The Downtown Miami Underdeck Lands $60 Million US Department Of Transportation Grant

The new I-395 Underdeck and Heritage Trail project is one step closer with a $60 million grant that has been earmarked by the US Department of Transportation. This federal grant will make up the majority of the $83 million needed for the landmark project and is the largest federal grant ever received by the City of Miami, according to Mayor Francis Suarez.

About the Downtown Miami Underdeck

Not unlike The Underline, which stretches under the Miami Metrorail lines south from the Miami River, The Underdeck will bring jogging trails, bicycle lanes, sports parks and active-urban activation to the community. The Underdeck is located under the I-395 bridge and is comprised of 33 acres that is currently considered dead space.

Community leaders and locals have long complained that I-395 and I-95 have created a waste of space and a division between the neighborhoods. The space had previously been a catch-all of litter and despair, which is also an opportunity to create a family-friendly urban greenspace.

When completed, The Underdeck will tie together the Overtown, Downtown Miami, The Miami Arts’ District, Miami Worldcenter and on into Edgewater. Not only will the communities be brought together, property values will increase as well with the ease of access between the districts.

Renderings have been released for the project that is being designed by Hargreaves Jones, whose name has become synonymous with activating urban open spaces and streetscapes. Their previous work can be found in New Orleans’ Crescent Park as well as South Pointe Park in Miami Beach.

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck -Landscape Architecture

Rendering of the Downtown Miami Underdeck – Landscape Architecture

Scope of the Project

When completed, The Underdeck will transform a mile-long deadspace into a public park that stretches from Overtown to the Biscayne Bay. There are four main components that include Neighborhood Green, Active Heart, Live Work Play and the Civic Waterfront.

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Heritage Trail

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Heritage Trail

From the Neighborhood Green to the West, The Underdeck will add a play areas with splash pads for kids, an event lawn for yoga or concerts, plazas and the beginning of the Heritage Trail. Crossing over the Florida East Coast Railway tracks, the Active Heart area offers the signature pedestrian bridge so that joggers and bicyclists can safely cross over the railway as well as a pet playground and sport courts. Continuing to the East, Live Work Play and Civic Waterfront are home to more playgrounds, cafes and concession areas, beautiful water features and the new iconic Signature Bridge that will redefine our skyline.

The redesign of I-395 and addition of the new Downtown Miami Signature Bridge was the project that spurred discussion of activating the space below the highway and making the area a fully-designed and activated urban community.

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck Wildflowers

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Wildflowers

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Bicycle Trails

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Bicycle Trails

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Pedestrian Bridge

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Pedestrian Bridge

The new Signature Bridge is scheduled to be complete in 2027. If you would like to have first-hand accounts as the project comes together, Community Meetings are open to the public and take place virtually or in person. You can access a schedule and reserve a spot here.

Maps of The Downtown Miami Underdeck

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Neighborhood Green

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Neighborhood Green

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Active Heart

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Active Heart

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Civic Waterfront

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Civic Waterfront

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck - Scope of Project

Rendering of Downtown Miami Underdeck – Scope of Project

The Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach Contributes To Historical Transformation Of Morris Lapidus’ Lincoln Road Beachwalk Entrance

The developers of the new Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach are teaming up with the City of Miami Beach to bring Morris Lapidus’ vision of the Lincoln Road beachwalk to fruition. Utilizing a $4.85 million grant from the state of Florida and contributions from the developers and the City of Miami Beach, locals will soon enjoy a new street redesign with an Art Walk, beachwalk beautification and general pedestrian-friendly redesign all the way from the sand to Washington Avenue.

Rendering of Ritz Carlton South Beach Lincoln Road Beachwalk

Rendering of Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach Beachwalk

For those who are new to Miami Beach, Morris Lapidus is the famed architect behind Miami Beach’s historic MiMo designs. You will recognize his work throughout Lincoln Road, the Fontainebleau Hotel, and the Eden Roc, among others. He is one of the most important architects in Miami Beach’s history.

Rendering of Ritz Carlton South Beach Lincoln Road Beach

Rendering of Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach Entrance

The project has been approved by the developers of the Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach, Historic Preservation Board, Florida Legislature and Governor DeSantis. City leaders are working to ensure that improved traffic flow and pedestrian safety are maintained throughout the redesign, which will revive Morris Lapidus’ vision of the “Lapidus Arch” that was meant to connect the South Beach sand to Lincoln Road.

