A Developer Penthouse at Mansions at Acqualina Sold for $27 Million

Another luxury condo ranks for the third spot for the highest priced condo sale in Miami-Dade History. Developer, the Trump Group (no relation to President Donald Trump), sold a penthouse at the Mansions of Acqualina for a cool $27 million. This specific unit was originally listed for $38 million in 2019.

The penthouse unit located at 17749 Collins Avenue, PH 47 in Sunny Isles, features 4 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage. This gorgeous unit boasts 9,103 square feet of living space with killer views of Biscayne Bay, the direct ocean, and the Miami skyline.

Two kitchens in this unit make for easy living with guests as well as family. The private 12′ glass-bottomed cantilevered pool is a private oasis above Miami. All of the units in Acqualina are fully furnished by Fendi, Baccarat, and Bentley.

Tax records for this unit show a Delaware entity listed as Kodiak Trust Company in Eagle Ridge. Records also show that Oren Shmueli, Senior VP of the Trump Group was on the Deed of Transfer.

The Mansions of Acqualina offer much more than your average amenities. Look forward to a ‘virtual’ golf outing, Hamman Spa, private cabanas, and much more!

The Mansions at Acqualina Amenities

• Fitness Center with State-of-the-Art Equipment
• Poolside Private Cabanas
• Hammam Spa
• Children’s Center
• Virtual Golf
• Outdoor Dining and Spa
• Sunset Reflecting Pool and Fire Pit
• Lavish Grand Room for Private Functions
• Concierge, Security, and 24-Hour Valet
• Dog Park

The Mansions at Acqualina Residence Features:

• Private Jacuzzi on Terrace
• 2-Story Floorplans
• Multiple Balconies with Ocean and Intracoastal Views
• Outdoor Summer Kitchen
• Balconies with Ocean and Intracoastal Views
• Floor-to-Ceiling, Bronze-Tinted, Impact-Resistant Windows and Sliding Glass Doors
• Intelligent Climate Controls with Digital Thermostats
• Vent-Less Fireplace in the Family Room
• Intrusion Alarm Monitoring Service
• Imported Stone Countertops and Backsplashes
• Free Standing Custom Tub with Dornbracht Plumbing Fixtures

The Trump Group is also developing a two-tower condo project next door called the Estates at Acqualina.

If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at the Mansions of Acqualina, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Dezer Development Launches Bentley Residences

Miami welcomes the first-ever Bentley-branded luxury residential tower. The news was announced today that this remarkable tower will stand tall along with other luxury car brands like the Porsche Design Tower and Aston Martin Residences. This remarkable project will have a sophisticated and sleek design standing at 749 feet tall in Sunny Isles Beach. This tower will be the tallest beachfront tower in the U.S. and its height already has FAA approval.

Dezer Development and Sieger Suarez Architects will be partnering to create a luxurious design worthy of the Bentley brand. Dezer and Sieger Suarez has previously worked on Armani and Porsche towers. Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development states, “Partnering with Bentley Motors, a true global luxury brand and being able to create another first in the Miami marketplace is an extraordinary opportunity.”

According to the press release, there will be 200+ residences, each with a multi-car garage with a car elevator delivering your car straight to your residence (similar to that of Porsche Design Tower). Each unit will also feature its own private balcony, pool and sauna. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the residences with ocean and bay views.

Building amenities will include a gym, pool, spa, restaurant (TBD), lounge, cabanas, cinema, whiskey bar, and garden. According to Forbes, Bentley Residences will be built according to the the Florida Green Building Council Certifications with anticipations that the building will use less energy.

The ground breaking is expected to begin in 2023 and construction is expected to be complete by 2026. We will update this article as more information is published about Bentley Residences.

Federally-Seized Condo at Porsche Design Tower Set For Auction

Drivers, start your engines…a luxury condo at Porsche Design Tower is slated to be auctioned! Unit 2205 – a four-bedroom residence with 3,171 interior square feet, a wrap-around balcony with a private soaking pool, and sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean – will hit the bidding block next month.

In July of 2018, the property was seized by federal authorities as part of a $1 billion money-laundering sting that brought down eight people in connection with the crime. According to an article published that month by “The Real Deal”, the Porsche Design Tower condo was used “as payment for one of the defendant’s laundering services”.

Well, over two years later (due to a little something called due process), the ultra-luxury residence is ready to be auctioned for sale. The auction, which is scheduled for November 13, 2020, will begin promptly at 11:00 am EST and end that same day at 2:00 pm EST. Inspections will be held by appointment only on Tuesday, November 3rd, and Friday, November 6th. To bid, a cashier’s check of $250,000 is required. The starting bid will be $1,500,000 (not too shabby considering the property was purchased from the developer for $5,300,000).

Porsche Design Tower – an ultra-luxury, oceanfront condominium building – is located at 18555 Collins Avenue in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. It is perhaps best known for its patented car-elevator-lift system called “The Dezervator”, which allows residents to travel (at a rate of 800 feet per minute) vertically up the 60-story tower directly to their condo’s glass-walled sky garage all while sitting in their vehicle.

