2025 Annual Awards
Masters
of the Shore
Ziman Development · Long Beach Island, NJ
High-End Custom Home Builder of the Year
Best of Long Beach Island
Custom Homes 2025
Each year, Certified Luxury Builder recognizes the firms that define excellence along the Atlantic seaboard. Our editorial panel evaluates craftsmanship, client satisfaction, design innovation, and community impact. For 2025, one builder stood apart on every metric.
A Study in Coastal Perfection
A Legacy of Landmark Homes
"We don't build houses. We build legacies — homes that stand as the finest expression of what coastal living can be."
The Ziman Difference
Every home is designed and built from scratch to match the client's vision. No templates. No shortcuts. Ziman's team handcrafts each detail from foundation to roofline.
Decades of building on Long Beach Island means deep knowledge of coastal codes, salt-air materials, and the engineering demands that oceanfront and bayfront sites require.
Ziman's green building program and One Tree Pledge reflect a commitment to preserving the natural beauty that makes LBI one of the most coveted addresses on the East Coast.
From open-concept interiors that frame the Atlantic to rooftop decks and resort-style pools, Ziman homes maximize every sight line and square foot with architectural precision.
Ziman's proprietary 5 Simple Steps system guides clients from the first Idea Session through final delivery — creating clarity, eliminating surprises, and building trust at every phase.
Houzz's top-rated builder on Long Beach Island for good reason. Clients consistently cite transparency, responsiveness, and Ziman's genuine investment in their dream as defining qualities.
Loveladies
Loveladies
North Beach
Barnegat Light
The Craftsman Behind Long Beach Island's Finest Homes
Michael Ziman built his first home on Long Beach Island over two decades ago, and the island has never been the same. What began as a commitment to delivering uncompromising quality has grown into one of the most decorated custom home building operations on the Jersey Shore.
Ziman Development operates from a simple belief: every client deserves a 5-Star experience from the first conversation to the day they walk through the front door. That philosophy is embedded into the company's signature process, guiding each project through design development, permitting, construction, and delivery with uncommon precision.
"There is no such thing as a good house built quickly and cheaply. We'd rather build fewer homes and build them right than compromise a single client's dream."
The portfolio speaks for itself. Across Loveladies, Harvey Cedars, Barnegat Light, Surf City, Beach Haven, and High Bar Harbor, Ziman Development's homes consistently rank among the most architecturally significant new construction on the island. Homes routinely exceed 4,000 square feet with 6 or more bedrooms, multiple full baths, custom kitchens, rooftop decks, resort pools, and panoramic ocean views.
Ziman is a member of NAHB and the Certified Luxury Builder Network, and holds a perfect 5.0 rating on Houzz — a testament to consistent client satisfaction on projects of extraordinary complexity and scale.
Awards & Accreditations
| Award / Recognition | Organization | Year | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best High-End Custom Home Builder | Certified Luxury Builder Magazine | 2025 | Long Beach Island |
| Best of Houzz | Houzz | Multiple Years | Design & Service |
| Certified Luxury Builder | CLB Network | Active Member | Luxury Residential |
| NAHB Member | National Association of Home Builders | Active Member | Custom Residential |
| 5.0 Star Rating | Houzz Client Reviews | 2025 | Client Satisfaction |
