About
Meet Curtis
Curtis Showvaker is the founder and principal designer of Showvaker Residential Design. He brings nearly five decades of experience in residential construction and design, helping homeowners create timeless homes with a clear, well-guided process.
His work is grounded in hands-on building experience that began in his teenage years in his father’s plastering company. Since then, Curtis has worked across virtually every phase of a home’s construction, giving clients the confidence that their design is not only beautiful, but buildable.
If you value thoughtful planning, detailed documentation, and a calm design experience, you’re in the right place.
Experience Highlights
Curtis’ background includes both field work and design leadership, including:
- Remodeling contractor
- Finish carpenter
- Kitchen designer
- Cabinetmaker
- Architectural, Structural, and Civil design
- Mechanical design and industrial plant layout
Credentials
- Certified Professional Building Designer (CPBD)
- LEED Green Associate
- Certified Residential BIM Manager
Memberships
- American Institute of Building Design
- Green Home Institute
- Home Builders Association of Greenville
- National Association of Home Builders
From Plastering to Precision: A Lifetime of Design Passion
In November 2020, Curtis established Showvaker Residential Design to help homeowners turn big ideas into homes that are thoughtfully planned, clearly documented, and enjoyable to live in.
With nearly 50 years in the building industry, Curtis brings a rare combination of craftsmanship, construction knowledge, and professional design expertise. That means your project benefits from a designer who understands how homes are actually built, not just how they look on paper.
This construction-informed approach helps protect your budget and your vision. It reduces guesswork, supports accurate builder pricing, and helps prevent costly surprises during construction.
Design That Supports the Way You Live
Great homes are shaped by more than style. They’re shaped by comfort, flow, and long-term livability. Curtis works closely with each homeowner to understand what matters most, then translates those priorities into a cohesive design you can feel confident building.
When appropriate, projects may include:
- Passive solar design principles to support comfort and natural light
- Sustainability-minded strategies that reduce energy demand
- Aging-in-place planning that supports long-term living without sacrificing design
Our goal is simple: to help you create a home that feels personal, timeless, and effortless to live in.
What People Say About Showvaker Residential Design
It is always a pleasure working with Curtis. I have done two projects with him, and he has provided exceptional service. Designs are completed on schedule and within budget. The input that Curtis provided on the design and layout for my projects was valuable and insightful. I will definitely use Curtis for all my future design work
- P.H. -
I worked with Curtis on the designing of a new home, and I felt that he was a fantastic person to hire. I had hired a couple of people prior to him who were unable to do things I wanted done on the design and he was able to do it with his skill and knowledge. I highly recommend him.
- D.H. -
Curtis did an incredible job with our kitchen design. In fact, we liked his work so much, we asked him to do our entire remodeled and expanded home. It was really helpful to see it in amazing 3D. Curtis is prompt, thoughtful, and a pleasure to work with.
- R.B. -