What Highline Partners does

Highline Partners, LTD is a privately held luxury residential construction firm founded in 2007 by Todd Thesing and Rob McRae, headquartered in Bozeman, Montana with a secondary office in Big Sky. The company designs and builds high-end custom mountain homes and performs custom remodels and general contracting services for high-net-worth individuals and families seeking primary or secondary residences in Southwest Montana. Its core offerings are organized around a four-phase process covering pre-construction consultation, design-build coordination, construction execution, and post-construction digital archiving and warranty.

The firm's underlying technical competency is traditional luxury residential construction delivered by a small dedicated team of master craftsmen with specializations spanning carpentry, metal work, timber work, and fine finish details. Highline has built early-mover credibility in sustainable mountain construction, having delivered a LEED Certified Platinum home in Big Sky as one of its first projects and pioneered geothermal heating and solar power integration in the regional market. It collaborates with an established ecosystem of named regional architects (Locati Architects, Reid Smith Architects, Greg Matthews Studio, Centre Sky Architects), structural and civil engineers (DCI Engineers, KL&A Engineers, Hicks Engineering, Bridger Engineers), and interior designers (Melanie Turner Interiors, Abby Hetherington Interiors, Olivia Williams Studio) to deliver bespoke projects.

The business model is project-based and quote-driven, with revenue derived from one-time custom home construction and custom remodel contracts rather than recurring or subscription arrangements. The company employs 11-50 people and is led by the co-founders alongside a CFO and four functional directors covering client development, construction, project management, and human resources. Demand is generated primarily through architect and designer referrals, word-of-mouth, portfolio visibility, social media presence (Instagram, Facebook), and earned media coverage in publications including Luxe Magazine, Mountain Living, Architectural Digest, and regional Montana outlets. Geographic operations are concentrated in Southwest Montana, with no disclosed expansion into additional markets and no external institutional investors or parent company.

Name

Highline Partners

Legal name

Highline Partners, LTD

Website

https://highline-partners.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Highline Partners is a Bozeman and Big Sky, Montana-based luxury custom home builder founded in 2007, designing and building high-end mountain residences and remodels for high-net-worth individuals seeking sustainable, architect-collaborative residential projects in Southwest Montana.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Residential Construction

NAICS

New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236115)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Residential General Contracting (New Build) (IMAFAAAB)

Keywords

• Luxury home construction
• Custom home building
• Residential remodeling
• General contracting
• Mountain home builder

Headquarters

HQ city

Big Sky

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Custom Home Design and Build: Project-based revenue from designing and constructing luxury custom homes for high-net-worth clients in Southwest Montana. Projects range from mountain modern new construction to full custom remodels.
2. Custom Remodel Services: Remodeling services for existing luxury mountain homes, bringing new life to estates through renovation and renovation projects.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Highline Partners is a luxury design and build construction firm that designs and constructs high-end custom mountain homes for high-net-worth clients in Southwest Montana. The company delivers a four-phase process covering pre-construction consultation, design-build coordination, construction execution, and post-construction support, partnering with architects, interior designers, and engineers to build custom homes, perform remodels, and provide general contracting oversight.

