Plans for the highly anticipated three-tower mixed-use development called Biscayne 21 has been submitted to the Urban Development Review Board located at 2121 North Bayshore Drive in Edgewater, Miami.
The project will feature 606 multifamily units spread across three residential towers that are 649 feet tall, 8,433 square feet of ground-floor retail space, 971 parking spots, a complete amenity package, and more than 800 linear feet of a new waterfront promenade. Arquitectonica, EDSA, Longitude Surveyors, and Langan Engineering are just a few of the project’s remarkable roster of architects and engineers.
The property, which is in a superb location with stunning views of Biscayne Bay to the east and the Biscayne Bay Inlet to the south, is located on the southeast corner of North Bayshore Road and Northeast 22nd Street.
The Edgewater skyline will be dominated by two twin skyscrapers that rise 56 stories in height and a third that is 55 stories high. The twin towers (South Tower One & South Tower Two), which are unbranded, will each have 210 residential units, while the structure known as the East Tower, also known as EDITION Residences, will have 186 residential units. The overall square footage of the project is divided into 333,463 square foot parking garage, 430,132 square feet between the two unbranded buildings, and 639,824 square feet For EDITION Residences. The project’s outstanding overall square footage is 1,841,984 square feet.
The buildings at Biscayne 21 will have an exterior that combines a variety of high-quality materials. Glass with clear view, white-painted stucco frames, and other accessories will produce a contemporary and uncluttered appearance. Mechanical screens and painted metal or fiberglass with fake foliage, together with a creative painting, will add a natural touch to the parking structure. Moreover, mechanical screens will wrap around the tops of each tower. The project’s most recent renderings are shown here, along with the project’s cover image.
The East Tower (EDITION) will have a more sinuous and elliptical form, distinguished by a carve into the structure on the north side that creates concave balconies and a sense of architectural grandeur on the skyline, while the twin towers will have a striking rectilinear design, with the superstructure punctuated by cuts lined with concrete frames that reveal elegant balconies.
EDITION will offer condominiums with unit sizes ranging from one to four bedrooms and five-bedroom penthouses covering 1,952 square feet to 8,466 square feet. The two additional buildings have condominiums as well, with one to three-bedroom units measuring 915 to 2,190 square feet each.
Amenities:
Pool deck
Indoor fitness center
Sauna
Lounge and juice bar
Multi-use space
Entertainment room
Meeting room
Bridge connects each tower
Two Roads Development is requesting a number of waivers for the Biscayne 21 project, including a small reduction in tower spacing, two driveways separated by less than 60 feet, a reduction is required parking of up to 30%, parking above the first story to extend into the second layer, and pedestrian entrances more than 75 feet apart. Due to the property’s special configuration with two waterfront frontages and to guarantee compliance with the Transect Zone regulations, the exceptions have been requested.
The proposed project for Biscayne 21 and the waivers requested by Two Roads Development adhere to Miami 21’s guiding principles, which include fostering infill and redevelopment, encouraging mixed-use development, offering public transportation as an alternative to driving, and supporting compact, pedestrian-friendly communities. The project offers public spaces, such as waterfront walkways along the South and East frontages, as well as an energy-efficient design. On March 15, 2023, Two Roads Development will present the project to the Urban Development Review Board.
Urban Network Capital Group Unveils the Luxury Condo Hotel-Visions at Brickell Station
‘Visions at Brickell Station,’ a luxury condo-hotel aimed at elevated luxury or business visitors searching for an enhanced experience, has been unveiled by Urban Network Capital Group (UNCG).
After the nearly sold-out Visions Orlando Spa & Resort, which is a 354-unit luxury vacation hotel community set to commence development soon, Visions at Brickell Station is the second Visions project for UNCG. Visions is a recently introduced brand by UNCG, with the company’s first such developments taking place in Orlando and now Miami.
The recently finished assemblage, which cost a total of $8,500,000 to purchase, comprises of three Miami-area parcels at 1120, 1130, and 1136 SW 3rd Avenue. Around 70 new properties in the single-family and multifamily markets have been developed by UNCG, with deals worth over $2 billion successfully completed.
