Our Team

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  • Owner / General Contractor

    From framing childhood tree forts to spending summers helping with his family’s home addition, Justin’s youth was defined by his desire to create. Growing up next door to one of San Diego’s premier builders, he marveled at his neighbors' massive steel storage boxes and armory of powerful tools. Kindled by this deeply rooted fascination, an enduring spark was lit when Justin was given an after school job sweeping sawdust on construction sites. Being exposed to the bones of a building, the impressive wooden, steel and concrete skeleton, was life changing for the adolescent. His eyes were opened to the layers of detailed work that goes into finishing a house. Nothing grew or just appeared; all homes were a great achievement, and Justin wanted to be a part of that process. 

    A Journeyman carpenter who rose to the ranks of Supervisor at just 23 years old, Justin had the good fortune to learn the multifaceted skills of custom home building under the tutelage of many fine men. From Southern California to Northern California, he has led new construction projects abound with luxurious materials and has renovated homes using primarily reclaimed wood. Earning his General Contractor License, building is more than a business for Justin. He finds joy in fabricating beautiful spaces that others will fill with memories. A lover of both land and sea, Justin is a conscious steward of nature’s incredible gifts. To be able to work with his hands and manipulate materials, to navigate challenges and exert massive efforts, and then see those actions give way to a monument of accomplishments for others to enjoy -- building is Justin’s dream job.

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  • Chief Operating Officer

    Samantha Edwardes, soon-to-be Hardy, is the behind-the-scenes force wearing many hats. With a successful background in public relations, she brings strong marketing insight and exceptional organizational skills to the family business. As HardyBuilt’s COO, Samantha focuses on operational efficiency and oversees all accounting functions. A true multipotentialite with experience across a range of industries, her strategic vision is instrumental in driving growth and upholding the high standard of service our clients deserve.

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  • Journeyman Carpenter

    A seasoned journeyman carpenter with a passion for precision and creativity, Steven brings his artistic eye for detail to every HardyBuilt project. A former Sous Chef at top kitchens in San Diego and Sonoma County, Steven has long been transforming raw materials into masterpieces. He understands the value in flow, form and finesse. Seamlessly merging his crafts, Steven reinvigorated his love for woodworking and remodeling after single-handedly tackling his parent’s extensive home restoration project in Texas. Moving to the Pacific Northwest, he worked alongside several talented build crews in Washington before settling in Humboldt County to become an integral part of his brother’s family business.