Trophy Office Building Reaches Highest Point in Gasworx
Milestone marks visual and vertical momentum as Gasworx continues to take shape in Ybor City
TAMPA, Fla. – October 27, 2025 – Moss, a top-ranked national construction firm, announces the topping-out of a six-story office and retail building in Ybor City’s Gasworx district. The more than 145,000-square-foot building will serve as the future headquarters for Grow Financial and a key piece of the broader district designed to bring new life to Tampa’s most historic neighborhood.
The office tower, designed by S9Architecture with Smallwood serving as the architect of record, blends modern design with nods to Ybor City’s storied architecture that has defined the area for generations. Located in the heart of the Barrio Latino Historic District, the building will also feature 9,000-square-feet of ground-floor retail to activate the streetscape.
Future tenants and visitors will enjoy a rooftop deck, outdoor terraces, a state-of-the-art conference facility, and a welcoming lobby café and bar that connects directly to the Gasworx retail and dining marketplace. With Grow Financial committed to occupying 50 percent of the building, the project is set to bring a daily influx of new businesses, workers, and energy into the district.
“Our workers have been steadfast in their dedication to reach this stage, and when complete, this building will be an instrumental piece of the Gasworx vision,” said Toby Manulak, Senior Vice President of Moss’ Mid-Florida Region, based in Tampa. “Topping out ceremonies are always a proud moment for Moss, but this one is especially meaningful, as our work will help bring renewed energy into this historic district.”
The soon-to-be-named office building is part of the larger Gasworx revitalization project, led by KETTLER in partnership with local developer Darryl Shaw and PPF Group. Encompassing 50 acres, the project will deliver thousands of new residences, extensive office and retail opportunities, a new city park, pedestrian-friendly streets, and a new TECO Streetcar stop.
“The progress at Gasworx is now becoming visible at scale,” said Graham Tyrrell, Managing Director – Florida at KETTLER. “With this office building and neighboring housing portions of the project coming to life, the grand vision for Gasworx is coming into focus. We are creating a sought-after district that will reflect both the rich history of Ybor City and the vibrant future of Tampa.”
In addition to the office, Moss is also constructing Olivette, a neighboring mixed-use building with 376 residential units and nearly 30,000 square feet of retail space.
Construction of the office building is scheduled for completion in 2026. To learn more about Moss visit, moss.com. To learn more about Gasworx, visit gasworx.com.
About Moss
Moss is a national, privately-held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management and, solar EPC. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, wood-frame multi-family, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as the nation’s top solar contractor and one of the top 50 general contractors. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement, and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.
About KETTLER
KETTLER is a vertically integrated, mixed use and multifamily focused investment firm, an award-winning real estate and land developer, and a property management company. The firm has over 47 years of providing superior capabilities across the development lifecycle; zoning/entitlement, predevelopment, leasing, and operations. Founded in 1977, the company has developed over 25,000 multifamily units, 8 million square feet of commercial space, more than 78,000 homes in 25 master-planned communities, and many of the D.C. region’s premier mixed-use communities. Kettler is a top U.S. multifamily investor recognized for placemaking, complex mixed-use projects, workforce housing, the quality of our assets, a connection to our communities and delivering on behalf of our partners. Headquartered in McLean, Va., the company manages approximately 20,000 apartments in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast regions. For more information, please visit www.KETTLER.com.
