S.J. Janis has provided unparalleled design, build, and remodeling services in the Greater Milwaukee area since 1951. Over the last 70 years, our award-winning team has built a reputation for delivering superior service, quality products, and top-notch results.
As award-winning design-build home remodelers, we offer everything you need to transform your home all in one place. With over seven decades of experience serving the Greater Milwaukee area, our team works to preserve your existing home's architectural and historical integrity while creating a luxury living space that better fits your evolving lifestyle.




Browse our award-winning projects and portfolio for inspiration before you contact our team for an in-house consultation.
Our personalized consultation process ensures we understand exactly what you are looking for and, more importantly, why. We discuss your vision, lifestyle, and budget and how we can redesign your home to exceed your expectations.
From construction plans, architectural renderings, 3D models, and interior design expertise, our team executes every detail to perfection. We incorporate creative solutions to make your dream home complete.
Your project manager will meet you on-site for weekly meetings while our expert build team works to transform your space.

The relationships we create with our clients are the most rewarding part of our work. To better gauge their thoughts and needs, we regularly ask for specific feedback. Have a look at what they have to say about our work:
We’re proud to serve Wisconsin residents of the Greater Milwaukee area, including Elm Grove, Brookfield, Wauwatosa, Lake Country, and more.
General contractors can be useful as coordinators for projects involving minimal design. On the other hand, Design/Build firms elevate this concept by seamlessly merging design and construction services under one roof, eliminating the need to hire multiple contractors or juggle various sub-services. This holistic approach not only assures superior quality outcomes but also crafts a more streamlined and cohesive construction experience for homeowners, transforming their vision into reality with unparalleled ease and efficiency.
Our team utilizes a thorough 11-step process to take your home from idea to completion. You can typically expect a 6+ month timeline, but each project varies. Your personal Project Manager will communicate with you throughout every step to ensure you are kept up to date with the project timeline.


