Bright modern kitchen featuring a large center island with white countertops, custom cabinetry with brass hardware, pendant lights, and a stainless-steel Wolf double oven set against a dark stone backsplash and hood in a custom home by August Homes

Reimagine the Future of Home

Your home should be more than beautiful. It should be built for health, efficiency, and resilience. As a top custom home builder in the DC metro area, August Homes leads the way in high-performance construction, redefining what it means to live in a home that truly supports you and your environment.

Every custom high-performance home we build tells a new story: one of clean, healthy air, advanced energy efficiency, and the freedom of energy independence. We integrate the latest technologies to ensure your home is as future-ready as it is stunning, whether that’s triple-pane windows and high-performance doors, or solar power with a battery backup.

Our clients across the DC metro area, including Maryland and Northern Virginia, choose August Homes because they want more than a standard new build. They want a home designed to last for generations while lowering costs and environmental impact.

If you’re ready to reimagine what home can be, we’ll build it: a residence that delivers luxury, performance, and sustainability without compromise.

Interior brick wall with fireplace in custom built home in the DC Metro Area

What is a High-Performance Home?

A high-performance home is designed and built with advanced construction methods and technologies that maximize energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and long-term comfort. Unlike standard new builds, our homes are crafted with:

  • Advanced insulation and air sealing
  • Triple-pane windows and high-performance doors
  • Enhanced healthy indoor air quality systems
  • Smart home energy management
  • Solar power and battery backup integration

The result? A healthier, quieter, and more comfortable home that lowers energy use and provides peace of mind.

Our Design-Build Process for Custom Homes

Every custom home journey with August Homes is personalized. Take a look at what we can do.

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1. Collaboration

We begin with a meeting to look over your site, budget, timeline, and goals. Our team assesses your land (if applicable) and helps establish a clear, organized path forward for your custom home.

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2. Design

Next, we collaborate with trusted architects and designers to shape your home’s layout, elevations, and finishes. Each detail is planned for efficiency, long-term performance, and timeless balance.

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3. Plan

Once your design is approved, we prepare clear estimates and coordinate permits and material selections. Every choice supports your home’s beauty and overall performance.

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4. Build

Construction moves forward with complete attention to detail and communication. We manage progress, complete walkthroughs, and deliver a high-performance home built to the highest standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom High-Performance Home in the DC Area?

Costs vary based on size, complexity, and finishes. Generally, a custom energy-efficient home in DC / Northern Virginia / Maryland may begin around $400 to $500+ per square foot, with luxury builds ranging higher. We provide detailed estimates during our design phase.

What Makes a High-Performance Home Different From a Standard New Build?

Unlike conventional builds, our homes integrate LEED AP Certified Builder practices and Passive House certified methods, reducing energy waste and improving air quality. This creates a home that is healthier, more efficient, and longer-lasting.

How Long Does It Take to Design and Build a Custom Home?

On average, the custom home design and construction timeline is 12 to 18+ months, depending on design complexity, permitting, and chosen upgrades.

Can I Bring My Own Architect or Plans to August Homes?

Yes. While most clients choose to work with our partner architects and designers, we welcome outside plans and will adapt them to meet our high-performance building standards. We also offer customizable home models to start from.

Do High-Performance Homes Really Lower Energy Bills?

Absolutely. Our energy-efficient homes in the DC Metro area are engineered to reduce heating, cooling, and electrical costs by up to 70%, depending on design and system integration.

What Upgrades Are Most Popular in Custom High-Performance Homes?

Top requests include triple-pane windows, solar power and battery backup, custom luxury interiors, and healthy air quality systems.

Do You Build on My Lot, or Do I Need to Purchase Land Through You?

You can build on your lot in DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland. If you don’t have land, our team can recommend trusted real estate partners.

What Certifications Do August Homes’ Projects Meet?

We build to create LEED-Certified Homes, Passive Houses, and other recognized high-performance standards, ensuring every project meets or exceeds benchmarks for energy efficiency and sustainability.

Do You Offer Aging-in-Place Design Options in Your High-Performance Homes?

Yes. At August Homes, we integrate aging-in-place design features into our custom high-performance homes so your residence can adapt to your needs over time. Popular options include step-free entries, wider doorways, main-level owner’s suites, zero-threshold showers, enhanced lighting, and smart home technology for safety and convenience.

Why Build with August Homes?

  • LEED AP & Passive House Certified Builder in DC
  • Leadership in creating Energy-Independent Communities
  • Refined craftsmanship with uncompromising detail
  • Trusted Washington DC luxury home builder
Your dream home is more than a structure. It’s a high-performance lifestyle. Let’s build it together.

Ready to design your custom high-performance home? Contact August Homes today to begin your journey.

A custom home in the Washington DC Metro by August Homes featuring a modern farmhouse style with white siding, dark-framed windows, and a wide front porch supported by white columns in front of a large double front door with glass panels.