
Reno–Tahoe custom home builder
Custom homes, built to endure.
From the first architectural line to the final interior detail, LakeCrest brings four decades of Northern Nevada building experience to one deeply personal home.
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Completed work
One standard. Four distinct expressions.
LakeCrest’s portfolio spans Mountain Modern, Rustic Old World, Warm Transitional, and Old-World Traditional homes—each shaped around the people who will live there.





Hundreds of luxury custom homes across Northern Nevada
Homeowner proof
A second home is the strongest referral.
“This is our second home built by LCB…over a period of 15 years or so. The fact that we selected LCB for a second major project speaks for itself.”
“The home was built in 1 year…Built to specification, and without cost over runs.”
A guided build
The details are handled. Your voice stays in the room.
LakeCrest welcomes your participation from inception through realization, with an in-house design team and award-winning architectural partners keeping the home cohesive.
- Shape the vision
Start from scratch or customize a proven design theme.
- Make every selection
Work through layouts, tile, paint, and finishes with the design team.
- Build with clarity
Stay involved through open, candid dialogue at every stage.


Trade-partner proof
The reputation behind the finish.
“Approaching on 23 years now, my company, Amundson Roofing, has worked with LakeCrest Builders…my company is proud to be part of their team.”
“I have worked professionally with the people at LakeCrest Builders since 2002. The projects we have done with them have all been top notch jobs.”
The LakeCrest team
Experience at every decision point.
Owners Jim Smrt, Dave Pearce, and Brandon Pearce lead a team of project managers and designers with decades of combined local experience.
- Executive project management
- On-staff interior design
- Selection coordination
- Established specialist trades


Good questions, answered
Before the first drawing.
Where does LakeCrest build?
LakeCrest is currently building in Montreux, Saint James, Saddlehorn, Arrowcreek, Caughlin Ranch, and private locations throughout Reno and Northern Nevada.
Can we start with a completely custom design?
Yes. An architect or residential designer of your choice can start from scratch, or the LakeCrest team can help customize one of its classic design themes.
Who helps with interior selections?
LakeCrest has an in-house design team to help with tile, paint, layouts, and other selections while keeping the construction schedule and budget in view.
How involved can we be during construction?
LakeCrest welcomes client participation from inception through realization and describes its process as open, candid, and transparent.

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