Unveiling HUB Miami: A Pinnacle of Mixed-Use Innovation in Downtown Miami

HUB Miami
HUB Miami Tower

In a strategic move that underscores their commitment to innovation and excellence, The John Buck Company, Florida Value Partners, BH Group, and PEBB Enterprises have collectively unveiled HUB Miami. This 41-story mixed-use tower, strategically positioned at 525 NW 2nd Avenue in the heart of Downtown Miami, is poised to redefine the standards of luxury living and premium office space.

HUB Miami stands as a testament to architectural brilliance and thoughtful design, boasting 306 condominium residences and a sprawling 245,000 square feet of Class-A office space. Crafted by the renowned ODP Architects and adorned with interiors by One Line Design Studio, this development seamlessly integrates work and leisure, offering a hyper-connected live-work lifestyle. Its proximity to MiamiCentral Station ensures unparalleled connectivity, facilitating easy travel across major metros throughout Florida.

OneWorld Properties takes the helm as the exclusive sales and marketing brokerage for HUB Miami Residences, with prices starting in the mid $400,000s. On the commercial front, CBRE, a leading real estate firm, will spearhead the leasing efforts for HUB Miami Offices.

Ryan Lovell, Managing Director of Investments at The John Buck Company, expressed his enthusiasm: “HUB Miami marks a pivotal moment for our firm, being our inaugural project in Florida. This development is a strategic response to the burgeoning demand for high-caliber office spaces in Miami, offering a central location and exceptional connectivity.”

HUB Miami Residences introduces a collection of fully furnished residences, starting from the 22nd floor, with a variety of layouts including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Each residence is a paragon of modern luxury, featuring open floor plans, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and gourmet kitchens equipped with Bosch appliances. A state-of-the-art keyless entry system ensures secure and convenient access for all residents.

Residents of HUB Miami will have exclusive access to a suite of amenities, including a cutting-edge fitness center, spa facilities, resident lounges, and work-from-home spaces equipped with video conferencing facilities. The development also features a Sky Lounge bar, resort-style pool, and 24/7 concierge and security services.

HUB Miami Offices offers an impressive 245,000 square feet of Class-A office space, with floor plates ranging from 18,000 to 32,000 square feet. Tenants will enjoy access to private amenities including a fitness center, tenant lounge, conference center, and 24/7 security services.

HUB Miami is a landmark collaboration between four esteemed developers, creating a unique residential and office offering in Downtown Miami. This development not only enhances the city’s skyline but also solidifies its reputation as a thriving economic hub and a desirable destination for both living and working.

New Tower Announced in Brickell- Calle 8

Calle 8 Rendering in Brickell
Calle 8 in Brickell

A new tower with a unique design was just announced in Brickell. The pre-application has just been submitted to Miami-Dade planners for the project Calle 8. Millennium Developments of Brickell, LLC is mentioned as the developer for this development.

The application states 464 residential units with studio to 3 bedroom floor plans with 1 penthouse available.

Floor Plan Availability:

  • 252- studios
  • 37- one bedrooms
  • 167- two bedrooms
  • 7- three bedrooms
  • 1 penthouse

The plans also show a multi-level retail space as well as 467 parking spaces available on 11 levels. The Federal Aviation Administration approved a tower height of 685 feet above ground level or 699 feet above sea level in a letter that was published in May 2023. A gas station is currently on the property. Calle 8 will be designed by BMA Architects of Miami.

Calle 8 Rendering in Brickell

Abbhi Capital Breaks Ground on 2 Million Square Foot Development at Miami Worldcenter

Miami Worldcenter Tower Proposed
Miami Worldcenter Tower Proposed

With a ground-breaking of a 2 million square foot mixed-use development that includes the area’s first significant office building, Abbhi Capital plans to revolutionize Miami Worldcenter.

On September 20th, the city’s Urban Design Review Board will consider the expansive project, which consists of a 59-story residential tower and a 33-story office tower joined by a shared podium with plenty of parking. The property was purchased by SanaProperty8LLC, an affiliate of Abbhi Capital, for a total of $44 million between 2020 and 2021. It is located at 1001 N.E. First Ave. The development will have 1,319 spacious parking places, 7109 square feet of retail and dining space, 368,362 square feet of available commercial space, and 558 residential units.

