Developer Ugo Columbo Launches VITA Residences at Grove Isle in Coconut Grove
Miami-based developer Ugo Columbo has officially launched Vita Residences at Grove Isle in Coconut Grove. Previously known as The Markers Grove Isle, this 5 story development will be located at 4 Grove Isle Drive alongside Biscayne Bay.
This contemporary sanctuary is being created on a private 21-acre island for personalized living, fine-tuned for an active lifestyle. Residents will share space with only a few individuals on the island in the final and most lavish chapter of Grove Isle’s history.
The development will consist of 65 waterfront residences and will include 12 bi-level penthouses. The luxury residences themselves will feature 3 bedroom floor plans with 2,433 to 6,597 square foot options.
Each contemporary unit will include magnificent ocean views, 13-foot-deep balconies, towering ceilings, Boffi Italian cabinets, and other superb interior accents by Bernardi and Peschard. Air-conditioned private garages will also be available as an option for owners.
The bi-level penthouse collection will have 12 extravagant penthouse homes with private elevators, 3 bedrooms, 11-foot ceilings, expansive entertainment areas, and beautiful roof decks with private pools and outdoor kitchens.
High-end facilities will also be available, including a curated art lobby, a fully-attended waterfront pool, a 40-foot Fjord houseboat, a watersports pavilion with storage, an outdoor kids’ playground, and pet grooming services.
Residence Features
Unique, Resort Architecture by World-Renowned CallisonRTKL™
5-Story, Low-Rise with 65 Condo Residences plus 14 Bi-Level Penthouses
Up to 65 Feet of Linear Water Frontage
Lush Foliage and Dramatic, Tropical Landscaping By EDSA®
Elegant Porte-Cochère Entry with Breezeways Leading Directly to the Bay
Curated Art Lobbies
Expansive Bayfront Pool with Luxury Cabanas and Personal Attendants
Poolside and Residential Food / Beverage Services
Outdoor Children’s Playground
40-foot Fjord House Boat
Water Sports Pavilion featuring Paddle Boards and Kayaks
Cutting-Edge Fitness Center featuring Daily Tailored Exercise and Fitness Programs
Vita Residences’ “Virtual Links” featuring HD Golf Simulator and Bayfront Putting Green
On-Site Pet Services and Grooming
Business Center
Convenient Water Sports Equipment and Gear Storage
Secure Bicycle Storage
Dynamic Concierge Dedicated to Crafting Unique Experiences for Residents
On-Site Management Office
State-Of-The-Art Digital Security with Modern Surveillance Systems
Attended Package Room with Delivery Service
Private Elevators with Digital Security
Private Island, 85-Slip Deep-Water Marina with Dockmaster and Marina Concierge
Yacht Charter Services
24-Hour Valet Service
Membership to The Exclusive Grove Isle Club – Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center With 8 Clay Courts, A Pro Shop, Full Tennis Program, and Private Instruction, as well as Waterfront Resort Pool Deck, Full-Service Tiki Bar, Bay-View Restaurant, Supervised Children’s Activities and Club Bar Lounge
Tower Amenities
Curated art lobby
Business Center
Waterfront Residents’ Lounge
High-tech fitness center
Private waterfront pool and Jacuzzi featuring luxury cabanas, pool attendants, and food/beverage services
Watersports pavilion offering kayaks and paddleboards
40-foot Fjord Boat exclusively for resident-use
Multi-Purpose Bayfront Event Room with spacious outdoor areas
Outdoor kid’s playground
24-hour valet and concierge services
Pet services and grooming
Private storage rooms are available
Convenient watersports equipment and gear storage
Bicycle storage
Residents at Vita Grove Isle will have access to facilities that are only available on the grounds of the condo building, as well as membership in the exclusive Grove Isle Club. In addition to access to the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center, which has 8 clay courts, a professional-grade Tennis Program, and a pro shop, the club has a state-of-the-art fitness center with specialized training programs.
Ugo Columbo is the developer for this exquisite tower and will be designed by the CallisonRTKL architecture group. Residences will begin at $4 million with a groundbreaking date scheduled for August 2022 and a delivery date in 2024.
