What PH Design and Construction does

PH Design and Construction is a family-owned, design-build residential construction firm headquartered at 5377 Lauby Rd, North Canton, Ohio, founded by Megan and Aaron Phillips. The company integrates in-house architectural design, 3D rendering and life-sized floor plan walkthroughs (via a Walk Your Plans partnership), and full construction execution under a single contract, eliminating the typical handoffs between separate designers and contractors. Its service catalog spans custom home building ($750K–$2M+ projects), ranch and two-story pre-designed plans at transparent tiered pricing ($295K–$390K+), whole-home remodeling ($100K–$300K+), kitchen and bathroom remodels ($20K–$100K+), basement finishing, home additions, and in-law suites, plus standalone interior design services. The firm serves affluent Northeast Ohio homeowners across Cuyahoga, Medina, Stark, Summit, and Portage Counties, with documented specialty in logistically complex island construction on Kelleys Island.

The business is sales-led and direct-to-consumer, generating leads through its North Canton design studio, home improvement shows (IX Center), Google My Business / Houzz / Zillow profiles, and an active content marketing program. All projects are delivered under itemized, transparent pricing with a single point of contact from design through completion, supported by an app-based project management platform providing weekly progress updates and real-time selections tracking. Pricing is project-based (one-time, fixed-fee per engagement) with no recurring revenue component. The firm is bootstrapped with no outside investment, no M&A history, and no disclosed revenue or headcount trend.

The firm's core technology consists of off-the-shelf 3D rendering tools, project planning software, and proprietary internal logistics systems for managing island construction (ferry scheduling, weather contingency, material staging). Its competitive moat rests on founder expertise (30+ years combined experience), an integrated design-build process, curated preferred-supplier partnerships across cabinetry, stone, flooring, kitchen design, lighting, and glass, and strong local brand reputation evidenced by 5-star Google reviews, BBB verification, and the Best Custom Home Builder 2025 (North Canton) recognition. There is no evidence of proprietary AI/ML technology, platform software product, or recurring revenue model — the business remains a high-touch, bespoke regional service firm.

Name

PH Design and Construction

Legal name

PH Design and Construction LLC

Website

https://phdesignyourhome.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PH Design and Construction is a family-owned design-build firm in North Canton, Ohio, providing custom home building, interior construction, remodeling, and interior design services to affluent homeowners across Northeast Ohio (Cuyahoga, Medina, Stark, Summit, and Portage Counties) including logistically complex island projects on Kelleys Island.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Construction Services

NAICS

Residential Building Construction (2361), Residential Remodelers (236118), Interior Design Services (541410), Architectural Services (54131)

SIC

Operative Builders (1531), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Home Building (IMAFABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE), Architectural Reconfiguration & Structural Alterations (HSAPAEAB)

Keywords

• Custom home building
• Residential remodeling
• Design-build services
• Home additions
• Interior design

Headquarters

HQ city

North Canton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Home Building: Full-service custom home construction from ground up, including site work, design, permitting, and construction. Project values range from $750,000 to $2,000,000+. Includes ranch floor plans, two-story designs, and fully custom homes.
2. Whole-Home Remodeling: Complete interior transformations with reworked floor plans, finishes, and systems. Typical investment range: $100,000-$300,000+. Manages end-to-end from design through final walkthrough.
3. Kitchen Remodeling: Custom cabinetry, islands, lighting, and open-concept layouts. Typical range: $40,000-$100,000+. Includes full construction and design services.
4. Bathroom Remodeling: Walk-in showers, double vanities, and spa-style master baths built to ICC standards. Typical range: $20,000-$60,000.
5. Basement Remodeling: Transforming basements into home theaters, gyms, bars, guest suites with proper egress and moisture control. Typical range: $30,000-$80,000.
6. Home Additions: Room additions, second stories, and sunrooms that blend with existing structures. Typical range: $50,000-$200,000.
7. Interior Design Services: Space planning, furniture and decor selection, lighting design, and cohesive styling as standalone or bundled with construction projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

PH Design and Construction is a family-owned design-build firm that builds custom homes and executes residential remodeling projects in Northeast Ohio. The company offers end-to-end services covering custom home construction, kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodels, home additions, in-law suites, and interior design. It combines in-house design with construction execution under a single integrated team.

Product overview

PH Design and Construction is a family-owned, design-build custom home builder serving Northeast Ohio (Cuyahoga, Medina, and Stark Counties) for over 30 years. The company operates as a unified design-build firm offering custom home building (ranch and two-story floor plans, new construction in multiple styles including Colonial Revival, Farmhouse, Modern Craftsman, Tudor, and Traditional), home remodeling (kitchen, bathroom, basement, whole-home), home additions (room, second-story, bump-out, sunrooms, master suite, garage conversions), and in-law suites. The company also provides integrated interior design services including 3D renderings and space planning. All projects are built to ICC standards and the 2024 Ohio Building Code under a single team, single contract model.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Home Building
• Kitchen Remodeling
• Bathroom Remodeling
• Basement Remodeling
• Home Additions
• In-Law Suites
• Interior Design Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero delays achieved on challenging Kelleys Island project that typically sees 20-40% timeline overruns
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered preferred supplier, standard, preferred partner, core differentiator, industry association, local chapter, economic development, local business, networking and technology partner.