An amenities deck including a pool, jacuzzi, pickleball courts, fitness center, coworking spaces, media room, and even a dog grooming station will be available to residents and renters on the 12th level. The construction intends to accommodate a variety of lifestyles with the majority of residential apartments beginning on the second floor and ranging from small 570-square-foot studios to roomy three-bedroom residences covering 1,562 square feet.

Ten city blocks make up Miami Worldcenter, which is next to Museum Park, which is home to the Frost Museum of Science and Pérez Art Museum Miami, as well as the FTX Arena, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, and Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College. Miami Worldcenter is the largest and best-connected transit-oriented development in Florida thanks to its proximity to Brightline’s MiamiCentral station, which provides direct train service to Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando and access to Tri-Rail, the Metromover, and the Metrorail.

New Residential Tower Announced in Brickell

Exterior for Residential Tower in Brickell
Exterior for Residential Tower in Brickell

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.

Residential Tower Announced in Brickell

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.

New Renderings Released for the Upper Penthouses at Baccarat Residences Miami

Baccarat Residences Miami Upper Penthouse Terrace
Baccarat Residences Miami Upper Penthouse Terrace

Developers for Baccarat Residences Miami in Downtown Miami have just revealed new upper penthouse renderings and they are stunning.

Rising 75 stories located at 444 Brickell Avenue, the collection includes 324 residences that will begin on the 15th level. The top 3 floors will feature 8 penthouses with immaculate ocean and skyline views. In addition, there will also be 28 riverfront duplexes.

Units will range from 1,330 square feet to over 7,000 square feet, with each unit featuring integrated purified air and water filters, impact-resistant floor-to-ceiling glass doors, 8-foot deep private terraces, and 10-foot high ceilings. Kitchens will be top-of-the-line with high-end appliances, granite counters, and custom cabinetry.

The upper waterfront penthouses will feature 12-floor ceilings, private terraces, summer kitchens, and private pools.

Interior Designed by Meyer Davis Studio, the building design incorporated a mixture of 18th-century French and 1930s Art Deco. The developer includes the Related Group with the landscape architecture designed by Enzo Enea.

The elevated waterfront amenities deck will include an infinity pool with killer views of Miami and Biscayne Bay. Enjoy fine dining at the 10,000-square-foot restaurant that will be announced once construction continues. Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, wine cellar, and tasting room.

DEVELOPMENT OVERVIEW

  • Privileged Brickell waterfront position, where the Miami River meets Biscayne Bay
  • A dazzling contemporary 75-story glass tower
  • Collection of 324 tower residences, 8 penthouses, and 28 riverfront flats and duplexes
  • Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, the Miami River, and the Miami city lights and skyline from every residence
  • Artful service and amenities impeccably curated by Baccarat Hotels & Residences and expertly managed by SH Hotels & Resorts
  • Lushly landscaped waterfront promenade and private marina
  • Planned 10,000 square feet signature waterfront restaurant
  • A curated museum-quality art collection

BUILDING AMENITIES

  • Lushly landscaped secluded private entrance leading to the riverfront arrival court and elegant porte-cochere entrance
  • Exquisitely appointed entrance lobby with grand high ceilings leading directly to three banks of double private elevators to each residence
  • Permanent installation of curated museum-quality art collection throughout the building’s public spaces
  • Elevated 12th-level amenities resort deck loaded with a dramatic zero-entry heated saline swimming pool, outdoor spa, pool-side cabanas, summer kitchen area, and beautifully landscaped sun terrace
  • Glamorously designed Grand Salon set as the ideal location for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations
  • Luxurious Clubroom with bar and billiards, catering kitchen, and multimedia facilities
  • State-of-the-art fully equipped fitness center curated by Altitude
  • Fitness with cardio theater, spinning room, yoga, and meditation rooms, all overlooking the pool deck resort area
  • Hammam spa with men’s and women’s steam and sauna facilities, luxurious treatment rooms, and a spa shop
  • Private screening room with cutting-edge audiovisual equipment and theater-style seating
  • Game room with multimedia facilities and children’s playroom
  • Business Center with conference facilities and private workspaces
  • Gourmet market
  • Wine Cellar and Tasting Room
  • State-of-the-art Chef’s Kitchen and Private Dining room
  • Pet-friendly community with Pet Spa, Grooming, and Walk Service
  • Hair Salon & Barber Station
  • High-speed internet access in all public areas
  • Electric vehicle charging stations
  • Air-conditioned storage rooms
  • Bicycle storage spaces

