Idea House: Mountain Modern

Builders Amber and Jared Phifer of Mountain Design are introduced along with homeowners James and Kyle.

Amber and Jared's project for Kyle and James falls behind schedule due to bad weather creating impassable roads, supply chain issues and worker shortages.

With the framing finally moving ahead, Jared and his team's next challenge is snaking a crane up mountain roads to place steel to support the home's dramatic style; Jared tours the factory where the special windows are being made.

Jared and Amber are pros at managing homeowner stress levels; with progress at the job site, they invite the homeowners for a walk-through and show them their mountain modern home is nearly a reality.

Roof trusses are installed; James and Kyle need to find an internet signal or mountain life dreams will shatter; Jesse deals with a job site break-in; the Phifers take a family field trip to the jobsite.

Jared installs high-efficiency HVAC and windows. James and Kyle buy gym gear, and Amber takes her team on a field trip.

Building codes and a flash flood challenge the team. Amber goes hiking while James and Kyle get brewing equipment.

Jared inspects a new shingle system, Jesse handles septic issues, and Best Buy installs the laundry room.

Construction continues as HVAC and cement work wrap up. Amber shops for lighting while Jared learns about heat pumps.

As construction continues, the team reflects on the highs and lows of building their Mountain Modern home.

Jared and Amber near completion on Kyle and James’ homestead. The team races to pour the driveway and finish the interior.