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MELBOURNE, Fla. - LandSouth Construction, an award-winning Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed-use development will break ground next month on Addison Pointe, a luxury apartment community in Melbourne, Fla. Developer Integra Land Company, Lake Mary, Fla., chose architect Charlan, Brock & Associates, Maitland Fla., for the four story, wood frame, apartment community located on Delaney Steer at the corner of North Wickham Road and Parkway Drive, across from Wickham Park. The experienced LandSouth team working on the 362,245 square foot development is led by project manager Mark Ondish, field superintendent Kyle Greer and project administrator Krista Frazee. “As we continue to see healthy job growth, new tourist attractions along with tech and service sector employers setting roots across Brevard County, we are striving to deliver a multifamily community for our client that elevates the area’s rental housing options...

(Photo by Nancy Beecher) NEW YORK - Inc. magazine has revealed that LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville-based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior living and mixed-use development is on its 37th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. LandSouth Construction ranked No. 1509 and it’s the second consecutive year it has appeared on the prestigious list that represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—private small businesses. In the photo, LandSouth Construction President/CEO James Pyle (left), Joe Passkiewicz, Senior Vice President, Development and Dana Webb, Vice President, Finance celebrating a year of accomplishments at the company's 20th Anniversary Celebration earlier this year.  LandSouth Construction is currently working on apartments, senior living and mixed-use developments throughout the Southeast including North Augus...

TAMPA, Fla. – LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed-use developments, has made the prestigious National Multifamily Housing Council’s (NMHC) 2018 ranking of the nation’s largest apartment contractors at No. 13. “We’re extremely honored to make the list as one of the top multifamily construction companies in the country,” said LandSouth President and CEO James Pyle. “The honor validates the dedication and expertise of our team and our ability to effectively meet the needs of owners and developers daily.” The NMHC annual list is the authoritative ranking of the nation’s largest apartment owners, apartment managers and top 25 developers and general contractors. The listing comes on the heels of a study from the NMHC and National Apartment Association (NAA) that revealed the industry’s tremendous economic impact. Apartments and their residents contribute $1.3 trillion annually to the economy and support ...

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. – LandSouth Construction, an award-winning Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in senior housing, multifamily and mixed-use development, will build Trinity Independent Senior Living, a luxury independent living community with a construction value of $19.3 million. Trinity is being built in a growing area of New Port Richey, located in Pasco County north of Tampa Bay. Trinity IL Senior Living, LLC has chosen Chancey Design Partnership, Inc. of Tampa, Fla. as the architect for the five-story project that sits on 2.82 acres at 1900 Blue Fox Way. Groundbreaking is scheduled for mid-February with completion in June 2019. “This new community is ideally located for those boomers who may want to continue to work and live in a vibrant area,” noted LandSouth CEO/President James Pyle, adding that the active adult market represents one of the fastest-growing segments of the housing industry. “This will truly be a unique Independent Living community...

By MIKE BONTS Editor, REAL ESTATE WIRE JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use development, has made the prestigious National Multifamily Housing Council’s (NMHC) 2017 ranking of the nation’s largest apartment contractors at No. 10. The 2017 NMHC 50 is the annual authoritative ranking of the nation’s largest apartment owners, managers, developers, general contractors and syndicators. Last year LandSouth was No. 16. Firms are ranked based on the number of units started in 2016 when LandSouth began 3,064 compared to 2,252 in 2015.           “Record renter demand continues to fuel apartment industry growth. It is an honor to be named the nation’s 10 th largest multifamily contractor. This ranking reflects the dedication and expertise of our team,” said LandSouth President/CEO James Pyle. The forces that ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use development, has made the prestigious National Multifamily Housing Council’s (NMHC) 2016 ranking of the nation’s largest apartment contractors at No. 16. Record renter demand continues to fuel apartment industry growth, as evidenced in NMHC’s just released Top 50, the authoritative ranking of the country’s largest apartment owners, managers, developers and contractors.  Last year LandSouth was No. 25. General contractors are ranked based on the number of units started in 2015. “It is an honor to be named the nation’s 16th largest apartment contractor. This ranking is another validation of the dedication and expertise of our team,” said LandSouth President/CEO James Pyle. “Our ability to effectively meet the needs of owners and developers has put LandSouth in this coveted position.” LandSouth Construction is currently workin...

