about
sbd | oak

“SBD” is a real estate developer and general contractor with a focus on transforming well placed property to its greatest potential. Led by its founders Joseph Stern and Roni Benjamini whose backgrounds combine engineering, construction, development, acquisitions and finance. SBD has developed and constructed over two dozen ground up projects in New York and Florida exceeding several million SF of commercial and residential development ranging from intricate townhomes to high-rise towers. Currently, SB Development has over 3 million square feet under construction and in pre-development, including multi-family rentals to high-rise condo towers and beyond.towers and beyond.

Our Approach

Established in 2010, SB Development rapidly evolved into a full-service development company over the last decade. Having completed over two million square feet of diverse properties, from commercial to luxury residential, SB excels in navigating the complexities of new construction. At the core of our success is a responsive decision-making process. 1 Oak Contracting, SB's GC arm, forms the cornerstone of our hands-on project management approach. Collaborating closely with the development team, we focus our efforts on common goals, ensuring projects are executed with precision, adhering to schedules, budgets, and the highest standards of detail. With a foundation laid by real estate visionaries Roni Benjamini and Joseph Stern, our team blends expertise in engineering, construction, development, acquisitions, and finance. SBD stands as a testament to their commitment to excellence, showcasing a wealth of experience in crafting mixed-use and mixed-income projects throughout the boroughs and the greater NY metropolitan area.projects throughout the boroughs and the greater NY metropolitan area.