AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Scott Felder Homes, a prominent homebuilder with operations in Austin, TX, San Antonio, TX, and Denver, CO, sponsored by investment firm Platform Ventures, today announced the acquisition of Olivia Clarke Homes, an award-winning homebuilder based in Texas’ Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
The acquisition marks a strategic move by Scott Felder Homes to expand its geographic reach and accelerate its growth in North Texas. With Olivia Clarke Homes’ strong presence in that market, the deal enhances Scott Felder Homes’ ability to meet the growing demand for thoughtfully designed homes in one of the fastest growing markets in the U.S.
“This acquisition aligns perfectly with our long-term strategy,” said Steve Krasoff, President and CEO of Scott Felder Homes. “With the acquisition of Olivia Clarke Homes, we not only are gaining valuable expertise and talent, but we are also expanding our portfolio of residential communities to better serve our customers. We are excited and welcome Olivia Clarke Homes as part of the Felder operation.”
Founded in 2020, Olivia Clarke Homes delivers high-end production homes that offer in-demand features like home offices, and an abundance of storage solutions, while maintaining a classic and timeless aesthetic. Its team provides a boutique homebuying experience for every customer. Olivia Clarke Homes’ founder, Jennifer Johnson, will remain onboard to ensure a smooth integration and continued commitment to quality and innovation. Olivia Clarke Homes will keep its namesake following the acquisition.
“We are excited to become part of Scott Felder Homes,” said Jennifer Johnson. “Together, we will scale to meet the future needs of homebuyers across North Texas, while maintaining the quality and integrity of our brand.” Builder Advisory Group served as an exclusive sell-side advisor to Olivia Clarke Homes. The transaction was closed on May 14. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
Scott Felder Homes
Scott Felder Homes is one of the larger producers of quality, move-up homes with communities located in Austin, New Braunfels, and San Antonio, Texas. Additionally, it has operations in Colorado through its wholly-owned entity McStain Neighborhoods. A twenty-time homebuilder of the year, offering innovative designs, custom features, desirable locations, high quality construction and Build-for-Rent operations is standard for what Scott Felder Homes is known for in the industry. More information is available at scottfelderhomes.com.
About Platform Ventures
Platform Ventures, LLC (or the “Firm”) is an independent, entrepreneurial private investment firm that invests into scalable investment strategies and other special situations through closed and open-end opportunistic private equity funds.
The Firm’s operator-oriented investment platform is vertically integrated across logistics, housing, and credit through subsidiaries that include Platform Investments, LLC, a wholly owned SEC registered investment advisor. The Firm invests selectively across the capital structure in direct acquisitions, joint ventures, recapitalizations, and reorganizations. Platform Investments, LLC, manages over $3.5 billion of assets1 on behalf of institutional, family office, and high net worth investors. Visit platformv.com for more information.
1) As of March 31, 2025. This includes assets managed by Platform Venture affiliates who are not registered investment advisers, and this amount does not represent Regulatory Assets Under Management as defined by the SEC. SEC registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.
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