Kevin Lowney of Lowney Contracting in Hawaii

<p>The firm typically self-performs the majority of the work on its projects, allowing for flexibility, control, and direct cost.</p><p>Listen in as Kevin shares how he came to set up shop in both Arizona and Hawaii, and the differences in the home building process between the two states.</p><p>He speaks in particular on the unique logistical considerations around running a construction company on the Big Island, and the projects that he is excited to be working on in the near future.</p><p><strong>Topics Discussed: </strong></p><ul><li>[05:19] Kevin’s background and his decision to move to the Big Island</li><li>[08:50] Why Kevin decided to come to Sedona</li><li>[12:55] How Kevin came to start his own firm</li><li>[16:55] Differences in the home building process in Sedona and Big Island</li><li>[25:21] Managing client expectations and turning ambitious ideas into reality</li><li>[29:28] How long it takes to build the “typical” Lowney home in Hawaii</li><li>[33:05] Dealing with higher prices and procurement challenges when building in Hawaii</li><li>[36:36] Projects that Kevin is excited about right now</li><li>[42:23] Permitting challenges in Sedona versus Big Island</li><li>[43:52] The defining moment when Kevin realized business was going strong</li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Lowney Contracting:</strong> </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.lowneycontracting.com/" target="_blank">Website</a> </li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Build Magazine:</strong> </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.buildmagazine.com/" target="_blank">Website</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.buildmagazine.com/blog/" target="_blank">Blog</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.buildmagazine.com/contact-us/" target="_blank">Contact Us</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/buildmags/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BuildMags/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> </li></ul><p><strong>Key Quotes from Episode:</strong></p><ul><li>The clients are all different—different personalities. You have to try to fig