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Build-to-Suit

In the last 30 years, we have developed 140 office and industrial buildings, totaling 33 Million SF with a value in excess of $9 Billion. We have developed buildings from 14,000 sf to 2.1 Million SF. We have performed in markets all across the country, from Tampa, FL to Yakima, WA and from Pasad […]

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State Farm at CityLine

State Farm realized it needed to revamp the way it approached its labor and real estate. The CityLine campus provides employees with more than 40 restaurants and retailers in a walkable, amenity-rich environment surrounded by nearly 4,000 residential units. Proximity to the DART rail line and am […]

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Bill Guthrey

Bill Guthrey isn’t a fortune teller, but he does read tea leaves, figuratively if not literally. “As a company that develops master-planned projects, KDC is reading the tea leaves to determine the future path of growth. We’re reading the market and creating places that will meet present and futu […]

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Mixed-Use

KDC has not traditionally been a land owner, but we have had tremendously successful partnerships with owners of great sites in many different markets around the country. With a flexible JV agreement and transparent approach, KDC develops these sites into mixed-use or corporate office environmen […]

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Acquisitions

Occasionally our clients are culturally ready for a new facility but are locked into their existing real estate. Our strong balance sheet allows us to assume responsibility for assets that no longer fit a company’s talent and operations strategy so they can move forward with new build-to-suit pr […]

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Safety

We are safety fanatics. It is our duty to provide a safe environment for all workers that make our projects possible. KDC has made safety a key goal in our development projects and a defining element of our company culture. Spearheaded by our national safety manager, we work closely with our con […]

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1920 McKinney

Located at 1920 McKinney Avenue at Harwood Street, the Class A office building features six stories of boutique office space on top of a six-story parking structure with 8,500 square feet of ground floor retail and restaurant space. The office tower features a ratio of three parking spots for ev […]

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AAA

When California-based AAA was looking to consolidate and relocate operations to Oklahoma City, they approached KDC for help. Together they adapted the Intellicenter design to meet the needs of AAA by developing a three-story, 150,000-square-foot new contact center. In addition to handling the de […]

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Blue Cross Blue Shield - TX

The Texas headquarters for Blue Cross Blue Shield was not only large, it was also completed quickly - 1,000,000 SF in just 22 months. The building features 80,000 square feet of conference and training space on the first and second floors and a large lobby that allows all employees and visitors […]

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Chevron

For Chevron, the most important aspect of its office project in Louisiana was safety. Safety goals permeated the entire project from the outset, so much so that between 8 and 10 percent of total project costs were directed toward achieving or exceeding targeted safety metrics. In addition to the […]

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Citi

How fast can you complete a project from site selection to move-in? That was the challenge that Citigroup brought to KDC. And it turns out that the answer is 7 months. By forming a design-build development team, KDC was able to implement all aspects of site selection, due diligence, programming, […]

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Comcast Center of Excellence

KDC teamed with BB+M Architecture, Edwards Construction Services and Cypress Engineering to deliver a new corporate home for Comcast’s customer service and technical support teams. The Center of Excellence facility was designed to meet the needs of today’s workforce by offering employees on-site […]

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Digital Realty - Ashburn

The challenge for KDC and Digital Realty was to deliver site and shell construction of data center sites on a hyper-fast schedule. The way to meet those challenges was planning. A thorough review of design and construction details allowed the development process and site buildability to be impro […]

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Encana

Encana knew that it wanted its new regional headquarters to be a high-end corporate facility with amenities that would attract and retain top talent. Encana teamed with KDC to build a facility with high-end finishes and comfortable, private workspaces for all employees. There are few actual amen […]

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FBI

KDC and the FBI teamed to build a new field office in Utah using a design and construction team that had experience developing that kind of facility. But the challenges didn’t end with security and environmental requirements. The facility was being developed on an existing site. During demolitio […]

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FedEx Office

KDC completed a 265,000-square-foot build-to-suit for the corporate headquarters of FedEx Office at Legacy West in September 2015. Located on a prominent 20-acre site at the northeast corner of Legacy Drive and Headquarters Drive, the facility includes a four-story building, parking for 1,200 ca […]

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Fluor

When Fluor Corporation was relocating from California to Texas, the engineering giant needed a new headquarters, and it needed them fast. They partnered with KDC to make that happen, and together they finished the new 136,000-square-foot facility in just eight months. KDC managed all aspects of […]

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Intellicenter Program

KDC's Intellicenter program is a series of speculative office buildings in six cities. Featuring the highest degree of sustainability, all Intellicenters are LEED certified, have 100% raised access flooring, and underfloor air delivery system. Intellicenters are located in Atlanta, Charlotte, Da […]

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Lennar

KDC broke ground in November 2014 on the new two-story, 68,950-square-foot office building at 681 Greens Parkway in Houston, which is now home to Lennar Homes of Texas Land and Construction Ltd. The build-to-suit project includes a 5,000-square-foot design center to showcase Village Builders’ in […]

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KDC COMPLETES NEW 32,000-SF REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS FOR PSA, LLC

KDC COMPLETES NEW 32,000-SF REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS FOR PSA, LLC - A MED3OOO INC. COMPANY Ribbon-cutting ceremony to be held on Wednesday, March 7 at 11:30 a.m. for facility in Florence, SC FLORENCE, S.C. – (March 5, 2012) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate and investment firms […]

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KDC HONORED AS “DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR” BY NAIOP NORTH TEXAS CHAPTER

KDC HONORED AS “DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR” BY NAIOP NORTH TEXAS CHAPTER KDC recognized for projects including 320,000 SF build-to-suit for EnCana; lease of former BlueCross BlueShield of Texas headquarters to Fossil, and new regional headquarters for FBI in Salt Lake City KDC Team Accepts 2011 NA […]

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DALLAS’ VICTORY PARK ANNOUNCES RETAIL PARTNERSHIP WITH TRADEMARK

DALLAS’ VICTORY PARK ANNOUNCES RETAIL PARTNERSHIP WITH TRADEMARK Trademark will lead retail redevelopment of 75-acre mixed-use development in downtown Dallas DALLAS – Victory Park UST Joint Venture I, L.P. (VPUST), is partnering with Fort Worth, Texas-based Trademark Property Company, a nation […]

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KDC BREAKS GROUND ON NEWS FACILITY FOR NBC 5/KXAS-TV

KDC BREAKS GROUND ON NEWS FACILITY FOR NBC 5/KXAS-TV State-of-the-art, 75,000-square-foot facility also will house Telemundo/KXTX-TV and other NBC Universal businesses FORT WORTH, Texas – June 29, 2012 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, has b […]

