Official Groundbreaking Date Set for E11EVEN Hotel & Residences

The long-awaited date for E11EVEN Hotel & Residences groundbreaking is finally set and we can’t be more excited. On November 11, 2021, construction will begin on the 65-story tower located in the Park West District in Miami.

One of the developers, PMG, posted on their social media accounts the big news along with the tower being 98% sold. This is of no surprise as E11EVEN is considered one of the fastest-selling condominium projects in the last decade. In February when sales were first announced, the units were at 80% sold.

PMG also announced in early June that they were also accepting cryptocurrency for the units. We are unsure of the total number of units that were purchased with the digital currency.

Construction plans were officially submitted on Wednesday, October 13, 2021. The plans include the demolition permit for site clearing and those are now under review. There is currently no pending or submitted construction permit.

The demolition contractor is listed as John Moriarty & Associated. The developer includes Property Markets Group (PMG) and E11EVEN Partners. Sieger Suarez Architects is responsible for the tower design. Interiors will be curated by AvroKO Hospitality Group.

The residences are fully finished and fully furnished starting at $300,000 and the floor plans consist of studio to 2 bedrooms. There is also a limited Penthouse Collection and 2 Presidential Suites.

Building Features

• E11EVEN® app for concierge services and building amenities
• Common areas featuring museum-quality curated fine art and installations
• Limited Penthouse Collection and two Presidential Suites
• Views of the Miami skyline, Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean
• Club E11EVEN® Bar & Lounge
• 5-Star gourmet food hall
• Casino-Style Sports Lounge
• Chopra Spa & Studio mind & body experiences featuring a state-of-the-art fitness center, meditation, yoga, and customized treatment services
• 20,000 Square-foot, ultra-modern multi-level E11EVEN® Day Club and pool sits above 11 stories, overseeing the stunning Miami skyline
• E11EVEN’s® rooftop experience is a unique 24/11 poolside venue featuring its own signature dining experience
• E11EVEN® Beach Club
• Complimentary 24-hour valet

Residence Features

• 9’6 – 10’ floor-to-ceiling windows varies by floor with stunning Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay views
• Smart home technology experience. Includes integrated audio, video, and lighting systems
• Contemporary lighting package
• All residences include LED (or water-based) fireplace in every living room
• Fully built-out closets in the master bedrooms
• Washer and dryer
• French balconies in select residences
• Pre-wired for high-speed communications, multiple telephone lines, and cable
• All residences include a signature Home Essentials Package: silverware, glassware, linens, sheets, towels
• 11 Resident Membership Package featuring an exclusive beach club, day pool, and ultra club access
• Kitchens with custom countertops and backsplashes
• Imported and custom kitchen and bathroom cabinetry by Italkraft
• Subzero and Wolf appliance package includes microwave, dishwasher, convection oven, and refrigerator
• Waterworks bathroom fixtures, features & accessories
• Frameless glass-enclosed showers

If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the units at E11EVEN Hotel & Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Echo Brickell Penthouse with Indoor Pool Lists for $39.5 Million

There are many condos that have truly taken our breath away over the years but this one has left us absolutely stunned. From its 28 foot ceilings, all the way to its 360-degree water views to its indoor pool, we can’t stop drooling over this penthouse that just hit the market at Echo Brickell.

Located at 1451 Brickell Ave, Miami, this duplex penthouse has everything you need and more. Listed at a cool price of $39.5 million, the unit stretches 11,000 square feet over 2 floors, 56th and 57th.

The penthouse features 5 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms each with custom built-ins and magnificent views. The unit truly feels like a mansion with the bedrooms above and the main living areas below.

Amenities are in abundance in this ultra-luxury penthouse. The indoor sky pool is perfectly placed with floor-to-ceiling folding doors for the natural weather exposure. The signature staircase unfolds to a unique green foliage wall accenting the marble and glass throughout.

The custom kitchen opens to living space that is a designer’s dream. The grand suite features two dual baths, designer closets, and a midnight bar. All of the bathrooms are custom-crafted marble pieces.

