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Our Team

At Hudson Valley Preservation we prioritize the wellbeing of our team, clients, and environment.

HVP is consistently striving to develop leadership within our team by recognizing and supporting everyone’s unique talents, aspirations, and contributions. We accomplish this by empowering our team to make their own decisions/choices but welcome check-ins for feedback and brainstorming solutions. Our motto: Don’t be afraid to make mistakes

MASON LORD

Founder, Managing Partner, & Rain Maker

DAVE SEEGERS

Partner, Design to Production Coordinator, & Value Engineering Guru

NANCY MEYER

Operations & Finance Manager,  Carpenter & Influencer

BRIAN PYNN

Project Manager & Carpenter

BELLA DUMITRASCU

Marketing & Operations Associate
 

RYAN NELSON

Carpenter & Exceptional chef who inspires our palate

ROB DASHNAW

Carpenter, Creative Linguist, & Music Man

DOMINIC GIORDANO

Carpenter, Designer, & Computer Aficionado

ELLIOT NOYES

Carpenter, Woodworker, & Tree Hugger

CHRIS GREEN

Lead Carpenter

SMOKEY

& ALL OUR VALUED PARTNERS

MASON LORD

Founder, Managing Partner, & Rain Maker

Mason founded HVP in 1991 with a vision of integrating assessment, design and building knowledge while maintaining close client relations and communication. After obtaining a degree from Duke University, he apprenticed as a restoration craftsman with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. His passion for quality construction and historic preservation has been critical for HVP’s award winning recognition along with his combined knowledge of architecture, engineering, traditional trades and history gained from nearly 40 years of experience with old and new buildings. Mason brings a unique approach to every project by acquiring a thorough understanding of the existing conditions of a structure and can visualize the future potential embodied within.

DAVE SEEGERS

Partner, Design to Production Coordinator, & Value Engineering Guru

Dave came to HVP in 1996 as a high-energy, detail-oriented craftsman and a creative problem-solver. He graduated from college with a degree in Geology but found his passion was in building. He is a skilled project manager and is particularly good at figuring out the best way to build a design – using the right materials and techniques for the job. He has the unique ability to juggle inevitable changing variables to keep the project rolling along smoothly. He skillfully balances the needs of client, design team, contractors, and construction crew and he is HVP’s secret weapon in completing building projects on time, while managing financial expectations for all parties – especially the homeowner.

NANCY MEYER

Operations & Finance Manager,  Carpenter & Influencer

A 1992 graduate of Georgian College of Applied Arts & Technology majoring in Business Marketing, Nancy grew up in Canada and worked in marketing, accounting, and public relations before moving to the U.S. Joining HVP in 2018, Nancy started part time as an office assistant before expanding her role to full time. She has added carpenter to the many hats she currently wears. She brings creative attention to project details and a cheerful attitude to the job site and in the office. She is helping change stereotypes of who a carpenter is, as well as bridging the gap between the office and the field.

BRIAN PYNN

Project Manager & Carpenter

Brian is an experienced project manager who joined the team in 2023. Before moving to Connecticut, Brian managed large-scale commercial construction and worked on everything from 100+ family luxury apartments to renovations of New York skyscrapers. Brian brings his formal training in construction management (SUNY Delhi, 2015) with lifelong, hands-on experience in the trades. Growing up, Brian worked side by side with his father and uncles on projects that taught him the trades from demo to finish. Brian lives in New Milford with his wife and son and enjoys the quietness of mountain living almost as much as he enjoys planning a project.

Bella Dumitrascu

Marketing & Operations Associate

Bella graduated from the University of Denver with a degree in Strategic Communication and Marketing in June of 2023 and brings a fresh perspective to the HVP team. Raised in Kent, Bella transitioned into her full-time role after working on the marketing committee of SPARK Kent 2023.

In her role at HVP, Bella manages marketing and sales initiatives, ensuring a strong relationship between HVP and their clients. Simultaneously, she organizes TradesUp marketing efforts and coordinates SPARK Kent. As a skilled storyteller, she focuses on attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of her work reflects the high standards upheld by both HVP and TradesUp.

Bella enjoys watching the English Premier League and exploring the beautiful Litchfield Hills.

RYAN NELSON

Carpenter & Exceptional chef who inspires our palate

Ryan grew up in the Hudson Valley, and began working as a carpenter in his family’s business. Growing up “hammer-in-hand,” so to speak, he developed a well-rounded knowledge of both new and remodel construction. He joined HVP in the Fall of 2021, and relishes the opportunity to add a deeper knowledge of building science and best practices to his already formidable skill. Residing in the area now with his girlfriend, son, and their cat Roosevelt, he enjoys hiking, gardening, and trying his hand in all things culinary in his spare time.

ROB DASHNAW

Carpenter, Creative Linguist, and Music man

After starting his career as a struggling musician/waiter, Rob has been in construction since 2000 when he joined a company in California building straw bale homes, working as a laborer. Since then, he has worked as a carpenter in many different areas of specialty – running kitchen remodels in Oregon, framing banks, and most recently installing cabinets and trim in new construction in New York. Although much of his experience is in “traditional” construction, he brings passion and interest to building science concepts. He is a proud dad, engaged to his sweetheart of 35 years, and spends his free time with his family, writing/recording music, and playing multiple musical instruments.

DOMINIC GIORDANO

Carpenter, Designer, and Computer Aficionado

Dom  joined HVP in January of 2022 after graduating early from SUNY Cortland, earning his bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and Public Policy. Excited to expand his skills and knowledge, Dom works in both the field and office apprenticing as a carpenter as well as learning to design and draft to allow clients to see the changes they wish to make in real time. In his free time, Dom enjoys gaming, creating 3D objects, tinkering with electronics and spending time with family.

ELLIOT NOYES

Carpenter, Woodworker, & Tree Hugger

From a young age, Elliot has found great pride and satisfaction in creating things with his own hands. Through pure interest and tenacity, he has taught himself the art of construction. He joined HVP in October 2023, after graduating from Arlington High School, to expand his carpentry skills and understanding of building science. In his free time, Elliot enjoys building woodworking projects and spending time with his family and his two dogs.

CHRIS GREEN

Lead Carpenter

Interested in music from an early age, Chris got a degree in applied trombone from Virginia Commonwealth University. After college, Chris found gainful employment at Restoration Builders of Virginia, focused mainly on Richmond’s historic areas. This was the beginning of a lifelong interest in buildings, design, and the pursuit of building excellence. Since 1987, he’s restored old houses, made windows and doors, and matched historic millwork. He has designed and built kitchens, bathrooms, and additions, always searching for good designs and creative solutions.

As an editor/photographer at Fine Homebuilding Magazine in the early 2000s, Chris was particularly interested in promoting craftmanship, testing jobsite tools, and in furthering his knowledge of green building. Chris joined HVP in 2026 and lives in New Milford with his wife and two little dogs.

VALUED PARTNERS

Since we are only as good as the people we work with, we have over time carefully assembled a group of contractors, consultants, and suppliers whose professionalism and expertise we rely on for specialized knowledge in important areas like heating, air conditioning, lighting, plumbing, or preservation services like house histories. These professionals are critical in both the design and execution of a successful project. We work together to ensure that your project is given the attention it deserves every step of the way.