Avant’s tagline, Collaborative Construction, reflects how much the success of a project depends on everyone involved. From the developer to the designer, the architect to the engineer, so much work happens before construction even begins.

There is a moment in every project when things shift. The chaos of demolition is long gone. The uncertainty of structural tie-ins is behind you. The framing is up, inspections are passed, and the house no longer feels fragile.

We came to Eutaw Place to build. New framing. New spaces. A new chapter for an old house. But before the new began, the house had a few things it wanted to say.

It was probably the early summer of 2023 and we had been contacted by a group that owned several buildings in the Riverside warehouse district of Jacksonville. This particular building was a 1930 elongated structure of 22,000 square feet with wood trusses and concrete block walls and a stucco exterior.

As a construction company we value green building and sustainable practices. This ties into Avant’s values as we focus on historic restoration and adaptive reuse.

National Philanthropy Day was celebrated this past week to recognize individuals, organizations, and businesses for their contributions to the community.

For many years, the historic home at 1106 Eutaw Place was more than just a neglected old building; it had become a bit of a local worry, a magnet for vandalism and a safety concern. Today, as we restore this beautiful 1930s brick house and add thoughtful new spaces, we’re doing much more than just a renovation, we’re helping to lift up the entire neighborhood.