A new image of 501 First Residences has revealed the completion of the foundation pour. Usually, vertical construction starts after the foundation has been laid.
This new 40-story tower with 448, will be developed by Aria Development Group and designed by Revuelta Architecture International, who also designed Wind and 900 Biscayne. 501 First Residences will be located at 501 Northeast 1st Avenue with views of downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay.
According to the Aria Development group, this particular development will be built to cater to the short-term rental market. The biggest perk is that there will be no rental restrictions. This means the resident can utilize any consumer platform (Vrbo, Expedia, Airbnb, etc.) to rent and each unit can be rented for 1 day or more.
The renderings reveal floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive balconies. The sleek structure is curved creating a horizontal and vertical grid-like design. The exact height of the development hasn’t been released but we can expect the 40-story high structure to be over 450 feet in height.
To provide shade and a usable pedestrian space, the ground floor is being planned with broad pathways and vegetation.
On the property, demolition has already finished.
Although 501 First Residences is sold out, if you or someone you know has an interest in purchasing in downtown Miami, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
Former NFL Player Proposes 15-Tower Mixed-Use Project in North Miami Beach
A company headed by former NFL player and Pro Bowler Elvis Dumervil, now a real estate developer, plans to transform a dilapidated apartment building in North Miami Beach into a 15-story mixed-use development.
The city’s Planning and Zoning Board will discuss proposals for Prestige Boardwalk on the 2.28-acre site at 16651 N.E. 18th Ave. in a town meeting today. The existing 94 flats on the property were constructed between 1957 and 1961.
In 2018, Prestige Boardwalk LLC, run by Dumervil of Prestige Estates in North Miami, paid $9.5 million for the property.
The current apartment building would be replaced with two buildings housing 409 units, 11,151 square feet of retail space, and a 642-space parking garage with 126 spots designated for electric vehicle charging. Additionally, there would be pedestrian bridges connecting the two buildings on the second and eighth levels, as well as a pool/amenity deck on the eighth floor. A boardwalk would run beside the Snake Creek Canal.
Between 578 to 1,316 square feet would be available in each unit. There would be 57 three-bedroom units, 34 studio apartments, 167 one-bedroom apartments, and 151 two-bedroom flats.
The Miami-based Zyscovich Architects firm created Prestige Boardwalk.
Dumervil founded Prestige Estates following a successful NFL career. He was a linebacker who participated in five Pro Bowls while playing for the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, and Denver Broncos. The North Miami neighborhood where Dumervil grew up has seen hundreds of flats purchased by Prestige Estates.
10-Story Boutique Hotel in Miami Beach Launches Sales
Constellation Group, The Boschetti Group, and Vietmar; three Miami-based real estate development companies, have formally begun taking reservations for the 10-story boutique condominium Ella Miami Beach, located at 6940 Abbott Avenue in the center of Miami Beach.
The 95 units will include studios to two-bedroom floor plans and will range from 434 to 1,076 square feet in size. Prices will start in the upper $400,000s, which is an appealing entry price for a new-build property in Miami Beach, where new construction pricing generally begins at about $1 million.
Offering the best luxuries of Miami Beach living, Ella Miami Beach is replete with a sophisticated design and indulging amenities, and is situated within walking distance to the beach, popular restaurants, boutique shops, and a myriad of entertainment venues.
The award-winning international architectural firm Arquitectonica is creating the Ella Miami Beach, a building with sweeping rooftop views that stretch from the city on one side to the ocean on the other, with inspiration from Miami Beach’s Art Deco era.
Each unit has spacious terraces and is designed for seamless indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, with select residences giving breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Miami skyline. Each property will be delivered with roughly 9-foot-high ceilings throughout, modern ItalKraft kitchens with stone worktops and JennAir equipment, as well as designer closets with European influences. These features highlight the project’s flair and sophistication. Exclusive bespoke Interiors by Steven G packages are available to buy for a totally turn-key living experience.
A suite of amenities, such as a rooftop pool and fitness center with limitless views of Biscayne Bay and Miami, a paddle/pickleball court overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, a residents’ lounge, a summer kitchen with an outdoor dining area, and an observation deck and lounge, are among the many distinctive features that enhance the experience of being an owner at Ella Miami Beach. A cold plunge, sauna, and an outdoor yoga and meditation terrace are among its wellness features. Other amenities include coworking space, free beach chairs, bike and beach equipment storage, and more.
Ella Miami Beach’s Sales Gallery is located at 6897 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. The new building is anticipated to begin construction in the first quarter of 2024 and be finished in 2026.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Ella Miami Beach, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
Federal Aviation Administration Approves Brickell Key Project
According to developer Swire Properties, the Federal Aviation Administration has approved two towers on Brickell Key, One Island Drive. Tower 1 will rise 1,044 feet tall while Tower 2 will rise 691 feet.
