Chicago-based developer Focus has recently released renderings for a new 39-story residential tower in Brickell. The abandoned Starlite Motel land in Brickell is where the residential tower will be built. The Starlite Motel has already been demolished in preparation for construction.
On August 30, Miami-Dade County received the zoning and general plan applications. The project is being approved through the county’s Rapid Transit zoning procedure, which has grown to be a popular substitute for the City of Miami approval procedure. From a pre-application submission on August 4, renderings have been revised. Gensler is the architect.
Development Information:
517 residential units
8,282 sq. ft. of ground floor
indoor/outdoor and rooftop amenity space
506 parking spaces
According to a letter from the developer, the project also has cross-block connectivity on the ground floor via a driveway and walkway on the west side of the property, which will enhance both vehicular and pedestrian circulation inside and outside the development.
Summit Brickell Proposed in Brickell Miami
In the Brickell district of Miami, Lore Development Group has submitted designs for, Summit Brickell, a mixed-use development at 1015 Southwest 1st Avenue.
The 69-story tower would be built on a 22,712-square-foot plot of land that is near the Brickell Metromover Station, on the southeast corner of SW 1st Avenue and SW 10th Street. The almost 843-foot-tall building, designed by Corwil Architects, would have an interior area of 875,525 square feet, including 500 residential units, 2,174 square feet of ground-floor retail space, and an integrated 11-story garage with 480 parking spaces.
Renderings of a modern, elegant tower with rounded corners and dynamic moving volumes have just been unveiled. This tower is intended to easily blend into the surrounding urban landscape. The tower’s use of continuous balconies, which gracefully round the building and provide future occupants with spectacular panoramic metropolitan views, is a standout feature. With an approximate height of 843 feet, the tower dominates the Brickell skyline and dwarfs nearby buildings in size. The height between the mechanical level and elevator bulkhead and the rooftop is around 825 feet.
The property has a gross area of 1.011 acres, or 44,020 square feet, and a net area of 0.520 acres, or 22,712 square feet, according to the registration paperwork. The property was purchased for $35 million by Lore Development Group, a partnership between Leste Group and the Brazilian real estate company Opportunity Fundo de Investimento Imobiliário. It consists of several properties, including 74, 78, 84, and 88 SW 10th Streets, 1013, 1015, and 1021 SW 1st Avenues.
The property is expected to offer a range of unit sizes, from 496 to 1,436 square feet, including studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom floorplans. It is anticipated that the flats will be offered for rent given their size. Residents will have access to additional recreational areas thanks to the facilities, which will be housed on the 13th and 69th floors and include a rooftop pool deck.
Due to the fact that this is the pre-application stage, detailed information regarding the material board is not available. However, it may be assumed from the elevation diagrams that the balconies will include wrap-around glass railings, acting as both decorative and utilitarian elements that emphasize the towers’ elevations. Floor-to-ceiling glass panels with aluminum frames are anticipated for the windows, and gray stucco is probably what will be used to complete the external walls. A metal mesh screen is planned to cover the garage, adding a distinctive visual aspect. Additionally, it is planned to add glass panels to the towers’ crowns to further improve the development’s aesthetic appeal.
According to reports, construction on the project will begin in June 2024 and finish in the summer of 2027.
Rooftop Skydeck Design Revealed for Lofty Brickell
Newgard Development Group has recently revealed designs for a rooftop sky deck on the 44th floor at Lofty Brickell.
The 10,000-square-foot space can host private events of all sizes, from intimate corporate get-togethers to wedding celebrations. The rooftop will have a catering kitchen, a private pool, modular couches, movable bars, and gorgeous vegetation. When events are not occurring, owners will have exclusive use of the area.
According to the newest press release, the project has reportedly been sold out more than 92% overall with a few penthouse units left, beginning at $2.2 million.
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, 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 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.
Groundbreaking Scheduled for 2200 Brickell
Ortega Construction Company has been chosen as the general contractor for 2200 Brickell, a new residential complex in Miami’s Brickell district by Aria complex Group, Largo, and Place Projects. This five-story boutique building with 105 homes will be built by Ortega Construction Company, known for its outstanding reputation in the industry. 2200 Brickell, designed by Revuelta Architecture International with interiors by ODA, is positioned to make a distinctive contribution to the burgeoning real estate market in the area.
2200 Brickell aspires to satisfy the desire for a great living environment and has been dubbed an urban sanctuary that smoothly combines city life with a paradise-like setting. The project’s distinctive blend of hospitable workspaces, active residential lifestyles, and family-friendly living, according to Largo founder Nick Werner, sets it different from other developments in Brickell. Ortega Construction was chosen as a partner in the development of 2200 Brickell because of their vast industry knowledge and capacity to complete high-quality projects on schedule.