• Casa di Sassipreferred supplierOthersPremium stone and tile supplier providing distinctive European-inspired materials for custom homes across Northeast Ohio. PH Design partners with Casa di Sassi for unique material selections that differentiate their finished projects.
• Morris Flooring and Designpreferred supplierOthersFlooring solutions and interior design expertise partner providing exceptional flooring products and design guidance for PH Design projects.
• Valley Kitchen Designspreferred supplierOthersKitchen design and cabinetry partner delivering stunning, functional kitchen spaces that combine innovative design with quality craftsmanship.
• My Chippe Wastonepreferred supplierOthersPremium natural stone and hardscape materials supplier for distinctive outdoor and interior features in PH Design custom homes.
• Grabill Cabinetspreferred supplierOthersCustom cabinetry specialist providing handcrafted quality and timeless design for PH Design's cabinet and millwork specifications.
• 84 LumberstandardOthersBuilding material supply partner ensuring quality materials for custom home and remodeling projects.
• Graves LumberstandardOthersPremium lumber and building materials supplier supporting local suppliers while maintaining exceptional construction standards.
• Keimpreferred supplierOthersFourth-generation family business in Charm, Ohio supplying premium lumber, custom millwork, and specialty building materials including hardwood flooring, exotic wood selections, quality trim, and exterior materials.
• Lumen Nationpreferred partnerOthersInnovative lighting solutions partner incorporated into custom homes to enhance ambiance and functionality.
• Walnut Creek Glasspreferred partnerOthersPremium glass installations partner for custom windows and specialty glass features throughout Northeast Ohio projects.
• Walk Your Planscore differentiatorTechnology or IntegrationCleveland-based partner providing life-sized floor plan walkthrough experiences at actual dimensions. Before construction, clients physically walk through their home design to visualize room dimensions, traffic flow, and spatial relationships.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)industry associationOthersNational membership demonstrating commitment to industry best practices and excellence in residential construction.
• Ohio Home Builders Association (OHBA)industry associationOthersState-level membership keeping PH Design current with building industry legislation and best practices.
• Medina County Home Builders Associationlocal chapterOthersLocal networking and educational programs participation in Medina County.
• Building Industry Association of Stark County (BIA Stark)local chapterOthersLocal building industry connection and regional construction standards participation.
• BIA Stark County Economic Developmenteconomic developmentOthersActive participation in regional growth and construction industry advancement initiatives.
• Kelleys Island Chamber of Commercelocal businessOthersSupporting local business initiatives and community development on Kelleys Island where PH Design has completed significant projects.
• FGAnetworkingOthersProfessional development and industry networking initiatives partner.
• Efficiency Bosstechnology partnerTechnology or IntegrationWebsite and technology partner providing digital infrastructure and efficiency solutions for PH Design's online presence.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• M/I Homes: Public Ohio-headquartered homebuilder with significant presence across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Overlaps with PH Design in Northeast Ohio residential construction, including custom and design-build offerings, but operates at far greater scale across multiple geographies.
• Toll Brothers: National luxury homebuilder with active presence across multiple U.S. metros. Competes in the premium custom segment and brings procurement scale, capital access, and broader marketing reach PH Design cannot match.
• Drees Homes: Privately held national custom and semi-custom homebuilder with Midwest presence. Overlaps with PH Design on customized single-family construction but operates with broader geographic reach and larger volumes.
• PulteGroup: Largest U.S. homebuilder operating Centex, Del Webb, Pulte, and John Wieland brands. While primarily production-based, PulteGroup's Wieland brand and broader Ohio operations create indirect competitive overlap in the higher-end custom segment.

Direct peers

• Infinity Custom Homes: Ohio-based custom home builder serving the Cleveland and Akron markets. Competes for the same affluent Northeast Ohio homeowners seeking fully custom single-family homes and offers comparable design services.
• Artisan Estate Homes: Northeast Ohio luxury custom home builder focused on high-end design-driven projects. Closely comparable on premium price points, custom design-build delivery, and local geographic focus.
• Petros Homes: Cleveland-area design-build custom home builder serving Northeast Ohio. Directly comparable on geography, product offering (custom homes, additions, whole-home remodels), and affluent customer segment, with similar boutique positioning.
• Cutler Homes: Ohio design-build firm offering custom homes, additions, and remodeling. Comparable in service mix and regional Northeast Ohio presence, with similar design-led differentiation strategy.

Others

• Keim (Keim Lumber): Fourth-generation Ohio specialty lumber and millwork supplier and current PH Design partner. Relevant as an ecosystem participant providing premium materials but not a direct competitor for residential construction services.

Regional players

• The Superior Group of Builders: Northeast Ohio custom home and remodeling firm offering design-build services across Cleveland and Akron markets. Comparable on service portfolio, design-build delivery, and affluent customer segment within an overlapping geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/PHDesignn
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCTiDA6iewWfExOojz7J0RLA
• Facebookfacebook.com/PHdesignandconstruction
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ph-design-and-construction-ohio
• Instagraminstagram.com/phdesignyourhome
• Pinterestpinterest.com/phdesignandconstruction/_created

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about PH Design and Construction