About PBG
Building Extraordinary Homes With Principle, Purpose, and Partnership
At Principle Builders Group, building a custom home is a deeply personal, highly collaborative process. Since 2008, we have specialized in luxury residences across North Georgia, each conceived as a distinct architectural expression shaped by vision, discipline, and craft.
We founded the firm with a simple belief: your vision matters, and the experience of building a home should be as remarkable as the home itself. Our role is to bring clarity and structure to a process that is often unnecessarily complex.
A More Intentional Way to Build
From the beginning, our focus was not scale, but trust.
Co-founders Ryan Locke and Tony Bondhus established Principle Builders Group to elevate the standard of luxury homebuilding, pairing technical expertise with thoughtful leadership and a deep respect for design intent.
Today, we remain a boutique firm serving North Georgia, Atlanta’s northern suburbs, the mountains, Lake Burton, and Highlands, North Carolina, intentionally focused on quality over volume.
Our Process
A True Turnkey Partnership
Our process is grounded in a commitment to craft, transparency, and continuous improvement.
We begin by understanding what success means for each client, then guide the project with proactive leadership, clear communication, and strong collaboration. Challenges are addressed directly, with solutions that protect both design intent and project momentum.
...Read MoreLeadership and People
“Our company is defined by its people”.
We are a team of experienced professionals committed to craftsmanship, collaboration, and thoughtful execution. We value strong relationships, with clients, design partners, and trade professionals, and believe the best results come from shared trust and open communication.
Co-founders Ryan Locke and Tony Bondhus built Principle Builders Group on a foundation of integrity, honesty, and quality. These values continue to guide our work and define our reputation for precision, creativity, and lasting client relationships.
Experience That Brings Confidence
Since 2008, we have built architecturally ambitious homes across a range of settings, from established neighborhoods to mountain and lakefront properties.
Our experience allows us to anticipate challenges, protect quality, and guide critical decisions with clarity.
We are proud to have earned multiple Greater Atlanta Home Builders OBIE Awards, including 2025 Gold and 2023 Gold and Silver, along with Georgia Business Journal Best of Georgia honors every year since 2021.
While these recognitions are meaningful, the trust of our clients remains our most important measure of success.
Reach
Principle Builders Group builds luxury homes throughout Georgia and North Carolina, with a
primary focus on:
- Metro Atlanta
- North Georgia
- Georgia’s lakes and mountain communities
- Highlands and Cashiers, North Carolina
Have Questions? See Our FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We build and renovate one-of-a-kind luxury custom homes with a focus on architectural creativity, high-end craftsmanship, and a collaborative turnkey process.
We serve homeowners across North Georgia, Atlanta’s Northern suburbs, the mountains, Lake Burton, and Highlands, North Carolina.
The earlier, the better. We can help during land evaluation, planning, budgeting, pre-construction, architectural coordination, construction, and renovation.
Yes. We have extensive experience managing complex luxury projects, including challenging sites, tight timelines, and custom structural solutions.
We focus on proactive leadership, transparent communication, thoughtful planning, and clear expectations so clients feel informed and supported throughout the project.
Yes. Our LEED and EarthCraft certifications help us create luxury homes that balance beauty, performance, quality, and environmental responsibility.
Let’s Build Something Extraordinary Together
To every client, we make this commitment: we will deliver the highest level of quality and service on every project. Whether you already have land, finished plans, or only the first spark of an idea, we are ready to listen. The best custom homes begin with honest conversation, thoughtful planning, and a builder who treats your vision with care. At Principle Builders Group, we are proud to build homes that feel personal, perform beautifully, and stand the test of time. When you are ready for construction, we would be honored to help bring your extraordinary home to life.