be happier with how our home turned out. Every detail was handled thoughtfully, the process felt clear the whole way through, and the end result fits how we live."
Remodeling Investment in Bloomfield Hills
| Service | Starting Investment |
|---|---|
| Main-Floor Remodel | $120K+ |
| Custom Home | $700K+ |
| Large Addition | $175K+ |
Bloomfield Hills projects typically command higher overall investment due to the scale of homes, specification level, and HOA or township review requirements that may extend pre-construction timelines. Estate-scale main-floor remodels often exceed $300,000 and custom homes regularly exceed $1,000,000 depending on size and finish.
Building in Bloomfield Hills: What You Should Know
Bloomfield Hills operates as an independent city with its own Building Department. Permit review for major remodels and new custom homes typically takes three to six weeks from submission, and projects of any significant scale require engineered drawings for structural work. The city is thorough in its review process, which is appropriate for the property values and construction quality expectations in the community.
Many Bloomfield Hills neighborhoods and subdivisions have HOA covenants that require architectural review board (ARB) approval before work begins — separate from the city permit process. This means exterior changes, additions, and in some cases even visible roofline modifications must be approved by the HOA before the city application is submitted. We incorporate both timelines into our pre-construction schedule so neither process delays the start of construction.
Zoning in Bloomfield Hills accommodates large additions on most estate parcels, but setback variances and lot coverage calculations are reviewed carefully, particularly for properties near water or in conservation overlay areas. We handle all coordination as part of our pre-construction services package.
Frequently Asked Questions — Bloomfield Hills
How much does a main-floor remodel cost in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
Estate-scale main-floor remodels in Bloomfield Hills typically start at $200,000 and commonly reach $400,000 to $600,000+ depending on the size of the home, the extent of structural changes, and the finish specification level. The large square footages common in Bloomfield Hills homes mean both material volumes and labor hours are higher than in a typical Oakland County remodel.
Do HOAs in Bloomfield Hills need to approve remodels?
Many Bloomfield Hills subdivisions have HOA covenants that require architectural review board approval for changes that affect the exterior appearance of the home, including additions, window changes, and roofline modifications. Interior-only remodels that don't touch the exterior typically do not require HOA review, but it's worth confirming with your HOA. We review your specific situation during pre-construction.
How long does a large remodel take in Bloomfield Hills?
Estate-scale remodels typically take 16 to 28 weeks of active construction, following a pre-construction phase of 10 to 18 weeks that includes design, HOA coordination, city permitting, and trade scheduling. Total duration from consultation to completion is often 9 to 14 months for a major scope.
Does Reschka Design Build build custom homes in Bloomfield Hills?
Yes. We build custom homes in Bloomfield Hills on teardown lots and on vacant land. Bloomfield Hills is one of our primary custom home markets, and our design-build approach — one team from design through construction — suits the complexity and specification level these projects require.
Serving Bloomfield Hills from Troy
Our Troy office is approximately 20 minutes from Bloomfield Hills, making site visits, design consultations, and project management coordination convenient throughout your build. We maintain active projects across Oakland County simultaneously, so Bloomfield Hills homeowners benefit from the same team and trade relationships as every other community we serve.
Planning a Project in Bloomfield Hills?
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