We have developed and managed over 15 million square feet of premier commercial real estate across the United States—valued at upwards of $1.5 billion. Projects range from multifamily apartments, condominiums to corporate campuses, and historic building conversions.
LUXURY HOTEL, CONDO AND APARTMENT MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
Value: $70,000,000
Size: 1,000,000 sq. ft.
Location: Nashville, TN
Located downtown across from the Nashville Convention Center, this yet-to-be built premier, luxury development project consists of two towers, 62 and 34 stories that includes 242 hotel rooms, 159 for-sale condos, 184 luxury rental apartments, highly-appointed amenities and 600-car underground parking facility. Ardent was the Lead Development Advisor responsible for directing architects, engineers and construction general contractor in the design, logistics and cost estimating. Concurrently, Ardent collaborated with the investor group in the creation of the financial modelling, coordination of marketing data, assessment of funding options, negotiations with third parties, oversight of costs controls, and strategies for fast-track scheduling.
PERFORMING ARTS THEATER
Size: 100,000 sq. ft.
Location: Detroit, MI
The project consists of the development of a soon-to-be-constructed 100,000 SF state-of-the-art performing arts center in downtown Detroit designed by an internationally-acclaimed architectural firm, which includes a below street level 1500-person concert venue with VIP suites, visitor welcome center, music industry offices, music-themed restaurants and recital hall. The project also features a rooftop night club, digital music alley and outside dining areas. Ardent is the lead development advisor, helping the non-profit theater organization professionally develop a magnificent entertainment venue. Ardent prepared financial proformas, organized and managed development milestones, negotiated the construction contract and insurance requirements. Upon commencement of construction, Ardent will manage the construction contract, observe construction, review and approval of contractor pay apps, and oversee the project schedule.
MULTI-FAMILY APARTMENT PROJECT
Value: $35,000,000
Size: 85,000 sq. ft. (97 units)
Location: San Diego, CA
Ardent is the Development Advisor to a non-profit foundation in San Diego, CA for the development of a to-be-constructed 97-unit, market-rate apartment project in San Diego, CA. Ardent negotiated and administrated third party contracts with architect, engineering and consultants, directed the architectural team to design a beautiful, functional and cost-efficient apartment complex. Ardent created a financial model, managed construction cost estimating, created a project schedule, project budget, development plan and offering memorandum for procurement of investors
Luxury gulf coast Condominiums
Florida Residential Community
Value: $50,000,000
Size: 60,000 sq. ft. on 10 acres
Location: Longboat Key, FL
This exclusive residential community project included a feasibility study, environmental due diligence and purchase of an old hotel resort. After pre-selling 100% of units in excess of $2,500,000 each, the luxury condominiums were built atop 10 acres along the Gulf of Mexico while adhering to a critical-path timeline. Each of the thirty units—at 3,000 square feet a piece—were appointed with expansive balconies overlooking the gulf, pool and complex and included private elevator access. Complex amenities include a swimming pool, 600 feet of private sand beach and a luxury-appointed community center.
Multifamily Project
Residential Community
Value: $28,000,000
Size: 142,000 sq. ft.
Location: Metro Detroit, MI
Pre-development planning, construction management and fast-track scheduling of this quality residential complex. The project was completed in 12 months from groundbreaking. The complex is comprised of four buildings with 30 units each and 142,000 square feet of living space, 180 parking spaces. Amenities include a swimming pool, community space, private party rooms, and game room.
Law Offices
BSP Law
Value: $2,000,000
Size: 25,000 sq. ft.
Location: Troy, MI
This high-end law office tenant build-out project was partially constructed and in distress when Ardent was called in as the tenant’s representative. The project distress stemmed from a multitude of issues: the lease had not anticipated various essential scope of work components, the tenant and landlord were no longer communicating, the original design had no budgetary controls resulting in the budget escalating, the contractor stopped work and the project was in suspension. The landlord and tenant were at the end of their patience with one another and on the brink of initiating lawsuits. Within a matter of days of engagement, Ardent assessed the issues, calmed the parties, devised a tactical plan, and realigned the expectations of tenant-landlord-contractor relationship. Ardent’s helmsmanship, planning, and execution immediately produced a positive partnership environment, work progressed efficiently and resulted in a beautiful and successful project for all parties.
