Contemporary Design Style is often defined by clean lines with a casual atmosphere, open spaces, neutral colors and elements and materials inspired by nature. While modern interiors have been considered cold and minimalist, today’s contemporary interiors are comfortable and welcoming without being cluttered or dark. This style can be used in homes, apartments, stores and offices.
Owings Brothers Contracting is a contemporary style homes contractor that is renowned for award-winning designs and modern remodeling in Maryland. Call us now to get started on your project.
I started 9 years ago with the Owings team as a carpenter and there is alot to be said about a company that listens to what they're employees have to say. Too many companies these days just see the employee as a workhorse, not showing appreciation. Owings has went above my expectations and gave me opportunities to allow myself to grow professionally. I have been sent out of state to learn how to install shower glass enclosures. I have also had the opportunity to run a handyman division using my skillset of many different trades. They have given me the opportunity to take photos using my drone. (Fun work) And finally they have pulled me off of the jobsite to give me the opportunity in project development working with our talented design team and office staff. Everyone is great to work with here.If you have drive, talent or just want to learn top level carpentry, electric, plumbing skills we, the Owings Team will welcome you.Bernard Chambersread more
Bernard Chambers
22:06 08 Aug 22
Everything from the beginning of design and selection process to the final result was professional and made easy. We had two full bath remodels, a laundry room addition, large master walk in closet installed, and a beautiful kitchen remodel which included a large vaulted ceiling. We had a great experience with all employees and contractors that were involved in our project. Our carpenter, Perry, is a workhorse and did a fantastic job. We love our newly renovated home!read more
Cody Walker
01:13 14 Jul 22
Owings Brothers did a great job updating my shower. Tina was very responsive and kept me updated on when the parts were ordered and when the technicians would come by. Thank you!read more
Gina Dowd
14:44 12 Jul 22
My wife Kathy and I have used Owings Brothers on 3 major projects and 2 smaller ones, including two full additions and, most recently, a kitchen remodel. They are excellent, we were just chatting last night, as we plan another project - why would we ever go anywhere else - their professionalism and quality of work gives us a great sense of confidence when we hire them and great satisfaction when the work is done.read more
Chris O'Connor (US)
17:54 17 Jun 22
Owings Brothers built us a beautiful great room with Master bedroom above back in 2009. They did a great job and were so easy to work with that when we needed their services again in 2019 we called only them.We had a fire in the house and had to rebuild significant portions of it. Chris Owings was at my house the day after the fire to offer advice on how to proceed with the insurance company and emergency response teams. In times like that it's nice to have a familiar face to count on. Working with Chris and many of the same team members from 10 years ago was like working with your best friends. Mike the carpenter and his son Jessie were over every day at the break of dawn to rebuild , Ricky to trim out with loving precision, Steve to make sure the structure is done right and of course Chris to make sure everything is on track and that you are happy. Michael Owings is also great to work with as you determine how to get the most bang for your buck advising on what to include in the final contract. Two other takeaways. You will be surprised when they do work you didn't even ask for because they think it would look better without charging extra. Second and this is hard to find.They will send some of their workers months, years later to fix things that come up from time to time in houses. I am so grateful that my wife told me about Owings brothers!read more
Luis Bernardo
19:17 09 Feb 22
We had some electrical and bathroom work done.Owings brothers was excellent. They were always on time,did a great job and cleaned up before they left.Joe Smith communicated very well.I would definitely recommend Owings brothers for any remodeling jobread more
Martin Smith
18:39 18 Jan 22
