REEF is proud to be selected as one of the winners of the 2016 BRICC Awards Established in 2012, the BRICC Awards are presented biennially to outstanding builders, remodelers, architects, designers, and other housing-related professionals. Featuring over 40 categories, the BRICC Awards encompasses all facets of the residential building and remodeling industries, including sales, marketing, design, and landscaping.. From overall design to sustainability, the awards program offers categories for individuals and businesses of all size

REEF Was selected as one of the silver award winners for Excellence in New Home Construction for our Northside Bayview project. We would like to thank our hard working team of designers, project managers, subcontractors and staff for a job well done! We would also like to send a special thank you to our customers who put their faith trust in our team to turn their vision into reality.

If you are considering designing and building a custom home on Cape Cod, please consider REEF for your next project!

REEF has been in business now for over 30 years and has completed over 1500 new home and renovation projects here on Cape Cod.  So why do people choose REEF to design and build their new Custom Home?  We here at REEF could give you several reasons, but sometimes it's best to hear what our customers have to say. 

Click Here to to read some recent reviews of our work!

 

If you are designing or building a Custom Home, Pinterest is a great resource for ideas and insprication for your project.  We often use private Pinterest boards as idea books with our customers to share interior and exterior design ideas.  If you haven't done so lately - take a look at our Pinterest Page here: Cape Cod Builder on Pinterest

 

 

    Like any trend, seasonal decorating styles change every year. This year, we have seen a definite trend toward a more casual, simple lifestyle in the designs and finishes of our expertly crafted custom homes.   Clean, simple and neutral materials are the goto choice for furnishings and accessories, and we thought it might be fin to look at some winter and holiday design ideas for your home.  We have posted articles like this over the last 5 years and it has been interesting to watch trends and styles change year to year.

If you are wondering what your holiday theme might be - here are some ideas

1) Neutral / Organic Holiday Decorating

2) Front Door Decorations for Christmas

And last but not least - Coastal / Beach themed Christmas Decor

If you are considering designing or building a new custom home, or if you are considering a major renovation or addition to your existing home here on Cape Cod, contact us today to see what REEF Custom Builders can do for you

Fall 2016 has been a very busy time for the design and construction teams here at REEF! This is tradionally our busiest time of year for the construction team as many of our custom home projects begin after Labor Day.  Our design team has also been busy, working on several new projects from Bourne to Truro.  Currently, we're seeing strong demand for not only traditional cape-style homes, but contemporary home designs as well. Contemporary design styling affords a lot of flexibility and versatility for a custom home plan.   If you want to see what we're working on - follow us on Instagram - click here to see our latest work

We are also starting a few exciting custom home projects in select waterfront locations.  After several monts of design and regulatory review, we're excited to begin these new homes!

If you are considering designing, building, or renovating your Cape Cod home and want a custom design and building team, please consider the team at REEF!

"You've been coming to the Cape your whole life, isn't it time you stayed?"

 

 

The REEF team was asked to design and build a  contemporary home, with clean lines and modern  finishes in Truro.  The owners worked with Jim Hagerty our lead designer and developed a clean contempory look using high quality, low maintenance materials.  The project  moved over to the construction team a year ago and REEF's building team did agreat job executing the plan. The owners wanted to recover their investment quickly and put the house on the market as  soon as the landscaping work was complete.  The results - a full price offer within 2 weeks of hitting the market!  The owners have just purchased a second property and have engaged the team at REEF to design and build a second custom home!   The outer cape offers great investment opporutnities, especially with new, high quality construction, and a beautiful contemporary design.   If you are thinking of designing, or building a custom home in Truro, or anywhere on Cape Cod, consider a team with proven results!  Consider REEF Custom Builders!

     The State of Massachusetts is going to adopt a new building code starting in January 2017.  Since 2010, the building code has changed several times and many of those changes were dramatic and have resulted in significant increases in the cost of new homes, remodeling and additions throughout the state.  Designing and building on Cape Cod was further impacted by the adoption of the "Windborne Debris Zone" which required the use of impact resistant windows  and doors or storm shutters for all homes within 1 mile of the shore.

   The changes that are forthcoming with the 9th Edition of the Massachusetts Building Code (780 CMR) in 2017 are not quite as dramatic for new custom homes, and some of the changes serve to reduce the cost of design and construction. For instance, the "Windborne Debris Zone" will now be eliminated, and the geographical areas requiring impact resistant windows and doors will be substantially reduced.

There are some things that will add costs.  The 9th Edition will require more stringent design and construction methods for homes located in flood zones.  The new mapping available, allows officials to clearly determine a "Coastal A" flood zone, which is subject to wave action of 1.5-3'.  The code will now require design and construction of homes resistant to wave action in this zone, which can dramatically increase engineering and construction costs.   The State is also slated to adopt the "Existing Building Code" which will have substantial impacts on the design and costs associated with renovation and remodeling projects, as it provides different thresholds which can trigger other improvements not required in the past, such as insulation, mechanical systems, or structural systems, which were previously considered "grandfathered" or "non-conforming conditions.  2017 is the first year this Existing Buildng Code will come into play and we will wait and see where the true impacts are of these new regulations.

If you are considering designing or building a custom home on Cape Cod, this code change is something you will want to pay attention to these code changes as they will definitely impact the final cost and design of your new Cape Cod Home!

 

Here's a good summary of the pending code changes from the Board of Building Regulations and Standards: Summary of 9th Edition Building Code

 

We are very excited to be able to share photos from another one of our recent waterfront custom home projects in Chatham. This project was built on the existing froundation of the previous home on the property, and the site offered numerous challenges in permitting and during construction.  The design is meant to allow unfettered views of the lake, and provide an open and airy feel within the main living areas.  This project was a challenge for our design and building teams - but the results speak for themselves.   If you are considering designing or buildign  a custom home in the Chatham area, REEF has the exptertise, talent and resources to make your ideas a reality.

 Click Here for Chatham Lakefront Retreat Gallery

You've been coming to the Cape your whole life, isn't it time you stayed?

 

 

We are so excited to share the photos of the waterfront custom home that REEF designed and built in Brewster!  This project had several challenges, limited space, conservation restrictions, but the results speak for themselves.  Simple, clean, tasteful design by Jim Hagerty, REEF's princpal designer and great execution by our entire contract team.  Starting with the demolition and foundation, right through the finishing details, our team gave 100% on this project and the results speak for themselves!.  If you are considering designing or building a custom home on Cape Cod, let REEF provide the design expertise, teamwork and craftsmanship  to turn your idea into reality!  You've been coming to the Cape your whole life, isn't it time you stayed?

Click here to see the gallery on Facebook: Brewster Beach House

Interior trends are changing quickly, and we are fortunate, as a designer and builder of custom homes, that we get to see broad spectrum of styles and selections in the new homes we build.  There are some exciting trends in color, materials and style this year and we came across this blog as we were doing our research. Natural fabrics, neutral colors, and simple style are the consistent themes this year.   Click Here  to Check out the latest for Fall 2016 Interiors 

When designing and building your Cape Cod Home, the interior selections are one of the major items that should be considered early on in the process.  A coordinated plan, with tasteful selections, furnishings, and paint colors can create that timeless style that is quintessential Cape Cod!