Simone Development Companies Signs Halo Health Pharmacy’s First Bronx Location at Triangle Plaza Hub

Simone Development Companies Signs Halo Health Pharmacy’s First Bronx Location at Triangle Plaza Hub

BRONX, NY – December 18, 2024 – Simone Development Companies has signed a new long-term lease with Halo Health Pharmacy for 1,522 square feet of retail space at Triangle Plaza Hub located at 459 East 149th Street in The Bronx’s Mott Haven neighborhood. The new store will be Halo Health Pharmacy’s first in the Bronx and the expanding company’s fifth New York City location, with three existing outlets in northern Manhattan and one in Queens.

Triangle Plaza Hub is a 50,000-square-foot grocery-anchored retail and medical office condominium featuring a healthcare and food-centric tenant-mix including SuperFresh supermarket, Sun River Health, DaVita Melrose Dialysis, Metropolitan College of New York, and Dunkin’, among others.

Miles Mahony and Chris Walther of RIPCO Real Estate represented both the tenant and ownership in the transaction, assisted by Simone Development Companies’ in-house leasing and legal teams.

“We are excited to welcome Halo Health Pharmacy to Triangle Plaza Hub, complimenting and enhancing our already diverse tenant mix,” said Josh Gopan, Simone Development Companies’ Vice President of Leasing.

Triangle Plaza Hub, a LEED certified complex built in 2015, is located on a prime corner of the highly trafficked Mott Haven neighborhood and only a few minutes away from the 149th Street station serving the 2 and 5 subway lines. The property also offers on-site parking for tenants and customers.

The property currently has one remaining space for lease: a highly desirable 2,776 square-foot endcap space available, previously occupied by Boston Market.

About Simone Development Companies

Simone Development Companies is a full-service real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition and development of healthcare, mixed-use, office, industrial, retail, and residential properties. Headquartered at the Hutchinson Metro Center, it boasts a portfolio of over 7 million square feet throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Orange and Fairfield Counties and New Jersey. With expertise spanning acquisition, development, construction, finance, asset management, accounting, leasing and property management, Simone Development Companies is set apart by its vertically integrated management team, long-term asset ownership and its pursuit of visionary development.

2025-01-02T09:45:21-05:00December 18, 2024|
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Leading Furniture Maker Anthony Lawrence-Belfair Signs New Lease at Simone Development’s 1200 Zerega Ave. in the Bronx

1200 Zerega Avenue Bronx

BRONX, NY (October 24, 2024) – Simone Development Companies has announced that Anthony Lawrence-Belfair, a leading furniture company specializing in the manufacturing, distribution, repair, and restoration of furniture and home goods, has signed a long-term lease for 25,214 square feet of warehouse space and 19,312 square feet of land at 1200 Zerega Ave. in the Bronx. The new space will serve as a showroom and studio, supporting the company’s relocation from Long Island City.

Simone Development was represented by in-house leasing and legal teams alongside Mat Diana of DY Realty, while Anthony Lawrence-Belfair was represented by Helen Paul of Cushman & Wakefield and Joseph Caputo of Exit Realty Premier.

“With its strategic location, ample outdoor storage options, and flexible space configurations, 1200 Zerega Ave. is an ideal fit for companies like Anthony Lawrence-Belfair,” said Josh Gopan, Vice President of Leasing for Simone Development Companies. “The property offers quick and easy access to major highways and public transportation, making it a highly attractive choice for businesses looking to optimize their operations and better serve their customers.”

The lease secured the final warehouse and ground floor space offered at 1200 Zerega Ave. The property has a remaining 12,891 square feet of office space available on the second floor, which comes with over 12,000 square feet of parking, a dedicated elevator, and four sides of window frontage. The building is conveniently located near the #6 subway line, multiple bus routes, and major highways including the Hutchinson River Parkway, the Bruckner Expressway, and the Cross Bronx Expressway.

2024-10-29T09:34:43-04:00October 24, 2024|
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Simone Development Companies Signs Another Full-Building Lease with Fastenal Company, North America’s Largest Fastener Distributor

1385 Commerce Avenue Bronx, NY

Company Snaps Up 10,347 SF Warehouse Property in Westchester Square Section of The Bronx

BRONX, NY (October 23, 2024) – Simone Development Companies announced that the largest fastener distributor in North America, Fastenal Company, has signed a 10,347-square-foot, long-term warehouse lease at 1385 Commerce Avenue in the Bronx, NY.

Simone Development Companies was represented by in-house leasing and legal teams while Fastenal Company was repped by Mathew Diana of DY Realty.

Fastenal will use the building for warehouse space and storage of construction and hardware materials, as well as ancillary office space. The deal marks the most recent lease for the company at a Simone property. In 2023, Fastenal Company signed a long-term lease for 7,100 square feet at Simone Development’s nearby 1448 Ferris Place in the Bronx, NY.

Fastenal is a diverse company that provides a variety of services to different organizations: an expert consultant, a logistics company, a technology provider, and more generally a distributor of wide-ranging industrial and construction products.

“We are thrilled that Fastenal Company has once again chosen a Simone Development property for their latest expansion,” said Josh Gopan, Vice President of Leasing at Simone Development Companies. “The building’s excellent condition and accessible location with proximity to major highways and public transportation make it a perfect fit for Fastenal.”

The street-level property is in move-in condition and offers 20-foot ceiling heights, two drive-in doors, and heavy power. It is a short walk from the Westchester Square #6 subway station and convenient to the Cross Bronx and Bruckner expressways.

