When was Lorono Homes founded?

Joe Lorono founded Lorono Homes in 1985 in Rye, New York. His sons Joe Jr. and Frank later joined as partners, making it a fourth-generation building family.

Where does Lorono Homes build?

Primarily Rye, New York, with published work in Rye Brook, Harrison, Larchmont, and Mamaroneck. The 2019 site listed more than 50 addresses in the Lorono footprint.

What is a Lorono home known for?

Clients land on the same line Joe uses himself: it just works. Insulation between floors, transom placement, millwork that reads as one language with the door and window casing. Classic Westchester exteriors with considered, often transitional interiors.

Est. 1985

The Lorono family.

Fourth-generation builders in Rye, New York. Exceptional craftsmanship, ultimate customer care, incredible timeliness, and dedicated ongoing service. Building homes since 1985.

Joe Lorono with his sons Joe Jr. and Frank

The Lorono legacy

In 1985, Lorono Homes was born. Building runs in the family. As a young boy watching his craftsmen grandfathers designing cabinetry, Joe was drawn to the notion that home design was both pragmatic and creative. He constructed a team of experts in every field and incorporated a philosophy of continuous on-site supervision in order to achieve the highest quality in his homes.

When Joe's sons decided to join the family business, the fourth generation of Loronos carried on the legacy. Joe explains: 'My sons have played a strong part in helping our company change with the industry. They have added cutting-edge technology and more contemporary design to keep us ahead of the curve.'

It is impossible to drive through their hometown of Rye without seeing a Lorono-built home. Their success has been a combination of offering an exceptional product along with word-of-mouth referrals from past clients and neighbors. 'We often have worked with our clients on multiple projects. Repeat business is the best endorsement for us,' adds Frank. Their signature has enhanced the community aesthetically and has created a lifestyle for many Rye residents.

The Lorono name sets an expectation of exceptional quality. That is what Joe Lorono has expected of his sons. Now as partners in Lorono Homes, this is what they demand of themselves.

The basics

Four pillars.

Open and Transparent

Communication is the key to the Loronos' customer service when sitting with a client. Working closely with clients demystifies and simplifies the design/build process and provides an opportunity for the Loronos to understand their clients' goals.

Setting Realistic Expectations

The timeline of building a home is as important to the Loronos as it is to their clients. They strategically calculate their schedule for each step of the building process in order to achieve set deadlines. They would rather be conservative in the finish date than be late in delivering a home.

Creative and Innovative

Lorono Homes always strives to be at the cutting edge of creativity in design. Their team works with architects and designers who add form to function. Attention to avant-garde detail differentiates Lorono Homes and sets them apart.

Resounding Passion

Joe Lorono is as excited to start a project today as he was in 1985 when he built his first home. He has passed his perfectionism and work-ethic to his two sons, Joe and Frank, who have joined the ranks and learned craftsmanship, design, and a boots-on-the-ground style of managing a job site.

Introducing

The Lorono team.

Owner and President

Joe Lorono

A gifted professional with an impressive combination of architectural, design, and entrepreneurial skills, Joe brings decades of experience to his role as President of Lorono Homes. The inspiration to pursue a design/build company started at an early age through the encouragement of his father and grandfather, who were accomplished craftsmen. A native of Westchester, Joe used a hands-on approach to building and gained a strong foundation of business and design skills.

During a prolific and successful career, Joe has designed and led hundreds of projects, from kitchens and baths to ground-up custom building. He listens to client needs, troubleshoots challenges, and develops innovative solutions that are thoughtful and creative. Regardless of price-point or size of project, Joe combines expert advice with an eye for craftsmanship, an ability to visualize creative layout, and the management skills to lead a project from concept to completion.

Project Manager and Design Consultant

Joe Lorono Jr.

As a lifetime resident of Rye, Joe began in the industry as a youngster, curiously studying the custom homes that his father built. His dad's attention to detail and passion was the spark that began Joe's interest in construction. Upon joining the firm in 2012, Joe has become a student of design and architecture, adding a sleeker style to his father's perfected function.

A graduate of Tulane in Business, Joe is a vital member of the leadership team, continuously focusing on maintaining the company's impeccable customer service and outstanding reputation. The Rye Record (2020) notes that he brings financial acumen to the firm, and that the family operates on a hybrid of custom and spec: buyers want the value of a spec, and still want to put their stamp on it.

Project Manager and Technology Advisor

Frank Lorono

Frank specializes in the research and application of new technology and finishes for Lorono Homes. Building on the foundation set by his family, Frank works to streamline the function of the home with cutting-edge systems that add efficiency to the high quality of the projects.

Frank joined the family after graduating from the University of Tampa and has added research and development to Lorono Homes. He casts a wide net as he vets innovative lighting or progressive sound systems for their next projects, always thinking ahead and keeping their homes more than current. Frank looks at every new project as an opportunity to propel their homes to the next level.

In the press

As others saw the work.

LUXE Interiors + Design · May 29, 2021

Get Jazzed About This Colorful Rye Home With Character In Spades

Joe Lorono Jr.: 'Kati created a road map, and we got to build an even better product. The clients didn't want a traditional Rye house, and this isn't one.' Interior design by Kati Curtis. Photography by Eric Piasecki.

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The Rye Record · March 24, 2020

It's All in the Family

Joe Sr. built a home for his parents and is building homes for his sons. Joe Jr. brings financial acumen; Frank, sales and marketing. Spec and custom as a hybrid. Two-year warranty. 'We're here for our clients forever.' Interiors with Michelle Morgan Harrison.

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Testimonials

What our clients say.

“Mr. Joseph Lorono built our house on Pine Lane in Rye. He was knowledgeable and professional; the building process was virtually effortless, in spite of a somewhat tricky subdivision. It was immediately obvious to us that his lifetime of construction experience would be our great benefit. Every minor detail was his concern. He double insulated walls for sound and upgraded plumbing without huge up-charges. He was patient when I fussed over kitchen cabinets, causing delay.

Mimi J.

Rye, NY

“Lorono Construction completed my renovation meticulously and on time. The workmanship is exceptional and the attention to detail unsurpassed. I was extremely satisfied with their work and recommend them highly.

Amy K.

Rye, NY

“We could not be happier with Lorono Construction. They did a phenomenal job with our beautiful, custom (dream) home in Rye, New York. While the end result was spectacular, the process of working with Joe and his team could not have gone more smoothly and was the real highlight for us. We really appreciated their ability to blend their expert knowledge of home building with a knack for making complex decisions easy for the client to understand. To us, Lorono Construction means exceptional craftsmanship, ultimate customer care, incredible timeliness, and dedicated on-going service.

Mike and Cristina C.

Rye, NY