Lofty Developers Announce Partnership YUPIX Technology for Meta-Reality Tours
Developer for Lofty Brickell, Newgard announced their collaboration with the immersive technology company YUPIX to provide meta-reality tours of the new construction tower.
YUPIX assists in smarter real estate marketing and sales. It is driven by cutting-edge software technology, including Artificial Intelligence, which creates experiences that are incredibly lifelike. Insightful recommendations that evolve over time based on user feedback are seamlessly combined with the social power of an unrivaled Meta-RealityTM experience.
Participants can actually feel as though they are strolling through the penthouses and opulent amenity spaces of LOFTY and soaking in the breathtaking views of the building from various vantage points thanks to the innovative technology.
According to the CEO of Newgard Development Group Harvey Hernandez, “We always strive to push boundaries and redefine what is possible through our developments. Partnering with YUPIX accomplishes that and showcases LOFTY in a new and innovative way. The LOFTY team cannot wait to welcome our buyers to the LOFTY metaverse.”
The 362-unit LOFTY, designed by Arquitectonica, has 40,000 square feet of thoughtfully chosen amenities, including a private marina, a members-only social club, resort pool deck, and fitness center, indoor/outdoor cigar lounge, co-working lounge, and meeting rooms, along with 309 tower residences, including studio, one-, and two-bedroom units.
The 53-unit Penthouse Collection at LOFTY features roomy two-, three-, and three-bedroom plus den apartments that have been carefully selected and will be outfitted by renowned design firm Artefacto. Penthouses range from $1.95 million to $3.5+ million.
A 5-star alternative for the owner and traveler who might choose to stay and own differently but does not want to give up the services and amenities of a hotel, LOFTY is the next evolution of condo ownership, located just across from Brickell City Centre. Each home will be delivered finished and furnished, and short-term rentals are allowed under professional supervision.
The skyscraper will have the first-ever collection of NFT artwork created just for condo owners, incorporating digital art into the design of the new residential structure and giving ownership of a unique NFT to each unit owner upon closing.
The 44 levels of upscale interiors at LOFTY were designed by INC, the multi-disciplinary INC Studio. The landscape designer is Urban Robot Associates.
The 44-story luxury condominium located at 99 SW Seventh St, Miami is now under construction on the Miami River. The new partnership with YUPIX is expected to boost interest in LOFTY even further.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at LOFTY, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Ora By Casa Tua Development and Construction Update
An Urban Development Review Board hearing about the construction of the 76-story tower at 1210 Brickell Avenue, Ora By Casa Tua for May 17, 2023.
The ORA’s design was created by the internationally renowned and award-winning architecture firm Arquitectonica. The company drew inspiration from today’s constantly changing culture to design numerous outdoor levels at ORA that connect to nature and the environment, with the goal of allowing visitors to enjoy and experience the city of Miami from a unique angle.
The interiors of the residential and amenity areas are being designed by m2atelier, a company founded by Marco Bonelli and Marijana Radovic and renowned for its personalized approach.
Residences at ORA will start at $800,000 and range from 500 square-foot studio homes to 2,400 square-foot, four-bedroom fully furnished residences that will be ready for immediate listing as short-term, seasonal, or long-term rentals.
Edgardo Defortuna, the creator of Fortune International Group, is a pioneer in real estate development, financing, construction management, sales, and marketing. In addition to others, they are currently building the Nexo Residences in North Miami Beach, The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Pompano Beach, and the St. Regis Residences in Sunny Isles Beach. They most recently built The Ritz Carlton Residences Sunny Isles Beach and the renowned Jade Signature, designed by Herzog & de Mueron.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at ORA at Casa Tua, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
CEO of Terra Group Sells Grove at Grand Bay Penthouse for $17.9 Million
CEO of Terra Group David Martin recently sold his penthouse at Grove at Grand Bay for $17.8 million.
The 9,541-square-foot, five-bedroom apartment at 2675 South Bayshore Drive was sold under the name GBPH Investments LLC.
Records show that a trust run by James Zubok and Leon Medzhibovsky purchased the penthouse. Medzhibovsky is a partner at DLA Piper and Zubok is a private equity investor.
David Martin’s penthouse had been advertised on and off for years, with a $28 million asking price at one point while the tower was still being built. Eloy Carmenate, Mick Duchon, John Gomes, and Fredrik Eklund brought it back to the market for $25 million in 2018 then for $19.8 million in late 2019. Summer of 2022, the unit was listed at $26 million.
The penthouse unit features 12-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows all around it, a rooftop pool, and 12-foot doors. Although Martin’s purchase price for the penthouse is unknown, developers frequently receive a sizable discount on their apartments. The price per square foot of the unit was roughly $1,900.
