Oakley Home Builders Ideas & Inspiration

Project Kickoff: Transitional and organic modern aesthetic

Luxury home in Oak Brook combines transitional and organic modern aesthetics with thoughtful ...

Home Tour: Elevated Colonial Style on Grand Avenue

Discover how this Elevated Colonial Retreat blends timeless architecture with modern comforts from ...

Project Kickoff: Suburban Retreat on Waverly Road

Our newest Glen Ellyn custom build is in its early stages, but already it reflects a vision of ...

Home Tour: Modern English Tudor in The Woodlands

Nestled in The Woodlands of Hinsdale, this modern English Tudor blends classic charm with ...

Home Tour: Elegant Living on Park Avenue

Come along as we tour this new construction custom home in Hinsdale.

Project Kickoff: Timeless Traditional Style on Sunset Avenue

Check out our plans for this timeless traditional new construction custom home in Glen Ellyn, IL.

Home Tour: Private Retreat on Downers Drive

Come along as we tour this new construction custom home in Downers Grove.

Project Kickoff: Modern English Tudor in Pierce Downer

Check out our plans for this modern English Tudor new construction custom home in Downers Grove, IL.

Design Inspiration: Interiors of Sand Dollar Lane

Come along as we tour this new construction waterfront home in Naples, Florida.

Home Tour: Contemporary Tudor on Clay Street

Come along as we tour this modern Tudor style new construction home in Hinsdale.

Home Tour: Naples Canal-Front Home For Sale

Come along as we tour this new construction waterfront home in Naples, Florida.

Home Tour: Coastal Gambrel on Sixth Street

Come along as we tour this coastal style new construction home in Hinsdale.

Home Tour: Modern Design Meets Elmhurst

Come along as we tour this modern designed home in Elmhurst.

Home Tour: Jackson Avenue Belgian-Inspired Farmhouse

Come along as we tour this Belgian-inspired farmhouse in River Forest.

Home Tour: Modern Style on Quincy Street

Come along as we tour this transitional style new construction home in Hinsdale, IL.

Project Kickoff: Naples Coastal Living in Golden Shores

Check out our plans for this modern new construction home for sale in Naples, Florida.

Project Kickoff: Modern English Tudor on McKinley Lane

Check out our plans for this modern English Tudor new construction custom home in Hinsdale, IL.

Home Tour: Hilltop Living on Grant Street

Come along as we tour this transitional style new construction home in Hinsdale, IL.

Home Tour: Hinsdale Quintessential Coastal Home

Come along as we tour this Nantucket-style coastal new construction home in Hinsdale, IL.

Home Tour: Charming Tudor on Oakwood Avenue

Come along as we tour this charming Tudor style new construction home in Downers Grove, IL.

Project Kickoff: Private Waterfront Living on Sand Dollar Lane

Check out our plans for this new construction home in Naples, Florida.

Project Kickoff: California Casual Style on Downers Drive

Check out our plans for this new construction custom home in Downers Grove, IL.

Home Tour: Naples Waterfront Estate For Sale

Come along as we tour this for sale contemporary new construction home in Naples, Florida.

Project Kickoff: River Forest Home Steeped in Tradition

Check out our plans for this new construction custom home in River Forest, IL.

Home Tour: Modern Cottage Style in Hinsdale

Come along as we tour this modern cottage style new construction home in Hinsdale, IL.

Project Kickoff: Coastal Gambrel in the Woodlands

Check out our plans for this new construction custom home in Hinsdale, IL.

Renovation Tour: Naperville Modern English Tudor

Explore how we renovated this traditional home into a Modern English Tudor in Naperville, IL.

Project Kickoff: Organic Modern Style in Hinsdale

Check out our plans for this new construction custom home in Hinsdale, IL.

Project Kickoff: Hinsdale New Construction Home for Sale

Introducing our latest new construction home for sale in Hinsdale, IL. Come explore our plans for ...

Home Tour: Farmhouse Living on Linscott Avenue

Come along as we tour this modern farmhouse on a corner lot Downers Grove, IL.

Home Tour: Classic Colonial on Benton Avenue

Come along as we tour this classic colonial custom home in Downers Grove, IL.

