The Bond at Brickell Releases Final Inventory, Prepares for Completion
Miami-based Rilea Group is preparing to open their latest residential tower, The Bond on Brickell. This British-inspired luxury tower has 323 total apartments through 44 floors with layouts ranging from studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments along with exclusive lofts and penthouses.
One of the aspects we like the most about The Bond is the fact that Rilea had the foresight to purchase the air rights to the building directly east of the tower, preventing future development that would sacrifice the views of the residents in The Bond. The blocking of views has become an issue for many buildings in the neighborhood, most notably the Infinity at Brickell, whose bay views were blocked by the construction of SLS Brickell just one month after completing their initial sell-off.
Unlike most of the towers in Brickell, The Bond is one of the first to deliver the residences fully finished and ready for occupancy. Many previous buildings have delivered their apartments decorator ready, or still in need of flooring, lighting packages, paint and window treatments. The apartments at The Bond include porcelain flooring throughout, Bosch appliances and Nolte cabinetry.
The developer has released the final 11 opportunities in preparation for the opening of the tower. The remaining apartments are comprised of a mix of 796 square foot 1 bedroom units with a den up to 1,217 square foot 2 bedroom units with a den as well. Prices range from $496,900 to $689,900 depending upon size and view. Contact us for information about specific opportunities. The apartments will be ready for move-in upon closing in March.
Auberge Residences Miami Video, Floor Plans, and More
Along with a few changes, additional information regarding Auberge Residences Miami has been released. Rather than 340 condo residences, there will now be just 290. Each will come with private elevator access and ceiling heights of 9, 10, or 11 feet. There will also be four double-height penthouse residences at Auberge Miami with 22-foot high ceilings.
Below, I’ve included the video for Auberge Miami along with the recently updated floor plans, fact sheet, and brochure. Reservations begin this Wednesday, February 10th. Prices for 1 bedroom units start at $297,400, but I was told earlier today that the developer already has more LOIs than actual 1 bedroom units that exist in the building.
Introducing Auberge Residences & Spa Miami; Reservations Begin February 10th
Get your checkbooks ready! Related Group is set to launch their latest preconstruction condo development – a luxurious, 60-story tower called Auberge Residences & Spa Miami, which will be located at 1400 Biscayne Boulevard in the newly coined Arts + Entertainment District. The tower will include 410 total units, comprised of 340 residences – with 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom floor plans – and 70 condo-hotel units. Designed by world-renowned architectural firm Arquitectonica,the all-glass tower will face east-southeast towards Museum Park and offer breathtaking views of the bay, city, and ocean. Interiors will be designed by famed interior designer Piero Lissoni and landscaping by the award-winning landscape architect Enzo Enea. The grounds and common areas at Auberge Residences & Spa will feature museum-quality artwork by celebrated artists such as Jaume Plensa, Fernando Botero, and Julio Le Parc.
Amenities at Auberge Residences & Spa Miami will include a 60th floor pool deck with food and beverage service, a world-class spa, full-service concierge, and more. Located at the corner of 14th Street and Biscayne Boulevard – directly across the street from the Adrienne Arscht Center for the Performing Arts – Auberge Residences Miami will be within walking distance to Museum Park and the upcoming Miami Worldcenter and within 15 minutes of Brickell, Wynwood, Downtown Miami, and Miami Beach.
Reservations are set to begin on February 10th. Units will be released in batches with the first batch averaging $575 per square foot. A 10% deposit will be required to reserve a residence and contracts are expected to go out in late-March, at which point an additional 10% deposit will be due.
Auberge Residences & Spa Miami is expected to be completed in early 2019.
Week in Review: How to Avoid the Federal Disclosure Law for Cash Purchases and Other News…
Rendering from Paramount Miami Worldcenter
Week of January 17-23, 2016.
The US Treasury announced this week that starting in March, title companies will be required to disclose the identities of buyers to government regulators for all cash purchases above $1 million in Miami’s residential real estate market. They are hoping to put a stop to illicit funds being laundered through the cash purchases, but effectively are also spooking legitimate buyers who simply do not wish to have their buying habits publicly disclosed.
