About Urban Infill Corporation
At Urban, we believe building or remodeling a home should feel less like a headache and more like a collaboration. Based in Pensacola, Florida, we’re a construction company rooted in real conversations, smart planning, and rock-solid execution.
From custom home builds and full remodels to piling homes, ICF construction, termite restoration, and commercial renovations, we’re proud to be the crew homeowners and businesses trust to get the job done right.
Meet the Founder
Urban was founded by Robert “Chris” Vail, a Professional Engineer and Certified Building Contractor with deep roots in the construction world.
Chris got his start renovating historic homes, where patience, precision, and planning are essential. That early experience led him to custom home construction, where he saw an opportunity to bring something different to the table: an engineer’s mindset paired with a contractor’s hands-on know-how.
With Chris at the helm, every Urban project benefits from thoughtful planning, technical expertise, and the kind of organization that keeps jobs running smoothly.
Who We Are Today
What started as a small custom home company has grown into a full-service design-build firm serving homeowners across Northwest Florida. We’ve built homes on pilings with sweeping Gulf views, restored properties damaged by termites, remodeled aging floor plans into fresh, modern layouts, and managed commercial renovations that breathe new life into local businesses.
We specialize in high-performance materials and smart construction practices suited for Florida’s unique climate, from flood zones to hurricane season. Our team works with a wide range of budgets and styles, but one thing stays the same: a commitment to craftsmanship, clear communication, and getting the details right.
Whether you’re dreaming up a custom build or planning a complete renovation, we’d love to help bring it to life.
our Design-Build Process
1. Plan with Confidence
Whether you bring your own plans or start from scratch, we’ll help you take the right first steps.
We can assist with surveying, wetland studies, zoning reviews, utility availability, and geotechnical investigations—everything you need to make smart choices before building.
If you already have a lot or a full set of plans, we’ll jump straight into estimating and feasibility.
2. Design and Prepare
We partner with trusted architects and designers to shape your home with intention.
While you fine-tune finishes and layouts, we handle permits, materials, and scheduling, so you’re set up for a smooth build before construction begins.
We'll guide the design toward a budget that works, provide real-time cost updates as plans develop, and create a detailed construction schedule and timeline.
3. Build with Clarity
This is where it all comes together. With our team managing the day-to-day and CoConstruct keeping you in the loop, you’ll always know what’s happening on your jobsite.
You’ll get daily work logs, progress photos, and access to important files—all in one place.
Whether you’re local or out of town, you can follow along with confidence while we handle the heavy lifting.
Jennifer K.
When we were ready to build our second home in Florida, we contacted Chris and Urban Infill. We had met with multiple companies but Chris seemed to best understand what we wanted for our home, so we chose Urban Infill.
Chris spent significant time speaking with us to understand our needs and help prepare us for the journey ahead. He provided excellent design suggestions and was patient with us while helping to select the best materials to achieve the outcome we desired. The team at Urban Infill was very friendly and exceeded our expectations throughout the process. Who knew building a home could be stress-free? Our new home was completed on time and is absolutely beautiful thanks to Chris and Urban Infill!
Misty W.
I first met Chris of Urban Infill at a charity event in 2016 when I was contemplating building a home from scratch. Meeting Chris turned out to be a huge blessing. I had a very specific idea of what I wanted and Chris helped me improve upon it. He gave me some amazing ideas that I hadn't considered, and suggested some changes to my original idea that ended up being 1000% better. His extensive knowledge and professionalism made it easy to choose his company to do the job. I would say that I would use Urban Infill again, except that I won’t need to!
John E.
Chris Vail is unlike many contractors that I've ever worked with, and as a real estate professional that has worked with him on a number of projects, his approach is refreshing and appreciated. He is attentive and conscientious of his clients' wants and needs, and will go to great lengths to accommodate them. He is communicative, and has implemented software tools to bring more transparency into the building process - simplifying the selection process for a custom build and allowing clients to see the progress even if they're living afar. I am proud of every Urban Infill project I've been involved in!
Jennifer K.
When we were ready to build our second home in Florida, we contacted Chris and Urban Infill. We had met with multiple companies but Chris seemed to best understand what we wanted for our home, so we chose Urban Infill.
Chris spent significant time speaking with us to understand our needs and help prepare us for the journey ahead. He provided excellent design suggestions and was patient with us while helping to select the best materials to achieve the outcome we desired. The team at Urban Infill was very friendly and exceeded our expectations throughout the process. Who knew building a home could be stress-free? Our new home was completed on time and is absolutely beautiful thanks to Chris and Urban Infill!
Misty W.
I first met Chris of Urban Infill at a charity event in 2016 when I was contemplating building a home from scratch. Meeting Chris turned out to be a huge blessing. I had a very specific idea of what I wanted and Chris helped me improve upon it. He gave me some amazing ideas that I hadn't considered, and suggested some changes to my original idea that ended up being 1000% better. His extensive knowledge and professionalism made it easy to choose his company to do the job. I would say that I would use Urban Infill again, except that I won’t need to!
John E.
Chris Vail is unlike many contractors that I've ever worked with, and as a real estate professional that has worked with him on a number of projects, his approach is refreshing and appreciated. He is attentive and conscientious of his clients' wants and needs, and will go to great lengths to accommodate them. He is communicative, and has implemented software tools to bring more transparency into the building process - simplifying the selection process for a custom build and allowing clients to see the progress even if they're living afar. I am proud of every Urban Infill project I've been involved in!
Jennifer K.
When we were ready to build our second home in Florida, we contacted Chris and Urban Infill. We had met with multiple companies but Chris seemed to best understand what we wanted for our home, so we chose Urban Infill.
Chris spent significant time speaking with us to understand our needs and help prepare us for the journey ahead. He provided excellent design suggestions and was patient with us while helping to select the best materials to achieve the outcome we desired. The team at Urban Infill was very friendly and exceeded our expectations throughout the process. Who knew building a home could be stress-free? Our new home was completed on time and is absolutely beautiful thanks to Chris and Urban Infill!
Where We Work
Urban is proud to serve Pensacola and the surrounding areas. If you live in or around Pensacola, we'd be happy to talk about your custom home or home renovation project!
- Pensacola
- Chandelle
- Gulf Breeze
- Woodlawn Beach
- Tiger Point
- Navarre
- Pace
- Perdido Key
- Pensacola Beach
- Milton