This unit features 6 parking spaces, 4 elevators, an office, staff quarters, and a full wellness package with a sauna and fitness room.

Echo Brickell is a 180 unit residential tower that rises 57 stories located directly in the middle of Miami’s Financial District. Echo was designed by Carlos Ott and developed by PMG and JDS Development Group. The interiors were completed by Yoo Studio. The floor plans range from 1 to 4 bedroom options with penthouses also available. The unique thing about Echo is that it features 180 different floor plans.

Echo Brickell Amenities

• Vanishing-edge pool and deck with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, Downtown Miami, and Miami Beach
• 2,800 square foot, state-of-the-art fitness center and spa overlooking pool, bay, and city
• Resort-style poolside food and beverage service
• Two hot tubs with sunbathing deck overlooking the Brickell skyline
• Full-service concierge services

If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the units at Echo Brickell or any information regarding Penthouse 01, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

You Can Now Buy Two Arte Surfside Condos for 560 Bitcoin

Bitcoin has become one of the ultimate currencies in Miami. Now more than ever, consumers are able to utilize crypto for food purchases, nightclubs, and real estate. Arte Surfside completely revolutionized the real estate market by being one of the first developments in Miami to begin accepting Bitcoin for their luxury condos.

The developers for Arte Surfside currently have two luxury units for sale for a combined price of $31 million or 560 bitcoin. According to the developers, Alex Sapir and Giovanni Fasciano have stated that offers can be made in either bitcoin or ethereum.

According to Sapir, “We were overwhelmed by the amount of calls we received from qualified buyers just after announcing our ability to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions for the condominiums at Arte. Real-world crypto transactions haven’t made their way fully into the mainstream yet, so it’s clear that top holders around the world pay attention when new opportunities to transact open up.”

One of the crypto units at Arte is listed at $18.95 million and features 6,982 square feet of living space. The second unit is listed at $11.9 million and is around 3,500 square feet. These incredible units boast oceanfront views, wraparound terraces, large walk-in closets, and high-tech entry access.

Building amenities include an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, full-size tennis court, state-of-the-art gym, yoga studio, sauna, catering kitchen, and white-glove butlers.

Arte Surfside Amenities:

• A 75-foot indoor swimming pool
• An outdoor swimming pool, sundeck, and poolside cabanas
• Rooftop tennis court
• State-of-the-art fitness center and yoga studio
• Sauna and steam room
• Tranquil meditation pond
• Children’s playroom
• Residents’ lounge with billiards and catering kitchen
• Temperature-controlled parking spaces

Arte Residence Features:

• Expansive terraces clad in travertine with ipe decking
• Gracious kitchens featuring Poliform cabinetry, Italian marble countertops, and Gaggenau appliances
• Sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean

In June, a penthouse in Arte sold for a record-breaking $22.5 million in crypto. The type of cryptocurrency for this sale was not released. With more developers jumping on the crypto train, we can expect in the future that digital currency will eventually play a larger role in the real estate market and potentially affect how we make offers for our buyers and negotiate for our sellers.

Bentley Residences Unveils New Renderings and More

Bentley…the name alone is enough to make you think of exclusivity, luxury, and performance. Mix that in with high-end luxury development and you have a world-class residential tower that offers more than a living space, but an experience.

Bentley Motors has partnered with Dezer Development to bring residents the very best of the iconic brand by incorporating everything that a 5-star hotel has to offer without the continuing cycle of guests.

Dezer and architect Sieger Saurez spent several months perfecting the exterior diamond-shaped design. Dezer adds, “When we developed plans for the Bentley, we immediately thought of the triangular windows… It’s going to be a diamond that they can see all the way from Cuba when the sun hits on it. It’s going to be amazing. ” He adds, “we’re going to have a hard time outdoing ourselves.” Just from the renderings, we couldn’t agree more!