BACCARAT GLOBAL MEMBER PRIVILEGES

  • Baccarat Owners Circle Services include private shopping, discounts on Baccarat crystal, discounted engraving and gilding, and priority status for custom production
  • Exclusive tour package to Baccarat France, available only to owners of Baccarat Residences
  • Invitations to Baccarat events worldwide
  • Preferred service and privileges at Maison’s Baccarat (Paris and Moscow), BBar (Tokyo), and Crystal Rooms worldwide
  • Hotel privileges in Baccarat Hotels and SH Hotels & Resorts worldwide

Baccarat Residences has an estimated completion date of 2026. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the units at Baccarat Residences Miami, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Baccarat Residences Miami Upper Penthouse Lounge

Financing Secured and Ground Breaking Scheduled for the Village at Coral Gables

The Village of Coral Gables
The Village of Coral Gables

By the end of July, MG Developer is expected to break ground on the Village of Coral Gables, which will include a mix of for-sale villas, townhomes, lofts, and flats. MG Developer has also obtained a $67.5 million construction loan. The Miami-based developer, headed by CEO Alirio Torrealba, received the loan from Churchill Real Estate.

The Village at Coral Gables is situated at 535 Santander Avenue and spread across 17 lots, bounded by Malaga Avenue, Santander Avenue, Segovia Street, and Hernando Street. 

The new images offer a sneak peek at a few of the excellent features that will honor the city’s legacy while providing for contemporary opulent conveniences. The large wellness clubhouse exudes a modern and tropical environment. It was created in the manner of the Mediterranean revival, and its color palette combines natural tones with lush green flora and subtle gold décor accents.

The exquisitely designed amenity spaces raise the bar for contemporary living in historic Coral Gables and were curated by MG Development in association with renowned architect De La Guardia Victoria Architects & Urbanists. Some amenities include like high-speed wi-fi and a large monitor screen to host virtual meetings and more. They also include a fitness wing, a luxurious plunge pool, a library, and a conference center.

The carefully chosen interiors draw inspiration from Seville, Spain’s visual appeal and way of life, MG Developer sought to carry on George Merrick’s legacy. The boutique 48-home private enclave will honor Merrick’s tradition and history in a timeless yet contemporary manner.

A full block of courtyards will be incorporated into The Village at Coral Gables, which will be surrounded by gardens with alcoves modeled after those in the Plaza de Espaa. Fifty percent of the site is anticipated to be covered with lush vegetation and hidden parking garages with decorative elements that go well with the Coral Gables neighborhood.

Townhomes, Lofts, Villas, and Flats are the four main groupings offered at The Village at Coral Gables. The style and size of the residences will vary, ranging from elegant flats with two bedrooms, a study, and a balcony to attractive townhomes with four bedrooms that are between 1,750 and 3,100 square feet in size.

Construction is expected to be completed by 2024. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at the Village of Coral Gables, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

New Residential Project Approved in Miami Beach- 72 Park

72 Park Miami Beach
72 Park Miami Beach

72 Park, a condominium tower approved for short-term rentals that will be built in Miami Beach, has been announced by the NYC and Miami-based development company Lefferts. This will be the first new luxury tower on Miami Beach to allow vacation or short-term rentals when it is finished in early 2024.

The project will include 206 units with sizes ranging from 470 to 1,177 square feet and prices beginning in the $700,000s. In late July, 72 Park’s topping-off ceremony is anticipated to take place.

The stunning 22-story project by national architecture firm Built Form is situated at 580 72nd Street in Miami Beach. When finished, the opulent tower will provide residents with breathtaking 360-degree views of everything from Downtown Miami to the Intracoastal Waterway.

The LEED Gold-certified condominium tower features Jr., one-, two-, and three-bedroom units with spacious floor plans, high ceilings, deep balconies, Italian cabinetry, imported stone, and energy-efficient appliances. Urban Robots Associates designed the interiors and landscapes. Floor to ceiling, impact-resistant glass, keyless entry with SALTO and smart access controls, individually controlled central AC and heating systems, and high-end bathroom fixtures, hardware, and accessories will all be included in the fully furnished offerings for each unit. Five high-speed passenger elevators with access control and high-speed, fiber-optic Wi-Fi are examples of advanced smart building features.

Additionally, the building offers 64,000 square feet of amenities to its residents, including a large 35,000-square-foot amenity deck with nearly an acre of lush, tropical landscaping, a 150-foot-long resort-style pool with cabanas, a bar and lounge with indoor and outdoor seating, a state-of-the-art fitness center with yoga lounge, a 24/7 coworking lounge with private “pods,” a kids playroom, and a private outdoor barbecue area.

