Built on Belief.
Oak & Slate was founded on a simple idea: that building a custom home in the Upstate should feel as solid and intentional as the structure itself.
Grounded in Experience.
The Story
Homebuilding Should Feel Personal
Too many families step into the building process with excitement and walk away with frustration. They felt rushed. Unheard. Like just another project on someone’s plate.
We saw it happen. We lived it from the inside. And we knew the industry could do better.
Oak & Slate was built from over 30 years of hands-on experience — not to add another builder to the market, but to change what building a home actually feels like. To prove that you can have a fully custom home with a fixed price, a defined process, and a builder who genuinely cares about the outcome.
We named the company after the materials we believe in most. Oak grows slowly and builds deep roots — strong enough to last for generations. Slate, when laid with care, can endure for centuries. Together, they represent what we build and how we build it: with purpose, patience, and long-term thinking.
More Than a Name. A Standard.
Oak grows slowly, developing deep roots and lasting strength over time. It represents stability and a foundation built to support generations.
Slate is chosen for its durability and longevity. Laid with care, it can last for decades — even centuries.
Together, Oak & Slate represents homes built with strength at their core and designed to endure — just like the relationships we build with every client.
We Believe:
Pricing should be clear before a single nail is driven.
Process eliminates stress — for us and for you.
Exceptional craftsmanship isn’t a selling point. It’s the baseline.
Relationships matter more than volume.
Meet the Team
The People Behind Every Build
Shelby Stewart
Shelby Stewart, a Clemson University graduate, was born and raised in the Upstate of South Carolina and brings a well-rounded understanding of the homebuilding process. Her experience spans sales, operations, permitting, and financial management, allowing her to guide clients with both insight and efficiency. Shelby is dedicated to creating a refined, personalized experience and believes building a home should be both exciting and enjoyable. With a deep respect for the significance of each investment, she values meaningful client relationships and delivers a seamless, elevated experience from start to finish.
Dustin Burch
Dustin brings a comprehensive perspective to Oak & Slate, with experience spanning sales, purchasing, and operations across the homebuilding process. Beginning on the client-facing side and transitioning into the operational and financial side of the business, he developed a deep understanding of both the experience and execution required to deliver a well-built home. That full-spectrum background allows him to approach each project with clarity, discipline, and a strong attention to detail. His work reflects Oak & Slate’s commitment to a building process that is structured, transparent, and thoughtfully managed from start to finish.
Shelby Stewart
Shelby Stewart, a Clemson University graduate, was born and raised in the Upstate of South Carolina and brings a well-rounded understanding of the homebuilding process. Her experience spans sales, operations, permitting, and financial management, allowing her to guide clients with both insight and efficiency. Shelby is dedicated to creating a refined, personalized experience and believes building a home should be both exciting and enjoyable. With a deep respect for the significance of each investment, she values meaningful client relationships and delivers a seamless, elevated experience from start to finish.
Shelby Stewart
Shelby Stewart, a Clemson University graduate, was born and raised in the Upstate of South Carolina and brings a well-rounded understanding of the homebuilding process. Her experience spans sales, operations, permitting, and financial management, allowing her to guide clients with both insight and efficiency. Shelby is dedicated to creating a refined, personalized experience and believes building a home should be both exciting and enjoyable. With a deep respect for the significance of each investment, she values meaningful client relationships and delivers a seamless, elevated experience from start to finish.
Rooted in the Upstate
Rooted in the Upstate
We’re not just building in this region — we live here. We’re invested in the communities, the trade partners, and the families that make Upstate South Carolina what it is.
Our goal isn’t to be the biggest builder in the region. It’s to be the most trusted one.
