Build Group, Inc. has announced its first international expansion with the construction of Casa Blake, a luxury hotel and residential development located within the prestigious Costa Palmas resort community on the East Cape of Baja California Sur, Mexico. This milestone marks the company’s entry into one of the world’s fastest-growing destinations for luxury tourism.
The Casa Blake project is set to deliver world-class hospitality experiences while generating significant local economic benefits — including new employment opportunities, retail growth, and increased tourism-driven investment in the region.
“Expanding into Mexico with Casa Blake is an incredible opportunity for Build Group,” said Andrew Clark, President, Southern California at Build Group. “We’re grateful for the trust of our partners at Irongate Group and proud to bring our expertise in high-end construction to this iconic project. Through our strategic partnership with Grupo Hermosillo, whose knowledge of Mexico’s construction landscape is unmatched, we’ve assembled a team that ensures excellence at every stage of delivery.”
Designed by Javier Sánchez of JSa Arquitectura — the acclaimed architect behind The Cape, a Thompson Hotel — Casa Blake combines visionary design with Build Group’s proven record in luxury hospitality construction. Grupo Hermosillo contributes decades of local experience, regulatory expertise, and trusted relationships to guarantee seamless project execution from concept to completion.
“Casa Blake will be the energy heart of Costa Palmas in the Marina Village,” said Gabe Escaba, Managing Director at Irongate Group, developer of the Costa Palmas community. “For a project as iconic as Casa Blake, we sought a general contractor with extensive experience in complex, high-end hospitality builds. Build Group, together with Grupo Hermosillo, stood out for their ability to bring our vision to life — on time, on budget, and to Costa Palmas’ exacting quality standards.”
Build Group’s move into Mexico reflects its growing momentum as the company takes its expertise to the international stage. With Mexico welcoming nearly 42 million international visitors in 2024, demand for luxury accommodations, residences, and retail continues to rise — offering opportunities for strategic partnerships that drive local growth and showcase Build Group’s global capabilities.
Casa Blake is the first of several planned projects in Mexico, signaling Build Group’s long-term commitment to international expansion. Backed by its partnership with Grupo Hermosillo, the company aims to deliver the same craftsmanship, precision, and excellence that have defined its reputation across some of the most ambitious developments in the United States.
