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Building in 2027? The time to start planning is now.
If you have clients thinking about building a custom home in 2027, now is the perfect time to start the conversation. A truly custom home takes thoughtful planning—from finding the right lot and establishing a vision to developing plans, selecting finishes and preparing for construction.
At Embarq, we believe the best building experience starts long before the first shovel hits the ground. Our team works alongside your clients from the very beginning, helping them navigate each decision and bringing their vision to life through a process that is collaborative, thoughtful and tailored to them.
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Why Start with Embarq?
A Guided Process
Building a custom home can feel overwhelming. We make it approachable by guiding your clients through each stage, providing expertise and support from initial ideas through completion.
A Truly Custom Approach
No two clients—or homes—are alike. We work closely with homeowners to create a home that reflects the way they live, from the overall floor plan to the details that make it uniquely theirs.
Expertise From
Start to Finish
From helping identify the right lot and developing a plan to construction and final selections, our team brings decades of homebuilding experience to every project.
A First Look at What's to Come
We’re already looking ahead to 2027—and we have some exciting custom homes in the works. Here’s a sneak peek at a few of the homes that will be coming to life next year.
Crafted Together
If you have clients who are dreaming about a custom home in 2027, don't wait until they're ready to break ground. Connect them with Embarq now and let's start building the plan together.
Have a client who is ready to explore their options? We'd love to be their first conversation.
Have a client looking for a Move-in-ready home, without sacrificing the custom home quality?
Take a look at our showcase homes that are now ready!
1447 S 81st Street, West Des Moines
$1,075,000 | 5 Beds | 5 Bath | 3,945 SF
This luxury ranch is located in the sought-after Forest Place neighborhood of West Des Moines, backing to future city parkland and located within the Waukee School District. This exceptional walkout ranch features 10-foot ceilings throughout the main level, 8' solid-core doors and expansive windows.
Have a client looking for a Move-in-ready home, without sacrificing the custom home quality?
Take a look at our showcase homes that are now ready!
3001 Wakonda Drive, Norwalk
$869,900 | 5 Beds | 5 Bath | 3,816 SF
Welcome to this beautiful story-and-a-half home located in the Saddle Ridge neighborhood of Norwalk. This home blends modern design with warm, livable charm, an ideal fit for today's lifestyle. Fully complete in less than 30 days, now is the perfect time to set up a tour for your prospective buyers!
Have a client interested in this home?
Schedule a private tour at a time that works for you and your buyers.
Featured Home
6120 NE Terrace Ridge Drive, Ankeny
$1,115,000 | 5 Beds | 5 Bath | 3,945 SF
Estimated Completion: Mid October
Presenting a stunning one-and-a-half story showcase home in the established neighborhood of Kimberly Estates, surrounded by executive residences. This home features extensive stonework and timeless architectural character as well as an impressive entryway. The massive great room showcases soaring 20' ceilings, a wall of windows and a floor to ceiling stone gas fireplace
Our Available Showcase Homes
Built with Intention.
Crafted Together.
