optimistic partners
Real Estate Development
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About

We believe in delivering materials and

forms with audacity, energy, and heart.

Places and people have their own energy and design is the critical element in great projects.

We specialize in mixed use, residential and commercial development.

We believe a hands-on approach yields the best results. We are directly involved with the design, construction, leasing, and management of all the developments we undertake.

Photo Credit - Mark Engelstad

 
 

Joshua Howe

After 15 years of commercial aviation advisory and airport retail work, I decided to stop living up in the air and put my feet on the ground in real estate development.  I do miss international living and work, but I have traded it for something not to be missed - the time to watch my young family grow.

Speaking of time, I spend my free time outside.  I believe that the bicycle is the greatest invention of mankind and time in wilderness is the best kind of time we spend.  You will find me in the summers at our cabin in Ely or in the fall deer hunting in Minnesota and Wisconsin.  Winters are spent in the sauna, on skis or in creative projects.

My best and most optimistic partner is my wife Betsy, without her none of this is possible. She’s the magical light.