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KDC EXPANDS LEADERSHIP TEAM TO ACCOMMODATE CURRENT AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENT

KDC EXPANDS LEADERSHIP TEAM TO ACCOMMODATE CURRENT AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENT April 8, 2013 Development, design and financial leaders join KDC roster DALLAS – KDC has hired five senior level executives to accommodate current and future development projects, including the recently announced 186-acre […]

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KDC SELLS INTEREST IN THE CAMPUS AT LEGACY IN PLANO, TEXAS

KDC SELLS INTEREST IN THE CAMPUS AT LEGACY IN PLANO, TEXAS DALLAS – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, has sold its remaining interest in The Campus at Legacy to its current equity partner, Spear Street Capital. Since KDC first purchased The Ca […]

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KDC COMPLETES 75,000-SF NEWS FACILITY FOR NBC 5/KXAS-TV

State-of-the-art facility also will house Telemundo 39/KXTX-TV and other NBCUniversal businesses FORT WORTH, Texas – Oct. 1, 2013 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, has announced the completion of a 75,000-square-foot broadcasting and multime […]

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KDC EXPANDS ITS PRESENCE IN TEXAS WITH HOUSTON OFFICE OPENING

KDC EXPANDS ITS PRESENCE IN TEXAS WITH HOUSTON OFFICE OPENING Houston Native William Peeples to lead KDC office HOUSTON – Dec. 5. 2013 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment companies, is continuing to expand its presence in Texas by opening an office i […]

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KDC TO DEVELOP FOURTH OFFICE BUILDING TO BE LEASED BY STATE FARM AT CITYLINE

KDC TO DEVELOP FOURTH OFFICE BUILDING TO BE LEASED BY STATE FARM AT CITYLINE State Farm expands CityLine presence by 500,000 square feet, bringing total leased space to 2 million square feet in four buildings RICHARDSON, Texas – February 14, 2014 – KDC today announced it will develop a 500,000-s […]

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KDC TO DEVELOP TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT IN DUNWOODY, GEORGIA

KDC TO DEVELOP TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT IN DUNWOODY, GEORGIA State Farm to lease 585,000 square feet of office space at the development DUNWOODY, Georgia – February 14, 2014 – KDC today announced plans for a 17-acre site in the Perimeter Center area of Dunwoody, Georgia. State Farm is leasin […]

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KDC ADDS SEASONED REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS TO ATLANTA TEAM

KDC ADDS SEASONED REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS TO ATLANTA TEAM Jim George and Robert Maddux to focus on Dunwoody development and State Farm lease ATLANTA, GA – February 19, 2014 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment companies, has expanded its Atlanta op […]

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RAYTHEON ANNOUNCES NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART OFFICE COMPLEX IN NORTH TEXAS

GARLAND, Texas – Mar. 26, 2014 – Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) today announced plans to move its Garland, Texas, operations to a new state-of-the-art office complex to be built at the CityLine development in Richardson, Texas. Raytheon will occupy 489,000 square feet in three buildings located ne […]

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TOYOTA SELECTS KDC TO DEVELOP NEW AMERICAN HQ

PLANO, TX – July 10, 2014 – Toyota today announced that it has selected Dallas-based KDC Real Estate Development & Investments (KDC), one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, to develop its new North American headquarters campus in the Legacy West dev […]

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KDC TOPS OUT THE FIRST THREE OFFICE TOWERS AT CITYLINE IN RICHARDSON, TEXAS

KDC Tops Out the First Three Office Towers at CityLine in Richardson, Texas Topping out ceremony for towers, to be leased by State Farm, comes 16 months after the start of construction RICHARDSON, Texas – July 31, 2014 – Sixteen months after construction began, KDC today celebrated the topping […]

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KDC HOLDS GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY AT 17-ACRE MASTER-PLANNED PROJECT

Construction to begin immediately on first office building, adjacent to Dunwoody MARTA station and to be leased by State Farm DUNWOODY, GA – May 15, 2014 – KDC today held a groundbreaking ceremony at Park Center, its new 17-acre master-planned project in the Perimeter Center area of Dunwoody, Ge […]

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KDC BREAKS GROUND ON RAYTHEON OFFICE COMPLEX IN RICHARDSON, TEXAS

KDC BREAKS GROUND ON RAYTHEON OFFICE COMPLEX IN RICHARDSON, TEXAS Located at CityLine, new state-of-the-art campus will house 1,700 employees RICHARDSON, Texas – July 21, 2014 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today broke ground on a 489,00 […]

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LOOK CINEMAS TO JOIN CITYLINE AS ENTERTAINMENT ANCHOR

LOOK Cinemas to Join CityLine as Entertainment Anchor RICHARDSON, Texas – September 16, 2014 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today announced it has agreed to sell land to LOOK Cinemas to build a 60,000-square-foot upscale dining and movie […]

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DEVELOPER KDC ADDS VICE PRESIDENT TO CHARLOTTE TEAM

Jenny Houseman to focus on business development in Southeast CHARLOTTE, N.C. – September 25, 2014 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment companies, continues to expand its Charlotte operations with the appointment of Jenny Houseman as vice president. Ho […]

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KDC ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF WOOLLEY’S CLASSIC SUITES TO AVION BUSINESS PARK

250-room, full-service suites hotel located near Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport IRVING, Texas – (June 1, 2015) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today announced that Woolley’s Classic Suites will be the latest commitment to join Avi […]

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KDC PROMOTES MICHAEL ALOST TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

KDC PROMOTES MICHAEL ALOST TO SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT DALLAS – (Jan. 7, 2015) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment companies, has promoted Michael Alost to the position of senior vice president. In this role, Alost is overseeing infrastructure developm […]

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KIN KIN URBAN THAI AND BITE CITY GRILL TO OPEN AT KDC’S CITYLINE

Both restaurants created by James Beard Featured Chef Eddy Thretipthuangsin RICHARDSON, Texas – (April 30, 2015) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today announced that noted chef Eddy Thretipthuangsin will open two restaurants, Kin Kin Urban […]

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TOP POT DONUTS TO OPEN THIRD TEXAS LOCATION AT KDC’S CITYLINE

Seattle-based chain known for hand-forged gourmet donuts and hand-roasted coffee RICHARDSON, Texas – (Feb. 12, 2015) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today announced that Top Pot Donuts will join CityLine, the company’s 186-acre mixed-use p […]

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KDC ATLANTA OFFICE ADDS PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS

KDC ATLANTA OFFICE ADDS PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS Tracey Hatcher and Heidi Swygert bring 30 years collective experience to development projects ATLANTA – (Nov. 11, 2015) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment companies, has expanded its Atlanta operations by […]

