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About Matt

Since founding Matthew Bowe Design Build, now Alair Homes Hunt Country, in 2005, Matt has overseen the construction and renovation of more than 350 custom homes, building a reputation for exceptional quality and attention to detail. Matt's skillset encompasses design, engineering, architectural design, and appropriate material usage, allowing him to approach construction projects with a holistic perspective.

Beyond his construction expertise, Matt is a seasoned expert witness, having testified in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and courtroom proceedings. His proficiency in various phases of residential construction makes him a sought-after expert for both plaintiffs and defense in construction-related disputes. His testimony is valued for its clarity, precision, and comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

Matt hails from Long Island, New York and moved to Virginia in the 1988 not long after graduating from Purdue University with a degree in Building Construction Technology.

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