In this episode of Modern Home Mastermind with beSpoke Brokers, Shawna Glazier and Brittainy Williamson sit down with Jason Smith, founder of Identity Construction, a premier Arizona builder known for creating architect-driven modern homes. With a degree in architecture and decades of hands-on experience, Jason shares how his design foundation elevates every project, how true collaboration happens between architects and builders, and why controlling details—from steel fabrication to custom millwork—creates unmatched results.

Jason walks us through standout projects, including modern homes designed with The Ranch Mine, DeBartolo, and Studio Ma, plus innovative custom builds featuring cast-in-place concrete, bucket windows, Luna wood ceilings, architectural steel, and glamping structures in Sedona. He also shares behind-the-scenes insights on materials, teamwork, craftsmanship, and what it really takes to bring visionary architecture to life.If you're passionate about architecture, modern design, building science, or high-end custom homes, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

⏱️ Estimated Chapter Timings:

00:00 – Welcome & Episode Intro: Jason Smith, Identity Construction

01:04 – Architecture background & building approach

02:22 – Collaborating with top architects

03:28 – Assembling your team early for success

04:55 – In-house fabrication: steel, wood, glazing & custom elements

07:00 – Controlling architectural details & working with steel

09:15 – Preferred materials & woodcraft background

10:00 – Project deep dive: Mission Project + 10x10 steel pivot door

12:10 – Cast-in-place concrete & bucket window detailing

13:20 – Jason’s personal home: long-lot design & Luna wood

15:20 – Material aging, patina & designing for change

16:30 – 8x8 project with The Ranch Mine

18:40 – Sedona glamping tents & remote construction

20:40 – Stone Canyon homes & architect selection

22:35 – New Sedona/Stone Canyon projects & organic architecture

24:20 – Mountaintop build challenges & neighborhood reactions

25:30 – Work-life balance, triathlons & lifestyle

27:10 – Choosing building over architecture

30:00 – Rapid Fire: favorite architects, restaurants & races

33:25 – Project celebrations & best advice received

34:30 – Where to find Identity Construction & Closing

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🌐 Website: https://www.identityconstruction.net/

📸 Instagram: @identityconstruction

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