Project Kickoff: Home Sweet Hill Avenue

Check out our project kickoff for this timeless custom build in Glen Ellyn, IL.

Home Tour: Coming Home to Glen Ellyn

Come along as we tour this transitional farmhouse style custom home in Glen Ellyn, IL.

Home Tour: Transitional Farmhouse on Madison Street

Join us for a photo tour of this transitional farmhouse style custom home in Wheaton, IL.

Project Kickoff: Hinsdale Modern Coastal Home

Check out our project kickoff for this modern coastal custom build in Hinsdale, IL.

Project Kickoff: Belgian-Style Farmhouse in River Forest

Check out our project kickoff for this Belgian-style farmhouse coming to River Forest, IL.

Project Kickoff: Contemporary Tudor in Hinsdale

Check out our plans for this modern Tudor new construction home in Hinsdale.

Project Kickoff: Hinsdale Modern Cottage Home

Modern design and cottage charm come together in this new custom build in Hinsdale.

Project Kickoff: Transitional Design in Burr Ridge

Ready to enjoy outdoor living spaces? This transitional designed home in Burr Ridge features ...

Project Kickoff: Nantucket Cottage Charm Arrives in Naperville

Fall in love with the coastal charm of this Nantucket cottage style custom home in Naperville.

Project Kickoff: Timeless Style in Hinsdale

Explore our plans for this timeless transitional new construction home in Hinsdale.

Project Kickoff: Modern Living in Elmhurst

Explore our plans for this modern new construction home in Elmhurst.

Home Tour: Naperville Elegant Estate

Join us for a photo tour of this casual-traditional custom home in Naperville.

Project Kickoff: Downtown Living in Hinsdale

Check out this transitional designed home steps away from downtown Hinsdale.

Home Tour: A Cottage Home for the Holidays in Western Springs

Join us for a photo tour of this modern cottage home in Western Springs.

Book New Oakley Vacation Rental: Surfer Girl

Check out this beach cottage rental on Lake Michigan - available now!

Home Tour: Modern Style in Clarendon Hills

Join us for a photo tour of this modern new construction home in Clarendon Hills.

Project Kickoff: Private Waterfront Retreat in Naples, FL

We're breaking ground on our third new construction home on 17th Avenue in Naples Aqualane Shores. ...

Project Kickoff: Transitional Tudor in Downers Grove

Transitional Tudor style coming to Downers Grove with this custom, new construction home.

Home Tour: Wheaton Estate Has It All

Join us for a photo tour of this recently completed, new construction custom home in beautiful ...

SOLD: Naples Waterfront Luxury, Prime Port Royal Location

SOLD! Waterfront estate on Spyglass in Naples' Port Royal neighborhood. See how Naples' top custom ...

Project Kickoff: Suburban Sanctuary in Wheaton

This private lot is the ideal spot for this new construction custom home in Wheaton. As the home ...

Project Kickoff: Modern Cottage Home in Western Springs

Modern cottage style coming to Western Springs with this custom, new construction home.

Home Tour: Naples' Port Royal Waterfront Renovation

Stunning whole-home renovation on waterfront estate on Spyglass in Naples' Port Royal neighborhood. ...

Home Tour: River Forest Elevated Living

Join us for a photo tour of this recently completed, new construction custom home in beautiful ...

Renovation Tour: Western Springs Transformed Tudor

Come explore this newly renovated Tudor style home in Western Springs.

Project Kickoff: Clarendon Hills Modern Style New Construction

If modern style is your vibe, you'll love the plans for this new construction home coming to ...

Finished Basements Tailored to Your Life

With our basement remodel process, you can easily have your basement finished by winter if you kick ...

Project Kickoff: Clarendon Hills Southern-Inspired Colonial

Classic design influenced by southern style. Come see what we're planning for this new construction ...

Home Tour: Elmhurst New Construction Home For Sale

Tour this now-for-sale new construction Elmhurst home. 5 BR, 4.5 BA and over 5000 sq ft of ...

Home Tour :: Elegant Georgian Colonial in Downers Grove

This custom home is a showstopper from the start. Come take a peek at this classic-with-a-twist new ...

Project Kickoff: Naperville Luxury on Benton Ave

This Naperville custom built home has it all. The special features of this distinctive home come ...

