A spacious kitchen and dining area with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a vaulted wooden ceiling with exposed beams. There is a round dining table with black chairs, chandeliers, large windows with curtains, potted plants, and seating at the kitchen island.

Where Every Space Feels Like an Exhale

Building custom comes with a lot of responsibility, and we take that seriously. Our role is to anticipate challenges, protect your investment, and make sure nothing important falls through the cracks. With experienced oversight and steady communication, we help you move through the process feeling grounded — knowing your project is being handled with care and intention.

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Meet the Builder Behind the Work

  • AJ Guarino. Founder of Guarino Construction in Colorado Springs, CO.

    AJ Guarino

    Founder & CEO

  • "A well-built home should work quietly in the background- supporting comfort, health, and everyday life."

    Guarino Construction is led by AJ Guarino, owner and founder. AJ’s approach to building is rooted in craftsmanship, performance, and a deep respect for how spaces impact the people who live and work in them.

    Long before high-performance and energy-efficient homes became mainstream, AJ was focused on building smarter, more efficient structures — homes designed to perform well, feel comfortable, and use resources responsibly. That early commitment continues to shape his work today, influencing everything from building systems to material choices and long-term durability.

    AJ also has a deep passion for timber framing, where structure and beauty are inseparable. To further his understanding of this craft, he traveled to Japan to study alongside master craftspeople, learning traditional timber framing techniques that emphasize precision, patience, and intention. Those lessons continue to guide how he approaches every project — with care for both the visible details and the unseen systems that make a building truly work.

    Today, AJ leads each project hands-on, guiding clients with clarity, steady communication, and thoughtful oversight. The result is custom homes and workspaces that are well built, highly efficient, and designed to support everyday living and working — now and well into the future.

“We weren’t local during our build, but Guarino Construction made us feel completely involved. The photos, videos, and consistent updates made it feel like we were right there every step of the way. We always knew what was happening, and that made the whole experience far less stressful and so enjoyable! ”

Ed Carlson

Why Guarino?

01. Close Collaboration

By managing the project ourselves, we are able to ensure that all that hands that are working on your project are high quality, running efficiently, and executing your vision to perfection.

02. Client Experience & Communication

We take your investment seriously and that fuels our desire to provide the best client experience. You can count on regular communication and project updates, so you can be at ease knowing your home is in good hands.

03. Exploration & Innovation

Our clients take us to styles around the world for their dream homes. After decades of building, we’ve come across just about every design style you can think of…but we love to discover more. We regularly find ways to innovate our processes and implement unique design styles to give our clients homes that are truly one-of-a-kind.

Interior view of a house hallway with stone tile flooring, wooden beams on the ceiling, a staircase with a wooden and black metal railing, and a large window showing trees and a house outside. There are chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and potted plants near the window.
Timber Dreams. Guarino Construction authentic timberframe home build. (Living Room)
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