From individual room updates to additions and whole-home renovations, we bring thoughtful planning and experienced craftsmanship to homes throughout Wake Forest and surrounding communities.
Some projects involve more than replacing finishes or updating a single room. They require careful planning, structural knowledge, experienced coordination and an understanding of how every part of the home fits together.
Hawthorne Emory specializes in substantial residential improvements, including major renovations, home additions, exterior remodeling and projects involving properties located along North Carolina’s lakes and coast.
From the earliest ideas through planning, pricing and completion, we provide experienced guidance and one clear point of accountability throughout the project.
Whether you are transforming the home you already own, planning additional living space or coordinating improvements across the entire property, Hawthorne Emory brings the experience and organization needed to move a complex residential project forward.
Our major renovation services are intended for homeowners planning substantial changes—not simply an isolated kitchen or bathroom update. We approach the home as a complete structure, ensuring that the layout, exterior, systems and architectural details work together.
From windows, doors, roofing and siding to decks, railings and exterior trim, we coordinate improvements to ensure the materials, appearance and construction details work together throughout the home.
From expanded living areas and primary suites to second-story additions and complete property transformations, we design additions to feel like a natural part of the original home—not something added afterward.
Waterfront homes require careful consideration of weather exposure, materials, structural requirements and long-term durability. We help homeowners make informed decisions for lakefront and coastal properties while preserving the comfort and character of the home.
Large residential projects require more than quality workmanship. They require a clear plan, realistic expectations and consistent communication.
We begin by discussing your property, priorities, desired outcome and anticipated investment. This initial conversation helps us understand the project, answer early questions and determine whether Hawthorne Emory is the right fit.
When design or preconstruction work is required, we develop the information needed to clearly define the project. This may include measurements, conceptual designs, plans, engineering, material selections and permitting considerations.
Once the project has been properly defined, we prepare a detailed proposal outlining the planned scope, specifications, material considerations, allowances and anticipated investment before the work moves forward.
Our team coordinates the work, communicates progress and manages the details from site preparation through final completion. We remain involved throughout the project to address questions, coordinate decisions and maintain momentum.
Large residential projects require more than quality workmanship. They require a clear plan, realistic expectations and consistent communication.
We begin by discussing your property, priorities, desired outcome and anticipated investment. This helps determine whether Hawthorne Emory is the right fit for your project.
When design or preconstruction work is required, we develop the information needed to define the project. This may include measurements, conceptual designs, plans, engineering, material selections and permitting considerations.
Once the project has been properly developed, we prepare a detailed proposal outlining the planned scope, specifications, allowances and investment.
Our team coordinates the work, communicates progress and manages the details from site preparation through final completion.
The true value of an experienced builder is not simply knowing how to perform the work. It is recognizing challenges before they become expensive problems, coordinating the many moving parts of construction and making sound decisions when conditions change
With more than 35 years of hands-on residential construction experience, Hawthorne Emory provides the practical knowledge and steady leadership that substantial projects demand.
Hawthorne Emory provides experienced remodeling and project coordination for homeowners throughout Wake Forest, selected North Carolina lake communities and the Carolina coast.
Major renovations, home additions and coordinated exterior remodeling throughout Wake Forest and nearby communities.
Renovations, additions and exterior improvements for properties surrounding Falls Lake, Kerr Lake and other selected lake communities.
Major renovations and exterior improvements for coastal properties where durability, material selection and residential construction experience matter.
Whether you are considering a major transformation, planning an addition or preparing to build a custom home, the first step is a straightforward conversation about what you want to accomplish.
Tell us about your property, your priorities and the future you envision for your home.
Serving Wake Forest, the Surrounding Lakes and the Carolina Coast.