I have been shaped by this company, as a professional, as a business owner myself, and as a person.

My name is Kevin Wilson and currently I am just the social media guy for Integral Design. Since 2008 I have been either an employee, a sub contractor, or a promoter of this company (whether under their employ or not). The wealth of knowledge and experience acquired during my time in the field and discussing the ins and out of home building with it’s leaders has been invaluable, but it also has given me a window into something that is impossible to replicate inorganically: a company culture that is fertile ground for growing true professionals.

“At Integral Design, every team member takes immense pride in their work. We foster a highly professional work environment while still having fun in the process. Built on a foundation of accuracy and efficiency, these core values drive our success and create a workplace that team members, clients, and sub-trades all love being a part of. ” Jevan Madill- Red Seal Carpenter and Project Leader.

Culture Isn’t Created in a Mission Statement. It is the Unspoken Shared Values of the Team Permeating Through. 

Exceptional projects aren’t the product of a single talented carpenter, designer, or project manager. They’re built by teams that trust each other, challenge each other, and share a commitment to excellence.

At Integral Design + Build, that culture wasn’t manufactured as i’ve seen other businesses try to achieve. It evolved naturally through years of working alongside people who care deeply about their craft and the quality of the work they leave behind, led by a core group of 6 employees that have over ten years with the company. 

Led by Craftspeople

I’ve seen something special occur too many times to count in the small interactions between the crew: the free sharing of hard earned experience. Every project is led by seasoned red seal builders who have spent years refining their skills and solving real-world construction challenges, but expertise alone isn’t enough. I’ve found that the best leaders never stop learning, and they never stop teaching. On Integral sites, knowledge is shared freely and questions are welcomed. A mindset of continual learning makes every project stronger and every team member better, faster. 

Trust Is Built Daily

Great projects are built on trust. In my experience trust comes from honesty, accountability, and doing what you say you’re going to do. When leadership models direct communication, taking ownership, and addressing challenges head-on, it sets the standard for employees and all of the trades on site. Not because it’s easy, but because it’s the strongest way to build. When i’ve worked side by side with this crew, I have seen that trust begin from the inside, where everyone is ready to step in, help each other, and focus on finding the best way forward. That trust begins from inside of the team, extending outwards to our clients and into every project Integral Design + Build touches. 

The Difference Behind the Work

It’s amazing to see a finished home and landscape, and to know all of the hard work that went into it. In writing this, I really wanted to capture the intangible and hard to describe culture behind it: the collaboration, the mentorship, the problem-solving, and the pride that goes into every decision along the way. That’s the real foundation of building an exceptional team.

I’ve been lucky to have seen this company grow, and have even tried to model some of the magic in my own business. There’s something special going on here, and it’s been quietly building for a long time. 

No egos.

No shortcuts.

Just great building.

“Our team’s ability to communicate, be accountable and honest with each other while on a continuous pursuit of excellence, with a superb attention to detail” are the core ideas set by Integral’s Principal, Chad Plater.