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About JRC

James River Construction builds more than better living spaces—we create spaces for better living. We start with mutual respect and honesty, knowing from 30 years of experience that they are the foundation of any great project.

Beautiful spaces for life

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Poolside Perfection

A detached pool house transforms outdoor living into year-round luxury.
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Room to Gather

A classic 1936 home gains a gracious dining addition, refreshed kitchen, and an outdoor living space built for everyday use.

From Shadows to Chic

A once dark and outdated basement has been reimagined into a bright, multi-functional living space perfect for entertaining.

OUR SERVICES

Whole Home Renovation Experts

For 30 years we’ve helped families in Central Virginia live better in the home they love through whole-home renovations, additions and new construction.

“We would absolutely recommend James River Construction for any of your renovation needs. JRC recently completed a 7 month renovation of our home, and we are extremely pleased with the results and our overall experience. Through careful and thoughtful planning, they turned what could have potentially been a nightmare – living in a home under renovation with two small children – into a manageable process. Ken, Adam, Steve and the rest of the team were professional, trustworthy and responsive every step of the way. Thank you JRC, for our beautiful renovation!”

— Stephanie M., Richmond VA

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Custom Home Additions in Richmond, VA: A Homeowner’s Guide

When your home no longer provides the space your family needs, moving isn't always the best solution. Custom home additions allow Richmond-area homeowners to expand their living space while remaining in the neighborhood they value most. From primary suite additions and expanded kitchens to second-story additions and light-filled living pavilions, a thoughtfully designed addition can increase functionality, improve your home's connection to the outdoors, and complement its existing architecture.
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The Architecture of Balance: A Guide to Whole Home Renovation

There is a distinct phase in the lifespan of a house when incremental updates no longer suffice. In the established avenues of Henrico or among the wooded, mature lots of Midlothian, a classic residence often possesses exceptional structural bones and deep sentiment, yet its overall layout feels fragmented; a collection of isolated, enclosed rooms constructed for a bygone era of domestic life. When the internal flow of a house works against the daily rhythms of the family within it, the solution is not simply to paint a wall, refinish a floor, or update a single surface.
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Stylish modern bathroom featuring a freestanding tub and wooden table with bath accessories.

The Geometry of Stillness: The Private Spa Sanctuary

There is a subtle distinction between a room designed for utility and a space constructed for restoration. In the historic avenues of Henrico or among the secluded lots of Midlothian, the primary bathroom was historically designed around efficiency; a sequence of cold surfaces and quick routines. Yet, when we step across the threshold of a modern private suite, the expectation shifts dramatically. We seek an environment that slows the pulse, a personal sanctuary where water, steam, and stone converge to offer a quiet reprieve from the momentum of the day.
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