Status of the Project

Now that funding and support for the 100 block of Lincoln Road has been obtained, the final development agreement will be presented to the City Commission in early summer, followed by a Request for Proposals so that construction may begin.

Rendering of Ritz Carlton South Beach Lincoln Road Beachwalk

Rendering of the South Beach Lincoln Road Beachwalk

The team is garnering support to extend the improvements through the 200 and 300 blocks of Lincoln Road, which would connect the sand to Washington Avenue and complete the vision. The community’s support for this expansion is very important for the beautification, increased safety and flow of traffic that residents and property owners will soon enjoy.

The New South Beach

When completed, the new beachwalk entrance will compliment the exclusive feel of the Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach while incorporating the history of Lincoln Road and South Beach with Morris Lapidus’ touch.

Additionally, South Beach in general is experiencing a renaissance. Recent investments into luxury residences, Class A office spaces and a nationwide public relations campaign all distance the area from its hard-partying tourist destination reputation. Going forward, South Beach will be synonymous with class, luxury and artistic decor that pays homage to the rich history of the exclusive neighborhood.

The Ritz-Carlton Residences South Beach is expected to be completed at in the Spring of 2027.

Douglas Elliman is the exclusive broker for this private collection of units at The Ritz-Carlton Residences South Beach. If you are interested in a private presentation of the building, in person or via zoom, please contact Michael Light, Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman and member of the elite Sports and Entertainment Division. Only qualified buyers will be able to view floor plans, renderings and have access to site tours. You may reach Michael directly at 786.566.1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.

Image Credit: Instagram/Florida of Tomorrow
Rendering of Ritz Carlton South Beach Lincoln Road Fountain

Rendering of the South Beach Lincoln Road Fountain

Rendering of Ritz Carlton South Beach Lincoln Road Aerial

Rendering of Ritz Carlton South Beach Lincoln Road Aerial

A Sneak Peek Inside Michael Shvo’s The Raleigh Rosewood Residences

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

The iconic Raleigh in Miami Beach is having a renaissance at the hands of famed developer Michael Shvo and award-winning architect Peter Marino.

Always a visionary, Mr. Shvo has undertaken a full restoration of the famed 60-suite boutique hotel and private member’s club, adding a modern 17-story residential tower at 1775 Collins Avenue on Miami Beach. In order to bring this vision to fruition, Shvo has tapped Peter Marino to oversee the design of the tower with the highest of expectations.

“There is only one architect in the world that I would entrust to restore The Raleigh to its original splendor, and that is Peter Marino,” Michael Shvo told Robb Report. “Drawing from his work with the world’s most glamorous fashion houses, such as Chanel, Dior, and Louis Vuitton, to name a few—and taking inspiration from The Raleigh’s original art deco design and its storied history, Peter Marino has created a unique aesthetic that will be felt in every element of the three-acre estate across the residences, hotel, and beach club.”

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

About The Rosewood Residences at The Raleigh

While the finished project will no doubt capture the epitome of elegance and luxury, details are purposefully quiet. Specific prices of Rosewood Residences at The Raleigh are being kept private and detailed presentations are offered by invitation only.

This lack of specifics is a testament to the desire for privacy that modern buyers of super-luxury real estate have. In addition to the desire for privacy, there is simply no need to overshare every detail of a new project with the recent onslaught of the global elite in Miami Beach.

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Oceanfront Terrace

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Oceanfront Terrace | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

With that being said, small details here and there are being released. The Robb Report was able to obtain a preview of the interiors of The Raleigh this week.

Within the preview, it was said that the tower will include 40 waterfront homes and eight elegant penthouses. Layouts of the new residences will range from two- to five- bedroom layouts and the penthouses will encompass 4,574 square feet up to 13,218 square feet. The penthouse floor plans will offer four- to seven- bedroom plans.

In December of 2023, Bloomberg reported that the 13,000 square foot penthouse would set a new record as the most expensive in Miami Beach history. It is reported to be priced “over $150 million.”

