Civica Center Phase II Receives FAA Approval

Civica Center Phase II in Miami
Civica Center Phase II Receives FAA Approval

Civica Center Phase II, a 27-story residential skyscraper planned for construction at 1050 Northwest 14th Street in Miami’s Allapattah district, has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval. The project is being developed by Boston-based The Congress Group and Taurus Investment Holdings, LLC. Kimley-Horn is the civil engineer and landscape architect for the 301-foot-tall building that was created by CUBE3 Architects.

The structure will be able to rise 310 feet above mean sea level or 301 feet above ground level thanks to the building permissions that were acquired. The FAA claims that, under certain circumstances, the planned structure won’t violate obstruction rules and won’t be dangerous for air navigation.

The Civica Center Phase II designs, which were initially intended to be a 22-story office tower, underwent significant revisions after being submitted to Miami’s Urban Development Review Board in December 2022. The original plan was for an office tower with a generous 731,472 square feet of space to be built in place of an existing surface-level parking lot behind the first phase. But the developers adjusted their strategy in reaction to market developments and Miami’s rising demand for residential real estate.

According to the updated Civica Center Phase II plans, there will be 342 residential units, with floor designs ranging from small studio apartments to roomy two-bedroom homes with 552 to 1,240 square feet. Additionally, the construction will include seven parking levels with room for up to 584 vehicles. The design of the 27-story tower features a tasteful blending of white stucco, glass, and architectural components embellished with striking gold alucobond panels. The location of the site is convenient; it is bounded to the north by Northwest 14th Street, to the south by State Road 836, to the east by Northwest 10th Avenue, and to the west by Northwest Highland Road.

Developers for Cove Edgewater Launch Sales

The Cove Edgewater
Cove Edgewater Rendering

Sales have officially started at the 40-story Cove Miami Tower in Edgewater. According to the developers, it will be a boutique premium condo development with sweeping views of Miami’s whole city as well as Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

There will be 116 residential units at Cove Miami, with 2 to 4 bedrooms. From $1.3 million to above $3.5 million will be the price range.

The UDRB received the plans in October 2022. Plans at the time indicated that the tower would have a top height of 465 feet and include a new baywalk section.

The Cove Edgewater

The architecture was created in collaboration with Kobi Karp and Dieguez Fridman, whilst Dieguez Fridman was the only designer of the interiors. The project is being developed in collaboration with Hazelton Capital Group and New York’s SB Development.

Building Features

  • Three levels of amenities + rooftop overlooking Biscayne Bay
  • Resort-style infinity pool with private cabanas
  • Gym
  • Spa with cold plunge pool
  • Massage rooms, Turkish bath, and sauna
  • Clubroom
  • Co-working area and meeting room
  • Game room
  • Owners lounge with wine cellar
  • Pet spa
  • Microcinema
  • Dock for water sports
  • Guest room
  • Private wineries
  • You can rent up to two times a year, with a minimum of three months
  • Garage in the building, with valet parking for two cars

Residence Features

  • Fully finished units
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Balcony in all residences
  • Kitchen counter in Calacatta gold marble
  • Italian kitchen and bathroom cabinets
  • Thermador and Bosch appliances
  • Wine cooler in select units
  • Marble bathrooms
  • and more
The Cove Edgewater Theater
The Cove Edgewater Pool Deck
The Cove Edgewater Portico

The groundbreaking is expected to take place in Q2 of 2024 with a top-off in 2026.

Penthouse at Casa Bella Residences by B&B Italia Sells for Record-Breaking $12.6 Million

Casa Bella PH Duplex
Casa Bella Residences Penthouse Duplex Living Room

A 5,893 square-foot penthouse on the 54th floor at Casa Bella Residences by B&B Italia just sold for a record $12.6 million. This record-breaking price per foot is of no surprise due to the robust sales that have been happening at Casa Bella Residences which have reached $50 million in the past 60 days.

The 56-story tower offers 317 residences ranging from one to four bedrooms, all of which feature soaring ceilings, sweeping views, private elevator access, state-of-the-art kitchens with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances and an exquisite selection of European-fixtures.

