Evolution ICF Group Ltd.

Build Your Home
in Jamaica — With a
Trusted Delivery System

Evolution ICF Group Ltd. (EICF) is a Jamaican climate-resilient housing and construction company integrating modern design, E-Z Block building technology, and structured project delivery to simplify the process of building in Jamaica.

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Who We Are

Jamaica's Housing
Delivery Platform

Evolution ICF Group Ltd. is the housing delivery and construction arm within the Evolution Resilience Group (ERG) ecosystem. We specialize in:

Climate-resilient residential construction
Build-On-Own-Land (BOL) housing solutions
Diaspora housing delivery systems
Project coordination and turnkey execution
E-Z Block climate-resilient construction systems

Our mission is to help solve Jamaica's housing challenges through innovation, workforce development, scalable delivery systems, and modern Caribbean housing solutions.

Modern Caribbean home Interior bedroom
A Simpler Way to Build in Jamaica

For many Jamaicans locally and abroad,
building a home can feel fragmented and stressful.

EICF was created to simplify that process. Through our structured housing delivery model, we coordinate every step of your build.

1
Design
Modern Caribbean architecture tailored to your land
2
Construction
E-Z Block climate-resilient building system
3
Project Oversight
Dedicated construction management throughout
4
Build Scheduling
Structured timelines and milestone tracking
5
Delivery
Keys in hand. Turnkey. Done for you.
Building From Abroad

Building From Overseas
Doesn't Have To Be Stressful

We understand the fears. Unreliable contractors. Funds that disappear. Poor communication. Projects that stall. EICF was built specifically to remove every one of those obstacles for Jamaicans abroad.

"For many Jamaicans abroad, building back home feels complicated. We're creating a simpler path."

1
Financing Coordination
We handle NHT drawdown paperwork and coordinate with Jamaican financial institutions on your behalf.
2
Design Selection & Approvals
Site-specific building plans prepared and submitted for municipal approval — after receipt of Surveyor's ID Report.
3
Construction Updates
Dedicated project management with milestone reporting — you stay informed from wherever you are in the world.
4
Structured Payment Stages
Payments tied to verified construction milestones — so your investment is always protected and accountable.
5
Turnkey Delivery
Your home is completed and handed over. Keys in hand — from Canada, the UK, or anywhere in the world.
Why Buyers Trust EICF
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Jamaican-manufactured E-Z Block — Bureau of Standards approved
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Certified installer training partnership with UTech Jamaica
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Full BOQ and Scope of Work provided before construction begins
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Dedicated local project management — on the ground in Jamaica
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NHT drawdown support — we complete and submit the paperwork
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2.5–3% contingency built into every contract
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Featured in Business View Caribbean — March 2025
"Climate-resilient turnkey housing delivered through a structured system in Jamaica."
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BUILT IN JAMAICA
Local manufacturing · Local workforce · Regional capability
Simple. Structured. Transparent.

How It Works

1
Register Interest
Tell us about your land and goals
2
Consultation & Financing
NHT or bank financing review
3
Design & Planning
Site-specific plans, permits, BOQ
4
Build & Delivery
Keys in hand — turnkey
Featured Series

Island Series — 876 Edition

Modern Caribbean homes designed for Jamaican lifestyles and diaspora families. Built using climate-resilient E-Z Block technology.

2-Bedroom Unit
The Islander
Approx. 896 sq ft  ·  2 Bedrooms  ·  2 Bathrooms  ·  Carport
C$107,000
Starting from J$12.63M
3-Bedroom Unit
The Sovereign
Approx. 1,088 sq ft  ·  3 Bedrooms  ·  2 Bathrooms  ·  Master En-suite
C$135,125
Starting from J$15.94M
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Modern Architecture
Contemporary Caribbean design by Form Architects
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Energy Efficient
Superior ICF wall insulation, lower energy costs
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Faster Build
Streamlined timelines vs conventional construction
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Cooler Interiors
Natural thermal regulation year-round
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Durable Construction
Reinforced build engineered for Caribbean conditions
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*All prices are indicative and subject to change based on market conditions, material cost fluctuations, site-specific conditions, and foreign exchange rate movements at the time of contract.

The E-Z Block — 4ft x 12in x 10in
Climate-Resilient Construction

Built with E-Z Block
Technology

EICF integrates the E-Z Block system — an innovative Jamaican-manufactured building technology designed to support stronger, cooler, quieter, and more resilient construction. The E-Z Block system combines reinforced concrete and steel construction with modern modular efficiencies to improve construction speed and long-term durability.

Stronger
Reinforced concrete and steel construction exceeding Caribbean building standards
Cooler
Superior thermal insulation keeps interiors naturally cooler year-round
Quieter
Solid ICF walls deliver exceptional sound dampening throughout
Faster
Modular efficiencies reduce construction timelines vs conventional build
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Each E-Z Block weighs approximately 40 lbs — a substantial, reinforced unit that stacks, interlocks, and fills with concrete and steel rebar to form walls of exceptional strength and durability.

E-Z Block — held by hand, showing scale
E-Z Block — On Site
E-Z Block construction crew training
Construction Training — Jamaica
E-Z Block at the manufacturing facility
Manufacturing — Made in Jamaica
Diaspora Programme

Build-On-Own-Land —
From Anywhere

Our Diaspora Build-On-Own-Land (DBOL) initiative was created to help Jamaicans abroad build modern homes back home through a more coordinated process. The goal is simple: help Jamaicans abroad build back home with greater confidence.

