About

For over 30 years, Rider Construction has been quietly building Big Sur’s most thoughtfully crafted homes. Founded in 1995 by Kevin Rider after apprenticing under a master builder, the company grew from Kevin’s lifelong passion for architecture, craftsmanship, and place.

As a custom home builder rooted in this dramatic and rugged landscape, our focus has never been on volume. Instead, we dedicate ourselves to a select number of projects where quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail come first.

Each home we build is a reflection of its environment, designed to harmonize with coastal California’s natural beauty while meeting the unique needs of the people who live here. From locally sourced materials to timeless architectural choices, we believe every element should feel intentional, enduring, and inspired.

We partner closely with clients, architects, and artisans to bring each vision to life, and we stand by our work long after the last nail is set. Every project we take on is personal, carefully considered, and built to stand the test of time, both structurally and aesthetically.

Our beautiful homes are the result of a close, collaborative process—where we balance the original vision of the design with the evolving wishes of the client. We believe that great design should be lived in, and our role is to honor its intent while shaping it into something deeply personal and lasting. In a place where nature doesn’t cut corners, neither do we.