When completed in 2026, the ultra-exclusive project will be managed by Rosewood Hotels. Owners will enjoy 215 linear feet of private oceanfront that Shvo is calling the “Billionaire’s Beach.”

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Primary Bathroom

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Primary Bathroom | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Outside of their homes, owners of Raleigh’s Rosewood Residences will enjoy exclusive amenities that include Marino-designed lobbies, four swimming pools, and a private club and famed Italian restaurant Langosteria. This will be the first U.S. location for the hospitality group, which will also offer in-residence dining as well as beachside cabana service. The double-height wellness center will also feature a 4,000-square-foot spa.

Raleigh’s Rosewood Residences is meant to bring South Beach’s glamorous history from the Art Deco era into the new glory days as the Billionaire’s Beach. This is a wonderful time for South Beach and Michael Shvo is creating a true showpiece that embodies the past, the present and ushers us into the future.

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Kitchen & Breakfast

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Kitchen & Breakfast | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Living Area

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Living Area | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Dining Room

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Dining Room | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Kitchen View

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Kitchen View | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Primary Suite View

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Primary Suite View | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Private Residential Lobby

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Private Residential Lobby | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Porte Cochere

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Porte Cochere | Image Credit: The Boundary for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach Historic Pool

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach Historic Pool | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Hotel and Residences Miami Beach

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

Disclaimer: Information within this article was obtained from The Robb Report and Bloomberg News as well as published statements by the developer. Information herein is believed to be accurate, is for informative purposes only and should not be relied upon. 

Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach Plans Sprawling $125 Million Penthouse

Details are still forthcoming. Please contact Michael Light for a private presentation at 786-566-1700.

About a month after being quietly announced, details of the anticipated Ritz-Carlton Residences South Beach (formerly the Sagamore Hotel) are beginning to trickle out with whispers of the sprawling ultra-luxury oceanfront penthouse that is expected to command $125 million.

The crown jewel penthouse is a combination of the two duplex penthouse in the 15-story development, answering the demand from rich buyers who seek to build a “triangle” of luxe residences in multiple cities that that owners and their families can bounce between.

Ritz Carlton Residences/Sagamore Miami Beach

Ritz Carlton Residences/Sagamore Miami Beach

With 30 total residences and prices beginning at $3.9 million, developers expect a sell-out value of $450 million for the boutique project. Since inventory of exclusive properties such as the Ritz Carlton Residences South Beach is so low, the project is anticipated to sell out fast. Another example of an uber-exclusive project is The Perigon Miami Beach, where buyers have been known to claim multiple residences with the idea to decide which to reside in at a later date.

While it may sound risky to laymen, this demand is relatively normal for the savvy buyers of Manhattan’s most elite where Ken Griffin recently broke a record with a $238 million penthouse purchase. It is not uncommon for investment juggernauts such as Mr. Griffin to buy now and decide later.

“Miami is not just a tourist economy anymore,” co-developer Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos told Bloomberg. “We now have so many hedge fund, venture capital and real estate workers who live here.”

Rendering of the Ritz Carlton Residences/Sagamore Miami Beach South Beach

Rendering of the Ritz Carlton Residences/Sagamore Miami Beach South Beach

The tower is to be built at 1671 Collins Avenue, along what is now known as Billionaire’s Row in Miami Beach. Owners will enjoy residences of 1-5 bedrooms that include Ritz-Carlton branded amenities such as an oceanfront beach club and spa as well as a Michelin-starred culinary experience.

The Ritz-Carlton Residences South Beach is expected to be completed at in the Spring of 2027.

Douglas Elliman is the exclusive broker for this private collection of units at The Ritz-Carlton Residences South Beach. If you are interested in a private presentation of the building, in person or via zoom, please contact Michael Light, Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman and member of the elite Sports and Entertainment Division. Only qualified buyers will be able to view floor plans, renderings and have access to site tours. You may reach Michael directly at 786.566.1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.

Rendering of the Ritz Carlton Residences/Sagamore Miami Beach South Beach

Rendering of the Ritz Carlton Residences/Sagamore Miami Beach South Beach

Image Credit: The Ritz Carlton South Beach

St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles Sales And Construction Update

The last time we checked in with the St. Regis Residences in Sunny Isles, the developers were breaking ground on the development and releasing the timelines for the twin-tower development. As we enter the Spring of 2024, Cheateaû Group and Fortune International are prepared to open sales of the second tower.

