Who we are

Rocks + Cornerstones is a WOSB‑certified, faith‑driven construction firm transforming commercial interiors and residential investment properties throughout Greater Philadelphia and Bucks County. Guided by honesty, integrity, compassion, and grace, we deliver spaces that serve people and strengthen communities.

Meet the Founder
Bose Houser holds a B.S. in Architecture & Construction Management (Temple University) and an MBA in Project Management. With 23 years across design, scheduling, and field execution — and a personal lesson learned after hiring a bad contractor — she built R+C to prove construction can be transparent, reliable, and community‑minded.

Bose Houser Founder R+C

Why R+C?

Design‑build unity = one contract, one schedule, zero finger‑pointing

  • Expertise in affordable‑housing and mixed‑use rehabs ($250K – $1M+)

  • WOSB • MWBE • Licensed & insured general contractor

  • Clear budgets, no surprise change orders—ever

  • Elevator‑pitch promise: We help property owners, investors, and mission‑driven organizations renovate entire buildings—without the stress.

  • While many clients chase the lowest bid, we guide them to find the right number—the one that ensures quality, clarity, and successful completion.

Floor plan of a nightclub or event space, showing a stage on the left, a dance floor in the center, a bar area above the dance floor, and various rooms including offices, storage, men and women restrooms, and a VIP section at the bottom.

Past Experiences

A school gym with treadmills, weight machines, and weight plates, with four women working out and talking.

Before founding Rocks + Cornerstones, Bose Houser worked in architecture, project management, and owner’s rep roles at respected firms including Becker & Frondorf, BFW Group, and Daroff Design. She contributed to airport renovations, school upgrades, commercial interiors, and housing projects—developing the deep technical and project leadership skills that now drive R+C’s success.

Over 15 years of industry experience in architecture, construction management, and project leadership

  • Led and supported multimillion-dollar projects including:

    • Commercial interior fit-outs

    • Affordable housing and residential renovations

    • School facility upgrades

    • Philadelphia International Airport terminal improvements

  • Expert in preconstruction planning, scheduling, budgeting, and permitting

  • Combines design expertise with hands-on construction delivery

  • Brings a values-driven approach to each project: transparent pricing, clear communication, and on-time results

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