2024-12-11T13:22:15-05:00October 23, 2024|
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Simone Development Companies Announces Opening of Material Conversations Fall/Winter Exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine

Susan Byrnes brings together a variety of methods to explore the conversations created by the assemblage of stitch, gestural drawing, and piece work

BRONX, NY (October 9, 2024) – Simone Development Companies announced the opening of Susan Byrnes’ Material Conversations exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine, located in the lobby of Simone Development’s Hutchinson Metro Center’s Tower One at 1250 Waters Place in the Bronx. Byrnes’ exhibition features 12 textiles depicting memories real and imagined. It is now open to the public and will run through January 6th from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Susan Byrnes’ Material Conversations exhibit, photo credit: Lori Adams

(Photo Credit: Lori Adams)

Born in New York City, Byrnes spent her early years immersed in the arts, studying photography, studio art and art history. Her career began as a photo stylist, which led to the opening of her photography studio in lower Manhattan, where she worked with editorial, advertising, and private clients. As an educator, she has also taught photography to all age groups, as well as producing educational films.

Her artistic expression evolved with the introduction of fabric and thread into her practice with the beginnings of the series of Drawing Conversations. Since then, she has expanded her exploration in fabric and thread. Her photographs, paintings and fabric constructions have been exhibited nationally and internationally.

“Art can console by inviting the viewer to travel away into a place of beauty and joy,” said Susan Byrnes. “My textiles seek to create a sense of warmth and comfort and provide a positive distraction for all to enjoy.”

“We are excited to feature Susan Byrnes’ exhibit at the Gallery of ARTFul Medicine,” said Jodi Moise, director of the Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein. “The exhibit showcases the use of fabrics and textures, with each work creating a dialogue between its elements by creating new conversations between line, color and shape.”

The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine encourages artists to interpret scientific/medical research and create works of art depicting issues of cultural, political, and technological significance. The Gallery is a key component to Montefiore’s Fine Art Program and Collection, an innovative visual arts program that fosters a life-affirming, restorative and supportive environment for patients, families, caregivers, students, faculty, and staff. Montefiore’s Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein is now one of two healthcare entities with art programs featured on the Bloomberg Connects app.

2024-10-15T11:28:03-04:00October 9, 2024|
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Simone Development Companies, Stagg Group are AI Sponsors of Bronx Chamber Gala Featuring Anything is Possible Theme, Robot Emcee

Humanoid Master of Ceremonies Shows Possibilities of AI at Bronx’s Largest Business Event

(Bronx, NY – October 1, 2024) – Anything is Possible was the theme as The Bronx Chamber of Commerce held its 21st Annual Gala on September 19 at Marina del Rey in the Throggs Neck section of the borough. The 2024 Gala showcased the transformative advancements made possible for commerce in the Bronx and beyond by artificial intelligence, featuring SOPHIA, an AI-powered humanoid Master of Ceremonies created by Hanson Robotics. Bronx-based developers Simone Development Companies and Stagg Group served as AI sponsors for the event.

Bronx Chamber Gala

“The Bronx Chamber is thrilled to be the first association to feature the one-of-a-kind SOPHIA and provide an experience for the Chamber network to experience her vast capabilities, demystifying AI and demonstrating its potential to fuel the growth of our business community,” said Lisa Sorin, president of the Bronx Chamber of Commerce. “More than 600 members, partners and supporters gathered together to recognize the contributions of our honorees with an eye toward the future of commerce in our borough and beyond.”

SOPHIA, a humanoid robot that served as emcee for the event, was developed by scientists at Hanson Robotics with a persona “combining cutting- edge work in symbolic AI, neural networks, expert systems, machine perception, conversational natural language processing, adaptive motor control and cognitive architecture.” She is able to recognize human faces, see emotional expressions, and express her own human-like emotional responses. She can generate her own ideas and behaviors, while holding meaningful conversations with people. She is designed to serve real world uses in medicine, education, and scientific research.

The program was co-hosted by Michael Max Knobbe, Executive Director of BronxNet Community Television, and featured a live performance by Bronx-born singer Steven Maglio as well as other local entertainers.

“Simone Development Companies is proud to support the ongoing work of the Bronx Chamber of Commerce and to highlight, along with our co-sponsor Stagg Group, the limitless potential of artificial intelligence as a tool for business growth,” said Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies. “The annual Chamber gala offers a wonderful opportunity to recognize our fellow businesses and celebrate the fact that anything is possible when we work together.”

The 2024 Bronx Chamber Gala honored four organizations who have demonstrated their commitment to strengthening the Bronx business community through their distinct contributions:

  • D&J Transportation – Business of the Year
  • Monroe University – Community Organization of the Year
  • Lemle & Wolff Companies – Developer of the Year
  • Amazon – recipient of the Joseph P. Kelleher Award of Excellence

“Our honorees this year exemplify the innovation, dedication, and resilience that drive the Bronx forward,” said Anthony Mormile, Chairman of the Bronx Chamber Board of Directors. “Each has made a unique impact on our community that we are proud to celebrate. As we honor their achievements, we are also excited to showcase the future of commerce with SOPHIA, who embodies the potential of technology for business. This event not only reflected on past successes, but also looked ahead to the limitless possibilities that AI can bring to our borough.”

Special thanks were extended to the 2024 Gala Sponsors:

  • Bronx AI Sponsors: Simone Development Companies, Stagg Group
  • Bronx Champions: Amazon, D&J Transportation, Lemle & Wolff
  • Bronx Partners: DoorDash, Bally’s Casino, Monroe University
  • Bronx Supporters: Affinity by Molina Healthcare, KZA Realty Group, Ponce Bank, Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts, Orange Bank & Trust Co., Woodlawn Cemetery & Conservancy, Montefiore, RiteCheck, Kasirer, and Eye Mind Strategies

The annual Gala raises vital unrestricted funding for the Bronx Chamber, with 100% of all contributions supporting its business and economic development programs.

2024-10-02T11:04:09-04:00October 1, 2024|
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