Why Choose Building Dreams Construction for Your Next Dream Project
Building Dreams Construction LLC has been wowing customers in the Greater Kalamazoo Area since 2015 under the supervision of our leader and owner, Troy Freed. Troy has been in the trades since he was a teen and has been a star contractor for the past 30 years. Together with three of his kids, Miles Freed, John Keverne, and Nicole Keverne, this family business continues to grow and produce quality builds. At our company we believe in making customer's dreams come true, whether that's building from the ground up or renovating an existing home.
Our slogan is: YOU DREAM IT, WE BUILD IT!
Troy Freed
General Contractor Troy Freed has over 40+ years in the home building industry! In 1979, Troy started working for his uncle in the construction business where he learned to build wood basements, foundations, apartments, and commercial buildings. He later started working with Wickes Pole Buildings learning how to construct both residential and commercial pole buildings. At the age of 20, Troy became the crew leader at Lott's Construction managing multiple home construction sites while also learning to build in-ground swimming pools. Then in 1990, Troy branched out on his own and started Troy's Construction Co. building small projects while eventually moving to full panelized custom homes and site condos. Troy was building 10-20 homes/year, apartments, hotels and land developments; he had successfully owned and managed his own crew of framers, roofers, siding, etc. but in in 2001, he decided to leave the construction company to pursue other opportunities. In 2001, Troy was hired by Mission Lumber in external sales. He became extremely successful in sales and found a renewed passion for working with people. He successfully pursued other opportunities in sales but then met the love of his life, Kelley, and wanted to build her a dream home.
In the fall of 2011, Troy and Kelley bought a project house on Wall Lake in Delton, MI and another lot next door. Together they built a wood foundation, moved an A-frame house to the new foundation, and built a new custom home with an in-ground swimming pool. Troy became excited about building and remodeling again and decided to reinstate his builders license. His new company: Building Dreams Construction, is about putting together the best team of professional sub-contractors to build your dream project. Troy is driven to be best general contractor/builder around and with the lessons he's learned in sales, he will ensure you 100% customer satisfaction working as your general contractor/builder. He will deliver your dream project on-time and with exceptionally great quality. He will oversee your project to ensure the best quality workmanship using the highest quality materials to ensure that your dream project is a fun and rewarding experience! So let Troy lead you through your dream project while you sit back and enjoy the trip!
Troy is the past president of the Home Builders Association of Western Michigan and past President & past Vice President of South Central Builders Association. His passion for the building industry has led to programs focusing on increased diversity in the building trades, affordable housing programs and advocating for workforce development in construction as a positive career pathway.
Our slogan is: YOU DREAM IT, WE BUILD IT!
Troy Freed
General Contractor Troy Freed has over 40+ years in the home building industry! In 1979, Troy started working for his uncle in the construction business where he learned to build wood basements, foundations, apartments, and commercial buildings. He later started working with Wickes Pole Buildings learning how to construct both residential and commercial pole buildings. At the age of 20, Troy became the crew leader at Lott's Construction managing multiple home construction sites while also learning to build in-ground swimming pools. Then in 1990, Troy branched out on his own and started Troy's Construction Co. building small projects while eventually moving to full panelized custom homes and site condos. Troy was building 10-20 homes/year, apartments, hotels and land developments; he had successfully owned and managed his own crew of framers, roofers, siding, etc. but in in 2001, he decided to leave the construction company to pursue other opportunities. In 2001, Troy was hired by Mission Lumber in external sales. He became extremely successful in sales and found a renewed passion for working with people. He successfully pursued other opportunities in sales but then met the love of his life, Kelley, and wanted to build her a dream home.
In the fall of 2011, Troy and Kelley bought a project house on Wall Lake in Delton, MI and another lot next door. Together they built a wood foundation, moved an A-frame house to the new foundation, and built a new custom home with an in-ground swimming pool. Troy became excited about building and remodeling again and decided to reinstate his builders license. His new company: Building Dreams Construction, is about putting together the best team of professional sub-contractors to build your dream project. Troy is driven to be best general contractor/builder around and with the lessons he's learned in sales, he will ensure you 100% customer satisfaction working as your general contractor/builder. He will deliver your dream project on-time and with exceptionally great quality. He will oversee your project to ensure the best quality workmanship using the highest quality materials to ensure that your dream project is a fun and rewarding experience! So let Troy lead you through your dream project while you sit back and enjoy the trip!
Troy is the past president of the Home Builders Association of Western Michigan and past President & past Vice President of South Central Builders Association. His passion for the building industry has led to programs focusing on increased diversity in the building trades, affordable housing programs and advocating for workforce development in construction as a positive career pathway.
Miles Freed
Miles has been involved in construction with his dad for as long as he can remember! He grew up in a trades family, where learning construction and maintenance skills were essential. Miles has continued to grow in his skills over the years and started Building Dreams Construction alongside his father, Troy, and brother, John, in 2015. Miles isn't afraid to get his hands dirty and build as part of the crew and starting this company allowed Miles to build skills in project and crew management. Miles' unique background in technology has launched Building Dreams Construction into the 21st century by introducing new digital platforms for project and budget management (Buildertrend) to bring every customer the best building experience possible. As project manager and custom home builder, Miles manages our crew and keeps our sub-contractors on track at the job site. He works behind the scenes to make sure every detail is taken care of and customers are getting exactly what they want.
