{"id":72655,"date":"2025-12-05T17:11:11","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T17:11:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/72655\/"},"modified":"2025-12-05T17:11:11","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T17:11:11","slug":"demolition-to-begin-for-125m-mixed-use-project-in-downtown-st-pete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/72655\/","title":{"rendered":"Demolition to begin for $125M mixed-use project in downtown St. Pete"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Demolition is starting soon for Gallery Haus, a $125M mixed-use tower in downtown St. Petersburg. <\/p>\n<p>The milestone comes after the development team secured a $6M site work loan from Osprey Capital and named KAST Construction as the general contractor for the 23-story project.<\/p>\n<p>LD&amp;D and Black Salmon are leading the development, with LD&amp;D partner IGEQ also participating. <\/p>\n<p>The site is at 155 17th Street South near Tropicana Field and the Historic Gas Plant District, which remains one of the most closely watched areas in the region.<\/p>\n<p>What Gallery Haus will bring<\/p>\n<p>Gallery Haus will include 254 homes along with more than 10,000 square feet of amenities and coworking space. <\/p>\n<p>Plans also call for a wellness and fitness center facing the Pinellas Trail and a lobby-level coffee shop as part of the ground-floor retail.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGallery Haus reflects the type of forward looking development contributing to the next era of St. Petersburg\u201d said Diego Bonet, managing partner of LD&amp;D. \u201cWith demolition ready to go we are taking the first step toward delivering housing that reflects the market\u2019s demand for walkable and design driven living environments that match the energy and growth drawing people and investment to the city.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tbbwmag.com\/?attachment_id=88697\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Rendering of the Gallery Haus tower showing balconies, greenery and the building\u2019s modern exterior.\" width=\"728\" height=\"410\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/THUMBNAIL-1-3-728x410.jpeg\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A rendering shows the planned 23 story Gallery Haus tower that will bring new homes to downtown St. Pete.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tbbwmag.com\/?attachment_id=88693\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Pool deck at Gallery Haus with lounge chairs, palm trees and a raised swimming pool.\" width=\"728\" height=\"410\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/THUMBNAIL-1-728x410.jpeg\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Gallery Haus will feature a pool deck with lounge areas and greenery for residents.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tbbwmag.com\/?attachment_id=88695\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Rooftop lounge at Gallery Haus with a long fire pit, modern seating and views of St. Pete at dusk.\" width=\"728\" height=\"410\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/THUMBNAIL-1-2-728x410.jpeg\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A rooftop lounge with a fire pit and city views is planned for Gallery Haus in downtown St. Pete.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tbbwmag.com\/?attachment_id=88694\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Aerial view of downtown St. Pete with Tropicana Field and the future Gallery Haus site.\" width=\"728\" height=\"410\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/THUMBNAIL-1-1-728x410.jpeg\"  \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Gallery Haus site sits near Tropicana Field in a fast growing part of downtown St. Pete.<\/p>\n<p>A model proven in Miami<\/p>\n<p>The project builds on the team\u2019s work with Wynwood Haus in Miami. Many of the same features that resonated with renters there will carry into St. Petersburg. The goal is to create a strong live-work-play setting that stays active throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe start of demolition marks another important step in our partnership with LD&amp;D and our vision for St. Petersburg,\u201d said Camilo Lopez, managing partner of Black Salmon. \u201cGallery Haus reflects our confidence in the market\u2019s direction and our focus on projects that can create lasting value for residents and the community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A Strategic location in a growing area<\/p>\n<p>The development sits within a Downtown St. Petersburg Opportunity Zone at the intersection of the Edge District and the Warehouse District. <\/p>\n<p>Both areas are known for art galleries, restaurants and entertainment venues. Residents will have direct access to the 75-mile Pinellas Trail and fast connections to the waterfront and museums.<\/p>\n<p>As major redevelopment efforts continue near Tropicana Field, Gallery Haus joins a group of projects that are reshaping the future of the city and reinforcing St. Petersburg\u2019s growing role in Florida\u2019s urban economy.<\/p>\n<p>Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Gallery Haus adds new homes in one of the most supply-constrained parts of the region<\/p>\n<p>The site sits next to the planned $6.8B rebuild of the Historic Gas Plant District<\/p>\n<p>The project supports continued investment momentum in downtown St. Petersburg<\/p>\n<p>It strengthens a walkable corridor that connects the Edge District, the Warehouse District and Tropicana Field<\/p>\n<p>The start of demolition signals real movement at a time when many projects remain stalled<\/p>\n<p>Stay Connected<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tbbwmag.com\/subscribe\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up for TBBW\u2019s newsletter<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@tampabaybusinesswealthmaga9682\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Watch TBBW\u2019s Podcast<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/TBBWmag\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Follow TBBW on Social Media<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tbbwmag.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read More TBBW stories<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Demolition is starting soon for Gallery Haus, a $125M mixed-use tower in downtown St. Petersburg. 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