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From Dreams to Reality: The Art of Luxury Mountain Homes with Tyson Slater of New West Building Company

Episode Summary

Ted speaks with Tyson Slater of New West Building Company about constructing luxury homes in Jackson Hole. They cover environmental challenges, client communication, company evolution, technology's impact, and setting expectations for a smooth building process. Tyson stresses trust and collaboration for high-end mountain construction.

Episode Notes

Ted speaks with Tyson Slater of New West Building Company. They discuss the intricacies of building luxury homes in Jackson Hole, the challenges posed by the local environment, and the importance of clear communication with clients. He shares insights on the evolution of his company, the impact of technology on construction, and the significance of setting expectations to ensure a smooth building process. Tyson emphasizes the need for trust and collaboration between builders and clients, highlighting the unique demands of high-end construction in mountain towns.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

01:05 Introduction and Background
02:30 Life in Jackson and the Appeal of the Mountains
06:15 New West Builders: Projects and Challenges
08:45 Weather Challenges in Construction
10:45 Client Expectations and Project Management
13:40 Unique Client Requests and Building Innovations
16:35 The Evolution of New West Builders
20:50 Expanding into New Markets
23:15 Maintaining Quality and Client Relationships
26:25 Understanding Client Expectations
29:40 The Importance of Planning in Construction
31:15 Building Relationships with Trade Partners
35:55 Evolving Client Demands in Construction
37:55 Leveraging Technology in Construction
41:45 Client Experience on Site
46:15 Setting Expectations for a Smooth Process

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KEY QUOTES FROM EPISODE

"We are not everyone's builder."
"The design is intentional."
“Most of it will scare you.”