New Argentine Restaurant Opens its First US Location in North Miami Beach
Photo Credit: La Birra Bar
La Birra Bar is a 20-year-old family-owned restaurant that has officially opened its doors in North Miami Beach. This Argentina restaurant has made a name for itself and has already challenged burger restaurants throughout Miami-Dade.
Known for being “The Best Burger in the World,” the challenge is clear: try and beat their world-class burgers. They don’t consider their burgers like any burgers. They call them creations and they have spent years concocting the perfect recipe. Ingredients like aioli, confit tomatoes, and Milanese mozzarella cheese make their burgers what they are; delicious.
Although they are known for their burgers (which there are 40 different ones to choose from), they also showcase wings, chicken tenders, and ribs. They were also home to the ‘Elite’ ice cream, which was just added to their menu.
Daniel, Roxana, and Renzo Cocchia are the owners and operators of La Birra Bar which originally started as a cafeteria but later became what it is today. Ice cream maker and pastry chef, Matías Dragun recently added the elite ice cream to the menu. His ice cream recently won third place in January at the Ice Cream World Cup in January 2021.
La Birra Bar currently has 12 locations Buenos Aires, Madrid, and now North Miami Beach.
Natiivo Miami Tower Construction Update
With all the buzz happening over new construction in Miami, here is something else to get hyped about! Over the weekend, 1,400 tons of rebar was reinforced along with 4,400 cubic yards of concrete poured for Natiivo Miami. In the next few weeks, we should start seeing construction go vertical.
Natiivo will mix all of the amenities of a luxury hotel with the hospitality of a residential tower. Located in the heart of downtown Miami at 601 NE 1st AvenueNatiivo will rise 51 stories with incredible views of the Miami skyline as well as Biscayne Bay.
Designed and curated by Urban Robot, Natiivo is the first home-sharing condo/hotel residential tower that will utilize services to their owners with the ability to rent out their condos as short-term or long-term rentals. Owners have the ability to manage their own rentals or utilize Natiivo’s services.
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Natiivo will feature finished and fully furnished 448 residential units with 16 types of floor plans. Units range from studio to three-bedroom suites with 492 to 1,633 square foot options. 601 Miami will also feature 240 hotel rooms managed by Gale Miami Hotel. The building will also offer 3 floors of 70,000 square feet of amenities including offices, food, and beverage rental spaces.
Work Amenities:
Co-working spaces
Private offices
Flexible office arrangements
Video-capable conference rooms
Quiet rooms
Phone booths
Cutting-edge technology and connectivity
Office host
Coffee and juice bar
Amphitheater
Meeting/presentation rooms
Social Amenities:
Specialty restaurant and bar
Dining terrace
Social area with full-service cafe and cocktail bar
Drink and dine lounge areas
Media lounge
Live show and events lounge
The porch
Speakeasy
DJ and live performances
Programmed events
Splash Amenities:
Sun deck
Poolside beverage and food service
Native tropical landscaping
Cabana bar
Pool towel services
Fit Amenities:
Juice bar
Yoga and Pilates studio
Boxing ring with punching bags
Peloton equipment
Weight station
Cross-training/Crossfit
Spa/treatment rooms
Sauna/steam rooms
Locker rooms
Outdoor terrace/training
The Fit Boutique
Construction will continue for Natiivo with an anticipated completion date of 2023. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Natiivo, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Purchased Miami Beach Mansion for a Knockout Price
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Floyd Mayweather Jr., former heavyweight boxing champion recently purchased a waterfront mansion for $18 million.
This home built in 2011 is located at 288 South Coconut Lane on the ultra-exclusive Palm Island in Miami Beach. This waterfront mansion features 3 floors of 10,853 square feet of living space all on a third of an acre. The 9 bedrooms, 10.5 bathrooms boasts 360 degrees views of the Miami skyline, bay, and the ocean.
The amenities for this gorgeous home include an outdoor movie theater, gym, dock, pool, and a 4 car garage. This waterfront home also features a private boat dock that can accommodate a 100-foot boat dock.