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KDC BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON KPRC CHANNEL 2 BROADCAST FACILITY IN HOUSTON

Project slated for completion in February 2017 HOUSTON – (February 4, 2016) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, has started construction on a 60,000-square-foot office building for KPRC Channel 2, Houston’s NBC affiliate. “We are excited to de […]

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KDC TO DEVELOP OFFICE BUILDING AT BURGEONING WEST LOVE MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT

Located one block from Dallas Love Field Airport and the Southwestern Medical District DALLAS – February 23, 2016 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today announced it has plans to develop a multi-story office building within the $200 millio […]

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KDC AND CENTRE LIVING HOMES TO DEVELOP NEW HOUSING COMMUNITY AT CITYLINE

Developer and Dallas homebuilder to create community of single-family homes RICHARDSON, Texas (June 2, 2016) – KDC today announced that Centre Living Homes will develop a new community of single-family houses at CityLine, the 186-acre mixed-use project in Richardson, Texas. “KDC is excited to of […]

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KDC COMPLETES FOURTH OFFICE TOWER FOR STATE FARM AT CITYLINE

State Farm now occupies 2.1 million square feet of office space at the 186-acre development RICHARDSON, Texas (Oct 5, 2016) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, has completed the fourth office tower at the developer’s CityLine mixed-used projec […]

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CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON NEW FACILITY FOR DALLAS 24 HOUR CLUB

Local commercial real estate and construction communities unite to build facility for homeless seeking a life away from drugs and alcohol DALLAS – (Feb. 10, 2017) – Construction has started on a new facility for Dallas 24 Hour Club, located at 4636 Ross Avenue, made possible by leaders in the co […]

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KDC & BALFOUR BEATTY TOP OUT LIBERTY MUTUAL CAMPUS

1.1 million-square-foot regional campus will be home to more than 4,000 employees PLANO, Texas – (April 19, 2017) – KDC and Balfour Beatty celebrated the topping out of Liberty Mutual Insurance’s new 1.1 million-square-foot regional campus at Legacy West. “It is a great day when we have more tha […]

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KDC TOPS OUT JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. CAMPUS AT LEGACY WEST

One-million-square-foot corporate campus will be home to 6,000 employees PLANO, Texas – (April 26, 2017) – KDC today celebrated the topping out of JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s new one-million-square-foot corporate campus at Legacy West. “JPMorgan Chase is an incredibly important piece of the equat […]

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KDC LEASES OFFICE SPACE TO PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES IN IRVING

IRVING, Texas – (June 16, 2017) – KDC has leased office space to serve as Pioneer Natural Resource’s (NYSE: PXD) new headquarters in Irving, Texas. The building will represent the first phase of Verizon’s new Hidden Ridge development. “Pioneer’s building will stand atop the highest point of the […]

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KDC SELECTED AS OFFICE DEVELOPER FOR WINDWARD PARK MIXED-USE PROJECT

Two 10-story, 250,000-square-foot office buildings planned for $400 million development ALPHARETTA, Ga. – (Feb. 20, 2018) – KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit development for major companies such as State Farm and Toyota, along with Worthington Hyde Partners and Transwestern, to […]

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Raytheon

Looking for an updated facility to improve recruiting outcomes and increase retention rates, Raytheon – the $24 billion defense contractor – sought to relocate 1,950 employees from an outdated nearby campus to a dynamic mixed-use development. Raytheon chose CityLine for its proximity to a multit […]

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State Farm at Park Center – Phase 1

The country’s 3rd largest property and casualty insurance company sought to establish three regional hubs in three different time zones throughout the country to help attract and retain the next generation of its workforce. State Farm wanted to consolidate as many as 8,000 employees in each hub, […]

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Tyler Technologies

KDC faced two challenges with the Tyler Technologies project. First, how do you blend an existing structure — in this case an old YMCA building — into a larger project for a cutting-edge software firm? And second, how do you create a building that serves the more traditional needs of a corporate […]

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United States Postal Inspection Service

United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) Regional Offices and Business Facility is located in CentrePort Business Park in Fort Worth, Texas. KDC negotiated a 10-year lease to house this regional office, training center and the mission critical National Law Enforcement Communications Cente […]

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Steve Van Amburgh

It’s no surprise that Steve Van Amburgh is focused on and passionate about building great facilities. After all, he is the CEO of KDC, one of the nation’s top developers. But you might be surprised to know that he’s even more passionate about and committed to building relationships. “The most s […]

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Toby Grove

Grove is responsible for the oversight of corporate development, acquisition, and financing activities for KDC and is involved with strategic planning and new business development for the company. He is also responsible for KDC’s daily operations, including all regional offices. Grove’s experien […]

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Walt Mountford

For Walt Mountford, his favorite part of his job is creating something from nothing … taking a blank sheet of paper and coming up with a plan to transform a community. That’s why KDC’s CityLine project holds such a special place in his heart. The 200-acre transit-oriented development includes re […]

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Mike Kaufman

Mike Kaufman knows that a people-first approach is essential for success in the real estate industry. “I’ve witnessed situations where people don’t treat their customers with respect after the deal is done, but you can never take them for granted,” Mike says. “You have to respect the capital, an […]

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Don Mills

They say timing is everything, and Don Mills’ timing when he switched careers from general contracting to development could have been better. The year was 1989, and new real estate construction had almost completely dried up in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. “I picked the worst possible time t […]

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Scott Ozymy

Don’t get too deep in the weeds. It’s a saying we’ve all heard—a warning to keep our eyes on the big picture rather than getting bogged down in the minutia. But Scott Ozymy likes being deep in the weeds. That’s where all the interesting stuff happens, he says. As KDC’s chief investment officer […]

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Kurt Petersen

Kurt Petersen might not wear a tailcoat and bow tie to work, but he has a lot in common with symphony conductors. While conductors bring together hundreds of sounds to create beautiful music, Kurt brings together hundreds of elements to create beautiful buildings. He’s been involved in several h […]

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Mike Rosamond

Mike Rosamond dreams about hunting treasure—kind of like Indiana Jones, but without the fedora, leather jacket, or whip. “I’ve wanted to be a treasure hunter since I was a boy, but unfortunately only a few people do it well,” he says. “The thrill for me would be studying history and realizing th […]

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Larry Wilson

Larry Wilson knows how to play his cards right. As an avid card player, he likes to win. “I like the challenge and strategy involved with card games. I play with friends and family. We can get pretty competitive.” Larry also likes the challenge and strategy involved in developing commercial buil […]

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Mayra Torres

After working in KDC’s accounting department for a dozen years, Mayra Torres was ready for a new adventure. She didn’t want to leave the company though, which had supported her through a lot of difficult life events. Luckily, she found a new position with KDC’s Design & Construction team.

