Design Well. Build Well. Furnish Well.
Built Well for Your Wellbeing
A home should do more than look beautiful—it should elevate the way you live. At Living Stone Design + Build, every home is thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted to promote healthier living, lasting comfort, and timeless beauty. Through exceptional craftsmanship, innovative building science, and an unwavering commitment to your wellbeing, we create extraordinary homes that enrich everyday life for generations.
30+ Years of Design-Build Experience
Showroom in Asheville
Nationally Recognized Custom Home Builder
Quality Craftsmanship from Start to Finish
Who We Are
Living Stone Design + Build is a top award-winning design+build firm, based in Asheville, NC, building across Western NC, Upstate SC, and Eastern TN.
For over 30 years, our integrated team has guided clients through every phase—from architectural design and pre-construction to final build—under one cohesive process.
Every home is thoughtfully designed to enhance the way you live, combining timeless architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and healthier building practices. The result is a home that is as enduring as it is beautiful—crafted to support your wellbeing for generations.
“I believe what truly sets Living Stone apart is the value we build into every home.
Through our eight levels of service, proven certifications, rigorous building practices, and third-party verification of efficiency and healthy-home performance, we don’t simply build beautiful homes—we build homes designed to perform better, live healthier, and deliver lasting value.
My goal is for every client to look back years from now and know they made a wise investment, with no regrets.”
— Sean Sullivan, Founder, Living Stone Design + Build
Explore Our Building Solutions
From fully custom homes to carefully crafted renovations, commercial projects, and pre-designed plans, discover the path that best fits your vision and lifestyle.
Custom Homes
Every custom home begins with your vision. We thoughtfully design and expertly craft one-of-a-kind residences that reflect your lifestyle, prioritize your wellbeing, and are built to stand the test of time.
Renovations & Remodels
Whether you’re restoring a cherished home or reinventing your living spaces, our renovations seamlessly combine inspired design, premium materials, and meticulous craftsmanship to enhance both beauty and everyday living.
Commercial Construction
From offices and hospitality spaces to unique commercial environments, we bring the same level of craftsmanship and attention to detail found in our homes to every commercial project we build.
Pre-Designed Plans
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Let’s Talk About Your Project
Every commercial project begins with a vision. A discovery call gives us the opportunity to understand your goals, operational needs, and expectations while showing you how our integrated design-build approach brings clarity, efficiency, and confidence to every phase of construction.
Why Living Stone
Built on building science. Backed by 30+ years.
Nationally recognized for leadership in green building, energy efficiency, and healthy home construction, we create resilient, refined homes built for longevity and your wellness. Rooted in building science and craftsmanship, our work is designed to deliver clarity, accountability, and a “No Regrets” experience.
We are committed to advancing the standard of custom homebuilding across Western North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and beyond.
NAHB Green Builder of the Year
#1 Custom Home Builder in NC
Best in American Living Award — Custom Owner's Suite
American Residential Design Awards (ARDA) — Bronder & Hawks Nest
Featured Projects
Recognized work, across every project type.
NAHB BALA, GOLD
California
Casa Bonita: Mountain Contemporary
2021 American Residential Design Awards. A mountain contemporary that responds to its wooded lot with considered materiality and indoor-outdoor connection throughout.
North Carolina
Zen Mountain Haven
Zen Mountain Haven is a project combining Japanese and Appalachian influence. As you walk through the front door you are met with an open floor plan – a living room with coffered ceilings connected to a dining room framed by windows…
North Carolina
Hidden Falls
What Our Clients Say