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About Us

Rooted in First Principles, Built for Generations

Driftline Development was founded by David Burch and Michael Rielly in 2025 to raise the standard of residential design along Northeast Florida’s coast.
Drawing from our background in commercial real estate and guided by first-principles thinking — the kind Feynman championed — we strip away assumptions, focus on what matters, and build from the ground up. The result: homes with integrity, purpose, and staying power.

Rooted in First Principles, Built for Generations

Driftline Development was founded by David Burch and Michael Rielly in 2025 to raise the standard of residential design along Northeast Florida’s coast.
Drawing from our background in commercial real estate and guided by first-principles thinking — the kind Feynman championed — we strip away assumptions, focus on what matters, and build from the ground up. The result: homes with integrity, purpose, and staying power.

Rooted in First Principles, Built for Generations

Driftline Development was founded by David Burch and Michael Rielly in 2025 to raise the standard of residential design along Northeast Florida’s coast.
Drawing from our background in commercial real estate and guided by first-principles thinking — the kind Feynman championed — we strip away assumptions, focus on what matters, and build from the ground up. The result: homes with integrity, purpose, and staying power.

Rooted in First Principles, Built for Generations

Driftline Development was founded by David Burch and Michael Rielly in 2025 to raise the standard of residential design along Northeast Florida’s coast.
Drawing from our background in commercial real estate and guided by first-principles thinking — the kind Feynman championed — we strip away assumptions, focus on what matters, and build from the ground up. The result: homes with integrity, purpose, and staying power.

Our Story

Driftline began with a simple idea: that homes could be designed with more intention — not louder, not bigger, just better. We saw an opportunity to create residences that feel enduring from the start, rooted in a sense of place and elevated by craft. Our work draws from the timeless language of coastal architecture, but it’s shaped by what matters most today: thoughtful scale, natural light, material honesty, and a deep respect for how people actually live.

Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel Beach
Hotel Beach
Hotel Beach
Hotel Beach

Our Vision

We believe that homes should outlast trends, inspire calm, and quietly elevate daily life. Our vision is to create a portfolio of enduring coastal residences that reflect the character of their setting while pushing forward the standard of design in Northeast Florida. Through discipline, clarity, and a reverence for good materials, we aim to leave behind a built legacy that feels inevitable — not indulgent.

Where We Invest

Venice Beach
Venice Beach
Venice Beach

Ponte Vedra Beach

Defined by natural beauty, architectural polish, and enduring value, Ponte Vedra Beach draws those who appreciate privacy, space, and timeless design.

Venice Beach
Venice Beach
Venice Beach

Jacksonville Beach

Dynamic and evolving, Jax Beach offers larger lot sizes, height allowances, and untapped opportunity for thoughtful infill projects

Third Street Promenade
Third Street Promenade
Third Street Promenade

Atlantic Beach

A leafy, low-key coastal enclave where architectural character meets walkable charm — ideal for timeless homes with quiet sophistication.

Monica Restaurant
Monica Restaurant
Monica Restaurant

Neptune Beach

Casual, compact, and steps from the surf, Neptune blends relaxed beach living with rare development potential in a tight-knit community.