For more than 12 years, owners Ben Gelston and Tony Mullersman have helped shape St. Petersburg’s neighborhoods through over 300 homes defined by timeless architecture, quality craftsmanship, and a lasting connection to the city.
We offer the personalized attention of a boutique builder, backed by a 25-person in-house team overseeing every aspect of the process, from land acquisition and estimating to construction, client care, and warranty service.
Every Canopy home is designed in advance by our team, with the architecture, floor plan, and interior details considered together from the beginning. Our in-house Design Team develops each home as a complete vision, layering in finishes like custom cabinetry, tile, decorating lighting, and hardware in a way that feels cohesive, elevated, and true to the home itself.
Designed with the surrounding neighborhood in mind, our homes draw from architectural styles and proportions that feel natural in St. Petersburg. The result is homes that feel timeless and naturally suited to the neighborhoods around them.
Every Canopy home is designed in-house by our team, led by Lauren Gelston, with curated finishes and selections chosen to feel cohesive throughout. The interiors are carefully considered from the beginning, balancing quality materials, thoughtful detailing, and custom elements to create homes that feel elevated, comfortable, and complete from day one. Because the design work is handled before you move in, the process feels simpler from the start. No overwhelming showroom appointments or endless decisions, just a home that already feels complete.
Every Canopy home begins with a clear design vision grounded in the way people actually live. Timeless finishes, thoughtful details, and a sense of warmth define our approach, creating homes that feel elevated without feeling formal.
Led by Lauren Gelston, our interior design process is shaped by proportion, materiality, and an understanding of how a home should function day to day. Each space is designed to feel layered, comfortable, and connected to the character of St. Petersburg’s neighborhoods.
Our in-house Design Team brings each home together through curated finishes and custom details, from cabinetry and tile to lighting, hardware, and millwork. The result is a cohesive interior that feels considered from the start and naturally connected to the architecture of the home.
Canopy Builders was founded with a simple goal: to build homes that feel connected to St. Petersburg and the neighborhoods people already love.
As a local builder, our work is rooted here. We design and build homes that feel rooted in St. Petersburg, shaped by the character, scale, and architectural language of the neighborhoods around them.
We focus on established neighborhoods with history, mature trees, and a strong sense of place. The result is new construction that feels more personal, more lasting, and more connected to the way people live in St. Petersburg.
Start by exploring our available homes and scheduling a tour for the ones that stand out to you.
From your first walkthrough to closing day, our team will guide you through every step of the process, answering questions, coordinating details, and keeping communication clear along the way. If you’re working with a realtor, we’re happy to work closely with them throughout the process.
The goal is a straightforward, well-supported experience that keeps the focus on finding the right home.