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Michael Alost

Of all the real estate projects Michael Alost has worked on during his 30-plus year career, the most meaningful was the historic restoration of the Catholic church where he and his wife got married. The church, located in Michael’s hometown of Natchitoches, La., was built in the 1850s. At the ti […]

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Shea Bierster

With more than 25 years of experience in the Atlanta commercial real estate market, it’s fair to say that Shea Bierster knows her city. It is great to have market knowledge of your city, drive by a commercial development, and know the landowner, tenant, and developer.

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Richard Bryant

Richard Bryant is a warrior. His battleground is cyberspace, and his weapon of choice is a keyboard. As KDC’s IT manager, Richard handles all information technology and telecommunications at the company. That includes everything from phone systems and networking to security protocols and softwa […]

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Bret Creel

With an engineering management degree from University of Texas, Bret Creel could’ve ended up working for a well-known automaker or leading computer technology company. But his childhood mentor convinced him to give construction a shot. With more than two decades of experience, he currently serve […]

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Audrey Dunlap

Audrey Dunlap characterizes herself as the “epitome of a middle child—the level-headed mediator who resolves conflict.” Her ability to bring together multiple personalities and calmly navigate high-intensity environments is key to her success as Marketing Manager for KDC. Calling on her 10 year […]

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John Dwyer

For John “JD” Dwyer, the best parts of his job as Vice President of Asset Management for KDC are the human connection and the continual opportunity to expand his knowledge. In his role at KDC, JD strives to understand what people really want and then deliver it. He attributes his success to his […]

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Barb Dye

Barbara “Barb” Dye isn’t a know-it-all. She just knows it all—or at least she does when it comes to KDC. “I always joke that I consider myself the Help Desk of KDC.”Barb’s extensive knowledge comes from experience. She has been with KDC since 1999, and during her tenure, she’s witnessed the comp […]

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David Fisk

When it comes to development, David Fisk knows a thing or two about big projects. He is a seasoned expert when it comes to leading large teams working on large buildings. David joined KDC in 2014 after working for one of the nation’s largest general contractors for 18 years. His experience span […]

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Marc Flores

As Vice President of Design and Construction, Marc leads the design and construction efforts for KDC’s Houston office. He brings to the role expertise in all aspects of project development, with a primary focus in construction project management and extensive experience in preconstruction and es […]

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Tracie Frazier

Tracie Frazier took on a marketing role at KDC nearly 25 years ago. It was her first job after graduating from the University of Texas-San Antonio, and it’s fair to say that she and the company have grown up together. “KDC is part of who I am,” Tracie says. “We’ve experienced our biggest moment […]

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Jim George

Jim George has witnessed several real estate cycles throughout his 40-year career. He’s seen booms and busts and everything in between. He brings a seasoned and highly experienced perspective to commercial real estate projects, making him a valuable development program manager for KDC.

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Tracey Hatcher

Tracey Hatcher has serious people skills. “If you put me in a room with a group of people, I can get them to play well together to accomplish what needs to be done,” she says.For over 25 years, Tracey has brought people together to create the best corporate environments. She’s worked with a numb […]

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Ignacio Herrera

It happened when Ignacio Herrera began working on Toyota’s North American headquarters campus in Plano, Texas. As part of the design and construction team for the 2-million-square-foot, he learned about kaizen, which means “continuous improvement” in Japanese, and describes a philosophy of chang […]

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Jeff Innmon

American Airlines Center, the Winspear Opera House, and the George W. Bush Presidential Library are three of Dallas’ most impressive landmarks. And no one knows that better than Jeff Innmon. He led the construction team for these high-profile projects, which boast a collective price tag of more […]

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Robert Maddux

Unlike most 18-year-olds, when Robert Maddux graduated from high school, he knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life—develop commercial real estate. And that’s exactly what he does as vice president of design and construction in KDC’s Atlanta office. Robert spends most of his time working […]

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Travis Parker

A Post-It is stuck to Travis Parker’s computer monitor. And written on that tiny scrap of yellow paper in black ink: “How can I help you?” That simple question is Travis’s personal motto. It guides him, both personally and professionally, and in his opinion, it also differentiates him from other […]

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Kim Schmeltz

Driven by her passion for the game of tennis and her competitive spirit, Kim Schmelz faces opponents on the court at least three days a week, usually more. Off the court, she directs that passion and competitive spirit into her job as a Senior Accountant at KDC. “I love to play tennis, but acco […]

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Angela Seals

Angela Seals has footprints all over her house. No, not the kind of footprints that need a mop. The footprints in Angela’s house represent her favorite poem, “Footprints in the Sand” by Mary Stevenson. Angela first read “Footprints in the Sand” during her last semester in college, a time when s […]

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Phil Sharp

Phillip “Phil” Sharp spent five years in the U.S. Army, and not a day goes by that he doesn’t use the skills he learned while serving in the special operations command. Those skills are helpful with his current job as a senior vice president of design and construction in KDC’s Dallas office. “T […]

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Alicia Shwarts

Alicia Shwarts isn’t just a softball fan. She’s a softball fanatic. She manages and coaches a softball team called the Heavy Hitters, which keeps her on the field six nights a week. When she’s not on the field, she’s making jerseys for her team or serving as a liaison between the city and softb […]

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Debra Velez

It was William Shakespeare who said, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” And it was Debra Velez’s passion for theater that led her to a career in construction management. Interestingly, she sees a lot of similarities between stage design and interior design. Debr […]

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James Williams

James Williams’ ancestors made their mark on the great state of Texas by fighting for its independence—his 3x great-grandfather fought at the Siege of Bexar (San Antonio) in 1835. And James, a fifth-generation Texan, has made his mark too, by helping shape the built environment in the Lone Star […]

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Mary Wortham

Mary Wortham never imagined she’d work in accounting. As someone who loves to help people, she always envisioned herself as a social worker. But the universe had other plans. “I didn’t choose accounting, it chose me,” Mary says. While Mary was pursuing a degree in social work, she took on a par […]

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Independent Financial

The new headquarters will be situated on a 10.4-acre parcel of land at State Highway 121 and Grand Ranch Parkway at the entrance of the McKinney Corporate Center Craig Ranch. The approximately 165,000 square-foot, six-story headquarters will make a statement in McKinney as the City’s tallest bui […]