REAL ESTATE WIRE JACKSONVILLE, Fla.  – LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use development has broken ground on Integra Sands, a $24 million luxury apartment community in Daytona Beach, Fla.  Integra Land Company of Lake Mary, Fla. is developing the 358,480 square foot project. Charlan, Brock and Associates of Maitland, Fla. is designing Integra Sands. Completion is scheduled for April 2017. “The plan is for Integra Sands to attract a wide span of lifestyles, from students to young professionals to working empty-nesters,” noted LandSouth Construction President and CEO James Pyle. “With spacious interiors, sophisticated finishes and resort-style amenities the community offers the perfect balance between small-town charm and big-city comfort.” Nestled on 14.5 beautiful acres, Daytona Beach’s newest apartment address will feature 264 garden style apartment homes in six four-story bu...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed-use development has commenced construction on Integra Lakes at Concord Village, a $19,375,00 luxury apartment community in Casselberry, Fla. Integra Lakes at Concord Village is situated on 7.5 acres and is being developed by Integra Land Company of Lake Mary, Fla. The architect of the 203-unit, 284,628 square foot project is Associated Consulting International of Winter Park, Fla. “Great care is going into building a community that will seamlessly fit into Casselberry’s established surroundings,” said LandSouth CEO and President James Pyle. “Integra Lakes’ full array of amenities and open floor plans designed with quality finishes are consistent with high-end rental communities the developer has become known for.” Prominently located in downtown Casselberry at 88 Triplett Lake Dr., Concord Village is a new and innovative mixed ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use developments, has begun construction on the third and final phase of American House, a $13,834, 644 senior living community in Bonita Springs, Fla. With Phase III scheduled to open in the fall of 2016, American House is being developed by nationally known American House Senior Living Communities. Progressive Associates is the architect. Phase three of the project is a Tuscan style three-story building featuring 88 independent one- and two-bedroom private apartment homes, in addition to two-bedroom apartments with a den.  In addition to convenience and location, residents will enjoy modern trim and finishes including European cabinetry and quartz countertops. “This is really upscale independent senior living. Large residences with fashionable finishes, concierge service, dining facilities and a large veranda that offers ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.   -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed-use development will soon begin construction on Integra Junction, a $28 million apartment community in Odessa, Fla. just 30 miles from Tampa. Integra Junction is being developed by Integra Land Development of Lake Mary, Fla. Charlan Brock and Associates of Maitland, Fla. is the architect. Completion is scheduled for March 2017. “LandSouth Construction has been creating extraordinary multifamily communities for nearly 17 years, and we are thrilled to announce groundbreaking for Integra Junction, which will demonstrate the workmanship, quality and value that we have become known for,” said James Pyle, president, LandSouth Construction. With an impressive array of features and amenities, there will be 322 garden style apartments in eleven four-story buildings with elevators. Residences will be available in eleven uniqu...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.  --- For the second consecutive year LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla.-based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use developments, has been recognized as one of Florida’s Fastest Growing 100 Private Companies by the state’s Business Journals. LandSouth was one of six Jacksonville companies that made the prestigious list. The recognition as one of the Fast 100 comes on the heels of recently being named one of Jacksonville’s 50 Fastest Growing Private Companies by the Jacksonville Business Journal. As one of Jacksonville’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, LandSouth Construction was No. 14 with 65.97 percent growth rate and was No. 5 by dollar volume list for top revenue increase. LandSouth was also named one of “2015 Best Places to Work” by the Jacksonville Business Journal. “We are honored to again be listed among some of the most promising and successful companies in Jacksonville and across the stat...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSONVILLE, Fla. --  LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use developments, has begun construction on apartments at ChampionsGate, a $32 million luxury apartment community in Davenport, Fla. The gated community will feature 308 residences and a resort-style clubhouse in five buildings situated on 11.6 beautifully landscaped acres. ChampionsGate is expected to be completed in early 2017. “ChampionsGate will meet the growing demand for luxurious apartment homes in this highly desirable neighborhood,” said James Pyle, President and CEO of LandSouth Construction.  “The community will provide residents a carefree, comfortable lifestyle with upscale amenities and a convenient location.” Located at the heart of ChampionsGate Development off I-4 south of Orlando, the community is being developed by ChampionsGate Ventures, LLC. The architect is James S. ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (July 25, 2015) – LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use developments, has been recognized for the second consecutive year  as one of the 50 Fastest Growing Private Companies by the Jacksonville Business Journal. The top 50 were selected based on average annual revenue growth over the past three years. In addition to percentage growth awards. The publication honors the top 10 companies in total revenue growth over the same three-year period. The company was No. 14 for 2014 with 65.97 percent growth rate and was No. 5 by dollar volume list for top revenue increase. This recognition follows the firm being named to the Best Places to Work list by the publication for the second consecutive year. Earlier this year LandSouth Construction made the prestigious National Multifamily Housing Council’s (NMHC) 2015 ranking of the nation’s largest apartment contractors at No. 25. “...

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. - With a focus on Veterans, LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use developments, helped celebrate the grand opening of Phase One and Two of American House Senior Living Community in Bonita Springs, Fla. With veterans, city officials and residents present during the ceremony, American House announced it will be a sponsor of the Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team that will play in Bonita Springs on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016. AH Bonita Springs LLC is the developer and Progressive Associates the architect of phase one and two of the $14,101,099 senior community. “American House is a quality developer with a lot of experience with nearly 4,300 senior living units across nearly 40 communities, making it one of the top-25 largest senior living providers in the U.S,” said LandSouth’s Vice President of Operations Joe Passkiewicz. Nestled on 25 acres, American Hou...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (June 9, 2015) -- LandSouth Construction, a Jacksonville, Fla. based general contractor specializing in multifamily, senior housing and mixed use developments, has begun construction on 500 Ocean, a $49 million mixed-use apartment community in Boynton Beach, Fla. A six-story building on 4.7 acres will connect the 341 luxury apartment homes with a parking garage, clubhouse, pool, retail and office space as well as other convenient resort style amenities. Award winning LeCesse Development Corp. of Altamonte Springs, Fla. is developing 500 Ocean Apartments. The project is being designed by MSA Architects of Miami, Fla.  and is scheduled to be completed by April 2017. “500 Ocean Apartments is true upscale Florida living with spectacular views, resort style amenities, a public transportation stop, nearby beach access, retail, office and restaurants planned,” said LandSouth’s Vice President of Operations Joe Passkiewicz. “The project is in-line with the C...