Dezer Development Announces Resident-Only Restaurant at Bentley Residences Sunny Isles Beach
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Todd English, a celebrity chef and four-time James Beard Award winner, will collaborate with Bentley Residences to create the menu and atmosphere for the development’s resident-only restaurant.
The exclusive restaurant will be open to residents for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and will offer private catering as well as poolside dining. It is situated on the lobby level and offers views of the pool and ocean. For a few resident-only events and demonstrations, chef Todd English will personally show up at the exclusive restaurant.
This exclusive gastronomic experience, with furnishings designed by Bentley Motors, will be one-of-a-kind and available only to the residents and their invited guests. There is a connection and link to the famed automobile brand thanks to the use of numerous fabrics and materials that were inspired by high-end luxury Bentley cars.
For instance, Bentley’s distinctive diamond patterning, which is present on the building’s external architecture as well, is referenced in the high-gloss flooring. For an upscale melancholy vibe, the private restaurant’s interiors combine a dark color scheme with strong details. The room’s forest green backlit banquettes give it a sense of seclusion, and the dramatic louvers that cover the walls give it a dramatic feel. For a more laid-back and informal dining experience, there is also plenty of bar seating available.
Todd English is known for being a restauranteur, author, and television personality, as well as his current establishments, Olives, Figs, and Pappas Taverna in New York City. He is also well-known for his appearances on the Food Network, PBS, and well-liked shows like Top Chef and Iron Chef. The private restaurant by Todd English, which is slated to provide residents a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere, will be the chef’s first private condominium idea.
A selected cuisine will also be offered for in-residence dining, and the menus will change seasonally. After being voted “National Rising Star Chef” by the Maryann Beard Foundation in 1991, English initially became well-known internationally for his take on rustic Mediterranean food. The dining experience will be enhanced by his extraordinary expertise and charm, which will offer a personalized touch with every meal.
According to English, “Every aspect of Bentley Residences has been so thoughtfully designed to perfection and I’m incredibly honored for this opportunity to partner with Gil Dezer and further elevate the luxurious lifestyle through unique culinary creations for residents. We’re excited to provide a curated experience with rotating seasonal menus that will make dining at Bentley Residences a joy for residents and their guests.”
The first private restaurant from Chef Todd English will benefit from his decades of expertise developing some of the most well-known restaurants in the world. English is well known for his cooking, but he has also been on a variety of television programs, including Iron Chef, Top Chef, The Today Show, and Food Trip with Todd English on The Food Network. He has additionally worked as the Executive Celebrity Chef for a number of high-profile occasions, such as the Super Bowl, Fashion Week, Tony Awards, and Sundance Film Festival.
About Bentley Residences
Bentley Residences will feature an amazing 20,000 square feet of private amenities over the course of three stories in addition to the resident-only restaurant. A whiskey and cigar lounge, wellness and renewal spa, movie theater, cabanas, and a seaside beauty shop are a few of these extras. One of the most amazing features is the Dezervator, a car elevator that allows homeowners to drive their vehicles from the first floor up to the privacy of their own houses without getting out of the vehicle. Residents can maintain their beloved automobiles in immaculate condition and keep them on display in their living rooms thanks to the Dezervator and the glass-enclosed garage.
The 62-story building at 18401 Collins Avenue in Miami’s Sunny Isles Beach, Bentley will feature 216 condos with starting prices at $5.25 million. Units will have enormous outdoor terrace areas, state-of-the-art Gaggenau cooking appliances, and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal.
Bentley Residences is the first residential skyscraper in the world to bear the Bentley brand. Construction on the tower is scheduled to start in 2023 and be finished in 2026.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Bentley Residences, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Construction Update for Namdar Towers in Downtown Miami
Namdar Towers are one step closer to breaking ground after receiving approval for a foundation permit on February 28. The permit will cover site and soil improvements, piles, and excavation with an estimated cost of $1.5 million. Permits that still require approval are for the tree and demolition permits.
In October, the Namdar Towers project was submitted to the UDRB. Miami’s Building Department is currently reviewing permits for development and demolition.
A 41-story structure with 680 units and a 43-story building with 714 units would make up the proposed Namdar Towers, which would have combined square footage of more than 1.2 million.
This project is planned in 2 phases, the 41-story tower will be part of phase 1 while the 43-story tower will be part of phase 2.
Development Information:
1,394 units
Pools
Fitness center
Bowling rooms
Golf simulators
Co-working space
7,984 sq. ft. of commercial space
336 parking spaces in a five-level garage
1,395 bicycle racks
The architect is identified as Behar Font with John Moriarty listed as the contractor.
According to its website, Namdar is a family-owned development company that was established in 1979. Ephraim Namdar, who has previously been named in media sources as the company’s founder and CEO, is in charge of running the LLC that bought the Miami property.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Namdar, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Financing Secured for New Development in Coconut Grove-Residences in the Grove
Residences in the Grove, a 148-unit luxury condominium at 2835 Tigertail Avenue in Miami’s Coconut Grove area, has received a $43.2 million refinancing loan for construction.
