Beyond Bricks and Mortar: Tony Calvis's Recipe for Building High-End Homes and a Thriving Business

The Construction Hall of Fame

In this episode, Tony Calvis, the president of Calvis Wyant Luxury Homes, shares his career journey, starting as a construction worker and eventually becoming a successful custom home builder. He emphasizes the importance of learning from experience and the transition from being in the field to running his own business. He also discusses the factors that contributed to the growth and success of his company, including building a strong team and establishing a reputation. He shares his leadership philosophy, focusing on treating employees as equals and creating a culture of accountability.
Tony highlights the significance of planning in building high-level homes and the evolution of design-build in the industry. In this conversation, Tony Calvis discusses the transition to an in-house design team and the benefits of working with other architectural firms. He also shares considerations for building high-end homes and the importance of collaboration between architects and designers.
Tony highlights the significance of a maintenance business and the role of the maintenance department. He emphasizes the benefits of a maintenance program and shares his lessons learned in the construction industry. Finally, Tony discusses future initiatives and projects at Kalvis Homes.
Takeaways:
• Learning from experience is a valuable way to develop skills and knowledge.
• Building a strong team and establishing a good reputation are key factors in the growth and success of a business.
• Treating employees as equals and creating a culture of accountability are important aspects of effective leadership.
• Planning is crucial in building high-level homes and ensuring coordination among various consultants and contractors. Collaboration between architects and designers is crucial for creating unique, beautiful, and functional homes.
• Having an in-house design team allows for better coordination and support for architectural and design projects.
• A maintenance program is essential for ensuring the longevity and functionality of high-end homes.
• Apologizing quickly and taking responsibility for mistakes builds trust and strengthens relationships with clients.
• Treating people well and empowering them leads to successful teams and businesses in the construction industry.
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