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Pioneer Natural Resources

After 20 years in Irving, TX, Pioneer Natural Resources was ready for a new facility but not a new hometown. When selecting a site that could meet all of their needs they looked across the freeway to the Hidden Ridge development. Staying in Irving allowed Pioneer to keep a commitment to their em […]

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Epic Deep Ellum

A first of its kind in Deep Ellum, the Epic is a mixed-use project that combines office, multifamily, retail, and a boutique hotel to create a natural transition from the iconic skyscrapers of Dallas into the intimate neighborhood of Deep Ellum. The Epic reflects the cultural abundance of Deep E […]

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Frost Tower

Frost Bank, the largest Texas-based bank, wanted a modern building that would serve as a unique visual icon for the city of San Antonio and evoke Frost Bank’s esteemed presence. The result is a 23-story, octagonal building that tapers up to a luminous crown. The tower will be located on the edge […]

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Dallas 24 Hour Club

Founded in 1969, Dallas 24 Hour Club has been serving the community for 48 years by providing safe, sober transitional living for homeless men and women seeking a new life away from drugs and alcohol. Their old facility has been replaced by a two-story, 14,000-square-foot building at the club’s […]

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JPMC - Legacy West

JPMorgan Chase realized the benefit of combining operations from multiple DFW locations at one campus, knowing the increased synergy of a sparkling, amenity-rich campus would help attract and retain top talent. The campus features a “Main Street” concept running between the office buildings, whi […]

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KPRC Houston

KPRC’s new headquarters will house all aspects of its broadcast business and more than 180 employees. The facility will have two new studios with supporting control rooms for broadcasting live news programs, and the building is specially equipped to go live from anywhere on site. A 9,000-square- […]

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Liberty Mutual

Never before had the Boston-based insurer combined call center employees with corporate office workers, but as Liberty Mutual envisioned its workplace strategies for the next 50 years, it became clear that this sort of consolidation would not only help the company recruit and retain top talent, […]

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Toyota Motor North America Headquarters

Seeking a dynamic location for the relocation of its U.S. headquarters, the world’s top automaker chose Legacy West in Plano, TX, after an exhaustive site selection process which included more than 100 different locations. Toyota sought to create a place called “One Toyota” where different divis […]

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Paul Rowsey

Mr. Rowsey is the Chairman of Longbrook Capital, a real estate investment company based in Dallas, Texas. He was formerly the Chief Executive Officer of Compatriot Capital and a founder and the managing partner of E2M Partners, LLC, a sponsor and manager of private real estate equity funds. Mr. […]

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Jack Lowe

Jack joined TDIndustries in 1964, became the CEO and Board Chair in 1980, and in December 2004, retired as CEO. TDIndustries is a national mechanical and plumbing construction and facility service company, headquartered in Dallas. TDIndustries projects have included Dallas Cowboy Stadium, Americ […]

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Mark Van Kirk

Mark Van Kirk is President of Compatriot Capital, a Dallas-based real estate investment firm with interests in companies specializing in corporate office development, multi-family development and apartment management, in the Southeast, Southwest and Midwest areas of the United States. Prior to j […]

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Mixed-Use Experience

Being integrated into a mixed-use environment allows our clients to personalize their own facility while having access to a vibrant, fully amenitized space that extends beyond their office walls. We've developed several successful mixed-use developments that give our clients an advantage over co […]

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Windward Park

KDC partners with META Real Estate Partners to develop Windward Park in Alpharetta, GA. This development will feature two towers of premier office space anchored by living and retail areas. OpportunityTwo ±250,000 SF build-to-suit opportunities in the partially complete META Real Estate Partner […]

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Park Center Pad Four

Pad 4 is the heart of the Park Center development. With amenities on-site and in the immediate area it offers tenants a dynamic office environment with ease of access. The Park Center Pad 4 site is well situated to offer many different design configurations to suit a company’s specific needs. O […]

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State Farm at Park Center – Phase 2

The country's 3rd largest property and casualty insurance company sought to establish three regional hubs in three different time zones throughout the country to help attract and retain the next generation of its workforce. State Farm wanted to consolidate as many as 8,000 employees in each hub, […]

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WHOLE FOODS MARKET® TO ANCHOR CITYLINE DEVELOPMENT IN RICHARDSON

Specialty grocer is the first retail tenant announced for CityLine RICHARDSON, Texas – August 7, 2014 – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate development and investment firms, today announced that Regency Centers will build a 40,000-square-foot store for Whole Foods Market in its […]

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KDC BREAKS GROUND ON CREDIT SUISSE RALEIGH CAMPUS EXPANSION PROJECT

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. (May 3, 2018) – KDC, one of America’s leading commercial real estate and investment firms, broke ground on the Credit Suisse Raleigh campus expansion project. Renovation of the on-site existing building will begin once the new building is complete. The new regional o […]

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NEW FACILITY FOR DALLAS 24 HOUR CLUB OPENS DOORS

DALLAS – (Jan. 29, 2018) – Construction has been completed on Dallas 24 Hour Club’s new facility, located at 4636 Ross Avenue, made possible by leaders in the commercial real estate industry and generous donors. Founded in 1969, Dallas 24 Hour Club has been serving the community for 49 years by […]

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Credit Suisse Phase 2

As one of the world’s leading financial services providers, Credit Suisse is expanding their existing operations in Research Triangle Park to recruit and retain top talent. KDC was the developer of Credit Suisse’s existing project in RTP and proud to have been selected to develop the expansion p […]

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Legacy West

Legacy West, a 240-acre mixed-use project, is located on the southwest corner of the Dallas North Tollway and State Highway 121 in the Dallas suburb of Plano, Texas. J.C. Penney selected Team Legacy, a development partnership with KDC, The Karahan Cos., and Columbus Realty, to develop the acreag […]

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CityLine

Lively With Urban AppealCityLine comes to life with its array of outdoor seating areas, parks and trails. Visitors and residents alike can enjoy a glass of wine on the patio, al fresco concerts on the Plaza, a night out with friends and picnics in the park. CityLine’s activities appeal to a dive […]

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Pier 202

Pier 202, Tempe’s newest mixed-use development overlooking Tempe Town Lake, is a walkable, waterfront district integrating new retail and fine dining, hotel and apartments with office space and access to Metro Valley and the Tempe Town Lake trails. Pier 202 is situated in one of the city’s […]

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KDC, THE WEITZ COMPANY ANNOUNCE JOINT VENTURE TO DEVELOP TEMPE WATERFRONT

TEMPE, Ariz. – (July 18, 2018) – KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit developments for major companies such as State Farm and Toyota, today announced a joint venture with national construction firm The Weitz Company to develop Tempe Waterfront. KDC will develop the Class A build-t […]

