Hearth & Hammer
Custom Design Services

Custom Design Services in Rock Hill, SC

See it, adjust it, price it — then build it. Changes are cheap on paper.

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Design is where the budget is won or lost

Every expensive surprise on a job site started as a decision nobody made early enough. Design is how you avoid that: work out the levels, the materials, the sightlines and the services before anybody digs.

We produce a layout you can react to, with the elements priced separately so you can see exactly what the fire pit, the extra 200 square feet or the upgraded paver actually costs before committing.

Site Measurement

Accurate measurement of grades, structures, utilities and existing drainage.

Concept Layouts

Scaled layouts showing the spaces, circulation and how they connect to the house.

Material Selection

Real samples for paver, stone, decking, stain and coping — seen in your daylight.

Priced by Element

Each element costed separately so you can add and remove with open eyes.

Phasing Plans

A build order that lets you spread a large project across seasons or budgets.

Buildable Drawings

The approved design becomes the build plan, so nothing gets reinterpreted on site.

How your project comes together

A smooth, predictable process from the first call to the final walkthrough.

Consultation

We visit, listen to your vision, and talk through options and budget.

Design & Estimate

You get a clear plan and a free, itemised estimate — no pressure.

Build

Our crew builds it right, keeps you updated, and respects your property.

Walkthrough

We finish strong and make sure you love the result.

Recent work

Timber framing on a custom construction projectCovered outdoor living space with a stone fireplace and timber ceilingStone outdoor kitchen pavilion with a paver patio

Frequently asked questions

Do you charge for design?

Consultations and estimates are free. Larger projects needing detailed drawings or 3D visuals carry a design fee, quoted upfront and credited against the build.

Can I take the design to another builder?

You can. We would rather you did not, but you are paying for the work and we are not going to hold it hostage.

How long does design take?

Typically one to three weeks from site visit to a concept you can react to, then a round or two of refinement.

What if the design comes back over budget?

Then we adjust it. That is exactly why we price by element — so you can cut the right thing rather than cheapening everything.

Ready to start your project?

Tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a free, no-obligation estimate.

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or call (803) 287-1799