Committed to achieving beauty and function at an elemental level across the Bluegrass region– and beyond.
Custom Home Building
Terra Firma Construction manages and executes the most unique custom residential projects—from imagination to reality.
- New Construction
- Conceptual Budgeting
- Design/Build
- Complex Project Management
- Structural Concrete
- Sitework & Preparation
- Grading
Renovation
Terra Firma Construction transforms spaces to accommodate new uses and forms — from kitchen remodels to new additions.
- Design/Build
- Conceptual Building
- Complex Project Management
- Historic Structures
- Adaptive Reuse
- Remodeling
- Structural Concrete
- Site Work & Preparation
- Grading
Farm Construction
Terra Firma Construction builds lasting facilities for working farms—from barns to culverts.
- New Construction
- Design/Build
- Conceptual Building
- Complex Project Management
- Structural Concrete
- Site Work & Preparation
- Grading
- Debris Removal
Our Story
Achieving function and beauty is why we’re in this business.
Deeply connected to the special culture and unrivaled rural landscape that defines the Bluegrass Region, this relationship with place drives our passion to build legacy projects, and build them right.
Our process is rooted in collaboration, embracing budgetary and environmental constraints, and seizing opportunities in design, form, and performance to bring your dream project to fruition.
Blending Kentucky vernacular styles with contemporary elements achieves a language that tells a compelling story about the history, people, and shared moments inhabiting the spaces we create.
It’s about community, and improving the built environment in ways that not only enrich our lives, but also the world around us.
We look forward to embarking on this journey with you.
Services
"While at Dean Builds, Matt was a key member of the team—from project management to bid estimation and business development. Matt’s engineering background, attention to detail, construction knowledge and network of colleagues helped Deanbuilds tackle several complex commercial projects in the region. I know he will bring these same assets to the table for his clients, making Terra Firma Construction a great success."
President, Dean Builds
"Knox and Matt have a great eye for design, while building residential projects that really perform. No detail is too small, and they champion their clients' interests with great team work, communication, and respect for the numbers. They love the Bluegrass, and this drives everything they do. They are not only friends, but colleagues and I highly recommend their services."
Real Estate Agent
Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty
"I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Knox and Matt on a number of challenging and inspired projects. Their dedication to and passion for quality design and craftsmanship is second to none as they approach every endeavor with a level of precision that always culminates in an exceptional project."
Principal Architect
Gibson Taylor Thompson Architecture & Design
"While at Dean Builds, Matt was a key member of the team—from project management to bid estimation and business development. Matt’s engineering background, attention to detail, construction knowledge and network of colleagues helped Deanbuilds tackle several complex commercial projects in the region. I know he will bring these same assets to the table for his clients, making Terra Firma Construction a great success."
President, Dean Builds
"It has been an honor to know and work with Knox and Matt independently. Matt worked with me on the construction of Apiary, and was conscientious and fastidious in his workmanship. I worked closely with Knox as a Board member and contributor of Fayette Alliance while she was executive director. She was always professional, highly transparent, and her integrity was unquestioned. As contractors and business partners, they will exemplify these qualities for their clients."
CEO G.F.
Vaughan Tobacco Inc.
"Tributes to Terrafirma and Knox and Matt Pfister! They did a masterful job in the restoration of our Shanklin House. From the planning stages to the completion of the project, they worked closely with us, with attention to detail, meticulously overseeing the project. Always we found Knox and Matt to be very professional and creatively talented. In the restoration of an early 1800’s home, there are always problems that are seemingly unsolvable, but they are phenomenal problem solvers. Their subs, too, are highly skilled and very competent. Always delightful to work with, always ready to be helpful in matters large and small. Our end product! Wow! Amazing! Beyond expectations and worthy of all the accolades they are receiving from our guests!"
Owners
SHANKLIN HOUSE