Casa Bella’s Penthouse Collection comprises 10 exquisitely-designed homes with seven distinct floor plans, the crown jewel of which is a pair of 54th-floor triplex residences with private rooftop terraces, each featuring spa pools and indoor/outdoor summer kitchens with stunning water views. Of these two penthouses, the remaining triplex is available for $12.3 million. The 54th-floor is also home to two outstanding duplex penthouses, spanning 4,100 and 4,560 square feet and priced between $8 million and $10 million. 

Unit Features

  • 306 luxury condos including an exquisite penthouse collection of 24 penthouses
  • Residences offer 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom layouts with 10’ ceilings
  • Penthouses offer 2, 3 + Den, and 5-bedroom layouts with 11-12-foot ceilings
  • Units range in size from 711 to 5,890 square feet
  • All residences feature 2 private elevators and a foyer, which is unique in Miami
  • Biometric access-controlled elevators
  • Floor-to-ceiling impact-resistant windows
  • Modern European-style kitchens and bathrooms designed by Piero Lissoni featuring Italian cabinetry by ItalKraft
  • Premium black glass appliance packages with integrated 36” Sub-Zero refrigerators/freezers, integrated paneled dishwasher, built-in Wolf convection oven, and speed oven, and oversized stainless-steel radius sink with faucet drawer
  • Master bathrooms, designed by Piero Lissoni, boast frameless glass-enclosed showers, oversized tubs, imported porcelain flooring/wet walls, backlit vanity mirrors, and separate water closets
  • Two penthouses feature private rooftop terraces complete with private summer kitchens and spa tubs
  • Select units offer powder rooms
  • Spacious private terraces with spectacular water and city views
  • Casa Bella offers an extraordinary opportunity to have your residence curated by B&B Italia, Italy’s leading furniture brand

Tower Amenities

  • 2 full floors of private amenities
  • State-of-the-art wellness and fitness center offering on-demand services
  • Yoga room
  • Spinning room
  • Salon with manicure/pedicure stations
  • Adult entertainment lounge
  • Game room
  • Kid’s playroom with smartboard and educational games
  • Residents’ party room
  • Wine room
  • Movie theater
  • Museum-quality curated art collection
  • High-tech business center with conference room
  • Co-workspace
  • Pet spa
  • Expansive pool deck situated on the 11th floor overlooking Biscayne Bay
  • 78’ lap pool
  • Outdoor spa
  • Poolside bar and café
  • Poolside cabanas and lounge areas
  • Towel service
  • Sun-care kiosk
  • Open-air lawn perfect for yoga
  • Lush gardens were designed by acclaimed landscape architect Enzo Enea
  • Pickleball court
  • BBQ with outdoor dining area
  • Ground-level restaurant open to the public
  • 56th-floor Sky Terrace boasts a rooftop pool and observatory (650 feet) with a high-tech telescope
  • 24-hour valet parking
  • 24-hour security
  • 24-hour maintenance staff
  • Multilingual team on site
  • On-demand concierge services are available including housekeeping, grocery shopping, “while you’re away” butler services, dry cleaning, childcare, pet care, courier services, translation service, and more
  • Residents enjoy a 1-year complimentary membership at the Grand Bay Beach Club in Key Biscayne

Construction for the development is estimated for winter 2023 with an anticipated completion date of 2025. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Casa Bella, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

E11EVEN Residences Beyond Breaks Ground

West E11EVEN in Downtown Miami
West E11EVEN in Downtown Miami

The E11EVEN Residences Beyond is a portion of the ultra-luxury, dual-tower E11EVEN Hotel & Residences Miami development, which is situated in Miami’s District 11. Developed by PMG and E11EVEN Partners, the E11EVEN Hotel & Residences Miami project, located at 90 NE 11th St. in the recently enlarged entertainment hotspot, has taken Miami by storm, continuing to smash sales records and provides a distinctive experience, unlike anything the neighborhood has ever seen.

The E11EVEN Hotel & Residences development is being carried out by E11EVEN Partners Marc Roberts, Michael Simkins, and Dennis DeGori as well as PMG Partners Ryan Shear, Kevin Maloney, and Dan Kaplan who attended the groundbreaking.