Visions at Brickell Station is a boutique condo/hotel complex with 111 residences ranging from studios to one-bedroom units, with no rental limitations, and is situated in the center of the city at 1120 SW 3rd Avenue. Owners can engage in a professionally run Hotel Program or rent it out through a booking platform of their choice.
A wide range of people are drawn to the distinctive, modern architecture created by DTI Architects, and UNCG can choose from a variety of price points, starting at $299,448 for a 321-square-foot studio, $413,124 for a 451-square-foot junior suite, and $501,960 for a 539-square-foot one-bedroom unit.
The eight-story skyscraper will provide spectacular style, intimacy, exclusivity, and a wide range of wellness-focused amenities that meet residents’ every need once it is finished in 2025. A state-of-the-art gym with interactive gym equipment, rooftop Infinity pool and terrace, on-site restaurant with food and beverage service, front desk check-in, laundry services, and a bike-share program are just a few of the distinctive features that improve the experience of being an owner at Visions at Brickell Station.
Keyless electronic entry, floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of Miami’s famous skyline, a ceramic tile floor that looks like wood, quartz countertops, custom Italian cabinetry, and 75″ Smart TVs are just a few of the luxurious amenities found in each tastefully furnished designer residence. Visions at Brickell Station were designed by UNCG with in-unit wellness-focused luxuries such as advanced HVAC systems offering purified air and probiotic eco-sanitizing diffusion, nontoxic wall coverings, filtered water, aromatherapeutic diffusers, Vitamin C diffusion therapy showers, and lighting to relax and balance the mind. UNCG specializes in building communities that are both eco-friendly and wellness-certified.
Together with other private investors, the project is backed by V&V Investments, a Peruvian company. With more than 25 years of experience, V&V is the top real estate development company. The group’s total projects, which total more than $1.5 billion, span eleven portfolio projects in Aventura, Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, Port Charlotte, Cocoa Village, and now Brickell. V&V entered the U.S. market in 2021.
North Development Launches Condo-Hotel Brand-Domus Brickell Park
North Development is launching a ground-breaking new condo-hotel that is poised to revolutionize the hospitality sector in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood, Domus Brickell Park. Ricardo Dunin, CEO of Oak Capital and Edifica are partnering on this project creating the North Development group.
With 171 fully equipped condo-hotel suites Domus will rise 12 stories tall and will be located in the vibrant Brickell neighborhood at 1611 SW 2nd Avenue. The superbly designed studio, one, and two-bedroom units, with sizes ranging from 330 to 979 square feet and costs ranging from $400,000 to $900,000, were created by Zyscovich Architects with interiors by Urban Robot.
Owners will pay far less in fees without sacrificing the integrity of the high-end hospitality concept by getting rid of the developer’s ownership of the common areas while still providing professional management for the individual units. The project’s prohibition against yearly occupancy for periods longer than six months and one day gives it another competitive edge. Although still enabling out-of-towners to enjoy their units while in Miami, this minimizes the natural friction between long-term residents and the transient rental market.
Before arriving, guests can check in online and get the entry code for their unit on their phone. By giving the building a chance to get acquainted with the visitors beforehand, this not only provides convenience but also boosts building security. Only owners and visitors can enter the units because the access key is needed to utilize the elevator. There will also be a visitor call center open around-the-clock.
The Peacock Room is located in the expansive lobby at the center of the structure. This area offers a full range of food and drink options throughout the day, including a market, fine wine, specialty brewed beer, and gourmet coffee. It has mellow music, high-speed internet, and co-working spaces that will draw both locals and visitors. Domus Brickell Park has a wellness area with modern fitness equipment, a steam room, and other amenities. Also, there is a rooftop pool deck with cabanas, a hot tub, a grilling area, and an entertainment space.
North Development has a long-term interest in utilizing the Domus brand in other areas, and the building is anticipated to open in late 2025. The sales center is located at 1200 Brickell Avenue, Miami.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Domus Brickell Park, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Construction Update for Namdar Towers in Downtown Miami
Namdar Towers are one step closer to breaking ground after receiving approval for a foundation permit on February 28. The permit will cover site and soil improvements, piles, and excavation with an estimated cost of $1.5 million. Permits that still require approval are for the tree and demolition permits.
