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BR Cos. to Develop $250M Multifamily Project in Downtown Kansas City

by Taylor Williams

KANSAS CITY, MO. — California-based developer BR Cos. will build 800 Grand, a $250 million multifamily project at the southwest corner of Eighth Street and Grand Boulevard in downtown Kansas City. The 25-story high-rise building will consist of 300 apartments and 24,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space. Information on floor plans and the amenity package was not announced. Hoefer Welker designed 800 Grand, and Clark Construction and JE Dunn are serving as the general contractors for the tower. Tentative groundbreaking and completion dates were not announced, but the development has been in the works for more than a year. “Kansas City has the right environment and connectivity through smart public investment in public parks and transportation expansions to attract private investment,” said Ryan Sullivan, chief development officer of BR Cos. BR Cos., which maintains an office in Kansas City, has also partnered with local real estate agency Aristocrat Realty on the development. Founded in 2011, BR Cos. currently has 200 employees on staff and focuses on several business lines throughout the United States and Mexico, including real estate, construction, finance and energy. — Taylor Williams

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Krusinski to Build 788,000 SF Spec Industrial Project in Plainfield, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow

PLAINFIELD, ILL. — Krusinski Construction Co. will serve as general contractor for a 788,000-square-foot speculative industrial project within Plainfield Business Center in the southwest Chicago suburb of Plainfield. Trammell Crow Co. (TCC) is the developer. Named TCC Stewart South Phase I, the 52-acre project is slated for occupancy in fall 2025. The cross-dock facility is being marketed as a single-tenant property, but it will be divisible for multiple users. The building will feature a clear height of 40 feet, 80 dock-level doors, four drive-in doors and parking for 392 cars and 211 trailers. Future phases of Plainfield Business Center are currently being planned. At full build-out, the development will encompass over 8 million square feet of industrial space. The project team includes Harris Architects and civil engineer Kimley-Horn. Edward Notz of Associated Bank originated a $43.6 million construction loan.

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Block & Co. Arranges Sale of 19-Property Minit Mart Portfolio in Metro Kansas City

by Kristin Harlow

KANSAS CITY, MO. — Block & Co. Inc. Realtors has arranged the sale of a 19-property Minit Mart portfolio in metro Kansas City for an undisclosed price. Greg Roberts of Block & Co. represented the buyer, Tarkio Real Estate LLC. The portfolio will be transitioned into independent liquor and corner stores. All gas pumps will be rebranded to Phillips 66.

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MLG Capital Acquires Nine-Building Industrial Portfolio in Suburban Minneapolis

by Kristin Harlow

EDINA AND EDEN PRAIRIE, MINN. — MLG Capital has acquired the Golden Triangle Portfolio in suburban Minneapolis for an undisclosed price. The flex portfolio includes a blend of industrial and office space across nine buildings in Edina and Eden Prairie. Golden Triangle is the 20th acquisition within MLG’s most recent fund, MLG Private Fund VI, and its 48th investment in metro Minneapolis. MLG partnered with Big River Real Estate on the acquisition.

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Meridian Completes 51,500 SF Manufacturing Facility for IPC in Bartlett, Illinois

by Kristin Harlow

BARTLETT, ILL. — Meridian Design Build has completed a 51,500-square-foot manufacturing facility for International Packing & Crating (IPC) at 1313 Jack Court in the Chicago suburb of Bartlett. The project included 3,700 square feet of office/employee space and 47,800 square feet of shop improvements, including compressed air piping, dust collection ductwork, power distribution and lighting to support a full-service crating and custom packaging operation. The project team included Heitman Architects Inc. and civil engineer V3 Cos. Ltd.

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Kipsu Signs 38,000 SF Office Lease at Butler Square in Downtown Minneapolis

by Kristin Harlow

MINNEAPOLIS — Kipsu has signed a 38,000-square-foot office lease at Butler Square, a historic office building totaling 367,717 square feet in downtown Minneapolis. The Frontline Customer Experience (FCX) software company will move into its new space on the seventh floor in January. Ann Rinde of CBRE represented the landlord, Butler Properties LLC. Brandon Megal of CBRE represented Kipsu. Butler Square is located within the Warehouse District at 100 N. 6th St. Built in 1906 and extensively renovated in 2020-2021, the nine-story building features amenities such as bike storage, new shower rooms, onsite childcare, a tenant lounge, Skyway access and a conference room.

