Meet Fabrice: The Journeyman Carpenter at Heirloom Builders
Bee Rasmussen Bee Rasmussen

Meet Fabrice: The Journeyman Carpenter at Heirloom Builders

Fabrice’s journey from France to the Bay Area is anything but ordinary—he’s been a scuba instructor in Honduras, lived through the fall of the Berlin Wall, and didn’t even know how to use a tape measure when he arrived in the U.S. in 1996. Now a master carpenter with nearly 30 years of experience, Fabrice blends old-world craftsmanship with innovative problem-solving, creating timeless work that reflects his deep understanding of how things are built. "If it’s not just right, I’ll do it again—I need to sleep at night," he says with a smile.

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A Conversation with Ho & Lacy: Crafting Home as a Sacred Space
Bee Rasmussen Bee Rasmussen

A Conversation with Ho & Lacy: Crafting Home as a Sacred Space

Jackie and John are a husband-and-wife duo redefining what it means to design a home. With a shared passion for creating spaces that blend history, sustainability, and deeply personal details, they bring a harmonious vision to every project. We’re thrilled to be collaborating with them on a recent project, where their thoughtful approach and creative expertise have elevated every aspect of the design. Their work is a testament to the belief that a home is more than a place—it’s a sacred space that tells a story.

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Take 10 With Matt Ininns of Mist Architects
Zach Heir Zach Heir

Take 10 With Matt Ininns of Mist Architects

One of Heirloom Builders' collaborators is Matt Ininns of Mist Architects. The California native spent a year studying architecture in Florence. After receiving his Bachelor of Architecture from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, he interned in Paris and worked in Stockholm.

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