Custom Home Construction
Planning and construction for one-of-a-kind homes, including complex rooflines, exposed structural wood and high-end finish details.
Explore custom homesFoley Construction Inc. · Yelm, Washington
Custom Home Builder in Yelm and South Puget Sound
Custom homes should respond to the land, the people who will live there and the way the structure will be used for decades. Foley Construction Inc. brings hands-on building experience, complex woodwork skills and a practical approach to residential projects across the greater South Puget Sound area.
Built around your site and your vision
Custom Construction With an Experienced Builder at the Center
Foley Construction works directly with homeowners who want more than a standard production house. Projects can begin with an existing plan, a rough concept or a specific construction challenge. Mark Foley helps turn that starting point into a buildable sequence, coordinating the details that connect site conditions, structural systems, materials and finish work.
The company’s work has included conventional custom homes, insulated concrete form construction, earth-bermed homes, exposed beams, log details, decks, gazebos, custom cabinets and carefully finished interior elements. That range is especially useful when a project combines structural work with distinctive craftsmanship.
Residential construction services
From Specialized Homes to Outdoor Structures
ICF and Earth-Bermed Homes
Specialized construction for homeowners interested in durable wall systems, thermal performance and site-responsive design.
Learn about ICF homesDecks, Gazebos and Carpentry
Outdoor living spaces and custom woodwork designed as permanent, well-integrated parts of the property.
View deck servicesA distinct specialty
Energy-Conscious Homes That Work With the Site
Insulated Concrete Form Homes
ICF construction uses concrete placed between insulating forms to create a continuous wall assembly. It can be a strong option for homeowners who value durability, reduced air leakage and steady interior comfort. Foley Construction can help evaluate whether ICF fits the site, design and project goals.
ICF construction details →Earth-Bermed Homes
Earth-bermed homes place soil against selected exterior walls and require careful structural, drainage, waterproofing and site planning. Mark Foley has built multiple bermed homes and lives in one, bringing first-hand knowledge to this uncommon construction method.
Earth-bermed home planning →Craftsmanship shaped by boatbuilding
Complex Woodwork, Practical Problem Solving
Originally from New Zealand, Mark Foley comes from three generations of boat builders. That background developed an eye for compound angles, structural wood connections and clean finish work. After settling in Washington State in 1990, he applied those skills to residential construction, log beams, cabins, cabinets and outdoor structures.
For a homeowner, that experience matters when a project includes details that do not fit a simple catalog solution. The objective is not ornament for its own sake, but a durable result in which structure, proportion and finish work together.
About Mark Foley
How the work moves forward
A Direct, Builder-Led Process
- Initial conversation.Describe the property, the type of project, your priorities and the stage of planning.
- Site and scope review.Identify access, utilities, grading, structural questions and decisions that affect feasibility.
- Planning and estimate.Clarify responsibilities, materials, allowances, schedule assumptions and the sequence of construction.
- Construction and coordination.Keep the work moving through inspections, trade coordination, structural stages and finish details.
“Mark really listened to me and saw my vision.”
— Marion Pollmann, Olympia, WA
One conversation, a clear next step
Start With the Property and the Work You Want to Accomplish
Whether the project is a custom home, an ICF or earth-bermed structure, a substantial deck or a detailed carpentry assignment, the first step is a practical discussion. Share the project location, available plans, approximate timing and any site constraints you already know.
Foley Construction serves Yelm and considers projects throughout the greater South Puget Sound area based on scope and scheduling.
Common questions
Custom Construction FAQ
What types of projects does Foley Construction take on?
The company focuses on custom residential construction, specialized ICF and earth-bermed homes, decks, gazebos, exposed-beam work, log details, cabinets and other substantial carpentry projects. Project availability depends on location, scope and schedule.
Can you work from plans I already have?
Yes. Existing plans can be reviewed as a starting point. Site conditions, local requirements, structural details and the desired finish level may require revisions before construction.
Do you build outside Yelm?
Foley Construction serves the greater South Puget Sound area. Projects in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Rainier, Roy, McKenna, Tenino and nearby communities may be considered depending on the work.
How do I prepare for an initial call?
Have the project address, a short description, any plans or photographs, an approximate size and your preferred timing available. For new homes, note whether you already own the land and whether utilities or site studies have begun.