Team Member Spotlight: Mark Grant
We love to spotlight members of our amazing team of carpenters from time to time. We truly have the best and most skilled set of craftsmen using their talents on our various projects in Des Moines and around the Midwest. Mark Grant is no exception and we are glad he is part of our team. His detail-oriented craftsmanship and expertise in the field makes him a great team member.
Photo of Mark in the J.T. Unique shop where he spends a lot of time perfecting the pieces we use to make your project beautiful and unique.
DEDICATION
Mark has been in the carpentry business for nearly three decades. He lives with his wife near Adel on a private, concealed house he built a few decades ago. He enjoys the quiet, peaceful oasis he has created, especially when he is relaxing in his pool. He has four children and describes himself as a very hands-on father who was very involved in his kids’ sports teams and other activities when they were young. He and his wife enjoy traveling to Tennessee to visit their oldest son and three grandchildren.
Beautifully designed custom cabinetry and fireplace mantel by J.T. Unique
PASSION
For nearly twenty years, Mark has worked with J. Thompson Builders on a variety of projects. From his first project with us on interior finishing details at a local hotel to more intricate finishing and cabinetry work at some of our residential projects, Mark has managed to work his way up to the Shop and Field Manager and spends a good portion of his time coordinating finishing projects and communications with the homeowners. Mark has a clear passion for finishing carpentry and is still very hands-on at the work sites.
An intricate custom staircase designed and installed by J.T. Unique.
ENJOYING THE DETAILS
Mark’s zeal for carpentry is shown through his impressive work. Starting with raw wood and seeing the project through to the end is something Mark takes great pride in. It wouldn’t be uncommon seeing Mark helping install a custom piece he helped design and build in the shop. A good deal of Mark’s time with J. Thompson Builders has been working on the Stoney Creek line of hotels. He has also spent some time working on various residential remodels and newly constructed homes. Through his time as a finish carpenter, Mark’s favorite projects include custom fireplace mantels, cabinetry, and entertainment systems. He also enjoys working on interior and exterior finishing projects such as trim and wainscoting. His attention to detail and passion for carpentry really show in some of his most interesting projects, including intricate stairwells and railing.
A simple, but detailed contrasting staircase also designed and installed by J.T. Unique.
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