An award-winning general contractor with its headquarters in Miami, Ortega Construction Company is renowned for its outstanding work on projects including The Fairchild, First Street, Grand Station Tower, and Grove Station Tower. The team for 2200 Brickell is dedicated to completely comprehending the project’s logistics, the local area, and the traffic patterns on Brickell Avenue while development is taking place. To create a superb end result that homeowners can enjoy for generations, attention to detail and a focus on quality will be prioritized throughout the construction process, with special emphasis on the rooftop amenity deck.
The collaboration with Aria Development, Largo, and Place Projects on 2200 Brickell excites Michael Ortega, President & CEO of Ortega Construction Company. The project stands out as a special offering in South Florida due to its amazing location, outstanding amenities, and overall design.
The condos at 2200 Brickell, which are situated on Brickell’s storied Millionaire’s Row, were painstakingly created to improve the quality of life for inhabitants by fusing organic and geometric design features. The building has garden villas and condominiums with two, three, and four bedrooms that range in size from 1,200 to 2,100 square feet.
Building Amenities:
One-acre rooftop sanctuary
Resort-style pool
Outdoor spa
Pool-side cabanas
Pickleball court
Summer kitchen
Outdoor fitness area designed by Homage Fitness
Children’s play area designed by Silver Hill Arts
Quarter-mile walking track
Bicycle storage
Custom children’s playroom by Silver Hill Arts
State-of-the-art indoor fitness center by Homage Fitness
Wellness lounge with a treatment room and sauna
Work-from-home suites with conference room
Resident lounge
Entertaining space
Luxer One automated parcel storage with a contactless digital package developer system
Double-height 24-hour attended lobby
Above ground park with direct residence access
On-site valet parking
Electric vehicle charging stations
The 2200 Brickell project is scheduled to begin construction in the fourth quarter of 2023, and residences there start at $1.2 million.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at 2200 Brickell, 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.
Meet Miami’s Newest Mediterranean-Basque Restaurant Now Open in Brickell- Zeru
The Mediterranean-Basque cuisine that has made Zeru famous in Mexico City has now open its first overseas location in Miami’s Brickell.
Zeru is located on the bottom floor of the Hotel AKA Brickell, and the location allows guests up to a 200-seat indoor/outdoor capacity with a modern design and a 20-seat bar.
Founder of Zeru, Israel Aretxiga states, “We will maintain Zeru’s essence and its signature interpretation of Basque and Mediterranean food, but we’ll also welcome the excellent ingredients and products that Miami has to offer and, in some ways, adapt to the local gastronomic culture.”
According to Aretxiga, Zeru’s cuisine is based on the century-old roasters in the Basque Country of Getaria, Orio, and San Sebastián, a method he describes as “as ancestral as the origin of gastronomy, with inspiration from the variety of foodstuffs from the Mediterranean coast of Spain.”
Seafood, as well as healthier and lighter options, will be extensively emphasized on Zeru’s menu. Highlights include the mojo octopus, grilled fresh clams with grilled lemon and espelette miso, and socarrat mellow rice saffron with seafood.
In 2009, The Zeru Group opened its first eatery in México City’s southern region. Since then, Gentleman Mexico magazine has given the restaurant an award for creativity in food.
Zeru is open daily from 12:30pm to 3pm and 6pm to 11pm.
Sales Launch for ORA By Casa Tua in Brickell
Sales have begun for ORA by Casa Tua, the newest development of short-term rentals in Brickell, located at 1210 Brickell. The 76-story mixed-use building being built by Edgardo Defortuna’s Fortune International Group will have 540 units with 25,000 square feet devoted to four new concept eateries. The restaurants include a Mediterranean restaurant-UVA, a dining experience Fuoco, a 24 hour bakery and market-Terra, and a rooftop bar and lounge.
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.
Amenities:
Private office spaces
Conference rooms
Content production rooms
Bar lounges
Outdoor seating
Second Pool with sun deck, loungers, cabanas, and a jacuzzi
Show kitchen
Private event space
Lush green vegetation
Three-story open sky garden
Two-floor fitness and wellness facility with a harman and couples treatment rooms
Entertainment bar
Residence Feature:
Floor-to-ceiling windows
10 foot ceilings
Italian-designed kitchen with premium appliances
Italian-designed bathrooms with imported fixtures
Smart home technology
Pre-wired for high-speed internet
Roomy walk-in closets
Washers and dryer
Views of Brickell, Biscayne Bay, and Coconut Grove
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.
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.