Product overview

Highline Partners is a luxury design and build construction company offering a unified suite of services for sophisticated mountain homes in Southwest Montana. Their core offering combines Luxury Design + Build (custom home construction), Custom Remodels (renovation services), and General Contracting (project oversight and management). The company operates from pre-construction through post-construction, with a four-phase process: Pre-Construction (consultation, land review, budget development), Design-Build (architectural coordination, permitting), Construction (material selection, project management), and Post-Construction (digital archive, warranty phase). They partner with architects, interior designers, and engineers to deliver high-end residential projects in the Bozeman and Big Sky areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Luxury Design + Build Full-service luxury residential design and construction for mountain homes in Southwest Montana, covering new custom home builds from ground-up construction to completion. Targeted at high-net-worth individuals seeking bespoke mountain properties.
• Custom Remodels Renovation and remodeling services for existing luxury mountain properties, bringing new life to estates through transformative renovation projects for high-net-worth homeowners.
• General Contracting Project management and general contracting services that oversee construction costs, schedules, and market trends to ensure projects execute within budget guidelines and design parameters.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Regional ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnerships with talented architects for residential design visions. Examples include Locati Architects, Reid Smith Architects, Greg Matthews Studio, Centre Sky Architects, and others featured in project portfolios.
• Regional EngineerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEstablished relationships with premier regional subcontractors and suppliers including structural and civil engineers such as DCI Engineers, KL&A Engineers, Hicks Engineering, and Bridger Engineers.
• Interior DesignerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with interior designers including Melanie Turner Interiors, Abby Hetherington Interiors, and Olivia Williams Studio to deliver complete luxury home experiences.
• Gallatin River Task ForceminorOthersNonprofit conservation organization partnering to lead conservation and inspire stewardship of the Gallatin River Watershed.
• Big Sky SNOminorOthersNonprofit organization on a mission to preserve and protect the Big Sky Community by advancing sustainability and livability initiatives.
• Arts Council of Big SkyminorOthersCultural organization providing high-quality arts experiences to residents and visitors of Big Sky since 1989.
• Gallatin National Forest Avalanche CenterminorOthersProvides vital avalanche forecasting and conditions updates for backcountry recreators in Southwest Montana.
• Warren Miller Performing Arts CenterminorOthersBrings creative vision to the stage in Big Sky through world-class acts, local performers, and community inspiration.
• Gallatin Ice FoundationminorOthersFunds expansion of refrigerated ice facilities in Bozeman to provide year-round ice rink and support ice programming growth.
• Headwaters LacrosseminorOthersInspires young athletes to reach their full potential on and off the lacrosse field.
• Cast One for HopeminorOthersProvides healing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer and breast cancer survivors at no cost.
• Big Sky Ski Education FoundationminorOthersOffers competitive Alpine, Freeride, and Nordic skiing programs for young skiers.
• Big Sky Community OrganizationminorOthersEngages and leads people to recreational and enrichment opportunities through thoughtful development of partnerships, programs and places.
• Big Sky Search and RescueminorOthersResponds to backcountry rescue calls throughout the Gallatin and Madison ranges of southwest Montana with volunteer support.
• Southwest Montana Mountain Bike AssociationminorOthersEnhances access to trails and advocates for mountain bicyclists in southwest Montana through community engagement and trail building.
• Live from the DivideminorOthersHosts songwriters in an intimate venue on the north side of Bozeman for genuine American Roots music experiences.
• Women in ActionminorOthersEnhances and enriches lives of children and families in Big Sky through social programs including counseling, education and scholarships.
• Dream MTminorOthersDown Syndrome Research Education Advocacy in Montana - parent group supporting children with Down syndrome.
• Gallatin Valley Food BankminorOthersSupports food security throughout Southwest Montana through the Shirts off our Back Campaign fundraiser.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Toll Brothers: Largest publicly traded luxury homebuilder in the U.S., offering move-up and luxury single-family and active-adult homes nationwide. Comparable to Highline as a luxury residential builder targeting premium buyers, but operates at vastly greater scale and as a for-sale production builder rather than custom design-build.
• David Weekley Homes: One of the largest privately held U.S. homebuilders, with a presence in multiple regions including mountain and resort markets. Comparable as a residential builder at scale, though focused on broader price points and for-sale communities rather than Highline's bespoke luxury mountain niche.
• Taylor Morrison: Top-5 U.S. public homebuilder offering move-up, luxury, and active-adult for-sale homes across multiple regions. Comparable as a residential builder with a luxury segment, though operating as a production builder rather than custom design-build in a single luxury niche.
• Tri Pointe Homes: National homebuilder with premium/luxury brands (e.g., Pardee Homes, Maracay) operating in select Western markets including California and Nevada. Comparable as a residential builder with luxury exposure, though serving different geographies and a production model versus Highline's bespoke approach.
• Shea Homes: Long-standing private U.S. homebuilder with luxury and active-adult brands across Western and Southwestern markets. Comparable as a residential builder at scale with luxury positioning, though focused on master-planned communities rather than single bespoke mountain residences.

Direct peers

• Villa Custom Homes: Boutique luxury custom homebuilder focused on high-end residential projects in resort and affluent markets. Comparable to Highline in target customer (HNW), project-based bespoke delivery model, and emphasis on craftsmanship — though operating in different geographies.
• Sillman Construction: Boutique residential builder in Jackson Hole specializing in high-end custom mountain homes. Directly comparable to Highline in niche (luxury mountain custom builds), customer base (HNW second-home buyers), and design-build delivery, serving a similar resort corridor.
• Shawback Construction: Luxury residential builder based in the Big Sky region, focused on high-end custom mountain homes. Directly comparable to Highline as a local competitor in the same Southwest Montana luxury market with overlapping architect/designer relationships and HNW clientele.
• North Fork Builders: Montana-based custom home builder focused on high-end residential projects in Bozeman and surrounding mountain communities. Directly comparable to Highline in geography, customer profile, and bespoke design-build delivery model.

Emerging players

• Ridgeline Custom Builders: Boutique custom residential builder serving mountain and resort markets in the Western U.S. Comparable to Highline in targeting HNW buyers in lifestyle destinations and emphasizing craftsmanship, though typically operating at smaller scale and in different specific geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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