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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...
Changes to UPE: Benefits for You
Changes to UPE: Benefits for You The Unit Price Estimate (UPE) is a customized pricing tool used to estimate project budgets based on client preferences. Alfred Bottego, Living Stone’s Director of Construction Sales, will discuss the recent changes to UPE and how they...
Construction Pricing Update April 2023
Construction Pricing Update April 2023 Quarterly Pricing We always seek to provide transparency and to educate potential and existing clients about the best building practices. We know that cost is top of mind when it comes to building a home, so we now provide a...
Michael Dills, Superintendent
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | JOHN RIJHOFF Michael Dills Superintendent Michael was born and raised in Western North Carolina and has over 30 years of experience in residential construction. He's spent much of that time owning his own construction business...
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...
Construction Pricing Update January 2023
Construction Pricing Update January 2023Quarterly Pricing We always seek to provide transparency and to educate potential and existing clients about the best building practices. We know that cost is top of mind when it comes to building a home, so we are now providing...
The True Worth of a Home
The True Worth of a Home Price per square foot isn't as important as you might think Building a custom home is a bit like buying a new car, right? Not exactly. If you asked a car dealer how much he charges per pound, you’d get some very strange looks. Of...
Where Should I Spend My Money?
Where Should I Spend My Money? If You’re Going to Err, Do It Here Building a home is probably one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, so you’ll want to know where to put your money to get the most value for your investment. Here are seven areas to consider:1....
Taylor Mitchell
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | TAYLOR MITCHELLTaylor Mitchell Equipment OperatorTaylor is our Equipment Operator, and works directly with Randy McDevitt grading lots at the beginning of the building process. He is excited to be a part of the team and to...
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.