Hurricane-Resilient Luxury Coastal Developments

We build resilient homes.
We build investor wealth.

Evia Partners specializes in hurricane-resilient, luxury single-family developments along Florida's premier coastal corridors, delivering up to 40% target net returns through a proven 12-18 month build cycle.

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Why Florida coastal luxury now?
Structural demand, a resilience premium, and disciplined execution create a durable edge in Florida's luxury coastal market.
01

Structural Demand

HNW Migration: Sustained influx of high-net-worth cash buyers seeking tax advantages and lifestyle. Buyers demand immediate occupancy, avoiding lengthy renovation timelines. Finite supply of prime waterfront and near-water parcels supports pricing power.

02

Resilience Premium

Safety First: FEMA-elevated, hurricane-resistant designs command stronger buyer confidence. Modern code-compliant builds offer significantly lower insurance premiums. Resilient stock absorbs faster than legacy properties post-weather events.

03

Execution Advantage

Vertical Integration: In-house GC oversight via premium construction partners ensures cost and schedule control. Conservative leverage with focus on intrinsic land value. Multi-strategy exits including retail sale, refinance/hold, or portfolio sale.

+187%
10-Year FL Luxury Price Growth
8.1M
FL Homes at Hurricane Risk
$680M
Total Built Value by EOY 2026
278
Projects Completed & In-Pipeline
Florida Population Growth - 365,000 net new residents
Leadership team
50+ years of combined experience across luxury development, construction operations, and institutional capital formation.
Chris Baird
Chris Baird
Managing Partner
Chris Baird is a distinguished real estate builder and developer with over 22 years of experience delivering exceptional residential projects. He has led more than 1,500 successful acquisitions and renovations, ranging from custom luxury homes in California to high-return investments. As the founder of Noah Thomas Builders, Chris oversees the planning and execution of high-end coastal developments across Florida's Gulf Coast, combining architectural excellence with operational efficiency to create homes that are both visually striking and structurally sound.
22+ Years · 1,500+ Acquisitions & Developments
Tom Mikolas
Tom Mikolas
General Partner / COO
Tom brings over three decades of hands-on construction and operations experience across diverse sectors, including the Sears Corporate Headquarters and Convention Center, Alta at K Station, The Mesirow Financial Building, and the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk. Known for his commitment to quality, efficiency, and innovation, Tom has built a stellar reputation among peers and clients alike. Focused on Florida's dynamic market, he leads the development and construction of luxury coastal properties with an in-depth understanding of construction complexities and a passion for delivering exceptional results.
30+ Years Construction & Operations
Cody Buck
Cody Buck
Head of Capital
Cody Buck is a proven leader with a career spanning military service, institutional real estate, and luxury development. A West Point graduate and Division I football player, he served as an Army officer with three deployments across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. He later played a key role at a Colorado-based REIT, helping drive the development of luxury multifamily communities, mixed-use retail, and a boutique hotel. Now at Noah Thomas Builders, Cody applies this breadth of experience to sourcing, structuring, and managing high-performing investment opportunities along Florida's Gulf Coast.
Institutional Capital Formation · Army Veteran
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Why Evia wins
Six structural advantages that compound across every deal in our pipeline.
Hurricane-Resilient Design
FEMA-elevated foundations, impact-rated envelopes, and coastal-grade systems designed to exceed code requirements and reduce insurance burdens.
Prime Coastal Corridors
Strategic focus on high-barrier markets: West Coast (Clearwater to Siesta Key) and East Coast (Palm Beach County) with finite land supply.
Proven Operators
Execution by seasoned luxury developers with decades of Florida coastal experience guarantees luxury standards, budget control, and consistent, repeatable margins.
Speed & Discipline
Efficient 12-18 month project cycles with conservative leverage and fixed-price scopes to mitigate market exposure and inflation risk.
Go-To-Market Engine
Aggressive premarketing during permitting, VIP Realtor Priority Program, and luxury staging ensure maximum exit velocity.
Investor Alignment
Structure prioritizes partners: Preferred returns are paid first, with builder/operator profits earned only after investor hurdles are met.
Development process
Every Evia project follows a disciplined lifecycle with built-in risk mitigation at every phase.
Phase 1
Site Sourcing & Acquisition
Off-market coastal land via broker networks
Phase 2
Design & Permitting
FEMA compliance & resilient codes
Phase 3
Vertical Construction
9-12 month build, in-house GC
Phase 4
Premarketing & Launch
VIP Realtor Program & staging
Phase 5
Exit Pathways
Retail, refinance, or portfolio sale

Conservative Leverage

Low loan-to-cost ratios to ensure project stability through market cycles.

Fixed-Price Scopes

Locked-in material and labor costs where feasible to prevent budget creep.

Insurance Diligence

Comprehensive builder's risk and flood coverage during construction phase.

Multi-Exit Framework

Ability to pivot between sales and rentals based on market absorption.

Protective Liquidation

Aggressive pricing contingency to prioritize bank and preferred equity protection.

