Bridging generations through timeless design and craftsmanship
A family owned & operated business
about us
Cotswold
Enderly Park
NoDa
Plaza Midwood
Stratford on Providence Mammoth Oaks
Montclaire
Sedgefield
What We Do
South Carolina
At Hallmark Building, we take pride in constructing and developing residential properties that surpass expectations. We specialize in building a wide range of homes, including single-family houses, duets, and townhome communities.
Our unwavering commitment is to deliver exceptional quality in every aspect of our construction projects.
Fort Mill
Charlotte Neighborhoods
Charlotte
Wilmington
Kure Beach
Waxhaw
North Carolina
With a strong foundation in both cities, Hallmark has grown to become a reputable construction company known for our commitment to excellence and quality craftsmanship.
30 years experience in building & developing homes
Originally known as Galarde & Company, the company expanded its operations to Charlotte to become Hallmark Building Corporation.
Established in 1994 by John Galarde, Hallmark Building Corporation has a rich history rooted in Wilmington, NC.
Trey is a devoted father to a sweet little boy and three furry companions. Alongside his love for cars, Trey's greatest joy comes from watching football and creating memories with his loved ones, especially when they are near the calming waves of the ocean.
Vice President
Trey Galarde
John is a proud father and grandfather, a seasoned real estate professional and a devoted dog owner. He shares his home with two beloved labs, Champ and Love. With a passion for building and developing homes, John takes pleasure in passing down his industry knowledge to his children, shaping the next generation in real estate.
President
John Galarde
Meet the team
Meet the 'Fun Aunt' – a passionate community enthusiast and licensed Realtor who adores her two pittie rescues. Known for her ability to sleep through movies, she brings her expertise in real estate and love for creating memorable experiences to help you find your dream home.
Marketing & Sales Manager
Olivia Galarde
Meet Tara, an animal-loving individual who shares her home with three rescue dogs and dreams of retiring to a coastal town. If she were to win the lottery, she would fulfill her passion by starting her own animal rescue.
Office Manager
Tara Blalock
Meet Selena, an interior designer with a passion for creating spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. With 14 years of experience in interior design and project management, including the last 7 years specializing in new construction, she brings a unique blend of creativity, technical expertise, and hands-on construction knowledge to every project. From early design concepts to the final details, Selena is dedicated to transforming blueprints into thoughtfully designed spaces that people truly love to live and work in. Her experience bridging architectural vision with real-world construction ensures each project is both beautiful and buildable.
Designer
Selena Williams
Meet Alex, a Wilmington native whose passion for people and organization makes her an invaluable part of the Hallmark team. With a background in Human Resources, she brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to everything she does while helping keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. Outside of work, Alex is a proud mom of two amazing daughters and enjoys spending time on the boat, getting lost in a good book with her book club, and attempting to drink her coffee before it gets cold. She believes a little humor goes a long way and loves finding joy in the everyday moments.
HR and Admin Manager
Alex Creech
Meet Rod, a motorcycle loving, guitar enthusiast and construction prodigy. Growing up in his families beach front hotel, Rod developed an impressive range of skills that make him a go-to-guy for just about anything construction.
FIELD MANAGER
Rod Peterson
Meet Nate, a motorcycle enthusiast and devoted dog dad who began his journey on a dairy farm in upstate NY, traded farm life for the beach, and eventually found himself in Charlotte. Nate approaches construction with the same dedication and work ethic instilled in him from his early days on the farm, ensuring that every project is tackled with precision and a steadfast commitment to quality.
Project Manager (Charlotte)
Nate Hill
James brings more than 20 years of construction and project management experience to Hallmark Building, with a proven track record of leading complex residential and commercial projects from concept to completion. With extensive expertise in construction operations, site development, budgeting, vendor management, and quality control, James is known for his hands-on leadership style, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to exceptional execution. Having overseen everything from custom homes to large-scale community developments, he brings both strategic oversight and field-level experience to every project. At Hallmark, James plays an integral role in bringing our homes to life with the level of precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail our clients expect.
Project Manager (WILMINGTON)
James Papritan
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For each home we build, Hallmark Building donates 200 trees to One Tree Planted towards their efforts in helping reforestation.