If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Vita Residences at Isle Grove, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
1.3 Million Square Foot Development is in the Works for Aventura
In Aventura, developer Dan Kodsi is planning to build a large mixed-use building featuring residences, offices, and high-end residential shopping. Kodsi’s company paid $39.1 million for 9.6 acres on the northwest corner of Biscayne Boulevard and Northeast 213th Street that they plan on building this mixed-use property.
Not only is this site being used for this massive mixed-use project but other lots in the area are currently under contract. These lots include 10 acres surrounding the development site.
Kodsi hasn’t named partners in the project or for the additional sites but stated that the project would cost over $500 million. According to Kodsi, the total site now consists of land and tiny residential structures that Aventura-based Rieber Developments successfully rezoned to allow for 1.3 million square feet of mixed-use development.
Aventura commissioners approved the zoning amendment in June 2021, permitting a 693-unit high-rise residential building; a 120-key hotel; 67,743 square feet of workplaces; 161,270 square feet of retail; and a 120-bed assisted-living facility.
Kodsi has yet to determine whether he would adhere to these guidelines or revise the development plans. According to him, the basic concept is for multifamily, offices, some of which will be used for medical purposes, and high street retail, which will serve as an alternative to the neighboring Aventura Mall.
The retail side of this development will be similar to the Miami Worldcenter but not as large. Kodsi constructed the Paramount Miami Worldcenter and is now building the Legacy Hotel & Residences at Miami Worldcenter.
Mast Capital Unveils Plans for a 3 Tower Development in Brickell: Cipriani Residences Miami
Another development has just been announced and this one is massive. Coming in at 2.6 million square feet, plans for this 3 tower development in Brickell have been revealed: Cipriani Residences Miami. Developer, Mast Capital paid $103 million mark this transaction as one of the largest in Miami-Dade in 2021.
Mast Capital’s proposal for the site involves a master-planned development that will comprise of 400-unit condominium tower and two more high-rises totaling 850 premium apartment rentals, created in collaboration with Rockpoint Group.
The property located at 1420 S. Miami Ave, has been inactive for over 15 years following two failed development initiatives. This property is one of the last remaining raw pieces of land accessible in the vicinity to undertake a project of this magnitude.
Development Information:
One 80 story condo tower
Two multifamily towers (one at 50 stories and one at 60 stories)
1,250 residential units
400 condo units
850 rentals
1,650 parking spaces
Ground floor retail
For this specific project, Mast Capital has partnered with a private real estate equity firm, Rockpoint, which will be responsible for the multifamily component. Mast Capital will be utilizing MSD and CanAm for financing. Arquitectonica will be the architect for the proposed tower.
The developer is expecting a sellout of approximately $1 billion. The groundbreaking is anticipated for the end of 2022 with a top-off date in 2025.
St. Regis Residences Miami Releases Tower Amenities and Residence Features
In December 2021, developers, The Related Group and Integra Investments announced the newest twin condominium towers, the St. Regis Residences Miami. Since then, little information about the project was released but today the tower amenities and residence features are officially out and they are impressive!
On a beachfront affordable housing site at on 1809 Brickell Avenue, the St. Regis Residences will rise 47 and 48 stories tall. The site itself will span over 3.16 acres with over 50,000 square feet of amenities.
Tower Amenities
40,000 square feet of amenity space
On-premises ground floor, fine dining restaurant
Exclusive beach club access
Park-like grounds and lush terraces
State of the art media room
Business center with coffee bar and conference rooms
Children’s entertainment room
Teen video game lounge
Programmable golf simulator
Salon equipped for all beauty services
Pet spa, grooming and dog walking services
Private, secure climate controlled storage
Private marina
Fully equipped fitness center
Relaxation and juice bar
Indoor lap pool and cold plunge pool
Pilates and yoga studio
Salt spa room
Dual saunas and steam rooms
State of the art treatment room
Bayfront infinity pool and whirlpool with private cabanas
Poolside bar and cafe
Bayfront garden with seating area
St. Regis Butler service and in-room dining
St. Regis housekeeping services
St. Regis global membership privileges
31st Floor Sky Lounge
Double-height bar and lounge with water views
Signature St. Regis Cognac Room
Traditional St. Regis Tea Room
Billiards room
Catering Kitchen
Technologies
Keyless residential entry
Smart home climate and lighting control systems
State of the art fiber optic WI-FI service throughout residences and amenities
Easy to use St. Regis residents-only app
The luxury units are expected to range from 1,300 to 7,000 square feet with prices starting at $2 million with 354 available units.