Groundbreaking

When they broke ground with a lavish ceremony and celebration in August of 2023, the development announced that the first tower had sold 75% of its 170 residences with prices starting at $3 million. Demonstrating the strength of their confidence in the project, construction commenced on both towers despite the fact that sales in the second tower had not even been released yet.

Developers typically build multi-tower projects in phases as the residences are placed into contract. It is not uncommon for these residences to be constructed even years apart as the sales timelines allow. The sales at St. Regis Sunny Isles have proven to be so brisk that the developers have opted to begin construction on the entire project at once, so that buyers can realize the entire development at once.

“It’s significantly more attractive to have both towers going up at the same time and delivering close to each other,” the developer told The Real Deal.

Rendering of The St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles North Tower Terrace

Rendering of The St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles North Tower Terrace

St. Regis Sunny Isles North Tower Debut

It has been a busy season for the super-luxury development as 80% of the 170 residences in the South Tower have been sold, including the $55 Million upper penthouse. This has prompted the developer to begin offering the final tower as demand has remained high.

Listening to market feedback over these last months, the floor plans of the North Tower residences are larger without sacrificing the level of security, privacy, service and luxury that buyers of the St. Regis Residences have come to recognize. Floor plans range from 1,800 square-foot plans with two bedrooms up to 5,500 square-foot plans with as many as 5 bedrooms.

Prices begin at $4.5 Million up to $15 Million for the North Tower residences.

The St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles North Tower Infinity Pool

The St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles North Tower Infinity Pool

St. Regis Sunny Isles Amenities

Being situated on a sprawling beachfront location, owners at the St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles will enjoy a draw-dropping 435-foot fully-serviced private beach.

Those residents who prefer swimming pools will enjoy three ocean-facing pools with cabanas and lounge areas as well as an infinity-edge sunset pool. Facing the ocean, residents will have the choice of a tower pool, a beachfront club members pool as well as a family-friendly area that adds a splash pad.

The 5-acre development also boasts a host of amenities for those with active lifestyles. The fitness club features both pickleball and padel courts, yoga, pilates, weights, spinning and virtual fitness classes in the indoor/outdoor facility that maximizes any weather we may encounter.

For a relaxation kick, the spa concierge handles reservations for massages, beauty salon/barber services as well as a host of spa treatments.

When you are feeling social, there will also be an area of the 5-acre development that caters to your group. There are dedicated lounges for adults, teens and smaller children. Adults will enjoy several lounges that include the Ellipse Club that adds a cognac room, wine bar and gaming.

In total, there are over 70,000 square feet within the amenity levels. They are designed by São Paulo-based Anastassiadis and exclusively managed by the St. Regis Hotel Company.

Although the tower bears the St. Regis name and services, there is no on-site hotel. This is a residential-only location in order to add to the exclusivity of the project.

Rendering of The St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles North Tower Dining Lounge

Rendering of The St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles North Tower Dining Lounge

When completed in early 2027, the 62-floor development will reach 817 feet above the Sunny Isles Beach and bring 336 ultra-luxury residences to the exclusive enclave of South Florida. At 750-feet, the towers will be among the tallest on the beachfront strip.

“The St. Regis brand is rooted in superior service and The St. Regis Residences, Sunny Isles Beach will execute this lifestyle effortlessly, with every detail carefully considered,” said Manuel Grosskopf, CEO of Château Group. “With infinite 360-degree views, this extraordinary oceanfront site is stunning from entrance to pinnacle. With a dramatic two-story lobby entrance to extensive amenities including a jaw-dropping infinity pool, the magic of the St. Regis brand is evident throughout the property.”

If you are interested in a private presentation of the project, with specific pricing, please contact Michael Light, Broker and Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman. You may reach Michael directly at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.

La Gorce Island Estate, Formerly Cher’s Miami Beach Home Lists For $42.5M

 
If she could turn back time… she would probably purchase this home again.

This storied estate was once the Miami Beach home of Cher, with a layout that embraces all of the grandiose drama you would expect from a superstar of her caliber, yet meticulously upgraded to modernity by Menin Homes to reflect an ambiance of quiet luxury.

