Managing design details shouldn’t slow you down. our real-world experience as general contractors means we design homes that respect the people who build them—keeping your projects on schedule, on budget, and stress-free.

better plans. Smoother builds.

construction roadblocks are hurting your bottom line

Blueprints that ignore the build process

Permitting delays that waste time

Designs that look great on paper but don’t work on-site

At Cover, we provide buildable plans and full- these headaches through comprehensive, builder-friendly designs and streamlined support, Ensuring you can build with confidence.

How do we tackle these problems?

✔ General Contractors & Engineers First

We design with builders in mind—because we’ve been in your shoes.

✔ Local Expertise

We know Nashville’s permitting and labor landscape inside and out.

✔ trusted network

Our established relationships help you source and schedule smoothly.

✔ hands-on approach

We get our hands dirty, ensuring every detail is executed throughout the project lifecycle, not just the final walkthrough.

✔ long-term thinking

We are committed to durability and usability for the future, making callbacks a thing of the past.

what we stand for

  • We think beyond the blueprint. As experienced general contractors, we understand every design decision has real impact. We balance great architecture with smart use of time, materials, and energy, creating spaces that work for the people, the community, and the environment.

  • We design for you, not our egos. Collaboration with homeowners and contractors is our priority, not self-promotion or awards.

  • We believe designs should work. Real spaces built by real people require a real-world perspective, so we value function over finishes and implementation over Instagram.

  • We keep the big picture in mind. Every project is designed to serve its owners while respecting its surroundings and history. We’re not just building for today—we’re caretakers for this moment, committed to creating durable, adaptable spaces that hold up for the next generation.

our approach

Designed for the Real World. Built for Longevity.

human-centered design

Practical, realistic, and ready for construction.

    • Layouts for your lifestyle

    • Efficient use of time and materials

    • Future-proofed, adaptable designs

    • Seamless integration

comprehensive plan sets

40–50 page drawing sets with no guesswork—just clear, executable designs.

    • Interior & Exterior Isometric Views

    • Plan Views

    • Site Plan with ISR (Impervious Surface Ratio)

    • Demolition Plans

    • Concrete & Foundation Plans

    • Roof Plan

    • Electrical, HVAC & Plumbing Plans

    • Grading, Drainage & Downspouts

    • Reflected Ceiling Plan (RCP)

    • Detail Sections

END-TO-END support

We handle the details—permitting, material selection, and coordination—so you don’t have to.

    • Fixture & Finish Selection

    • Pre-approved Designs

    • Zoning, Stormwater, and Historic Reviews

    • Variance Assistance

    • Tailored Schedules & Cashflow Estimates

    • Pipeline Forecasting

OUR TEAM

  • Clayton Lainhart

    FOUNDER

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    A Nashville native, Clayton grew up in a house built by his father, a residential general contractor. From an early age, he was exposed to building and renovating homes, often spending Saturday mornings helping his dad complete projects for Habitat for Humanity, a cause still near and dear to the (Lain)hart.

    Upon receiving a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech in 2011, Clayton spent the next 10 years gaining project management experience, the last five of those coming at Advent where he worked on many projects including the Lasch Football Building renovations at Penn State, the Dallas Cowboys world headquarters at The Star in Frisco, Texas and renovations at the AT&T Executive Center in Dallas, Texas.

    Clayton and his wife, Helen, live in Brentwood with their daughter, Charlotte, and 2 sons, Jack and Hank. When he’s not bringing your build vision to life, Clayton can be found tinkering with cars, working on a personal furniture project, or throwing catfish onto the ice at Preds games.

  • Amelia Young

    DESIGN DIRECTOR

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    From an early age, Amelia dreamed of putting her creative instincts to work, and that dream carried her from Pittsburgh to Penn State, where she earned her Bachelor of Architecture and a reputation for turning big ideas into well-crafted, buildable spaces. With nearly a decade of experience ranging from technical design at Advent to running her own studio, she brings both creativity and precision to every project.

    Since collaborating with Clayton on her first project, Amelia has been a key part of the team. She works closely with clients to define their goals, then partners with contractors to ensure those ideas are clearly documented, technically sound, and ready to build. From mood boards to build sets, she’s a strong communicator who knows how to keep projects moving forward.

    Amelia and her fiancé, a fellow Penn State architecture grad, live in New Haven, CT. When she’s not dreaming about a life traveling abroad, she stays grounded by lifting heavy at her local CrossFit gym. Give her a call when it’s time to move in the furniture.

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