The home was originally listed in 2016 for $21.8 million and has since then been on and off the market with the last list price of $19.9 million. The Viyellas originally purchased the lot in 2009 for $2.7 million.
Candido Viyella, a former Morgan Stanley executive, and his wife Annabelle are listed as the sellers for this property, records show. Fojoso LLC, a Nevada-based corporation managed by Mayweather shows as the purchaser of the property.
Mayweather is not a new resident of Miami. Just last year, he sold his Pine Tree Drive home in Miami Beach for $6.3 million. He originally paid $7.7 million for the property.
Mayweather is considered one of the best boxers in the last 10 years. According to Forbes, Mayweather is also considered one of the top-earning athletes of 2019, earning around $915 million for that year.
Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Receives Official Approval for Demolition
The Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Miami will rise 100 stories at 1,049 feet tall making it the “highest skyscraper south of Manhattan.” In June, the developers launched Waldorf Astoria’s official sales gallery located at 400 Biscayne Bay, right across from the construction site.
Waldorf Astoria has received official approval to begin clearing the site. According to the Miami Building Department, the demolition permit was submitted in early June 2021 and officially approved on August 4, 2021.
Clearing the actual 5,000 square foot site is estimated to cost around $30,000. The developer is working with The BG Group for demolition.
The developers include PMG with Sieger-Suarez Architects are the designers for the project. This tower will be truly one-of-a-kind with a unique design featuring 9 stacked glass cubes offsetting each other as they go vertical. Design interior created by BAMO design firm.
Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences will rise 1,049 feet tall and will feature 360 condos, 205 hotel rooms, and suites.
Tower Amenities:
Peacock Alley
True Waldorf Service and concierge
Unobstructed views of city and downtown skyline, Miami Beach and Atlantic Ocean
Waldorf Astoria immersive resort-style pool with outdoor café and private cabanas
Private Bar/ Wine Tasting Room
Signature Restaurant
All-Day Dining Brasserie
Pre-function and function spaces
Meeting and boardrooms
Waldorf Astoria Kids Club
24-hour valet parking
Signature spa
Leading-edge fitness center with private training studios
Residential Amenities:
24-hour doormen and lobby desk attendants
Private porte cochère with 24-hour valet service and private residential entry
24-hour concierge services in addition to dedicated on-site professionals
Live-in resident manager and 24-hour security
Front-door package and service delivery via signature Concierge Closet
Owners Lounge with high ceilings
Billiard and entertainment room with panoramic bay views
Designed for private functions and equipped with adjacent catering kitchen
Private residential pool deck with whirlpools with lounging areas
Exclusive Waldorf Astoria Miami access and benefits, including preferred spa and restaurant rates and access to à la carte hotel services
Property Markets Group, Greybrook, and Hilton are also partnering on the project. The groundbreaking is still planned for the beginning of 2022.
Modera Biscayne Bay Construction Nears Completion with Resident Occupancy Beginning in August 2021
Modera Biscayne Bay in Edgewater is a 28 story tower that has neared completion. Construction originally began in 2019 but was delayed due to the pandemic. The tower topped off construction in May and began pre-leasing shortly after.
According to the developer, Modera has leased 45% of its units within the first month of pre-leasing. Starting in August, the new residents can begin to move in.
Rising 28 stories, Modera Biscayne Bay is located at 2150 N. Bayshore Drive in Edgewater. Modera is set at a prime location near shopping, dining, and entertainment. According to Mill Creek Residential, the project will include a new walking connection from Bayshore Drive to 22nd Street underneath Modera.
Mill Creek Residential is the developer for this project and Corwil Architects is responsible for the design.
The mixed-use tower features 296 apartments, 11,000 square feet of retail space, and an 8-story parking garage with 425 spaces.
