Meet the TEAM

Dave Contorno

David Contorno - Founder and President

Dave is a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in the custom home building industry. His commitment to quality, client satisfaction, and innovative design has shaped Accent’s brand and standards. Though his leadership, Accent continues to navigate evolving design trends and technologies to build superior homes that exceed expectations.

Douglas Contorno

Douglas Contorno - Project Manager

Doug is following in his father’s footsteps with a deep-seated passion for custom home building. Upholding the family’s commitment to exceptional quality and client satisfaction, Doug brings a fresh perspective to time-honored building traditions. His respectful nod to the past and clear vision for the future propels Accent forward, ensuring we continue to craft homes that are testaments to enduring craftsmanship and modern innovation.

Nate DuBios

Nate DuBois - Project Manager

Bringing up a unique perspective to our team, Nate transitioned from background in Heavy and Highway construction to the residential housing sector. His experience enriches our approach to custom home building. Nate’s adaptability and knowledge base, strengthen Accent’s commitment to delivering high-quality homes.

Barbara Contorno

Barbara Contorno - Office Administrator

Bringing a unique perspective to our Team, Barbara provides her many years’ experience in education to the residential housing sector. Her experience enriches our approach to supporting our clients home building efforts. Once again providing to Accent’s commitment to delivering high quality homes with a personal touch to our client’s satisfaction.

Brian Cumaine

Brian Cumaine - Field Superintendent

From Brian’s early entry into the home building industry, Brian had begun his career as a hands-on trade carpenter. He has over 40 years in the industry, performing carpentry services for both residential and commercial development throughout Chicagoland. In his most recent years, he has performed the task as a Field-Superintendent. This allowed him to use his proven talent to manage field operations. Brian now uses this skillset to communicate and review field operations with various trade contractors, suppliers and building officials.