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Custom Homes

Nashville, Tennessee

What We Build

Any Style, Any Size, Any Vision

Any Size
Cottages to Estates

From cozy 3,000 sq. ft. to 40,000+ sq. ft.

Any Budget
$1M to $50M

The same craftsmanship at every scale

Any Style
Modern to Traditional

Farmhouse, transitional, and everything in between

Any Vision

We mean truly custom. Pools, saunas, gun ranges, bowling alleys, hidden rooms, even private lakes—if you can dream it, we can build it.

What Makes Us Different

No Two Homes Alike

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Guided Selections

Never Walk a Showroom Alone

From finishes to fixtures, our selections coordinators are with you at every appointment—on a schedule built to give you time, structure, and confidence.

See Our Process
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Family Owned & Operated

Crafted for Generations

A family owned builder with over 30 years of experience crafting luxury custom homes in Middle Tennessee.

Our Story
In-House Interior Design

Design, Included

Every home includes full interior design through JJ’s Interiors—one of Nashville’s premier design firms—at no additional fee. Have your own designer? Bring them. We work with any designer you choose.

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How We Charge

Flat Fee Pricing

One fixed builder’s fee—not a percentage of your budget.
No hidden fees, no markups, and every discount passed to you.

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Where We Build

Middle Tennessee

We build all over Nashville—from Franklin to Belle Meade, Leipers Fork to Arrington. Bring your lot, or ask about ours.

Common Questions

FAQs

Can you really build anything?+

Yes. In over 30 years we've built every style and size—cottages, estates, and full family compounds—along with pools, saunas, gun ranges, bowling alleys, hidden rooms and tunnels, fully isolated safe rooms, ICF construction, and even private lakes. If you can dream it, we can build it.

How does your flat fee work?+

Our builder's fee is a single fixed amount agreed on before construction begins—not a percentage of your budget. There are no hidden fees or markups, and every discount we negotiate with vendors and subcontractors is passed straight to you.

Do you charge for change orders?+

No. Our builder's fee never changes when your selections do—whether you choose the $1,000 chandelier or the $10,000 one, our fee stays exactly the same. You simply pay the actual cost of what you choose, with every vendor discount passed to you. We never profit from a change.

Do I have to use your designer?+

No—but you can, at no extra cost. In-house interior design through JJ's Interiors is included in our builder's fee. If you already have a designer or architect you love, bring them. We work with any team you choose.

Do I need to own a lot before contacting you?+

No. Many clients bring their own lot, and we'll help you get the most out of it. Still looking? We have realtors on staff who can help you find and evaluate the right piece of land—or ask about our current lot availability.

How will I know what my home will cost?+

Before we break ground, we build a full quote using real numbers from real vendors—from the windows and framing down to the port-a-johns. During construction you receive monthly budget-to-actual reports and an audit report with every vendor bill attached, so you always know exactly where your project stands.

Where do you build?+

All over Nashville and Middle Tennessee—Brentwood, Franklin, Belle Meade, Leipers Fork, Arrington, and beyond.

Start A Conversation

Ready to talk through your project?

Tell us what you want to build and our team will help you understand the next best step.

Client Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

I took my time and interviewed several builders before choosing Brentwood Builders to build my home. Tyke Johnson is a hands on owner who always picks up his phone to return calls, makes excellent suggestions and has a wealth of experience. Judith Johnson, is equally as impressive and provides a professional accounting of all the expenses throughout the build process. She is also very helpful with design ideas. Their son Ryan recently joined the family business and is very impressive. He has 2 engineering degrees and has been extremely helpful throughout the build process. I would highly recommend Brentwood Builders to anyone wanting to build a custom home in the Nashville area.

Tyke and Judith assisted us with a remodel during COVID. They made the entire process so easy and painless during a less than ideal time. The decision-making and seemingly endless details can be overwhelming with any project, but Tyke and Judith gave us great guidance throughout the process and made our decision-making so easy. Budget was important and Judith kept us spot-on throughout. Tyke offered solutions and ideas for our project that we never considered and Judith's eye for design is impeccable. I especially appreciated the detailed scheduling and the communication they provided. They gave us a clear timeline for the entire project and communicated clearly with us throughout each phase. Every subcontractor they sent into our home was skilled & professional and their completed work was impeccable. I can't say enough about the quality of workmanship and the attention to detail that the entire Brentwood Builders team provided. Five years later I still love every selection I made (with their help) and I wouldn't change a thing.

We would give the highest recommendation to use Brentwood Builders. Tyke and Judith are a pleasure to work with. They took the time to get to know our family and understand our vision for our home. Tyke is an expert builder and demands quality from everyone involved. Judith guided us through the finish/materials selection process very efficiently and with low stress. They kept our project on budget and executed much faster than other projects in our neighborhood. We would love to work with them again!

We had an incredible experience working with Brentwood Builders. From start to finish, Tyke and Judith were professional, attentive, and dedicated to building a high-quality home. They listened to our needs, provided expert advice, and kept us updated throughout the entire process. They took the stress out of building. Their craftsmanship is top-notch and we couldn't be happier with the result. We highly recommend them for anyone looking to build their dream home.

We interviewed 5 builders to build our home. While all were excellent builders, Tyke and Judith rose to the top by far. They explained exactly how they worked with clients and how they would keep us on budget. Our building experience with them was amazing. They were always available to answer questions or any concerns. I give them the ultimate compliment. If we build another house, it will most definitely be with Brentwood Builders!!

We moved 9 times in the first 15 years of marriage…buying, building and renovating several homes along that journey. Our final step was Brentwood…and we were SO BLESSED to be introduced to the Brentwood Builders Team as we were discerning a major renovation. They came highly recommended from several trusted sources…and we were blessed to personally understand why these references thought so highly of this amazing team! The key word that we would use to describe the Brentwood Builders team is TRUST! You can TRUST them with every facet of your project from consultation, design, pricing, execution, budgeting, collaborating, listening, adjusting as needed to our evolving changes and follow up/through after the project is finished. We are so happy with the entire experience, from beginning to end, with the Brentwood Builders Team…and you will be as well! You can TRUST this team to turn your dreams into reality on time, on budget, and above expectations in terms of the final outcomes!