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Daimler Trucks North America

Intellicenter Charlotte was developed as the fourth in the Intellicenter series of speculative office buildings and 100% leased to Daimler Trucks North America. Featuring the highest degree of sustainability, all Intellicenters are LEED certified, have 100% raised access flooring, and underfloor […]

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Richardson Data Center

The KDC Richardson Data Center is located at 1510 E. Lookout Drive in Richardson, Texas. Providing robust power and fiber connectivity on a secure site located within  the Richardson Telecom Corridor, this location is home to the highest concentration of data centers in […]

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Five, Six, Seven CityLine

The stunning centerpiece of the I-75 corridor north of downtown Dallas, CityLine brings urban energy and amenities to a gorgeous suburban environment. While already well-established, this signature mixed-use development still has room to grow, with three new towers in the upcoming phase.That's 1 […]

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SRS Distribution Inc. to build new corporate campus at HUB 121 in McKinney

McKINNEY, Texas (March 18, 2019) – The McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is proud to announce McKinney-based SRS Distribution Inc. will build a new corporate campus at Hub 121, a 22-acre retail, restaurant, and entertainment development at the northwest corner of the Sam Rayburn T […]

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SRS Distribution to build corporate campus at McKinney’s HUB 121

The McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) announced today McKinney-based building products distributors SRS Distribution Inc. will build a new corporate campus at Hub 121, a 22-acre retail, restaurant, and entertainment development at the northwest corner of the Sam Rayburn Tollway an […]

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SERITAGE GROWTH PROPERTIES, KDC, AND TOLL BROTHERS APARTMENT LIVING® COMMENCE CONSTRUCTION OF UP TO 2 MILLION SQUARE FEET OF MODERN OFFICE, RESIDENTIAL AND RETAIL IN MIDTOWN DALLAS

NEW YORK & DALLAS (May 2, 2019) – Seritage Growth Properties (NYSE: SRG) (“Seritage”), a national owner and developer of retail and mixed-use projects, announced today the commencement of construction of Park Heritage, a project of up to 2 million square feet, in partnership with KDC and Tol […]

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Sammons Financial Group

The new headquarters will be situated on a 25.66-acre parcel of land at 8300 Mills Civic Pkwy near Jordan Creek Town Center. The approximately 220,000 square-foot, six-story headquarters will be the long term home to Sammons Financial Group. Sammons employees will enjoy a new collaborative envi […]

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Maria Melendez

Curiosity is Maria Melendez’s middle. No, not really. But it should be. “I am naturally curious,” she says. For example, Maria is currently taking online classes about commercial real estate construction and development so she’ll better understand KDC’s business. “I always want to learn somet […]

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Frank Benenate

When it comes to part-time jobs, a lot of teenagers end up working the drive-thru for fast-food restaurants. But Frank Benenate—pronounced “been a naughty”—actually built some of McDonald’s first drive-thrus when he was in high school. That was more than 40 years ago, and over that time, Frank […]

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SRS Distribution

As the fastest growing roofing products distributor in the U.S., SRS realized that they were fast outgrowing their current headquarters location and needed a larger facility to accommodate that growth. They selected a site within the Hub 121 mixed use development located at the intersection of […]

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Santa Fe Yards at Broadway Station

KDC has teamed with Broadway Station Partners to market and develop 1,000,000 square feet of build-to-suit office adjacent to the Broadway Station light rail stop in Denver, CO. The site is positioned at the intersection of Santa Fe Drive and I-25 near the S Broadway thoroughfare, making it one […]

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Aureum

KDC, SouthStar and Chartwell are partnering to develop Aureum in the Cool Springs area of Nashville, TN . This development will feature 750,000 square feet of premier Class A office space anchored by luxury living, hospitality and retail areas. Uses include: 480 Multifamily Units by Chartwell10 […]

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Raytheon McKinney

KDC partnered once again with Raytheon to develop its new manufacturing complex in McKinney, Texas. The 200,000-square-foot Advanced Integration and Manufacturing Center facility is at Raytheon's Space and Airborne Systems McKinney headquarters. The new intelligent manufacturing facility, whic […]

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KDC TOPS OUT NEW SRS DISTRIBUTION CORPORATE CAMPUS IN MCKINNEY

MCKINNEY, Texas – (Oct. 21, 2019) ---- KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies such as JPMorgan Chase, State Farm and Toyota, topped out the new Corporate Headquarters for SRS Distribution Inc. in McKinney, Texas. The four-story, 100,000-square-fo […]

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KDC STARTS CONSTRUCTION ON THE NEW FACILITY FOR THE MAGDALEN HOUSE

DALLAS – (Nov. 6, 2019) ---- KDC has begun construction on the new facility for The Magdalen House, a nonprofit organization that has helped alcoholic women in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex achieve sobriety and sustain recovery since 1987. The new 8,000-square-foot facility, which will be mor […]

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Uber: Epic Deep Ellum Phase 2

A first of its kind in Deep Ellum, the Epic is a mixed-use project that combines office, multifamily, retail, and a boutique hotel to create a natural transition from the iconic skyscrapers of Dallas into the intimate neighborhood of Deep Ellum. The Epic reflects the cultural abundance of Deep E […]

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JPMorgan Chase Legacy Expansion

The Legacy West campus for JPMorgan Chase was a huge success for the local business lines. JPMC consolidated space from Centreport, Addison and Lewisville, among others, and have used this facility to accommodate their business growth as well. The location and walkability to Legacy West town cen […]

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McKinney Family Health Center

KDC is proud to be part of the new Family Health Center at Virginia Parkway in McKinney, Texas. The new 25,000 square foot patient-centered medical home will provide primary care services (medical, dental and behavioral) for families, children and individual residents of McKinney and Collin […]

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125 Baldwin

KDC is planning to develop Class A office space at 125 Baldwin in Charlotte, NC. This development will feature 512,000 square feet of premier class A office space anchored by hospitality and retail areas. OpportunityWithin the site, KDC is offering a corporation 512,000 SF of Class A office. […]

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KDC TOPS OUT NEW SAMMONS FINANCIAL GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

DES MOINES, Iowa – (Jan. 16, 2020) ---- KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies such as JPMorgan Chase, State Farm and Toyota, topped out the new corporate headquarters for Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, Iowa. The six-story, 217,000-s […]

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Baylor Scott & White Health

The Baylor Scott & White Health project is unlike any other project that is in, the historically rich, Deep Ellum. The project has a unique design that features two 125,000 square feet floors, that blend into the Deep Ellum landscape. The design incorporates light monitors and light wells with […]