In October, the Namdar Towers project was submitted to the UDRB. Miami’s Building Department is currently reviewing permits for development and demolition.
A 41-story structure with 680 units and a 43-story building with 714 units would make up the proposed Namdar Towers, which would have combined square footage of more than 1.2 million.
This project is planned in 2 phases, the 41-story tower will be part of phase 1 while the 43-story tower will be part of phase 2.
Development Information:
1,394 units
Pools
Fitness center
Bowling rooms
Golf simulators
Co-working space
7,984 sq. ft. of commercial space
336 parking spaces in a five-level garage
1,395 bicycle racks
The architect is identified as Behar Font with John Moriarty listed as the contractor.
According to its website, Namdar is a family-owned development company that was established in 1979. Ephraim Namdar, who has previously been named in media sources as the company’s founder and CEO, is in charge of running the LLC that bought the Miami property.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Namdar, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Financing Secured for New Development in Coconut Grove-Residences in the Grove
Residences in the Grove, a 148-unit luxury condominium at 2835 Tigertail Avenue in Miami’s Coconut Grove area, has received a $43.2 million refinancing loan for construction.
The loan was financed through City National Bank of Florida and KS Finance Corporation. This loan will pay for site preparation and preliminary demolition in order to kick off the project.
The developers for the project include a joint venture with Terra Development and AB Asset Management. The five-story development, designed by Arquitectonica, will have a stunning design centered on a coral rock façade and sustainable features that will effortlessly mix in with Coconut Grove’s current landscape and tree canopy. Also, the building will include about 22,000 square feet of street-level retail space with a health theme.
Tower Amenities:
Gym
Pool
Social Lounge
174 residential units
22,070 square feet of commercial
344 parking spaces (all in the basement)
Residence Features:
Elegant kitchen
Spacious floor plans
10 ft. ceilings
Stainless steel kitchen appliances
Construction is scheduled to begin this year with a completion date in Q4 2023 or early 2025. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Residences in the Grove, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Avra Estiatorio Opens Second South Florida Location at Lofty Brickell
Avra Estiatorio, a Greek eatery with a Manhattan origin, will open a second location in South Florida at the newest residential tower, Lofty Brickell.
Restaurateurs Nick Tsoulos, Nick Pashalis, and Marc Packer, the partners behind the upscale brand, have secured a lease for the bottom level of Brickell’s Lofty condo complex by Newgard Development Group.
The 15,000 square foot, 15-year contract, which has the possibility to be extended, can seat up to 300 patrons and a 3,000 square foot outdoor seating space with views of the Miami River. The triple net asking rent was $150 per square foot.
Once Lofty Brickell is complete, Ava Estiatorio will open. Only 1,500 square feet of retail space remain at the Lofty property after the Avra lease.
The first Avra Estiatorio restaurant debuted in New York’s East 48th Street in 2000. Now, the restaurant has three locations: two in Manhattan and one each in Beverly Hills.
Onda Residences in Bay Harbor Islands Tops Off Construction
In Miami’s Bay Harbor Islands neighborhood, the 8-story Onda Residences has topped off on construction by Ugo Colombo’s CMC Group and Valerio Morabito’s Morabito Properties.
The building, called Onda meaning ‘Wave’ wascreated by Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica. Carlo and Paolo Colombo of A++ Human Sustainable Architecture built the interiors, and award-winning landscape architect Enzo Enea of Enea Garden Design created the rich landscaping. The development’s general contractor is Coastal Construction.
Onda Residences is located 1135 103rd Street, and are made up of 41 immaculately finished units with floorplans that range from two to four bedrooms including den ranging from 1,809 to 3,535 square feet. Up to 5,073 square feet are devoted to four penthouse houses, two of which have rooftop swimming pools. Pricing for the luxury units start at $5 million.
