Business Details
40 Years
experience
Custom Construction & Renovation Experts in Charlottesville, VA
With nearly 40 years of specialty building experience, Ilex Construction operates as a full-service construction firm dedicated to delivering high-quality projects. Our approach emphasizes communication, accounting transparency, and meticulous cost control to ensure client budgets are consistently met. We prioritize craftsmanship through experienced project management and field teams, fostering enduring relationships with clients and industry professionals.Founded in 1986, our company combines classical architectural principles with modern methodologies to create architecturally-designed projects that reflect both innovation and tradition. Our commitment to quality extends to sustainable practices and value-engineering, ensuring each project meets aggressive schedules without compromising excellence.
Services
Custom Home Building
Historical Renovations
Commercial Construction
Sustainable Building
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of specialty building experience with a focus on architectural precision.
- Our proactive project management ensures budgets and timelines are consistently met.
- We emphasize transparent communication and value-engineering for client trust.
- Our experienced teams deliver masterful craftsmanship across diverse construction types.
- We maintain enduring relationships with architects and property owners through reliability.
Services
Custom Home Building
We design and build bespoke residences tailored to clients' lifestyles and architectural visions. Our process integrates site-specific considerations with premium materials for enduring quality. Clients benefit from our 40-year expertise in creating homes that blend functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability.
Historical Renovations
Specializing in preserving historical integrity while modernizing infrastructure, we handle projects like the 19th-century colonial transformation and Dupont Circle row house updates. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary systems to meet modern living standards.
Commercial Construction
We deliver commercial spaces ranging from golf clubhouses to winery renovations, emphasizing durability and design cohesion. Our project management ensures minimal disruption to business operations during construction timelines.
Sustainable Building
Incorporating eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems, we implement sustainable practices across projects. This includes reclaimed materials usage, like transforming vintage barns into modern homes while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Project Management
Our comprehensive management covers budgeting, scheduling, and quality control from concept to completion. We provide transparent communication and value-engineering solutions to ensure client objectives are met efficiently.
People
Doug Croker
CEO
Founder of Ilex Construction since 1986, Doug Croker brings classical architectural expertise and decades of hands-on construction experience, fostering relationships with leading architects and property owners nationwide.
R.J. Cooper
President
With a construction management degree and MBA, R.J. Cooper oversees pre-construction planning and project execution, leveraging a decade of experience with Ilex's signature projects and community engagement through youth coaching.
Ernie O'Brien
Vice President
As Vice President, Ernie O'Brien contributes extensive project management expertise, ensuring operational efficiency and quality control across diverse construction types while maintaining client-focused service standards.
Mark Bennett
Vice President
Mark Bennett applies specialized construction knowledge to complex projects, combining technical proficiency with client relationship management to deliver solutions that align with Ilex's commitment to excellence.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Ilex specialize in?
We specialize in custom homes, historical renovations, commercial facilities, and sustainable building projects across Virginia and Maryland.
How long has Ilex Construction been in business?
Founded in 1986, we have nearly 40 years of experience delivering high-quality construction solutions.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we manage both residential custom homes and commercial developments like golf clubhouses and wineries.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Charlottesville, VA and Easton, MD with expertise in regional architectural styles.
How do you ensure project budgets are met?
Through transparent communication, value-engineering, and rigorous cost control measures established during planning.
