Just Sold | Casa Bella By B&B Italia #709 | Last Offered at $1,235,900 Posted on September 22, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs In the Downtown Miami Arts & Entertainment District at 1444 Biscayne Boulevard, construction is beginning on Casa Bella by B&B Italia and they are one step closer to being fully sold out. Our very own Michelle Padilla has negotiated an outstanding deal for a client of The Light Group. The home is an expansive residence with nearly 1,200 square feet, one bedroom with a den, two bedrooms and a beautiful view of the Biscayne Bay and the towers of Edgewater. The last asking price of the unit was $1,235,900, or just over $1,000 per square foot. As level 7 is on the upper levels of the podium of the building, these floors typically offer more privacy and unique floor plans that are sought after when it comes time to resell, as they are rare. Additionally, since the residence is on the northeast corner of the building it also offers even more privacy, sharing only one common wall. Casa Bella Residences Floor Plans The Appeal of Casa Bella Residences With 57 stories of luxurious new residences and amenities overlooking the Biscayne Bay, Casa Bella is one of the most coveted buildings in the area. It was announced at the beginning of 2022 with 306 luxury condos that were 20% sold out within a month of the sales launch. Today, the building is over 75% sold as construction is beginning. The existing structure has been demolished and site work is underway. The project is slated to be an amenity-rich white glove residence that caters to multi-cultural owners. The entire staff is multi-lingual and translation services are also offered. A discreet, warm and helpful concierge is available 24-hours offering services with instinctive Italian style. Some of the services to be offered are housekeeping, pre-arrival grocery delivery, dry cleaning and laundry, arranging childcare or pet care, courier services, personal IT and tech support and of course preferred tickets and reservations. Rendering of Casa Bella Rooftop Observatory Seating Area The Amenities at Casa Bella by B&B Italia The entire project has been designed by Piero Lissoni, the Milanese architect and designer who founded Lissoni & Partners in 1986. The amenities of Casa Bella span three floors of relaxation, wellness and social amenities including: Indoor Amenities Adult Lounge Game Room Children’s Playroom, with educational games and smartboard Spacious Party Room overlooking Biscayne Bay Cinema Wine Lounge Museum quality art collection Fully equipped Business Center, including conference room Co-working space with a comfortable lounge Pet Spa 360 Wellness Center including: Premier fitness center overlooking Biscayne Bay Private yoga room Spin room World-class spa, offering a suite of on-demand services Beauty salon with mani-pedi stations Outdoor amenities A stunning 11th floor pool deck, featuring Italian-inspired gardens designed by world-renowned landscape architect Enzo Enea, luxury spa, and 78-foot lap pool with incredible views of Biscayne Bay. Poolside bar and Mediterranean café Private cabanas and shaded lounge areas Towel service and sun-care kiosk Open-air yoga lawn Pickleball court Private dining with dedicated space for outdoor grilling World-class artwork throughout common areas 56th floor rooftop pool and observatory (pictured above) Rendering of Casa Bella 11th floor pool view In addition to the amenities and services listed above, all residents receive a complimentary one-year membership privileges at Grand Bay Beach Club in Key Biscayne for beach access, restaurants and waterfront recreation. The Residences at Casa Bella by B&B Italia Also outfitted by Piero Lissoni, each residence has been touched by Italian sophistication in every corner. Two private or semi-private elevator banks are available for each of the 306 condos with high speed quiet elevators, ensuring a limited wait time whenever the residents need to come or go. For added security, the elevators are all outfitted with biometric security features. Every unit has an East-facing terrace with glass front and floor-to-ceiling 10-foot impact windows and sliding doors, optimizing the view and indoor/outdoor environment to take advantage of the weather on beautiful Miami days and nights. The residences are also outfitted with the following finishes: Sleek Italian cabinets in kitchens and baths by ITALKRAFT An exquisite selection of cabinet finishes and countertops, all individually selected by Piero Lissoni Top-of-the-line black glass appliance package includes integrated, paneled 36-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, silent paneled dishwasher, Wolf built-in convection oven, Wolf built-in speed oven, ceramic glass countertop, and wine refrigeration (in most units) Oversized stainless steel zero radius sink with single-lever European-designed pullout faucet drawer Piero Lissoni-designed master baths with Italian cabinetry and design Vanity backlit mirrors Elongated electric water closet Spacious spa tubs and frameless glass-enclosed showers in master baths Imported porcelain flooring and walls Italian-designed faucets Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Kitchen and Living Room Flow Through Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Kitchen Rendering of Casa Bella Primary Bathroom Unit sizes at Casa Bella range from 1 to 5 bedroom layouts with 711 square feet up to 5,893 square feet. The prices of remaining purchase opportunities range from $940k up to $13 million. Delivery is anticipated during the summer of 2026. You can learn more about Michelle and her impressive skill set on her bio page here. If you are interested in a private presentation of the Casa Bella by B&B Italia with specific pricing and a similar amazing deal, 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.
