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Sherman Library & Gardens

By Slater Builders Staff / July 29, 2026

We are currently undertaking a multi-phased project at Sherman Library and Gardens. The scope of work involves several elements: First, the existing office building, which covers 932 square feet, is being transformed into a visitor center. This transformation includes a 307 square foot addition for a bell tower entryway. Next, the existing 3,260 square foot…

Mater Dei PAC & Tennis Court

By Slater Builders Staff / July 28, 2026

Slater Builders is currently under construction at Mater Dei High School for a new Performing Arts Center (PAC) and tennis courts for Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana. The PAC will feature a 560-seat theater, an open-air pre-function area, stagecraft facilities, a green room, dressing rooms, concierge services, and technical storage. In addition, a…

Mater Dei Dance Studio

By Slater Builders Staff / July 28, 2026

The project involved constructing a 2,000 SF metal building, which included site grading, utility installation, concrete pouring, and interior finishing with drywall, paint, and doors. Additionally, it featured glass mirrors, Connor ProForma II System wood flooring, fire sprinklers, HVAC systems, electrical work, and a fire alarm system.

Champagnes Kitchen

By Slater Builders Staff / July 27, 2026

The tenant improvement project transformed an existing restaurant space into a newly established dining venue for Champagnes Kitchen. The project involved demolishing millwork, interior walls, finishes, and fixtures, followed by furnishing and installing new finishes. Enhancements were made to the ceilings, and seating and booths were arranged to create a welcoming atmosphere. Additional improvements included…

757 Newton Way

By Slater Builders Staff / July 27, 2026

The project entailed the development of a single-story industrial facility featuring 4,240 square feet of warehouse space, 500 square feet designated for office use, and 500 square feet set aside for storage. The building employed Type III-B construction and was fully equipped with a sprinkler system. Mechanical equipment and solar panels were installed on the…

Meet the Builder: Slater Builders Brings Local Expertise to Grow the Gardens

By Slater Builders Staff / November 21, 2025

Every great transformation begins with the right team — and Sherman Library & Gardens is proud to partner with Costa Mesa’s own Slater Builders to bring the Grow the Gardens project to life. Founded right here in Orange County, Slater Builders has a long tradition of excellence, community service, and craftsmanship. As a family-owned firm…

California Coastal Commission Approves Plans for Long Beach Yacht Club Renovation and Expansion

By Slater Builders Staff / September 25, 2025

Press Release – Long Beach, CA – Sept. 15, 2025 | Cindy Wasserman cwasserman@michaelgraves.com Architectural plans for the Long Beach Yacht Club’s modernization and expansion have been approved by the California Coastal Commission in a recent 10-1 vote. Located on the southeast corner of Naples Island on Alamitos Bay in Long Beach, California, the Long…

Hillsides Retaining Wall

By Slater Builders Staff / September 24, 2025

SBI was tasked with demoing an existing retaining wall and landscaping at the Hillsides campus in Pasadena. Project scope consisted of rebuilding a retaining wall with CMU blocks faced with stone veneer and cast-in-place concrete caps. On the interior side of the wall, drainage was installed below grade as well as valley gutters to catch…

Construction in Focus – The Business of People

By Slater Builders Staff / February 11, 2025

Slater Builders is founded on the importance of relationships. With a significant portion of our work stemming from repeat clients, we highly value the connections our team creates. These strong working relationships enable us to concentrate on nurturing our external partnerships with clients, architecture and engineering teams, and subcontractors. The people involved are critical to…

All Souls World Language Catholic School: Honorable Mention in Architectural Design / Educational

By Slater Builders Staff / January 16, 2025

All Souls World Language Catholic School Prize: Honorable Mention in Architectural Design / Educational Design Company: ROBERT KERR architecture design Lead Designer: Robert Kerr Architecture Firm: ROBERT KERR architecture design Construction Company: Slater Builders Photo Credit: Art Gray Project Location: Alhambra, California, USA Client: Los Angeles Archdiocese Project Date: June, 2023 The client is a…