It all started on a small plane bound for Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in the winter of 1989.

Mike Luciano and Patrick McGarry, both born-and-raised in New York, first crossed paths in 1989 on a flight to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Each was headed west to pursue his passion—skiing. That chance meeting at 33,000 feet sparked a connection and life long friendship.

Nearly a year later, Mike joined Patrick in remodeling Vera Wang’s (world class fashion designer) luxury apartment in Manhattan. That project marked the beginning of not just a thriving professional partnership, but a 35-year friendship filled with incredible experiences. Since then, Patrick and Mike have worked side by side in New York City, Connecticut, and the Western Slope of Colorado, including Aspen and Vail.

With over 80 years of combined experience, in 2023 they decided to make it official and launch Aspen Valley Construction.


  • Owner | Director of Construction Operations

    After an honorable discharge from the United States Air Force in 1986, Patrick immediately began a career in real estate construction, development and construction management. In his first 10 years he gained valuable experience working in Greenwich Connecticut building luxury custom homes and performing very high-end remodels in Manhattan for exclusive clientele.

    After moving to the Aspen Valley in 1995, Patrick has held roles with local custom home builders serving as Operations Director building luxury homes in the Aspen, Snowmass and the Vail market place. During this time, Patrick developed a unique ability to navigate the very complex world of permit application, entitlements and compliance with building departments rules, regulations and procedures. This extensive experience combined with his conscientious approach to treating clients like family, defines exactly who Aspen Valley Construction is, and why they enjoy warm relationships with customers for over 25 years.

Meet the Owners.

Meet Patrick and Mike, the driving force behind Aspen Valley Construction.


  • Owner | Director of Business Operations

    A distinguished professional in real estate development, construction and sales; in 1983, Mike earned his Business Administration degree from St. Michaels College in Vermont. With a noteworthy career spanning New York, Missouri and Colorado, Mike arrived in the Roaring Fork Valley in 1995 as Director of Sales & Marketing at Aspen Glen; a gated Jack Nicklaus signature golf course community in the Aspen Valley. Since then, he served as an Owners Representative on real estate projects exceeding $150 million in value.

    Beyond his professional achievements, he has contributed to the community as an Eagle County Commissioner on the Mid-Valley Future Land Use Commission. With a real estate Independent Brokers license maintained for 35 years, Mike’s dedication to creating warm relationships with clients is unwavering.

What does Aspen Valley Construction do?

Aspen Valley Construction builds custom homes, performs remodels & additions, and helps guide clients through investment & speculation properties.

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