Modern Home Builders Issue 151 April 2026 | Page 146

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caliber has shaped my approach to this work,” he continues.
Trapper’ s immersion in the world of home building from a young age has also influenced the way he views the relationship between architects and builders. Architects and contractors can clash, as the architect often wants a specific look and the builder may push back on how to execute it. But because he grew up working on exceptional homes, Trapper understands the emotion behind trying to bring a client’ s vision to life. That means he pushes hard for the design and sees himself as an advocate for architects, even though it sometimes makes things more challenging for his team. Roderick aims to be a genuine partner to architects and helps them realize their client’ s vision without compromise.
“ A big focus for us right now is getting our name in front of more designers and architects so that we are at least in the
conversation. When architects are faced with a challenging build or design, I believe Roderick is one of the strongest partners they could have, whether that is here in Utah or through our California office, which is brilliantly run by my father,” he emphasizes.
Positive relationships with architects naturally lead to a better home building experience for everyone involved, especially customers. Trapper sheds light on how Roderick’ s approach to construction results in a great experience for clients and enhances the company’ s reputation.“ It all starts with a strong preconstruction process, where we conduct a couple of interviews with clients to guide them toward the right architect or designer for their needs. Getting off on the right foot, and then

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