Miles' passion for construction doesn't stop at the job site. Miles and John have flipped two houses on their own and continue to take on new projects under their company Step Bro Co., established in 2017. Miles has also been part of the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Western Michigan since 2015. Miles also enjoys fitness and has a passion for a healthy lifestyle; he frequently spends time in nature running, long boarding, hiking, and camping. On a night in, he loves to play a few games on his computer, socialize with friends, and hang out with his bengal cat, Ahri.
Miles has been involved in construction with his dad for as long as he can remember! He grew up in a trades family, where learning construction and maintenance skills were essential. Miles has continued to grow in his skills over the years and started Building Dreams Construction alongside his father, Troy, and brother, John, in 2015. Miles isn't afraid to get his hands dirty and build as part of the crew and starting this company allowed Miles to build skills in project and crew management. Miles' unique background in technology has launched Building Dreams Construction into the 21st century by introducing new digital platforms for project and budget management (Buildertrend) to bring every customer the best building experience possible. As project manager and custom home builder, Miles manages our crew and keeps our sub-contractors on track at the job site. He works behind the scenes to make sure every detail is taken care of and customers are getting exactly what they want.
Miles' passion for construction doesn't stop at the job site. Miles and John have flipped two houses on their own and continue to take on new projects under their company Step Bro Co., established in 2017. Miles has also been part of the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Western Michigan since 2015. Miles also enjoys fitness and has a passion for a healthy lifestyle; he frequently spends time in nature running, long boarding, hiking, and camping. On a night in, he loves to play a few games on his computer, socialize with friends, and hang out with his bengal cat, Ahri.
John Keverne
John also grew up in a trades household and has continued to grow his knowledge and skill of residential construction over the years. In 2015, Troy, John, and Miles started Building Dreams Construction and John became our in-house sales rep and custom home builder. John's exceptional people skills allows him to connect with customers to give them the best possible build experience. Over the years, John has designed hundreds of custom homes and remodel projects. As our design expert, John walks customers through the build process and helps customers to choose every detail so they get exactly what they want. He then takes the plans and selections and brings them to life on the computer to give customers a virtual walk-through of their home before ever breaking ground.
John's passion for home design and construction doesn't stop in the office! John and Miles started Step Bro Co. in 2017 to flip houses and take on other construction projects in their spare time. John has also been involved in the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Western Michigan since 2015 and serves on the Young Professionals Counsel, Government Relations Committee, Workforce Development Committee, Kalamazoo Home Show Committee, and Attainable Housing Counsel. John loves working with people and serving his community and even designed the first attainable home through the Kalamazoo Attainable Housing Initiative. Outside of construction, John enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, hiking and camping, playing League of Legends on his computer, and snuggling his cat, Ahri.
John also grew up in a trades household and has continued to grow his knowledge and skill of residential construction over the years. In 2015, Troy, John, and Miles started Building Dreams Construction and John became our in-house sales rep and custom home builder. John's exceptional people skills allows him to connect with customers to give them the best possible build experience. Over the years, John has designed hundreds of custom homes and remodel projects. As our design expert, John walks customers through the build process and helps customers to choose every detail so they get exactly what they want. He then takes the plans and selections and brings them to life on the computer to give customers a virtual walk-through of their home before ever breaking ground.
John's passion for home design and construction doesn't stop in the office! John and Miles started Step Bro Co. in 2017 to flip houses and take on other construction projects in their spare time. John has also been involved in the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Western Michigan since 2015 and serves on the Young Professionals Counsel, Government Relations Committee, Workforce Development Committee, Kalamazoo Home Show Committee, and Attainable Housing Counsel. John loves working with people and serving his community and even designed the first attainable home through the Kalamazoo Attainable Housing Initiative. Outside of construction, John enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, hiking and camping, playing League of Legends on his computer, and snuggling his cat, Ahri.
Nicole Keverne
Nicole has a unique background and earned an Environmental Science degree from Michigan State University in 2015 with a focus on sustainable development and community building. After college, Nicole worked for the Michigan Department of Transportation as a real estate professional and property analyst. This prepared Nicole for the residential construction industry and she joined her brothers and father at Building Dreams Construction in 2020. She serves at the Project Assistant and helps John, Miles, and Troy with anything that comes up!
In her spare time, Nicole enjoys working on her home, socializing with friends and family, hiking, practicing music, learning, cooking, and hanging out with her pup, Gabby.
Nicole has a unique background and earned an Environmental Science degree from Michigan State University in 2015 with a focus on sustainable development and community building. After college, Nicole worked for the Michigan Department of Transportation as a real estate professional and property analyst. This prepared Nicole for the residential construction industry and she joined her brothers and father at Building Dreams Construction in 2020. She serves at the Project Assistant and helps John, Miles, and Troy with anything that comes up!
In her spare time, Nicole enjoys working on her home, socializing with friends and family, hiking, practicing music, learning, cooking, and hanging out with her pup, Gabby.