The home is located on La Gorce Island, a gated residential island in the quiet, more private area of Miami Beach.

There is a 24-hour patrol and just 30 homes. Sitting on a lot that is over a half acre, the estate boasts 158-feet of waterfront overlooking the Biscayne Bay.

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Aerial

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Aerial

Entering by car, you are greeted by an idyllic courtyard and Spanish Contemporary architecture.

Cher famously lived here when she was taking a break from the spotlight and you will see how peaceful and healing the estate is. It is grand yet intimate, flashy yet quiet.

The home itself has 12,450 interior square feet with six bedrooms, six baths and three powder rooms.

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Entry

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Entry

As you enter the home through graceful arched doors, you are met by dramatic dual grand staircases to the bedrooms on the second level.

The staircases and floors are flanked in Brazilian oak and there is an appropriate welcoming appeal to the social areas toward the back of the home.

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Foyer

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Foyer

Heading toward the backyard you will pass through two main social areas, one more formal and one more intimate. There is also a bar room, media lounge and a kitchen befit of a Michelin-starred chef.

Each of the social rooms, as well as the bar room open up to the back garden. The kitchen is situated in a spot where a catering team could easily and discreetly carry out gatherings for any number of people.

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Formal Living

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Formal Living

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Casual Living Area

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Social Area

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Kitchen

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Kitchen

64 La Gorce Circle Cher Miami Beach Bar

64 La Gorce Circle Miami Beach – Bar Room

The primary suite stuns on the second level with a sitting room and fireplace as well as an expansive private terrace overlooking the grounds.

Completely remodeled, the bath is draped in book-matched marble and there is a boutique-style dressing area suitable for all of Bob Mackie’s designs, or whichever designer the new owner enjoys.

Something very unique about this home is the third floor studio overlooking the bay and the grounds.

In the garden, there is a 50-foot resort style pool with hot tub and cold plunge. The pool house has a cabana bath and sauna with gorgeous landscaping all around.

This iconic estate is offered for $42.5 million and is truly one-of-a-kind.

If you are interested in a private tour of 64 La Gorce Circle, please contact Michael Light, Broker and Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman. You may reach Michael directly at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.

Image Credit: Become Legendary / Dina Goldentayer 

Architectural Digest’s List Of Top Miami Interior Designers

 
Not every city in the world has the privilege of having its own global design inspiration, yet Miami Chic trends across all continents. With its bright, natural light and cool tones with pops of color, people find our style to be warm, artsy, and luxurious, just touching on that air of the unattainable.

With the influx of new residents in the Magic City, we have seen an uptick in the need for skilled interior designers who embody our signature style and add their own touch of flare. Here are the top Miami-based interior designers that were chosen by the holy book of all things architectural/interior, Architectural Digest.

 

Best Miami Interior Designer Antrobus Design Collective

Best Miami Interior Designer Antrobus Design Collective

Antrobus Design Collective

Led by founding principal Alison Antrobus, Antrobus Design Collective is no stranger to being included in “Best of” lists. Her work has also landed her on lists from Conde Nasté Traveler, Inside Out, The Miami Herald, and International Property and Travel.

Ms Antrobus specializes in luxury residential and boutique hospitality projects, with a portfolio that includes Zaha Hadid’s One Thousand Museum as well as Fisher Island among others.

Best Miami Interior Designer B+G Design

Best Miami Interior Designer B+G Design

B+G Design

Founded by Brett and Giselle Sugerman, this Miami interior design firm is notable for its flawless combination of functional minimalism with contemporary appeal. They also bring emotions and a sense of wellness to their projects, offering a 360-degree approach to design and completing with a home that tells a story while also contributing to the story of the family that inhabits the space.

You can find some of their notable work at Ten Museum Park in Downtown Miami (pictured above), as well as in Porsche Design Tower in Sunny Isles and the St. Regis Bal Harbour. The team also designs single family homes.

