Press release from the issuing company:
Innovative real estate developer Creation officially has broken ground on a six-acre industrial development in Tempe during a ceremony attended by project partners, city leaders and community stakeholders. The development will deliver more than 120,000 square feet across two buildings, with joint venture partner Pacific Office Automation pre-leasing one building as its Southwest market headquarters.
LGE Design Build, the region’s leading design-build firm, will serve as the architect and general contractor for the project, overseeing the ground-up construction of Pacific Office Automation’s 75,000-square-foot headquarters, in addition to a 45,000-square-foot building available for lease or sale. The development features 32-foot clear heights, a shared truck court and 185 parking spaces, including eight EV charging stations and 14 bike parking spaces. Conveniently located at 1400 W. 3rd Street near Loop 202 and I-10, the property provides easy access to Sky Harbor International Airport.
“This is our third industrial groundbreaking in Tempe this year — a testament to the market’s momentum and long-term potential,” said Grant Kingdon, principal of Creation’s Mountain West Region. “Tempe offers unmatched access to freeways, airports, amenities and skilled labor. For users seeking modern facilities, opportunities like this are almost nonexistent. We are excited to deliver desperately needed, functional, infill inventory to the North Tempe industrial submarket, as 90% of Tempe’s industrial buildings between 40,000 and 60,000 square feet were developed before 2000.”
The Tempe industrial market continues to demonstrate exceptional resilience, maintaining strong tenant demand compared with surrounding metros. Creation’s latest project joins developments such as Source Business Center and Nexus Commerce Center, which the company broke ground on earlier this year, to deliver modern, efficient facilities for distribution, showroom and light manufacturing users seeking connectivity and convenience.
To commemorate the start of construction and signal its ongoing commitment to the community, Creation and Pacific Office Automation partnered to donate $25,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, supporting their mission to provide affordable after-school and summer programs for more than 16,000 young people across 30 clubs in the region.
“Breaking ground in Tempe marks an exciting milestone for Pacific Office Automation as we continue to invest in our people, our customers, and the communities we serve,” said Adam Pritchett, CEO of Pacific Office Automation. “This new regional headquarters represents our long-term commitment to growth in the Southwest — one of our fastest-growing and most dynamic regions — and reflects our vision to create spaces that foster innovation, collaboration, and customer success.”
Construction is now underway, with completion expected in late 2026. For more information, visit CreationEquity.com and LGEDesignBuild.com.
About Creation
Creation is a dynamic, nationally recognized firm specializing in real estate development, hospitality concepts and alternative investments from coast to coast. Led by founders David Sellers and Bob Agahi, the company has expanded its footprint with $4.4 billion in active development projects across eight states. Known for its comprehensive approach, Creation seamlessly manages every phase of the development process, from land acquisition and entitlement to design, construction, and sale—all handled in-house. Creation Ventures, the company’s innovation and investment arm, plays a pivotal role in incubating startups and nurturing bold ideas. Since 2018, it has co-founded multiple companies and supported over 100 emerging businesses across the U.S. With headquarters in both Phoenix and Dallas, along with an East Coast office in Tampa, Creation is recognized as one of the nation’s fastest-growing companies, continuing to push boundaries in real estate and beyond.
About LGE Design Build
LGE Design Build (LGE) is a premier design-build construction firm that has been a leader in the Southwest’s commercial market for over 30 years, before expanding to the East Coast. With dual headquarters in Phoenix and Dallas, plus an office in Tampa, LGE is unique in its ability to offer a true full-service approach with architecture, interior design, engineering, budget control, permit coordination and construction available all under one roof. With an industry-leading reputation and a portfolio of more than 1,200 completed projects, LGE’s dedication to unmatched integrity and craftsmanship results in award-winning designs for clients in various industries including industrial, office, hospitality, mixed-use, medical, education and tenant improvement. As the only large-scale design-build firm in Arizona, the company was recently recognized by Phoenix Business Journal’s “Top Private Companies of 2024” and Building Design & Construction’s “2024 Giants 400 Report.” The firm recently made its third appearance on Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, making it one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
