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Custom Home Builder & Renovation Contractor in Falmouth, MA
FALMOUTH, MA
Featured Falmouth Project: Into the Woods
Falmouth is the largest town on the Upper Cape, with everything from wooded, tucked-away lots to open coastal sites. Cape Associates is a third-generation, family-owned Cape Cod builder, and our best-known Falmouth project, Into the Woods, has been recognized with two industry awards. It shows how we approach building here: work with the landscape a lot already has instead of clearing it to start over.
Into the Woods started as a modest getaway. Over the course of design, it grew into a refined 3,200-square-foot residence centered on gathering, creativity, and indoor-outdoor living. Neubauer Ennis designed the home, and Peter Vanderwarker photographed it. It is organized into distinct architectural forms, with soaring communal spaces, private living quarters, and a dedicated art studio. Southern yellow pine beams, expansive glass, and locally sourced materials give it New England character, and the home stays rooted in its wooded Falmouth site rather than imposing on it.
Award-Winning New Construction in Falmouth
Into the Woods earned two industry awards:
2019 PRISM Gold Award for Best Detached Home between 3,000 and 4,000 square feet, from the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston
2018 BRICC Silver Award for New Single Family Home between $1 million and $5 million, from the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Cape Cod
Designing Homes Around Falmouth's Wooded and Coastal Sites
Falmouth covers a lot of ground. It runs from the harbor village of Woods Hole and the open water views of Falmouth Heights to quieter wooded lots inland, with villages such as East Falmouth, Teaticket, and West Falmouth in between. Because sites vary so much, the planning starts with the lot itself.
Near the water: Coastal lots along Vineyard Sound and Buzzards Bay call for attention to flood zones, wind exposure, and Conservation Commission review.
In the woods: Inland lots are more about tree preservation, natural light, and shaping the plan around what is already growing, as we did with Into the Woods.
We work through these questions during site planning, before design decisions are locked in.
New Homes Built in Falmouth
Our Services for Falmouth Homeowners
Custom Home Building in Falmouth: New home construction in Falmouth covers site planning, architectural coordination, cost estimating, and permitting through the Falmouth Building Department. Our in-house team of more than 120 employees manages the project from start to finish. Wooded lots call for tree preservation and natural light planning, while waterfront sites near Falmouth Heights and Woods Hole add flood zone and wind exposure to the scope. Learn more about custom home building.
Renovations & Remodeling in Falmouth: Kitchen and bath remodels, whole-house renovations, and additions in Falmouth are carried out by our own carpenters, tile setters, and plumbers rather than a rotating list of subcontractors. If you are away for the season, we can schedule the work around your absence so the home is ready when you return. Learn more about renovations and remodeling.
Property Management for Falmouth Homes: Our Property Management division offers everything from routine maintenance to full year-round oversight for Falmouth homes, residential or commercial. That includes seasonal properties near Woods Hole and Falmouth Heights. Learn more about property management.
Custom Cabinetry & Millwork for Falmouth Projects: Kitchen and bath cabinetry, built-ins, and finish carpentry for Falmouth projects are designed and built in our own woodshop. Learn more about custom cabinetry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Has Cape Associates won awards for work in Falmouth?
Yes. Into the Woods, a Falmouth new home, won a 2019 PRISM Gold Award for Best Detached Home (3,000 to 4,000 square feet) and a 2018 BRICC Silver Award for New Single Family Home ($1 million to $5 million).
Q2: Can you design a home around existing trees on my Falmouth lot?
Yes. Into the Woods was designed to work with its wooded Falmouth site rather than clear it, and the same approach applies to other wooded lots in town.
Q3: Do you build near Falmouth's waterfront, like Falmouth Heights or Woods Hole?
Yes. We build and renovate across Falmouth's waterfront and inland neighborhoods. Where flood zone and exposure requirements apply, we build them into site planning.
Q4: Can you renovate my Falmouth second home while I'm away?
Yes. We can schedule renovation work around your season away, and our Property Management division can look after the home afterward.
Q5: Do you handle both new construction and renovation in Falmouth?
Yes. We offer custom home building and renovation throughout Falmouth.
Q6: Can Cape Associates help with design as well as construction?
Yes. Cape Associates collaborates with architects and designers, and offers custom design and cabinetry options through our own woodshop. This ensures your home's design reflects your style and functional needs while staying on track through construction.
Q7: Do you handle permitting and project planning?
Yes. Part of our custom home building process includes project planning, cost estimating, and navigating local permitting requirements, so you get a seamless experience from concept to completion.
Q8: How long has Cape Associates been building custom homes?
Cape Associates has been serving Cape Cod homeowners since 1971, growing from a small team to over 100 full-time employees and building a reputation for quality, reliability, and craftsmanship.
Q9: Do you provide client updates during the building process?
Yes. Throughout construction, Cape Associates keeps homeowners informed with regular project updates and access to client portals that show real-time details on progress and scheduling.
Q10: How do I start a custom home project with Cape Associates?
To start your custom home project, contact Cape Associates through the website form, phone, or visit one of our four office locations in Eastham, Chatham, Yarmouth Port, or Osterville. We'll set up an initial consultation to discuss your vision, budget, and timeline.
Start Planning Your Falmouth Home
1112 Main St. Suite 12
Osterville, MA 02655