Stephen Straz grew up with the understanding that strong craftsmanship comes from patience and doing things the right way. As a kid, he was often the one who stayed behind to finish what he started, and that steady mindset eventually shaped his entire career. Those early habits still guide how Stephen Straz approaches every project today. He leads Straz Builders LLC on the South Shore of Massachusetts, working from Marshfield and Pembroke. His company focuses on custom luxury homes, renovations, sustainable and energy-efficient communities, and real estate investments across the South Shore, Greater Boston, Cape Cod, and other parts of New England. Stephen holds a Massachusetts Unrestricted Construction Supervisor’s License, a Class A CDL with hazmat and passenger endorsements, along with hoisting and hydraulics licenses. Between 2018 and 2020, he oversaw about $12 million in real estate holdings, including roughly $4 million in active construction and around $2 million raised from outside investors. A standout achievement from this period was the renovation and sale of 130 Gray Street in Arlington, which sold for $1.3 million, closing $130,000 above the asking price. His design approach focuses on how people use space each day. He considers natural light, storage, and movement to create practical, comfortable layouts. One feature he often includes is a long horizontal window in the kitchen backsplash, a simple detail that brings in light and adds depth without relying on trends. Stephen stays involved from early zoning discussions through the final walk-through, keeping communication clear so clients know what to expect at every stage. His portfolio includes new construction, high-end renovations, and investment properties across Plymouth County, Norfolk County, Cape Cod, and the Lake Winnipesaukee region. His understanding of coastal zoning, regional requirements, and energy standards helps him manage challenges across different markets. He earns trust by explaining costs, milestones, and timelines in straightforward terms to homeowners and by offering investors detailed proposals with budgets, schedules, contingencies, and market-backed rationale. On job sites, he leads with consistency, respect, and an emphasis on safety and accountability. Outside of work, he spends time outdoors with his family and stays active through a wide range of recreational and competitive activities. For Stephen Straz, every project reflects a long-term commitment to practical design, honest communication, and dependable results.