Celebrating More Than Three Decades in Business!
Bowers Design Build believes that houses should be more than just square feet. Every home should be functional and filled with details that make it special for the way you live. Since 1990, we have renovated hundreds of homes in the Northern Virginia area and built new custom homes for clients upon request. Many have won awards for excellence in design and construction. While the quality of our work defines us, the true measure of our success is creating satisfied customers for life. Call us to discuss how we can help you create a new home or re-create your existing home, customizing it for the way you live.
NORTHERN VIRGINIA REMODELING & CUSTOM HOMES IN ARLINGTON, FAIRFAX, AND LOUDOUN COUNTIES. OUR CLIENTS LIVE IN: McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, Vienna, Oakton, Great Falls, Alexandria, Aldie and Middleburg.
SERVICES: Northern Virginia Architectural Service, Northern Virginia Design/Build, and Northern Virginia Construction Management
SPECIALIZING IN: Northern Virginia New Custom Homes, Northern Virginia Whole House Renovations, Northern Virginia Kitchen Renovations, Northern Virginia Master Bathroom Renovations, Northern Virginia Interior Renovations, Northern Virginia Basement Renovations, Renovations for Aging-in-Place and Northern Virginia Outdoor Living Spaces
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Why Choose Bowers?
MORE THAN GREAT HOMES
WE BUILD QUALITY, INTEGRITY & TRUST.
Since 1990, we have been designing and building award-winning renovations and new homes. Our on-staff architects, designers and craftsmen with decades of experience are eager to create your new kitchen, bathroom, home addition, whole house renovation or new custom home. Contact us today and discover why over 30% of our business is with repeat customers.
Award-Winning Design & Customer Service
100% of Clients Would Recommend Us to a Friend
A Passion for Excellence in Renovations
30 Years of Experience
Contractor of the Year in Northern VA for 30 Years
Highest Ranking Remodeler in Northern VA
Top Rated Design Build Contractor in Virginia
Featured on HGTV "Before and After"
In addition to the overall great experience, what was really key to me was that the communication process with the Bowers team was exceptional and their project management exceeded my expectations.
Donna Bunton
Featured in Northern Virginia Magazine
We loved the Bowers Design Build design team and our construction managers. We are thrilled with the finished space and it has truly changed the way we live in our home.
Marian & Chris Cooper
2020 NARI Award – Best Interior Renovation
100% of Our Clients Would Recommend Us to a Friend!
Bowers Scores 100% in All Categories of GuildQuality Customer Satisfaction Surveys
Our Bowers designer took our needs and made a great design come to life. We wouldn’t change anything about the process or end-product.
Linda & Neal Abravanel
2020 NARI Award – Best Kitchen
The Bowers team was very professional, respectable, and the project was done with high quality craftsmanship. Our designer was great, and the project turned out exactly as we envisioned.
Tom & Diane Welle
2020 NARI Award – Best Bathroom Renovation
The Bowers team was super and we would choose them again in a heartbeat.
Anne & Ward Worster
2018 NARI Award – Best Interior Renovation
Featured on HGTV
Home & Garden Television (HGTV) featured a Bowers Design Build project on its “Before & After” show. Each episode of “Before & After” profiles major home remodeling projects from start to finish. This entire McLean house renovation took about one year to design and build. This is the fourth Bowers appearance on HGTV’s “Before & After”.
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Monica Baranko2025-06-11 09:43:422025-07-09 11:26:38The Bowers Design Process: What to Expect from First Meeting to Final Walkthrough
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Monica Baranko2025-05-28 16:47:152025-05-28 16:50:345 Essential Questions to Ask Before Starting a Whole Home Remodel
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Christian2025-02-13 14:48:212025-05-27 12:50:22Bowers Design Team Wins 4 First Place Mid-Atlantic PRO Awards
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Christian2025-02-13 14:32:022025-02-13 14:32:02Bowers’ President John Coburn Wins Industry Association Award for ProfessionalismVoted 2025 Best Places to Work in Virginia
Virginia Business Magazine has named Bowers Design Build as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Virginia. The award identifies, recognizes and honors the best places of employment in Virginia. Workplace policies, practices and demographics, along with an employee survey to measure the employee experience were evaluated to determine the top companies and the final ranking. “The 2025 Best Places to Work in Virginia know what it takes to create a workplace that results in teamwork and excellence. They put their employees’ welfare first, creating a positive environment for all”.