The Residences
Private elevator and entry foyer to each residence
Double door entry in select residences
11 foot ceilings with integrated linear diffusers in living areas
Custom European marble flooring throughout
European solid wood doorways
All homes feature a powder room and laundry room
Integrated smart home technology
Kitchens
Gourmet kitchen with custom Italian cabinetry designed by Rockwell Group
Marble countertops and backsplashes
Fully-integrated Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance packages, including:
Paneled refrigerator
Paneled freezer
Full-height wine refrigerator
Convection oven
Steam oven
Microwave
Dornbracht fixtures
Primary Suites and Bathrooms
Oversized walk-in closets
Midnight bar and butler’s pantry
Split marble top vanities with Dornbracht fixtures
Oversized marble showers and free-standing bathtubs
Private water closets with Toto toilets
The same architect who designed 220 Central Park South and 30 Park Place in New York will be the designer for this twin tower 354 unit development, Rober A.M Stern Architects. The interiors will be designed by the Rockwell Group, a New York-based design firm that is also responsible for NEMA and Treehouse Hotel.
Related and Integra expect a $2 billion sellout once the St. Regis Residences have been completed. The sales center is expected to launch in 2022 simultaneously with the sales. The ground breaking is expected to occur in 3rd quarter of 2022.
LOFTY Club Residences Debuts in February-50% of Units Reserved
Lofty Club Residences will officially debut on February 17th with the grand opening of the brand’s sales lounge. As of this month, the project has reached 50% reserved and continues to climb.
Similar to its sister tower, Gale Miami (which sold out less in less than a year) Lofty will feature 380 units of fully finished and furnished interiors that will be available for rent nightly, daily, and/or monthly. Residents will have the option of self-managing their units (VRBO or Airbnb) or using Lofty’s onsite management.
Rising 44 stories, Lofty will feature studio, 1, and 2 bedroom floor plans with 485 to 930 square feet options. Pricing starts at $493k for a studio. There will also be available penthouses but the information hasn’t been released as of now.
Designed by internationally acclaimed, Arquitectonica, interiors will be designed by a New York-based interior design company INC New York. Developer Harvey Hernandez is also responsible for Brickell House and Centro towers. Hernandez purchased Lofty lot for $50 million
Lofty will feature a number of wonderful amenities including a butler service, rooftop pool, car service, and a 5-star restaurant that hasn’t been disclosed. This tower will also include a private marina with available docks for boating.
Building Features
The 40-story landmark building designed by internationally acclaimed architecture firm, Arquitectonica
Prime Brickell location is steps from Brickell City Center
Short-term rentals permitted as-of-right
Spectacular panoramic Miami River, Brickell, and Miami skyline views
2 Story lobby with floor to ceiling windows 24-hour welcome desk with concierge 24-hour valet parking 24-hour secure access Advanced technology smart-building with high-speed fiber-optic wireless internet access throughout common areas
Exclusive LOFTY app
Cutting-edge green building technology
6 high-speed passenger elevators with access control
On-site hospitality management Curated River-front restaurant with outdoor dining terrace
Building Amenities
Exotic resort pool with pool-side cabanas
Bar and grill on pool deck 24/7
Co-working lounge Private meeting rooms
Event room with exclusive terrace
A fully-equipped, state-of-the-art fitness center with HD TVs and wireless audio Private Peloton studios Yoga lounge and terrace
LOFTY Rooftop Experience
Residence Features
Urban luxury residences with modern open layouts from 485SF—930SF Studio, one and two-bedroom units
All residences are delivered fully finished and furnished specially curated by INC
Panoramic Miami River, and Miami skyline views
Private balconies for every residence
Corner units offer wrap-around balconies
High ceilings ranging from 9’ to 11’
Owner closets in every residence
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and sound attenuating impact-resistant laminated glass throughout
Advanced technology Smart Building wiring for HD TV,
Multiple telephone /data lines and ultra-high-speed internet access
Individually controlled energy-efficient central air conditioning and heating system
Kitchen
Imported European cabinets with premium hardware and drawer pulls
Top of the line appliance package including stainless steel refrigerator, oven, cook-top, microwave, dishwasher and sink disposal
Elegant imported stone countertops and backsplashes
Contemporary stainless steel under-mounted sink
High-arc gourmet faucet with integral sprayer
Master Bathroom
Imported European cabinets with premium hardware and drawer pulls
Elegant imported stone countertops and backsplashes
Harvey Hernandez, CEO of Newgard Development Group, “Buyer’s desire for new ways to own and use real estate assets, paired with favorable locations and economics, are nurturing investment growth in our properties.”
