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Character Companies 🏡 Spec + On Your Lot Builder
💌 Semi-custom homes full of 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒓
📍 Alexandria • Arlington • McLean • Vienna

At Character Companies we don’t just build; we craft. Our unwavering commitment to precision, innovation, and superior craftsmanship has made us the trusted choice for residential and commercial construction projects in Alexandria, VA and beyond. From new builds to renovations and expansions, our residential expertise brings your vision to life, ensuring perfection in every detail. Our portfolio includes kitchens, bathrooms, house renovations, and home additions-delivered on time and within budget. Our projects are tailored to meet your needs and ensure that each project reflects your vision and specifications.

10/24/2026

Remodeling is not for the faint of heart! Compromises certainly have to made made that wouldn’t even be a question if you were building a home from the ground up 😅

10/20/2026

Pumpkin carving, with a little friendly competition 🎃👻🍭

10/19/2026

Proof that you don’t have to splurge to make a big design impact!

In this week’s Behind the Design, Abby walks us through how we took classic 3x6 white subway tile and gave it a more elevated, custom look—all while keeping the budget in check.

The secret? It’s all in the details. We used a coordinating tile profile to create a picture-frame border around the shower niche and matching pencil trim in place of traditional Schluter edging for a more polished, timeless finish.

Sometimes, it’s not about choosing more expensive materials. It’s about getting creative with how you use them.

Thoughtful design doesn’t have to mean a bigger price tag. 🤍

Arches make everything feel more special.
10/17/2026

Arches make everything feel more special.

10/15/2026

Last night, we hosted our 1st Annual Builder Appreciation Night at The Garden in Del Ray! 🍻

It takes a village to build great homes, and we’re incredibly grateful for the people who help us bring the Character Companies vision to life.

From our bankers and investors to our realtors, hardworking subcontractors, and incredible team, every person plays an important role in building not only beautiful homes, but the company we’re so proud of today.

Last night was all about bringing these people together, celebrating our partnerships, and saying THANK YOU for being part of our journey.

A special shoutout to MBH Old Town for sponsoring such a wonderful evening!

And of course, no Character Companies event would be complete without an appearance from our favorite Outdoor Living Consultant, Greg. 🐾

Here’s to great homes, great partnerships, and the people who make it all possible! 🏡

10/14/2026

There’s something magical about watching a vision come to life. ✨

We’re at one of my FAVORITE stages of the build process at 205 Macarthur Road in Alexandria: cabinet installation!

After months of planning, designing, and selecting every little detail, we finally get to see the kitchens, bathrooms, and custom built-ins take shape in real life. It’s the moment when a house really starts to feel like a home, and it never gets old!

Now I’m curious… what’s YOUR favorite part of the homebuilding process to watch? 👀

10/13/2026

Lots of exterior activity going on at 1712 S Nelson St this morning! Stone front steps and getting laid and cleaning up our construction entrance. Drywall is coming soon!

10/13/2026

At Character Companies, we specialize in building semi-custom homes with character and a design process that doesn’t leave you feeling overwhelmed.

Building your dream home from the ground up can seem like a big undertaking, but we’ve designed our building process to make it a little easier. Instead of asking you to make hundreds of decisions from scratch, we guide you through a thoughtfully curated process that results in a home that feels intentional, personal, and full of character.

Because we believe the best homes come from thoughtful curation—not endless choices.

At Character Companies, you’ll never have to choose between a home with character and a simple building experience.

Have a lot in Northern Virginia and thinking about building? We’d love to help you turn it into a home. Send us a message to learn more about our Build On Your Lot process.

     

10/12/2026

Behind the Design: 6123 Woodmont Rd, Alexandria, VA

One of our favorite ways to add character to a new construction home? Thoughtful millwork.

From wall paneling to decorative trim, these architectural details bring depth, dimension, and a sense of history to a brand-new home.

At 6123 Woodmont, our interior designer, Abby, leaned into the home’s Colonial and traditional influences, even incorporating rosettes into the trimwork as a nod to the historic Virginia homes that surround it.

It’s these intentional details that make a new construction home feel timeless rather than brand new.

Because at Character Companies, we believe a home should have character from the very beginning.

Address

1000 Bernard Street #201
Alexandria, VA
22314

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17035202807

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