Quality
Quality can only be achieved by a complete dedication to it by everyone on the team. Hiring a builder with decades of experience and a proven track record is the way to get there. Coach Duane Fanning once said “Little things make the difference. Everyone is well prepared in the big things, but only winners perfect the little things.”
This philosophy is why we created the process we use today. After utilizing every construction implementation method available, we ultimately learned that you can be a jack-of-all-trades but master of none. So instead of having a large, expensive staff, we have partnered with (and trained) the best talent in each field, and have them competitively price each project against another one of their contemporaries. This ensures two things: (1) that each client is getting the best tradesman for their project, and (2) each trade has submitted the most competitive price. Enjoy the posts below to see our promises turn into action.
25 Days of Giving
25 Days of Giving And an Anniversary Party25 Days of Giving And an Anniversary PartyThis year we are celebrating 25 years in business! We'll be celebrating by giving back, and showing our gratitude for our clients and partners with our Anniversary Party.To celebrate...
25 Days of Giving
And an Anniversary Party To celebrate our 25th anniversary, we've chosen 25 charities, and will be donating to one per day for 25 days leading up to our Anniversary Party. Our Anniversary Party will be an opportunity for us to honor our past and current clients, and...
The Miller Residence – 2004
And 25 Years in Business By Sean Sullivan | April 8, 2022 I started this company as an owner-operator in ’97, hoping to eventually build custom homes. It took a while to grow my team and portfolio, but eventually I got there. In 2004, I had a big breakthrough...
How to decide on a lot
When should I decide on a lot? Why you should talk to a builder first Buying a lot for a new build can be every bit as emotional and exciting as buying a house. You can fall in love with the view, the location, the natural setting, and that perfect oak tree you...
Design-Build vs General Contractors for Custom Homes
Design-Build VS. General ContractorsFor Custom HomesWhen it comes to building a custom home, one of the first decisions that has to be made is whether to go with a traditional builder or a design-build firm. At this early stage, home owners are often unaware of many...
Radon Infographics
All About RadonDid you know radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the leading cause among non-smokers? It's odorless and colorless too, so testing is the only way to find out if your home has radon. Below you will find some information that can help...
Sean’s Why
My Why by Sean SullivanSean Sullivan shares insight into the driving force that's kept our company on track through the years of growth from the ground up.My Why by Sean SullivanSean Sullivan shares insight into the driving force that's kept our company on track...
Building Beyond the Pandemic
Building Beyond the PandemicThe Covid 19 Pandemic has changed the building industry in a myriad of ways, and created a number of challenges. But what does the future hold for homebuilding? Sean Sullivan, owner of Living Stone Design + Build has been building homes...
Coy Davis, Project Manager
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | COY DAVISCOY DAVIS Project ManagerOriginally from Mills River, NC, Coy started in the building industry at 18 working for a siding company. Soon he realized there was so much more to building a home. After learning the ropes, he...
Austin Fox, Production Manager
ABOUT LIVING STONE | MEET OUR TEAM | AUSTIN FOXAUSTIN FOX Production ManagerBorn and raised in St. Petersburg, FL, Austin first got into construction while he was in the United States Navy as a Seabee. Since then he’s handled custom home projects throughout the...