01
Mortgage Support Partners
NHT and Jamaican financial institution financing coordination
02
Structured Project Coordination
Dedicated oversight so you can manage your build from abroad
03
Standardized Home Models
Ready-to-build designs with transparent pricing and timelines
04
Climate-Resilient Construction
E-Z Block technology built to last for generations
Register for Diaspora Info Session
Island Series aerial view
A Better Way To Build

The EICF Build Experience

Most Jamaican construction experiences are fragmented, poorly communicated, and emotionally exhausting. We built a different kind of delivery system — one defined by structure, visibility, and accountability at every stage.

1
Consultation
Land review, goals, unit selection
2
Financing & Land Review
NHT or bank financing coordination
3
Design & Planning
BOQ, Scope of Work, site-specific plans
4
Approvals
Municipal submission and permit coordination
5
Construction
E-Z Block build with dedicated site management
6
Progress Updates
Milestone reporting so you stay informed
7
Completion & Handover
Keys in hand — from anywhere in the world
Confidence

You know what is being built, when, and for how much — before a single block is laid.

Visibility

Milestone updates keep you connected to your project — even from thousands of miles away.

Predictability

Structured payment stages tied to verified milestones — your investment is always protected.

Accountability

Dedicated local management on the ground — accountable to you at every stage of the build.

Our real competitive advantage is not just the homes we build.
It is the disciplined system we use to deliver them.

As Featured In
Featured In
Business View
Caribbean
Volume 12, Issue 03 · March 2025
Read the Feature →
"When Dale Merrill and Jerrold Johnson founded E-Z Block Manufacturing Jamaica Ltd. they weren't just launching another typical manufacturing or construction company — they were introducing a revolutionary building solution designed to transform housing across the Caribbean."
Bureau of Standards
Approved by Jamaica's Bureau of Standards for both commercial and residential construction
Made in Jamaica
Factory relocated from Canada to Jamaica in 2021 — tropical climate ideal for production
ICF 3.0 Technology
Lightweight aerated concrete — not styrofoam — resistant to mold, termites, and fire
Affordable Housing
Positioned squarely in Jamaica's affordable housing sector — addressing a critical national need
"Cooler, quieter, faster, stronger — the key things for Jamaica are climate resilience to hurricanes and earthquakes, and environmental resistance to mold and termites." — Dale Merrill, Co-founder
Completed Projects

Built. Occupied. Proven.

The E-Z Block system isn't a concept — it has been built, delivered, and is in active use. The WAFIF Global Thinkers Academy in Spanish Town, Jamaica, is a completed two-storey E-Z Block structure built from the ground up. Children learn in it every day.

WAFIF Global Thinkers Academy — completed E-Z Block building
Completed Project — Spanish Town, Jamaica
WAFIF Global Thinkers Academy
Two-storey educational facility · Built with E-Z Block · Learn. Lead. Innovate. Inspire.
Foundation poured
Stage 1
Foundation
E-Z Block delivery
Stage 2
Block Delivery
Walls going up
Stage 3
Walls Rising
Completed building
Stage 4
Completed
Classroom interior
Classroom Interior
Students in classroom
In Active Use
Learning environment
Modern Learning Space
2
Storeys Built
100%
E-Z Block Construction
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Occupied & In Active Use
Project 2

WAFIF Church — Foyer Addition

A commercial-scale addition to WAFIF Church in Spanish Town, St. Catherine — demonstrating the E-Z Block system's versatility across building types. From foundation to finished foyer, built with the same system used in our residential Island Series homes.

WAFIF Church Foyer Addition — completed
Completed — Spanish Town, St. Catherine
WAFIF Church — Foyer Addition
Commercial E-Z Block construction · Modern institutional build · Finished and in use
Construction underway
Under Construction
Entry completed
Completed Entry
Exterior detail
Exterior Detail
Foyer interior
Foyer Interior — In Use
Interior space quality
Interior Finish Quality
Project 3

Tiamo Apartments — Runaway Bay, St. Ann

A residential multi-unit development in Runaway Bay, St. Ann — E-Z Block construction applied to private housing. Two-storey units with tiled roofs, palm-lined landscaping, and modern finishes. This is what the system delivers for homeowners and investors.

Tiamo Apartments — Runaway Bay
Completed — Runaway Bay, St. Ann, Jamaica
Tiamo Apartments
Residential multi-unit development · Two-storey E-Z Block construction · Completed & occupied
Foundation and early walls
Early Construction
Framing stage
Framing & Roof Structure
Completed unit
Completed Unit
The same system. Your home.

The E-Z Block system that built these schools and commercial spaces is the exact same system used in every Island Series home. Proven across building types. Ready for yours.

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Our Vision

"We believe Jamaica deserves scalable, climate-resilient housing systems capable of supporting communities, workforce development, and long-term national growth."

EICF is building toward a future where modern, resilient, and attainable housing becomes more accessible to Jamaican families locally and abroad.

Let's Start the Conversation

Whether you're ready to build
now or simply exploring

We'd love to hear from you. Reach out through any of the channels below and a member of our team will be in touch.

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buildez@evolutionicf.com
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WhatsApp: +1 (876) 564-2782
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buildezja.com/island876
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@evolutionicf
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island home journey?

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