Building Amenities:
ROOFTOP HOTEL-INSPIRED POOL
27TH FLOOR BAY VIEW OUTDOOR TERRACE
CLUBROOM WITH DEMONSTRATION KITCHEN, GAME AREA, PRIVATE LIVING AND DINING AREAS FOR ENTERTAINING, AND SEPARATE CATERING KITCHEN
CLUB-QUALITY FITNESS CENTERYOGA/PILATES STUDIO WITH VIRTUAL FITNESS CLASSES ON DEMAND
UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS OF THE OCEAN IN THE LOUNGE
OUTDOOR GRILLING AREA
INTERNET LOUNGE AND PRIVATE OFFICES
CONFERENCE ROOM
GOURMET COFFEE BAR
24-HOUR SELF-SERVICE PACKAGE LOCKERS
ADDITIONAL STORAGE
BIKE STORAGE
PARKING GARAGE
PET SPA
Residence Features
1-, AND 2- AND 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT HOMES (DEN AND PENTHOUSE ALSO AVAILABLE)
QUARTZ COUNTERS WITH TILE BACKSPLASHES IN THE KITCHEN
STAINLESS STEEL ENERGY STAR APPLIANCES
TILE FLOORING
FULL-SIZE WASHER AND DRYERKEY FOB ENTRY SYSTEM
BAY VIEW BALCONIES
WIFI PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTATS
WALK-IN CLOSETS WITH MASTER CLOSET LUXE UPGRADES
WINE STORAGE
BUILT-IN SHELVING AND DESK AREAS
MOVABLE ISLANDS
15-FOOT CEILINGS
DOUBLE VANITIES
For more information on Modera Biscayne Bay or any other towers in Edgewater, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Waterfront Mansion in Coconut Grove Breaks Record at $65 Million
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A new record is in the books for Miami-Dade home sales. A waterfront spec mansion just sold for $65 million. Located in Coconut Grove, this home is the highest price sold residential home in Miami-Dade County history.
According to tax records, the property was traded for $50 million but multiple sources stated the home actually sold for $65 million which included the cost of completing construction on the home.
The home is located at 3488 Saint Gaudens Road and was sold by a company that is managed by Isaac Perez. According to the Real Deal and Tampa Bay Times, Isaac Perez is a longtime Key Biscayne resident who is an heir to a Venezuelan oil fortune.
The buyer is unknown but does have a Delaware LLC. Perez’s sister is also listed as the manager of the company.
The estate features 3 parcels totaling 4.3 acres with a pool deck, jacuzzi, boat dock, and outdoor entertaining space with a waterfall.
The lots were originally a part of a larger property that Perez purchased for $18 million in 2013. The 4th lot that a new mansion was built on was separated and sold a year ago for $6.2 million.
The transaction was financed with a $20 million loan from the Maxim Credit Group. This record sale passed the $50 million 2019 sale of the estate at 3 Indian Creek Island Road.
BVLGARI is Expected to Launch its First US Hotel Location in 2024 in Miami Beach
Bvlgari is known for its one-of-a-kind luxury products but that isn’t limited to its line of watches and accessories. They also have 11 branded hotels in Milan, London, and Dubai, just to name a few. With their recent expansions in Moscow and Paris, the brand has also decided to open its first location in the United States at none other than one of the hottest cities in the country, Miami Beach.
Located at 100 21st Street, the hotel will be waterfront with direct Miami beach access. The location will place Bvlgari just a few steps from the Miami Art Deco district. Bvlgari originally purchased the property for $140 million.
Because of its location, the project was recent approved by the Miami Historic Preservation Committee. Bvlgari Hotel will feature its signature Italian luxury brand while still celebrating its 1950’s style and historical significance.
The Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel will be finalizing the design and restoration of the property in the coming months. The hotel will feature 100 rooms with most of them suites, a spa, outdoor pool, fitness amenities, a restaurant by Chef Niko Romito, and a Bvlgari branded bar.
According to the CEO of Jean-Christophe Babin, “We are particularly proud to have secured such an extraordinary location for the new Bvlgari Hotel in Miami. This will be our first property in the United States which is a key market for our Brand and we are delighted to add the vibrant and glamorous Miami Beach to our Collection.”
Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts is expected to begin construction in quarter 4 of 2021 with an anticipated opening date in 2024.
Four Seasons Miami Sold for $130 Million
Developer for the Four Seasons Surf Club in Surfside recently purchased the Four Seasons Miami in Brickell for $130 Million. With this purchase, Fort Partners (developer for Four Seasons) now have full control over all of the Four Season properties in South Florida.
The deal was financed through a New York company Madison Realty Capital for a $105 million loan. The full purchase price is unknown but according to the press release, the property traded for close to $130 million. This selling price equals $588,000 per room.
The hotel located at 1435 Brickell Avenue is a part of a 70-story tower that includes residential units, retail, parking, and a gym. The hotel was completed in 2003 and was considered then the tallest tower in Miami.
According to the Managing Principal and Co-found of Fort Partners, their plans are to renovate the hotel. They also want to ‘modernize’ the hotel rooms, lobby, and pool deck. They are also looking for additional food and beverage restaurants/bars to join the brand.
The sellers for the hotel include Westbrook Partner, a New York-based company. They purchased the property 10 years ago with a 3 part deal to eliminate debt on another Miami Property. They originally acquired the property for $40 million. Fort Partners was represented by JLL’s Jim Dockerty, Kevin Davis, and Mark Fisher.
Last year, the tourism industry stood at a pause as well as a dim future. Now, that states have opened up and are allowing travel, we are seeing more hotel transactions. In June, Pebblebrook Hotel purchased Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort for $270 million. Allen Morris Company, Stormont Hospitality, and Black Salmon teamed up to purchase a Miami Beach hotel for $25.5 million. TPG Real Estate Partners have also purchased 2 hotels in Edgewater for $61 million.
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Construction Begins on Modera Skyler Phase II in Downtown Miami
Modera Skylar Phase II is a new development located in the River district of downtown Miami. Situated just north of the Miami River, this 21-story tower will feature 97 units with panoramic views of the city.
This project is being developed alongside the original Modera Skylar (which was recently remodeled), developed by Mill Creek Residential.
Located at 1444 NW 14TH Avenue, Miami FL 33125, Modera Skylar residents will have the option of 1 to 3 bedroom floorplans with den options. Floor plans range from 805-1,146 square foot options with pricing at $2,185 to $2,668 monthly.
Modera Skylar is conveniently located near restaurants and shopping with multiple commuter options available. Amenities of Phase II are similar to that of the original Modera but phase II will feature a 2-story amenity center with a resident loft. A dog park, controlled access parking, and dry-cleaning services will be the newest addition to Modera Skyler.
Modera Unit Amenities
Redesigned kitchens with stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, and tile backsplash
Vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire home
LED Light Fixtures
New sink and faucet features
Solar shades in every room
Private balcony
In-home washer and dryer
9-foot ceilings
Pantry
Ceramic tile flooring
Generous closet space
Glass top stove
Breakfast bars
Linen closet
Two full baths
Walk-in shower
Wrap-around balconies
Views of weekly fireworks show at Marlins Park
*Select homes
Modera Building Amenities
Redesigned rooftop pool and sundeck
Poolside lounge seating with cabanas and daybeds
Soothing rooftop hot tub
Reimagined outdoor entertainment area with grills and lounge seating
Outdoor lawn with lounge seating and cornhole
New GymRax outdoor fitness system
24-hour fitness center
Chic resident clubhouse with lounge seating and TVs
Entertainment kitchen in the clubroom
Coffee bar
WiFi lounge
Stunning sunset views from the rooftop
Unobstructed views of Downtown Miami and Marlins Stadium
Dog – and cat-friendly
Ample parking
Reserved covered parking
Online rent payments and service requests
Elevator access
Controlled access entry
Easy access to public transportation
Located in the Health District near the University of Miami School of Medicine
Convenient Downtown location
Minutes from Wynwood Arts District, great restaurants, shopping, and more
Construction for Modera Skyler Phase II is anticipated to be completed by September 2022.
