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Ground-up residential construction in Miami-Dade and Broward. Structural engineer led, built to current Florida code including impact and wind-load.

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Flagship project

A house we built from an empty lot.

Sky Lake House on the Water — ground-up new construction on a waterfront lot, about twelve months of construction.

Sky Lake House on the Water

Ground-up new construction on the water.

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Overview

Building new in South Florida is a code exercise before it is a design exercise. Wind load, impact-rated glazing, elevation requirements in flood zones, tie-down and uplift detailing from roof to foundation. These are not optional refinements; they determine whether the building gets its certificate of occupancy, and they shape the design from the first sketch.

We build to that standard because the alternative is discovering it at inspection. Coming from a structural background means the load path is designed as one continuous system rather than assembled from separate decisions — which is exactly what uplift resistance in a hurricane zone depends on.

Building in a flood zone

Much of the buildable land in this region carries elevation requirements. The finished floor may need to sit a defined height above base flood elevation, which affects everything from foundation type to driveway grade to how the entry is approached. It is worked out at feasibility, before drawings, because it changes the design fundamentally rather than at the margins.

Why the load path matters more here

In a hurricane zone the roof is trying to lift off, not press down. Resisting that requires a continuous connection from roof structure through walls to foundation, with the right connector at every junction. Miss one connector and the whole load path fails at that point. This is designed as a system, then verified at inspection.

What’s included

Everything below is part of the project, not an extra.

Site assessment and feasibility
Coordination of architect and engineer
Permit package prepared and agency approvals managed
Foundation, slab and structural shell
Wind-load and uplift detailing throughout
Impact-rated windows and doors
Complete MEP systems installation
Interior finishes, millwork and landscaping coordination
Inspections through to certificate of occupancy

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Or call (646) 660-4457 — Sun–Fri, 7am–8pm

Recent work

New Construction projects.

How it works

You always know what happens next.

Five steps, from the first phone call to the last walkthrough.

STEP 01

We talk

A short call to understand the space, the timeline, and roughly where your budget sits.

STEP 02

We visit

Yosef comes to the property, takes measurements, and checks what’s behind the walls.

STEP 03

Written scope

A detailed proposal — materials, timeline and price. You know what you’re signing.

STEP 04

We build

One crew, clear schedule, site cleaned at the end of every day. Weekly updates.

STEP 05

Walkthrough

We go through the finished space together. Nothing is done until you say it’s done.

Questions

About new construction.

Do you build on my lot or find land?

We build on your lot. We can advise on feasibility before you purchase if you are still looking.

Do I need an architect?

For new construction, yes. We work alongside your architect or can introduce you to ones we have built with.

How long does a new build take?

Typically twelve to eighteen months from permit to certificate of occupancy, depending on size and complexity. Permitting and agency approval can add meaningfully at the front end.

Do you handle the permit process?

Yes, including agency approvals, engineering coordination and inspections through to CO.

Planning guides

Read this before you start.

Costs, permits and the technical details, written by Yosef from our job sites.

Costs · 7 min read Cost to Build a Custom Home in South Florida per Square Foot Custom homes in South Florida typically cost $300-450 per square foot to build before land. Here is what drives the number, from flood elevation… Read the article →

Technical · 8 min read Florida Building Code Hurricane Rules That Apply When You Renovate Renovating does not force a full hurricane retrofit, but re-roofing, window work and larger projects trigger specific Florida code upgrades. What applies, and when. Read the article →

Planning · 8 min read Renovating During Hurricane Season in South Florida: How to Plan How to schedule roof, window and interior work around hurricane season in South Florida, and what local rules require of a job site when… Read the article →

Costs · 8 min read Impact Windows and Doors Cost in Florida (2026): NOA, Permits, Insurance What impact windows and doors cost in Miami-Dade and Broward in 2026, how NOA product approval works, and how to get the insurance credit. Read the article →

Planning · 7 min read Design-Build vs. Hiring an Architect: Which Is Right for You? Design-build versus design-bid-build for South Florida homeowners: what each costs, how long each takes, who is accountable, and when Florida requires an architect or… Read the article →

Permits · 7 min read Owner-Builder Permits in Florida: What the Exemption Really Costs Florida lets owners act as their own contractor, but you take on supervision, employer duties and resale limits. What the owner-builder exemption really involves. Read the article →

Where we work

New construction projects from Boca Raton to South Miami.

Reviews

Rated 5.0 by every client who left a review.

★★★★★

“Yosef was really amazing in our bathroom update. Punctual, clean and did really great work. Went above and beyond when we had an issue. Would definitely hire again — strongly recommend.”

JLJill Lavin · Google

★★★★★

“Great company to work with from start to finish. Quality work, fair pricing, and excellent communication.”

SYSagi Yaakov · Google

★★★★★

“We were super happy with Yosi and we will definitely use him again. He helped renovate a bedroom, including repairing damage we thought was permanent.”

BFBrian Foster · Google Local Guide

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