Below is a 3D virtual reality tour of unit 2205 at Porsche Design Tower:

The video below shows Porsche Design Tower developer Gil Dezer using “The Dezervator”.

Interestingly enough, this past August, another Porsche Design Tower condo (unit 4603) was auctioned for sale. Unfortunately, the results of that no-reserve auction won’t be revealed until after the transaction has closed (the sale is still pending). Offered turnkey furnished, unit 4603 had previously been listed on the MLS asking $4,450,000.

An Artefacto-Designed, Four-Bedroom Model Unit at Residences by Armani Casa – Asking $6.85M

In a previous post, I shared photos of the amenities and common area spaces of Residences by Armani Casa that were taken last week by my real estate photographer. While visiting the building, we also toured a jaw-dropping, four-bedroom model unit designed by Artefacto. As you will see from the photos below, the interior finishes of Residences by Armani Casa are simple, yet elegant; clean yet refined, and the views from each room are nothing short of extraordinary.

The kitchen features Armani Dada designed cabinetry, best-in-class kitchen appliances by Wolf and Sub-Zero, Armani Roca designed sinks and faucets, and imported stone countertops and glass backsplashes while the master bathroom showcases a spa-inspired shower with Armani Roca handheld spray and rain shower, marble floors and walls, stone-cladded vanity and stone countertops, and a high-performance Toto Neorest toilet with integrated bidet technology.

This 4-bedroom, 5.5-bath model unit located on the 30th floor of Armani Casa Residences has 3,527 interior square feet plus 1,487 square feet of balcony. With all furnishings included, the asking price is $6.85 million.

Residences by Armani Casa – a Design Collaboration Between Giorgio Armani and Cesar Pelli – Deserves a Curtain Call

Last week, I visited the recently completed Residences by Armani Casa and was thoroughly impressed by its design, quality, and views. As you will see from the photos below, Residences by Armani Casa, with its well-celebrated cast, is a head-turner deserving of a curtain call. Delivered this past December, the 56-story skyscraper was co-developed by Dezer Development and Related Group and co-designed by world-renowned architect César Pelli and iconic fashion designer Giorgio Armani. Pelli designed the tower itself and its floor plans while Armani handled the design of the building’s common area spaces. As if that collaboration weren’t enough, acclaimed landscape architect Enzo Enea added the finishing touches with a well-manicured design of the building’s pool deck and grounds.

The Tower – Designed by César Pelli

Residences by Armani Casa is a 649-foot, all-glass tower located in Sunny Isles Beach at 18975 Collins Avenue. It was designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli, an architecture firm founded by the late César Pelli. Pelli, an Argentine architect who died last year at the age of 92, is best remembered for designing the iconic Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur and the World Financial Center in New York City. To Miamians, he is perhaps better known for designing the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Miami.

As you will see from the photos above and below, Residences by Armani Casa is angled in such a way as to best capture the breathtaking vistas which surround it. The tower offers majestic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, and city skyline. Residences by Armani Casa is capped off by two duplex penthouses, each with over 5,600 interior square feet plus a rooftop terrace with a private pool and summer kitchen. Non-penthouse residences have 10-foot-high ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and 10-foot deep balconies with glass railings.

Residences by Armani Casa has 308 condo residences comprised of two-, three-, and four-bedroom residences plus two penthouse residences, each with five bedrooms. The kitchens are outfitted with Armani Dada designed cabinetry, best-in-class appliances by Wolf and Sub-Zero, Armani Roca designed sinks and faucets, and elegant imported stone countertops and glass backsplashes while the master baths feature marble stone floors and walls, full-stone-cladded vanity and stone countertops, a high-performance Toto Neorest toilet with integrated bidget technology, and a spa-inspired shower with Armani Roca wall-mounted handheld spray and large rain shower. In a subsequent post, I will share photos of a jaw-dropping four-bedroom model unit that was designed by Artefacto.

The Amenities and Common Area Spaces – Designed by Giorgio Armani

The amenities and common area spaces at Residences by Armani Casa were designed by Giorgio Armani’s interior design studio Armani/Casa. Although Residences by Armani Casa is the studio’s first project in the United States, in the Eastern Hemisphere, Armani/Casa is well-reputed for its design of the Armani Hotels in Milan and Dubai. Clad in gold, green, and bronze tones, the common areas spaces at Residences by Armani Casa are a welcome change from the sterile, all-white decors for which Miami is all but known. Combined with Armani’s high attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship, the rich colors create an atmosphere of dignified opulence.

The amenities at Residences by Armani include an oceanfront terrace with infinity-edge swimming pool, hot tub, and poolside food and beverage service; a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking the Atlantic Ocean; a yoga studio with Pilates equipment; a private restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and in-residence delivery; a two-story spa with indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, beauty salon, and his and hers sauna and steam room; a coffee bar; a cigar room; a temperature- and humidity-controlled wine cellar; a game room with pool table; a children’s playroom; and full-service concierge. Additionally, residents of the building enjoy beach amenities, including food and beverage service, towels, and chaise lounges.