On September 14th, Dezer met with the City Commission to consider expanding the original site plan as well as reviewing additional transfer of development requests. The expansion would increase the square footage of the building to 616,185 square feet rising 62 stories (instead of the original 60). Two hundred and sixteen condos would along with 821 parking spaces are anticipated.

The most unique concept of Bentley Residences will be the car elevators that lift your car to your condo (very similar to the Porsche Design Tower) or as Dezer refers to it “Dezervator.”

Bentley Development Information

• Location: 18401 Collins Avenue
• Developer: Dezer Development (Gil Dezer
• Architect: Sieger Suarez Architects

Building Amenities:

• State-of-the-art fitness center
• 2 pools with cabanas
• Spa
• 2 Restaurants
• Whiskey bar
• Cigar lounge
• Cinema
• Landscaped gardens
• Dezervator car elevator
• Kid’s lounge

Residence Features:

• Seamless indoor-outdoor living floorplans
• In-unit multi-car garage with a car elevator directly to each residence
• Private balcony, pool, sauna, and outdoor shower
• Floor-to-ceiling windows with ocean and bay views
• Florida Green Building Council (FLGC) certification

Construction on Bentley Residences will begin in 2023 with an unveiling in 2026. “These buildings are complicated; they take time,” says Charles M. Sieger, President of Sieger Suarez Architects. “It’s not like working on a single-unit family house. They’re very technical and, at the same time, very artistic. You need some experience doing these things. We worked with Bentley to pick up their esthetic, the way they do their stitching, and diamond-shaped signature visual items,” Sieger adds. With more photos and information being released, we can’t wait to see what else Bentley has in store!

Phil Collins’ Former Miami Beach Mansion set to be Demolished

Orlando Bravo, managing partner at Chicago-based private equity, Thomas Bravo purchased Phil Collin’s waterfront mansion in January 2021 for $40 million. Since then Bravo has been working with the City of Miami Beach Design Review Board on plans to submit blueprints for a new construction home.

The existing property located at 5800 North Bay Road features 12,153 square feet of living space including 7 bedrooms, 8 full baths, and 3 half-baths. The property also features a pool overlooking the water, a koi pond, and an expansive jacuzzi.

The 200 feet of Biscayne Bay frontage makes this location ideal with a large boat dock. The home was built in 1929 and was expanded in 1986 as well as 1987. The main house was again altered in 1991 and 2006 with kitchen and bathroom updates. The property sits on 1.2 acres of unobstructed Biscayne Bay views.

Bravo plans to replace the home with a more modern-style mansion with a tropical garden surrounding it. The new residence’s main house would include 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a formal living room, a family room, a dining room, a movie room, and a wet bar. The residence’s 2 car detached garage would host the staff’s quarters, 2 separate suites as well as 2 home offices. The property will keep the current dock and pool but there will be an outdoor kitchen/barbecue area, spa, and gym.

Not only did Phil Collins own the property but Jennifer sold it in 2005 for $13.9 million. According to the Wall Street Journal, the property is being demolished due to the home having issues with flooding.

New Tower-Ambienta Coral Way Receives Official Design Approval

On Wednesday, Ambienta Coral Way received official design approval to begin the $20 million condominium project. Ambienta Executive Vice President Carlos Balart met with Miami’s Urban Design Review Board to discuss the design and construction approval.

Ambienta Coral Way will rise 8 stories on the corner of Coral Way and Southwest 31st Road, just steps from local restaurants, nightlife, and shopping. This development will also include two retail spaces including a restaurant.

Ambienta Developers, a Chile-based development company, is responsible for Ambienta and Revuelta Architecture International is behind the design. Revuelta is also responsible for the designs of Brickell Flatrion and Santa Maria. This is Ambienta Developer’s second project, with their first being Ambienta Bay Harbor in Bay Harbor Islands.

The 79 unit tower will feature floorplans ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms with 600 to 1,200 square feet of living space. One and two bathroom options are available. Pricing for Ambienta Coral Way will start at $390,000 and continue to increase based on floor plans and finishes.

