Energy Efficient

by | Sep 10, 2015 | Construction & Design, Home Design | 0 comments

It makes sense to build smart! What we build for you will give you a return on your investment with significantly lower utility bills, as well as transferable discounts on your power bills for the life of the home. This example of building smart represents ultimate value for our clients and is why we have partnered with Energy Star to make every home certified. Enjoy the posts below to see our promises turn into action.
2023 NCHBA STARS Awards

2023 NCHBA STARS Awards

Living Stone Design + Build Wins Multiple Awards at the 2023 STARS Awards Gala We are thrilled to announce that Living Stone Design + Build won multiple prestigious awards at the 2023 STARS Awards Gala. Hosted by the North Carolina Home Builders Association, this...

2023 Parade of Homes Awards

2023 Parade of Homes Awards

2023 Parade of Homes Awards Living Stone Design + Build Takes Home Several Awards We are thrilled to announce that Living Stone Design + Build has once again been recognized for its exceptional innovation and craftsmanship at the 2023 Parade of Homes Awards. This...

An Exciting Feature in GC Magazine

An Exciting Feature in GC Magazine

  An Exciting Feature in GC Magazine Living Stone Design+Build: A Shining Star In GC Magazine SpotlightWe're thrilled to announce that Living Stone Design+Build has been featured in GC Magazine, a prestigious recognition that highlights excellence in the...

Choosing the Right Builder

Choosing the Right Builder

Choosing the Right Builder Choosing the right builder is the single most important decision you will make for your custom home. It is well worth your time to learn what questions to ask builders, and what red flags to look out for.Written by: Sean SullivanTop...

Jennifer Bates

ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | JENNIFER BATESJennifer Bates Executive AssistantJenn is the Executive Assistant for LSDB, she is also part of the Client Experience team, she's had years of experience working in customer service. She is familiar with the building...

2022 STARS Awards

2022 STARS Awards

Celebrating Quality CraftsmanshipBest One of a Kind Living Stone Design + Build took home several awards presented by the NCHBA at the annual STARS Awards Ceremony. Most notably, we won Best One of a Kind Home. and Best Single-Family Custom Home Between 3,501 and...

Should I Build Now or Wait?

Amid cautiously optimistic pandemic news and reports of lowered material costs, prospective homeowners might be tempted to wait until life – and prices – return to normal before they undertake building, but should they? Toby Jernigan, Operations Manager for Living...

85 Emerald Necklace Drive

85 Emerald Necklace Drive

DESIGN + BUILD | SEMI-CUSTOM HOMES85 Emerald Necklace Dr lot #412 in AshevilleListing Price: $2,200,000 Community: Asheville Proposed new contemporary home by Living Stone Design + Build. In a central section of The Ramble Biltmore Forest, a gated community on...

Is it Better to Buy a Plan or Design Custom?

Is it Better to Buy a Plan or Design Custom?

Is it Better to Buy a Plan or Design Custom? Read this Before You Decide Should you buy a ready-made plan for constructing your new home? It depends. Sean Sullivan reviews a client's custom home blueprintCut and Paste If you have a large lot that doesn’t have...

How Important is Indoor Air Quality?

How Important is Indoor Air Quality?

Green Certifications Part 2 (Read part 1 here) Homebuyers today are increasingly concerned about the indoor air quality of their homes. Issues like mold, radon, carbon monoxide and toxic chemicals have received greater attention than ever as poor indoor air quality...

About the Author, Sean Sullivan

About the Author, Sean Sullivan

Sean got his start in the construction business in 1994. Today, he’s the President of Living Stone Design + Build, and is an Accredited Master Builder, Certified Green Professional, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist, and author of Building a Quality Custom Home: What you Need to Know. He also teaches continuing education courses for builders and accreditations through the NC Builders Institute. Sean loves western North Carolina and the Asheville community, and lives in Black Mountain with his wife, Laura Sullivan.