Residence Features
Office/den
Private and semi-private high-speed elevators
Floor-to-ceiling impact-resistant sliding glass doors and windows
Roomy tiled terraces with private gardens
Open floor plans with up to 9-foot grand ceiling heights
Fully equipped Snaidero kitchens with top-of-the-line Miele appliances
Bathrooms with Italian marble and wood cabinetry
Exquisite Italian flooring throughout
Energy-efficient air conditioning and heating
With more than 300 linear feet of bay frontage and panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Onda’s premium Bay Harbor Islands location is unrivaled. One of Onda’s most well-liked attractions is its private marina, which has 15 boat docks and is only accessible to homeowners. Together with immediate ocean access via Miami’s Haulover inlet, the property will also feature a water sports launch station with kayaks, paddle boards, and inflatables accessible for use.
Development Amenities
Rooftop pool deck and lounge area
State-of-the-art fitness facility with Technogym equipment
Yoga studio
Spa with massage treatment rooms
Changing areas
Steam bath and sauna rooms
Covered valet drop-off area
Personal parking spots
Electric vehicle charging stations
Bicycle storage
Home storage space
Cutting-edge security, and technology
Onda is estimated to be completed in Q4 of 2023 and 85% of its units have already been sold. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Onda Residences Bay Harbor Islands, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Approval Pending for Construction on 10 Story Residential Tower in Miami Beach
An application has been submitted for design review approval to build a new 10-story mixed-use building at 6940 Abbott Avenue, the location of a former BellSouth office and parking lot that is no longer in use in the North Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach. The application was filed by 6940 North Beach LLC, a joint venture between entities controlled by Rainer Viete, Jose Boschetti, and Eduardo Otaola.
The 130-foot-tall structure will feature 134,573 square feet of space, including 96 multi-family units, 21 of which would be co-living units, 2,192 square feet of ground floor retail, and 90 parking spaces. It was designed by Arquitectonica with Biscayne Engineering serving as the land surveyor and civil engineer.
Unit floor plans include studio, one, and two bedrooms. The regular size units would be between 550 and 1,250 square feet, while studio units (co-living) will be between 403 and 437 square feet. A cafe, fitness facility, pickle-ball court, and a lap pool will all be on the rooftop.
The traffic engineer is David Plummer & Associates, while the landscape architect is Christopher Cawley Landscape Architecture. The interior of the building will be thoroughly illuminated by natural light thanks to the use of grey glass windows and a glass railing. Mixing these materials will produce a striking, modern appearance that blends nicely with the nearby North Beach neighborhood. A stunning concrete frame with spherical motifs grouped in a bond-like pattern wraps around all elevations of the residential component of the building, emphasizing its distinctive form.
The development organization has also offered hurricane-proof impact windows, passive cooling systems, resilient planting, a study of the elevation of the property and the elevation of neighboring properties, and a recycling or salvage strategy for partial or complete deconstruction. To integrate the loading and parking driveways, they also ask for a waiver. The granting of this waiver will enable the project to be better designed while still adhering to the TC-C district’s development restrictions and without the requirement for variances. The project’s anticipated construction cost is approximately $14,692,224.
New Renderings Released for Shoma Bay in North Bay Village
New images of Shoma Bay, a 24-story mixed-use development proposed for 1850 79th Street Causeway in the waterfront neighborhood of North Bay Village, have been released by Miami-based developer Shoma Group.
The tower will feature 333 residential units, a 35,037-square-foot Publix, and 6,325 square feet of retail space, which includes a rooftop lounge and Shoma Bazaar food hall. It was designed by MSA Architects with interiors by Adriana Hoyos. The pedestrian-friendly location is close to all main freeways, stores, and food options at 79th Street Causeway and East Treasure Drive.
Each floor plan in the 2.8-acre mixed-use development’s furnished studios to three-bedroom units, with sizes ranging from 344 square feet to 2,700 square feet, was created to enhance functionality and comfort.
With only a few changes that improve the building’s appearance, the new tower design, which combines traditional art-deco and modern architecture, indicates a modest departure from the original design. The building now has a more contemporary appearance.
Amenities:
Resident lounge and bar
Spa
Hammam
Golf Simulators
Fitness center with Technogym equipment
Pet spa
Kid’s club
6,030 square foot pool deck
Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay
Pool
Cabanas
Summer kitchen
Library
2,600 square foot cowering business room
Lounge with coffee bar
Gaming area
Movie area
Gated parking
Electric vehicle charging stations
Specialized bike room
Storage areas
The construction of Shoma Bay is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2023 with a completion date in 2025.
