Built By Danto
Kirk Cottrell Pavilion
The iconic Kirk Cottrell Pavilion is one of the many great properties built by Danto Builders.
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South Florida's
Design-Build Partner
for 40 Years & Counting.
We design, build, and manage commercial projects across South Florida — on schedule, on budget, no surprises.
A South Florida builder for commercial & luxury residential projects.
Fort Lauderdale
0+Years of ExperienceSouth Florida commercial construction
0+Completed ProjectsNew builds, renovations & build-outs
4thGeneration BuildersMidwest roots, South Florida built
WBEWoman-OwnedCertified Woman-Owned Business
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A Letter from the Owners
The most expensive mistake
on any project can be the
builder you choose.
Not the land. Not the design. Not the financing. The builder. Choose right, and the hard months look easy. Choose wrong, and you inherit the change orders, the dead weeks, the finger-pointing — with your name attached to all of it.
That's the difference between hiring a builder and having a partner.
The Danto name has been on job sites since Craig's grandfather poured his first foundation in the Midwest. Craig brought it to South Florida over four decades ago, and the way we work hasn't changed: design, construction, and management under one roof — one partner, one point of accountability, with the owners in the room, not a rotating cast of project managers you've never met.
As the owners, we're both personally at the table from day one, and beside us is the team that helps us keep that promise. That's the Danto way. We'd like to show you what it looks like on your project.
We treat every project like our reputation depends on it, because it does.
How Every Project Starts
A working session. Not a sales presentation.
Your first meeting with us isn't a sales presentation. It's a working session. Bring your plans and we'll review them with our design-build team — or if you're not there yet, we'll help you shape the strategy and assemble the design team. No charge, no pressure. Just a look at how a partnership with us actually works.
With the Owners & Design-Build Team·Plans or No Plans·No Charge
Sit Down with the Owners
Or call us directly: (954) 229-2006
Industries We Serve
Built for the industries
that demand precision.
Understanding Design-Build
What We Do
We Manage Your Entire Design-Build
From early planning through final completion, Danto Builders handles every phase to bring your project to life. Whether you are developing land, building from the ground up, or transforming an existing space, we bring the right people, plans, and resources together — from early feasibility and design through construction and closeout. One single point of contact for everything your project needs.
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From Dirt to Done™
One accountable partner, with the right expertise at every critical decision. Explore the service that moves your project forward.
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Bring the Right Team to the Table from Day One.
These are the people who'll run your job — preconstruction, project management, and the field. Get to know them.
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Free Project Readiness Check
Building in South Florida isn't like building back home.
Hurricane codes. Coastal permitting. County rules that change from Miami-Dade to Broward to Palm Beach. Nine quick questions will show you where your project stands, what's likely to slow you down, and what to handle before you break ground.
9 questions About 3 minutes No cost, no sales call
Start with clarity
Get Your Readiness ScoreYour score is a starting point for better planning—not a quote or sales obligation.
Our Work
Inside a Healthcare
Build — the
Danto Way
The Boynton West Medical Center: a two-story, 20,000 SF ground-up with a 20,000 SF medical buildout, delivered with $88,000 in savings — and see what Alan Levy of Levy Real Estate Advisors had to say when it was done.
Case Study · Video
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South Florida · Danto Builders
Award-Winning Company. Recognized Work.
Reputation Built on Results.
Both Danto Builders and their projects have been recognized by respected business, construction, and design organizations — awards that reflect decades of leadership, quality, and commitment. From Excellence in Construction and Best Reuse/Rehab to Commercial Real Estate Development Awards and for the company's contribution to the community, they're known for both their craftsmanship and service.
New Resource from Danto Builders
Coming October 26th, 2026
Expanding into South Florida?
Building in South Florida creates significant opportunities, but it also introduces unfamiliar permitting jurisdictions, local building requirements, consultants, and approval processes.
In this guide, Danto shares what companies need to know about permitting, site conditions, budgeting, and building the right local team before starting a project in South Florida.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say.
I am the Chief Development Officer for Fat Tuesday and we have worked with Danto and team for two projects in the Fort Lauderdale area and its been a first class experience all the way. Both buildouts were done ahead of schedule and on budget. Craig and Debbie are a pleasure to work with, highly recommended.
Johansson Roque
Chief Development and Construction Officer, Fat Tuesday
Danto Builders delivers an excellent product with regards to new and restored construction work. We have been associated with the principals of this company for over 25 years. Projects undertaken have included high-rise, custom-residential and commercial work. To date, the experience has been very professional and work has been to the highest quality. The company operates under strong family principles, which result in unusual pride and commitment not common in the industry today. The most impressive aspect of Danto Builders is their ability to analyze and forecast issues ahead of time giving all other professionals an opportunity to create solutions. They also understand working to a budget without jeopardizing quality.
Digby Bridges
Architect, Digby Bridges, Marsh & Associates, P.A.
Lands End HOA retained Danto Builders to reconstruct the entrance walls of our community. It was a challenging project: small job site, existing mature landscape to maintain/protect, and utilities to avoid. They did an excellent job and were a pleasure to work with, from Craig and Debbie Danto, to Preconstruction head Mason and our project manager, Manny. Thank you all!
Bruce Retzsch
Lands End HOA
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Frequently Asked.
Answers to the questions we hear most from owners, developers, and tenants before they start a project.
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State of Florida Certified General Contractor | License: CGC1525537
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General Liability & Workers' Compensation
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Performance & Payment Bonds available
Certified
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