Who We Are: Our Holistic Context
As we grow and take on new projects, we wanted to share the guiding document that shapes every decision we make — from how we treat our clients to how we care for the land we build on. This is the foundation of everything S&T Construction stands for:
Our Holistic Context
As we interact, make decisions, and move through each workday, do our actions move us toward or away from this holistic context?
Statement of Purpose
Communication, Integrity;
We are a people-first company, building thriving relationships, connected community, and local vitality through crafting quality living and working spaces.
Our Quality of Life
- We enjoy and contribute to human connections and mutually satisfying relationships
- We are proud of our work and respected for it
- We live meaningful lives in a caring and collaborative working environment with opportunities continuous improvement
- Each of our special talents and capabilities are acknowledged and utilized
- We manage the business so that it provides excellent financial returns to its stakeholders and tangible social returns to the community
- We are financially thriving and solvent, operate within our means, and are fair and transparent in all our transactions
- Our approach to all projects is fun, exciting, and vibrant for all involved and we maintain quality relationships with current and past clients
- Our people are what matters – our team, our clients, our subs and our community
- We pride ourselves on high-quality craftsmanship, strong client relationships, and a collaborative work culture where the only ‘bad’ choice is to stay silent
- We honor the land, natural surroundings, and our myriad project neighbors by maintaining clean job sites and minimizing our impact wherever possible
Our Future Resource Base
Requirements to sustain our quality of life
People
We are known for our communication, integrity, and professionalism. We are knowledgeable, innovative, open to new ideas and learning, team players, understanding and tolerant, patient, friendly and helpful. We are seen to be serving the interests of our clients, partners, and the communities we live and operate in.
Land
The land where we build and surrounding it is stable, productive, and biologically diverse. Wildlife is plentiful and our operations take into consideration the greater ecosystems. Our rivers and creeks run clean, the rainfall and snowpack gently soak into the vibrant soil, and all life is thriving and abundant.
Thriving Local Economy
Our community is strong, resilient, and economically diverse. Individuals and families of all ages call this place home and can find and retain meaningful work. Visitors are welcomed with open arms and invited to stay beyond the quick vacation. Long time locals and newcomers alike join together to solve complex challenges with open and curious minds.
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Meet Your Builders
We are Trey Shelton and Joseph Teipel – founders and owners of S&T Construction. The idea to start S&T spurred from the desire to approach construction from a place of communication, openness, and relationship – with our clients and with our sub-contractors.
Joseph Teipel
Owner
Trey Shelton
Owner
BUILDING DREAM HOMES AND RELATIONSHIPS
Custom home building, home addition & remodeling services across Colorado’s mountain communities
Your mountain dream living deserves more than a blueprint — it deserves a builder who listens, adapts, and delivers. As a custom home builder and design-build firm, we guide you from concept through construction with proactive communication and problem-solving at every turn.
We’re not just building houses — we’re building trust. Our clients choose us because we:
Adapt with flexibility, navigating the inevitable surprises of construction.
Deliver craftsmanship that reflects both your vision and the beauty of the Rockies.
Communicate clearly at every step, with tools like BuilderTrend for real-time updates.
Live local values, as Buena Vista natives who care about our community.
Work with innovative materials — from SIPs and concrete construction to block assemblies.
Explore Our Services
Lot & Land Consultation
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Design Build Services
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Custom Home Building
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Multi-Unit & Condo Construction
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ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Construction
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Garage & Home Additions
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Remodels & Home Improvement
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Modular & Hybrid Home Construction
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Ready to Build Your Colorado Dream Home?
Whether you’re designing your retirement retreat, expanding your living space, or developing multi-unit housing, S&T Construction brings the expertise, transparency, and care to make it happen.

