Modern Home Builders Magazine

09/01/2026

How does a 125-year-old family business stay relevant without losing what made it successful in the first place?

Charlie Brennan, Chief Operating Officer at McKelvey Homes, discusses the principles behind the company’s longevity, from putting quality ahead of volume to making financially disciplined decisions about new communities.

🗨️"We’re really looking at building homes that are going to stand the test of time."

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08/28/2026

Welcome to the latest digital issue of Modern Home Builders 🤩

This month, we explore the ideas shaping the future of homebuilding, from sustainable roofing and purposeful design to technology transforming inspection and permit management. As competition grows, efficiency, sustainability, and a deeper understanding of how homes work remain key differentiators.

▶️ In this issue:
Discover how homebuilders are embracing smarter technology, thoughtful design, sustainable solutions, and strong company cultures to stay competitive and deliver exceptional homes.

▶️ Features:
Marnie Oursler, Founder and CEO of Marnie Custom Homes, discusses managing growth and expanding her team while preserving the collaborative culture and shared values behind the business.
Ian Cohen, CEO of Inspected, explores how virtual inspection services can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and keep projects moving without compromising quality or compliance.
Sydney Katz, Founder of SDK Architecture, shares her perspective on purposeful design and why luxury homes should go beyond aesthetics to function seamlessly, reflect the people who live in them, and remain relevant for decades to come.

▶️ Insights:
Hear from Graeme Daley, Founder and Owner of Daley Design + Build, on integrating the creative process with construction, and Charlie Brennan, COO of McKelvey Homes, on the principles underpinning the success of one of the St. Louis region’s most established homebuilders.

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08/26/2026

Luxury homebuilding is about more than impressive design. For Pacwest Builders, the details behind the walls matter just as much.

Spencer Williams, Architect and Owner, and Tye Farnsworth, General Manager and Owner, discuss Pacwest Builders’ latest projects, its approach to energy-efficient design, and why honesty and long-term client relationships remain central to the business.

🗨️"We have to sell our clients on our vision and our ability to design new, cutting-edge homes, not just repeat what we’ve already designed."

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Pacwest Builders creates luxury custom homes in Bend, Oregon, blending innovative design, expert craftsmanship, & seamless project management

08/25/2026

Great design is only as good as its ex*****on. Grove Homes has built its approach around bringing an architect’s vision to life rather than rewriting it along the way.

Jaeson Roundy, President of Grove Homes, explores the thinking behind the builder’s highly collaborative approach, from faithfully executing architects’ ideas to embracing new technologies that improve how homes perform.

🗨️"One of the most exciting aspects of custom home building is combining modern technology with traditional craftsmanship"

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08/20/2026

From wellness rooms and cold plunges to dual home offices, changing lifestyles are reshaping what buyers expect from a luxury home.

Allie Bowser, Vice President of Design, and Cody Reed, who leads the in-house sales division, explain how one integrated team takes clients from the first sketch to a finished home while keeping every project unique.

🗨️"Our goal is to create neighborhoods and homes that feel intentional rather than cookie-cutter."

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08/19/2026

What does it take to build 160 custom homes and keep evolving after nearly 20 years? For Marnie Custom Homes, it starts with design, planning, and knowing exactly how clients want to live.

🗨️"We are seeing increasing demand for wellness features, including pools, spas, saunas, and cold plunges, which we now incorporate more frequently."

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xKL_70

08/12/2026

McCloskey Builders didn’t start as a luxury homebuilder. Nearly 40 years of hard work, family commitment, and grit changed that.

Sam McCloskey II, Project Manager (Business Development), shares how McCloskey Builders grew from a small family crew into a luxury builder, and why relationships, craftsmanship, and ambition remain central to its future.

🗨️ "I’d like people to view us as the custom builder in our area, not just custom homebuilder."

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xzXR50

07/15/2026

What does it take for a family business to thrive for 50 years? For Thorsen Construction, the answer starts with culture, craftsmanship, and never settling for "good enough."

John Thorsen, Executive Vice President, and James Thorsen, Vice President of Construction, discuss how Thorsen Construction has spent five decades building a culture of excellence while preparing for its next phase of growth.

🗨️"We've grown from a local Alexandria builder to a mid-Atlantic, regional custom builder working across DC, Maryland and Virginia."

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07/14/2026

What if your company carried your parents' name? For Rose Bradley Homes, that means accountability comes first.

Dave Nielsen, Co-founder of Rose Bradley Homes, shares how the family-owned builder is combining thoughtful design, attainable luxury, and strong values to reshape production housing in Southern Utah.

🗨️"Our ambition at Rose Bradley is to create a business that we run, rather than one that runs us."

https://ow.ly/OnGU50ZmQ1N

07/08/2026

Ten years on, Talon Home Builders is proving that boutique can outperform big.

Jennie Shumway, Owner and Vice President of Talon Home Builders, explains how family values, collaboration and quality have shaped the company's success over the past decade.

🗨️"Our building process begins with a client meeting, where we explain what we do and how we do it."

🔗https://modernhb.com/news/talon-home-builders-blends-family-values-with-a-highly-personalized-approach-to-building-boutique-homes/