Ben Garcia – general contractor/craftsman
"As a licensed general contractor, I am dedicated to shepherding client projects from conception through completion. As a craftsman, I am dedicated to proper workmanship and attention to fine detail throughout the process. Whether it’s helping you achieve a vision or simply solving an existing problem, my hands will not only be the ones to shake yours when we meet, but will also be the ones doing most of the work along the way. I believe in building things right, building things to last, and always building with reverence for the place you call home."
place, story, mission - longshore
Years ago, as a carpenter and surfer driving up and down the coast, Ben began to collect driftwood washed up by California's Longshore current to turn into small pieces of furniture. These projects took their initial creative cues from work already put in by the sun, wind and sea. As a collection of wood grew over the years, so did a keen eye for design, a focus on craftsmanship, and a furthered desire to build things responsibly. This path lead to establishing Longshore Craft and Construction in 2016. Although the overall scope of work taken on has become much more encompassing, the name Longshore stems from a rooted understanding of the design/build process as a collaborative and interconnected endeavor, approached with reverence for all the places we call home.