When it comes to changing things up in the new year, focusing on your home is a natural place to start. Our homes in San Luis Obispo provide the foundation for our lives – the starting points for work, play, rest, and rejuvenation. So, whether you live in a home, apartment, or your custom dream house, we’ve come up with … Read More
Abbott | Reed Communities: Custom Home Styles that are Perfect for Gran Cielo de Vina Robles
Whether you’re ready to start seriously planning to move into a new home or just in the daydream phase, who doesn’t love imagining unpacking in a space you’ve made your very own. That’s what Gran Cielo de Vina Robles, our premier gated community of custom homes in Paso Robles wine country, offers: the perfect backdrop for this exercise in expression. … Read More
Self-Isolation Friendly Design Ideas for Your Patio or Balcony
Our homes are having to be pretty versatile these days, doubling as the office, classroom and restaurant, to name just a few isolation-related adaptations we’ve all been forced to make. Needless to say, getting outside isn’t exactly as easy as it used to be. But if you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor space in your home, there’s no better … Read More
Abbott | Reed Communities: Vintage at SLO Project Update
Pre-leasing is starting soon at Vintage at SLO, San Luis Obispo’s newest garden-style luxury apartment home community. Despite some recent detours due to the pandemic’s effect on material supplies and operations, Vintage at SLO’s professionals have found innovative ways to keep moving forward. The Abbott | Reed Communities team has a quick update.
Design Trends in Student Housing
Student housing. For those of us that have been there, it involved anything from brutalist style two bedrooms to bare bones amenities. But the evolving needs and expectations of Generation Z (those born in the mid-1990s to the early 2000s) are dramatically changing the design of university housing here in San Luis Obispo, and across the nation. This new generation … Read More
Multi-family Real Estate Trends: All About Amenities
New multi-family properties are on the rise here in San Luis Obispo, and it’s hard not to notice. In the past, the realtor’s adage was: “location, location, location”. But with bike paths, short commutes, and commercial developments like coffee shops and restaurants spread throughout town, homebuyers and renters alike are setting their standards higher. Our commercial contractors are here to … Read More
Time to Celebrate!
Our Abbott | Reed Builders officially have created an award winning luxury RV Park here on the Central Coast. That’s right, the stunning vacation spot was awarded the 2018 Beautification of the Year award from the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce. Cava Robles offers visitors 310 spacious trailer sites and 22 comfy cottages, all with access to a recreation center, a gorgeous … Read More
Abbott | Reed Builders: The Advantages of Mixed-Use Buildings
Around here, our San Luis Obispo builders want to know…have you noticed? Mixed-use developments are quickly gaining momentum, not only along the Central Coast, but also across the United States. So, what’s the deal? Both developers and investors are increasingly looking for opportunities to integrate product types in order to design destinations that attract residents and business tenants. Not to mention … Read More
Abbott | Reed Raises Over $2,700 for Breast Cancer Research
It’s party time. We’re celebrating the collective efforts of our kick-ass team. That’s right, together Abbott | Reed raised $2,786 for breast cancer awareness and research. It’s an important cause we care deeply about, which is why we’re stoked to have exceeded our fundraising goal by nearly $800. Eight of us participated in the walk itself and had an awesome time doing … Read More
Abbott | Reed Builders: Cava Robles Officially Open
Abbott | Reed Builders is stoked to announce that Cava Robles RV Resort is officially open! The stunning luxury vacation spot is located in the heart of Paso Robles wine country at 3800 Golden Hill Road. Cava Robles offers visitors 310 spacious, full-service RV and trailer sites, along with 22 inviting cottages with one and two bedrooms, many with scenic rooftop decks. The newly opened resort features … Read More
Walk With Us to Beat Breast Cancer
Each year we find an opportunity to take off our hard hats and do our part to build awareness of men’s and women’s health issues. This year, in support of the American Cancer Society, we are participating in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk of San Luis Obispo, and we invite you to join us! Making Strides Against Breast … Read More
Cava Robles RV Resort is Now Accepting Limited Reservations!
