Foundation Milestone Achieved at Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences in Downtown Miami

Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami
Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami

Excitement builds in the heart of downtown Miami as the foundation work at 300 Biscayne Boulevard, the future site of the Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences, hits a significant milestone. This 100-story supertall tower is not only set to reshape the Miami skyline but also marks the introduction of Florida’s first supertall skyscraper.

Designed by the renowned Sieger Suarez Architects in collaboration with visionary Carlos Ott, the Waldorf Astoria Miami will rise to an impressive height of 1,049 feet. The project is a collaborative endeavor involving Property Markets Group, Greybrook Realty Partners, Mohari Hospitality, S2 Development, and Hilton. Upon completion, the structure will offer 1,738,999 square feet of mixed-use space, including residential, hotel, retail, office, and ample garage facilities.

John Moriarty & Associates, the general contractor overseeing the project, has made substantial progress. Recent updates from Andres Baquerizo at Keller, the contractor responsible for the site work and foundations, showcased the completion of critical foundation stages, including soil mixing and the installation of Augercast/CFA piles at a record depth of 190 feet. These developments pave the way for the next steps, which involve forming pile caps to distribute the building’s load evenly and preparing for vertical construction. The Miami Building Department has facilitated this progress with a Phased Class I: Full Vertical permit issued earlier this year.

The Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences will feature 360 private residences and 205 guestrooms and suites. The design includes nine glass offset cubes that create a striking visual effect. The hotel occupies the first three cubes, encompassing Waldorf Astoria’s signature spaces and amenities. Both residents and guests will enjoy access to luxury facilities like Peacock Alley, a specialty restaurant, versatile event spaces, and a holistic wellness spa.

Residents will be treated to top-tier amenities including a private lobby, hospitality suites for social events, a billiard room, a children’s club, and an exclusive pool deck. The integration of smart home technology and a custom mobile app will enhance living experiences by offering streamlined services such as dining reservations, room service, spa and fitness bookings, and more.

The anticipation for the Waldorf Astoria Miami continues to grow as the project moves towards its projected completion in 2027. This development is not just a building; it’s a beacon of luxury that promises to enhance Miami’s urban fabric and redefine luxury living in Florida.

Former NFL Player Proposes 15-Tower Mixed-Use Project in North Miami Beach

Prestige Boardwalk North Miami Beach
Prestige Boardwalk 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.