One Island Drive will be a tranquil haven with two magnificent buildings, situated at the southernmost tip of Brickell Key, the private island community that Swire Properties has been building for more than 40 years. The luxurious collection of 220 two- to four-bedroom private homes with expansive floorplans of up to 4,700 square feet and two prestigious duplex penthouses at the top of the building, each spanning over 6,000 square feet, will be found in the first tower, known as “The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami,” which rises to a height of over 800 feet. The second tower will rise 400 feet tall and will feature 151 rooms with the famous North American Mandarin Oriental Hotel in addition to 61 private Residences and 28 hotel Residences.
Residence Features
Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay
Resort-style podium
100,000 square feet of amenities
Multi-tiered landscaped infinity pools
Private cabanas
Work lounges
Private dining room
Chef kitchens
Top-notch restaurants
Signature spa
Cutting-edge health and wealth facilities
An award-winning international design team, each at the top of their respective industries, will work together to create One Island Drive, a landmark of understated elegance on the waterfront. The bold exterior design by Kohn Pederson Fox Associates (KPF) will redefine the skyline; the interiors of The Residences by Parisian designer Tristan Auer; the interiors of the hotel by AD 100 and Elle Décor A-List Parisian designer Laura Gonzalez; and the landscape architecture by renowned Thai firm Shma. For Auer, Gonzalez, and Shma, this is their first commission for new development in the country.
One Island Drive will be the first residential building to be constructed on Brickell Key in the last 15 years. Pricing will begin at $3,500,000 when sales begin in the latter half of 2023.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at One Island Drive, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
St. Regis Residences Miami Construction Update
Related Group and Integra Investments have just submitted an application for a total demolition permit at the location of the St. Regis Residences Miami located in Brickell and as well as new designs for the elevation of the tower.
According to the filing, a total of 211,121 square feet will be completely destroyed at an estimated cost of $1,127,000.
The demolition contractor is named The BG Group LLC. According to county records, a 17-story structure constructed in 1966 now stands on the location. The Urban Development Review Board is expected to meet next week to discuss the changes on June 21, 2023.
St. Regis Residences Miami is planned to rise 48 stories or 639 feet and will include 391 parking spaces as well as 152 residential units.
Robert A.M. Stern Architects is creating the project with a nautical concept. CFE is the architect of the records.
The Residences
Private elevator and entry foyer to each residence
Double-door entry in select residences
11-foot ceilings with integrated linear diffusers in living areas
Custom European marble flooring throughout
European solid wood doorways
All homes feature a powder room and laundry room
Integrated smart home technology
Kitchens
Gourmet kitchen with custom Italian cabinetry designed by Rockwell Group
Marble countertops and backsplashes
Fully integrated Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance packages, including:
Paneled refrigerator
Paneled freezer
Full-height wine refrigerator
Convection oven
Steam oven
Microwave
Dornbracht fixtures
Primary Suites and Bathrooms
Oversized walk-in closets
Midnight Bar and Butler’s Pantry
Split marble top vanities with Dornbracht fixtures
Oversized marble showers and free-standing bathtubs
Private water closets with Toto toilets
St Regis Residences Miami Amenities
40,000 square feet of amenity space
On-premises ground floor, fine dining restaurant
Exclusive beach club access
Park-like grounds and lush terraces
State-of-the-art media room
Business center with coffee bar and conference rooms
Children’s entertainment room
Teen video game lounge
Programmable golf simulator
Salon equipped for all beauty services
Pet spa, grooming, and dog walking services
Private, secure climate-controlled storage
Private marina
Fully equipped fitness center
Relaxation and juice bar
Indoor lap pool and cold plunge pool
Pilates and yoga studio
Salt spa room
Dual saunas and steam rooms
State-of-the-art treatment room
Bayfront infinity pool and whirlpool with private cabanas
Poolside bar and cafe
Bayfront garden with seating area
St. Regis Butler service and in-room dining
St. Regis housekeeping services
St. Regis global membership privileges
31st Floor Sky Lounge
Double-height bar and lounge with water views
Signature St. Regis Cognac Room
Traditional St. Regis Tea Room
Billiards room
Catering Kitchen
Technologies
Keyless residential entry
Smart home climate and lighting control systems
State-of-the-art fiber optic WI-FI service throughout residences and amenities
Easy to use St. Regis residents-only app
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at the St. Regis Residences Miami, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Witkoff Proposed 3 Tower Development at Former Miami Arena Site
Three tower development has just been proposed to the Miami Urban Development Review Board at the site of the former Miami Arena.
In May 2023, developer Witkoff signed the utilities deal for the site located at 700 N. Miami Avenue at Miami Worldcenter.
The original design for the tower showed the tallest out of the three buildings to reach 57 stories tall. This revised proposal states that the three towers will rise 577 feet, 589 feet, and 615 feet with the tallest of the towers to reach 54 stories. The ground floor supermarket was in the original plans for the development but according to the proposal, it is no longer included.
The 700 N. Miami site proposal also includes 30,535 square feet of commercial space, 2,078 parking spaces on levels 2 through 9, and 2,346 residential units. Amenities for the development will include an amenity deck, indoor lounges, rooftop amenities for each tower, and pools for each tower.
Kobi Karp is listed as the architect for the project. The Urban Development Review Board is scheduled for June 21, 2023.
Civica Center Phase II Receives FAA Approval
Civica Center Phase II, a 27-story residential skyscraper planned for construction at 1050 Northwest 14th Street in Miami’s Allapattah district, has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval. The project is being developed by Boston-based The Congress Group and Taurus Investment Holdings, LLC. Kimley-Horn is the civil engineer and landscape architect for the 301-foot-tall building that was created by CUBE3 Architects.
The structure will be able to rise 310 feet above mean sea level or 301 feet above ground level thanks to the building permissions that were acquired. The FAA claims that, under certain circumstances, the planned structure won’t violate obstruction rules and won’t be dangerous for air navigation.
The Civica Center Phase II designs, which were initially intended to be a 22-story office tower, underwent significant revisions after being submitted to Miami’s Urban Development Review Board in December 2022. The original plan was for an office tower with a generous 731,472 square feet of space to be built in place of an existing surface-level parking lot behind the first phase. But the developers adjusted their strategy in reaction to market developments and Miami’s rising demand for residential real estate.
According to the updated Civica Center Phase II plans, there will be 342 residential units, with floor designs ranging from small studio apartments to roomy two-bedroom homes with 552 to 1,240 square feet. Additionally, the construction will include seven parking levels with room for up to 584 vehicles. The design of the 27-story tower features a tasteful blending of white stucco, glass, and architectural components embellished with striking gold alucobond panels. The location of the site is convenient; it is bounded to the north by Northwest 14th Street, to the south by State Road 836, to the east by Northwest 10th Avenue, and to the west by Northwest Highland Road.
Developers for Cove Edgewater Launch Sales
Sales have officially started at the 40-story Cove Miami Tower in Edgewater. According to the developers, it will be a boutique premium condo development with sweeping views of Miami’s whole city as well as Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
There will be 116 residential units at Cove Miami, with 2 to 4 bedrooms. From $1.3 million to above $3.5 million will be the price range.
The UDRB received the plans in October 2022. Plans at the time indicated that the tower would have a top height of 465 feet and include a new baywalk section.
The architecture was created in collaboration with Kobi Karp and Dieguez Fridman, whilst Dieguez Fridman was the only designer of the interiors. The project is being developed in collaboration with Hazelton Capital Group and New York’s SB Development.
Building Features
Three levels of amenities + rooftop overlooking Biscayne Bay
Resort-style infinity pool with private cabanas
Gym
Spa with cold plunge pool
Massage rooms, Turkish bath, and sauna
Clubroom
Co-working area and meeting room
Game room
Owners lounge with wine cellar
Pet spa
Microcinema
Dock for water sports
Guest room
Private wineries
You can rent up to two times a year, with a minimum of three months
Garage in the building, with valet parking for two cars
Residence Features
Fully finished units
Floor-to-ceiling windows
Balcony in all residences
Kitchen counter in Calacatta gold marble
Italian kitchen and bathroom cabinets
Thermador and Bosch appliances
Wine cooler in select units
Marble bathrooms
and more
The groundbreaking is expected to take place in Q2 of 2024 with a top-off in 2026.
Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Construction Update
The 100-story Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences in Miami is progressing significantly with the filing of tower crane licenses for 300 Biscayne Boulevard. This incredibly tall tower was created by Sieger Suarez Architects and Carlos Ott and is being built by a group of prestigious investors. These companies include international investment business Mohari Hospitality, S2 Development, national developer Property Markets Group, Canadian private equity firm Greybrook Realty Partners, global hospitality giant Hilton, and general contractor John Moriarty Associates.
Two tower cranes are planned to rise 1,255 feet above ground level, or 1,266 feet above sea level, according to the FAA file from May 31. The estimated work timeline for the cranes is from October 24, 2023, to August 23, 2027, demonstrating the precise planning and long-term dedication required for this enormous undertaking.
The Waldorf Astoria Miami, which is situated at 300 Biscayne Boulevard, will have nine spiraling, offset glass cubes that are evenly placed and covered in what is sometimes described as a “glass skin” to set it apart from other East Coast properties. In order to develop an iconic edifice in Downtown Miami that offers 360-degree views of Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, and the Atlantic Ocean, Sieger Suarez Architects and famous architect Carlos Ott collaborated.
Additionally, the developers collaborated with award-winning interior design company BAMO, which takes pride in designing enticing surroundings that flow, function, and inspire individuals to live and dream more completely. Along with guest rooms and suites inside the five-star hotel, the resort will have 360 private houses. Peacock Alley, a specialty restaurant, indoor/outdoor pre-function, and event spaces, conference and boardrooms, a resort-style pool deck with private cabanas, a spa, and a fitness facility will all be considered signature areas.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
