Historic renovations, high-performance modern homes, and detailed residential projects.

Heartwood Construction is a highly collaborative, personally-focused custom builder. Whether we’re working on historic renovations, high-performance modern homes, or detailed residential projects, we prioritize great craftsmanship and a smooth, professional construction experience. At the heart of our work is a simple goal: making the entire process, and the final result, genuinely enjoyable for every homeowner.

New Construction

Heartwood Construction brings your vision to life — from nailing the finest details to state-of-the-art systems engineered for comfort, performance, and sustainability.

Remodels & Renovations

Our remodels and renovations go beyond cosmetic updates. Every detail — from insulation and windows to mechanical systems and finishes — is carefully selected and built to deliver a result that not only looks exceptional but performs at the highest level for years to come.

Project Management

From the outset, we work with you to define your needs and wants, and to establish clear, concise goals. Throughout the build, we track progress against defined milestones and a carefully maintained schedule, ensuring each phase of construction moves forward smoothly and any delays are identified and addressed early to keep the project on track.

Phased Estimating

We use a progressive approach to project costing where detailed estimates are developed in stages as the design and planning process evolves. Rather than attempting to define every cost upfront, estimates are refined at key milestones — from initial concept budgets to detailed pre-construction pricing — allowing you to make informed decisions at each phase while reducing the risk of costly surprises down the road.

Site Development

We approach each project as careful observers, drawing inspiration from nature, the surrounding environment, and your needs to create spaces that are deeply connected to the site.

Accurate Costing

Whether constructing a new home or remodeling a portion of your existing home, accurate costs are the backbone of your estimating decisions. Budget and change-order management are maintained continuously, and transparent communications ensure that any modifications to the original scope are documented, priced, and approved before work proceeds — protecting both your investment and the overall timeline of construction.

Noah Rayburn and Brian Jacoby are a remarkable duo. ... Heartwood Construction, has proven to be an exemplary collaborator and contractor on my old adobe residence in Historic East Santa Fe.
In my forty-year career at Lake Flato Architects, we have built custom houses in over 40 states. Brian and Noah·s company have proven to be equal to the best work of any contactor; anywhere. Heartwood worked with me to create an estimate and a fast-track schedule. The project was completed in just under seven months and on budget. The craftsmanship and the quality of all the subcontractors was first rate. It is very rare to deliver a project on schedule and in budget, especially in Santa Fe. Heartwood is a young company, but its founders have a broad experience in the construction industry.

David LakeFellow American Institute of Architects, Co-Founder of Lake Flato Architects