Modern Homes Builders Issue 130 | Page 70

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informed about available innovations . We can incorporate those cutting-edge products and methods into our work ,” he explains .
Kody states that Matthew usually sends him to builder shows . “ We have the chance to interact with numerous vendors . These events attract people showcasing their latest products , allowing us to engage in conversations about upcoming market trends and what ’ s in the pipeline . We inquire about their newest developments , positioning us on the leading edge of industry advancements , which is a valuable advantage for us .”
Its advantageous connections enable Mabery to undertake sizeable projects , one of which Kody and Matthew discuss in greater detail . “ We ’ re currently undertaking our most distinctive project , which is set to become the largest house in the area once complete . It incorporates geothermal radiant heating , an innovation seldom seen in Central Texas and virtually unheard of in our region . It ’ s a challenging endeavor , but also an incredibly rewarding one as it has opened doors for us to expand our skills and collaborate with new contractors ,” affirms Kody .
“ This project has expanded our vision , knowledge , and experience . It introduced us to geothermal processes and radiant tubing , which we hadn ’ t worked with before . The house is enormous , at 23,500 square feet of covered space , nearly three times the size of our typical homes . Furthermore , collaborating with clients with substantial resources allows us to execute innovative and extravagant features , which is always exciting . Our client for that project previously built a similar home in Aspen , Colorado , which took ten years to complete . We ’ ve committed to complete it in less than two , and I ’ m confident that we ’ ll achieve that . It ’ s very rewarding to be able to exceed people ’ s expectations , especially when they have had poor experiences with their projects in the past . So , when we work with such clients ,
they appreciate our efficiency and teamwork . Our current client is pleasantly surprised by our efficiency . We foster strong connections with his team members , encouraging open dialog to achieve our shared objectives . Our approach is all about integration and cohesive teamwork ,” Matthew highlights .
Future vision
He then goes on to describe his vision for the long-term future of the company . “ Over the past three years , my focus hasn ’ t been on growth , but on increased efficiency and I think we have succeeded in this area , which , in turn , has driven profitability through better time management . Thus , our goal is to continually enhance our processes , keeping up with technology and implementing cutting-edge systems . We also constantly look for new team members
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