PLANO, TEXAS — Minneapolis-based developer Ryan Cos. has completed a 23-story, 409,000-square-foot office building within the Legacy West mixed-use development in Plano. Global tax firm Ryan LLC plans to occupy about half of the building as its new headquarters, and JLL is marketing the remaining space for lease. The developer and tenant are not affiliated. ACORE Capital provided construction financing for the project, which Ryan Cos. developed in a joint venture with the real estate investment arm of Kansas-based conglomerate Koch. Amenities include a fitness center, multiple conference rooms, tenant lounge, pickleball courts and a café. Gensler served as the project architect. Construction began in summer 2022 and topped out last fall.
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HOUSTON — General contractor Gallant Builders is underway on the renovation of Four Westlake, a 564,291-square-foot office building located within the Energy Corridor area of West Houston. Energy giant BP formerly occupied the property, which according to LoopNet Inc. was built in 1992 and previously renovated in 2004. The centerpiece of the renovation is the transformation of the lobby. The project team will also upgrade the fitness center and add a new food hall. IA Interior Architects served as the project architect. JLL is providing project management and leasing services. Completion is slated for May 2025. The owner was not disclosed.
SAN MARCOS, TEXAS — Cleveland-based multifamily developer The NRP Group has delivered Centro35, a 330-unit affordable housing community in San Marcos, located roughly midway between Austin and San Antonio. Centro35 offers one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom units that are reserved for households earning 60 percent or less of the area median income. The amenity package comprises a pool, fitness center, conference center with individual work pods, children’s activity room and a game room. NRP Group developed the property in partnership with Capital Area Housing Finance Corp.
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.
HOUSTON — Lebco Industries has signed an 80,260-square-foot industrial lease in northwest Houston. The furniture manufacturer is taking space at 6913 Guhn Road, a single-tenant building that features 32-foot clear heights, 18 dock-high doors, 185-foot truck court depths and parking for 61 cars and 32 trailers. Jeremy Lumbreras and William Carpenter of Stream Realty Partners represented the landlord, Chicago-based First Industrial Realty Trust, in the lease negotiations. David Buescher and Geoff Perrott of JLL represented the tenant.
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 …
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.
DALLAS — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the sale of a 13,265-square-foot mixed-use building in Uptown Dallas. The three-story building at 3203 McKinney Ave. consists of 5,829 square feet of office/retail space and 7,436 square feet of residential space. Joe Santelli of Marcus & Millichap represented the seller and procured the buyer, both of which were private investors that requested anonymity, in the transaction.
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 …
COLUMBUS, OHIO — Clear Investment Group has acquired a 70-unit, value-add multifamily portfolio in Columbus for an undisclosed price. With this addition, Chicago-based Clear expands its presence in the Midwest to more than 450 units, when combined with a larger portfolio purchased in December 2023. CEO Amy Rubenstein says the acquisition aligns with the company’s growth strategy of finding distressed assets in the workforce housing sector.