Mid-century interior renovation with wood paneling and artwork in Sausalito residence

Building Together: Norman’s Legacy, Nathan’s Vision

SINCE 1984

A generational Bay Area construction firm delivering custom homes and renovations across Marin, San Francisco, and the North Bay for over 40 years.

Norman and Nathan of Norman Charles Construction on site in residential build

Range of Experience

Our portfolio spans custom coastal homes, city residences, historic renovations, and thoughtfully designed additions throughout Marin, San Francisco, and the North Bay. While the architectural styles vary, every project shares the same foundation: careful planning, clear communication, and craftsmanship built to last.

From early collaboration through final execution, we approach each home as a long-term investment in quality, livability, and trust.

Why Choose Us

Construction team reviewing architectural plans at residential job site in the Bay Area

For over four decades, Norman Charles Construction has built a reputation for consistency, clarity, and craftsmanship. Our projects succeed because of the systems behind them: long-standing teams, transparent communication, and a disciplined approach to planning and execution.

Generational construction team reviewing measurements on residential project

Two Generations. One Standard.

Norman Charles Construction is led by a father-and-son team who remain directly involved in every project. Norman and Nathan Charles personally oversee each build, providing continuity, accountability, and hands-on decision-making from start to finish.

Clients work directly with the people responsible for outcomes, not layers of management. This level of involvement ensures alignment, responsiveness, and a consistent standard of quality on every home.

Skilled carpenter installing structural beam during custom home construction

Built for Collaboration

“We had the pleasure of working with Norman Charles Construction on a few of our firm’s projects and are more than happy with the experience and outcome. Norman & Nathan’s communication throughout the construction process and dedication to doing right by the client was a huge part in the projects’ success, both in client satisfaction and execution of the design. We would not hesitate to work with them again and look forward to our next opportunity to do so. ” 
- FELDMAN ARCHITECTURE