A transparent, principal-led approach to custom homes and large-scale remodeling in Maryland and Washington, DC
Our process is designed to anticipate challenges, align decisions early, and maintain consistent oversight. Combining hands-on leadership with creative problem-solving and disciplined execution, each project is managed with a level of control that helps prevent costly mistakes and keep construction on track. That level of control is often what's missing from traditional building models.
Every project begins with direct involvement from Adam Goozh and Mel Silicki, setting the tone for how the entire process is managed. Adam leads early planning, feasibility, and budgeting, while Mel oversees execution, scheduling, and on-site coordination. From the first conversation through construction, homeowners work directly with the same experienced leadership, ensuring continuity, accountability, and guided direction at every stage.
Whether starting with a property, an existing home, or a completed set of plans, Chesapeake works with homeowners to evaluate options, refine scope, and align design with realistic construction costs. When engaged during planning, our team collaborates closely with architects and designers, from early concepts through construction drawings, providing input on constructability, materials, and budget. This involvement helps guide decisions, reduce rework, and establish a well-defined path into construction.
Chesapeake approaches budgeting with full transparency, giving homeowners visibility into how costs are developed, tracked, and managed throughout the project. Detailed scope definition and ongoing cost alignment allow for informed decisions at every stage, rather than reacting to unexpected changes later. Depending on the level of design development, projects may follow a cost-plus or fixed-price structure. Each approach is explained up front, with guidance on how it affects flexibility, decision-making, and overall cost certainty, ensuring the financial framework supports the project from the start.
Chesapeake’s process is built on anticipating and addressing challenges before they affect cost, schedule, or design, rather than reacting to them after the fact. Drawing on decades of field experience, the team identifies potential issues early—whether related to site conditions, structural complexity, or cost-sensitive selections such as cabinetry, lighting, and finishes. By addressing these variables during planning and budgeting, homeowners can make informed decisions earlier, resulting in a more predictable construction process.
Construction is inherently complex, and the way it is managed makes a measurable difference. Chesapeake brings a steady, disciplined approach to the build phase, with consistent communication, clear expectations, and organized project oversight. Led directly by its principals, Adam Goozh and Mel Silicki, Chesapeake’s composed, solutions-oriented approach and creativity are often noted by clients. The team maintains focus and control throughout the process, keeping projects moving forward and decisions on track.
Chesapeake approaches each project as the beginning of a long-term relationship. The team remains engaged through final walkthroughs, warranty review, and post-construction follow-up, ensuring any outstanding items are addressed promptly. Because the same team leads the project from start to finish, homeowners continue to have direct access to the people responsible for their home, resulting in a more responsive, personal level of support that extends well beyond completion.
It is our goal and expectation that once a project is complete we will have developed a relationship of mutual respect and appreciation with our clients, Work with us today!