A double-height lobby with wraparound floor to ceiling windows displays 8,500 square feet of excellent ground-level retail space, including the upcoming Roberta’s restaurant and pizzeria by two-Michelin-starred chef Carlo Mirarchi.

72 Park is situated in a park, close to the Miami Beach Tennis Academy, North Shore Park, a vast indoor and outdoor sports and recreation complex with 12 tennis courts, pickleball courts, and two baseball diamonds, the Miami Beach Bandshell outdoor amphitheater, a historic cultural center, Normandy Shores Golf Club, and the new Miami Beach Aquatic Center and Park, which will house an Olympic-size pool, a community library, and a community center. Residents are offered beach service, which includes transportation and free use of recreational tools including Boogie Boards, paddleboards, bikes, and more.

Lefferts’ long-term commitment to reviving this Miami Beach neighborhood and ushering in a new age of investment and growth for one of the most sought-after coastal communities includes four residential complexes, including the project at 72 Park.

Construction Update for 1775 Biscayne Boulevard in Edgewater

1775 Biscayne Boulevard Miami
1775 Biscayne Boulevard Miami

The Regulatory and Economic Resources Department of Miami-Dade has received plans for stormwater improvements at an Edgewater development site at 1775 Biscayne Boulevard.

In a letter included with the submission, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services stated that it had been hired to handle the permit processing for the project’s proposed drainage improvements. Another permit for a fence was submitted this month as well.

The proposed development will include a 42-story skyscraper with a parking garage, amenities, residential, and retail space.

The proposed project includes studios to two-bedroom units all equipped with stainless steel appliances, washers and dryers, and quartz countertops.

Amenities:

  • 600 space garage
  • WiFi throughout the building
  • Gym
  • Rooftop pool deck
  • Outdoor patio
  • Grilling space
  • Tenant lounges
  • Co-working spaces
  • Conference spaces
  • Package retrieval services
  • 14,000 square feet of ground-floor shops

The Silvermans initially planned a 53-story mixed-use skyscraper on the site with 444 residential units, 200 hotel keys, 45,600 square feet of commercial space, 64,500 square feet of office space, and a 546-parking garage through their V Downtown subsidiary. A Miami board approved the necessary exemptions for the construction in 2017, but the project was never completed.

Construction is anticipated to begin in early 2024 with completion in 2026.

Federal Aviation Administration Approves Brickell Key Project

One Island Drive in Brickell Key
One Island Drive in Brickell Key
Swire Properties Reveals One Island Drive

According to developer Swire Properties, the Federal Aviation Administration has approved two towers on Brickell Key, One Island Drive. Tower 1 will rise 1,044 feet tall while Tower 2 will rise 691 feet.

One Island Drive will be a tranquil haven with two magnificent buildings, situated at the southernmost tip of Brickell Key, the private island community that Swire Properties has been building for more than 40 years. The luxurious collection of 220 two- to four-bedroom private homes with expansive floorplans of up to 4,700 square feet and two prestigious duplex penthouses at the top of the building, each spanning over 6,000 square feet, will be found in the first tower, known as “The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami,” which rises to a height of over 800 feet. The second tower will rise 400 feet tall and will feature 151 rooms with the famous North American Mandarin Oriental Hotel in addition to 61 private Residences and 28 hotel Residences.

Residence Features

  • Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay
  • Resort-style podium
  • 100,000 square feet of amenities
  • Multi-tiered landscaped infinity pools
  • Private cabanas
  • Work lounges
  • Private dining room
  • Chef kitchens
  • Top-notch restaurants
  • Signature spa
  • Cutting-edge health and wealth facilities

An award-winning international design team, each at the top of their respective industries, will work together to create One Island Drive, a landmark of understated elegance on the waterfront. The bold exterior design by Kohn Pederson Fox Associates (KPF) will redefine the skyline; the interiors of The Residences by Parisian designer Tristan Auer; the interiors of the hotel by AD 100 and Elle Décor A-List Parisian designer Laura Gonzalez; and the landscape architecture by renowned Thai firm Shma. For Auer, Gonzalez, and Shma, this is their first commission for new development in the country.

One Island Drive will be the first residential building to be constructed on Brickell Key in the last 15 years. Pricing will begin at $3,500,000 when sales begin in the latter half of 2023.

If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at One Island Drive, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.

One Island Drive Announced on Brickell Key