About Us

A team that brings design expertise, construction excellence, and a passion for elevating spaces

Alfredo Moreno, Lead Carpenter
Alfredo Moreno, Lead Carpenter
Alfredo Moreno
Lead Carpenter
Austin Kostoff, Shop Manager + Cabinet Specialist
Austin Kostoff, Shop Manager + Cabinet Specialist
Austin Kostoff
Shop Manager + Cabinet Specialist
Brandon Harmon Emergent's Assistant Fabricator
Brandon Harmon Emergent's Assistant Fabricator
Brandon Harmon
Assistant Fabricator
Gerald Gaedtke, Emergent's Lead Carpenter
Gerald Gaedtke, Emergent's Lead Carpenter
Gerald Gaedtke
Lead Carpenter
Jaclyn Grahl Chief of Staff of Emergent Construction
Jaclyn Grahl Chief of Staff of Emergent Construction
Jaclyn Grahl
Chief of Staff
Jacob Lawrence, Emergent's Project Superintendent
Jacob Lawrence, Emergent's Project Superintendent
Jacob Lawrence
Project Superintendent
Jay Meissner, Cabinet Shop, CNC Operator
Jay Meissner, Cabinet Shop, CNC Operator
Jay Meissner
Cabinet Shop, CNC Operator
Jon Hendren, Emergent's Project Superintendent
Jon Hendren, Emergent's Project Superintendent
Jon Hendren
Project Superintendent
Lauren Chopp Emergent Design Intern
Lauren Chopp
Design + Admin Intern
Lori Wong, Designer
Lori Wong, Designer
Lori Wong
Designer
Lyndsie Lawrence, Cabinet Shop, Finisher
Lyndsie Lawrence, Cabinet Shop, Finisher
Lyndsie Lawrence
Cabinet Shop, Finisher
Matt Troyer, Emergent's Founder + CEO
Matt Troyer, Emergent's Founder + CEO
Matt Troyer
Founder + CEO
Project Design Specialist Project Design Specialist at Emergent Construction
Project Design Specialist Project Design Specialist at Emergent Construction
Mel Petkov
Project Design Specialist
Natalie Troyer, Designer
Natalie Troyer, Designer
Natalie Troyer
Designer
Nate Hershey, Project Superintendent
Nate Hershey, Project Superintendent
Nate Hershey
Project Superintendent
Rejan Campbell, Emergent's Architectural Designer
Rejan Campbell, Emergent's Architectural Designer
Rejan Campbell
Architectural Designer
Robert Oslo Emergent Shop Dog
Robert Oslo Emergent Shop Dog
Robert Oslo
Greeting Committee + Shop Dog
Sam Meyers Emergent Architectural Drafter
Sam Meyers Emergent Architectural Drafter
Sam Meyers
Architectural Drafter
Scott Dorton, Head of Construction
Scott Dorton, Head of Construction
Scott Dorton
Head of Construction
Wayne Cox, Purchasing + Internal Operations
Wayne Cox, Purchasing + Internal Operations
Wayne Cox
Purchasing + Internal Operations

2007 - 2012

We didn’t start with big plans or flashy goals. Family ties to architecture and construction shaped our roots and our work ethic. We built ourselves through side jobs, borrowed tools, and the kind of sweat equity that teaches you fast. Those early years taught us how to show up, solve problems, and earn trust.

Milestones:

  • Emergent Investments founded in 2007
  • Emergent Construction officially takes shape in 2012
  • Projects grow alongside our early team—weekend builds, investment properties, and expanding complexity
  • First office space secured at DeveloperTown (now MononWorks!)—our first taste of home base
Collage of images of Emergent Construction from 2007 through 2012.

2013 - 2016

By 2014, much of our work came from investor-driven projects—steady and fast-paced, but lacking sustainability and creativity—sparking a bigger question: Who are we building for, and why? That moment was a turning point as we pivoted and leaned harder into partnerships with clients who valued the process and our custom work. This shift wasn’t just about what we built—it changed how we worked, and who we became.

Milestones:

  • Shifted from investor-driven to client-facing work—focusing on homeowners, small businesses, and collaborative clients
  • Completed first ground-up custom home build
  • Strengthened internal values: collaboration, heart, integrity, and awareness
  • Partnered then acquired our cabinet shop in Beech Grove
Collage of images of Emergent Construction from 2013 through 2016.

2017 - 2019

These were the years we grew into ourselves. We moved into our first real home—shop and office under one roof—and sharpened the way we work. With the right people in place, design-build became more than a model. It became our mindset. One team, one roof, one shared standard. The pace picked up, and so did the purpose behind every project.

Milestones:

  • Opened combined HQ at 1202 E 23rd Street: Office + Cabinet Shop under one roof
  • Made key hires who elevated leadership and craftsmanship
  • Fully integrated design-build model took hold—from concept to completion
  • Client base and project scale grew as systems matured and culture took root
Collage of Emergent Construction images from 2017 through 2019

2020 - 2024

The pandemic forced a pause—but also opened space to refine how we work. We sharpened systems, adjusted roles, and pulled together. The strength of our team showed in the ways we carried each other—and the work—through uncertain times. These were the years we clarified not just what we do, but who we are—investing in the connections, communication, and care that define how we build. What people now recognize as “the Emergent experience” was truly solidified here.

Milestones:

  • Built out in-house drawing and design talent to deepen our design/build model
  • Built operational backbone with strategic hires and system improvements
  • Expanded in-house cabinet shop to bring craft even closer to every project
  • Grounded growth in values—letting them guide design, delivery, and culture
Collage of Emergent Construction images from 2020 through 2024.

2025 and Beyond

With growth in projects and custom millwork, more space became a must. In 2025, the cabinet shop expanded into the full East 23rd space, while our office returned to Winthrop—where it all began. Bringing us full circle (for now), with a stronger team, a clearer mission, and a deeper sense of purpose. We’re not here to be the biggest—we’re here to be the best partner for people who care about doing it right.

Milestones:

  • Moved back to Winthrop (MononWorks), our first HQ, with renewed clarity
  • Cabinet + Millwork team expanded into full 1202 E 23rd facility
  • New brand launched—rooted in trust, craft, and connection
  • Poised for what’s next: grounded, aligned, and built to last
collage of images of Emergent Construction from 2025 and beyond.
Architectural Woodworking Institute
Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis
Indiana Builders Association
National Association of Home Builders
National Association of the Remodeling Industry
National Kitchen and Bath Association