The groundbreaking is expected to begin in quarter 4 of 2022. The construction completion date is expected in 2024. If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Lofty Brickell, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at 786-247-6332.
Expansive Mixed Use Tower Planned for Downtown Miami
Miami-Dade planners are working hard on reviewing the pre-application for a large mixed-use project in Downtown Miami.
The property located at 1370 NE 2nd Ave is within the Metromover Subzone of the Rapid Transit Zone District. Within this zoning district, some rules apply which includes up to 1,535 units permitted as well as the 40% glazing requirements.
The tower is anticipated to rise 649 feet tall at 43 stories. Passing the district rules, the tower is proposed to have 1,441 residential units.
The tower will be designed by Rafael Viñoly architects but the city planners are asking for clarification on some of the design elements throughout the project.
The county has stated that the awnings, balconies, and weather protection elements need to be at least six inches from the curb face but the plans appear to encroach on the curb face. Specifically the parking garage for levels 2 through 12 are encroaching.
The open space and landscaping code also needs clarification.
Amenities for the tower will spread over 5 stories and include a state-of-the-art-gym, pool, office elements, and more.
There will be offices dedicated to the auditorium for the Miami-Dade County School Board which will spread over 100,000 square feet. Offices for Crescent Heights will also utilize 19,673 square feet of space.
The plans also show that there will be 9 levels of parking and an expansive ground floor designated for commercial space.
There are currently no scheduled dates to review revised plans but if approved, the ground breaking would begin in 2023.
Dezer Development Plans to Launch Sales for Bentley Residences this Month
Following the completion of the $10 million oceanfront sales center, Dezer Development plans to begin sales of Bentley Residences this year. The sales center and site located in Sunny Isles Beach features a full model unit for potential buyers.
Bentley Residences will be located at 18401 Collins Avenue and will be considered the world’s first Bentley-branded residential building. According to the Developer, once sales launch, they plan for a $1.2 billion sellout.
Seeking to capitalize on the region’s high demand for residential real estate, developers have been hurrying to begin sales of new condo buildings around South Florida. This was one of the driving factors to get the sales launched for Bentley Residences
Dezer plans to open the sales center in two phases, one at the end of January 2022 and the second phase in March 2022. The 12,000-square-foot sales center, which will be built on the site of the former Armani/Casa Residences sales gallery, at 18325 Collins Avenue, will contain a 6,000-square-foot model of a Bentley unit, a broker’s lounge, and a theater for presentations.
According to a press release, a life-sized Bentley sculpture will be displayed outside of the sales gallery before being relocated to the Bentley Residences site after completion of the tower.
The project itself will rise 60 stories tall at 749 feet. The tower will feature 216 luxury condos with in-unit garages and some units showcasing large pools on the balconies. Pricing for units will range from $3.9 million to $6 million for water-facing units. Ocean-facing units will range from $5.5 million to $7.5 million while penthouses will be in the $20 million range.
Units on the east side will have four-car garages, while those on the west side will have three-car garages. With its patterned glass, the Sunny Isles structure will be “unmistakably Bentley,” according to Dezer.
Designed by Sieger Suarez Architects, the 3.6-acre property will feature a gym, pool, spa, theater, restaurant, lounge, bar, cabanas, and gardens.
Construction is set to begin in summer 2022 with completion in 2026.
YouTube Stars Jake and Logan Paul Purchases Two Penthouses at E11EVEN Residences Beyond
Brothers, YouTube personalities, TikTok stars, and boxers Jake and Logan Paul are purchased two penthouses at E11Even Residences Beyond for $20.5 million.
