Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Luxury Home Builder in Central Ohio
Romanelli & Hughes Contractors has been synonymous with luxury, craftsmanship, and excellence in custom home building since 1970. Founded by Vince Romanelli and David Hughes, our company has grown into one of Central Ohio's premier luxury custom home builders while maintaining our core mission of delivering exceptional new custom homes. We offer comprehensive services including architectural design, development, and energy efficiency solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our team combines over 100 years of collective construction experience with specialized expertise in design and energy efficiency to simplify the homebuilding process. We pride ourselves on using top-quality materials and seasoned craftspeople to create timeless homes that reflect each client's unique vision.Our commitment to excellence has earned us multiple industry awards from organizations like the Builders Industry Association and Columbus Business First. We serve premier locations across Central Ohio, including Dublin, Westerville, Delaware, and Powell, offering both established communities and custom lot-building options. Our multi-level expertise ensures clients receive unmatched value, convenience, and a homebuilding experience that results in stunning, energy-efficient residences. We work closely with clients throughout the construction process to ensure their complete satisfaction. Our legacy of excellence continues through two generations of the Romanelli and Hughes families, who remain dedicated to advancing our reputation for quality and innovation.
Services
Custom Luxury Homes
Energy-Efficient Design
Architectural Services
Community Development
Custom Lot Building
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in luxury custom home building.
- Our team combines 100+ years of collective construction expertise.
- We offer integrated design, development, and energy efficiency solutions.
- Our homes have received multiple industry awards from BIA and Columbus Business First.
- We provide personalized service from concept to final walkthrough.
Services
Custom Luxury Homes
We create bespoke luxury residences tailored to individual client visions. Our homes combine timeless elegance with modern innovation, featuring premium materials, advanced energy efficiency, and meticulous craftsmanship. Each project receives personalized attention from concept to completion, ensuring every detail meets our clients' exact specifications and lifestyle needs.
Energy-Efficient Design
Our energy-efficient solutions integrate cutting-edge technology with sustainable practices. We incorporate high-performance insulation, smart home systems, and eco-friendly materials to create homes that reduce environmental impact while lowering utility costs. Our designs maintain aesthetic appeal without compromising on modern comfort or functionality.
Architectural Services
We offer comprehensive architectural design services for custom homes. Our team works closely with clients to develop floorplans that optimize space, natural light, and flow. Whether modifying existing plans or creating new designs, we ensure each home reflects the owner's unique style and functional requirements while meeting local building codes.
Community Development
We develop upscale residential communities featuring luxury homes in desirable locations. Our communities incorporate New Urbanism principles with walkable layouts, premium amenities, and strategic positioning near cultural and commercial centers. Each development maintains architectural consistency while offering diverse floorplan options to suit different lifestyles.
Custom Lot Building
We assist clients in building custom homes on their own land within a 30-45 minute radius of our active developments. Our team evaluates site feasibility, creates location-specific designs, and manages all construction aspects. This service allows homeowners to maintain property choice while benefiting from our luxury building expertise and quality standards.
People
Vince Romanelli
Founder
Co-founder of Romanelli & Hughes Contractors with over 50 years of luxury homebuilding experience. Established the company's reputation for excellence in 1970 and laid the foundation for multi-generational leadership in Central Ohio's custom home market.
David Hughes
Founder
Co-founder who partnered with Vince Romanelli in 1970 to establish Central Ohio's premier luxury homebuilding firm. Helped develop the company's core values of craftsmanship and customer service that continue guiding the business today.
Brad Hughes
Sales Associate
Experienced sales professional with in-depth knowledge of Central Ohio's luxury home market. Provides personalized guidance to clients throughout the homebuilding process, leveraging family legacy and industry expertise to deliver exceptional service.
Vic Romanelli
Sales Associate
Third-generation homebuilder carrying forward the Romanelli family tradition of excellence. Combines deep industry knowledge with contemporary market insights to help clients achieve their custom homebuilding goals in Central Ohio's premier communities.
Questions
What areas do you serve for custom homebuilding?
We build luxury custom homes in Central Ohio communities including Dublin, Westerville, Delaware, Powell, Gahanna, and surrounding areas within a 30-45 minute radius of our active developments.
Can I build on my own lot?
Yes, we offer custom lot building services for properties within a 30-45 minute drive of our active development areas. Our team will evaluate your land's feasibility and create a tailored home design.
What price range do your homes fall into?
Our luxury custom homes start at $499,000 for entry-level communities, with most properties ranging from $700,000 to over $1.6 million depending on location, size, and specifications.
What makes your homes energy-efficient?
We incorporate advanced insulation, energy-efficient HVAC systems, smart home technology, and sustainable building practices to create homes that reduce environmental impact while maintaining modern comfort standards.
How long does the custom homebuilding process take?
The timeline varies by project complexity but typically takes 9-12 months from design finalization to completion. Our team provides detailed schedules and maintains regular communication throughout construction.
Reviews (4)
Robin Shah
Jun 26, 2022
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They pride themselves on quality. They can build great houses, more expensive than most other builders. But their subcontractors cut corners and they don't take accountability for this. When we try to get these addressed, the response is "well this has never happened before" or "this is just the way it is". We've had a suboptimal HVAC, uneven flooring, and a flooded bathroom because the plumber couldn't put the bolt and valve on a faucet properly and probably didn't check it after install. NO ACCOUNTABILITY. DO NOT BUILD. Message me privately and I can give you many more details of how the building process goes down.
Jon Adcock
Nov 03, 2019
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A project superintendent from this company plowed through a robotic survey instrument of mine barricaded by cones while he was on his cell phone. About a $30,000 act of negligence. This company will not even call me back to provide me their insurance information. Seems to be all about the money for them. I'd guess if they built a home for you they would try and screw you too!
Phil Kerr
Jun 02, 2018
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We have built 5 new homes R/H are the best builderthe quality top notch. They are not the cheapest but you get quality right down to the garage door opener. They do what they say. Design studio have what you want all in one place.
Amy Huddleston
May 04, 2017
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Just finished building a house with Romanelli & Hughes. Our friends told us we were the most relaxed people they'd ever seen that were building. This company is top-notch. They're responsive, professional, reliable and only work with the best contractors. Can't recommend them enough if you're building.