Project Kickoff: Modern Style for this Downers Grove Family

As a custom home builder, we build a variety of home styles. This time, we're building a new ...

Nantucket Vibes Coming to Downers Grove Custom Home

Shingle style exterior with cedar shake siding brings a classic coastal flair to this new ...

Renovation Spotlight: Lake Ellyn Casual Coastal Remodel

As custom home builders and renovation contractors, we're tackling a major renovation of a home in ...

Project Kickoff: Warm-Contemporary River Forest Custom Home

River Forest is getting new neighbors! A custom home designed with entertaining and family needs at ...

Taking Your Custom Home Vision from Rendering to Reality

See our recent custom homes go from concept to completion. Using 3D renderings is just one of the ...

Project Kickoff: Wheaton New Construction

Discover this stunning new construction home coming to Wheaton this year.

Meet Our Interior Designer Heather

We have an in-house interior designer at Oakley Home Builders. Meet our designer Heather and learn ...

Elmhurst Home - Interior Design Selections

New construction home coming to Elmhurst in Spring 2020. We've got news on current selections for ...

Home Tour: Naples Waterfront Property

This is Naples, Florida living at its best. For sale, new construction waterfront property in ...

Meet Our Architect Jen

Did you know we have an in-house architect at Oakley Home Builders? Meet our architect Jen and ...

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove Georgian Colonial

Check out this new construction custom home coming to Downers Grove in 2020.

Project Kickoff: River Forest New Construction

Check out this new construction custom home coming to River Forest in 2020.

Home Tour: Glen Ellyn Modern Mediterranean

Check out our latest home tour. This modern Mediterranean-style, new construction home brings clean ...

Home Tour: Elmhurst Craftsman Renovation

Check out our latest home tour. This Elmhurst Craftsman style home was recently renovated and we ...

Project Kickoff: Elmhurst New Construction Home for Sale

Check out this charming new construction home coming to Elmhurst in Spring 2020.

Lot Alert: Northwest Downers Grove property available

Build a new construction home on this oversized lot in northwest Downers Grove with the western ...

Home Tour: Colonial Georgian in Downers Grove

Check out our latest new construction home tour. This Downers Grove home is full of show-stopping ...

Project Kickoff: Modern Arts & Crafts Design in Downers Grove

English arts and crafts design gets a modern touch with this soon-to-be-built 4 BR, new ...

Selection Spotlight: Top Color Trends in Cabinetry

Plenty of inspiration pics for cabinetry colors from our recent new construction homes and remodels.

Can I renovate my old home to make it look new?

These Oakley whole-home renovations show how just how much a space can be transformed in some ...

Reimagining An Oakbrook Estate

Explore the plans and learn about the design process for this new construction, Oakbrook estate set ...

Celebrating Your Move-In Milestone

Today we're sharing tips and inspiration for hosting the perfect housewarming get together from ...

Project Kickoff: Upscale Cottage Charm in Glen Ellyn

Cottage charm gets an elegant overhaul with this new 5 BR, new construction home in Glen Ellyn.

Project Kickoff: Modern Mediterranean design comes to Glen Ellyn

Check out this Glen Ellyn custom home and news on our upcoming new construction project in Elmhurst.

Home Tour: New Hinsdale Home For Sale

Check out our latest new construction home tour. This incredible home is set on a hill and located ...

Home Tour: Glen Ellyn Custom Home Delivers Casual Elegance

Check out our latest custom home tour: This Glen Ellyn new construction home brings a casual ...

Project Kickoff: Double demo day at Oakley

We're kicking off two new construction homes. As a home builder in Downers Grove and Naples, FL we ...

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove Suburban Escape

This Downers Grove new construction, custom home in coveted Randall Park will make the leap from ...

Project Kickoff: Naples, FL Waterfront Escape

We're excited to announce our next waterfront, new construction luxury home located at 556 17th Ave ...

Kitchen Portfolio: Dreaming Up Dream Kitchens

We've updated our Kitchen Portfolio and are sharing all sorts of design ideas for customizing your ...

Home Tour: Glen Ellyn California Contemporary

Check out our latest custom home tour: This Glen Ellyn contemporary style, new construction home ...

