About Us

Building your dream space is an exciting journey. At Next Horizon Homes, we bring over two decades of local building expertise to every project. Our blend of time-honored craftsmanship and innovative development strategies creates building experiences that are efficient, rewarding, and enjoyable.

Your vision should perfectly reflect your lifestyle while maximizing value within your budget. As an active member of the Lake Norman community for over 22 years, we understand the unique opportunities and character of our area. Our team guides you through a streamlined process using our proven expertise, complemented by our in-house drywall and painting division, and supported by long-standing relationships with trusted trade partners who share our commitment to quality.

We bring a unique perspective to every project, whether it’s a custom home, renovation, or development opportunity. Our military background taught us the importance of precision and attention to detail, while our experience managing multiple successful businesses has refined our systematic approach to project management. We take pride in being deeply rooted in the community, from coaching local sports to supporting area development.

Our dedicated team treats every project as if it were our own, ensuring every detail aligns with your vision. From renovations to custom homes, and from single lots to development opportunities, we bring the same level of dedication and expertise to every project. Ready to start your journey? Schedule your complimentary initial consultation today.

We take great pride in crafting your space with the utmost care, treating it as our own and shaping it to align perfectly with your personal desires. Our no-surprises approach means you’ll always know what to expect, with regular updates and clear communication throughout your project.

We’re excited to get to know you and learn more about what you envision. We encourage you to schedule your complimentary initial consultation by clicking the button below, and let’s begin this journey together.

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Don't Just Dream It—Build Your Next Horizon With Us.

About Matt Phillips

For over two decades, Next Horizon Homes has been building trust and delivering excellence in the Lake Norman area. Founded by Matt Phillips, who brings a unique blend of military precision and entrepreneurial vision, our company culture is built on core values of integrity, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional client care.

What sets our team apart is Matt’s diverse background and commitment to the local community. As a former flight paramedic in the military serving for four years, Matt developed a disciplined approach to detail and emergency response that translates perfectly to project management and client communication. After transitioning to civilian life, he’s spent 22 years building deep roots in the Lake Norman community, from coaching youth sports to developing trusted relationships with the area’s finest craftsmen and trade partners.

Our executive team represents a perfect blend of expertise: Matt’s hands-on construction experience combines with his proven business acumen from managing multiple successful companies, including a specialized drywall and painting division that serves many of the area’s premier builders. This unique market position gives us unparalleled insights into quality control and best practices in custom home construction.

From land evaluation to final touches, our leadership team personally oversees each project with precision and care, ensuring your vision comes to life exactly as you imagined. Whether you’re considering a custom home, renovation project, or development opportunity, our comprehensive experience helps guide you toward the best decisions for your unique situation.

Building lasting value in the Lake Norman area with precision, care, and dedication.

Our Core Values

Commitment to Excellence

Our military-inspired precision and decades of building expertise drive our unwavering commitment to excellence. From initial design concept to final finishing touches, we strive for nothing short of perfection. With both custom home building experience and our specialized drywall and painting division, we ensure every project we build exceeds expectations, delivering unparalleled quality and lasting value to our clients.

Client-Centric Approach​

At the heart of Next Horizon Homes’ success is our philosophy that there should be no surprises. We prioritize clear communication, active listening, and personalized service through every phase of construction. Our bi-weekly meetings and proactive updates foster strong relationships built on trust, transparency, and respect, ensuring you feel supported throughout your construction journey.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement​

We combine extensive local market knowledge with modern building innovations to create exceptional spaces. Our systematic approach to project management, refined through managing multiple successful businesses, enhances our proven practices while maintaining our commitment to time-honored craftsmanship and personalized service.

Integrity and Accountability​

These principles have been the cornerstone of our business since day one, reinforced by our military background and deep community roots. We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and integrity in all interactions. Our team takes ownership of every decision and action, holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards and delivering on our promises with unwavering professionalism.

We're not just building - we're creating lasting value and spaces where Lake Norman families make memories for generations.

DISTINCTIVE DESIGN &
DEVELOPMENT IN THE WESTERN LAKE NORMAN AREA

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Building Throughout & Near:

  • Denver
  • Iron Station
  • Maiden
  • Lincolnton
  • Sherrills Ford

Creating Exceptional Properties for Every Stage of Life