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Hub RTP

KDC, MAA, and the Research Triangle Foundation are partnering to develop Hub RTP within the Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. This development will feature up to 1,000,000 square feet of premier Class A office space anchored by luxury living, hospitality, and retail areas.  Uses incl […]

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KDC TOPS OUT PHASE II OF JPMORGAN CHASE’S CAMPUS AT LEGACY WEST

PLANO, Texas – (April 28, 2020) – KDC has topped out Phase II of JPMorgan Chase’s 540,000-square-foot expansion of the company’s corporate campus at Legacy West. The new tower, located at 8181 Communications Pkwy in Plano, Texas, is slated for completion in May 2021. Following the completion of […]

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PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES NEW HEADQUARTERS RECEIVES LEED GOLD CERTIFICATION

IRVING, Texas – (May 7, 2020) – KDC today announced that Pioneer Natural Resources’ new 1.1 million-square-foot headquarters has been awarded LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The 10-story office complex and accompanying seven-story parking garage serves as the first […]

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Peña Station

Peña Station NEXT, a 220-acre premiere mixed-use development, integrates the best of Denver with clean energy, innovation, mobility and business. Perfectly situated at the first transit stop from the Denver International Airport (DEN), Peña Station boasts proximity to the airport, quality school […]

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Parkside III in Legacy

Parkside III on Legacy Drive delivers a fantastic 16 acre build-to-suit development site for Office and Medical Development Projects. Located in the heart of the 2,600 acre Legacy Business Park in Plano, Texas, this site delivers the most sought-after master-planned community in North Texas with […]

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KDC COMPLETES SRS DISTRIBUTION CORPORATE CAMPUS IN MCKINNEY

MCKINNEY, Texas – (Sept. 1, 2020) – KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies such as JPMorgan Chase, State Farm and Toyota North America, today announced the completion of the new corporate campus for SRS Distribution Inc. in McKinney. Employees are […]

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Research Triangle Foundation Breaks Ground on Two Million Square Feet

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC—September 22, 2020—Today the Research Triangle Foundation of NC (RTF) announced that it has broken ground on the highly-anticipated Hub RTP project during a virtual launch event. The $1.5 billion, 44-acre development at the intersection of Davis Drive and I-40 will inc […]

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Fields

Fields is not simply a land development. Fields will be the only place off the Dallas North Tollway where an innovative and timeless approach to community design offers everyone a fresh perspective on home, work, and play. It is a full-spectrum community, where commercial ventures and intellect […]

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Dunwoody, Sandy Springs celebrate the opening of the Springwood Connector

Dunwoody, GA – January 12, 2021 – Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch and Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul joined representatives of State Farm to cut the ribbon on the Springwood Connector. The new road connects Perimeter Center Parkway in Dunwoody to Peachtree Dunwoody Road in Sandy Springs, just north […]

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Wells Fargo Branch at Hub RTP

To enable the vertical development at Hub RTP, a transformational mixed-use project at the center of Research Triangle Park, an existing Wells Fargo branch will need to be demolished and a new branch will be constructed. The project includes a new 4,000 square foot prototype branch located on […]

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KDC COMPLETES FAMILY HEALTH CENTER ON VIRGINIA PARKWAY IN MCKINNEY

MCKINNEY, Texas – (March 18, 2021) – KDC, a leading developer of corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies such as JPMorgan Chase, State Farm and Toyota North America, has completed the North Texas Family Health Foundation’s Family Health Center on Virginia Parkway in McKinney, […]

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McKinney Corporate Center

Located at the convergence of McKinney, Allen, Plano and Frisco, McKinney Corporate Center (MKCC) is the business epicenter of Collin County-nationally recognized as one of the fastest growing markets in the country. Surrounded by unmatched outdoor and dining amenities and boasting easy access […]

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North Shore Las Colinas Urban Center

OpportunityThe North Shore acreage in the Las Colinas Urban Center is part of the highly-desirable, transit-oriented office acreage on Lake Carolyn across from Williams Square. This is truly a world class “A” office development site. AccessThe site fronts Promenade Parkway and directly across […]

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Independent Financial Phase 2

As one of North Texas’ fastest growing financial firms, Independent Financial wanted to expand its headquarters at McKinney Corporate Center Craig Ranch. KDC developed Independent Financial’s Headquarters Phase One and is proud to be selected as Phase Two developer as well. A six-story, 198,0 […]

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KDC, CADILLAC FAIRVIEW AND COMPATRIOT CAPITAL FORM JOINT VENTURE

DALLAS – (July 13, 2021) - Marking a new chapter in its growth, KDC, an award-winning national developer of commercial office buildings, corporate build-to-suit facilities and mixed-use projects, is pleased to announce that Cadillac Fairview has acquired a 50% interest in KDC alongside managemen […]

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Eric Hage

Eric Hage’s talent on the tennis court didn’t take him to Wimbledon, but it did pave the way to an internship with a general contractor. That internship led to a career in commercial construction and then eventually, his current position with KDC. During one of Dallas’ sweltering summers, Eric […]

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KDC WELCOMES ERIC HAGE AS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

DALLAS, Texas – (July 22, 2021) – KDC, a leading developer and acquirer of award-winning mixed-use projects and corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies, has hired Eric Hage as Executive Vice President, Development. In Hage’s new role, he will serve as a member of KDC’s exec […]

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KDC TOPS OUT THE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL PHASE II OFFICE HEADQUARTERS

MCKINNEY, Texas – (Aug. 2, 2021) - KDC, a leading developer and acquirer of award-winning mixed-use projects and corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies, and Independent Financial (a premier regional community bank with more than 90 locations across Texas and Colorado) have […]

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Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County

Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County's mission is to provide safety, healing and justice for children victimized by abuse or neglect in our community. CACCC's beautiful Speese Campus in McKinney, Texas, will be a 40,000sf, two-story building that will be completed in May 2022 by an incred […]

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KDC COMPLETES 217,000-SF HEADQUARTERS FOR SAMMONS FINANCIAL GROUP

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – (August 5, 2021) – KDC, a leading developer and acquirer of award-winning mixed-use projects and corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies, has completed construction of Sammons Financial Group’s new corporate headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa. The […]

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David Acord

For years, David Acord dreamed of being a talk show host like David Letterman. He wanted to talk to people for a living – asking questions, debating topics, sharing information, and perhaps most important, enjoying banter. Though Acord doesn’t have his own talk show today, he does talk to peopl […]

