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Oct 30
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The Rise of a Historic St. Petersburg Building

By Florida, Project Stories

The Rise of a Historic St. Petersburg Building

Why Adaptive Reuse?

Adaptive reuse construction is a great way to give new life to historic structures while also providing a sustainable and efficient construction option for building owners and developers. Summit Design + Build’s adaptive reuse project at 2151 Central Ave in St. Petersburg, FL is a great example of how to give new purpose to a nearly 100-year-old, vacant building.

2151 Central Ave is located in a core commercial corridor, just minutes from downtown St. Petersburg, FL. Built in 1926, it was the new owner’s vision to transform the former multifamily building into a mixed-use development. Plans for the new development included a modern renovation with first floor space for perspective retail and/or restaurant tenants and second floor office space with private offices, conference rooms, a break room, bathrooms and a private deck. The second-floor office would be the new home for the owner of the building, The Anderson Group.

The renovation of 2151 Central Avenue in dowtown St. Petersburg Florida is a great example of how to successfully complete a an adaptive reuse construction project.

Preserving History

It was important to The Anderson Group to maintain the character of the building, including its architectural characteristics which were popular in the 1920’s. The architect for the adaptive reuse project, Design Styles Architecture, helped to create a plan that would preserve those characteristics while also incorporating contemporary elements to bring the building into the 21st century. The new modern design would include skylights, which would bring natural light into the building, a new façade, all new windows and more.

Overcoming Adaptive Reuse Challenges

While working on the project, the Summit team had to overcome multiple challenges that often arise with an adaptive reuse project. Working with the existing shell structure and core of the building, many structural elements had to be re-built and reinforced to ensure the structural integrity of the building. The Summit team also installed a new elevator which required additional structural elements on the back of the building, allowing the building to maintain its ADA requirements. New MEP and life systems were also installed, corresponding with the latest building codes for commercial new construction in the area. With any adaptive reuse project, unique challenges are always expected and finding creative solutions is an exciting and rewarding element of these projects.

The adaptive reuse of 2151 Central Ave was completed in Summer 2020. Selecting the adaptive reuse construction method, as opposed to demolishing and re-building from the ground up, allowed the owner to save valuable time.

If you are considering an adaptive reuse project in the South Florida area, reach out to Summit Design + Build’s Florida team of adaptive reuse construction experts. We can help guide you through the adaptive reuse construction process from start to finish.

2151 Central Avenue Before and After Imagery

Oct 09
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St. Petersburg Adaptive Reuse Project Completion

By Florida, News

Summit Completes St. Petersburg Florida Adaptive Reuse Project

The Southeast office of general contractor Summit Design + Build, recently completed the adaptive reuse of an existing two-story commercial building at 2151 Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg, located near the corner of Central Avenue and 22nd Street.

Built-in 1926, 2151 Central Avenue was originally a multifamily building. The nearly 100-year-old building received contemporary upgrades to make way for a warm shell build-out of the first floor for perspective retail or restaurant tenants and second-floor office tenants. The owner of the project, The Anderson Group, moved their headquarters into the second floor of the building. Following the selective demolition of the 6,900 SF building

The renovation of 2151 Central Avenue in dowtown St. Petersburg Florida is a great example of how to successfully complete a an adaptive reuse construction project.

The renovations at 2151 Central Avenue included:

  • New Skylights

  • A New Elevator,

  • New MEP and Life Safety Systems

  • A New, Private Second-floor Deck

  • New Second-floor Bathrooms

  • 10 Private Offices

  • Conference Rooms and a Break Room

  • All New Windows

  • All New Façade

  • A New Patio

  • New Landscaping

2151 Central Avenue Imagery

Sep 22
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Summit Southeast Completes Adaptive Reuse Project

By Florida, News

St. Petersburg Florida Adaptive Reuse Project Completed

Summit Design + Build has completed the adaptive reuse of a two-story, 6,900-square-foot commercial building at 2151 Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg.

Built-in 1926, the property was originally a multifamily building but received modern upgrades to make way for retail or restaurant tenants on the first floor and office tenants on the second floor. Renovations at the property included new skylights, a new elevator, a new second-floor deck, new bathrooms, 10 private offices, conference rooms, all new windows and a new patio.

The owner of the project, private equity firm The Anderson Group, moved their headquarters into the second floor of the building. Design Styles Architecture provided design services for the project.

The renovation of 2151 Central Avenue in dowtown St. Petersburg Florida is a great example of how to successfully complete a an adaptive reuse construction project.

View the Connect Florida article here.

2151 Central Avenue Imagery

Aug 27
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Summit Southeast Office Completes Retail Center Remodel

By Florida, Project Stories

Shopping Center General Contracting and Construction Remodel

As the popularity of online shopping continues to grow, it is important to consider shopping center renovation and remodel construction upgrades to stay competitive with the market. Retail shopping centers often consist of a group of retail stores that are usually configured as a strip center, plaza or a closed/open-air mall. Upgrading and renovating a retail shopping center can make a world of difference in capturing the interest of potential shoppers. A shopping center construction project could consist of simple upgrades, renovations, demolitions and even entirely new builds or additions.

