In a new report, Charleston, South Carolina posts fifth-highest home rental rate increase in U.S. Home prices aren’t the only real estate-related numbers going up in the Charleston area. Home rents are, too.
Overview Converting 12,000 square feet of abandoned warehouse space into a luxury used car dealership was no easy task, but when Barry Vaughn approached Live Oak Contracting with his project we were immediately on board.
Creating a sense of community is a key trend emerging in multifamily developments. If common spaces are well-planned and utilized, a development can become a vibrant neighborhood unto itself. The key lies in creating spaces
Two things are certain about concrete: it is going to harden and it is going to eventually crack. Although concrete has been a common building material since Roman times, solutions to its most common problems
In every area of the country, and especially in the South, general contractors are scrambling to find qualified project managers and skilled tradesmen. Subcontractors are experiencing the pinch of having more available work than hands
What was originally one of the oldest R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Factories, is now a unique and beautiful luxury apartment community. Originally built in 1916 and located in downtown Winston-Salem, the dilapidated tobacco plant consisted of
Paul Bertozzi will be a featured speaker at the 4th Annual Florida Multifamily Summit on October 14th. If you’d like to attend, contact Rose Farley at (904) 497-1500 to get special benefits by signing up
It’s part of the Live Oak Contracting mission to work honestly in all aspects of our business. Our blog series, “Inside Live Oak,” gives you an insight into the Live Oak Team, their background, experience
Overview 6,500 square feet of neglected warehouse space, a leaking roof, time constraints and a limited budget were the challenges of this project. Previously occupied by Wilkinson Insulation, 1780 Emerson Street had been vacant for
Modern Home Builder Magazine is a “must-read resource” for industry professionals in the construction marketplace. The magazine features interviews with industry leaders and showcases builders and designers of extraordinary residences. Live Oak Contracting and Paul
In any industry, market information is key. Knowing how the market is trending and what customers will desire, ahead of time, is incredibly useful information, but only if it is applied correctly. Live Oak Contracting
With annual spending of 1.8 trillion dollars, the United States represents one of the largest construction markets in the world, second only to China. Multi-family housing expenditures account for a significant portion of spending and
General Contractors must strive to provide the type of space that meets the needs of today’s older adults. By focusing on those aspects of a community desired by this group now, and in the future,
Modern technology isn’t completely absent from the average worksite. Most contractors use a smartphone on the job to aid them in everyday tasks such as sending and receiving emails, collecting data, or taking photos. Where
It’s part of the Live Oak Contracting mission to work honestly in all aspects of our business. Our new blog series, “Inside Live Oak,” gives you an insight into the Live Oak Team, their background,
OVERVIEW On May 29, 2014 lightning struck the Paddock Club Apartments in Gainesville, FL, destroying a sixteen unit apartment building and leaving residents displaced. The Paddock Club Apartments were originally built in 1998, when building
Partnering with The United Way’s Builder’s Society, Live Oak Contracting sponsored and took part in a recent transformative community improvement project. Over the course of a few weekends, volunteers installed a Born Learning Trail in
Live Oak Contracting is proud to announce that we have partnered with the Friends of Hendricks as a member of their Business Partners Legacy Circle. We recently sponsored our first event, the Friends of Hendricks
Millennials continue to drive the Multifamily market, many of them putting off the purchase of a home in favor of renting, but trends also indicate another target demographic for multifamily housing, Baby Boomers. Across the
With the World Health Organization’s projection that 70 percent of the world’s people will live in cities by 2050, it is time that developers rethink how urban spaces are designed. Urban areas were historically comprised
The first mixed-use community is coming to Houston’s Midtown area and construction is set to being in 2016. The Morgan Group will develop its latest Pearl luxury apartments, complete with amenities such as a sky lounge,
Solar panel installation on commercial and residential buildings is on the rise across the United States and it’s not because of the environment. Advances in technology and installation have caused a fast and dramatic drop
With the demand for multifamily housing rising and vacancy rates decreasing, many developers and investors are choosing to renovate existing properties in addition building to new construction. Typically, this construction takes place in populous urban
Paul Bertozzi, managing partner at Live Oak Contracting, was recently invited to be a guest speaker at a senior Construction Financing course held at the University of Florida. Established in 1935 the Rinker School is
Live Oak Contracting believes in building long term partnerships based on integrity. From our Clients to our team of professionals, we incorporate a collaborative approach to every project, ensuring the highest quality product delivered on time and in budget.