About
About Us
At Square 1 Builders, we understand that building a home is more than just a construction project; it’s a deeply personal journey that shapes the foundation of your family’s future. As a family-owned business, we hold a steadfast commitment to making your home building experience truly positive and rewarding. With Square 1, you won’t just be another client – you’ll become a valued member of our extended family. We take immense pride in fostering a more personal relationship with our customers, ensuring that your unique needs, preferences, and dreams are at the forefront of every decision we make.
Our History
For over two decades, Square 1 Builders, a family-based business, has been dedicated to helping families achieve the American dream. With a sterling reputation for excellence, we proudly serve customers in the greater Elkhart, LaGrange, St. Joseph, Noble, and Kosciusko Counties of Indiana, as well as Southern Michigan. Our unwavering commitment lies in providing you with a building experience that creates a lasting, positive impression and a home that fills your heart with love.
Meet Our Team
Bryan Barr – Sales
Favorite Midnight Snack: Never been a fan of eating at midnight after watching Gremlins as a kid. For those who don’t know what Gremlins is, this shows my age.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: Make a bucket list
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I taught Sam how to wiggle her ears.
Best Advice Someone Gave You: After being hurt, my Dad would always say, “don’t worry it will feel better when it stops hurting.” To this day it is still true!
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: The reward of building a place people call their home.
Kelly Barr – Operations Manager
Favorite Midnight Snack: I’m usually sawing logs at midnight but if I do wake up hungry it’s cereal. I could eat it for every meal.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: I want to stay in a bungalow over the South Pacific in Bora Bora for a couple of weeks.
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I can’t stand it when children (including my own when they were younger) wiggle their loose teeth!!
Best Advice Someone Gave You: Always try to find the good in people and situations.
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I love working with people – our subs, vendors, clients, employees, and even my own family!
Samantha Barr – Client Service Specialist
Favorite Midnight Snack: Cookie dough Ice Cream
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: To see the northern lights
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I can wiggle my ears
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: Getting to know each client I work with and watching all of their selections come together throughout the build. Each build is a new learning experience.
Greg Chipman – Project Manager
Favorite Midnight Snack: Any flavor ice cream (no nuts)
#1 Thing On Your Bucket List: I would like to visit all the national parks
Hidden Talent/ Something No One Knows About You: I can oil paint
Best Advice Someone Gave You: Do not get between a grizzly and her cubs
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I enjoy the collaborative environment in the workplace. Working with talented and supportive colleagues not only boosts productivity but also makes each day enjoyable.
Claire – Security
Favorite Midnight Snack: Eating ice cream with my sister, Sam. Vanilla is my favorite.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: I would LOVE to be the fastest dog at the dog park.
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I am missing a toe. I was born this way.
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I love to smell things and there are always new smells every day.
Chance – The Greeter
Favorite Midnight Snack: Anything I can get off the counter.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: I would love to go on a road trip in a convertible with the top off.
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: At a young age, I learned how to give high fives. I LOVE giving high fives.
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I enjoy saying hi to my friends when they come visit me.
Meet Our Team
Bryan Barr – Sales
Favorite Midnight Snack: Never been a fan of eating at midnight after watching Gremlins as a kid. For those who don’t know what Gremlins is, this shows my age.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: Make a bucket list
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I taught Sam how to wiggle her ears.
Best Advice Someone Gave You: After being hurt, my Dad would always say, “don’t worry it will feel better when it stops hurting.” To this day it is still true!
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: The reward of building a place people call their home.
Kelly Barr – Operations Manager
Favorite Midnight Snack: I’m usually sawing logs at midnight but if I do wake up hungry it’s cereal. I could eat it for every meal.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: I want to stay in a bungalow over the South Pacific in Bora Bora for a couple of weeks.
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I can’t stand it when children (including my own when they were younger) wiggle their loose teeth!!
Best Advice Someone Gave You: Always try to find the good in people and situations.
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I love working with people – our subs, vendors, clients, employees, and even my own family!
Samantha Barr – Client Service Specialist
Favorite Midnight Snack: Cookie dough Ice Cream
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: To see the northern lights
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I can wiggle my ears
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: Getting to know each client I work with and watching all of their selections come together throughout the build. Each build is a new learning experience.
Greg Chipman – Project Manager
Favorite Midnight Snack: Any flavor ice cream (no nuts)
#1 Thing On Your Bucket List: I would like to visit all the national parks
Hidden Talent/ Something No One Knows About You: I can oil paint
Best Advice Someone Gave You: Do not get between a grizzly and her cubs
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I enjoy the collaborative environment in the workplace. Working with talented and supportive colleagues not only boosts productivity but also makes each day enjoyable.
Claire – Security
Favorite Midnight Snack: Eating ice cream with my sister, Sam. Vanilla is my favorite.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: I would LOVE to be the fastest dog at the dog park.
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You: I am missing a toe. I was born this way.
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I love to smell things and there are always new smells every day.
Chance – The Greeter
Favorite Midnight Snack: Anything I can get off the counter.
#1 Thing on Your Bucket List: I would love to go on a road trip in a convertible with the top off.
Hidden Talent/Something No One Knows About You:At a young age, I learned how to give high fives. I LOVE giving high fives.
Favorite Thing About Working at Square 1: I enjoy saying hi to my friends when they come visit me.
Take a look at our work
Before embarking on your own dream home journey, we invite you to delve into our extensive photo gallery, a curated collection of our past projects. Browse through a diverse range of styles, showcasing our versatility and ability to bring any vision to life. Whether you seek contemporary minimalism, timeless traditional charm, or innovative architectural marvels, our portfolio offers a glimpse into the possibilities that await.
Ready to start planning your dream home?
We’re always happy to provide a free consultation and help out with any questions you may have. Contact us today!