According to Simkins, “E11EVEN Residences Beyond’s groundbreaking marks a crucial next step in constructing the future of District 11. This incredible property offers residents an optimized lifestyle unlike any other in Miami, featuring top-notch dining, elite services, and lushly appointed residences all within one highly energized location. Once built, it will set the standard for ultra-luxury living and entertainment districts across the country.”

This groundbreaking follows recent announcements at E11EVEN Residences Beyond, which include the addition of The Clayton, an opulent $25 million private social and cigar club, and the recent expansion of the tower to offer additional units for sale and more amenity space. These developments were made possible by an incredibly high demand for these residences and record-breaking sales success across the dual-tower development as a whole.

The Clayton Social Club at E11EVEN Residences Miami

PMG and E11EVEN Partners also announced that they had obtained $262 million in construction financing. E11EVEN Residences Beyond received a loan from Madison Realty Capital, while Jones Lang LaSalle served as the transaction’s broker.

Riviera Dining Group recently announced plans to add a second-floor restaurant with a direct entrance from the ground floor, as well as an upscale lounge and private membership club, to the extraordinary lineup of amenities offered by the first tower of the E11EVEN Hotel & Residences.

E11EVEN Residences Beyond and E11EVEN Hotel & Residences Miami offer a resort-style, entertainment-driven experience and destination.

They are conveniently located in Downtown Miami’s District 11. Its floor designs in both of its towers include presidential collections and penthouse suites in addition to studios and two bedrooms. Subzero and Wolf appliances, unique ITALKRAFT Italian cabinetry, premium finishes, and designer-selected furnishings are all included in each unit’s equipment list of fully integrated “smart building” features. Internationally renowned Sieger Suarez Architects will create the buildings’ towering 65 stories, while award-winning design firm AvroKO will create their interiors.

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

Two Tower Development by Swire Properties Revealed-One Island Drive Miami

The Residences at Marian Oriental
The Residences at Marian Oriental

One Island Drive, an exceptional residential and hospitality destination located on a private island sanctuary just minutes from Miami’s lively metropolitan core, has unveiled its first official features, according to Swire Properties. One Island Drive, which is surrounded by beachfront views, will be among the pinnacles of Swire Properties’ portfolio of world-class properties and is destined to become a distinctive landmark on the Miami skyline.

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.

Swire Properties Reveals One Island Drive
One Island Drive Announced on Brickell Key

New Tower Proposed in Miami-Clear Residences

Clear Residences New Construction Tower in Miami
Clear Residences New Construction Tower in Miami

Clear Residences, a 52-story tower proposal is now being examined by the Miami Planning and Development Department. Located at 130 SE 1st Street, the site itself sits on 0.55 acres or 23,750 square feet, with the current site now being used as parking.

The proposal with a letter of intent was submitted to the review board in December 2022 with Clear Residences featuring 545 residential units, 4,190 square feet of ground floor retail, and 199 parking spaces.

New Development in Miami-Clear Residences

The tower would rise 694 feet tall with Kobi Karp listed as the architect.

The developer is listed as Clear Communities Miami North Limited Partnership, and Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes is their legal counsel during the approval procedure.

Joseph R. Colletti is listed as the officer for Clear Communities Miami North Limited. Clear Communities originally purchased the site in 2019 for $18 million while obtaining a mortgage for $10 million through the Pacific National Bank in Miami. The price equaled $756 per square foot.

According to the site’s T6-80-O zoning, an 80-story tower could be built there, requiring Federal Aviation Administration height approval.

New Tower Proposed in Miami Clear Residences
Clear Residences Miami

EDITION Residences Edgewater Construction Update

EDITION Residences Edgewater
EDITION Residences Edgewater

Construction is moving along for the 56-story EDITION Residences tower in Edgewater with its building permit application as well as a seawall permit application.

According to the permit application, the 56-story Edition will include a total of 187 residential units, a 13-level parking garage, and 3,500 square feet of business space. There will be 1,206,774 square feet of new building in total, with a hard construction cost of $215,750,000.

The builders announced last month that they anticipated commencing ground this Summer as a result of receiving $160 million in unit reservations.

One-bedroom-plus-den to four-bedroom floorplans with sizes ranging from 1,952 to 3,864 square feet and starting at $1.9 million will be available in immaculately finished homes. The tower will also have three lavish tri-level penthouses, each with a private rooftop pool and garden, representing the height of luxury.