The Bjarke Ingels-designed project, a pair of 20-story twisted towers overlooking Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, was constructed by Martin’s Terra. The construction was finished in 2016. Billionaire Mike Fernandez, former baseball star and real estate investor Alex Rodriguez, and Martin’s father, Pedro Martin, have all purchased properties.
Since finishing Grove at Grand Bay, he has collaborated with Jorge Pérez’s Related Group to construct the three Park Grove towers in Coconut Grove and is currently constructing the Mr. C Residences condo towers close by. On the north side of U.S. 1 and 27th Avenue, a mixed-use apartment building with retail space called His Grove Central is also being built.
Outside of Coconut Grove, Terra is involved in a number of projects. The 15.5-acre land owned by Genting Group in downtown Miami is scheduled to be purchased for more than $1.2 billion by a group led by the company and Martin. The transaction, where Martin most likely intends to build a sizable mixed-use community, is anticipated to finalize later this year.
Two Miami Restaurants Added to the Michelin Guide 2023
Two additional Miami restaurants have recently been included in the Michelin Guide’s 2023 edition including Rosie’s in Little River and Jaguar Sun in downtown Miami. The two restaurants were chosen as “Bib Gourmand” restaurants.
The certification indicates that the restaurants are “approachable in terms of price and atmosphere,” according to Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guides.
Rosie’s, a restaurant that serves Southern food and prime brunch favorites includes fluffy banana pancakes with vanilla custard, deviled eggs with chicharrones, and biscuits in guanciale sauce. Larger appetites can be satisfied with heartier dishes like fried hot chicken and waffles or a hearty serving of fried fish and grits with collard greens.
Jaguar Sun is a popular restaurant noted for its homemade pasta and drinks and is situated in the downtown Miami Alea building. Warm Parker House buns and towering Caesar salads serve as the prelude to dishes like spicy strozzapreti with plump mussels, ‘nduja, and breadcrumbs or umami-packed mushroom tagliatelle.
Other Miami restaurants are on the list and include Brasserie Laurel, Fiola Miami, Lido, Lion & the Rambler, Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt, The Gibson Room, and Walrus Rodeo.
The news was released ahead of the Michelin Guide Ceremony for 2023, which will be held on May 11 at LoanDepot Park in Miami. When the Michelin Guide Ceremony was first in Miami in 2022, 19 local eateries were named Bib Gourmands, and 11 Miami restaurants received Michelin stars.
Introducing Perigon’s Two Story Luxury Penthouse
New developments are popping up everywhere throughout Miami but one of the most opulent new construction towers in Miami Beach stands out from the crowd with the unveiling of its new penthouse at The Perigon.
Penthouse West is a $37 million residence situated over two levels and is the first penthouse to be unveiled at the new condominium project. Four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and expansive living areas are housed in 5,685 square feet of inside space, while an outside sanctuary is made up of an additional 6,487 square feet. The residence, positioned atop the contemporary 17-story tower, also offers magnificent views of the beach, the Atlantic Ocean, and the developing Miami cityscape.
Designer Tara Bernerd, renowned for her ultra-luxury work on single-family houses, yachts, and condo buildings, created the interiors of the building, including the penthouse. She used organic fabrics that go well with the stone, wood, and glass components as well as high-end finishes throughout the entire building.
The 22-foot ceilings in the double-height great room, one of the home’s many remarkable design features and amenities, steal the show. This space, which leads to a wraparound terrace, serves as the residence’s focal point. Here, Bernerd employed materials including Italian walnut, European white oak, and honed white marble with a subdued color scheme. With its high-end highlights and designer touches for occupants who are decor-conscious, the light-filled penthouse has the air of a five-star resort. Additionally, each room has a private terrace area and an en suite bathroom with a luxurious soaking tub.
Penthouse West is known for its indoor-outdoor lifestyle, and in addition to the various outside terraces, there is also a private, manicured rooftop. The landscapes featured in the facilities of the property and the garden in the penthouse were both designed by Gustafson Porter + Bowman, the same company in charge of the landscaping around the Eiffel Tower. The house also boasts a sundeck, a sunken 30-foot infinity pool, a full outdoor summer kitchen, and outdoor dining.
More than 20,000 square feet of amenity space are available to residents of The Perigon, including a breakfast and sunset lounge, a residents-only private restaurant, and a speakeasy run by chef Shaun Hergatt, a veteran of Michelin-starred establishments. Additionally, there is a cabana-equipped oceanfront pool, a terraced fitness center, a private salon, a screening room, a kids’ play area, and a pool room.
