Akel Homes President, Alex Akel, Joins Industry Leaders at Treasure Coast State of the Market Panel
May 2, 2025 2 Minute Read
Port St. Lucie, FL – Alex Akel, President of Akel Homes, joined a distinguished panel of industry leaders at Bisnow’s Treasure Coast State of the Market event on Thursday, April 24, to share insights on the future of housing, economic development, and regional growth across Florida’s Treasure Coast.
The panel, titled “Building for the Future: Housing, Economic Development, and Regional Growth,” explored the evolving dynamics shaping the region and the opportunities ahead for smart, sustainable development.
As Akel Homes prepares to introduce its next major residential community—Sundance, a thoughtfully designed, master-planned development coming to Port St. Lucie in 2026—the conversation was a timely one. The event served as a platform for Akel to highlight how innovation, planning, and long-term vision are already guiding the company’s approach to future growth on the Treasure Coast.
During the panel, Akel emphasized the importance of thoughtful, long-term planning in the face of rapid population growth and demand for housing along the Treasure Coast. “It’s not just about building homes—it’s about building community, connectivity, and opportunity,” Akel shared. “Our upcoming community, Sundance, will reflect this vision by combining innovative design, responsible development practices, and amenities that enrich the lives of future residents.”
Sundance will mark a major milestone for Akel Homes, offering a diverse array of new-construction residences designed to meet the needs of Florida families, retirees, and relocating professionals. The community is expected to set a new standard for master-planned living in the region.
The Bisnow event brought together developers, city officials, economic experts, and real estate professionals to exchange insights and explore collaborative solutions for the region’s future growth.
About Akel Homes
Akel Homes is a boutique semi-custom homebuilder based in South Florida. Akel Homes builds exceptional homes and amenity-rich communities that cater to all lifestyles. Akel Homes utilizes the highest quality building materials, innovative construction methods, and forward-thinking architectural designs to create unparalleled single-family residences, townhomes, and multifamily apartments in resort-style master-planned communities. Since 1986, the principals of Akel Homes have built over 4,000 residences and many of South Florida’s most renowned communities. For more information, visit https://akelhomes.com.
About Sundance
Sundance is a vibrant new 2,500-acre master-planned community by Akel Homes, redefining active adult and multigenerational living in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Thoughtfully designed to inspire connection, wellness, and joy, Sundance will feature expertly crafted homes, resort-style amenities, and a one-of-a-kind homebuying experience. Launching in early 2026 with its debut 55+ neighborhood, Catalina Palms, Sundance marks the beginning of a bold new chapter in Treasure Coast living and is considered to be “A rare gem on Florida’s Treasure Coast.”
About Catalina Palms at Sundance
Catalina Palms at Sundance is Akel Homes’ newest 55+ active adult lifestyle community in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Set within the 2,500-acre master-planned community of Sundance, Catalina Palms offers an elevated way of life with elegant residences, resort-style amenities, and a vibrant social atmosphere. Anchored by Club Catalina, this community sets a new standard for active adult living on Florida’s Treasure Coast.
