We’re proud to share that David has been honored to be the recipient of the North Carolina AIA 2025 Gail Lindsey Award.
This statewide award recognizes architects who embody a passion and lasting commitment to community impact and design excellence…
David recently won the DeWayne H. Anderson award for Housing from Preservation NC at their annual conference in Asheville. Awarded for his visionary leadership in promoting upper-level residential housing as a catalyst for downtown revitalization across North Carolina.
Last week our team attended the 2024 Preservation NC Conference held in Rocky Mount and Tarboro. Founded in 1939…
Crawford Brothers Steakhouse will be opening in Fenton later this year! The highly anticipated restaurant…
Exciting updates in Lincoln County! In 2022 the new Lincoln County Courthouse was opened…
Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company is quickly approaching its 2 year anniversary this October!
Monteith Construction’s new Raleigh office location is awesome!
While construction is ongoing at 122 Glenwood, the 3rd floor office space was completed earlier this year. Monteith relocated from their previous home on Morgan St to their newly renovated, historic Glenwood space.
Things are really heating up on Morgan Street since Wolfe & Porter opened earlier this year!
Some of you may remember 905 W. Morgan St as the dive bar Drink Drank Drunk and Atomic Salon; you also might recall the building was completely divided between the bar, the salon and the basement below.
In the fall of 2023 the owners of Heights House bestowed a unique honor upon the individuals and businesses who supported their vision and helped make Heights House the beauty it is today. They did so by crafting a menu that features 6 signature cocktails dedicated to and named after those who played an integral role in the design of Heights House. What’s more is they did it so thoughtfully; with each cocktail truly embracing the essence of its namesake.
If you’re in or visiting Wilmington, make sure and go to the corner of Castle & 3rd St. where you’ll find Olivero…Raleigh Chef Sunny Gerhart’s newest restaurant concept which couples spectacular Spanish-Italian-New Orleans themed fare and stunning design.
We are exceedingly grateful to be included in this Walter Magazine article!
This was such a fun project, and we were thrilled to partner with Janet to restore and repurpose this Historic Boylan Heights home. It’s always exciting when our team has the opportunity to work alongside someone who’s equally passionate about historical preservation.
Before the weekend hits, sharing a little preview of something big coming to Fenton in Cary!
As the Crawford Hospitality empire continues to expand, stay tuned for the much anticipated Crawford Brothers Steakhouse (projected to open later this year).
More to follow as the project progresses… but expect exquisite design, an epic lineup of dry-aged beef, and an extensive wine program!
Between local favorites Trophy Brewing and Irregardless, sits a trio of houses located just as the road begins to bend towards Hillsborough St. In 2022 these buildings were purchased with a vision of bringing new life and purpose to the structures (which had fallen into a bit of disrepair), and a project aptly named “The Bend” was born.
On Monday in observance of MLK Day of Service we returned to Alliance Medical Ministry to volunteer in their garden. We were thrilled they were able to host us for the 2nd year in a row, and this year we even had some team member’s kiddos in tow to amplify our support!
Today David presented at the Historic Tax Credit Workshop in Albemarle, NC. This marked his 25th workshop presentation in towns across our state - sharing information and guidance on utilizing historic tax credits to encourage the rehabilitation of historic downtown buildings.
Figulina will soon be opening its doors and we hope you are as excited as we are!
Figulina Pasta & Provisions is bringing a fresh and exciting concept to the space previously home to Humble Pie (a beloved downtown staple for more than 30 years).
Construction is underway at 517 Pylon Drive! Soon to be Blue Co.’s 2nd location!
Swipe to see photos of the construction progress (and a few pre-construction pics). A previously blocked skylight was recently exposed and you know what that means…more natural light!
Bright Spot Donuts is coming soon to Five Points
Bright Spot Donuts is coming soon to Sunrise Ave near Five Points! The donut shop is now under construction with plans to open at the end of this year. The building is compact, but it will be full of color and natural light. With a creative menu and coffee program, the focal points of the space will be the espresso machine and the donut glazing area.
Young Hearts Distilling Co will open this summer
Construction is wrapping up at downtown Raleigh’s first distillery! Craft spirits and cocktails, craft beer, special events, and great food will be the focus at Young Hearts Distilling Co, located in the former home of Trophy Tap and Table.
Our history with the building at 225 S. Wilmington Street began in 2008 when we were brought on to renovate the former Busy Bee Café. Although the building has seen some significant changes, the basic concept remains the same: to bring people together to enjoy delicious food and drink in a beautiful place.
Seabird is opening soon!
Here’s a excerpt from a lovely writeup in the Port City Daily:
The same attention to detail has been given to launching Seabird at the right time. Originally slated to open in 2020, the process has taken a bit longer. Neff has been working with Raleigh developer James Goodnight, who owns the building at 1 South Front Street.
“James is very much into bringing these old buildings back to a better state,” Neff said. “He made me feel really good about the whole relationship when he said, ‘I think a restaurant is the perfect thing for this building because it will allow the maximum amount of people to enjoy the space.’”
They sought the help of Old School Rebuilders of Wilmington, Maurer Architecture of Raleigh, and Atlanta designer Smith Hanes to bring the space to life and make it “feel like Wilmington.”
Owl's Roost Brewing will open later this spring
Once a historic theater in Downtown Franklinton, this incredible space will now be home to Owl’s Roost Brewing. Construction is underway and they are set to open spring 2021. Here are a few of our favorite before photos.
Cooking up something fun
We’re cooking up something fun in this amazing space!
Sam Jones BBQ Moment of Zen
This moment of zen is brought to you by Sam Jones BBQ. The floors are almost done and painting has begun on site. Metal fabrication and kitchen equipment install is in progress. Are you ready for BBQ? We are!
The Pre-Engineered Frame is Up at The Maxwell
The pre-engineered metal framing is up at the Maxwell! Construction is scheduled to be completed in 2021 and we are excited to see this timeless modern concept come to life. The Maxwell is a family owned wedding and event venue that will act as a flexible space near downtown Raleigh, great for both large occasions and intimate gatherings. Some of the building features include: a great room that can seat up to 250 people, a lounge with lots of natural light, a serene outdoor patio and cozy private suite.
Gig East Exchange in Wilson
Downtown Wilson is about to get a brand new co-working space. Construction is almost finished on this formerly vacant 8,700 square foot building, and we are thrilled to see the space come to life.