Bonita Bay Group remains privately held by the same family who started it all
25 years ago.
We’re proud of our long-standing tradition of exceeding expectations in Southwest Florida and we invite you to experience it for yourself.
When our founder, David Shakarian, first envisioned Bonita Bay more than 20 years ago, he was way ahead of his time. He saw the potential then for something that had not been done before: a community where people would live in harmony with nature.
During the past two decades we have not only remained true to David Shakarian's vision, we have exceeded it. Throughout our communities wetlands are preserved, natural flow ways are restored and water-conservation efforts are practiced to ensure the protection of this precious resource. Today, the principles of sustainable development are the cornerstone of our mission. We are committed to development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Our team shares the vision of creating master-planned communities and amenities that set new standards in site planning, land use, environmental preservation, water management, and social infrastructure. For this we've been honored with many awards, including the national Award of Excellence from the Urban Land Institute, the Golf Digest Environmental Leader in Golf Award and Outstanding Performance recognition from the Council for Sustainable Florida.
Bonita Bay Group has grown dramatically over the years. What was once a single-community development company, now employs more than 750 people and operates divisions that include master-planned communities, a title company, a utility company and several operating businesses that support the company's core business interests.
David Shakarian passed away in 1984, but under the leadership of Chairman of the Board David Lucas, his vision for Bonita Bay Group continues. Today, the values that have made Bonita Bay Group strong, with an unwavering commitment to quality and integrity, are still in place and are reflected in the beautiful communities and amenities we develop.