Development Amenities:

• Gym
• Party Room
• Pool with cabanas
• Outdoor kitchen
• Kitchen facilities
• Waterfront spa
• Sauna
• Picnic Area
• Club Room
• Valet
• Deeded Beach Access

This development will replace two existing apartment buildings. Pre-sales are anticipated to begin later this year, with construction beginning in early 2022. Construction is expected to be completed by late 2024. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Ambienta Coral Way, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at  [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

District 225- Formerly Named The District-Have Officially Launched Sales

District 225 is an innovative pre-construction development that will soon grace the Miami skyline. What makes this project unique is its home-sharing capabilities as well as its resort-style amenities.

Located at 225 and 233 N. Miami Avenue in downtown Miami, this 37-story tower will feature 343 fully furnished units that cater to short-term renters. The site is near Miami-Dade College and the Federal courthouse. Just two blocks east is the Government Center transit station. There is currently a 15,000 square foot retail building located on the property but once demolished the construction will begin.

The Related Group, Rovr, and BH group are working together on District 225. Siegler Suarez Architects partnered with Meshberg Group will be responsible for the design.

Along with 343 units, District 225 will not have a parking garage. To alleviate some consumer hesitancy, residents will have close access to public transportation as well as nearby city garages where residents can rent spaces.

District 225 will total 288,400 square feet with studios to 2 bedroom floor plans. Studio pricing will begin around $350,000 up to $700,000 for the 2 bedroom floor-plans. There will also be 2,297 square feet of commercial space located on the main floor.

District 225 Amenities

• Rooftop pool
• Fitness center
• Indoor/outdoor basketball court
• Racquetball court
• Rock-climbing wall
• Yoga/spinning studio
• Coworking spaces
• Lounge with billiard tables
• Summer kitchen

Residence Amenities

• Views of Biscayne Bay and Miami skyline
• Fully finished and furnished studios, one-, and two-bedroom residences
• 9.8-foot-high ceilings
• Smart-home technology experience for seamless personalization with the touch of a button
• Interiors designed by award-winning interior design firm Meshberg Design
• Fully built-out closets in all residences curated by Meshberg Design
• Includes integrated audio, video, window treatment, and lighting systems
• Equipped with a contemporary lighting package, including recessed lighting, dimmers, and lighting control
• Built-in, top-of-the-line washer and dryer
• Flooring selections included with specifications recommended by Meshberg Design
• Pre-wired for high-speed communications and data connection
• Kitchens featuring custom Italian cabinetry curated by Meshberg Design
• Smeg appliance package including an integrated, paneled microwave; dishwasher; built-in convection oven; and refrigerator/freezer
• Master baths featuring rainfall showerhead and custom Italian vanities
• Dornbracht and Duravit bathroom fixtures, features, and accessories

If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at District 225, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

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.

Developers for Residences by Armani Casa Report $1 Billion Sellout

Residences by Armani/Casa has set a new record for condo sales in Sunny Isles Beach. With nearly $1 billion in sales, Residences by Armani/Casa has nearly sold out of the luxury condos, which is significantly more than any other new construction tower in Sunny Isles Beach.

Located at 18975 Collins Avenue in Sunny Isles Beach, this 60-story project was completed in late 2019 just before the COVID pandemic shut down travel and events, which also delayed some of the sales/closings for the new development.

According to the President of Dezer Development (Developer for Residences by Armani/Casa), the building was 85% sold when they first started sales in February 2020 but sales got stagnant and the development was selling around 1 unit a month during the pandemic. The sales began to increase once Florida started to open up.

More recently, two penthouses sold in this tower with one at $7 million and the other at $9 million. Among the buyers include Radamel Falcao (Colombian professional soccer player).

About the Residences of Armani/Casa

The Related Group and Dezer Development are responsible for the creation of Residences by Armani/Casa. The project was completed in 2019 and the property was originally purchased in 2016 for a $305 million construction loan from Wells Fargo, which was reported to already be paid off.