The loan was financed through City National Bank of Florida and KS Finance Corporation. This loan will pay for site preparation and preliminary demolition in order to kick off the project.
The developers for the project include a joint venture with Terra Development and AB Asset Management. The five-story development, designed by Arquitectonica, will have a stunning design centered on a coral rock façade and sustainable features that will effortlessly mix in with Coconut Grove’s current landscape and tree canopy. Also, the building will include about 22,000 square feet of street-level retail space with a health theme.
Tower Amenities:
Gym
Pool
Social Lounge
174 residential units
22,070 square feet of commercial
344 parking spaces (all in the basement)
Residence Features:
Elegant kitchen
Spacious floor plans
10 ft. ceilings
Stainless steel kitchen appliances
Construction is scheduled to begin this year with a completion date in Q4 2023 or early 2025. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Residences in the Grove, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.
Avra Estiatorio Opens Second South Florida Location at Lofty Brickell
Avra Estiatorio, a Greek eatery with a Manhattan origin, will open a second location in South Florida at the newest residential tower, Lofty Brickell.
Restaurateurs Nick Tsoulos, Nick Pashalis, and Marc Packer, the partners behind the upscale brand, have secured a lease for the bottom level of Brickell’s Lofty condo complex by Newgard Development Group.
The 15,000 square foot, 15-year contract, which has the possibility to be extended, can seat up to 300 patrons and a 3,000 square foot outdoor seating space with views of the Miami River. The triple net asking rent was $150 per square foot.
Once Lofty Brickell is complete, Ava Estiatorio will open. Only 1,500 square feet of retail space remain at the Lofty property after the Avra lease.
The first Avra Estiatorio restaurant debuted in New York’s East 48th Street in 2000. Now, the restaurant has three locations: two in Manhattan and one each in Beverly Hills.
Approval Pending for Construction on 10 Story Residential Tower in Miami Beach
An application has been submitted for design review approval to build a new 10-story mixed-use building at 6940 Abbott Avenue, the location of a former BellSouth office and parking lot that is no longer in use in the North Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach. The application was filed by 6940 North Beach LLC, a joint venture between entities controlled by Rainer Viete, Jose Boschetti, and Eduardo Otaola.
The 130-foot-tall structure will feature 134,573 square feet of space, including 96 multi-family units, 21 of which would be co-living units, 2,192 square feet of ground floor retail, and 90 parking spaces. It was designed by Arquitectonica with Biscayne Engineering serving as the land surveyor and civil engineer.
Unit floor plans include studio, one, and two bedrooms. The regular size units would be between 550 and 1,250 square feet, while studio units (co-living) will be between 403 and 437 square feet. A cafe, fitness facility, pickle-ball court, and a lap pool will all be on the rooftop.
The traffic engineer is David Plummer & Associates, while the landscape architect is Christopher Cawley Landscape Architecture. The interior of the building will be thoroughly illuminated by natural light thanks to the use of grey glass windows and a glass railing. Mixing these materials will produce a striking, modern appearance that blends nicely with the nearby North Beach neighborhood. A stunning concrete frame with spherical motifs grouped in a bond-like pattern wraps around all elevations of the residential component of the building, emphasizing its distinctive form.
The development organization has also offered hurricane-proof impact windows, passive cooling systems, resilient planting, a study of the elevation of the property and the elevation of neighboring properties, and a recycling or salvage strategy for partial or complete deconstruction. To integrate the loading and parking driveways, they also ask for a waiver. The granting of this waiver will enable the project to be better designed while still adhering to the TC-C district’s development restrictions and without the requirement for variances. The project’s anticipated construction cost is approximately $14,692,224.
New Renderings Released for Shoma Bay in North Bay Village
New images of Shoma Bay, a 24-story mixed-use development proposed for 1850 79th Street Causeway in the waterfront neighborhood of North Bay Village, have been released by Miami-based developer Shoma Group.
The tower will feature 333 residential units, a 35,037-square-foot Publix, and 6,325 square feet of retail space, which includes a rooftop lounge and Shoma Bazaar food hall. It was designed by MSA Architects with interiors by Adriana Hoyos. The pedestrian-friendly location is close to all main freeways, stores, and food options at 79th Street Causeway and East Treasure Drive.
Each floor plan in the 2.8-acre mixed-use development’s furnished studios to three-bedroom units, with sizes ranging from 344 square feet to 2,700 square feet, was created to enhance functionality and comfort.
With only a few changes that improve the building’s appearance, the new tower design, which combines traditional art-deco and modern architecture, indicates a modest departure from the original design. The building now has a more contemporary appearance.