According to Marc Roberts, one of the developers of the E11even Residences Beyond and E11even Hotel & Residences projects, the brothers agreed to acquire the penthouses last week after taking an augmented reality (AR) virtual tour of the future luxury building.
The brothers took the AR tour with their mother, Pam Stepnick, and Jake Paul’s girlfriend, Julia Rose, during a sneak visit of E11even Residence Beyond’s sales office. Following the tour, the brothers each placed their initial 10% deposits, which will not be refundable in two weeks.
According to Roberts, “It was a few days after Jake fought in Tampa. He came over to the sales center with his brother, Logan.”
Yupix, a Miami-based technology business, developed the AR technology.
Located directly next to E11EVEN Hotel & Residences at 20 NE 11 Street in the Park West neighborhood, Beyond will be connected by a signature bridge allowing residents to go back and forth but only Beyond residents can have access to the original building and not the other way around. Like we said, exclusive.
Co-developed by PMG and E11EVEN Partners, E11EVEN Residences Beyond will feature 461 fully furnished and fully finished luxury units. Floor plans will range from studio to two bedrooms plus a selection of limited penthouses. E11EVEN Residences Beyond, designed by Sieger Suarez Architects will rise 65 stories tall and will feature a similar design to that of E11EVEN Hotel & Residences.
All residences were designed by the award-winning design firm, Avroko Hospitality Group. These units have been specially curated with luxury in mind. Residence amenities will feature high-end appliances like Sub-Zero and Wolf, which will include a microwave, dishwasher, and a built-in convection oven. A custom lighting package, fireplace, and a top-of-the-line washer and dryers are also in the units. One valet-only space is included with each standard unit.
E11EVEN Residences Beyond will feature all of the same luxury amenities that E11EVEN Hotel & Residences have to offer.
Amenities:
Signature restaurant
93-foot resort-style pool with a private lounge on level 14
A state-of-the-art fitness center
Access to E11EVEN Beyond Member’s Club
Executive office suites
Workspaces
Helipad with charters available for Beyond residences
*Residents can also enjoy all of the amenities that E11EVEN Hotel and Residences have
Prices at E11even Residence Beyond begin in the mid $300,000s for 318-square-foot homes. The size of a penthouse starts at 2,213 square feet.
E11EVEN Residences Beyond is scheduled to break ground in 2022 and is already at 50% sold.
Miami Developer Plans to Rebuild The Wharf in a $185 Million Project
On the site of the iconic downtown Miami’s The Wharf along the Miami River, a Miami developer is teaming up with Driftwood Capital to build a $185 million Dream Hotel and entertainment complex.
The Riverside Wharf project will consist of two 10-story buildings, one of which will house the 165-room Dream Miami hotel. According to a press release, it will also contain a restaurant, nightclub, and entertainment establishments, including an expanded and updated version of the Wharf. Some additional amenities will be built including a deep-water yacht port, and a public riverwalk.
A 16,000-square-foot restaurant, a 12,000-square-foot event hall, a 30,000-square-foot nightclub/rooftop dayclub, and 600 feet of river frontage are all planned for the 200,000-square-foot project.
Garcia’s Fish Market may also set up shop on the property as a pop-up market. Its commercial fishing activity used to be located on the property.
In 2016, voters in Miami approved a deal that awarded MV Real Estate Holdings, led by Alex Mantecon and Guillermo Vadell, a long-term lease on half of the land. The other half is also owned by MV Real Estate Holdings and is located in an Opportunity Zone.
The 1.5-acre Miami River property at 114 Southwest North River Drive was developed by MV Real Estate Holdings and its partner, Coral Gables-based Driftwood Capital. Nitin Motwani, the managing partner of Merrimac Ventures and the developer of the Miami Worldcenter, is also a general partner in the project, according to Mantecon.
According to Mantecon of MV Real Estate Holdings, the developers plan to seek project permissions from the Miami River Commission in January and then go before the Miami City Commission. Cube3 architects’ John Cardello is designing it, with landscaping by Savino-Miller Design Studio.
Once approved, construction is planned to begin in 2022 with a completion date in 2025.
