Modern Home Builders Issue 154 July 2026 | Page 196

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As one of the leading custom home builders in Southwest Florida, Divco Custom Homes( Divco) offers thoughtfully designed luxury homes in Naples, Marco Island, Bonita Springs, Estero, and Fort Myers. Combining design and build principles, Divco’ s team ranges from architects and interior designers to master craftsmen, offering a streamlined and cohesive process.

Having spoken with Dave Chernin, CDO and Executive Director of Business Development, just over one year ago, we catch up with him again to hear about the company’ s latest projects and developments.“ Over the past year, we’ ve continued to evolve in a very exciting way,” he begins.“ While we remain grounded in the reputation, craftsmanship, and client relationships that have defined us for more than 40 years, we move with the market, embracing new architectural ideas and technologies to better serve our clients.
“ The balance between experience and innovation, along with our commitment to transparency and relationship-driven approach to business, is what makes Divco unique, as very few companies have the platform we’ ve built over 40 years. We offer the confidence that comes from decades of successful projects while continuing to push forward with a clear architectural vision for the future of luxury residential living in Naples, Marco Island, and Southwest Florida. We’ re not afraid to make changes, and we pride ourselves on building a legacy for the homeowner as much as for the company and everyone else involved.
“ We’ ve also made further investments in strengthening the architectural side of the business,” Dave continues.“ One of our primary focuses has been creating a more
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