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Your family comes to Windmill Reserve for space, privacy, and the calm of water and preserve views. Wide lakefront parcels, mature landscaping, and a attentive gatehouse create a quiet daily rhythm that feels removed, yet you remain close to every Broward County convenience.
The community rewards thoughtful design, from long motor courts to rear-facing great rooms that live on the lake. See how Thomas Homes approaches this neighborhood on our Windmill Reserve service area details, including lot considerations and build timelines tailored to this enclave.
Luxury here is measured in livability. You feel it in a gallery foyer lined with millwork, a great room that opens to the water, and a primary suite with a private sitting terrace. Kitchens carry full-height custom cabinetry, stone slab islands, and concealed, panel-ready appliances that keep the room quiet and refined.
At this level you expect whole-house automation, marble and wide-plank oak underfoot, a club room that doubles for family gatherings, and a three to six car garage with storage for weekend toys. Explore how we assemble these details within your budget through our Custom residential construction services.
For more than 16 years in Broward County, our family has built for families who value privacy, craftsmanship, and clear communication. You see it in organized job sites, trades that show up on schedule, and finishes installed with care.
If you are weighing builders for Windmill Reserve, review our approach as a Fort Lauderdale luxury builder, then speak with us about designing a home that lives beautifully on your lot. We build custom and select speculative homes when the right location and plan align.
Transitional and contemporary coastal lines lead values, with clean roof geometry, generous glass, and stone or smooth stucco elevations. Modern Mediterranean also performs when simplified with lighter palettes, metal accents, and authentic proportions.
Current plans emphasize symmetry at the entry, indoor to outdoor alignment, and discreet service zones. For examples of move-in opportunities, visit our Current luxury homes for sale.
Primary baths with bookmatched marble slabs, floating vanities, and curbless showers set the tone. Kitchens bring 48-inch ranges, integrated refrigeration, and walk-in pantries concealed behind millwork doors that read like furniture.
Ceilings are detailed, not loud, with coffers, LED coves, and plaster reveals. Primary suites add morning bars and boutique closets, and second-floor suites step out to private balconies overlooking the lake.
Outdoor rooms run deep here, with covered loggias, retractable screens, and summer kitchens finished in stone and marine-grade cabinetry. Pools are designed for views, using infinity edges, sun shelves, and submerged benches that invite conversation.
Expect integrated landscape lighting, turf play areas, and quiet fire features that reflect on the water. Hurricane-rated openings and a whole-house generator keep your family comfortable during Broward storm seasons.
Estate-scale homes in this enclave often span 5,000 to 12,000 square feet under air, with wings that separate entertaining and quiet spaces. Arrival courts frame the architecture with limestone or shell-stone pavers, while porte cochere elements provide covered transitions.
Plans may include a detached guest casita, glass-front car gallery, or a wellness suite with sauna and cold plunge. Double-height entries, stair halls washed in natural light, and axial views to the lake create a daily sense of calm.
Estate planning starts with surveys, tree preservation, and water management tailored to each lakefront parcel. Our team coordinates HOA design review, Broward permitting, and uses BCPA data to confirm parcel lines and assessments before you commit to improvements.
Amenities can include lighted sport courts, cabanas with full baths, and equipment pads screened with architectural walls. Community structures like gatehouse improvements or fitness pavilions benefit from our Commercial construction for amenities, ensuring the same accountability beyond the residence.
From roughly $1M to $2M, you can plan four to five bedrooms, a club room, three-car garage, and a resort pool with a sun shelf. Finishes focus on durable natural stone, custom cabinetry, and automation that handles lighting, security, and climate.
From $3M to $5M, programs expand to dual kitchens, theater or golf simulator rooms, elevator, detached guest quarters, and a larger motor court with a car gallery. Material palettes introduce imported slabs, artisan plaster, and bespoke millwork that carry a timeless feel.
Custom allows your plan to meet your lot, not the other way around. Orientation captures lake breezes, room adjacencies reflect how your family lives, and guest suites welcome extended stays without sacrificing privacy.
Details follow your routines, from a hidden caterer’s pantry to a safe room and an office away from the main living core. Smart controls, acoustic treatments, and tailored storage make every day easier.
New homes meet current Florida Building Code, impact glazing, insulation, and mechanical standards that reduce maintenance and improve comfort. Warranties, fresh systems, and modern layouts mean your time and resources go to living, not updating.
Market data supports the long-term appeal of newer construction and energy-efficient features, themes highlighted by NAR. In Windmill Reserve, that translates to stronger daily enjoyment and clearer predictability for your family.
Trust is earned in permits pulled correctly, inspections passed cleanly, and work documented daily. Your home is built under Florida GC license CBC#1261820, with professional affiliations that include GCBA, NAHB, and FHBA for standards that protect your family and investment.
Reputation matters in Broward County, which is why we maintain strong standing with the BBB. You get a builder who answers the phone and stands behind the work, long after move-in.
Your schedule, selections, daily logs, and progress photos live in Buildertrend, available wherever you are. You approve changes, track allowances, and see the critical path, so surprises stay off your job and off your calendar.
This transparency keeps decisions moving and protects your timeline. It also lets extended family stay informed when they are involved in design or financing.
Have a recent survey, HOA design guidelines, and any preliminary architecture ready. A simple wish list, preferred square footage, and a budget range help us right-size recommendations from the start.
If you are financing, a pre-approval letter streamlines feasibility. Share target move-in timing and any specialty spaces, such as a wellness room, theater, or car gallery.
Send your documents and a short note about how your family plans to live in the home. We review, confirm next steps, and propose a site walk or virtual meeting based on your schedule.
Start the conversation through Request a Windmill Reserve Quote. You will receive a timely response with a clear plan for design, pricing, and permitting in this community.
Speak with a builder who knows Windmill Reserve. Call (954) 210-9797 to discuss your lot, program, and timeline.
If you prefer email, send your details and we will coordinate next steps. Your home in Windmill Reserve can move from idea to plan with a conversation today.
Commercial build-outs, ground-up construction, and renovations for offices, medical, retail, and parking garages.
Custom Home BuilderCustom homes designed around your family, your lot, and your lifestyle. Every selection tracked in real time.
Luxury Home BuilderHigh-end custom homes with marble, custom cabinetry, and premium finishes throughout, built to your exact vision.
Luxury Home RemodelingWhole-home renovations, kitchen and bath remodels, second-story additions, and spa-suite conversions.
New ConstructionGround-up new construction on your lot or ours, from site work through certificate of occupancy under one licensed team.
Residential General ContractorLicensed residential general contractor managing every trade under one roof — no handoffs, no gaps.
Timelines vary with size, site complexity, and permitting, but most custom homes run 12 to 18 months from ground break to certificate of occupancy. Waterfront and multi-story builds sit at the longer end of that range.
Custom homes with Thomas Homes typically start around $400K and scale into the multi-million-dollar range depending on square footage, waterfront requirements, and finish selections. Every quote is itemized and tracked in Buildertrend.
Yes. Waterfront builds require FEMA base-flood-elevation compliance, seawall and dock permitting, and structural engineering for canal-front lots. Thomas Homes manages every step in-house.
Every Thomas Homes client uses the Buildertrend portal to review selections, invoices, and daily progress from any device. Full transparency is a core part of how we work.
Both. Whole-home renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, second-story additions, and major-scope renovations are a large part of our work.
Call (954) 210-9797 or request a free estimate through our contact page. We start with a site evaluation and feasibility conversation before design coordination begins.
Thomas Homes, Inc.
2944 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
(954) 210-9797 Mon to Fri: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM