Robert Linekin, a freelance developer in Naples, Florida, and Long Island, New York, specializes in crafting custom homes and developing commercial and industrial warehouse spaces. His recent achievements include the completion of a 66,000-square-foot climate-controlled flex industrial warehouse in Naples, a 60,000-square-foot facility at Innovation at ITEC K, and an 80,000-square-foot micro-flex industrial warehouse in Fort Myers, Florida. This spring, he wrapped up a 46,000-square-foot facility, also in Fort Myers. Through Sound Point Funding, he offers in-house financing, facilitating ownership over renting, a valuable service that underscores his commitment to client needs. His firm, Linekin Development, is set to introduce an impressive 1,000,000 sq ft of industrial flex space to the Southwest Florida region.
Linekin's ongoing projects include the Beck Boulevard Flex Industrial and Innovation at ITEC 3 Flex Industrial in Naples, slated for completion in fall 2025. These projects will provide a combined 220,000 square feet of air-conditioned space with 30-foot ceilings. He is also developing a 43,000 sq ft facility for Auto/Motorcoach storage, featuring temperature control, mezzanines, and top-tier finishes. His role in these projects encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, from conducting needs assessments and site selection to overseeing budget and planning, ensuring compliance with zoning, and obtaining necessary permits.
During the design and development phases, he collaborates closely with architects and engineers to ensure each warehouse is optimized for storage capacity and operational efficiency. He integrates features such as high ceilings, mezzanine floors, and loading docks tailored to various industrial needs, and incorporates sustainable practices like LED lighting and efficient HVAC systems to minimize environmental impact and operational costs.
In residential Development, Linekin excels in creating bespoke homes that realize homeowners' dreams. He has designed and constructed custom residences in prestigious areas such as Cold Spring Harbor and has expertly renovated historical properties like a 200-year-old barn in Lloyd Harbor. His approach is intensely client-focused, integrating eco-friendly materials and advanced features such as intelligent lighting, primary suite designs, personalized built-ins, wine cellars, and heated floors to craft homes that are distinctively tailored to their owners' lifestyles.
Linekin's attention to detail extends to the interiors, where he selects finishes that set the tone for the home, such as rustic white 10" plank quarter-sawn oak flooring that offers a timeless appeal. He also designs serene and functional outdoor living spaces that reflect indoor aesthetics, enhancing the overall harmony and utility of the homes.
Educated in Physics and Math at the State University of New York at Oneonta, he brings a strong analytical foundation to his work. His schooling at St. Francis Preparatory and St. Andrew Avellino Catholic Academy instilled in him a commitment to excellence and community values that he carries into every project.
