San Marco Square facade gets a facelift
Removal of overhang, fresh paint and trim applied
Barricades and fences of high-bright orange will soon be removed, as construction on a hot corner of San Marco Square wraps up.
TSG Realty, which owns the building under the entity San Marco Square Jax LLC, is working on renovations to the historic 1950 San Marco Boulevard building. The building houses Definition Fitness, Edward Jones, and Fuji Sushi.
TSG spent over a year planning, designing, and permitting the project, which has been under construction (not actual) for about two months. The architect is DSAE, and all the actual work is being done by KirbyCo.
Work is expected to be complete in the next two to three weeks. Over 350 feet of frontage has been under construction on the 11,300-square-foot building for the last couple of months. New awnings are being installed to provide shade for the building. TSG was also mindful that businesses would be able to stay open during the project, by making sure entrances were accessible.
“Although this is a historical building with a varied past, the refreshed exterior is much appreciated and long overdue,” said Jonathan Leonard, Financial Advisor for Edward Jones, his office is located on the corner of the building, “with updated and dedicated signs for tenants, hopefully clients, customers, and the community will more easily determine where our businesses are located, and foot traffic might increase.
“The owners felt that the building needed an upgrade to give it more prominence and identity,” said Pamela Howard, Property Owner for TSG, “This building is the endcap at the south side of the Square. We wanted to accentuate the building and make it feel more inviting. The remodel design was mindful to retain the historic character and look the building even while completing the remodel. We wanted the building to look greatly improved, but not unrecognizable.”
Husein Cumber manages New Deco Two LLC, which used to own the building next door at 1958 San Marco Boulevard. That building houses Miriam’s Jewelry, JuiceBox, and The Spice and Tea Exchange. TSG Realty purchased the building last year for $3 million.
“I have worked in San Marco Square for about five years. Post-pandemic, being able to travel shorter distances to office and retail space has become a preference for our community,” said Cumber, “I applaud TSG for recognizing the importance of San Marco Square to the neighborhood and investing in the property to keep its historical look, while making it competitive with new developments in the region.”
There are a lot of changes coming to San Marco. Fore Score Golf Tavern opened in July at 1407 Atlantic Boulevard, where the Industry West retail location was formerly located.
Regency Centers Corp. has been building a new shopping center in East San Marco on Atlantic Boulevard, which includes a new Publix Super Market, that will open August 11.
Two coffee shops, both with similar missions to employ those with intellectual and developmental differences are on the horizon. Bitty and Beau’s will replace the former Beach Diner at 1965 San Marco Blvd. and Happy Brew Coffee Shop is renovating the former JRobert’s jeweler at 3200 Hendricks Ave.
“It’s a wonderful time and opportunity to be in San Marco,” said Scott Wohlers, President of the San Marco Merchants Association. “If you’re a merchant in San Marco, you’re getting a new client base. You’re getting more people in the area, more clientele without having to reach out much further. With all the developments here, it’s really exciting to see San Marco grow and expand.”
By Debra Fine
Resident Community News
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