Fear not, fancy condo shoppers. The ink is not even dry on the new order and The Real Deal has already compiled a list of 7 ways that the rule can be circumvented. [The Real Deal]
Last week, the developer of Miami Worldcenter announced that it is scrapping the plans for an enclosed mall just days after Macy’s announced multiple store closings due to slow sales. After this announcement Taubman and Forbes cancelled their contract with Worldcenter, causing a flurry of rumors and news stories stating that the project would be scrapped. It turns out that everyone jumped the gun. According to the developer and this Taubman release, the project is not scrapped. The contract just needs to be renegotiated to reflect the new building plans. [Zacks]
While everyone was up in arms about the potential drama at Miami Worldcenter, Brickell CityCentre released their updated list of all retailers, shops and restaurants that will be opening with the mall. The shops will begin individual build-out soon and is scheduled to open later in the year. [The Next Miami]
In possibly the least surprising news of the week, Car2Go finally announced that they are suspending service effective March 1. They say that the reason for the service-shuttering is low ridership and high state taxes, locals have not wasted time or minced words with their own theories. It seems they have been in trouble with their client base for some time due to poor handling of a PR incident involving a drunk driving accident, not offering service in many important areas of the community, poor customer service and unreliable service. We think it can be easily explained by simple economics… why pay more to drive yourself in a shared smart car with a complicated service when you can pay less and have an Uber car pick you up at your doorstep and drop you off wherever you want to go? The choice is simple. [Curbed]
Regalia Introduces a $45 Million Penthouse
“Life’s Magnum Opus” – That is the tagline for Regalia’s crown jewel, the 43rd floor penthouse. And what a jewel it is!
The penthouse spans the top two floors of the tower and also includes a 6,000+ square foot rooftop pool deck with a 360 degree terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, Golden Beach, Miami Beach and the Miami skyline. There are two other terraces, the 43rd floor has a 360 degree terrace and the 44th floor has one that spans 270 degrees. The rooftop pool deck also has a summer kitchen with retractable Louver shading, an indoor wet bar and a full bath.
Indoors, owners will find 6 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms spanning 10,000+ square feet. The three levels are tied together with a custom glass elevator and a floating grand staircase in the double height great room.
While visiting, guests can enjoy a dining room that seats 12, custom stone and glass wine cellar, a game room with designer billiards table, and a lounge theater and bar. The dining room and billiard table have custom pendant lighting fixtures. An art gallery mezzanine overlooks the double height great room.
For the owners, the grand master suite leaves nothing to be desired. A private spa holds a steam room, sauna and massage beds. The bedroom has a drop-down ceiling television and midnight bar, wine cooler, glass enclosures and secure safes. The grand master bath offers stone flooring and walls with glass enclosures, couples’ Jacuzzi tub with hydrotherapy and air treatment jets, and his and hers glass showers with rain heads, body jets and hand held fixtures. The dressing areas offer his and hers vanities with a separate make-up area for her and walk in closets.
Given that the name Regalia means, “the emblems or insignia of royalty, especially the crown, scepter, and other ornaments used at a coronation,” this residence is certainly fitting of the name. See below for additional photos and floor plans:
Regalia tower in Sunny Isles Beach
Level 1 Layout
Level 2 Layout
Level 3 Rooftop Pool Deck Layout
A First Look at Residence 900 at GLASS in Miami Beach
In case you haven’t heard, GLASS is the newest addition to Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood. Closings began in October. The 18-story tower – designed by renowned architect Rene Gonzalez – has just ten total units (yes, just 10), each encompassing at least one full floor. Due to its all-glass structure, the building’s natural surroundings are brilliantly integrated into its design, mirroring the sky, sea, and city in all directions.
Last month, my broker, Dora Puig, listed for sale a full-floor residence on the 9th floor (residence 900). The 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath condo has 3,400 interior square feet plus another 2,000 square feet of terrace. Earlier this week, I finally got an opportunity to take a look at it and brought my trusty camera along.
I must say, the quality of the finishes at GLASS are second to none. I was blown away. I have never seen a developer deliver such high-end finishes. The kitchens are wrapped in Calcutta marble, the master bath in Arabescato marble, and the floors covered in walnut wood. Truly impressive finishes throughout! And the sweeping city and water views are jaw-dropping! I also got a chance to photograph the beautiful pool deck which was designed by famed landscape architect Raymond Jungles. See for yourself…
Dwyane Wade’s Downtown Miami Penthouse is For Sale
For just $2,995,000 you too can sleep in the same bedroom once occupied by Dwyane Wade himself. Back in 2011, the developer of Vizcayne Condominium in Downtown Miami outfitted the penthouse especially for Mr. Wade’s use. The property was later sold to an investor from Miami Beach who sold it to an investor from New York who is now happy to sell it to you.
