Michael J. Graft Builder, Inc. has been designing and building award-winning custom homes for nearly half a century. Experience, confidence, trust and a proven record of success are the cornerstones that form the foundation of Michael J. Graft Builder. In 1958, when Michael J. Graft, Sr. started the business in Barrington, Illinois, his focus was on building communities, not just houses. He became an integral part of the fabric of the Barrington community and as a custom home builder was quickly recognized for his distinctive designs, use of quality materials and experienced craftsmen.

Over the years, Michael, Sr. earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity unparalleled in the custom home building industry. Michael J. Graft, Jr. joined the family business over twenty years ago, taking the helm as President and CEO in 1997. He continues the impressive heritage his father began and has added a fresh perspective of his own. "Our goal is to build a legacy for your family," explains Michael. "We want you to have something so unique and special that it is considered your mark on the world - your forever home. No detail is too small. No idea will be dismissed. Our mission is to listen, communicate and inform our clients, like a co-pilot, so that building a custom home is an enjoyable experience."

The journey to building your new custom home is guided by you. As you venture into the exciting endeavor of building your luxury home with Michael J. Graft Builder, you will be joined by a team of passionate and talented professionals to steer you through the process. Effective communications insure that your vision and our expertise result in the home of your dreams.

Most of your selections for your new home can be made in the comfort and convenience of our state-of-the-art Design Spa located in our Barrington office. Displaying a full spectrum of the latest product options and design elements available today, the Design Spa makes the selection process an exciting part of customizing your new home.

When you choose to build with Michael J. Graft Builder, you will have complete confidence that you have entered into a partnership with a fully-engaged builder who cares as much about the fine details as you do. Where other builders consider a construction process contingent upon bricks, beams and mortar, Michael J. Graft Builder expands the concept to incorporate imagery, inspiration and intuition.