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Your Trusted Partner for Home Remodeling in Aliso Viejo
Project Build Construction & Interiors is a woman-owned, industry-leading design-build firm specializing in aging-in-place remodeling, universal design, and high-quality home renovations. Founded on the values of quality craftsmanship, unwavering integrity, and seamless client experience, our team delivers thoughtful design and superior execution. We specialize in remodeling that grows with you, whether you're enhancing your home for now or transforming it for all your tomorrows. With over 35 years of trusted experience, we bring expertise in functional and stylish design, including NAHB Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) credentials.Our personalized approach ensures every home and client receives tailored solutions, from barrier-free bathrooms to custom kitchen renovations. We prioritize clear communication, licensed craftsmanship, and universal design principles to create spaces that are beautiful, inclusive, and future-proof. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our 5-star reviews, award-winning work, and long-standing reputation as a leading general contractor in Orange County.
Services
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Aging in Place
Universal Design
Room Additions
Drywall and Framing
Interior Design
Home Restoration
Cabinet Refacing
Energy Efficient Services
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of trusted experience in home remodeling
- NAHB Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists (CAPS)
- Licensed & insured with photo documentation protocols
- Personalized approach for every client's unique needs
- Award-winning work with 5-star verified reviews
Associations and certifications
- NAHB Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS)
What people say
Award-winning work
5-star verified reviews
Timely project completion
Transparent communication
Expertise in accessibility
Services
Kitchen Remodeling
We design and build beautiful, functional kitchens customized to your needs and style. From quartz countertops and custom cabinetry to open-concept layouts and energy-efficient appliances, we help you fall in love with your kitchen again. Our team handles layout redesigns, island additions, and countertop upgrades while ensuring compliance with safety and accessibility standards.
Bathroom Remodeling
We remodel bathrooms that combine elegance with smart function, from spa-inspired retreats to mobility-safe upgrades. Services include walk-in showers, vanity installations, tile and flooring upgrades, and non-slip flooring solutions. Our designs prioritize waterproofing, lighting enhancements, and grab bar integration for safety and longevity.
Aging in Place
Our Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists (CAPS) implement barrier-free showers, widened doorways, lever handles, and smart home technology to promote independence. We focus on lighting improvements, visual contrast enhancements, and safe entryway modifications to create homes that support long-term independence for seniors and individuals with mobility needs.
Room Additions
We deliver timely and cost-effective residential expansions, including second-story additions, bump-out extensions, and garage conversions. Our team navigates permitting processes and provides comprehensive estimates while ensuring seamless integration with existing architecture. Services range from sunroom additions to family room extensions and outdoor kitchen installations.
Interior Design
Our interior design consultants collaborate on conceptual design, space planning, and finish material selections. We offer 3D rendering services for living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms while providing color consultations and custom storage solutions. Our approach balances style, functionality, and budget to create personalized, aesthetically pleasing spaces that enhance daily living.
People
Maria Nicholson
Founder
Maria Nicholson is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist with 35+ years of design-build expertise. As founder of Project Build Construction, she advocates for senior wellness through The Sageful Life Podcast, sharing insights on aging with strength and purpose while leading award-winning home renovation projects across Orange County.
Questions
What services does Project Build offer?
We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, aging-in-place renovations, universal design, room additions, interior design, and home restoration services across Orange County.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we provide 0% financing for 21 months on approved credit for qualifying projects like kitchen and bathroom remodels.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a licensed general contractor (CSLB #1055724) and bonded & insured by Western Surety Company.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Orange County and nearby cities including Aliso Viejo, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and Newport Beach.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Most full kitchen renovations take 6-8 weeks from start to finish, provided all materials are available and no unexpected issues arise.
What certifications do your team hold?
Our team includes NAHB Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists (CAPS) with expertise in universal design and accessibility standards.
Reviews (7)
Cathy Kibbe
Nov 23, 2021
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Maria has been great to work with. She is available by phone, text, and email. She is quick to respond, patient, thorough, and incredibly kind. Her extensive network of subcontractors has been able to help us with all aspects of our remodeling projects. For example, we tried on our own to go directly to businesses for work/quotes and were met with, no, not possible, or that will be custom and very expensive, and when we let Maria take the lead she was able to find us multiple quotes for windows and skylights specifically, and all for less than what we were able to find on our own.
Christine Kelly
May 15, 2021
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We purchased a condo in Laguna Woods and needed new flooring. a friend who lived in Laguna Woods referred us to Project Build. e had a challenging project too, they need to match a curve in the existing tile with the new flooring. Maria and her teams did such a fantastic job. We were so please we hired her team to redo all the flooring and paint our house before putting it on the market. We sold the house in 1 day and at over the asking price, which would not have been possible without Project Build doig their magic. I highly recommend Project Build!!
Bernadette Lim
Feb 13, 2021
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Looking for someone we can trust to remodel all our bathrooms was daunting. My husband and I reached out to friends who have remodeled their homes and that is how we met Maria. We hit it off from the get go as she listened intently and was able to grasp and appreciate our ideas. She taught us a lot about design and functionality and gave some suggestions. She and her crew made our vision into reality and we are very pleased with the results. Now we are so excited to one day show off our new bathrooms especially our master bathroom which has a luxurious look and feel to it, thanks to Project Build
Danielle O.
Apr 26, 2020
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Working with Maria has been fantastic. This is a challenging thing to say in the construction industry when there are constant delays and mishaps. We faced a TON of delays in the process of having to remodel our kitchen due to a major slab leak. Maria and her team were the only folks that informed us of realistic expectations, accurate timelines, and ultimately did quality work. Maria was flexible and able to adapt to this ever growing list of delays and changes to the work as well. We now are continuing to work with Maria for other projects throughout the house. She has been the ONLY contractor
Mr. K.
Oct 21, 2019
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Maria and her team did an an awesome job remodeling our entire house. Over the course of the 18-month project we modernized all of our bathrooms and the kitchen, put in new floors and windows, upgraded the electric and plumbing, made structural changes inside and out, painted the entire home, and repaired many small and large issues that had developed in our 30+ year old house. We couldn't be happier with the outcome. At every step of the process, Maria was actively engaged in ensuring the work was done to the highest level and on budget. She and her excellent team earned our trust and confidence
Blake Aylott
Aug 25, 2019
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Project Build Construction and Interiors went above and beyond on my kitchen remodel. They installed new cabinets, counters, sinks and backsplash. They also did a great job on the island. Maria was so easy to work with and she found some great materials within my budget!
Kay Kaplan
Aug 12, 2019
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Maria is quite simply the best. She was our contractor for a complete home remodel and the results are wonderful. She was on top of every detail, kept the project on schedule and was a joy to work with. Maria was open and honest, full of great ides and very sensitive to our wants and needs. The subcontractors she used were both very skilled craftsman and very pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend Maria to anyone in need of a contractor. I have nothing but praise for her.