Cigar Bar El Vecino Set to Open May 5th at Miami Worldcenter
A distinguished cigar bar with expertly chosen wine and beverage menus, award-winning service, and a relentless passion for bringing people together at the table will open at Miami Worldcenter May 5th, 2023, El Vecino.
Courtesy of Ariete Hospitality Group (AHG) and Chef Michael Beltran, El Vecino wants to be among the best cigar shops in Miami and a top cigar destination nationwide.
Modern air filtration and humidification technologies were used to build the exquisitely constructed area, which provides a luxurious environment with soft furnishings and amenities. This ensures that visitors are comfortable. The interior of El Vecino is 1,600 square feet and features historical furnishings, premium wood, booths, velvet and leather furniture, a 10-seat bar, and a specially made walk-in humidor for cigars.
The ScapeGoat in Miami Beach, The Gibson Room on Coral Way, and most recently Brasserie Laurel (Michelin Guide mention) and Chug’s Express at Miami Worldcenter in Downtown are just a few of AHG’s expanding family of eateries and bars. Ariete (Michelin Star), Navé (Michelin Guide mention), Chug’s (Bib Gourmand recipient), and The Taurus are all located in Coconut Grove.
A large variety of quality cigars, as well as a variety of whiskey, bourbon, wine, beer, and seasonal creative cocktails, will be available at the upmarket cigar lounge. Customers will also be able to place orders for snacks and light cuisine from the nearby Brasserie Laurel restaurant.
El Vecino is situated along the 7th Street pedestrian promenade of Miami Worldcenter at 698 NE 1st Avenue Suite G-172, near the base of the Caoba residential tower. In the core of Downtown Miami, the $4 billion mixed-use attraction called Miami Worldcenter, which spans ten city blocks and 27 acres and is one of the largest private urban real estate developments now under construction in the United States, offers top-notch residential, commercial, hospitality, and retail applications. Three residential buildings and a sizable amount of the retail component of the project have already been finished and are occupied, while a hotel construction is scheduled to open in Q4 of 2022.
Vita Residences at Grove Isle Breaks Ground
Ugo Colombo of the CMC Group, one of Miami’s most well-known luxury developers, has started construction on Vita Residences at Grove Isle. The opulent boutique condominium is situated on the gated 20-acre private island of Grove Isle, which is close to the city’s fashionable Coconut Grove neighborhood.
The 65 exquisitely designed houses in the seven-story building, which is being constructed on the island’s final remaining beachfront parcel, will showcase unhindered panoramic bay views, exquisite detailing, and the finest materials and craftsmanship. The project is now under construction, and completion is anticipated in 24 to 28 months.
The majority of Vita at Grove Isle’s customers are from America, and more than 40% of the units there have already been pre-sold. The homes will range in size from 2,500 to 6,500 square feet and feature three-, four-, and four-bedroom units with dens. A group of twelve upscale penthouse houses will have private rooftop terraces with full-size swimming pools, full bathrooms, and summer kitchens that are each 3,400 to 6,600 square feet in size. Penthouses start at $12 million, with units starting at $5.5 million.
In order to create one-of-a-kind interior and amenity spaces for Vita at Grove Isle, Ugo Colombo collaborated with international architecture and design firm CallisonRTKL, regional architectural firm S & E Architects, and Italian designers Carlo and Paolo Colombo of A++ Architecture. The three buildings—Mare, Luce, and Sole—are designed to exhibit a singular architectural design and will provide a boutique living environment surrounded by beautiful, local vegetation. The graceful, curving shape of the structure, which was inspired by the island’s natural contours and maximizes views of the glittering Biscayne Bay, is a reflection of its distinctive Grove Isle position.
The waterfront retreat will offer a wide range of carefully chosen interior and outdoor amenities, including a private bayfront pool for residents exclusively, a poolside bar and lounge, a cutting-edge fitness facility, spa, and kids’ play area. Residents of Vita will also be given a house membership to the “Vita at Grove Isle Club,” which has lighted tennis, padel, and pickleball courts in addition to a club pool and a bar nearby. Additionally, residents will have access to the island’s private marina as well as a gourmet restaurant and bar offering lunch, supper, and cocktails that will be open to the general public.
Only the attention to detail in its design matches the level of preparation put into Vita at Grove Isle’s location and facilities. Each home will have a private elevator, a private foyer, modern open concept kitchens with hidden top-of-the-line appliances, elegant bathrooms with hand-selected book matched marble, masterfully crafted Italian stonework, custom Italian cabinetry, and pre-installed smart home technology like lighting, climate control, and water/air filtration systems, as well as at least 10-foot-high ceilings.
