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Commercial Real Estate Development & Investment

Ground-Up Development & Investment Partnerships for Industrial & Retail Real Estate

From site acquisition to stabilized asset — full-cycle development, capital partnerships, and investment strategy across Atlanta.

15+

Years of Experience

2M+

Sq Ft Developed

200+

Deals Closed

PROJECTS

Our Development Portfolio

A track record of successful ground-up developments and strategic investments across industrial and retail real estate — from site acquisition through stabilized delivery.

Dutch Bros — Mauldin, SC Dutch Bros — Mauldin, SC

203 South Main Street, Mauldin, South Carolina 29662

7 Brew Coffee 7 Brew Coffee

1580 State Hwy K O'Fallon, MO 63366

Seven Brew Coffee Seven Brew Coffee

1630 State HWY K O’Fallon, MO

Take 5 — Oak Ridge, TN Take 5 — Oak Ridge, TN

1100 Oak Ridge Turnpike Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37830

Big Dan’s Car Wash — Toccoa, GA Big Dan’s Car Wash — Toccoa, GA

2421 Georgia 17 Alternate, Toccoa, Georgia 30577

About Us

About Us

We Specialize in Commercial Real Estate Development Across Georgia

With a commitment to excellence, BLAIR develops and invests in commercial real estate — from site selection and acquisition through full-cycle, ground-up delivery. We take the time to understand each project's goals, whether that means identifying the right site for a new development, structuring a capital partnership that maximizes long-term value, or guiding an investor through underwriting and due diligence on their next acquisition. Led by Preston Blair, our team combines deep local market knowledge with hands-on, personal attention at every stage of the process — delivering strategic, results-driven development across Atlanta and the greater Georgia market


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We've delivered ground-up developments and strategic investments across Georgia.

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We structure developments and partnerships targeting strong risk-adjusted returns.

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We're proud to have closed 40+ development and investment transactions.

Why BLAIR Is Your Trusted Development & Investment Partner?

From site selection to full-service development, we help investors and partners navigate commercial real estate development across Atlanta and the greater Georgia market with confidence.

Why BLAIR Is Your Trusted Development & Investment Partner?

Track Record of Delivery

A growing portfolio of completed office, retail, and industrial developments across Georgia, reflecting our depth of execution experience.

Expert Guidance

Our experienced team provides hands-on, personalized guidance at every stage — from site selection through stabilization — making your development journey seamless.

Trusted Development

We prioritize transparency, reliability, and results, earning the trust of investors and capital partners across every project we deliver.

Strategic Site Selection

We help you find the right site fast, using market insight and data-driven analysis to match your investment goals with the right opportunity.

Full-Service Commercial Real Estate Development & Investment Solutions Built to Last

Development & Investment Partnerships

We guide investors and capital partners through every stage of a project — from acquisition and underwriting to entitlement and delivery — maximizing value across office, retail, industrial, and multifamily assets.

Asset & Portfolio Strategy

We help owners and investors maximize asset performance, positioning developments competitively, identifying value-add opportunities, and structuring strategies that protect long-term value.

Construction & Delivery Management

We manage the development process from groundbreaking to completion, coordinating design, entitlements, and construction to deliver projects on time and on budget.

Site Selection & Land Development

From raw land to shovel-ready sites, we evaluate location, zoning, and market fundamentals to identify property that fits your development vision.

Multi-Sector Market Expertise

Deep experience across hospitality, industrial, office, retail, flex, healthcare, and residential — giving investors informed guidance no matter the property type.

Dedicated Client Support

From first consultation through delivery, our team provides responsive, hands-on guidance to keep every project moving smoothly and transparently.

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How It Works? Simple Steps to Develop, Partner, or Invest

Site Selection & Acquisition

Find the right site with confidence. We evaluate location, zoning, and market fundamentals across office, retail, and industrial opportunities that match your development vision.

Development & Delivery

We manage the development process end-to-end — from entitlements and design through construction — delivering projects on time, on budget, and built to last.

Invest or Partner

Invest with confidence. Get expert guidance, transparent underwriting, and access to a track record of successful projects at every step, for a strong, profitable outcome.

Clients We've Served

Companies We've Worked With

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Market Coverage

Where We Operate

We have boots on the ground and market data across the key development corridors of Georgia. Local knowledge isn't just a tagline — it's our primary competitive advantage.
  • Atlanta Metro Primary Market
  • Gwinnett County Retail · Development
  • Northeast Georgia (Gainesville) Retail · Site Selection
  • Coastal Georgia (Brunswick) Retail · Development
  • Northwest Georgia (Dalton) Retail · Industrial
  • Southeast US Expansion Retail · Outparcel Development
Preston Blair FOUNDER

MEET YOUR DEVELOPER

Preston Blair

Founder & Principal

Preston Blair is an Associate for Alterman Commercial Real Estate (“ACRE”). At ACRE, Preston is responsible for qualifying sites for single and multi-tenant developments, advising clients on trade areas, market trends, and economics. Additionally, Preston is hands on in the negotiating process for lease and purchase agreements for existing and new developments.

Preston, an Atlanta native, brings with him several years of transaction experience in commercial real estate, having worked with Brixmor Property Group and Bull Realty since graduating from the University of Mississippi in 2017. Preston is a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) candidate.

He is a member of the Real Estate Group of Atlanta (REGA) and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Outside of work, Mr. Blair enjoys staying active, playing golf and spending time with friends and family.

Book a Strategy Call

Start With a 30-Minute Discovery Call

Whether you’re planning a ground-up development, sourcing a site for acquisition, or evaluating an investment opportunity, this call will give you a clear picture of the Atlanta commercial market — with zero obligation.

Preston takes every call personally. No junior associates, no handoffs.

  • Market overview for your target geography and asset class
  • Current development and investment activity benchmarks
  • Site selection criteria review for your development vision
  • Off-market opportunity briefing if applicable
  • Clear next steps — no pressure, just clarity

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