Hunter is President of Mantell-Hecathorn Builders and is responsible for all daily operations. Our standards of quality and commitment to certified high performance homes require Hunter’s exceptional knowledge and supervision of project to meet these goals. Hunter oversees every aspect of each project, including design, budget, value engineering, building science, scheduling and quality control. All of our clients count on Hunter’s communication skills, personal oversight and integrity. He personally dedicates time to each client as well as onsite supervision. His knowledge of building science and high performance technique and standards is without match in Southwest Colorado.

Hunter has worked in the business since he was a teenager, helping him to develop a strong work ethic and learn the importance of honesty and integrity in all aspects of life. Hunter came to Durango, Colorado in 1999 to study Geology at Fort Lewis College, and fell in love with the area. His love of mountain biking, skiing, hiking and backpacking kept him in Durango beyond his years at Fort Lewis. He soon realized that nothing could replace the satisfaction and creative stimulation he gained from building.

Hunter has immersed himself in every aspect of the business and has dedicated himself to building science and focused his education to energy efficient building practices. Hunter takes continuing education classes, attends seminars, webinars and conferences to ensure that his knowledge is current with the most innovative technology, materials, and building practices.



When not working, he most values spending time with his wife of 16 years, Miranda and their daughters, Maya (13) and Olivia (9). Hunter also enjoys pursuing his passion of photography, along with family camping in the desert and mountains. Occasional trips to his family cabin in the Brooks Range of Alaska along with joining in the get togethers of Miranda's multigenerational Durango family.

Miranda began working with Mantell-Hecathorn Builders in 2011 following a 10-year career as a legal assistant and business administrator for a local civil attorney.



As Vice President Miranda oversees day-to-day operations, internal processes, business accounting, and is lead on Client Budget Management and Invoicing. On a larger scale, she oversees and makes final decisions for marketing and business strategies. Her experience in the civil legal field provides additional knowledge of legalese on national, state, and local compliance regulations.

Miranda was born and raised in Durango and remains personally and professionally connected throughout the Durango community. She graduated from Fort Lewis College with a Bachelor’s Degree in English Communications with an emphasis on Secondary Education. As a small business owner, community connection and support is a major priority- Miranda and Mantell-Hecathorn Builders support many local education and non-profit organizations to give back to our amazing town. She is a member of the Professional Women’s Network, the Home Builders Association of Southwest Colorado, Associated General Contractors and serves on the board for DCA.

When she isn’t in the office, Miranda enjoys spending time with her two daughters Maya (12) and Olivia (9), chocolate lab Selby (4), friends and family. She enjoys taking advantage of living in such a beautiful area and is grateful to be in a location where it’s a short drive to the mountains, desert and surrounding lakes. Miranda and Hunter enjoy spending their summers camping, paddleboarding, hiking and boating. She also enjoys vacationing and experiencing different cities and cultures, taking part in craft groups and clubs.