Specialties
Tab Winborne Corporation is a premier custom home builder specializing exclusively in the 4x4 communities of Carova Beach and Swan Beach in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. With decades of experience in this unique off-road environment, we provide full-service custom home building, design collaboration, and project management, creating elevated coastal homes that balance durability, style, and functionality. We are proud members of the Southern Living Custom Home Builder Program, reflecting our commitment to quality craftsmanship and trusted building practices. Our services also include pool and spa installation, exterior amenities, and long-term maintenance solutions, delivering homes that enhance both lifestyle and long-term value.
History
Established in 2004.
Tab Winborne Corporation was founded in 2004 with a simple mission: to build high-quality coastal homes that stand the test of time. What began as a small, hands-on operation rooted in local craftsmanship quickly grew into a trusted custom home builder serving the Outer Banks, with a special focus on the unique challenges of Carova and Swan Beach. Built on a foundation of integrity, attention to detail, and strong client relationships, the company has earned a reputation for thoughtful design, durable construction, and a deep respect for the coastal environment. Today, Tab Winborne Corporation continues to blend proven building practices with modern innovation, delivering custom homes that reflect both the lifestyle and vision of each homeowner.
Meet the Business Owner: Tab W.
Tab Winborne’s love for building started in his youth, helping his family construct their own dream home by hand in Carova Beach, a formative experience that sparked his passion for architecture and construction and led him to work alongside local builders throughout his teens. After earning degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Old Dominion University and contributing to major projects like the Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel expansion, Tab returned to his coastal roots and founded Tab Winborne Corporation in 2004. Since then, he has completed over 200 projects across the OBX 4x4 area, earning a reputation for craftsmanship, integrity, and deep community involvement while building homes that honor both the land and the lifestyle of the Outer Banks.