Select case studies
Representative operator projects demonstrating consistent high-margin exits across Florida's luxury coastal markets.
Completed 1801 Spanish River
1801 Spanish River
Palm Beach, FL — Exited May 2022 — 17 Months
164%
Return on Equity
86.0%
Annualized IRR
17 mo
Hold Period
Total Cost$6,179,263
Sale Price$11,995,000
Gross Profit
$4,916,111
Completed P5 150 Pineapple Rd
P5 - 150 Pineapple Rd
FL — Exited June 2024 — 22 Months
148%
Return on Equity
62.8%
Annualized IRR
22 mo
Hold Period
Total Cost$2,295,990
Sale Price$3,950,000
Gross Profit
$1,357,759
Under Construction 303 Gulf Drive
303 Gulf Drive
Bradenton Beach, FL — 5 Bed / 6 Bath — 3,500 SF
$2.68M
Total Hard Costs
$4.9M
Projected Sale Price
54.7%
Loan to Value
Land Cost$1,100,000
Construction$1,580,750
Projected Net Profit
$1,961,750
Current pipeline
76 active projects across Florida's highest-demand coastal and metro markets.
Evia Partners Florida Pipeline Map
76
Total Active Projects
West Coast
Clearwater to Siesta Key
34
East Coast
Palm Beach & Atlantic
17
Central FL
Orlando Metro Area
25
Investment structure
Two pathways to partner with Evia, designed for both individual accredited investors and institutional capital.
For Institutional & Family Office Capital
Programmatic JV
Strategic partnership for institutional or family office capital seeking scalable deployment across our coastal pipeline. Customized terms, co-underwriting, and priority deal flow.
$20M+ / Year
Target Commitment
For Accredited Individuals
Syndicated SPV
Deal-by-deal equity allocations for individual accredited investors via project-specific LLCs. Select the deals that match your investment criteria.
$100K - $500K+
Minimum Investment
Target Net Returns
up to 40%
Dependent on project type & exit strategy
Target Equity Multiple
1.4x+
Per project cycle
Investment Horizon
12-18 mo
Efficient capital recycling
Capital Protection
Secured
Recorded agreements & direct ownership interests
Reporting
Monthly
Photos, budget-to-actual, timeline projections
Regulatory Framework
506(c)
SEC Reg D, verified accredited investors only

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What happens after you invest
We don't go silent after the wire clears. Here's exactly what your experience looks like as an Evia partner.
Monthly Construction Updates
Photos, drone video, budget-to-actual variances, and updated timeline projections. Every active build, every month, without fail.
Quarterly Financial Reports
Full financial update with deal-by-deal status, fund-level performance, market commentary, and a personal video from our team.
Real-Time Investor Portal
Access your capital account balance, distributions, deal status, and documents anytime through our Avestor-powered investor portal.
Direct Access
You're not routed through an IR department. You have direct access to the people building and managing your investment.
Transparent Exit Reporting
When a home sells, you get a full disposition report: projected vs. actual on every line item. Complete transparency from wire to return.
K-1 & Tax Support
Annual K-1 with a plain-English cover letter explaining what to give your CPA. We make tax season painless.
Questions we hear most

We specialize in luxury, waterfront, and coastal residential developments -- properties with high intrinsic value, resilient design, and strong resale demand.

Our target net investor returns typically range from 20-40% annually, depending on project type, timeline, and exit strategy.

Most projects are structured for a 12-18 month cycle, aligning with the construction and sales timeline of each home.

As with any real estate investment, market fluctuations, construction delays, and permitting timelines are variables. We mitigate these through conservative underwriting, fixed-price contracts, and FEMA-compliant builds.

Investor funds are secured by recorded agreements, project ownership interests, or direct liens, depending on the investment structure.

The minimum typically starts at $250,000-$500,000 for individual LP positions, depending on the project.

Yes. Our offerings are typically structured under SEC Regulation D 506(c), which requires investor accreditation.

Profits are distributed at project completion after all costs and lender obligations are settled. Preferred returns are paid first, then profit splits per the investor agreement.

We provide monthly construction, financial, and milestone updates with photos, budgets, and progress reports.

Yes. Each investor holds an ownership interest through a project-specific LLC or limited partnership.

We focus on prime Florida coastal zones with limited land supply, strong tourism demand, and elevated resale potential.

Our homes are luxury-grade, hurricane-resilient, FEMA-elevated, and design-driven -- targeting the top 1% of buyers seeking quality, safety, and lifestyle.

We build in phases, maintain conservative leverage, and design each property to attract cash buyers who are less affected by interest rate fluctuations.

Investors are encouraged to tour active builds and meet the team on-site to see our quality firsthand.

Yes, strategically. We use a blend of equity and bank financing to amplify investor returns while maintaining conservative debt ratios.

The builder's profit is earned only after investors receive their agreed-upon preferred returns and capital back, aligning our incentives with investor success.

Each project is designed for a clean retail sale to an end buyer, maximizing profit. In select cases, we retain properties for short-term luxury rentals or long-term appreciation. We employ multiple access and exit strategies to protect capital and maximize returns, depending on market conditions, investor goals, and timing.

Our in-house licensed general contracting team oversees every phase -- design, permitting, build, and sale -- ensuring control over quality and cost.

No investment return is guaranteed. However, our track record of consistent, high-margin exits speaks to disciplined execution and market expertise.

We offer direct access to tangible, high-yield, luxury assets with transparency, control, and significantly higher profit potential than institutional passive funds.

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with Evia?

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Phone
720-244-0581
Office
6404 Suite B, Manatee Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34209

Evia Partners — Hurricane-Resilient Luxury Coastal Developments
Bradenton, Florida