The photos provided to us by the MLS are not the high-quality ones that we typically like to see in a $3 million penthouse, but the features are. The apartment spans 3 floors on top of Vizcayne’s North Tower and includes 3 full bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 2 living areas, a study, sky loft and 5 terraces with one being on the roof overlooking the AA Arena where Mr. Wade works.
Inside the building itself, residents enjoy over-the-top amenities. The pool deck includes 3 resort style pools, a sunset pool, Jacuzzi and catering bar. Inside the amenity center is a fitness center & spa that rivals even some of the popular chain gyms, a movie theater, game rooms, business centers, board rooms and a padded jogging deck with a view of the Biscayne Bay. There is also 24 hour doorman, valet and security.
The current owners certainly seem excited to part with their investment, offering incentives for a quick closing and even offering to lease the property for $12,900/month. Have a look below at the additional photos courtesy of the MLS and floor plan:
Related Group Construction Update
The Related Group is looking to start 2016 ahead of schedule. This morning Carlos Rosso, President of Related’s condo division, shared these construction photos of SLS Lux, Brickell Heights, SLS Brickell and the Paraiso mega-development.
Above, you can see Brickell Heights and SLS Lux. Brickell Heights is the two towers under construction in the center of the photo. The tower to the right is Brickell Heights tower 1. This phase is sold out except for a few penthouse opportunities, Brickell Heights 02 is 85% sold out with select residences and penthouses remaining for purchase. This project is scheduled for completion in late 2016.
SLS Lux is the shorter tower to the right of Brickell Heights. The construction began more recently than Brickell Heights and it is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2017. This project is nearly sold out as well with roughly 20 residences remaining and penthouses. Upon completion, SLS Lux will be 57 floors and Brickell Heights will have 49 floors in each tower.
Above, you can see SLS Brickell. This one is topped off just in time for the new year and has been sold out for some time with the exception of a couple of penthouse opportunities. The construction schedule shows SLS Brickell being completed in the spring of 2016.
Below is a great angle to see the impressive size of the Paraiso Bay mega development in Edgewater. This project features 4 towers on 4.6 acres that will begin to be delivered in late 2016. The four towers are Paraiso Bay, Gran Paraiso, One Paraiso and Paraiso Bayviews.
Bravo to Related for pushing the projects & heading toward the finish ahead of schedule! We can’t wait to see the neighborhoods continue to grow. We are happy to help should you be interested in any of the remaining opportunities in the projects.
Fully Furnished 3 Bedroom Condo at Trump Palace in Sunny Isles Beach – $2.495M
Your paradise retreat awaits you. Wake up each morning to the sights and sounds of the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. A relaxing stroll down the white sand beaches is just an elevator ride away.
Welcome to Unit 3604 at Trump Palace – an impeccably designed, contemporary masterpiece with nearly $800,000 spent in renovations, furniture, and electronics. This flow-through residence includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with 2,167 interior square feet plus two spacious balconies and offers direct, breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Property features include: a private elevator and foyer; 10-foot ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows; Sonos surround sound system; renovated kitchen with custom Italian cabinets and high-end appliances by Sub-Zero, Gaggenau, and Miele; custom half bath with stone tiled walls; and custom master bathroom with a white pedestal tub, glass-enclosed shower with rainfall shower and body jets, and side vanity for makeup and hair.
Trump Palace offers spectacular amenities,services, and features, which include: gatehouse entry with 24-hour attendant; a magnificent two-story lobby; 24-hour, full-service concierge; 1,000 feet of pristine beachfront; a temperature-controlled lagoon pool; two temperature-controlled lap pools; a Jaccuzi; waterfalls; snack bar and grill; and an 8,000 square foot spa and fitness center with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, men’s and women’s saunas, men’s and women’s steam rooms, and massage and body treatment rooms.
Attractively priced at $2,495,000. Contact me for additional details and/or to schedule a private showing.
Below are additional photos of Trump Palace #3604:
