Natural Balance
Homes designed to fit gracefully within Navajo Hills’ wooded landscape.
Navajo Hills • Alabaster, Alabama
Navajo Hills Custom Home Builder & Renovation Partner
Riveroak Building Company brings signature craftsmanship to Navajo Hills, one of Alabaster’s most established neighborhoods. We celebrate mature trees, rolling terrain, and larger lots with architecture that respects the landscape and elevates everyday living.
About Navajo Hills
Craft a custom home within Alabaster’s character-rich enclave.
Set within Alabaster, Alabama (35007), Navajo Hills balances privacy and convenience: mature tree canopies, generous setbacks, and quick routes to US-31 and I-65. Its gently rolling terrain and established streetscape invite site-responsive architecture—homes that feel rooted in place while opening naturally to outdoor living.
With Riveroak, you’ll translate that setting into a tailored residence: graceful elevations that respect the neighborhood’s rhythm, modern performance and energy efficiency, and interiors planned for everyday ease—light, storage, circulation, and indoor-outdoor flow.
Whether a preservation-minded renovation or a ground-up estate, our team coordinates architectural design, structural engineering, and construction sequencing with transparent communication and detailed budgeting. The result is a home that honors Navajo Hills’ character and serves your family for decades.
What to Expect When Building with Riveroak
- Personalized design-build roadmap aligned to your lifestyle, budget, and homesite conditions
- Expert planning for grading, drainage, and tree preservation on mature lots
- High-touch coordination with Shelby County and applicable neighborhood guidelines
- Curated selections, craftsmanship, and detailing that reflect Navajo Hills’ heritage
Considering a new build or transformation in Navajo Hills? We’ll assess site access, slopes, utilities, and canopy before design—so your plan is beautiful, buildable, and future-ready.
Local Insights
Building gracefully within Navajo Hills’ established canopy.
Tucked into the heart of Alabaster, Alabama, Navajo Hills blends quiet streets, mature hardwoods, and gently sloping terrain — a timeless neighborhood that rewards thoughtful, site-responsive design. Every project here begins with listening: understanding the land’s contours, the light through the trees, and the way families live among them.
Riveroak Building Company brings decades of design-build expertise to hilly lots and wooded settings. We coordinate comprehensive site studies, arborist consultations, and drainage engineering before breaking ground — ensuring your foundation, driveways, and outdoor living spaces align with both beauty and longevity.
Our homes in Navajo Hills emphasize natural materials, warm textures, and generous porches that open to shaded lawns and wooded privacy. Interiors balance modern comfort with craftsmanship rooted in Southern tradition — from exposed beams to custom millwork and energy-efficient systems.
Expect seamless communication, weekly progress updates, and guided walkthroughs from start to finish. Every plan, finish selection, and detail is reviewed with the same care we’d bring to our own home — ensuring your new residence feels organically placed within Navajo Hills’ established canopy and community character.
Service Availability
Serving Navajo Hills and neighboring Birmingham communities.
Nestled within Alabaster’s rolling terrain, Navajo Hills is one of the area’s most established neighborhoods — a place where families stay for decades, drawn by its natural beauty and quiet character. Riveroak Building Company partners with discerning homeowners across Alabaster and the greater Birmingham metro to create homes that honor that sense of place through custom construction, refined additions, and legacy-scale renovations.
We approach each Navajo Hills project with respect for its mature canopy and topography. From site-specific design reviews and foundation planning for sloped lots to drainage and utility coordination, our team ensures every detail aligns with both architectural intent and environmental balance. Homeowners trust Riveroak for work that blends precision with artistry—built to endure for generations. Check out -
Our process includes all permitting, inspections, and HOA architectural reviews—so your project progresses seamlessly while preserving the architectural rhythm that defines Navajo Hills.
Guided Process
Clear budgets, regular updates, and builder-led communication.
Skilled Craft
Local artisans creating lasting beauty with care and precision.
Not sure if your property falls within our active service area? Share your address—our team often extends coverage for projects that reflect our values of craftsmanship, sustainability, and trust.
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Our Navajo Hills Services
Stewarding established properties with custom building expertise.
- Custom Home Construction Architectural and structural design that complements Navajo Hills’ wooded terrain and classic street patterns.
- Whole-Home Renovations Transformative updates that preserve neighborhood heritage while introducing modern floorplans and energy-efficient systems.
- Outdoor Living & Amenities Screened porches, terraces, and patios that extend indoor comfort into the tree canopy.
- Concierge Project Management Permitting, vendor scheduling, and inspections managed end-to-end for a stress-free client experience.
- Architectural Additions Guest suites, detached garages, and carriage houses designed to blend seamlessly with existing elevations.
Concierge Access
Let’s talk about your Navajo Hills home.
Tell us about your vision — whether it’s building on your lot, expanding your existing home, or redesigning for modern family life. We’ll create a personalized design-build roadmap with timeline expectations, cost transparency, and curated selections tailored to your style.
- Private consultations at your homesite
- HOA and Shelby County coordination handled in-house
- Design and construction scopes crafted for exceptional results
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FAQ
Navajo Hills home building questions—answered.
What makes Navajo Hills ideal for a custom home?
Navajo Hills offers one of the most naturally beautiful settings in Alabaster, Alabama (35007) — spacious lots, mature hardwoods, and gentle elevation changes that allow for creative design. These qualities give homeowners the flexibility to design a custom home that blends privacy, curb appeal, and meaningful indoor-outdoor connections. Riveroak’s approach emphasizes architecture that enhances the landscape, with floorplans that flow seamlessly from entry to patio to wooded views.
Can Riveroak renovate or expand an existing Navajo Hills home?
Absolutely. Many homeowners in Navajo Hills choose to stay rooted in the neighborhood while updating their spaces. We specialize in whole-home renovations, additions, and kitchen or bath reconfigurations that preserve architectural character while elevating comfort and functionality. From reimagining a 1980s floorplan to adding a detached garage or guest suite, our design-build team ensures the new and existing flow as one cohesive home.
Do you handle permits and neighborhood approvals for Navajo Hills projects?
Yes — Riveroak manages every phase of permitting, from Shelby County applications and utility coordination to final inspections and HOA architectural reviews (if applicable). Our experience with local codes and subdivision requirements allows us to anticipate documentation needs early, keeping your project on schedule and compliant from day one.
How does Riveroak approach site planning for Navajo Hills’ trees and slopes?
Every property in Navajo Hills deserves a design that works with, not against, its natural terrain. Our preconstruction process includes grading analysis, drainage mapping, and arborist collaboration to protect mature trees and ensure proper water flow. Whether building a new foundation or adding outdoor amenities, we prioritize long-term stability and aesthetics — ensuring your home stands gracefully within its wooded surroundings.
Can Riveroak help design outdoor living spaces in Navajo Hills?
Yes — outdoor living is a defining feature of life in Navajo Hills. We design and build screened porches, patios, outdoor kitchens, and terraced gardens that reflect each property’s natural elevation and privacy. These spaces become natural extensions of your home, connecting daily life with the beauty of Alabaster’s landscape.
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