The Grand Sandestin & Lasata

At Issue

Intrawest Development Corporation desired to provide a premier condominium complex for their elite clientele on their existing 2,400 acre property, consisting of several structures. The landmark entry to the village is The Grand Sandestin, a 200,000 sf, 11-story tower. This facility offers guest reception, concierge, fitness, leisure, entertainment, dining, and retail spaces on the sweeping, two-story, lobby level. A variety of open living plan condominiums fill out the upper levels. The second structure, Lasata, a 100,000 sf, six-story structure, provides an extension of the condominium offerings of The Grand Sandestin, with views of the Choctahatchee Bay. A common 100,000 sf, subterranean parking garage serves guests throughout both structures. Several acres of manicured grounds accentuate the transitions from indoor opulence to the simple, yet exquisite, beauty of the bay vistas. The development is cast in hues of Southern hospitality, from the grand entry, to Gulf/Plantation interiors, to the airy terraces, lushly landscaped gardens, and the gracious service. The impression of effortless comfort is paramount. BGCE was set to the task of developing systems that support efficient maintenance of this ambience and eventual expansion of village amenities and accommodations.

BGCE's Work

• Mechanical and electrical systems capable of providing heating and cooling comfort for all residential units and public spaces


• Coordination of new condenser water system, including cooling towers, boilers, piping, and new electrical systems in an existing building on the property site


• Design of mechanical, fire protection, and electrical systems to accommodate the two future 100,000 sf, six-story condominium structures to complement the site

Client Benefits

• Optimum comfort throughout the various spaces


• Built-in flexibility for future development


• Efficient integration of new and old systems