This development features 308 luxury condo units with 2,716 to 3,748 square feet of living space. Pricing starts at $1million with 3 to 4 bedroom floor plan options. Residence amenities include Wolf kitchen appliances, Armani-designed sinks, 10 feet deep private balconies, and much more!

Residence Features

• Armani Dada designed and fabricated cabinetry
• Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and wine cooler
• Elegant imported stone countertops and glass backsplashes
• Wolf kitchen appliances
• Armani Roca designed sinks and faucets
• His and her bathrooms in select residences
• Spa-inspired shower with Armani Roca wall-mounted handheld spray and large rainshower in most residences
• Marble stone floors, walls, and full stone cladding vanity and stone countertops
• High-performance Toto Neorest toilet with integrated bidet technology in the master bath only
• Private high-speed elevator access to most residences
• Breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and city through floor-to-ceiling glass windows
• 10-foot deep private balconies with glass railings in all residences
• 8-foot-high double-door entry to a spacious foyer in select units
• Summer kitchen with an under-counter Sub-Zero refrigerator in all residences
• Digital thermostat featuring intelligent climate control
• Recessed lighting in select corridors and bathrooms
• Large capacity full-size washer/dryer in all residences
• All residences pre-wired for audio speakers as well as motorized shades and programmed lighting controls in select locations
• Smart building technology provides seamless access to select building amenities

Tower Amenities

• Oceanfront terrace with heated swimming pool, hot tub, and poolside food and beverage service
• State-of-the-art fitness center overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
• Men’s and women’s dressing rooms with lockers and showers
• Private oceanfront restaurant and bar with outdoor seating and in-residence delivery
• Exclusive beach amenities, including food and beverage services, chaise lounges, umbrellas, and beach attendants
• Two-story Spa with indoor and outdoor treatment rooms
• Ocean-view yoga studio with Pilates equipment
• Cigar room
• Temperature- and humidity-controlled wine cellar
• Bar area
• Game room with pool table
• Children’s playroom
• Armani Prive lounge at the lobby level
• 24-hour multilingual concierge service
• 24-hour valet parking service
• 24-hour security
• Professionally curated collection of museum-quality art, including monumental sculptures by Sandro Chia and Sinisa Kukec

There are just a few units left at Residences by Armani/Casa. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing one of the units, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Volume for Condo Sales Rose more than $60 Million for June

According to the Miami-Dade MLS (Multiple Listing Service), condo sales for Miami rose more than $60 million, while the number of units remained steady. As of last week, 273 units sold, which is very similar to the previous week with a dollar amount totaling just over $210 million, with the previous week at $149.3 million.

The average sell price for condos from June 13 to June 19 is up to $770,000 with the previous week at $541,000. The most expensive sale for this week included a penthouse at Miami Beach’s Faena House for $11.2 million equaling $2,628 per square foot. The unit was on the market for 267 days.

Faena House condominium is located at 3315 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach. It is an ultra-luxury tower with 47 units rising 18 stories tall. This building offers 1 to 4 bedroom floor plans with 1,307 to 8,273 interior square feet of living space. Residence features include; Miele appliances, Dornbracht bathroom finishes, marble flooring, and Crestron Automated Systems. Residents enjoy exclusive amenities including a 24-hour doorman, valet, spa, fitness center, beach club, and direct ocean views.

The second most expensive sale was at the Surf Club Four Seasons in Surfside selling for $6 million at $3,409 per square foot. This property was on the market for 126 days.

Surf Club Four Seasons located at 9001 Collins Avenue and 9111 Collins Avenue in Surfside was designed by architect Richard Meier who brilliantly blinded the historical Surf Club and the new 12-story development. The Surf Club Four Season features 150 residences and 77 hotel rooms. The residences feature 1 to 5 bedroom units with staff quarters ranging from 1,411 to 7,500 square feet of living space with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, expansive balconies, and unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay.