Coconut Properties LLC is an NYC-based real estate development firm focused on exploring the frontiers of urban policy, design, and community-based partnerships to achieve transformative projects. We combine big thinking, precise execution, and integrity above all.
Our process begins by identifying a critical local need and marshaling the resources required to achieve a comprehensive solution. The projects we develop typically involve the participation of policy-makers, elected officials, community stakeholders, top-tier design professionals, and non-profit organizations. We love a challenge, whether it’s developing a difficult site or finding a novel way to unlock hidden value. A successful project for us is one that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible and makes people think, why wasn’t this always here?
We are nimble, creative, resourceful, and tenacious. Most importantly, you’ll enjoy working with us.
Adam E. Zeidel
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Adam is responsible for sourcing and negotiating off-market deals, primarily through identifying opportunities to add value through creative zoning techniques. He also manages the development of large-scale, mixed-use projects, including community relations and entitlement strategy. Prior to founding Coconut Properties, Adam served as an associate in the real estate and land use groups at the prestigious international law firm Bryan Cave LLP. He has been a member of the Land Use Committee of the City Bar of New York. Over the course of his career, Adam has negotiated, presented to, and worked on an ongoing basis with numerous city agencies and governmental authorities.
Alexander Tuttle
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Experienced in all aspects of the development process and as founder and partner of the law firm Tuttle Yick LLP, Alex has successfully negotiated and arranged for comprehensive and complex contracts in connection with the acquisition, leasing, development and renovation of small and large-scale residential and commercial developments. He has resolved disputes covering all aspects of project development and has a successful track record of guiding developers to build projects on time and on budget.
Jeffrey Yick
VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL COUNSEL
As an attorney, Jeff has represented owners, developers, architects, engineers, interior designers, contractors, construction managers, and other major commercial corporations in all aspects of their construction projects, including preparation and negotiation of construction contracts, risk management, project management, and dispute resolution. He also has extensive litigation experience obtaining favorable outcomes for his clients at trial and through dispositive motions in various jurisdictions throughout the U.S.
C. Bradley Cronk, AIA
VICE PRESIDENT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
Brad is responsible for overseeing the design and construction of the Coconut’s projects. His nearly 30 years of experience as an architect, project manager and owner’s representative provides Coconut with a depth of project management expertise and a strategic understanding of the complex construction process. Prior to joining Coconut, Brad oversaw the design and construction of award-winning projects like the Four Seasons Restaurant, the Cary Leeds Tennis Center, and the American Physical Society HQ.