Luxury Custom Built Homes

Experience the Next Generation of Contemporary Living in Austin

Architectural Homes by Austin’s Boutique Builder Built with Speed, Precision & Clarity.

Architectural Homes by Austin’s Boutique Builder Built with Speed, Precision & Clarity.

Your Vision. Our Expertise. A Home Without Compromise.

Highline Homes is a boutique, design-forward custom builder based in Austin, TX. Led by builder and engineer Jake Friedman alongside Project Manager Josh, we create warm-modern and modern-transitional residences for decisive homeowners who want clarity, accountability, and craftsmanship they can feel—not just see. From the very first conversation, we bring certainty with feasibility studies, line-item budgets, and mapped selections—so scope, cost, and schedule are clear before anyone swings a hammer.

Your Vision. Our Expertise. A Home Without Compromise.

Highline Homes is a boutique, design-forward custom builder based in Austin, TX. Led by builder and engineer Jake Friedman alongside Project Manager Josh, we create warm-modern and modern-transitional residences for decisive homeowners who want clarity, accountability, and craftsmanship they can feel—not just see. From the very first conversation, we bring certainty with feasibility studies, line-item budgets, and mapped selections—so scope, cost, and schedule are clear before anyone swings a hammer.

Your Vision. Our Expertise.

A Home Without Compromise.

We specialize in complex sites—trees, slopes, tight infill—and builder takeovers that need a steady hand to reach the finish line. By taking on only a select number of projects each year, we ensure your home receives the A-team’s full attention and care. The result is a calm, accountable process, steady communication, and a home beautifully tailored to your lifestyle—delivered with confidence, not chaos.

Your Home, Without the Chaos.

We specialize in complex sites—trees, slopes, tight infill—and builder takeovers that need a steady hand to reach the finish line. By taking on only a select number of projects each year, we ensure your home receives the A-team’s full attention and care. The result is a calm, accountable process, steady communication, and a home beautifully tailored to your lifestyle—delivered with confidence, not chaos.

Why Build With Highline Homes?

Clarity First

No surprises. We map scope, cost, and schedule upfront with feasibility assessments and detailed budgets — giving you clarity and confidence from day one.

Direct Access to Jake

Work directly with the builder, not a middle layer. You’ll get fast answers, proactive updates, and a partner who treats your time as valuable as his own.

Craft Without Chaos

We combine architectural design with disciplined project management. Expect clean jobsites, meticulous finishes, and homes that feel as exceptional as they look.

Why Build With

Highline Homes?

Clarity First

No surprises. We map scope, cost, and schedule upfront with feasibility assessments and detailed budgets — giving you clarity and confidence from day one.

Direct Access to Jake

Work directly with the builder, not a middle layer. You’ll get fast answers, proactive updates, and a partner who treats your time as valuable as his own.

Craft Without Chaos

We combine architectural design with disciplined project management. Expect clean jobsites, meticulous finishes, and homes that feel as exceptional as they look.

RECENT PROJECTS

Kerr

Bouldin

Paramount

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

“We've had (and are still having) a great experience…”

We've had (and are still having) a great experience with Highline Homes. Building/buying is, of course, never not riddled with surprises and semi-disasters, but these guys handle everything like pros. We requested quite a few changes & additions to an almost finished home and Jake never even twitched lol, got right to work and did a fantastic job. Always responsive and still super involved a year in, which is definitely not something typical or granted. Decided to add a few more things over a year later, and reached back out to Jake because we knew he'd get it done. Also shoutout to Josh, who's been fantastic to work with and always going the extra mile (like having his guys pick up our excess recycling and amazing things like that). Highly recommend!

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

“We've had (and are still having) a great experience…”

We've had (and are still having) a great experience with Highline Homes. Building/buying is, of course, never not riddled with surprises and semi-disasters, but these guys handle everything like pros. We requested quite a few changes & additions to an almost finished home and Jake never even twitched lol, got right to work and did a fantastic job. Always responsive and still super involved a year in, which is definitely not something typical or granted. Decided to add a few more things over a year later, and reached back out to Jake because we knew he'd get it done. Also shoutout to Josh, who's been fantastic to work with and always going the extra mile (like having his guys pick up our excess recycling and amazing things like that). Highly recommend!

Our Proven Process

Building your custom home doesn’t need to feel overwhelming. We’ve refined a process that is clear, collaborative, and stress-free.

01.

Consultation Call

Share your vision in a private consultation with Jake to discuss goals, site, and feasibility.

02.

Feasibility & Planning

We map budget, scope, and timeline with engineering-level clarity

01.

Consultation Call

Share your vision in a private consultation with Jake to discuss goals, site, and feasibility.

02.

Feasibility & Planning

We map budget, scope, and timeline with engineering-level clarity

03.

Design & Build

From permitting to selections, you’ll enjoy direct updates and efficient progress.

04.

Handover

Move into your completed custom home on the date promised — no surprises, no compromises.

03.

Design & Build

From permitting to selections, you’ll enjoy direct updates and efficient progress.

04.

Handover

Move into your completed custom home on the date promised — no surprises, no compromises.

Our Proven Process

Building your custom home doesn’t need to feel overwhelming. We’ve refined a process that is clear, collaborative, and stress-free.

01.

Consultation Call

Share your vision in a private consultation with Jake to discuss goals, site, and feasibility.

02.

Feasibility & Planning

We map budget, scope, and timeline with engineering-level clarity

01.

Consultation Call

Share your vision in a private consultation with Jake to discuss goals, site, and feasibility.

02.

Feasibility & Planning

We map budget, scope, and timeline with engineering-level clarity

03.

Design & Build

From permitting to selections, you’ll enjoy direct updates and efficient progress.

04.

Handover

Move into your completed custom home on the date promised — no surprises, no compromises.

03.

Design & Build

From permitting to selections, you’ll enjoy direct updates and efficient progress.

04.

Handover

Move into your completed custom home on the date promised — no surprises, no compromises.

Where We Build

Highline Homes specializes in Austin’s most sought-after locations, with a focus on 78704 and surrounding central and inner-southwest suburbs. From West Lake Hills and Barton Creek to Zilker and Tarrytown, our deep local knowledge means we can guide you through site selection, permitting, and design tailored to Austin’s lifestyle.

Where We Build

Highline Homes specializes in Austin’s most sought-after locations, with a focus on 78704 and surrounding central and inner-southwest suburbs. From West Lake Hills and Barton Creek to Zilker and Tarrytown, our deep local knowledge means we can guide you through site selection, permitting, and design tailored to Austin’s lifestyle.

Our PARTNERS

Our PARTNERS

CONTACT US

Ready to start your journey? Fill out our form to discuss your project with our team!

At Highline Homes, we specialize in building luxury custom homes across Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods, including 78704, West Lake Hills, Barton Creek, Zilker, and Tarrytown. If you’re ready to design and build a modern architectural home with clarity, speed, and craftsmanship, our team is here to guide you from feasibility to final handover.

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CONTACT US

Ready to start your journey? Fill out our form to discuss your project with our team!

At Highline Homes, we specialize in building luxury custom homes across Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods, including 78704, West Lake Hills, Barton Creek, Zilker, and Tarrytown. If you’re ready to design and build a modern architectural home with clarity, speed, and craftsmanship, our team is here to guide you from feasibility to final handover.

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