about
[
Who We Are
]
[
Who We Are
]
An Owner’s Perspective on Every Square Foot.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
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We work with the Utah's top companies
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Our Journey
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Our Journey
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Milestones in Our Growth
2016
2018
2021
2022
2024
2016
2018
2021
2022
2024
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
2016
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
2018
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
2021
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
2022
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
2024
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
2025
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
[
Meet Our Team
]
[
Meet Our Team
]
[
Meet Our Team
]
Precision Starts with People.
Austin Lundskog
Partner
Austin Lundskog
Partner
Austin Lundskog
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
about
[
Who We Are
]
[
Who We Are
]
An Owner’s Perspective on Every Square Foot.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
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We work with the Utah's top companies
[
Our Journey
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[
Our Journey
]
[
Our Journey
]
Milestones in Our Growth
2016
2018
2021
2022
2024
2016
2018
2021
2022
2024
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
2016
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
2018
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
2021
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
2022
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
2024
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
2025
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
[
Meet Our Team
]
[
Meet Our Team
]
[
Meet Our Team
]
Precision Starts with People.
Austin Lundskog
Partner
Austin Lundskog
Partner
Austin Lundskog
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
about
[
Who We Are
]
[
Who We Are
]
An Owner’s Perspective on Every Square Foot.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our story
Our story is rooted in the Western United States, born from a drive to create value where others see complexity. With a track record of over $200 million in developments, we evolved into a full-service firm that thinks like an investor because we are investors. From our headquarters in the historic Old Station in Logan, Utah, we continue to bridge the gap between visionary land development and long-term asset stability.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Mission
Our mission is to lead in commercial real estate by delivering disciplined solutions in investment, property management, and construction. We aim to build high-quality assets that resonate with markets and drive success for our partners.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
Our Values
We believe that true partnership requires an "owner’s mindset"—treating every project with the same diligence, fiscal responsibility, and attention to detail as if it were our own. Whether we are navigating tax-advantaged investments or managing a construction site, we operate with a commitment to integrity and the long-term prosperity of the communities we serve.
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We work with the Utah's top companies
[
Our Journey
]
[
Our Journey
]
[
Our Journey
]
Milestones in Our Growth
2016
2018
2021
2022
2024
2016
2018
2021
2022
2024
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
2016
A COMPANY IS BORN
Austin liquidates all his retirement accounts to buy a small self-storage facility in Salt Lake City.
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
2018
A NEW PARTNERSHIP
Over a shared date night special at Flemmings Steak House (not joking) John joins VÄSTRA enabling John & Austin to pursue their dreams of ground up development.
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
2021
CONTINUED GROWTH
After completing over 300k sq/f of commercial and self storage development projects, the guys are starting to think they’re on to something.
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
2022
CHANGE OF COURSE
The VÄSTRA team decides to pivot from building self storage throughout the western US to building commercial properties here in Cache Valley.
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
2024
NEW OPPORTUNITY
VÄSTRA adds in house commercial brokerage & general contractor to further enhance its development capabilities in the Cache Valley area.
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
2025
CONTINUED GROWTH
Added Jaron as a Partner in addition to adding 6 other team members. VÄSTRA begins construction on their new headquarters in a former city fire station.
[
Meet Our Team
]
[
Meet Our Team
]
[
Meet Our Team
]
Precision Starts with People.
Austin Lundskog
Partner
Austin Lundskog
Partner
Austin Lundskog
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
John Hardy
Partner
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Jaron Knowles
Partner | Construction
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Kelly Haws
Director of Operations
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage
Anna Martinez
VP of Brokerage