EPISODE · Dec 19, 2025 · 1H 17M
Saving the Mirasol | Preservation, Pushback, and the Path Forward
from Tampa Bay Developer · host Garrett Greco
Frank & Lindsey Carriera break down the complex effort to preserve the Mirasol, a 100 year old landmark on Davis Islands, and explain why restoring historic buildings is far more complicated than new construction. They discuss storm damage, resiliency challenges, community feedback, and the long process of adapting an aging structure to modern needs without losing its character. This episode explores how preservation, economics, and neighborhood concerns intersect as Tampa continues to grow.0:00:00 - Intro0:06:03 - Mirasol’s History0:11:17 - Redevelopment0:37:53 - Mirasol Restaurant0:43:46 - Community0:58:22 - Preservation 1:07:18 - Outro
What this episode covers
Frank & Lindsey Carriera break down the complex effort to preserve the Mirasol, a 100 year old landmark on Davis Islands, and explain why restoring historic buildings is far more complicated than new construction. They discuss storm damage, resiliency challenges, community feedback, and the long process of adapting an aging structure to modern needs without losing its character. This episode explores how preservation, economics, and neighborhood concerns intersect as Tampa continues to grow.0:00:00 - Intro0:06:03 - Mirasol’s History0:11:17 - Redevelopment0:37:53 - Mirasol Restaurant0:43:46 - Community0:58:22 - Preservation 1:07:18 - Outro
NOW PLAYING
Saving the Mirasol | Preservation, Pushback, and the Path Forward
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Apr 14, 2023 ·60m
Apr 6, 2023 ·54m
Mar 31, 2023 ·56m
Mar 24, 2023 ·64m
Mar 20, 2023 ·58m
Mar 9, 2023 ·49m