In addition to 24/7 valet service, private, individually covered garages with EV charging stations, accessible bike storage, and the most cutting-edge technology and WiFi capabilities installed throughout the building, residents also enjoy additional amenities.
Residents will also profit from Vita at Grove Isle’s personal concierge service, which will be available to help with a variety of arrangements and services, including home provisioning, housekeeping, child and pet care, personal shopping, private events, private drivers and transportation, car detailing, mail collection and forwarding, package deliveries, and more. This service is in addition to Vita at Grove Isle’s restaurant.
Additionally, Vita at Grove Isle residents will have access to the ‘Vita Linc’ app, a digital concierge service, which will enable them to register visitors and give them electronic keys, get in touch with the building’s management, send each other private messages, check on pending and delivered packages, access appliance manuals and condo documents, and request vehicles from valet.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Vita Residence at Grove Isle, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
Three Story Food Hall to Open in Brickell April 28th
The popularity of food halls in Miami is still growing. Okeydokey, the newest multi-concept dining spot in the city, is scheduled to open in Brickell on Friday, April 28.
Okeydokey bills itself as a food-driven dining and entertainment hub and occupies three floors in a gleaming standalone structure close to Brickell City Centre. Six full-service kitchens, three bars, and a 3,000-square-foot outdoor patio with seating for more than 300 people are all included in the 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor area.
The Doce Provisions team’s rotisserie chicken and burgers at Little Bird, Yoso Ramen’s Japanese cuisine, MAC’s Asian fusion cuisine, Dal Plin’s Italian cuisine, and JAFFA’s Israeli cuisine are among the first-floor eateries. Coffee Break, located on the second level, offers fresh-pressed juices, croissants, pies, empanadas, and artisanal coffee.
In addition to beer, wine, and sake, Okeydokey’s three bars will provide a selection of specialty drinks crafted with premium liquors, freshly squeezed juices, handmade syrups, and unique garnishes. The Bye Fe-Lychee! is a tiki-style drink made with reposado tequila, sake, lychee puree, mint, and grapefruit. The Freshly Squeezed is a refreshing combination of vodka, St. Germain, and fresh strawberries. Sun’s Out, Buns Out is an Old Fashioned spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and orange bitters.
The third, adult-only floor of Okeydokey will debut in the second phase. Although an opening date has not yet been set, guests can anticipate an enlarged beverage menu and nightly entertainment options like live music and DJs.
Stephane Benkemoun, a French businessman and co-founder of Okeydokey, created it with the intention of turning a fast-casual dining idea into a classy, immersive location. Okeydokey will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 268 SW 8th St. in Miami. Coffee Break will be accessible every day at 8 a.m.
Elite Villa Collection Launched in Bay Harbor Islands-La Maré
La Maré, an elite collection of two light-filled modern contemporary boutique condo towers, have launched in Bay Harbor Islands by Chicago-based Regency Development Group. Kobi Karp, a renowned international architect, created the vertically stacked tropical luxury villas with Debora Aguiar Arquietetos, a Brazilian designer best known for creating the interiors of 1 Hotel South Beach among other projects, is in charge of the exterior design.
La Maré is the first venture for Regency Development Group in the South Florida region. The construction is anticipated to begin later this year and be finished in 2025. The price of the villas will be between $1.375 million and $8 million.
Thirty-three units can be found in the eight-story Regency Collection glass-clad contemporary boutique building. Nine to ten foot floor-to-ceiling windows open out to large wraparound outdoor living spaces. The homes units will feature direct private elevator access with 1,600 to 4,000 square feet of living space, two to four bedrooms, and two to four and a half bathrooms.
The north and south corners of the second floor are adorned by two opulent 4,200 square foot Bay Villas, each with a spiral staircase leading to a ground deck with a private pool and a summer kitchen. Two of the building’s four penthouses, which have access to their own private rooftop pools and summer kitchens, are flow-through corner residences.
Nine units in an eight-story structure from the Signature Collection will be meticulously created for families with seclusion at the forefront and will range in size from 2,100 to more than 4,200 square feet.
The Signature and Regency Collections will feature bayfront verandas and outdoor spaces with landscaping, boat slips, lounge areas, and a resort-style rooftop pool deck with a pool, jacuzzi, and lounge chairs.
Low impact, all-glass buildings that are LEED certified and blend in with Bay Harbor’s community will be built on elevated piles to allow them to be independent of high and low tides and adapt to South Florida’s constantly changing weather.
A modern fitness center, a wine cellar, and an outdoor kitchen and bar lounge are just a few of the exclusive Signature Collection building features. The price range for these villas will start at $2.875 million to $6.3 million. Later this year, construction is slated to begin, and it will likely be finished by the end of 2024.
