The DSI Group completed Jacksonville Cold, a 265,264-square-foot cold storage facility located at 10105 Pritchard Road in Jacksonville, Florida. Built for national cold storage developer Karis Cold, the project marks a major milestone for DSI Group as it continues to expand its presence across Florida and the Southeastern United States.

Delivered through a design-build approach, Jacksonville Cold addresses the critical need for modern temperature-controlled space in one of the country's fastest-growing industrial markets. The facility includes flexible footprints, a fully convertible freezer/cooler system (ranging from -10 degrees Fahrenheit to 55 degrees Fahrenheit), and over 40,000 pallet positions—designed to accommodate a range of food users and third-party logistics providers.

“This is a defining project for our team,” said Adam Schaibley, director of operations at DSI South. “Jacksonville Cold demonstrates our ability to deliver technically demanding cold storage facilities. Compared to ambient warehouse builds, this project required a much higher level of coordination and detail—especially around the thermal envelope, concrete placement and equipment integration. That added effort was critical to delivering the quality and performance our client expected.”

The facility is strategically located with direct access to Norfolk Southern rail, JAXPORT, Jacksonville International Airport, and Interstate 295, making it ideally suited for both regional and national food distribution operations. Designed with future flexibility in mind, the building offers accelerated readiness for cold storage tenants looking to enter or expand within the Jacksonville market.

Key features:

• 265,264-square-feet (divisible to 130,000-square-feet). 
• 20-acre site with 40,536 pallet positions and a convertible freezer/cooler design.
• 50-foot clear height, 38 dock doors.
• 140 vehicle and 56 trailer parking spaces.
• Direct access to rail, port, and interstate infrastructure.

 “This project is a reflection of the technical capability and commitment to quality that defines DSI Group,” said Jacob Karamol, owner and managing principal. “We opened our DSI South office in early 2023, with the goal of bringing our construction expertise to the Southeastern market—and Jacksonville Cold is a perfect example of what our team can deliver. From complex slab coordination and thermal envelope detailing to accelerated scheduling and subcontractor alignment, every piece of this build demanded precision. We’re proud to have completed such a high-performance facility for Karis Cold and to contribute meaningfully to the region’s cold storage infrastructure.”

About The DSI Group | DSI South
DSI Group is a full-service construction firm specializing in design-build, interior build-outs, and ground- up commercial projects. Since 1992, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality results through collaboration, transparency, and client-focused service. With offices in Chicago and Oak Brook, Illinois and Odessa, Florida, our 70+ professionals serve clients across the Midwest and Southeast. Our integrated approach combines construction, development, and architectural insight to ensure seamless execution and lasting value. At DSI, we approach every project from the client’s perspective, committed to exceeding expectations and building long-term relationships.
 

About Karis – Industrial | Cold
Karis Cold is a private equity-backed real estate investment and development firm specializing in high- growth industrial verticals, with a primary focus on cold storage, temperature-controlled logistics, and mission-critical infrastructure. We deliver institutional-grade facilities that are purpose-built to support the evolving needs of the food, agriculture, logistics, and data infrastructure sectors. Our model integrates deep expertise in real estate, construction, and supply chain strategy to identify high-demand markets, execute efficiently, and unlock long-term value. Through flexible development and acquisition strategies, Karis delivers tailored, build-to-suit solutions that enable tenants to scale with confidence while driving attractive, risk-adjusted returns for investors. Headquartered in Naples, Florida, with offices in suburban Chicago, and Denver, Karis Cold is strategically positioned to support the growth of essential industries across the U.S.