Best Miami Interior Designer Bea Interiors Design

Best Miami Interior Designer Bea Interiors Design

Bea Interiors Design

Forming Bea Interiors in 2012, Bea Pernia has been a force of nature from the start. She is known for creating spaces that stimulate the eye, stir the soul and create lasting comfort well into the future. Her services go full-range and include conceptual design, custom furniture and finishes with project coordination, art curation and lighting/furniture design. She is consistently praised for her precision, flexibility, attention to detail and genuine passion.

Around town, you will find her design touch in homes on Miami Beach’s Dilido Island on the Venetian Causeway and Pine Tree Drive, in the Brickell Financial District at IconBrickell, Villa Regina, and further south in The Roads, Coconut Grove and Grove Isle, just to name a few. Her designs are not reserved for homes either, she has taken on projects in the commercial space as well as new developments.

Best Miami Interior Designer Britto Charette

Best Miami Interior Designer Britto Charette

Britto Charette

Working with the industry’s most talented craftspeople and vendors to offer full-spectrum interior design services, Britto Charette is no stranger to being recognized for their dedication and talent in the ultra-luxury market. In addition to this year’s Architectural Digest list, they are also recognized by Mansion Global, Interior Design Magazine, and Florida Design, to name a few.

Being that Jay Britto and David Charette are multi-lingual, they are able to work seamlessly with the global elite, bringing their visions to life at Regalia, Jade Signature and the Ritz Carlton in Sunny Isles as well as the St. Regis in Bal Harbour. In the Downtown Miami area, their work is showcased at the new Aston Martin Residences, Elysee in Edgewater, and One Thousand Museum developments. They also create designs in single family residences in neighborhoods such as Star Island and Palm Island.

Best Miami Interior Designer Bunsa Studio

Best Miami Interior Designer Bunsa Studio

Bunsa Studio

For over ten years now, Jennifer Bunsa has been hard at work creating thoughtfully-designed spaces that are unique, comfortable and soulful. Her passion for this, as evidenced in projects such as homes in The Roads, and the Coral Gables enclave affectionately coined Ponce Davis, have earned her a spot on the list of the top Miami interior designers for Architectural Digest as well as Elle Décor, The Wall Street Journal, Domino, Luxe, among others.

While thoughtful and passionate, the finished product of her designs is equally timeless as it is vibrant. There is nothing stuffy about her style, everything is designed to feel lived-in, offering a true sense of home. She believes that the creation of soulful design comes from attention to detail as well as the incorporation of hand-made materials as well as blending old with the new.

Best Miami Interior Designer Light on White

Best Miami Interior Designer Light on White

Light on White

Pursuing a balance between luxury and simplicity, Alizee Brion founded Light on White to bring a design aesthetic that embodies nature’s inspiration of harmony, simplicity and raw beauty. The Miami-based firm has heralded projects for private clients at Biscayne Beach in Edgewater, as well as throughout South Beach, Miami Beach and Cocoplum on Mainland Miami.

You should expect to experience a fluidity in Alizee’s designs, as she incorporates vintage and contemporary collectible design pieces and collaborates with architects, vendors and project managers on a global scale. Having opened in 2016, Light On White has been featured in Architectural Digest as well as Elle Decor and Better Homes & Gardens.

Best Miami Interior Designer Mr Alex Tate Design

Best Miami Interior Designers Mr Alex Tate Design

Mr. Alex Tate Design

Alex Alonso, the founder of Mr. Alex Tate, is known for his knack for “curating fearlessly” and is a maximalist at heart. His passion is collaborating with clients to create lasting spaces that remain on the edge of design consciousness. In addition to being featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor and Chairish Magazines, Mr. Alex Tate is the only of the Miami interior designers to be featured on a Bravo TV contest. They were featured on Bravo’s Best Room Wins, demonstrating their over-the-top personality and talent for design.

Locally, they have undertaken projects in South Beach, Coconut Grove, and Pinecrest, to name a few.

Best Miami Interior Designer Studio IDC

Best Miami Interior Designers Studio IDC

Studio IDC

Gathering inspiration from islands in the Caribbean with cultural influences, locality and client lifestyles, this family-owned design firm is able to curate visually sumptuous yet highly functional spaces. Studio IDC is a second-generation boutique firm that prides itself on being attuned to each client’s specific needs and maintaining close personal communication throughout the design and installation processes.

