Truckee · North Lake Tahoe · Since 1999
Custom Tahoe homes, built for your life.
Full-service construction in Martis Camp, Lahontan, and North Lake Tahoe—from first ideas to move-in.
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Lot 640 · Completed residence
The work is the proof
52 project entries. No two versions of Tahoe alike.
From mountain-modern exteriors to quiet interior details, the published portfolio spans whole homes, kitchens, living rooms, fireplaces, custom wood and metal work, pools, and exterior living.
Tahoe Quarterly Mountain Home Awards
Eight homes. Eight named awards.
Recognition spans a decade of styles—from Contemporary and Tahoe Style to Modern Farmhouse, Grand Design, and Mountain Modern.
- 2022Grand DesignLot 191
- 2022OutstandingLot 520
- 2021Mountain ModernLot 646
- 2021Modern ComfortLot 188
- 2021ModernLot 403
- 2018Modern FarmhouseLot 447
- 2017Tahoe StyleLot 54
- 2015ContemporaryLot 372
Featured by Western Art & Architecture, Mountain Living, LUXE, Houzz, Dwell, and more.
Built here, since 1999
Tahoe knowledge lives in the details.
Jim Morrison Construction has spent decades building around this landscape—its weather, materials, views, and distinctive communities.
From ideas to move-in
One team, across the whole build.
Join at the first spark of an idea or after architectural plans are complete. The team shapes its role around where your project begins.
- Budget and timeline development
- Architect coordination and collaboration
- Subcontractor selection and management
- Updates from day one to move-in day
- Framing through interior finish selection
- A personal and lasting relationship
Lot 188 · “Modern Comfort” Award
A seasoned local team
Experience that stays close to the work.
Jim Morrison is a builder, adventurer, pilot, philanthropist, and long-time Tahoe resident. He founded the company and has built homes in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe since 1999.
Lot 284 · Completed residence
Planning your build
Questions, answered before day one.
Where does Jim Morrison Construction build?
The company specializes in custom luxury homes in Martis Camp, Lahontan, and North Lake Tahoe, with a building history across Truckee and North Lake Tahoe since 1999.
When should we bring the team into our project?
You can begin with Jim Morrison Construction at the inception of your ideas or after completing plans with an architect. The team adapts its role to the stage of your project.
What does full-service construction include?
Services include budget and timeline development, architect coordination, subcontractor selection and management, and building work from framing and exteriors through interior carpentry and finish selection.
How will we stay informed during the build?
The company commits to open communication and project updates from day one through move-in day.
Is the company licensed in California and Nevada?
Yes. Jim Morrison Construction lists California license 767025 and Nevada license 0085245.
Your new home awaits
Bring us the plans—or the first idea.
Let’s start a conversation about the home and Tahoe life you have in mind.
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