The EDITION Residences, Miami Edgewater will have approximately 45,000 square feet of beautifully designed amenity spaces where owners can live, work, play, and entertain guests while exuding the same degree of luxury as the renowned hospitality brand. Two resort-style pools, a club bar, a library, private training studios, an extensive spa program, and six Guest Suites are just a few of the lauded features.

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

New Renderings Released for Hilton Hotel Concept at Okan Tower

Okan Tower Hilton Hotel Concept
Okan Tower Hilton Hotel Concept

The projected Hilton Hotel inside the Okan Tower has just released new renderings.

Okan Tower recently underwent thorough piling tests, as required by the city’s building ordinance for extremely tall structures. The pile drilling phase has begun, and the developer declared, after all, the pilings passed their testing successfully. The foundation work’s contractor is named Jacob Companies Inc on permits issued by Miami’s Building Department. Ant Yapi Construction, a Turkish company with a Miami office, and Civic Construction, a Miami-based company, are the general contractors for Okan Tower.

Okan Tower, a mixed-use development with 70 stories and a tulip-shaped design that is destined to become a landmark in Downtown Miami, has revealed a new exterior rendering. The 902-foot towering megaplex, which was created by Okan Group and Behar Font & Partners, is situated at 555 North Miami Avenue at the intersection of Miami’s shoreline, with great dining, entertainment, and culture. A Hilton Hotel will be the development’s focal point, and there will be a variety of upscale facilities available in the homes.

When Okan Tower is finished, it will include more than 900,000 square feet of space, including a 64,000 square foot “Class A” office building, a 316-key Hilton Miami Bayfront Hotel, 163 Sky Residences with amenities solely for owners, 236 Short-Term Rental Residences powered by Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and 236 such residences. The development is slated to grow to be one of Miami’s tallest structures.

According to the architect’s website, the Okan Tower’s delicate profile was modeled after the tulip in honor of the company’s Turkish roots, where the tulip is the national flower.

Amenities:

  • 24-hour reception and concierge
  • 70th-floor rooftop pool and sky deck with private cabanas
  • 12th-floor lap pool with clubroom and lounges
  • State-of-the-art health and fitness center with yoga studio, Peloton bikes, and fitness MIRROR.
  • Sauna, steam, and treatment rooms
  • Children’s sensory and playroom
  • Theater
  • Wine cellar
  • Owner’s lounge

The completion date for Okan Tower is set to be in 2027. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Okan Tower, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Hilton Hotel Okan Tower

Alta Developers Plan to Build 96 Unit Development in North Miami

Alta Developers Propose 18 Story Development in North Miami

In North Miami, Alta Developers plans to replace an outdated waterfront apartment complex with a 96-unit condo development.

According to an Alta application to Miami-Dade County, the Miami-based development company, directed by Raimundo Onetto, wants to construct an 18-story structure on the 0.8-acre plot where the demolished Mid Bay Club Apartments once stood at 11950 North Bayshore Drive. Records show that in April, Alta asked the county to permit a reduction of the necessary setback from the shoreline to 25 feet.

Buildings with curved balconies and floor-to-glass windows are seen in renderings. A rough estimate of 96 condos has been given for the project, which was designed by Revuelta Architecture International.

According to records, Alta spent $14 million purchasing the Mid Bay Club Apartments and an empty 0.2-acre land across the street last year.

The application for the North Miami project comes as Alta is planning a number of additional projects.

Alta plans to erect an 18-story, 223-unit apartment complex next to Dadeland Mall at 9600 South Dixie Highway. It would be the second 18-story multifamily building constructed by Alta there. It is anticipated that the first 296-unit tower will shortly acquire its certificate of occupancy.

In recent years, North Miami has attracted the attention of investors and developers. The enormous SoLé Mia at 15055 Biscayne Boulevard is being built by Turnberry Development and LeFrak, under the direction of Jackie Soffer. When finished, it will feature 4,000 residential apartments. A joint venture between Turnberry and developer Carlos Rosso is planning a 32-story, 303-unit condo structure in addition to three apartment towers.