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Does Cost Per Square Foot Include Outdoor Living Space?
Short answer, no, not automatically, and that single gap is responsible for more confused homeowners and misleading bids than almost anything else in this industry. If a builder hasn't told you specifically whether their price per square foot includes your covered...
Are There Times of the Year When Weather Won’t Let You Build in Western North Carolina?
People ask me this question expecting a simple answer, usually something like "don't start in January" or "avoid winter." The honest answer is more interesting than that, and it's not what most people expect. In Western North Carolina, cold usually isn't the biggest...
What Does It Cost to Build a New Home? A Real Answer With Real Numbers
I get asked this question in nearly every first meeting, and I understand why most builders dodge it. On a flat lot, we're currently seeing $500 to $750 per heated square foot, while a sloping lot can range from $700 to $1,100 per heated square foot. Nobody wants to...
The 4 Types of Contractors You’ll Meet When Building or Remodeling a High-End Home
If you're planning a custom home or a whole-home remodel, you are about to interview several builders, and every single one of them will tell you they're reliable, experienced, and easy to work with. That's not useful information — every contractor says that. What's...
Elevating Excellence: Learning from the Nation’s Top Builders
Earlier this spring, some of the most respected custom home builders in the country gathered on Long Beach Island for the NAHB 20 Club #24 meeting—an exclusive, invitation-only network focused on advancing the craft of home building. Among them was Living Stone Design...
Brittany Duffy, Construction Sales
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | BRITTANY DUFFYBrittany Duffy Construction SalesBrittany brings together construction experience and real estate knowledge to guide clients through the custom home process with clarity and confidence. With a background in building...
Building Better Homes in Tennessee
Building Distinctive Homes in Johnson City & Northeast Tennessee From the historic charm of Jonesborough to the scenic foothills of Johnson City, Northeast Tennessee offers a diverse landscape, communities, and lifestyles. It’s a region where natural beauty meets...
Erick Juarez, Carpenter
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | ERICK JUAREZErick Juarez Carpenter Erick Juarez joined Living Stone Design + Build straight out of high school through an apprenticeship program and has continued to grow his skills as a carpenter through hands-on experience in the...
Will Avery, Home Owner Experience Manager
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | WILL AVERYWill Avery Home Owner Experience Manager Will is originally from the Hendersonville and Brevard area and began his career in technical building and design through theatrical scenery while studying at Clemson University....
Mountain Air
Mountain Air is a private mountaintop community in Burnsville, North Carolina, just 30 minutes from Asheville. With long-range views, old-growth forests, and a deep sense of Appalachian mystique, the landscape shapes daily life. At 4,600 feet, residents enjoy...
Preventative Maintenance
2023 National Custom Home Builder of the Year
30+ Years of Design-Build Experience
Green Building Leadership
We prioritize designing and building homes that are as low-maintenance as possible—but no home is maintenance-free. Much like a high-performance vehicle, a high-performance home is designed to perform at a higher level, but it still requires thoughtful, routine care to keep it operating at its best. Living Stone Concierge helps protect that performance—and your investment—by giving you a trusted team to manage the ongoing care your home needs for years to come.
Two Premier Services
One Team, Long After Move-In
Membership
Preventative Maintenance Program
By Project
Custom Care Plan
1
Point of Contact
4
Pillars of care
30+
Years Building Homes
How the program Works
Four Pillars of Concierge Care
Through the Preventative Maintenance Program, your Living Stone Concierge delivers single point of contact service, so you no longer need to worry about finding trusted service contractors or waiting countless hours for them to show up. When there are third party workers in your home you can rest easy that your Living Stone Concierge will be there monitoring and ensuring a quality job is done.
Prevent
Repair
Improve
Your home should evolve with the way you live. Our Custom Care team handles personalized improvements—from hanging artwork and installing shelving to building fences and completing those finishing touches that make your home work better for you.
Trust
We believe your time is better spent enjoying your home than managing it. Our team takes care of the details, giving you one trusted resource and access to our network of proven professionals—so your home is cared for and your time stays yours.
Michael Blackstone
Warranty Specialist
As the overseer of our Preventative Maintenance Plan, he meticulously examines every detail of your home to ensure it is perfectly finished and maintained. With a wealth of experience in home construction and renovation from his years with various trade-related companies, Michael is the ultimate guardian of Living Stone standards. Beyond his professional expertise, Michael is a family man with a son, residing in the charming community of Old Fort. Entrust your project to Michael, where craftsmanship meets care.
Preventative Maintenance
2023 National Custom Home Builder of the Year
30+ Years of Design-Build Experience
Green Building Leadership
We prioritize designing and building homes that are as low-maintenance as possible—but no home is maintenance-free. Much like a high-performance vehicle, a high-performance home is designed to perform at a higher level, but it still requires thoughtful, routine care to keep it operating at its best. Living Stone Concierge helps protect that performance—and your investment—by giving you a trusted team to manage the ongoing care your home needs for years to come.
Two Premier Services
One Team, Long After Move-In
Membership
Preventative Maintenance Program
By Project
Custom Care Plan
1
Point of Contact
4
Pillars of care
30+
Years Building Homes
How the program Works
Four Pillars of Concierge Care
Through the Preventative Maintenance Program, your Living Stone Concierge delivers single point of contact service, so you no longer need to worry about finding trusted service contractors or waiting countless hours for them to show up. When there are third party workers in your home you can rest easy that your Living Stone Concierge will be there monitoring and ensuring a quality job is done.
Prevent
Repair
Improve
Your home should evolve with the way you live. Our Custom Care team handles personalized improvements—from hanging artwork and installing shelving to building fences and completing those finishing touches that make your home work better for you.
Trust
We believe your time is better spent enjoying your home than managing it. Our team takes care of the details, giving you one trusted resource and access to our network of proven professionals—so your home is cared for and your time stays yours.
Michael Blackstone
Warranty Specialist
As the overseer of our Preventative Maintenance Plan, he meticulously examines every detail of your home to ensure it is perfectly finished and maintained. With a wealth of experience in home construction and renovation from his years with various trade-related companies, Michael is the ultimate guardian of Living Stone standards. Beyond his professional expertise, Michael is a family man with a son, residing in the charming community of Old Fort. Entrust your project to Michael, where craftsmanship meets care.