Summary: Elevate Design + Build’s Lee’s Summit design-build roadmap guides you from lot selection to lifelong warranty. By tapping local permitting tools, top-ranked schools, and 1,200 + acres of parkland, we craft energy-smart homes that feel native to the neighborhood. Our integrated team delivers transparent budgets, weekly progress updates, and award-winning craftsmanship—making the custom-home journey as welcoming as the city itself.
The Design-Build Process for Lee’s Summit Custom Homes
At Elevate Design + Build, every step of our design-build process has been refined with Lee’s Summit homeowners in mind. By keeping architecture, interior design, permitting, and construction under one roof, we remove hand-offs, prevent surprises, and finish beautiful, highly efficient homes on time and on budget.
1. Discovery & Site Selection
It all begins with a discovery meeting, where we sit down with you to learn about your lifestyle, priorities, and must-haves for your new home. Whether you’re dreaming of a spacious kitchen for family gatherings or a private home office with plenty of natural light, we listen carefully and ask the right questions to understand how you want to live in your space.
Next, we help you evaluate available lots—from lake-view parcels near Longview Lake to quiet cul-de-sacs close to Lee’s Summit R-7 School District campuses. Because we’re active members of the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce, we stay current on emerging neighborhoods, economic trends, and upcoming infrastructure upgrades that can add long-term value to your investment.
2. Vision-Driven Design
Once the site is secured, our architects translate your ideas into detailed floor plans and immersive 3D walkthroughs to show you exactly how your home will look before construction even begins. Our experienced designers will work closely with you to develop floor plans that reflect your needs and style. You’ll also visit our in-house design studio to explore curated finish selections for flooring, cabinetry, lighting, fixtures, and more. Whether you know exactly what you want or need guidance choosing a cohesive style, our team is here to support every decision.
3. Approvals & Pre-Construction
Navigating municipal approvals is simple with our in-house permitting team. We submit plans through the city’s Development Services CityView Portal, coordinate any Unified Development Ordinance requirements, and handle HOA architectural reviews. And because we manage everything in-house, we can identify potential challenges early—such as HOA restrictions, elevation changes, or site access issues—and resolve them before they become costly delays. We communicate timelines clearly and provide updates along the way, so you always know what’s next.
4. Craftsmanship in Action
Your dedicated project manager oversees every aspect of construction, coordinating skilled trade partners and conducting quality inspections at each milestone. We keep you informed with weekly updates, site photos, and budget tracking, so you’re never left wondering about progress.
5. Finishing Touches & Orientation
As construction nears completion, we focus on finishing touches and final walkthroughs. Our attention to detail is unmatched—every cabinet line, paint finish, and trim element is reviewed to ensure it meets our exacting standards. We then walk you through your new home, demonstrate how systems and smart-home features operate, and address any final adjustments. And our relationship doesn’t end at closing. We remain available for warranty requests and post-move-in support, ensuring you’re fully satisfied long after you’ve settled in.
6. Lifetime Partnership
Your relationship with Elevate doesn’t end at closing. Our warranty specialists remain just a click away, and we schedule complimentary check-ins during the first year to ensure everything performs exactly as promised.
Ready to elevate your Lee’s Summit lifestyle?
Schedule a discovery consultation today and see how our proven process turns local lot lines into a custom home that belongs—heart and soul—to Lee’s Summit.