CUSTOM HOME BUILDERIN ST. PETERSBURG, FL
Luxury Coastal Homes Built with Clarity, Craftsmanship, and Care
Totten Construction builds custom homes for clients who want more than a beautiful finished product. They want a clear process, a trusted builder, and a home that is designed and constructed to support the way they want to live. From waterfront estate lots to design-forward coastal residences, our team manages the construction process with transparency, disciplined communication, and quality-first craftsmanship.
Built for Clients Who Value the Process as much as the Result.
A custom home is one of the most personal and significant investments you can make. Our role is to help you move from concept to completion with confidence, while keeping the details, budget, timeline, and construction decisions clearly organized. We work best with clients who value design, understand the importance of thoughtful planning, and want a builder who is deeply involved throughout the project.
WHAT WE BUILD
Custom Homes Designed for Coastal Living
Totten Construction specializes in ground-up custom homes throughout St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Belleair Beach, and select Gulf Coast communities. Many of our projects involve waterfront properties, FEMA-regulated lots, and homes that require careful planning around durability, permitting, and long-term performance.
Waterfront and coastal custom homes
Luxury estate homes
Design-build custom homes
FEMA-regulated waterfront properties
Elevated coastal construction
High-end primary residences
Custom homes on premier St. Petersburg lots
THE TOTTEN APPROACH
A Transparent Process from the First Conversation
We operate on a Cost Plus 25% model, giving clients visibility into where their investment is going. You receive detailed job-cost reporting and access to supporting documentation, so the financial side of the project stays clear throughout the build. This structure is especially valuable for custom homes because it supports better decision-making, clearer expectations, and a more collaborative relationship between client and builder.
Why Clients Choose Totten
Our clients choose Totten because they want the home built correctly, not just quickly or cheaply.
We prioritize craftsmanship, design integrity, and long-term durability, while also maintaining the project structure needed to keep momentum moving.
We believe cost matters, but it should not be the only deciding factor. With our open-book approach, clients can see how their investment is being used while still keeping the focus on building a home that lasts.
Our Process
From Concept to Construction, Managed with Care.
01
Pre-Construction Advisory
We help define the project, explore early budgeting, identify potential value-engineering opportunities, and align the scope before construction begins.
02
Design and Planning Collaboration
We can collaborate with your existing architect or designer, or connect you with trusted design partners when needed.
03
Permitting and Preparation
Totten Construction handles permitting, inspections, and required documentation so the project can move forward with the proper approvals in place.
04
Construction Management
During the build, we provide structured communication, project updates, cost tracking, and hands-on oversight.
05
Completion and Support
We manage close-out documentation and provide a one-year workmanship warranty in addition to manufacturer warranties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Ground-up custom homes are our primary focus, especially luxury coastal and waterfront homes in St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Belleair Beach, and select Gulf Coast communities.
Our custom home projects are typically $2M+ and often begin around $500+/sq. ft., depending on the property, design direction, finishes, site conditions, and construction requirements.
Yes. We have extensive experience with waterfront and coastal properties, including FEMA-regulated sites that require careful planning around elevation, permitting, resilience, and long-term durability.
Yes. We can collaborate with your existing architect or designer, or connect you with trusted design partners depending on what works best for your project.
As early as possible. Totten adds the most value before design is finalized, helping align scope, budget, permitting, and construction feasibility from the start.
Ready to build your custom home with confidence?
Let’s talk about your property, your goals, and the process that will bring your home to life.