Gasworx, the 50-acre mixed-use development connecting Ybor City to downtown Tampa, has reached a major milestone.
Moss, a national construction firm with a strong local presence, has topped out a six-story office and retail building that will serve as Grow Financial’s future headquarters. The event marks visible progress in one of the most ambitious urban redevelopment projects in Tampa.
The 145,000-square-foot office building, designed by S9Architecture with Smallwood as architect of record, includes 9,000 square feet of ground-floor retail.
Located in the heart of the Barrio Latino Historic District, it blends modern design with details inspired by Ybor’s cigar-era architecture.
“Our workers have been steadfast in their dedication to reach this stage,” said Toby Manulak, senior vice president of Moss’ Mid-Florida Region. “When complete, this building will be an instrumental piece of the Gasworx vision.”
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Grow Financial will occupy roughly half of the building, bringing hundreds of workers and daily activity to the area. Features include outdoor terraces, a rooftop deck, a conference center and a café and bar that connect directly to the Gasworx marketplace.
“With this office building and neighboring housing portions of the project coming to life, the grand vision for Gasworx is coming into focus,” said Graham Tyrrell, managing director for Florida at Kettler. “We are creating a sought-after district that will reflect both the rich history of Ybor City and the vibrant future of Tampa.”
Building a District with Meaning
Earlier this month, TBBW reported Kettler announced the names of three new residential buildings in the district: The Luisa, Olivette and The Stevedore. Each name pays tribute to the people and industries that shaped Ybor’s identity.
The Luisa honors Luisa Capetillo, Ybor’s only recorded female lector who helped lead intellectual discussions among cigar workers. Olivette recognizes the steamship that once connected Tampa and Havana, symbolizing the immigrant journeys that built the city’s workforce. The Stevedore celebrates the dockworkers who powered Tampa’s early port economy.
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According to Kettler, the names were chosen through consultation with the Tampa Bay History Center and local community leaders to ensure cultural accuracy.
“Gasworx represents more than a collection of buildings,” Tyrrell said. “These names connect directly to the people, ships, traditions and industries that built Ybor City.”
Construction Underway
Work is now active across all Gasworx sites.
• The Stevedore, built by Juneau Construction, is expected to open in early 2026.
• The Luisa, by CBG, will follow in spring 2027.
• Olivette, constructed by Moss, is scheduled for completion in summer 2027.
Moss is also building the topped-out office tower, which is expected to be completed in 2026.
Together, the projects will deliver more than 900 residences, 55,000 square feet of retail and a network of walkable streets, public parks and transit access.
Business Impact
For developers and investors, Gasworx shows how strong storytelling can shape a place. Its design and identity, rooted in Ybor’s immigrant history, bring lasting value in a competitive real estate market.
For Tampa businesses, it represents a new opportunity to be part of a district that honors history while encouraging growth. Retail tenants, startups and professional firms will benefit from the influx of residents, workers and visitors.
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“It is fitting that so many of the new place names reflect Ybor’s past, carrying its legacy into the future,” said Rodney Kite-Powell, curator at the Tampa Bay History Center.
Rooted Progress
Gasworx is reshaping how Tampa grows by building on its past rather than replacing it. The topping out of the Grow Financial tower and the naming of The Luisa, Olivette and The Stevedore show how vision and heritage can rise together.
As Ybor City enters its next chapter, Gasworx stands as both a construction milestone and a cultural restoration, proof that progress can have roots.
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