WAXHAW ESTATE

Waxhaw, NC

A functional, flexible two-story home designed for modern living.

Project Overview

The Waxhaw Estate was created for a family of four seeking a true generational home, a place designed with intention, cultural principles, and long-term comfort in mind. After discovering that traditional site builders estimated 2.5+ years and 30% higher costs, they turned to modular construction for speed, precision, and value.

The clients arrived with a Feng Shui–certified custom floor plan and a clear vision for their forever home. Every detail from room placement to home orientation was designed with purpose, balance, and family harmony in mind.

The Site

Located on a private 20-acre rural property with a 6-acre lake, the site offered ample space and flexibility. Sitting near the top of the property, the homesite provided views, privacy, and the ideal position for the family’s future pool.

Because the property was wide and open, access was simple, and placement could be optimized fully for Feng Shui considerations, natural light, and outdoor living.

Design & Customization

The clients chose a modern farmhouse style, but the floor plan was 100% custom, not a modified template. An in-law suite was designed as a hybrid space that could function either as an integrated part of the home or a fully independent living unit with its own bedroom, living area, and kitchenette.

Minor functional adjustments were made to ensure smooth flow and long-term usability, especially in the in-law suite and transition zones.

The Build

From first breaking ground to Certificate of Occupancy, the project was completed in 8 months, especially impressive for a home of this complexity and scale.

This build pushed the boundaries of modular engineering:

The home was three modules deep, requiring an entirely panelized roof to be built on-site.
More than 40 individual roof panels were transported, sequenced, lifted, and assembled.
14 modules and 17 carriers were required to deliver and set the home.

Set day alone required extensive coordination, from offloading panels in the correct order to managing equipment and crane logistics across the large property.

Materials & Finishes

Fiber cement board-and-batten siding with stone accents
Architectural shingles paired with metal roofing on lower sections
Large windows prioritized throughout
Built-in custom furniture in select rooms
A 2,000 sq ft covered rear patio with a dramatic 34-foot roofline overlooking the future pool
ZIP panels and an encapsulated crawl space for increased energy performance and durability

Client Experience

The family valued our open communication, responsiveness, and clarity throughout the process. Their research into modular construction had prepared them well, but they appreciated the peace of mind and transparency we provided from day one.

They remained involved throughout construction and felt consistently informed, especially important for a project of this scale.

Challenges & Solutions

The most significant challenge was the roof assembly. The large number of panels required a full day of organization and sequencing prior to installation.
We solved this through:

systematic unloading and sorting
extended crane and set-crew operations
proper site planning to use the available space
additional manpower and specialized equipment for carrier movement

A key lesson learned, and one the client appreciated was the importance of coordinating factory packing logistics with the order of site assembly.

Outcome & Impact

The Waxhaw Estate fully matched the clients’ vision and delivered their forever home in a timeframe far shorter than conventional builders could offer.

This project stands out as:

the largest modular home we’ve built to date
a showcase of what’s possible with custom modular engineering
a breakthrough achievement featuring a 34-foot living room ceiling and expansive outdoor living spaces

The Waxhaw Estate is a milestone project and an example of how customization, scale, and modular precision can come together to create a truly exceptional home.