From start to finish, working with Owings Brothers on our hall bathroom remodel was a great experience. When first meeting Joe, he provided a detailed quote and answered all of the questions that we had. This early process, when we were still collecting bids gave me reassurance that Owings Brothers was the right choice. Once we agreed on the initial aspects of the job, work with the Design team began. Angela was open to our ideas, provided many thoughts of her own, and made time on multiple occasions to go over selection of materials and to review the design. Before work commenced, Craig came to assess the site, review the process, and introduce us to Chad who oversaw things each day. Chad and the crew were very communicative, considerate, meticulous and accommodating. There are many others whom I could call out as outstanding. We really can't say enough about our experience with Owings Brothers, and will be working with them on future projects without question.read more
John Humphrey
22:33 13 Jan 22
This group did an amazing job on totally remodeling our sunroom into a highly technical orchid room that retains a stylish flare. The attention to workmanship and detail is evident throughout the project. They knew there was an absolute deadline for work completion because the 250 orchids needed to come inside before the cold weather hit. They met this deadline which is unusual in itself given the issues with building right now. Several material changes had to be made as the team realized they were not going to work correctly for what we wanted. I couldn't have asked for a better partnership. The after completion follow up was top rate as well. This is a very knowledgeable team that also possesses another quality we just don't come by often in this field: every single person was courteous, respectful and well-versed in customer service including current COVID protocols. We will be continuing with their services for window replacement in the New Year. They get a 6/5 on the rating scale!read more
Stephen Noga
12:13 28 Dec 21
I am thoroughly pleased with the portico that was constructed . From design creation with Joe , to Craig the project manager to Tom the incredibly capable lead carpenter, I can not praise them enough for their professionalism and attention to detail. They are truly a cohesive team who communicate well with each other and with their customer Their work is eye catching. I could tell they take pride in their work . Craig, the project manager, was always aware of what was going on and easily available to me. I have an old home and have had multiple projects performed over the 30 yrs that I have lived there. I have never worked with such great people . Even the office staff is excellent. The project was done in a timely manner according to the schedule that was provided. I did not have to worry about any part of the project. That alone was so satisfying. My neighbors have all complemented on their work and the highest complement to them is when my neighbor said "That portico fits right in , as if it belongs and was always there." I will certainly use them again as I know they do quality job. I love my portico!read more
Carmen Salvaterra
21:25 15 Dec 21
Joe and his team did an amazing job on my addition. The quality of the work is what impressed me the most, top notch craftsmen. It was a pleasure working with all of them. Highly recommend Owings Home Services.read more
LINDA MCARTHUR
14:39 21 Oct 21
We have used Owings Brothers Services for the last 5 years. They remodeled our kitchen, master bath, powder room, and laundry room. They refinished our hardwood floors and installed engineered flooring. They replaced our deck. They perform routine maintenance on our wood siding. They have painted every room in our house and every piece of siding. And our interior is gorgeous because Angela designed it!We recently decided to sell our "Owings Brothers' Home," and needed some handyman work done quickly. I contacted Joe (Smith), and as expected, he made it happen. We had the plumbing, painting, and electrical teams out within a week. And, most importantly, the work was still at the same high caliber as it always is.I tell EVERYONE I know how consistently fantastic this company is. I cannot give enough praise for the quality of their work and client relations. I am hoping they will travel to Rehoboth to do any work I need done :-).read more
Kelly Geraty
18:58 21 Jul 21
All of the work was exactly what we wanted. Grantsmanship was excellent. Everyone we worked with was also very professional and courteous.
