Your Land.
Your Vision.
Our Craft.
Build On Your Lot is the most personal way to build — and the most rewarding when done right. You own the land. You have a vision. Prestigious Home Builders brings the process, the expertise, and eighteen years of Acadiana craftsmanship to make it a reality.
Unlike production builders who work from a fixed catalog, PHB approaches every Build On Your Lot project as a custom engagement. We begin by understanding how you live — the rhythms of your household, the spaces that matter most, the details that make a home feel like yours. From there, we guide you through every decision with clarity, transparency, and the kind of steady communication that makes a complex process feel manageable.
Whether you already have architectural plans in hand or you’re starting with nothing more than a piece of land and an idea, we meet you exactly where you are. Our team works with your architect or connects you with trusted design partners across Acadiana — whatever your path requires, we walk it with you.
Cost-Plus, Open Book
Full transparency on every dollar spent
$800K and above
Reflective of true custom craftsmanship
9 to 12 Months
Contract to certificate of occupancy
All of Acadiana
Lafayette, Youngsville, Broussard & beyond
Ray Mitchell
Second-generation builder, 18+ years in Lafayette
A Process Built Around You
Building a custom home should feel like a guided journey — not an overwhelming series of decisions made alone. Here is how PHB walks with you from first conversation to final walkthrough.
The Initial Conversation
We start by listening. Before we discuss timelines or budgets, we want to understand your vision, your lifestyle, and whether PHB is the right fit for your project. This is a no-pressure conversation — and it shapes everything that follows.
Land & Lot Evaluation
If you already own land, we evaluate its buildability — soil conditions, utilities, setbacks, and drainage. If you’re still searching for the right lot, our team has deep relationships across Acadiana and can help you identify and assess available properties before you commit.
Design & Planning
PHB works with your existing architectural plans or connects you with trusted design partners to develop plans from scratch. We provide honest, experienced input on what works — structurally, functionally, and financially — before a single permit is pulled.
Budgeting & Contract
PHB operates on a cost-plus, open-book model. You see exactly where every dollar goes — materials, labor, subcontractors, and our builder fee. There are no hidden markups and no surprises buried in the fine print. You make informed decisions with full information at every stage.
Selections & Design Guidance
Finishes, fixtures, flooring, cabinetry — the selections phase is where your home becomes distinctly yours. PHB guides you through every decision with a clear understanding of how each choice affects both the aesthetic and the budget. We help you prioritize what matters and make decisions with confidence.
Construction & Communication
From groundbreaking to final finishes, Ray Mitchell is hands-on throughout the build. You receive regular updates, proactive communication, and direct access to your builder — not a project manager several layers removed from the work. Most BOYL builds with PHB complete within nine to twelve months of contract execution.
Final Walkthrough & Delivery
Before you receive your keys, we walk every inch of your home together. Punch list items are documented and resolved. You move into a home that has been inspected, corrected, and delivered to the standard PHB is known for across Acadiana.
The Cost-Plus, Open-Book Model
Most custom builders protect their margins behind fixed-price contracts that leave homeowners guessing. PHB operates differently. Our cost-plus model means you see the actual cost of every line item — materials, labor, subcontractors — plus our clearly stated builder fee. Nothing is hidden. Nothing is inflated behind a closed door.
This model rewards trust and transparency. It means your budget works harder because every dollar is accounted for and every decision is made with full information. It also means that when the market shifts — material costs rise or fall — you benefit directly, not us.
Actual material costs, subcontractor bids, labor rates, and supplier invoices — all accessible to you throughout the build.
A straightforward percentage-based fee. No hidden markups on materials or subcontractors on top of that.
Clearly documented, priced transparently, and approved by you before any additional work begins. No surprises at the end.
You are making the largest investment of your life. You deserve to know exactly where every dollar goes. That is the PHB standard.
What Sets Us Apart
There are builders who construct homes, and there are builders who understand the weight of what they’re being trusted with. PHB is the latter.
Second-Generation Craft
Ray Mitchell grew up in the building trade. With over 18 years of experience crafting homes across Lafayette and Acadiana, the knowledge behind every PHB home runs deep — in both heritage and practice.
Radical Transparency
Open-book contracts. Real numbers. Honest conversations about what things actually cost and why. PHB clients make every major decision with full information — never in the dark.
Builder-Direct Relationship
You work with Ray, not a sales team or project coordinator. From your first conversation to your final walkthrough, the builder is present, accountable, and accessible throughout your entire build.
Deep Acadiana Roots
PHB builds exclusively across Acadiana. We know this market, these soils, this climate, and these communities. That local knowledge translates directly into better outcomes for every client.
Timeless Over Trend
PHB homes are designed to age gracefully. We guide our clients toward architectural decisions and material selections that will feel as relevant in twenty years as they do today.
Lot Sourcing Assistance
Don’t have land yet? PHB has relationships throughout Acadiana and can help identify, evaluate, and navigate the acquisition of the right lot for your vision before the build begins.
What Buyers Ask Before They Build
Do I need to already own land to start the Build On Your Lot process with PHB?
No. PHB works with clients at every stage of land ownership. If you already own a lot, we begin with a site evaluation. If you’re still searching, our team has relationships across Acadiana and can help you identify and assess suitable properties before you commit to a purchase.
Do I need architectural plans before contacting PHB?
Not at all. PHB works both ways. If you have existing plans, we build from them. If you’re starting from scratch, we connect you with trusted design partners in Acadiana and guide you through the design process from the ground up. Either path leads to the same result — a home built to your exact specifications.
What does cost-plus mean and how does it protect me as a buyer?
Cost-plus means you pay the actual cost of construction — materials, labor, and subcontractors — plus PHB’s clearly stated builder fee. Every invoice is visible to you. There are no hidden markups, no inflated material costs, and no profit buried inside line items. It is the most transparent way to build a custom home and ensures your budget is working entirely in your interest.
How long does a Build On Your Lot project take with PHB?
Most PHB Build On Your Lot projects complete within nine to twelve months from contract execution to certificate of occupancy. This timeline assumes timely selections and no significant design changes mid-build. We set clear milestones at the beginning of every project so you always know where you are in the process.
What is PHB’s typical price range for a Build On Your Lot home?
PHB’s Build On Your Lot homes typically begin at $800,000 and above, reflective of the level of custom craftsmanship, material quality, and hands-on builder involvement that defines every PHB project. During your initial consultation, we work through your program and priorities to give you a realistic picture of what your specific build will require.
Where does PHB build? Do you work outside of Lafayette?
PHB serves all of Acadiana, including Lafayette, Youngsville, Broussard, Carencro, Scott, Duson, Maurice, New Iberia, and surrounding communities. Our roots are deep in this region and our team has built extensively across the area over eighteen-plus years.
How is PHB different from other custom home builders in Lafayette?
PHB is a builder-led, relationship-driven firm. Ray Mitchell is directly involved in every project — from the first conversation through the final walkthrough. We operate on an open-book cost-plus model that most builders avoid because it requires genuine transparency. We don’t compete on volume. We compete on craft, communication, and the long-term trust of the clients we build for.
“Even over a year later I know that I can reach out if I need any info or guidance related to our home and Ray will do what he can to help. Highly recommend.”
Jeffery J., PHB Homeowner — Lafayette, LouisianaBegin the Conversation
Every PHB build begins the same way — with a conversation. No pressure, no pitch. Just an honest discussion about your land, your vision, and whether PHB is the right builder for your project.