HARTFORD, Connecticut — Spectra Construction and Development Corp. is set to transform 30 Laurel Street into a stunning residential community featuring 47 upscale rental units. The five-story building spans an impressive 33,000 square feet. Acquired in 2024, the property is ideally situated near Hartford’s urban center. This historic building, originally constructed in 1897 and renovated in the 1930s, once served as the office and manufacturing space of The Merrow Machine Company. It rests on a spacious 1.26-acre parcel. Once renovations are complete, it will offer both historical charm and modern convenience.
HARTFORD, Connecticut — 275 Pearl Street stands as a key opportunity to contribute to Hartford's ongoing redevelopment. Breathing new life into historic properties, the city preserves its architectural significance while fostering economic growth. Our proposed design includes 39 upscale rental units within the existing 16,350 Gross Residential Square Feet, comprising 28 Studios and 11 One Bedroom apartments. With an average size of 419 square feet, these units are designed for an elevated living experience. Additionally, the development includes a 17-car parking garage dedicated to residential tenants, emphasizing our commitment to convenience and community in the heart of Hartford.
HARTFORD, Connecticut — Upon completion, 525 Main Street will be transformed into an exquisite residential haven, boasting 42 upscale rental units. These units will comprise 36 Studios and 6 One Bedrooms units, with an average size of 425 SF. Dating back to 1926, the four-story building spans an impressive 33,025 square feet.Originally under the ownership of the City of Hartford, the entire site transitioned into the hands of Spectra in 2022. Positioned conveniently across the street from Hartford City Hall and the Hartford Public Library, the property holds historical significance as a former mixed-use establishment. To the rear of the parcel lies a spacious surface parking lot, encompassing approximately 14,000 SF and accommodating around 35 parking spaces.
NEW YORK, New York — The Huxley Condominium is located in East Harlem on the corner of 101st Street and 3rd Avenue. Beneath a gorgeous travertine façade, Huxley offers 71 beautifully appointed homes in spacious open plan studio to 3-bedroom layouts. Each residence is a portrait of modern city living, designed with custom Italian finishes and thoughtful luxuries such as private outdoor space and dedicated home office space in select units. Additional features include lovely wide plank oak floors, high ceilings, custom built-in wardrobe cabinets from Santalucia Mobili, washer/dryer hookups, bathrooms with rain showers, and sleek kitchens equipped with chic Italian Marmi Scala terrazzo countertops, Newform fixtures, custom Alta Cucine cabinets, Falmec Virgola recirculating hoods, and high-end Bertazzoni and Blomberg appliances. Select kitchens are also outfitted with built-in wine storage.
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HARTFORD, Connecticut — The mid-century modern office buildings at the prominent corner of Trumbull and Pearl streets in downtown Hartford has been vacant and dark for more than a decade. A 258-unit luxury rental in downtown of Hartford that entailed a complete renovation and 12-story 101 Pearl Street and 7-story 111 Pearl Street Historic building. The project, completed in 28 months, included new layouts for studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments and over 20,000 square feet of amenity spaces including a Fitness Center, Yoga/Dance Studio, Business Center, multi-game simulator, Boccie Court, Library, Game Rooms, Billiards room, Movie Theater and a 10,000 square foot rooftop lounge.
WEBSITEHARTFORD, Connecticut — Located on Pearl Street in downtown Hartford, this 1971 twelve story high- rise building has been vacant since the mid-1990s. The newly renovated transit-oriented hub, originally designed as an office building, has 157 units of contemporary living in the heart of downtown, just walking distance from Bushnell Park. The mixed-use property consists of a two-story lobby and ground level retail space, as well as a variety of amenities for residents. From its bike storage and bus stop to its floor to ceiling views of the city, varying amenities per floor (such as game rooms, conference rooms, library, tech room, etc.), to rooftop lounge, Spectra 101 takes full advantage of its context, serves its neighborhood, and reclaims its place back in the city skyline.
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HARTFORD, Connecticut — 111 Pearl Street, the seven-story mid-century modern steel-frame building has stood vacant since 1987. The building’s limestone exterior, polished granite, and red brick, as well as aluminum sash ribbon windows, terrazzo floors, pink Tennessee marble walls, and wave crested ceiling, was be fully restored with the aid of Federal and State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits.A total of 101 residences are located above the street-level retail and restaurant space. A two-story gym and a movie theater, as well as an internal connection to its twelve-story neighbor, 101 Pearl, are only a few of many modern luxuries this restored historic building offers.
WEBSITEHARTFORD, Connecticut — 190-unit luxury property features large, modern units, fitness center, private storage spaces, business center, indoor hardwood basketball court and direct access to covered parking. The redevelopment of this property was highly praised, and widely accepted as a much-needed improvement to downtown Hartford. The project was awarded the 2016 Hartford Preservation Alliance “Best Adaptive Re-Use” Award, as well as an Award of Merit from the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation. Spectra Plaza, LLC invested over
$7 Million into acquisition and redevelopment.