Urban-Reuse Multi-family Project
Michigan Senior Living Provider
Value: $35,000,000
Size: 111,000 sq. ft.
Location: Traverse City, MI
This project included the purchase, restoration and conversion of a historic mental health facility established in the early 1900s into luxury senior living residences. The planning required intensive historical research and state approvals for both exterior and interior renovations. The facility was gutted and converted to units ranging in size from 750 to 2,000 square feet. All of the units sold within three months of completion.
Luxury Riverfront Condominiums
Florida Residential Community
Value: $100,000,000
Size: 280,000 sq. ft.
Location: Bradenton, FL
This condominium project included land purchase, DNR environmental coordination and complex capital stack funding. Luxury residential construction included two 15-story towers with 70 units each and 280,000 square feet of living space—each with spectacular views of the Manatee River and Gulf of Mexico. All units were equipped with luxury finishes and many have private elevator access. Amenities include a swimming pool atop a parking deck, boat wells, golf practice area and riverfront property. The development was 85% pre-sold prior to construction.
Luxury Residential
Land Development
Florida Residential Community
Value: $100,000,000
Size: 200 acres
Location: Palmetto, FL
This development required comprehensive feasibility studies before purchase of the 200-acre industrial site, which underwent $80,000,000 of improvements. Extensive interface with the DNR and Army Corp was conducted to obtain permits and work compliantly to develop a three mile canal system. The property included 285 single family lots, 70 duplex lots, 480 condo units, 31 riverfront lots, a community center and a boat lift to transfer boats from the canals to the Manatee River and the Gulf of Mexico.
Hotel and Casino Project
Michigan Hospitality Group
Value: $25,000,000
Size: 224,000 sq. ft.
Location: Manistee, MI
This gaming resort included 48,000 sq. ft. of casino space, a 100-room hotel plus conference center, indoor pool, child care center, multiple restaurants and a recreational vehicle parking lot to accommodate 45 campers. The architecture of the northern entertainment wing features massive, authentic log beams and columns with soaring roof lines. Throughout the property, touches of natural elements can be found—details that help blend the property with its beautiful surroundings.
Corporate Headquarters
Tier One Automotive Parts Supplier
Value: $5,000,000
Size: 38,000 sq. ft.
Location: Plymouth, MI
Originally built in 1990, this acquisition and development required the conversion of a medical rehab center into a corporate headquarters for a tier one automotive transmission parts manufacturer. The building was gutted—including the removal of a large swimming pool—and site configured. The architects redesigned the building to change its use from a rehab center into high profile executive offices and c-suites. A new roof and RTU were installed as well as new MEP, interior walls and high-end office appointments.
Corporate R&D Center
International Chemical & Coating Company
Value: $13,000,000
Size: 90,000 sq. ft.
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
This state-of-the art research and design facility was designed by a renowned architecture firm and built with Class A materials to showcase the company’s innovative products to industry customers. The building is comprised of 20,000 square feet of office space coupled with a 70,000 square-foot research center , testing and presentations.
R&D Center
Global High-Tech Painting and Coating Company
Value: $9,100,000
Size: 83,550 sq. ft.
Location: Hamilton, IN
This project included complex due diligence work, acquisition of the property and sophisticated building renovation for an internationally recognized painting and coating company. Renovations included office updates, plus build out of a state-of-the art testing and production operations center. Critical planning provided the tenant with the ability to operate out of portions of the building while construction was ongoing.
Manufacturing Plant
International Automotive Parts Manufacturer
Value: $7,700,000
Size: 105,500 sq. ft.
Location: Machesney Park, IL
This site, building renovation and sale-leaseback for an international parts manufacturer included extensive exterior and interior renovation, new MEP system installation, site improvements and code updating within a fast-track timeframe.