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Northmarq Provides $42M Acquisition Loan for Apartment Complex in Overland Park, Kansas

by Kristin Harlow

OVERLAND PARK, KAN. — Northmarq has provided a $42 million Freddie Mac loan for the acquisition of The Sovereign at Overland Park, a 250-unit apartment complex in the Kansas City suburb of Overland Park. Built in 2013 and located at 13310 Melrose Lane, the property offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units. Amenities include private garages, a resort-style pool, gated pet park and 24-hour fitness center. Greg Duvall of Northmarq originated the loan on behalf of the borrower, Sovereign Apartments LLC. The 10-year loan features a fixed interest rate.

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Cordish Cos. Unveils Plans for $10M Renovation of Kansas City Live! Entertainment Destination

by Kristin Harlow

KANSAS CITY, MO. — The Cordish Companies has unveiled plans for a $10 million upgrade to Kansas City Live! in the city’s Power & Light District. The project will include updates to existing spaces and the introduction of a new concept to the entertainment destination. The Kansas City Live! Block will feature a new exterior canopy, ceiling heaters and misters to make the open-air venue welcoming during all seasons. New high-definition ribbon boards and enhanced theatrical lighting will enhance shows and events. Expanded group seating areas, fresh landscaping and additional bar access will enhance the atmosphere. Additionally, Pizza Bar will receive a patio refresh with new outdoor seating, upgraded finishes and bar. Opening in spring 2025, Besos y Abrazos is a Latin-inspired dining venue with DJs. The cuisine draws inspiration from traditional street foods across Latin America, and guests can enjoy crafted margaritas and sangria. Nightclub Mosaic will receive a $2.5 million upgrade and expansion, nearly doubling in size. Standout features will include a state-of-the-art audio system, lighting and DJ booth backed by a new high-resolution LED wall. There will also be a new luxury lounge with expansive bar and additional VIP seating, and a refreshed patio. Construction is scheduled …

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Peak Construction to Build 747,000 SF Warehouse for HC Cos. in Middlefield, Ohio

by Kristin Harlow

MIDDLEFIELD, OHIO — Peak Construction Corp. will serve as the design-build contractor for a new 747,000-square-foot warehouse and distribution facility for The HC Companies in Middlefield, an eastern suburb of Cleveland. Scannell Properties is the developer. The project is being constructed adjacent to HC’s existing Ohio manufacturing facility. Site preparation is underway, with completion of the development slated for the third quarter of 2025. The project team includes Harris Architects, Weber Engineer Services and SMBH Structural Engineering. Headquartered in Twinsburg, Ohio, HC works in the horticultural industry and manufactures products for greenhouse, nursery, retail and commercial markets.

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Three New Retail Tenants to Open at Sakura Novi Mixed-Use Development in Michigan

by Kristin Harlow

NOVI, MICH. — Three new retail tenants are joining the tenant line-up at Sakura Novi, an Asian-themed mixed-use development in Novi. Teso Life is a Japanese-themed department store specializing in snacks, cosmetics, homeware, kitchenware, stationery and toy collectibles. The company has 15 stores in New York, Texas, Arizona and Georgia with 15 more in development in several states. The 12,000-square-foot store at Sakura Novi will mark the brand’s first Michigan location. Paris Baguette is a Korean-owned bakery specializing in French and Asian pastries and baked goods, cakes, sandwiches, coffee and drinks. Paris Baguette’s 3,000-square-foot store at Sakura Novi will be the third location in Michigan. The company has 3,785 stores in South Korea, China, Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia, and 105 stores in the U.S. and Canada. Klawsome! will be the first standalone claw machine arcade in Michigan. This type of arcade features the opportunity to win kawaii-style stuffies from claw machines. The stuffies can be traded in for larger or more rare stuffed animals and anime figurines. This form of entertainment is popular in Japan and other Asian countries, as well as U.S. cities with large Asian populations. The three stores will join previously announced restaurants, including Mikiya Wagyu Shabu …

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