Final Thoughts

Residences by Armani Casa is a sleek, modern building with outstanding amenities, luxurious interiors, and breathtaking water views. It deserves consideration from anyone looking to purchase an oceanfront condominium in South Florida. In collaboration, the developers and designers of Residences by Armani Casa delivered to market a magnificent product, one which will impress even the most discerning of buyers.

Ritz-Carlton Residences Sunny Isles Reaches the 41st Floor

The Ritz-Carlton Sunny Isles Beach Residences has reached the 41st floor and construction continues at a pace of one floor per week. Below is a video showing the construction progress to-date. The 52-story, all-glass tower will include just 212 condo residences. Construction of Ritz-Carlton Sunny Isles Beach is expected to top-off this fall with completion expected next year.

RCRSIB Construction Milestone June 2018 (unbranded) from The Residences Sunny Isles Beach on Vimeo.

Estates at Acqualina In Sunny Isles Is Under Construction

The super-luxe Estates at Acqualina has officially begun construction, with the existing beach motel being demolished this week. The developers hope to have the site completely cleared by March and released a video of the beginning of the demolition (below).

To honor the occasion, the developers paired up with two local charities to hold a celebratory event and press conference that was attended by Derek Jeter and Jorge Posada. All of the furniture in the existing structures has been donated to the hurricane relief in Puerto Rico and the Florida Keys, or to victims that have relocated to Florida after the storms.

The new development is expected to be completed in 2020 and features a lobby designed by Karl Lagerfeld and a 50,000 square foot amenity area. Prices of remaining inventory range from $4.2 million to $9 million. Penthouses and single-family homes are priced upon request.

Behold! The Armani Casa Penthouse Floor Plans!

Dezer Development and Related Group have unveiled the Penthouses at the Residences by Armani Casa in Sunny Isles Beach with a very interesting offering. The purchaser has a choice of taking the residences at one price decorator-ready and let their own designer sort out the details, or they can purchase for another price and take advantage of the swank “Armani Package.”

Highlights of the on-of-a-kid Armani lifestyle experience include:
– Two first-class, round trip tickets to Milan.
– A two-night stay in an Armani Deluxe Room at Armani Hotel Milano.
– An after-hours private tour of Giorgio Armani’s flagship store.
– A dedicated personal shopper at Giorgio Armani boutique.
– A stylish night out that includes dinner at Armani/Ristorante and cocktails at the Armani/Prive lounge.

The 56th floor duplex penthouse is exclusively designed by Armani/Casa Interior Design Studio under the artistic direction of Giorgio Armani himself and features 6,138 square feet of oceanfront splendor. There are 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, a service quarters as well as a game/media/play room. It features a rooftop terrace overlooking the ocean, and a 2,197 square foot outdoor living area with a private pool, summer kitchen and wraparound terrace so that the owner may also enjoy Miami’s magical sunset views.

If the buyer opts for the penthouse with the opulent Armani Package with finishings and once-in-a-lifetime getaway, the cost is $17 million. For the raw space, the developer is asking $12.3 million.

The project is expected to be delivered in 2019 and includes 35,000 square feet of amenities that include a lounge and Prive area, an on-site fine dining restaurant, cigar room, wine cellar, heated swimming pool, fitness center with ocean views, two story spa with indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, a movie theater, club room and exclusive beach amenities on the 300 linear foot stretch of private shore.

See below for the floor plan, which has not yet been released to the public. Chic!

Armani Casa Penthouse Floor Plan by Sarah Elles Boggs on Scribd

Sunny Isles Beach Development Boasts 50,000sf Oceanfront Amenity Center

Not to be outdone by anyone, the swank Estates at Acqualina in Sunny Isles will boast a 50,000 square foot amenity center dubbed “Villa Acqualina” with something for residents of all ages. Practically every development in South Florida has a state-of-the-art gym, heated pool, valet and party room, but this is next level! There’s even an ice skating rink and stock trading room!

The 5.6 acre private, gated, oceanfront development recently completed their land purchase and will begin construction by the end of the year. The neighboring Acqualina Resort has been named by US News & World Report as the #1 Hotel in Florida. Remaining residences range from $4 million to $9 million. There is also a $16.75 million penthouse dubbed “Casa d’Oro” with over 11,000 square feet.

According to a press release, the grounds and gardens will boast lush landscaped gardens, multiple infinity pools, a FlowRider® for surfers, a basketball court, a bocce court, a dog park, soccer field, a beachfront restaurant and 502 feet of Atlantic oceanfront with Five Star beach and pool services. 24-hour valet, 24-hour security services, a full service resident concierge and a house Rolls-Royce will also be available.

Check out the video and renderings below to see what else is planned: