Industry Insights

Construction has begun on the first phase of the 965-acre Double Branch mixed-use development in Pasco County, anchored by large-scale industrial space.

Kolter Urban has named Moss Construction as the general contractor for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sarasota Bay, a 20-story luxury waterfront development in downtown Sarasota. Sitework began in April 2024, with deep foundations and utilities nearly complete. Moss previously collaborated with Kolter Urban on The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sarasota, completed in 2021. The new project, slated for

The Better Business Bureau serving West Florida has partnered with Duke Energy Florida, Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas to raise awareness about utility scams during Utility Scam Awareness Day. This initiative aims to educate consumers and businesses about fraud tactics and empower them to avoid falling victim. Scammers impersonate utility representatives via phone calls, emails

The Ronto Group, a Naples-based development company, marked a significant milestone with the topping out of the 11th floor at the Rosewood Residences Lido Key, a luxury condominium project, located at 930 Benjamin Franklin Drive. Developed in partnership with Wheelock Street Capital, Rosewood Residences Lido Key represents the first in a series of standalone, residential-only

CASS Contemporary, a global art consultancy with a strong presence in Tampa, plans to launch a new digital marketplace, CASS MRKT PLCE in February 2025, to connect emerging and established artists with collectors in a curated space. Founded by Cassie and Jake Greatens, CASS Contemporary has built a reputation for curating collections that feature iconic

Impact Properties has announced Hammock Bay, a new gated luxury waterfront community that is planned for Apollo Beach. The development will feature 47 homesites with deep-water access, direct dockage and custom-designed estate homes by Bartlett Custom Homes and Tide Homes. Hammock Bay is one of the last waterfront developments in the area. The project will

Peak Surf Park plans a surf-focused destination in Pasco County as part of a large-scale mixed-use development, targeting a 2027 opening.

By Taylor Ranker, founder and CEO of Questmont Remember the “circle of vultures” from the last article? Well now, let’s discuss their modus operandi. Try to envision a tiger, or possibly a leopard, quietly crouching and preparing to “pounce on” and devour its prey. Do you really think it is possible they have the prey’s

Taylor Morrison plans to open seven new communities across Hillsborough, Pasco and Manatee counties, in 2025, adding more than 3,300 homes to the Tampa Bay area. The expansion includes the builder’s first developments in Plant City, Apollo Beach and Hudson, alongside new projects in Palmetto and Parrish. Homes will range from the $300,000s to the

By Rebekah Nault Upgrading your facility services- including access control, CCTV, cameras, AI and radio technology- has become a simple yet powerful strategy for builders, developers and real estate professionals globally, to stay competitive. Investing in the right technology not only attracts more buyers and increases occupancy rates but also creates a safer and more

The University of South Florida has announced another major donation. The Gonzmart Family Foundation has gifted the school $1 million to support its new on-campus stadium. The Gonzmart Family Foundation, led by Richard Gonzmart, Casey Gonzmart Sr., Andrea Gonzmart Williams and Casey Gonzmart Jr., represents fourth- and fifth-generation owners of the Columbia Restaurant Group. Richard

Four new images reveal the fan experience and unique stadium features.