Issue 157- 2026

From first sketch to final detail, High Desert Architecture creates luxury homes with a unique approach

Luxury Materials Designers are creating exciting new ways to utilize the beauty of natural stone

New Academy The SBA’ s new project will build construction skills in Sarasota

Design Combining creativity, research, communication, and planning creates efficiency

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In our Q & A with Jon Mast, the CEO at Suncoast Builders Association( SBA), he acknowledges the need for a stronger and more sustainable pipeline of skilled construction workers for the Sarasota region. With its eyes on the future, the Association is launching the Suncoast Apprenticeship Academy, in a step that Jon believes ultimately could be‘ transformational’ for Sarasota and Manatee counties. With the site secured, the SBA has a vision to create workshop and classroom space to develop well rounded graduates.

In Jon’ s words,‘ it’ s a long-term investment in people, families, businesses, and the economic future of our community.’ Could your region benefit from this sort of ambitious venture?

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