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Building
Blocks

ALTADENA'S SURVIVOR-LED COMMUNITY REBUILD PROGRAM

Altadena, California photo from the the Altadena Historical Society Archives

A Collection of Altadena-Inspired Homes

Thoughtfully designed homes inspired by the architectural character of Altadena and built to exceed today's fire and building standards. 

BROWSE BY

Tim Vordtriede, a fire-survivor and one of the founders for Building Blocks Altadena

As an Eaton fire survivor,



Tim understands firsthand the uncertainty and challenges that come with rebuilding. Together, the team combines decades of experience in homebuilding, architecture, and project management to provide homeowners with a single, trusted team from planning through construction. At Building Blocks, the mission is simple: make rebuilding easier, more transparent, and more personal, so families can focus on returning home because we know exactly how burdening the process can be.

Building Blocks is a collaboration between Tim Vordtriede, Chris Driscoll, Chris Corbett, and the award-winning team at Comstock Homes, created to provide homeowners affected by the Eaton Fire with a clear, coordinated path to rebuilding.

Rebuilding, Made Simpler.

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“Everyone is here to help and understands how difficult it has been.  Building Blocks gives me hope to return to Altadena”

Eaton Fire Total Loss Survivor

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What is 
Turn-Key?

​Building Blocks is a true turn-key solution, homeowners are guided through the entire rebuilding journey from start to finish, so survivors don’t have to assemble and manage a team on their own. From initial site assessment and plan selection, to interior design, permitting, budgeting, construction, and final move-in, everything is coordinated under one roof. Instead of juggling architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and vendors separately, survivors have one integrated team, one clear process, and one transparent pricing structure. This approach simplifies decision-making, reduces stress, and eliminates costly miscommunication between parties. With clear scopes, upfront cost expectations, and step-by-step guidance, Building Blocks provides a streamlined path back home, making rebuilding more predictable, efficient, and affordable. 

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