Studio IDC is also one of the more senior firms on today’s list, having been in business for 25 years. But don’t let this fool you into believing they are no longer cutting-edge. Their airy designs are still as timeless and innovative as those who are fresh out of design school, yet with years of experience to ensure a seamless process.

Many of Studio IDC’s projects are not just inspired by Caribbean beach life, they undertake many homes and hotels in Antigua, Jamaica, St. Lucia, and Haiti. Locally, you can find examples of their casual elegance publicly at the River Oyster Bar, an iconic restaurant in the Brickell Financial District. They have also been commissioned for private residences from Miami Beach to Hollywood.

Miami is so fortunate to have such a talented pool of interior design professionals. Whether you are designing an Airbnb investment, vacation home, your primary residence or developing a hotel, any of these teams would take amazing care of you and bring you vision to life.

 

An Update On SHVO’s Redevelopment Of South Beach’s Historic Raleigh Hotel And Residences

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

Coming off of a long and storied past, South Beach’s glamorous and historic Raleigh Hotel is poised for a new era. Under the direction of visionary developer Michael SHVO, the project has privately launched sales of the 44-unit Rosewood Residences at the Raleigh with a new two-story sales gallery on the property.

The project, meant to breathe new life into the historic Art Deco District of Miami Beach, includes the Martini Bar and Tiger Room, as well as a private member’s club and a beachfront dining room along the 200+ feet of private beach that is associated with The Raleigh. Guests will enjoy a 60-room hotel in the historically redeveloped original structure of the hotel, and residents will have the new 17-story adjacent tower that houses 44 private residences.

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach Pool Area

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach Pool Area | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

If The Raleigh’s redevelopment sounds familiar to you, it is because the project has been on a decade-long journey to its new era. Beginning in 2014, Tommy Hilfiger purchased the hotel with the vision of turning it into a private club. After a few years of turmoil between partners, differences in vision, storm damage to the jobsite, Hilfiger ultimately threw in the towel and sold the project to Michael SHVO in 2019. It was this point where the idea of the new 175-foot residential tower was born.

Since 2019, SHVO and partners have been hard at work with the Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board, who approved the project in 2020 after some changes. The main factor that the preservation board had an issue with was the height of the project. SHVO had requested the residential tower to reach 200-feet high, but the community felt it was slightly too high and would negatively affect the design of the neighborhood. They settled at a slightly shorter 175-foot height and began putting together the specific offerings that the project would bring.

“This fresh, historic restoration and renovation of The Raleigh joins a private beach club with a Latin beat and elegant residences of demure black, white and ivory. This mixture is the best Miami cocktail that I can imagine,” says project architect Peter Marino in a statement.

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach Historic Pool

Rendering of The Raleigh Miami Beach Historic Pool | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

One feature that will be meticulously restored to its original grandeur is the iconic pool, which is known for its curvaceous design and tropical foliage. It was even honored as the most beautiful pool in America by Time Magazine.

Bringing Rosewood Hotel Group into the project promises a seamless service experience for the global elite, whether they are guests of the hotel or in an ownership position in the residential tower. This is all executed under the elegance of Miami Beach’s early 1940’s-era.

“At Rosewood, we are committed to preserving historical gems that truly embody their destinations, while also breathing new life into the properties,” says Sonia Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Rosewood Hotel Group. “Our commitment to the local community is to ensure that The Raleigh honors its legacy for locals and visitors to once again relish this long-cherished property.”

Historic Raleigh Hotel Miami Beach

Historic Raleigh Hotel Miami Beach | Image Credit Samuel H Gottscho from the Gottscho Schleisner Collection in the US Library of Congress

The new tower’s façade, inspired by Marino’s architectural commissions for Chanel, features white columns and black mullions while prioritizing floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum light, air and ocean views. The residences are accessible via private porte-cochere and two dedicated residential lobbies featuring art and furnishings curated by Marino.

Prices of Rosewood Residences at The Raleigh are being kept private and detailed presentations are offered by invitation only.

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach

Rendering of The Raleigh Residences Miami Beach | Image Credit: DBOX for SHVO

 

Disclaimer: Information within this article was obtained from a Press Release by the developer. Information herein is believed to be accurate, is for informative purposes only and should not be relied upon. 

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