About Elevated Design Build

Elevated Design Build is where exceptional craftsmanship meets sustainable innovation. As a full-service design and construction company, we specialize in creating custom homes, high-performance building envelopes, and timber frame structures that are as beautiful as they are eco-friendly. With over 100 years of combined experience and more than 500 projects completed across 14 US states and 4 countries, our expertise is as expansive as our passion for quality and sustainability.

We proudly serve:

  • Homeowners and owner-builders who value high-quality, energy-efficient construction using sustainable building methods and natural, non-toxic materials.
  • Architects, engineers, builders, and construction professionals seeking a skilled partner to bring to life projects with specialty scopes such as timber framing or high-performance construction.

At Elevated, our work goes beyond the structures we build. We are dedicated to honest and transparent communication, fostering a collaborative environment that ensures every project runs smoothly. Our commitment to education empowers our team, enhances craftsmanship, and creates opportunities for growth, because we believe building exceptional homes starts with building exceptional people.

Let us elevate your project, your vision, and the possibilities of what we can create together.

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Our Mission

To cultivate a more sustainable built-environment by creating inspired, exceptionally crafted spaces for our clients using natural, non-toxic materials.

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Our Vision

Building a company of passionate, empowered people to grow our influence in pursuit of our mission.

People – Doing what’s right by our clients, colleagues, and community.

Craft – Each project we undertake involves unique handiwork, imparting the soul of the craftsperson into every building.

Planet – We encourage the use of ecologically conscious design and building practices and promote the widespread adoption of these practices through advocacy and education.

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Our Construction Philosophy

We believe in:

  • Holding ourselves accountable and doing what’s right.
  • Honest and open communication.
  • A commitment to our craft.
  • Making the next person’s job easier.
  • Continuous improvement.

 

If you value energy-efficient, sustainable construction, quality craftsmanship, and a trustworthy partnership, talk to us about your next project.

The Elevated Team

Dave Kaplan

Dave Kaplan

Founder, General Manager, Lead Designer, Hands-on Builder, Passive House Certified Tradesperson

Wes Baumgartner

Wes Baumgartner

Carpenter, Timber Frame Joiner

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Steve Meyer

Timber Frame Joiner

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Donna Millward

Office Administrator

Hailey Ruthven

Hailey Ruthven

Project Coordinator, Interior Designer

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Ethan Smith

Production Manager Passive House Certified Consultant Passive House Certified Tradesperson

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Andrew Carter

Apprentice Carpenter

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Karla Richer

Designer, Draftsperson

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Eric Rommel

Carpenter, Timber Frame Joiner
Passive House Certified Tradesperson

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Teddy Wolahan

Site Superintendent Passive House Certified Tradesperson

Community Partners

We believe in giving back to create strong communities and a healthier environment. We support the following organizations, and we hope you will, too!

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