Latest News
Designing for Light: How Natural Light Transforms a HomeJune 25, 2025 - 3:08 pm
Choosing Timeless Design Elements That Add Lasting ValueJune 18, 2025 - 11:14 am
The Bowers Design Process: What to Expect from First Meeting to Final WalkthroughJune 11, 2025 - 9:43 am
5 Essential Questions to Ask Before Starting a Whole Home RemodelMay 28, 2025 - 4:47 pm
Bowers Design Team Wins 4 First Place Mid-Atlantic PRO AwardsFebruary 13, 2025 - 2:48 pm
✨ Team Spotlight: John Coburn, Jr. — President & COO ✨
Meet John Coburn, Jr., the powerhouse behind Bowers’ operational excellence. With more than two decades of leadership in the remodeling industry, John brings a wealth of experience and vision to our team and to every client relationship.
John holds a B.S. from Embry-Riddle University and an MBA from the Florida Institute of Technology. Before joining Bowers, he managed several large corporations—experience that now translates into an unwavering commitment to efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.
His impact goes far beyond our company walls. John is the Past President and Chairman of the Board for the Professional Remodeling Organization (PRO) Mid-Atlantic Chapter and has served on the National Strategic Planning Committee for the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Over the years, he’s been honored with multiple awards, including two NARI Image Awards, the NARI President’s Award, and in 2006, he was inducted into the NARI Hall of Fame. Most recently, John received the 2025 PRO Mid-Atlantic President’s Award for outstanding service to the remodeling industry.
In addition to running the show at Bowers, John gives back by volunteering on committees that focus on workforce development, integrity, and ethics—key pillars that elevate the remodeling profession as a whole.
Outside of work, you’ll find John on the golf course, coaching youth sports, or traveling with his family.
We’re lucky to have a leader who not only raises the bar—but helps everyone around him rise to meet it. Thank you, John, for your dedication, mentorship, and tireless pursuit of excellence! 🛠️🏆 ... See MoreSee Less
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Breathe in the fresh air, feel the breeze, and unwind outdoors — without ever leaving home. 🌿☀️
This award-winning outdoor renovation in Northern Virginia was designed to completely transform the way our clients enjoy their home. What was once a small, dated exterior space is now a multi-level, multi-zone retreat that seamlessly connects indoor living with the beauty of the outdoors.
Here’s what makes this project special:
✨ Screened Porch with a View
Adjacent to the new upper patio, the screened porch offers a casual sitting area that feels like an extension of the home. With bead board coffered ceilings, stone flooring, double screen doors, and a stone fireplace, it’s the perfect spot to sip coffee, cozy up with a book, or enjoy the morning sun with an unobstructed view of the pool. A ceiling fan and fireplace make it a three-season space designed for comfort.
✨ Elevated Patio for Dining & Grilling
The new upper-level patio, paved in random flagstone and protected by a waterproof membrane below, is built for entertaining. It connects directly to both the kitchen and the screened porch, making it ideal for everything from weeknight dinners to weekend cookouts.
✨ Custom Staircase & Lower-Level Cabana
A custom wrought iron staircase leads to the lower level, where a stunning glass-walled cabana opens to the pool deck and patio. Whether the NanaWalls are closed for a cozy retreat or open for full sun and fresh air, this cabana functions as an elegant lounge space all year long — complete with fans, a fireplace, and a bright, bead board ceiling.
✨ Artful Details & Seamless Flow
From the walk-up bar with folding windows to the stone privacy wall and two hot tub areas, every detail in this outdoor renovation was thoughtfully designed for comfort, beauty, and effortless entertaining.
At Bowers Design Build, we don’t just design outdoor spaces — we create experiences. This project is a shining example of how architecture can enhance the everyday and bring people together.
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🏌️♂️Last week, Bowers Design Build President & COO John Coburn joined teammates Harry Webb and Jason Gagen for a round of golf — all in support of a great cause.
The team participated in the PRO (Professional Remodeling Organization) fundraising golf tournament, benefiting PRO’s Workforce Development Initiative. This important program helps prepare and empower the next generation of remodeling professionals — something we care deeply about at Bowers.
Shoutout to our unexpected fourth teammate (pictured in turquoise) who rounded out the group!
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