Allen Tayman
15:28 21 Jul 21
As an Owings Brothers Contracting and Owings Home Services employee (and customer), I have witnessed first hand that this company truly cares about their customers. As one would expect from a 37 year old family owned business, reputation is key to long-term success. It's important that the work and materials they provide are long lasting and that their customers are fully satisfied. Not every job is perfect, but they are fair and reasonable and willing to work hard to earn "Raving Fans". One of the things I love about this company is that a large majority of our business comes from referrals and repeat business. That says so much more than an ad can deliver. Lastly, the work environment here is team oriented, I am proud of what the company represents and I enjoy coming to work every day!read more
Toni Stone
15:52 16 Jul 21
I recently hired Owings Brothers for the third time in 10 years. That are professional, reliable, and courteous. The workmanship is always been of the highest caliber. There are no surprises because they explain everything upfront and review each step of the way. I recommend them without reservation.read more
Yost Legal Group
17:04 11 Jul 21
Our team has worked together with Owings Brothers on projects for several years. They have good project communications, reliable staff, quality workmanship and get the job done right. We would not hesitate to recommend Owings Brothers to our friends and family.read more
Julie Chmura
17:58 06 Jul 21
Owings Brothers Contracting did a fabulous job remodeling our kitchen & deck. We have used them for several projects because they do such quality work! I highly recommend using Owing Brothers Contracting!read more
Yvonne
20:24 30 Apr 21
Owings Brothers just completed a remodel of our master bathroom and my wife and I couldn't be happier. This was our second project with them (they finished our basement a couple of years ago) and we are already looking forwarded to using their services again in the future. The quality of Owings Brothers' work is truly outstanding and their communication could serve as a model for the industry. I highly recommend contacting them for any home-improvement projects.read more
Dave Tawes
00:19 21 Mar 21
Assessed the repairs, designed appropriate needs, showed up on time and completed project on time and stayed below budget. Extremely happy with results.read more
Steve Weber
13:03 30 Jan 21
The entire team was spectacular from start to finish. From being professional to fun to work with, I enjoyed having them in my home on a daily basis for 4 months. The team not only completed a bathroom remodel but also installed closet systems my family loves. On top of that the garage remodel was outstanding and is the talk of the neighborhood. We will absolutely have them back to remodel the kitchen when the time comes as well as the master bathroom. I would HIGHLY recommend them if you want a team that will get the job done, do it right and do it with a smile! I have heard of many contractor nightmares and if you do not want to worry about those nightmares go with Owings Brothers and ask for Joe! George is also the best in the business ( I hope he never retires!).read more
Jason Sampson
15:44 25 Nov 20
Owings Brothers remodeled our kitchen, which consisted of gutting the old kitchen, redesigning the layout of the kitchen and installing new cabinets, appliances and island. Additionally, new flooring was installed throughout the first floor, the stairs to the second floor and the second floor hallway and the entire first floor was repainted.We were extremely happy with the remodel, from start to finish. Everyone we worked with was knowledgeable, personable and helpful. The work took about six weeks and the guys were patient with us and our golden retriever. Pet friendly people are the best kind and the guys were always very sweet to Cooper, who has since passed away.Our old kitchen was a bit dated, too dark for our taste and it didn’t function well for us. The new kitchen is beautiful and functional and it is exactly what we wanted. We couldn’t be happier. Owings Brothers did a fabulous job and we plan to have them remodel our master bathroom in the very near future!read more
Patti Nass
23:27 12 Nov 20
I have worked with Owings Bros on many home renovations and home improvement projects and I have always been completely satisfied with the overall work. Their workers are all very talented, respectful, timely and always make sure we are pleased with what they are doing. The clean up at the end of each day. I have nothing but good things to say and the have done 2 additions and numerous renovations on our house.read more
Tina Wojtal
12:00 11 Nov 20
My family and I have used this company for multiple projects. We couldn't be happier with the results. They do a great job and have a no nonsense approach that really works well for me. Keep up the good work guys!read more
John Summers
13:59 02 Nov 20
Owings Brothers are an outstanding organization. They did a second project for us and it turned out beautiful. It was so easy to work with their professional staff from start to finish. The workmanship was excellent and they completed the project on time. I highly recommend them for any type of remodeling in the home.read more
Stan Kawtoski
00:08 25 Sep 20
Owings brothers did a huge job replacing all the framing in our attic and replacing our roof, as well as adding new insulation and coordinating the placement of new AC units. They were efficient, professional, conscientious. We cannot day enough about how good an experience it was. Would recommend them to anyoneread more
Michael Scott
21:44 24 Sep 20
From start to finish Owings Brothers was amazing. Fast and efficient they knocked out my bathroom remodel in 2 weeks. Everything ran smooth with no hiccups.read more
Michael Harrison
12:15 24 Sep 20
The Owings Brothers team is second to none. I love their no nonsense approach. They are honest and always have your best interest in mind, even if that means not doing the project. That type honesty is hard to find these days.read more
Tony Cohen
13:22 03 Sep 20
This is simply one the best contractors in Maryland. I am giving them five stars for quality, professionalism and value!
