Bulletin Board Magazine 2021 Volume 2

modern products and materials that not only meet current New Jersey energy efficiency requirements but exceed them. It didn’t take long for their first two custom homes in Scotch Plains to sell with buyers signing contracts in the very early stages of design. The homes are expected to close early this summer. With a unique approach to design, construction, and the buyer, Rimvis explains, “We are not trying to change the industry, we just have a different approach than many builders. It was a risky model we brought over from Europe, but homebuyers are responding in a very positive way, and are now seeking us out specifically. As it turns out, what we do in the international market is working for this area as well and we are thrilled to be where we are now. The challenge has been

worth the effort and it is extremely rewarding.” Trinity Dominion will continue to provide a small, boutique level of service to their homebuyers in all aspects of construction from property procurement, engineering, design, and construction through closing, all while maintaining their history in European design, materials, and processes. While this company may not have set out to intentionally influence the industry, they may just inspire more companies to follow their lead to transform the local building industry enough to make a difference.

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