Start a project
Nashville · Middle Tennessee
Historic renovations.
Quality craftsmanship.
Residential and commercial construction in Middle Tennessee, completed with experienced crews, careful planning, and clear communication.
What customers can expect
Know what is happening.
Get the work done right.
Construction involves permits, challenging weather, changing site conditions, and many other moving parts. Forrest keeps you informed, coordinates skilled subcontractors, and addresses problems directly so your project stays on target.
See how projects are managed
Your point of contact
Meet Forrest Gray
Your experienced contact from the first site visit through the final walkthrough.
Forrest founded Smoky Mountain Building in 2018. Customers describe him as attentive, knowledgeable, responsive, and steady when a project becomes complicated. He coordinates the crews, communicates the next steps, and makes sure questions about quality are taken seriously.
Portfolio
See the quality
for yourself.
Recent work includes historic transformations, whole-home renovations, additions, pools, and all other exterior and interior projects across Middle Tennessee.
A New First Impression
Middle Tennessee · Exterior transformation
Crafted for Daily Living
Nashville · Custom finish carpentry
Lenore Street Residence
East Nashville · Kitchen & whole-home remodel
Construction services
One contractor for the whole project.
Smoky Mountain Building coordinates the subcontractors, materials, schedule, inspections, and details required to complete your project professionally.
Historic Renovations
Historic renovations, thoughtful additions, interior updates, and structural improvements that preserve original character while supporting comfortable, modern living.
New Homes & Additions
New homes, major additions, porches, patios, and outdoor spaces planned around your property, budget, and daily life.
Interior Work
Kitchens and bathrooms built for better function, with close attention to cabinetry, tile, fixtures, and finish quality.
Repairs & Exterior Work
Corrective repairs, siding, roofing, masonry, and exterior improvements completed by skilled, dependable crews.
How your project is managed
A clear plan from
start to finish.
You will know what comes next, who is responsible, and how decisions affect the budget and schedule.
-
01
Site Visit
We discuss your goals, inspect the property, and identify the scope of work.
-
02
Plan & Proposal
We coordinate plans and selections, then explain the work, price, and expected schedule.
-
03
Construction
Forrest coordinates the crews and keeps you informed as work, inspections, and decisions progress.
-
04
Final Review
We walk the project with you, address remaining details, and confirm the work is to your satisfaction.
Large, complex construction
“They completed it on time, on budget and exceeded our expectations. Forrest is an excellent communicator. We were clear every step of the way.”
Kathleen Kelly Google review · Middle Tennessee
Customer reviews
What homeowners say after the work is done.
“Forrest was attentive, knowledgeable, and unfazed by several corrective projects. Our questions about quality and competence were welcomed and taken seriously.”
Lai-King L. Renovation & corrective work · Nashville
“Forrest and his crew did all of that with quality work and in a reasonable time. I can’t even tell where the stairwell was. I feel like I have a new house.”
Larry M. Basement remodel · Nashville
“They showed up on the date and time as promised, responded promptly to questions, arranged the plumber, finished, painted, and cleaned up professionally.”
Abhi V. Home repair · Nashville
Discuss your project
Tell us what you
have in mind.
Share the project type, location, and expected investment. Forrest will review the details and contact you to discuss the next step.
615.669.9768