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove Colonial Georgian

Oakley Home Builders' is proud to bring another custom home to Downers Grove. This classic designed ...

First Impressions: Finding exterior home design inspiration

Planning a new construction home? We have ideas and tips to help you select the right design for ...

Project Kickoff: Burr Ridge Modern Farmhouse

Oakley Home Builders' is proud to bring another custom home to Burr Ridge. This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath ...

Neighborhood Spotlight: Downers Grove's Randall Park

Finding the perfect neighborhood to build in can feel overwhelming. We have the inside track to ...

Building Your Home to Organize Kid Clutter

We've pulled together some of our top ways to build in kid-friendly organization throughout your ...

Home Tour: Downers Grove Country Inspired House

Check out our latest custom home tour: This Downers Grove new construction home features high end ...

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove custom home steps from town

Oakley Home Builders' is proud to bring another custom home to Downers Grove. This 4 bedroom, 3 car ...

Sunsets & Sandy Shorelines :: Long Beach, IN Lake Home For Sale

Check out this lake home for sale: Gorgeous beachfront property at 2302 Lakeshore Dr in Long Beach, ...

For Sale: Downers Grove New Construction is a Commuter's Dream

Announcing our for-sale new construction project: Make this transitional-coastal style home in ...

Project Kickoff: Modern Tudor on Linscott Ave in Downers Grove

Oakley Home Builders' architect brought this client's vision for a re-imagined version of a classic ...

Project Kickoff: Heading to Darien for this classic new construction project

Oakley Home Builders expands their list of towns with this classic new construction home in Darien, ...

Past Oakley Client Offers Decor Inspiration on Popular Interior Design Blog

Check out this latest home tour featured on Home Bunch as a Beautiful Home of Instagram. Design and ...

Home Tour: On-Trend Modern Coastal in Hinsdale

Check out our latest home tour: This coastal home in the heart of Hinsdale has a modern twist that ...

Kitchen Design Roundup

As a homebuilder, we build a lot of kitchens. We've collected some of our favorite kitchens and ...

Dreaming of Summer Lake Life :: Long Beach, IN Home For Sale

Check out this lake home for sale: Gorgeous beachfront property in Long Beach, IN. Three levels of ...

Basement Remodels: Personalizing & Expanding Your Space

Basement remodels can be more than drywall and carpet. From sport courts to basement bars to ...

Home Tour: Contemporary Remodel in Glen Ellyn

Check out our latest home tour: A major remodel of an existing home in the heart of Glen Ellyn with ...

Snow Day Picks: Fireplace Design Roundup

This weather has us dreaming of another way to customize your new construction home: Fireplace ...

Searching for the perfect lot for your custom home?

If you're interested in a new construction build, as a top home builder we have a few key ways to ...

Is Building a Custom Home Right for You?

Is building a custom home right for you? As a top home builder, here's what we do to ensure ...

Wondering how long it takes to build a custom home?

How long does it take to build a new construction home? We provide you with Oakley's timeline for ...

For Sale: Hamptons Style Hinsdale New Construction Home

Announcing our for sale new construction project: A distinctive Hinsdale new construction, ...

For Sale: 2 New Construction Homes in Premier Downers Grove locations

For Sale! Build your new construction, dream home on one of these two incredible Downers Grove ...

Planning your new construction home: Custom Home Wish List Creator

As a top western suburbs homebuilder, we know what to consider when planning a new construction ...

Project Kickoff: Western Suburb Custom Home Set to Be A Suburban Retreat

Announcing our latest new construction project: Downers Grove custom home on an oversized 300 ft ...

Project Kickoff: Hinsdale Modern Farmhouse

Announcing our latest new construction project: A charming modern farmhouse in Hinsdale.

Home Tour: Downers Grove Craftsman

Tour a new Oakley Home Builders' custom home in Chicago's western suburbs. This craftsman inspired ...

Downers Grove Spotlight: Thanksgiving Day Race

Oakley Home Builders is a proud supporter of the Bonfield Express 5K turkey trot/Thanksgiving Day ...

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove Gets a Dose of Southern Charm

Announcing our latest new construction project: A charming southern style, low country inspired ...

