Even as construction proceeds on the luxurious revamp of Surfside’s famed Surf Club, a couple who were members of the namesake institution is suing the builder.

Gary and Barbara Siegler claim that in retaliation for being a thorn in the developer’s side they were cut out of a redevelopment deal to add 152 luxury condominium units, an 80-room Four Seasons hotel, two restaurants and wellness facilities at the 85-year-old clubhouse site.