first start with a pretty high level of basic building specifications,” Bowe explains.“If you’re looking for a starter home builder grade, we might not be a good fit.” His clients typically seek meticulously designed homes with premium craftsmanship complemented by high-quality finishes. What truly differentiates Alair Homes Hunt Country is their exhaustive pre-construction process. “Every detail of the house is planned out, selections are made, everything is priced,” Bowe says. The company will not begin construction with a series of allowances or unresolved design elements. As Bowe colorfully puts it, “You wouldn’t finish design on a space shuttle while you were leaving orbit.” “Full disclosure and transparency are our main core values,” Bowe states. During pre-construction, clients gain access to every vendor quote through the company’s platform. Project managers review these details with homeowners, jointly selecting vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors based on cost, quality, and other essential factors. “With us, we sit on the same side of the table as the client, building and designing that project before we ever put a shovel in the ground,” Bowe notes. This philosophy extends to value engineering – maximizing what clients get for their investment. The collaborative approach requires significant involvement and commitment from homeowners, something Bowe not only accepts but actively encourages. This client-centered methodology represents a deliberate shift away from conventional builderclient dynamics. While many construction firms maintain a degree of separation between homeowners and the building process, Alair Homes Hunt Country invites clients into every aspect of development. This approach resonates particularly well with discerning homeowners who prioritize involvement and oversight. BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS AS A FOUNDATION OF SUCCESS Bowe’s relationship-building permeates every aspect of his business philosophy. Despite experience in commercial construction, he deliberately chose Photo Credit: Christy Kosnic Photography and Alair Homes Hunt Country Architect Credit: Cawood Architecture 33 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 03 ALAIR HOMES HUNT COUNTRY
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