C Dauer
11:46 14 Jul 20
I've worked with Owings Brothers Contracting for two large projects. Each time, they've never failed to disappoint. Their pricing is competitive. The quality of workmanship is unmatched. I couldn't be happier with the outcome.read more
Pamela Colbert
18:14 08 Jul 20
Working with Owings Brothers was a very good experience! Have heard many bad stories about contractors, but they were professional & responsive from start to finish. Every subcontractor was also easy to work with & did a great job.. They were always on time & on schedule, & communication was top notch. And, our kitchen is beautiful!! I will definitely recommend them to friends & would use them again myself.read more
Kathy Carducci
17:52 10 Jun 20
We’ve been through several phases of construction with Owings Brothers over the past 5 years and I really can’t express enough our level of satisfaction. Every person we’ve dealt with in the organization has been professional, honest and prompt. The communication throughout each project was great and we’ve always felt like we were their only customer. There’s something to be said about that local family business, and Owings does it right. They have a customer for life with us. I’m only giving 5 stars because 6 stars is not an option!read more
Bryan Glover
15:27 09 Jun 20
I highly recommend Owings Brothers. They did a major remodel to our house and we couldn’t be happier. The work is top notch and they put our satisfaction at the top of the list. The staff is very friendly and helpful at making the 1000 decisions along the way.read more
Bill Sasser
11:11 20 May 20
Owings Brothers did an excellent job building my screened in porch. They are very responsive to customers needs and requests.
Gregory Jarosinski
14:24 06 Mar 20
The Owings Brothers Contracting team did an outstanding job on our exterior home project despite numerous obstacles including, rain, ice, and the unexpected loss of electricity. I would highly recommend them!read more
Paul Geraty
15:46 28 Feb 20
We have worked with Owings Brothers on two large projects on two different homes. The quality of the work, attention to detail, and true caring that we are happy with the finished product are all second to none. And they are a pleasure to work with from the brothers to the office to the project lead and all the subs. You can't go wrong with them!read more
Blair Kennard
13:25 22 Jun 19
As an older couple, we needed a total conversion of our master bathroom into a handicapped accessible bathroom. From our first meeting, we knew we were dealing with total professionals. Our work started on the date stated and completed on the date stated. Each and every tradesman was accomplished, efficient and very kind. All our questions and concerns were addressed quickly. Our bathroom is functional and stunning. We are so glad we chose Owings.read more
Myra Zerwitz
15:34 19 Apr 19
My wife and I used Owings Brothers for several projects over the past six years. Initially, we interviewed 4 different contractors. Owings Brothers was the clear winner then and remains so. We no longer seek other bids. Their work goes beyond quality to true craftsmanship. They transformed our kitchen into a thing of beauty. Most recently, they remodeled one of our bathrooms. What was once old and drab is now shiny, beautiful, and very functional. We have at at least three more projects lined up for them in coming years. In addition to quality work, they have relationships with the top vendors for granite, tile, cabinets, and appliances. When a neighbor asked for our recommendation, we provided Joe Smith's number and email address at Owings Brothers. We would not consider using anyone else. They are like family.read more
John Blake
15:27 21 Jan 19
We have had Owings Brothers perform three major projects for us. We have always been very pleased with their work. Their professionalism, planning, communication, and work quality is top notch. They may be more expensive that other contractors but we always use them because of this.read more
Jon Desi
15:41 05 Dec 18
