Building Custom Homes and Estates in the Catskills and Along the East Coast for 40+ Years
Managing Projects from Concept to Completion
We closely work with each client to explore their vision, then create sketches, floor plans, and elevation drawings to take their concept to the next phase. Clients appreciate our design style, eye, and experience, along with the cost savings - through this discovery work, 99% of the plans are complete prior to securing an architect. Once final plans are in place, we handle every phase of construction and continue to collaborate with our clients throughout the process to ensure their vision is brought to life.
Old School Work Ethic
John Shay, founder of Shay Builders, is a Master Carpenter by trade with an old school work ethic. Trained in masonry and all aspects of carpentry, roofing, siding, stair building, interior finishes, flooring, and more, he has a deep understanding of the entire construction process from start to finish. He has hand-picked a team of the best tradesmen and craftsmen in the area, and oversees every aspect of the project, to ensure superior quality work.
To execute the job on time and on budget and eliminate surprise extras, we never low bid to cut costs or cut corners. Our goal is to build a superior home that surpasses standards and exceeds client expectations. If an issue ever arises, it is fixed, no question asked, no arguments.
Advanced Building Science
Over our decades in the industry, we have always proactively sought out the latest advances in building products so we could build the best end-product possible. This has naturally led us to incorporate advanced building science into our construction process, which in turn naturally leads to extremely durable, super energy-efficient homes. Read more about our advanced building science philosophy.
Technologies Unique to Our Company and Developed Over the Decades
Our technologies and building processes are unique to the company and developed over years of experience. They are simply better than the standard building practices used by competitors, and are the reason why our houses are built to last and withstand the elements. It's what you don't see that matters; quality work always speaks for itself.
Putting Our Vast Experience to Work for You
Featured Shay Builders Projects
Turkey Hill Lodge (Residential Estate) North Salem, NY
Snow Hill Farm (William Randolph Hearst Estate)
Federal Farmhouse Restoration
Stratton, Vermont Home
Sedgewood Club, Carmel, New York
Melbourne Beach, Florida Home
Featured Commercial Projects Worked on by John Shay Prior to Founding Shay Builders
Government
Foley Square Federal Courthouse, New York, NY ($160M)
Alexander Hamilton Custom House, New York, NY ($1.2M)
Sports & Entertainment
Major League Baseball Sky Boxes, New York, NY ($4.5M)
NY Mets Executive Offices, New York, NY ($3.5M)
Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City, NJ ($6.5M)
Carolina Panthers Stadium and Dome, Charlotte, NC ($2M)
Reebok Fitness Center, New York, NY ($17M)
Museums
Metropolitan Museum of Art Gallery, New York, NY ($1.8M)
Irving Gallery, New York, NY ($1M)
Aitken Gallery, New York, NY ($1M)
Corporate
Turner Construction Executive Offices, New York, NY ($4M)
Lehrer McGovern Bovis ($2M)
Westinghouse, New York, NY ($7M)
Goldman Sachs, New York, NY ($12M)
Princeton Club, New York, NY ($300K)
Sun Microsystems, New York, NY ($3.5M)
MBNA Corporate Offices, New York, NY ($14M)
Health & Pharmaceutical
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY ($2.7M)
SK-MRI Center, New York, NY ($800K)
Ronald McDonald House, New York, NY ($900K)
Princeton Medical Center, New York, NY ($2.7M)
Lobbies & Upscale Residences
Austrian Consulate Lobby, New York, NY ($1.4M)
380 Madison Avenue Lobby, New York, NY ($500K)
Le Grande Palais Lobby, New York, NY ($2.3M)
Industrial Projects
Hotel Macklowe, New York, NY ($300K)
Ritz Carlton Hotels, New York, NY ($6M)
Restoration / Conservation
Trinity Church, New York, NY ($800K)
Hudson Theatre, New York, NY ($600K)