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The Magdalen House

KDC is proud to have been a part of the new facility for The Magdalen House, a nonprofit organization that has helped alcoholic women in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex achieve sobriety and sustain recovery since 1987. The new 8,000-square-foot facility increases the organization’s overall spac […]

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KDC WELCOMES SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT TO LEAD NEW LEASING DIVISION

DALLAS, Texas – (Sept. 9, 2021) – – KDC, a leading developer and acquirer of award-winning mixed-use projects and corporate build-to-suit campus projects for major companies, has hired Aarica Mims, CCIM, as senior vice president and director of leasing. In her new role, Mims will implement and […]

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Robert Nickerson

Nothing conveys Robert Nickerson Jr.’s ambition, determination and grit more than his life motto: keep fighting. And that’s why Nickerson describes himself as a “finisher” – because he keeps fighting until he finishes, whether it’s a construction project or an advanced degree. (He’s on track to […]

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Aarica Mims

When Aarica Mims joined KDC in 2021 as senior vice president and director of leasing, she took on a newly established role responsible for building the company’s leasing team from scratch. She approached the task as she does all tasks – with enthusiasm, positivity, and competitiveness.

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Chad Hedlund

Sports have always been a huge part of Chad Hedlund’s life – his father was a professional soccer player, and Hedlund played Division I football in college for Wake Forest University and Southern Methodist University. And now, Hedlund is applying all the lessons he learned on the field to his ro […]

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Jeremy Hunt

Jeremy Hunt followed in his father’s footsteps when he chose a career in construction, and it was a path that he decided upon when he was fairly young. “I’ve always wanted to do something hands on and something related to business,” Hunt says. “Commercial development combines both.” As a senior […]

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Phillip McDavid

When people find out that Phillip McDavid grew up in Russia, that’s usually all they want to talk about. McDavid is happy to indulge everyone’s curiosity by sharing his journey from Tver, a small(ish) city about two hours north of Moscow, to Dallas-Fort Worth. As you might expect, McDavid is bi […]

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CityLine Five, Six, & Seven

KDC will develop three additional office towers at CityLine in Richardson, Texas. The new buildings will add nearly 1.4 million square feet of space to the 204-acre transit-oriented development, which is home to State Farm’s regional hub and Raytheon’s state-of-the-art office complex. Five […]

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Raytheon McKinney Phase 2

As part of Raytheon’s real estate modernization and consolidation efforts, the company decided to build a second phase at its manufacturing headquarters in McKinney, Texas. KDC developed Phase I of Raytheon’s new manufacturing facility and is proud to be selected as the Phase Two developer. Pha […]

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Port Freeport

Automobile receiving and processing facility for Volkswagen Group of America Port Freeport will accommodate importation of 140,000 vehicles per year and will serve nearly 300 retail dealers in the United States New hub will allow utilization of low-emission LNG vessel […]

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Brian Nold

Brian Nold is a big fan of KISS. No, not the heavy metal band fronted by Gene Simmons. Nold’s KISS stands for “Keep It Simple, Stupid”. “Despite enjoying solving complex problems at work or in my own hobby shop at home, I like the KISS mentality,” he says. “Just because it’s complicated, doesn’ […]

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Wells Fargo

KDC, Corgan and Austin Commercial are proud to be working together to create the new corporate home for Wells Fargo in Irving, Texas. The 850,000-square-foot campus will be LEED Platinum with a focus on employee wellness and sustainable practices. Wells Fargo’s corporate home will set new finan […]

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KDC BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON WELLS FARGO’S NEW OFFICE CAMPUS IN LAS COLINAS

LAS COLINAS, Texas – (April 18, 2023) – KDC and Wells Fargo today celebrated the start of construction for the new future workplace for Wells Fargo at 401 W. Las Colinas Blvd. in Irving. The 850,000-square-foot project, on 22 acres, is located on the northeast corner of West Las Colinas Boule […]

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Jenny Ghormley

Jenny Ghormley is a Miami native and a newlywed who loves to travel. She married her Irving firefighter husband, Caleb, in September of 2022 in Colorado. She credits his selfless dedication to his job as an inspiration to her in all things. When they can find the time to sneak away, the duo lov […]

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Leydi Peregrino

If you catch Leydi Peregrino humming while she works, don’t be surprised. She loves music and singing, and both have played a big role in her life. Many of her core memories revolve around singing at different churches with her sister, or school choir competitions. She played the viola in high s […]

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OurCalling

Our CEO Steve Van Amburgh recently rallied together with construction industry partners to complete the build-out of OurCalling, a women’s-only shelter. The group of dedicated CRE companies saved OurCalling significant dollars through donated labor and services, along with materials offered at c […]

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Jubilee Park Community Clinic

This joint venture between Jubilee Park & Community Center, Parkland Health, and Jewish Family service, and built and planned by KDC, Kirksey, and Rogers-O’Brien, will help to lessen the shortage of physicians in the 62-block neighborhood service area between Fair Park and Interstate 30. The pro […]

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Oncor

KDC and Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC started construction of a new distribution center at Railport Business Park in Midlothian, Texas. The nearly 422,000-square-foot, LEED-certified build-to-suit industrial facility will sit on 60.7 acres in Midlothian, about 31 miles southwest of down […]

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Bank of America Tower at Parkside

Just a few steps away from downtown Dallas’ award-winning Klyde Warren Park will be a 500,000-square-foot Kohn Pederson Fox-designed trophy office tower. KDC and Pacific Elm Properties recently kicked off construction of the 30-story tower located at the corner of Woodall Rodgers Freeway and N H […]

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Cedar Crest Community Center

A revitalized community center is always a reason to celebrate. Cedar Crest Community Center in South Dallas received a much-needed restoration, thanks to generous donors, including Dallas-area sports heroes and the commercial real estate community. Led by Behind Every Door, KDC joined with Corg […]

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JPMorgan Chase Operations Center

KDC and JPMorgan Chase celebrated the start of construction for the Chase Operations Center in Ruston, Louisiana in November 2023. Sitting on five acres on Woodward Avenue, the $31 million operations center will be 50,000 square feet. The project is planned for completion in the second quarter o […]

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Scott Tubbs

As KDC’s Director of Accounting, Scott Tubbs oversees the company’s accounting operations and processes. He is responsible for developing and maintaining the highest standards to ensure proper financial reporting and documentation. Tubbs also leads KDC’s professional accounting staff. Before joi […]

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Alex Trevino

Alex Trevino joined KDC as Safety Manager in 2023. In this position, he oversees processes at KDC’s construction sites to minimize worker accidents and injuries. He keeps up-to-date with government safety regulations, conducting audits and inspections to ensure that personnel, equipment and mate […]

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