We interviewed about a dozen contractors and firms to do our first floor and kitchen renovation in Silver Spring, MD. Owings Brothers was by far the most efficient, resourceful and transparent. We could not have made a better decision and intend to use them again for future projects. Owings Brothers uses a program called Co-Construct that allows you to keep tabs on the job from an app on your phone and a portal website through a browser on your computer. Everyone in their company is trained on using Co-Construct and all activity, purchasing, financials and progress is documented through this application. The foreman loads daily photographs of the work and all questions are answered through the app, so anyone participating in your project can see the documentation. You never have to wait for a response from the company and you can always log on to check on all activity with your account. Owings Brothers supplements this digital communication with a prompt text, email or phone call whenever needed. Our job took about 3 months and was completed on time. John, our foreman was exceptional. He communicated with us clearly, anticipated problems, kept his tradesmen on task and on schedule. His craftsmanship was great and he always left our house as clean and tidy as possible at the end of the work day. Once we got into the mindset of undergoing construction, it was as pleasant a situation as possible. John oversaw the job with obvious skill and knowledge. Also, Owings Brothers provides a warranty on all their work. This causes them to do it right the first time. If not, they’ll come out to tend to any repairs. Doing your homework and interviewing multiple firms will allow you to see how exceptional Owings Brothers Construction is.read more
Karen Trimmer
17:33 02 Sep 18
I've worked with all of the Owings Brothers leadership, and I've found all of them to be extremely kind, honest, and talented individuals. The truly love what they do and are committed to delivered a great finished product.read more
Marty Jenoff
22:16 26 Mar 18
Very efficient and thorough!!
Christina Jimenez
15:04 19 Dec 17
Jan T
14:04 19 Jan 17
From start to finish, our custom new home built by Owings Brothers Contracting, was done with great care and expertise. From the design phase, through the building process, our project manager, and each subcontractor carefully consulted one another, and us, to make sure each phase was done with excellence, and openness in communication and workmanship. As a family business, an atmosphere of open dialogue created flexibility within our floor plan, as well as careful progress planning each month during construction. Even as the job is completed now, we still experience careful followup of any additional changes or alterations, as necessary. The overall experience has been outstanding and my wife and I are grateful for such a beautiful and practical home. Thank you Owings Brothers!read more
Lee Kiessling
21:22 04 Jun 16
They built a beautiful custom home for us this year. Everything went better than expected and everyone that visits remarks at the wonderful attention to detail, from the custom trim to the paint job to the detailed craftsmanship with built-ins. We would recommend Owings Brothers Contracting without reservation.read more
Susan Hawkins
20:02 24 Mar 16
A rule of thumb would be, less is more! Basics, bare, bold and structural, nothing cute and small and stay away from excessive details and floral or busy prints. Let furniture and accessories make a bold statement. Choose a favorite piece that will stand out and your favorite color with a neutral background. The flooring should be wood, tile or vinyl, smooth and bare, but if you need to add carpet for sound reduction or warmth choose a geometric patterned rug.
Contemporary homes many times have an unusually shaped frame, an open floor plan, over-sized windows, and use re-purposed components. The use of natural light also plays a big role, so large and expansive windows are a common feature of such homes and the design tends to fit into the surrounding landscape. The elements that characterized modern architecture were thought to be too cold and impersonal by many. The contemporary style, as is recognized today, was developed due to this opinion. Much like the modern style, contemporary style connects indoor and outdoor spaces, but it adds some personal touches and warmth throughout the living space. Although people sometimes use the terms “contemporary” and “modern” architecture interchangeably, they technically are not synonymous. Modern architecture refers to the building style of the early to mid-20th century and featured clean lines with an emphasis on function.
Contemporary/Modern architecture often seeks to take old buildings and structures and reuse them in innovative and fresh ways. This might entail extensive renovations that dramatically change the look, layout, or function of the space. This style often ties easily to work by previous architects and designers. This is especially true, since it often uses fairly traditional materials, such as steel and concrete.
