In this episode of Ski In Sell Out, Max and Lauren sit down with builder Matt Russell, founder of Build Utah, to talk about what really happens behind the scenes of luxury construction in Park City.Matt’s journey didn’t start with blueprints — it started in dental school in Manhattan. After 9/11, a Volkswagen bus, and a cross-country reset, he chose dirt over dentistry and never looked back.We talk about:<ul><li>Why every contractor ends up being a marriage therapist</li><li>What 25 years in construction actually teaches you</li><li>The stress of building homes that have never been built before</li><li>Big glass walls, bigger expectations</li><li>Trust in an “open kimono” business</li><li>And what it takes to build a company that lasts longer than the homes inside it</li></ul>This is a conversation about craftsmanship, reputation, and why trust matters more than tile.

Park City

Park City luxury builder Matt Russell of Build Utah joins Ski In Sell Out to talk about custom home construction, trust in high-end real estate, and what 25 years in business has taught him.
From walking away from dental school in Manhattan to building multimillion-dollar homes in Park City and the Wasatch Back, Matt shares:
• What really happens behind the scenes in custom home builds
 • The challenges of big glass walls and modern architecture
 • Why contractors become accidental therapists
 • How Instagram and Pinterest changed construction forever
 • The truth about timelines, budgets, and expectations
 • And what it takes to build a lasting reputation
If you’re buying, building, remodeling, or just curious about luxury real estate in Park City, this episode is a must-listen.

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New Episode 2/26/2026, 6:05:57 PM