Meet the Team Behind Sentry Point Builders: The People Driving Coastal Craftsmanship in RI & CT
When you decide to build a custom coastal home or undertake a major whole-house remodel, you aren’t just investing in materials and floor plans. You are investing in the people holding the hammers, managing the permits, creating the design layouts, and answering your phone calls at 8:00 AM.
At Sentry Point Builders, we believe that exceptional home transformations start with an exceptional team. Serving homeowners in Westerly, Watch Hill, Narragansett, Stonington, and Mystic, our team brings together over 50 years of combined experience across real estate development, architectural interior design, project coordination, and hands-on master craftsmanship.
Our core methodology—“Design-First, Build-Second”—is built around seamless collaboration. Below, meet the dedicated professionals who power Sentry Point and learn how each role contributes to making your dream project run on time, on budget, and stress-free.
Leadership & Vision: Building Value for Communities & Families
Every successful construction project needs strong guidance from day one. Our leadership team bridges the gap between high-level real estate strategy and detailed architectural execution.
Beau Lucas | Owner & Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS)
- Beau combines a natural passion for design with decades of experience building high-performing construction teams.
- How He Delivers for You: Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Beau oversees projects of every scale—from custom decks to multi-story coastal additions. As a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS), Beau designs spaces that evolve alongside your family’s needs, allowing homeowners to enjoy their coastal retreat for a lifetime.
- Key Advantage: A focus on longevity, universal accessibility, and open collaboration.
Dan Cunningham | Owner & Strategic Developer
- Dan brings over a decade of high-level experience in real estate development, spanning single-family custom builds, multi-family properties, and commercial projects.
- How He Delivers for You: Dan looks at your home through two lenses: functional luxury and long-term investment. He ensures that every whole-home remodel or custom home build enhances your daily lifestyle while maximizing equity in competitive coastal markets like Southern Rhode Island.
- Key Advantage: Strategic project management that protects your financial investment from day one.
Interior Design: Turning Concepts into Actionable Blueprints
Before a single board is cut or tile is laid, a project must be fully envisioned on paper. That is where our design department shines.
Laura Zurita | Interior Designer
- Originally from Mexico and now based in Rhode Island, Laura brings a global aesthetic perspective paired with rigorous technical structure.
- How She Delivers for You: Laura works directly with clients to translate ideas into clear, organized spatial layouts, material selections, and custom mill-work designs. She bridges the gap between architectural concept and field construction, preventing costly order changes or design missteps during the build.
- Key Advantage: Stress-free design development that gives you complete confidence in your choices before construction begins. Explore our Project Portfolios to see her design work in action.
Operations & Coordination: The Engine Behind Seamless Communication
A major complaint homeowners have about general contractors is poor communication. At Sentry Point, our dedicated coordination team ensures you are never left guessing about schedules or budgets.
“Communication isn’t an afterthought at Sentry Point—it’s built into our daily operations.”
Ashley | Executive Coordinator
- Holding a BFA in Fine Arts from the University of Rhode Island and raised by property superintendents, Ashley possesses a unique mix of artistic vision and practical trade knowledge in carpentry, painting, and maintenance.
- How She Delivers for You: Ashley acts as the administrative nerve center of Sentry Point. She keeps workflows organized, schedules lined up, and project updates flowing smoothly between homeowners, vendors, and site crews.
- Key Advantage: Clear, approachable, and prompt communication so you always know where your project stands.
James | Operations & Project Coordinator
- Bringing a disciplined military background and extensive experience in real estate management, James approaches construction logistics with a solution-oriented mindset.
- How He Delivers for You: Construction involves dozens of moving parts—from town permits in Stonington to specialized sub-contractor scheduling in South County. James manages off-site logistics and operations so that field crews have the resources they need to keep projects on track.
- Key Advantage: Military-grade operational discipline that keeps projects moving forward without unnecessary downtime.
Field Execution & Craftsmanship: Quality Above All Else
Paper plans and schedules mean nothing without precise execution on the construction site.
Ant | Project Manager
- Ant carries forward more than 20 years of family-taught trade expertise specializing in structural updates, aesthetic remodeling, and high-end tile installation.
- How He Delivers for You: Ant lives by a simple philosophy: Quality over speed. As the boots-on-the-ground lead, he oversees daily site progress, ensuring every structural beam is plumb and every custom tile layout is flawless. His ability to take Laura’s design layouts and bring them to physical life is unmatched.
- Key Advantage: Direct site oversight by a master craftsman who refuses to take shortcuts. Learn more about our hands-on approach to Remodeling & Renovations.
Real Estate Strategy: Maximizing Market Value
Bill | Real Estate Resource & Finance Advisor
- A licensed real estate broker across four states with a degree in finance, Bill brings deep industry knowledge regarding private property rights and market dynamics.
- How He Delivers for You: Bill provides contrarian, highly strategic insights into regional real estate trends, ensuring that your room addition, basement finish, or custom build yields superior market value.
- Key Advantage: Financial clarity and property value guidance before you commit to major capital improvements.
Common Homeowner Questions Answered
You will have dedicated support from our coordination team (Ashley and James) for administrative and scheduling needs, alongside direct communication with your Project Manager (Ant) and project owners (Dan and Beau) during active construction.
By pairing our Interior Designer (Laura) with our Project Manager (Ant) during the initial planning phase, we identify potential structural or material issues before construction starts. This eliminates unexpected change orders and costly budget overruns.
Yes! In addition to luxury Custom Home Building, our team offers dedicated Handyman Services and seasonal property maintenance for coastal homeowners throughout Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Why the Sentry Point Team Model Works for You
Building or remodeling a coastal home shouldn’t feel chaotic. By combining design expertise, real estate investment strategy, rigorous operational discipline, and master craftsmanship under one roof, Sentry Point Builders takes the friction out of residential construction.
- Integrated Design-Build: Fewer delays and unified accountability.
- Local Coastal Expertise: In-depth knowledge of local zoning, flood plane requirements, and New England building codes.
- Uncompromising Standard: A shared commitment to treating your home with the care and dignity it deserves.
Ready to Bring Your Coastal Dream Home to Life?
Whether you are planning a whole-home renovation in Mystic, a custom build in Watch Hill, or an addition in Westerly, our team is ready to guide you through every step of the journey.