Business Details
35 Years
experience
Award-Winning Nashville Design/Build Experts
Founded in 1991, Trace Ventures is a Nashville-based design/build firm specializing in residential and commercial construction. Our integrated approach combines creative design with meticulous construction to deliver tailored spaces for discerning clients. With a collective 250 years of industry experience, our team prioritizes craftsmanship, innovative problem-solving, and transparent communication throughout every project phase. We serve homeowners, developers, and businesses through services ranging from historic home renovations to high-rise condo buildouts and boutique commercial spaces.Our process emphasizes collaboration, fixed pricing, and a 12-month warranty, ensuring client satisfaction from initial consultation to project completion. Recognized for our expertise in Nashville's unique architectural landscape, we maintain an average team tenure of five years, reflecting our commitment to dependability and quality. Our affiliations with industry organizations like the National Association of Home Builders underscore our dedication to professional excellence.
Services
Residential Remodeling
High Rise Buildout
Commercial Construction
Design/Build Services
Historic Preservation
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 33 years of combined 250-year team experience in Nashville's unique construction landscape
- Our proprietary design/build process ensures fixed pricing and transparent communication
- Award-winning firm with 12-month project warranties and guaranteed completion timelines
- Team maintains average 5-year tenure, ensuring consistent expertise and accountability
- Proven success in both historic home preservation and modern high-rise developments
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Home Builders
- Home Builders Association of Middle Tennessee
- GuildQuality
- Remodelers Advantage
What people say
Professional and helpful
Delight to work with
Attention to detail
Completed ahead of schedule
Outstanding communication
Services
Residential Remodeling
Specializing in bathroom and kitchen remodels to complete home transformations, our team breathes new life into Nashville's contemporary and historic homes. We combine creative design with expert craftsmanship to create personalized spaces that reflect homeowners' styles while maintaining structural integrity. Our process includes detailed planning, fixed pricing agreements, and guaranteed completion timelines.
High Rise Buildout
Creating luxury high-rise living spaces in Nashville's skyline, we handle unit combinations, complete buildouts, and modernization projects. Our experts manage structural modifications, interior design, and systems integration while maintaining strict adherence to building codes and HOA requirements. Projects benefit from our 30+ years of experience in vertical construction challenges.
Commercial Construction
Delivering boutique commercial spaces and museum-quality renovations, we specialize in transforming environments where businesses and visitors thrive. Our services include adaptive reuse of historic buildings, modern office buildouts, and specialized construction for hospitality venues. Each project receives dedicated project management and guaranteed budget compliance.
Design/Build Services
Our integrated approach combines architectural design, engineering, and construction under one contract. This eliminates communication gaps between designers and builders while ensuring cost certainty through fixed-price agreements. The process includes five phases: connection, consultation, design, construction, and final quality assurance with a 12-month warranty.
Historic Preservation
Preserving Nashville's architectural heritage while adding modern comforts, we specialize in maintaining original features like hardwood floors and moldings during renovations. Our team understands historic building materials and techniques while incorporating contemporary systems for energy efficiency and functionality without compromising character.
People
Adam Wayne
President
With a background in interior design, real estate, and 10 years as a general contractor, Adam leads Trace Ventures' strategic direction. He oversees prestigious projects while balancing family life with his wife Katie and two daughters in Nashville.
Rick Dismukes
Director of Residential Construction
Bringing 30+ years of construction experience across residential and commercial sectors, Rick manages all project managers at Trace. His calm leadership style and commitment to mentoring junior staff make him a valuable team asset.
Ronald Kyle
Director of Commercial Construction
After selling his own successful construction company, Buddy Kyle joined Trace to mentor teams and lead commercial projects. His 30-year industry experience includes complex builds for hospitality and corporate clients.
Chris Felder
Senior Project Manager
Managing complex renovations and new construction projects, Chris ensures client satisfaction through transparent communication and meticulous attention to project timelines and budgets.
Winston Brooks
Vice President and General Manager, Trace Electrical
Leading Trace Electrical's operations, Winston oversees electrical design, installation, and maintenance services for residential and commercial clients while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Questions
What types of projects does Trace Ventures handle?
We specialize in residential remodeling, high-rise condo buildouts, commercial construction, and historic preservation projects in Nashville and surrounding areas.
How does Trace Ventures' design/build process work?
Our five-phase process includes connection, consultation, design, construction, and final quality assurance with fixed pricing and guaranteed timelines.
Are your services available outside Nashville?
While based in Nashville, we consider select projects throughout Middle Tennessee where we can maintain our quality standards.
Do you offer warranties on completed projects?
Every project includes a 12-month warranty covering workmanship and materials as specified in our construction agreements.
How experienced is your team?
Our team has a collective 250 years of experience with individual tenures averaging five years, ensuring consistent expertise across all projects.
Can you handle both residential and commercial electrical work?
Through our Trace Electrical division, we provide comprehensive electrical services for both residential and commercial clients.