The renovation of Palms Plaza retail complex in Tampa, FL is a great example of how to successfully complete a shopping center construction project.

Palms Plaza is a 32,500 sf shopping center at the nexus of South Tampa, located along the prominent Dale Mabry Highway. The retail shopping center is situated on Tampa’s most notable retail corridor and it is adjacent to one of the highest volume Publix stores on Florida’s west coast. Originally built in 1982, Palms Plaza shopping center was purchased in 2018 by developer Clover Investment Properties. Clover Investment Properties engaged Summit Design + Build to complete a major façade remodel to refresh the property. The exterior façade renovation of the one-story retail center included new dumpster enclosures, new decorative perforated metal panels and a fresh coat of paint to enhance the complex’s curb appeal as desired by the client. During the construction process Summit was pleased to work closely with a preferred vendor to bring in additional savings for the client. Summit was also able to provide and include multiple value engineering options for the client throughout the process.

The Palms Plaza project was completed while fully occupied, in one of the busiest shopping centers in South Tampa. The innovative construction management process that was used to overcome these challenges is one of the many benefits of working with a team of construction experts that loves what they do. If you are considering a shopping center construction or retail construction project, reach out to our team of construction experts. We are happy to walk your retail property to provide you with quick design, permit, budget and/or scheduling input.

Before and After

Palms Plaza Imagery

May 27
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Summit Hosts ACE Mentorship Students

By Florida, News

Summit Design + Build hosts ACE Mentor Program of Greater Tampa Bay

Recently, the Tampa office of Summit Design + Build had the privilege of presenting to an impressive group of high school students from the ACE Mentor Program of Greater Tampa Bay. This free, award-winning afterschool program is offered to students interested in pursuing careers in the Architecture, Construction and Engineering industry. The success of the program is clear with over 70% of ACE seniors either going on to a skilled trades program or to college with an industry-related major. With more than 70 chapters operating across 37 states, the ACE Mentor Program awards approximately $2.5 million in scholarships annually, as well as offering students summer camp and internship opportunities.

Lead by Summit’s Tampa project management team, Courtnei Watts and Tsvetan Sirakov, the presentation on site logistics aimed to provide a real-world perspective on the complexities and challenges of running a successful construction project. The scholars learned about overcoming challenges like site access, materials storage and staging, anticipating human behavior and taking steps in advance to ensure adherence to policies and regulations that have been put in place. The students were shown that no project happens in a vacuum and that there are innumerable external factors that need to be taken into account, some in our control and some not.

This invaluable perspective that our talented project managers were able to provide is what this program is all about. The ACE Mentor Program gives the next generation of construction industry professionals a window into the world outside of the classroom and provides them tools they’ll need to succeed in it. We at Summit Design + Build are honored to be among the many mentors that have volunteered and contributed their time and experience to give back to the young participants of the ACE program.

Images from the Event

Oct 23
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Summit Adaptive Reuse Project in St. Petersburg

By Florida, News

Summit Nearing Completion of Adaptive Reuse Project in St. Petersburg

The Southeast office of Tampa based general contractor Summit Design + Build, is nearing completion of the adaptive reuse of an existing two-story commercial building at 2151 Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg.

The previously vacant 6,900 square-foot building near the corner of Central Avenue and 22nd Street prompted owners, The Anderson Group, to move forward with the renovations. Following selective demolition of the interior, Summit is working to complete the build-out of a warm shell for future first floor retail or restaurant tenants and second floor office tenants. Construction also includes:

  • New second floor bathrooms

  • 10 private offices

  • A conference room and break room

  • A private second floor deck

  • All new windows

  • A new elevator

  • New façade detailing

  • New landscaping and patio on the adjacent lot

Construction of 2151 Central Avenue is expected to be complete in Summer 2020. Design Styles Architecture is providing design services for the project.

2151 Central Avenue Renderings

Aug 20
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Summit Design Southeast Office Retail Center Remodel

By Florida, News

Palms Plaza Retail Center Remodel Started

The Southeast office of general contractor Summit Design + Build, recently started construction at Palms Plaza, a 32,500 square foot retail complex located off of South Dale Mabry Highway and Henderson Boulevard in South Tampa. Palms Plaza was purchased in 2018 by developer Clover Investment Properties who engaged Summit to complete a major façade remodel to refresh the property originally built in 1982.

To complete the remodel, Summit Design + Build will install new decorative metal panels on the existing stucco façade and paint the existing exterior walls and soffits. Summit is also building three new dumpster enclosures at the north end of the building and updating exterior signage with new sheet metal and paint.

All work will be completed while the building is occupied. Palms Plaza is currently 100% leased and occupied, anchored by tenants BayCare Urgent Care, Grain and Berry, and Supercuts. Hartmann Architecture is providing design services for the Palms Plaza project.

Palms Plaza Imagery