Paso Robles is the place to play and Cava Robles RV Resort is the place to stay. The Abbott | Reed commercial builders team expects to complete the full buildout of all 300 sites and cottage rentals on this 80-acre luxury destination this July. Inspired by nature and designed by local architectural firm Ten Over Studio this signature vacation hot spot is located amidst rolling grapevines, … Read More
2018 American Institute of Architects California Central Coast Home Tour
Modern and inviting – Karen and Lee Bren’s 2,400 sq. ft. Garden Green condominium in downtown San Luis Obispo is one of five homes that will be featured May 20th on the American Institute of Architects California Central Coast Home Tour. Our home team here at Abbott | Reed is proud of the work we did for Karen and Lee Bren and stoked for … Read More
Abbott | Reed Builders: New Project—The Academy Chorro
*Photo courtesy of The Academy Chorro New Project Announcement Our San Luis Obispo commercial builders are stoked to announce a new commercial construction project, The Academy Chorro. Conveniently located at 22 Chorro Street in San Luis Obispo, The Academy features upscale amenities for modern student living. The luxurious student housing community is steps away from the Cal Poly campus and hosts a bus … Read More
Abbott | Reed Builders: Central Coast Brewing
Photos credited to Central Coast Brewing Here at Abbott | Reed Builders, we’re fired up about our latest San Luis Obispo commercial construction project—the new location for Central Coast Brewing. This building is 12,000 square feet and combines a restaurant, brewery, and brewpub. Along with a full kitchen, the space includes 48 taps, a large outdoor patio area, and numerous games and entertainment. This … Read More
Team Spotlight: Project Engineer Jeff Hadley
San Luis Obispo commercial developers listen up. Here’s the deal. Our commercial construction company has grown significantly over the past six months and the time has come to shine a light on those making Abbott | Reed even better than before – starting with kick-ass Project Engineer, Jeff Hadley. Read on for his candid responses to our *official* questionnaire. What do you love … Read More
Restaurant Design Trends/Predictions for 2018
Interested in restaurant design in San Luis Obispo? This is the post for you pal. Competition in the U.S. restaurant industry is fiercer than ever, with some 625,000 restaurants and more than 1 million locations generating over $800 billion in annual sales. Restaurateurs are increasingly driven to differentiate their brands and relying on design to convey compelling brand stories. Today … Read More
Construction Update II: Cava Robles
Sunshine, swimming pools, and plenty of space to unwind make Cava Robles an inviting vacation spot – that and its proximity to hundreds of celebrated vineyards and wineries in Paso Robles. Good thing you won’t have to wait much longer to stay there. The luxury RV resort is expected to open in May of 2018. Ultimately, Cava Robles will be home to more than … Read More
Abbott | Reed Builders: What Makes a Great General Contractor
Whether you need a general contractor for your commercial construction project or for crafting a custom home, Abbott | Reed has got you covered. What to Expect A great General Contractor will review your plans and specifications and conduct a cost-driven analysis, crafting a final plan that maximizes the output of your budget. At Abbott | Reed Builders, we’ll manage all bids and secure cost-effective solutions … Read More
Abbott | Reed Builders: 3 Commercial Construction Trends
Abbott | Reed Builders is a top commercial building company in San Luis Obispo. Today we’re sharing the latest in commercial construction trends from retrofitting historical buildings to green construction and mixed-use commercial projects. 1. Retrofitting Historical Buildings Retrofitting an existing building uses far fewer resources than a brand new commercial build. This trend presents owners with a valuable opportunity to upgrade the energy … Read More
Construction Update: Alder Creek Apartments
Abbott | Reed Builders are keeping busy constructing roomy new Paso Robles apartments at Alder Creek. The 16-unit Central Coast commercial construction project is underway and will ultimately include 4 buildings in total and be available for rent in the summer of 2018 – just about a year from now. Every commercial apartment we’re building is a corner unit. Inside you’ll find spacious … Read More
Construction Update: Cava Robles
Groundbreaking has begun and Abbott | Reed Builders are well into the swing of construction at Cava Robles RV Resort. Located at the center of beautiful wine country on Golden Hills Road in Paso Robles, this luxurious Central Coast destination will feature a rustic-contemporary style of architecture that evokes California’s ranch history with an updated modern aesthetic. The 80-acre hospitality project will be … Read More
What’s Brewing in 2017
Resolutions are overrated. Our resolve to build better is nothing new and we stand by it year after year. We’re proud of what our team accomplished last year with the opening of two big projects near and dear (and beer) to us—SLO Brew Restaurant and SLO Brew Lofts. Our guys managed the retrofit of SLO Brew’s new home in the Carissa … Read More
Walk With Us to Beat Breast Cancer
Each year we find an opportunity to take off our hard hats and do our part to build awareness of men’s and women’s health issues. This year, in support of the American Cancer Society, we are participating in the Making Strides Walk of San Luis Obispo, and we invite you to join us! Making Strides of San Luis Obispo Sunday, October … Read More