Fall Has Arrived: Home Maintenance Reminders

Prepare your home for fall with Oakley's home maintenance reminders.

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove Cottage Style Craftsman

Announcing our latest new construction project: A cottage style craftsman custom home in the heart ...

Project Kickoff: Hinsdale New Construction on Clay St

Announcing our latest new construction project: A coastal inspired, new construction custom home in ...

Live Near Lake Ellyn: New Construction at 719 Crescent

For Sale! Build your new construction, dream home near beautiful Lake Ellyn in Glen Ellyn with ...

Glen Ellyn Home For Sale: Timeless Renovation

651 Lake is for sale. A recent Oakley custom renovation in Glen Ellyn is now available. Discover ...

Downers Grove New Construction Available in Randall Park

For Sale! Build your new construction, dream home on Benton Ave in Downers Grove's Randall Park ...

Downers Grove Home For Sale: Traditional with a Twist

5612 Middaugh is for sale. A recent Oakley custom build in Downers Grove is now available. Discover ...

Naperville Spotlight: Repeat Clients with a Rustic Modern Vision

Celebrating the one year anniversary of this new construction, rustic-modern inspired home in ...

Renovate, Remodel, Restore: Is it Right For You?

Remodeling, renovating or restoring an existing home can be a great alternative to new ...

Selection Spotlight: Navy in Home Design

Interior design selection spotlight:: Check out some ways to use navy blue color in a home exterior ...

Home Tour: Downers Grove Farmhouse

Tour a recent Oakley Home Builders' custom home. This classic farmhouse in Downers Grove is full of ...

Giveaway: Tickets to Downers Grove Fest

Enter for your chance to win a pair of tickets to Downers Grove's Rotary Grove Fest.

SOLD! New owners for this Oakley beach home

Check out this recently sold beach home property in Long Beach, Indiana on the shores of Lake ...

Spring Cleaning Tip to Avoid Flooding

Follow this simple tip to help avoid basement flooding in your window wells.

Sneak Peek: Clarendon Hills New Construction

New construction in Clarendon Hills. Shiplap, herringbone tile, exposed wood beams, marble baths ...

Houzz announces 2017 Best Of Award Winners

Oakley Home Builders of Downers Grove Awarded Best Of Houzz 2017

What are the BEST interior paint colors?

What are the best interior paint colors? We've got them - and compiled them into a free e-book that ...

Hinsdale Living readers vote Oakley a Best Builder

Oakley Voted a Best Builder by Hinsdale Living Readers

Preparing for the big move: What to do with all of your stuff?

Preparing to move or have plans to teardown a property? Here are two local resources that will be a ...

Oakley provides homeowners with valuable home maintenance tips this fall

Valuable Home Maintenance Tips to Address this Fall

Habitat for Humanity's ReStore facility gets a boost from Oakley

Habitat for Humanity's ReStore Gets a Boost From Oakley

Beach Home showcased in Sophisticated Living magazine

We were featured in the Chicago issue of Sophisticated Living Magazine. Check out the article here.

Oakley's Super Bowl Debut

Check this out, we were feature in a half time commercia.

Oakley Kitchen Makes Cover of Glancer Magazine

Oakley Home Builders kitchen renovation included on Glancer Magazine's May cover story featuring ...

Best Of Houzz 2016

As a top custom homebuilder and home designer, we have been awarded best of Houzz for 5th ...

Project Kickoff: Downers Grove Craftsman

Announcing our latest new construction project: A Craftsman style, new construction, custom home in ...

Tackling Home Maintenance - The Oakley Way

Download or access Oakley's free home maintenance guide. Be informed on how to protect your ...

Shiplap: Exploring this on-trend custom design element

Shiplap custom home design element

The Latest at Oakley

Oakley Home Builders had an exciting year and has some beautiful custom homes in the works.

Sophisticated Living Features Oakley Long Beach, IN Lake Home

Sophisticated Living helps to discover Oakley Home Builders unparalleled luxury beach home in Long ...

Oakley Home Builders of Downers Grove Awarded Best Of Houzz 2017

Oakley Home Builders awarded Best of Houzz for sixth consecutive year as a top builder for service ...