Amenities:
Resident lounge and bar
Spa
Hammam
Golf Simulators
Fitness center with Technogym equipment
Pet spa
Kid’s club
6,030 square foot pool deck
Panoramic views of Biscayne Bay
Pool
Cabanas
Summer kitchen
Library
2,600 square foot cowering business room
Lounge with coffee bar
Gaming area
Movie area
Gated parking
Electric vehicle charging stations
Specialized bike room
Storage areas
The construction of Shoma Bay is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2023 with a completion date in 2025.
New Renderings Released for The Wellness Club at The Village of Coral Cables
Recently released renderings of The Wellness Club at The Village at Coral Gables, will feature over 4,000 square feet of stunning amenities and features.
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.
National Developer PMG Announces West Eleventh Residences in Miami
In Miami’s Park West neighborhood, Property Markets Group unveiled plans for a condominium tower with short-term rental options.
38 West Eleventh Residences will offer short-term rental flexibility and a first-time opportunity for owners to enjoy fully centralized management with the ability to host guests 365 days a year on Airbnb.
At 18 N.W. 11th St., which is currently owned by Miami-based Block 17 Land Trust, West Eleventh Residences would rise 44 floors. For the project, PMG has joined forces with the Marc Roberts Cos. and the Miami-based Lion Development Group, directed by Michael Simkins. On the bottom floor, there would be a 30,000-square-foot entertainment facility and food hall in addition to 659 completely equipped condos.
Although Miami’s short-term condo rentals were just introduced a few years ago, they are now a significant part of the city’s most recent condo development boom. They give condo owners the option to occupy them themselves or rent them out for however many days are necessary, allowing them to potentially profit from higher daily rental rates.
The E11even Hotel & Residences, another condominium for short-term rentals, and the E11even Residences Beyond are being constructed by PMG, Simkins, and Roberts directly west of the West Eleventh Residences.
“The demand for short-term rental properties with on-site support for seamless hosting is high in South Florida, especially in downtown Miami,” said Ryan Shear, managing partner at PMG. “Not only will West Eleventh Residences offer flexible living options and luxury condo ownership for buyers, but it will also provide impeccable residences and superb amenities for Airbnb guests and owners to enjoy.”
Condos at West Eleventh Residences will range in size from 334 square feet for studios. The units would contain smart home technology for lighting, audio, video, and other features. Costs start at roughly $300,000. The real sales push will begin on February 20.
The project was designed by Sieger Suarez Architects.The structure would have a restaurant, a lounge, a fitness center, and a pool.
Simkins asserted that “our collaboration with PMG and Marc Roberts Cos. on West Eleventh Residences will once again underscore the area’s potential, solidifying Downtown Miami’s District 11 into a true live-work-play community for all.”
Significant Archaeological Find In Miami From A 7,000-Year-Old Settlement at New Construction Site
For the last 18 months, archaeologists have been excavating at a new development site on the Miami River, where developer Related Group plans to build three residential towers.
Researchers claim to have discovered a significant archaeological discovery at the location, including 7,000-year-old relics and other proof that the area was once occupied by prehistoric people.
One of the towers will include Baccarat Residences Miami. Ancient artifacts and fossils found at the site are giving researchers a glimpse into a civilization that once thrived along the river. One of the earliest populations in the region is thought to have been the Tequesta people.
Will Pestle, a bioarchaeologist and University of Miami Professor stated “There is a very important ceramic phase of this site so there is pottery, broken pieces of pottery, there are stone tools, arrowheads, projectile points, abundant animal remains, deer and fish, but there are also remains of sharks. There are remains of giant sea turtles, remains of whales, remains of an extinct kind of seal, the West Indian monk seal.”
The Miami Professor also stated that the site could date back to as early as 7,000 years which he states is older than the pyramids in Egypt and Colosseum in Rome.
The site is significant and they believe it to be “potentially eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places based on criterion D, that it contains well-preserved cultural deposits that could contribute to our knowledge of prehistoric subsistence and settlement patterns,” according to a 2021 report submitted to the city by Archaeological and Historical Conservancy, Inc. Additionally, the location has human remains that fall under Chapter 872.05 of the Florida Statutes.
According to the group, archaeologists have “collected cultural material” that includes “tools and jewelry made of stone, shell, and bone. Ecofacts contain animal teeth and bones as well as shells that indicate food waste.
According to the paper, “Other elements of importance include wood, seeds, and charcoal. Historical artifacts include some items connected to European interaction, most likely Spanish artifacts from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. The objects connected to Miami’s American settlers from the nineteenth century are among the additional historical items.
Pestle also stated, “Let’s design the buildings in such a way that what is there can be preserved and seen by the public visiting, so when you walk into that Baccarat hotel, which is going to be on the parcel that is currently being excavated, you can see through a glass floor and you can see the ancient remnants of this city.”
On April 4th the Historic and Environmental Preservation Board is meeting to discuss the importance of the findings as well as the procedures that were followed in the excavation.
