HOW WE WORK
Building a custom home is one of the most significant things you'll ever do. Here's exactly how we do it.
Building a custom home is one of the most significant things you'll ever do. Here's exactly how we do it.
PHASE 01
Pre-Construction
Before a single shovel hits the ground, we do the work that determines everything else.
Pre-construction is where your vision gets translated into a buildable reality: selecting or collaborating with your architect, completing the design development process, navigating Miami-Dade or Broward permitting requirements, and finalizing your budget and schedule.
We can recommend architect partners if you don't already have one — and we will always tell you the truth about what a design will cost before we break ground.
PHASE 02
Site Preparation
Every home begins with the land. Site prep covers clearing, excavation, grading, and utility connections.
In South Florida, this phase also accounts for soil conditions, drainage requirements, and flood zone compliance — factors that less experienced builders underestimate. We don't.
PHASE 03
Foundation
Miami's soil and climate demand a foundation built to last. Whether poured concrete slab, stem wall, or deep pile foundations for waterfront properties, we select and execute the right system for the site. This phase sets the standard for everything above it — and we treat it accordingly.
PHASE 04
Structure
Framing, structural walls, roof system, and exterior envelope. This is when your home becomes something you can walk through for the first time — when the floor plan leaves paper and becomes space. We coordinate closely with your architect and the interior designer throughout to ensure the structure honors the design intent.
PHASE 05
MEP
(Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing)
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in is the nervous system of your home — invisible once the walls close, but felt every single day. We work with trusted, licensed South Florida subcontractors who understand the demands of luxury residential construction: HVAC systems engineered for Miami's climate, electrical capacity for modern living, and plumbing layouts that serve both function and design.
PHASE 06
Finishes & Handover
This is where the home becomes yours. Flooring, tile, cabinetry, millwork, fixtures, paint — every finish is selected with intention and installed with care. We conduct a rigorous punch-list process before any walkthrough, because your first impression of your finished home should be exactly that: finished. When we hand you the keys, the house is ready to live in.
PHASE 01
Pre-Construction
Before a single shovel hits the ground, we do the work that determines everything else.
Pre-construction is where your vision gets translated into a buildable reality: selecting or collaborating with your architect, completing the design development process, navigating Miami-Dade or Broward permitting requirements, and finalizing your budget and schedule.
We can recommend architect partners if you don't already have one — and we will always tell you the truth about what a design will cost before we break ground.
PHASE 02
Site Preparation
Every home begins with the land. Site prep covers clearing, excavation, grading, and utility connections. In South Florida, this phase also accounts for soil conditions, drainage requirements, and flood zone compliance — factors that less experienced builders underestimate. We don't.
PHASE 03
Foundation
Miami's soil and climate demand a foundation built to last. Whether poured concrete slab, stem wall, or deep pile foundations for waterfront properties, we select and execute the right system for the site. This phase sets the standard for everything above it — and we treat it accordingly.
PHASE 04
Structure
Framing, structural walls, roof system, and exterior envelope. This is when your home becomes something you can walk through for the first time — when the floor plan leaves paper and becomes space. We coordinate closely with your architect and the interior designer throughout to ensure the structure honors the design intent.
PHASE 05
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing)
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in is the nervous system of your home — invisible once the walls close, but felt every single day. We work with trusted, licensed South Florida subcontractors who understand the demands of luxury residential construction: HVAC systems engineered for Miami's climate, electrical capacity for modern living, and plumbing layouts that serve both function and design.
PHASE 06
Finishes & Handover
This is where the home becomes yours. Flooring, tile, cabinetry, millwork, fixtures, paint — every finish is selected with intention and installed with care. We conduct a rigorous punch-list process before any walkthrough, because your first impression of your finished home should be exactly that: finished. When we hand you the keys, the house is ready to live in.
HOW WE COMUNICATE
YOUR PROJECT MANAGER
Every build gets a dedicated manager focused on keeping your project on track, on budget, and on schedule from start to finish.
DIRECT LINE TO THE TOP
Ray and David are always reachable directly — no gatekeepers, no delays, just fast answers whenever you need them most.
BI-WEEKLY
CHECK-INS
Regular progress meetings with your project manager keep you informed and in full control at every stage of the build.
Monthly OAC Meetings
Owner, Architect, and Contractor together in one room, keeping all parties aligned and every key decision moving forward.
Architect 1
Feedback from client 1
Architect 2
Feedback from client 2
HOW WE
WORK WITH
COLLABORATORS
Architects and Interior Designers are our closest collaborators. We believe the best homes are built when the GC and the design team operate as genuine partners — not separate tracks.
OUR STANDARD PRACTICE INCLUDES
• Pre-construction email alignment on design intent, budget parameters, and schedule.
• Monthly on-site walkthroughs with the architect of record throughout the build.
• Open communication between our project managers and the design team at every phase.
FAQ
Building a custom home with Dorlom takes at least two years from permit approval to handover. Pre-construction, including permitting, engineering, and design coordination, adds time before a shovel hits the ground. You will always have a clear picture of the schedule, and we communicate every shift as the project moves.
Custom construction is priced by scope, not square foot. Material selections, site conditions, and finish specifications all shape the final number. We build your budget honestly from the start, require your approval before any scope change, and provide transparent cost breakdowns throughout. No surprises at the end.
Every Dorlom project has a dedicated project manager who becomes deeply familiar with your home, your preferences, and your timeline. They are your primary point of contact throughout the build. And Ray and David are always one call away. Boutique scale means you are never passed down a chain.
Conditions evolve in any build. Our approach is transparency first: if something changes, we communicate it immediately and present your options clearly. Change orders are documented, priced, and approved before work proceeds. Nothing moves forward without your sign-off.
Yes, and we welcome it. We have long-standing relationships with architects and designers across Miami and collaborate directly with your team from day one. If you are still selecting a design partner, we are glad to make introductions.
Every home in our portfolio was built by the same team that will build yours. We document each project in detail so you can see our standard of craft at every phase. We also invite prospective clients to visit active builds in person so quality is never a question of trust alone.
Every casa starts with a conversation. Let's have one.
You've seen the process. Now let's talk about your project.
