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Custom Home Builder in Clearwater
Build Your Dream Home in Clearwater With Zero Compromise
Proudly serving Clearwater and Pinellas County. From initial design to final walkthrough, we handle every detail of your custom home build.
Trusted by countless
Clearwater residents
Best Rated
Builder Company
in Clearwater Area
A Full Service Company
We Handle Everything
From securing permits to the final coat of paint, our comprehensive approach means you never have to juggle contractors or worry about the details. We are your single point of contact for home building in Clearwater.
Plan
We handle feasibility studies, lot evaluation, budgeting, and securing all necessary permits (including Pinellas County building codes) before a single shovel hits the dirt.
Design
Our team transforms your ideas into a fully realized design, handling everything from layout to fine details so nothing is left to guesswork.
Build
We manage the entire construction process from start to finish, keeping everything on track so you never have to juggle contractors or details.
Elevated Minimalist
Clearwater Modern
4 Bed • 4 Bath • 5,100 Sq Ft
Our Expertise
What We Know Really Well
From waterfront estates to elevated modern designs, we master every style of luxury home building across Tampa Bay
Premium
Luxury Homes
Uncompromising elegance and bespoke craftsmanship. We create opulent residences with premium materials, custom millwork, and sophisticated design elements that define true luxury living.
Premium
Waterfront Estates
Specialized expertise in coastal construction with hurricane-rated materials, saltwater-resistant finishes, and designs that maximize stunning water views while ensuring structural resilience.
Premium
Elevated Homes
Expert engineering for elevated and stilt construction, maximizing views and flood protection. Perfect for coastal zones requiring elevated foundations with seamless integration of indoor-outdoor living.
Featured
3-Story Designs
Vertical living at its finest. We design multi-level homes that maximize space on compact lots with rooftop terraces, elevator integration, and architectural features that enhance each floor’s unique purpose.
Featured
Design & Build
Our signature integrated approach combines architectural design, engineering, and construction under one roof. Streamlined communication, cost transparency, and a single point of accountability from concept to completion.
What We offer
Other Services
Signature Service
Custom Home Building
We design and build luxury custom, waterfront, and elevated homes in Clearwater with a full design-build process, focusing on hurricane-resistant construction and premium coastal design.
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Home Remodeling
High-quality, stress-free renovations using our design-build approach and precision craftsmanship, guaranteed to be on-time and on-budget.
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Home Additions
Create seamless additions to your existing property using our design-build process, premium materials, and 20+ years of experience in hurricane-resilient construction.
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Architectural Design & Engineering
Integrated design-build services that include advanced planning and precision engineering for a streamlined process, guaranteed on-time and on- budget.
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Remove The Friction
How To Get Started With
Your Renovation
We’ve streamlined our onboarding process to be as simple and transparent as possible. Here is exactly what happens when you reach out.
Design-Build Excellence
Our ProvenDesign-to-Build Process
A stress-free journey combining innovative design and precision engineering to deliver your luxury custom home in Clearwater from concept to completion.
Step 01
Consultation
We begin with an in-depth consultation to chart the course for your new luxury home, understanding your vision, lifestyle, and aspirations.
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Step 02
Concept Design
This phase is dedicated to anchoring your vision and developing the core architectural concepts for your luxury project.
Step 03
Schematic Design
We move into detailed schematic design to refine the plan, structural layout, and ensure every detail aligns with your expectations.
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Step 04
3D Modeling
By rigging the details with advanced 3D modeling, you can visualize the project and confirm all specifications before construction begins.
Step 05
Construction Documents
All necessary documents for permitting and construction are finalized with precision and attention to regulatory requirements.
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Step 06
Budget & Project Management
The final phase includes comprehensive project management and budget oversight, guaranteeing the build is completed on-time and on-budget.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Experience our proven design-build process and transform your vision into reality.
Coverage
Building Across Clearwater
We proudly serve the entire Clearwater area, bringing luxury custom home construction to neighborhoods across Tampa Bay.
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What
Our Clients
Say
“Building a custom home is inherently stressful, but this team mitigated so much of that anxiety.”
— Michael S.
Custom Home Building
Safety Harbor, FL
“From the first meeting to the final walkthrough, everything was handled flawlessly. We never felt overwhelmed, which is rare for a project like this.”
– Jason M.
Custom Home Building
Sarasota, FL
“They took care of everything and kept us informed the entire time. The process was smooth, organized, and the end result exceeded our expectations.”
— Lauren D
Custom Home Building
Naples, FL
“We were expecting stress, delays, and confusion, but the entire experience was the opposite. Everything was clear, professional, and executed at a high level.”
— Chris R.
Custom Home Building
Clearwater Beach, FL
“We had a very specific vision for our home, and they brought it to life better than we imagined. Every detail felt intentional and well thought out.”
— Chris R.
Custom Home Building
Boca Raton, FL
“Living out of state during the build could have been a nightmare, but they handled everything. We always felt in the loop without being overwhelmed.”
— Amanda K.
Custom Home Building
Fort Lauderdale, FL
“The craftsmanship really stands out. You can tell they don’t cut corners, and that gave us a lot of confidence throughout the entire process.”
— Daniel P.
Custom Home Building
St. Petersburg, FL
Oceanblu Design is hands down one of the most reliable and honest contractors we’ve worked with. Their customer service is outstanding, their pricing is fair and upfront, and there are no surprises along the way. That kind of transparency is hard to find...
– Bobby Diggs
Tile work installation
I reached out to Oceanblu after discovering unexpected issues in my home, and I’m so grateful I did. From the start, their professionalism and transparency stood out. They thoroughly evaluated everything and made sure the work was done properly, not just quickly.
Gregory...
– Kayla Avila
Home renovations
Greg Hersey is remarkable! He and his team have been a huge help with various home related issues we have had in our older home. Greg is responsive, professional, and meticulous in attention to detail. The quality he delivers is evident in the stunning options displayed in his showroom and...
– Linda Pollack
Home renovations
Working with Oceanblu Design Build, LLC was an incredible experience from start to finish. From the initial design phase to the ribbon cutting, Greg and his team treat you like family every step of the way. Professional, transparent, and truly committed to bringing your vision to life — they don’t...
– Shawuana Brown
Home renovations
Ocean Blue Design is doing a spectacular job building our home in Treasure Island. From design, execution, and answering our millions of questions, they are top-tier. Greg knows the plan inside and out and builds everything to the quality he would expect for his own home. I highly recommend them...
– Randy McCombs
Home renovations
We are having an amazing experience with OceanBlu. After having been through two hurricanes back-to-back, we felt overwhelmed with where to begin with rebuilding our dream home. He made design and development seamless, and fought the city of Treasure Island for nine months to get us a permit for our...
– Danielle Fasciano
Home renovations
We met Greg at Ocean Blu several years ago. Thanks to him and his staff we re-did our office and added custom cabinets and closets and picked our quartz tops and everything was done great! It was so nice to be able to go to one place and get all...
– Danielle Baker
Home renovations
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