Casa Bella Receives Site And Soil Permit To Begin Preparing Construction Site Posted on August 11, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs At 1444 Biscayne Boulevard, Casa Bella by B&B Italia prepares to begin actual construction. Back in February, Related Group received a demolition permit to remove the existing office building at the construction site and began work. Now that the demolition has wrapped up, the city has given them the go-ahead to continue with the new tower, issuing a site and soil permit for the new tower on July 19. Casa Bella Downtown Miami Location The Site and Soil Permit allows developers to run testing on the soil to ensure its density, make sure there are no contaminants, and this is also where ancient artifacts are discovered, if there are any. We don’t expect to find any such thing at the Casa Bella site, but this is the stage of construction where it happens. Additionally, the site will be excavated and pilings installed to prepare for the foundation. After this the foundation is poured and vertical construction can begin. Related Group is on top of things as always, their vertical construction permit is already under review with the city. It is all very exciting to see come to fruition. Coastal Construction is overseeing the physical work and is listed as General Contractor on all of the permits. The also oversaw the construction of buildings such as Aston Martin Residences, The Estates at Acqualina and The Residences by Armani/Casa. Rendering of Casa Bella Location About Casa Bella One of the reasons we believe in this project is it’s location. It is one of only a couple of projects that is adjacent to Genting’s mega-site that is currently on the market and reviewing offers. Yes, Terra did recently back out of a $1.2 Billion deal on the site, but there are at least four other active offers in place, which is why Terra’s request for an extension was not granted. As of today, what will become of this site will remain a mystery. What we do know is that something profound will be constructed there, which will solidify all of the investments made into adjacent buildings. The area will become more walkable, more activated and increase in value as it continues to be built out. There are still some purchase opportunities in Casa Bella. Condos with one bedroom plus den start at $940,000, two bedrooms from $1.2 million, three bedrooms for $1.8 million and four bedroom plans start at $2.4 million. With a rental policy that allows up to 12 monthly rentals per year, this is the perfect opportunity to own a home that you lease out while you are away, or just hold it as an investment. Delivery is anticipated in 2026. If you are interested in a private presentation of Casa Bella by B&B Italia, more details and/or specific pricing for any of these projects, 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. Rendering of Casa Bella Cielo Unit Living The Residences All residences feature two private elevators and a private vestibule. Elevators are equipped with biometric access control for enhanced security. Most units enjoy spacious pass-through layouts with soaring 10-foot ceilings and breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay, Miami’s downtown skyline, and stunning sunsets from the west. Sleek Italian cabinets in kitchens and baths by ITALKRAFT An exquisite selection of cabinet finishes and countertops, all individually selected by Piero Lissoni Top-of-the-line black glass appliance package includes integrated, paneled 36-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, silent paneled dishwasher, Wolf built-in convection oven, Wolf built-in speed oven, ceramic glass countertop, and wine refrigeration (in most units) Oversized stainless steel zero radius sink with single-lever European-designed pullout faucet drawer Piero Lissoni-designed master baths with Italian cabinetry and design Vanity backlit mirrors Elongated electric water closet Spacious spa tubs and frameless glass-enclosed showers in master baths Imported porcelain flooring and walls Italian-designed faucets Powder rooms in select residences Casa Bella Residences Features & Amenities 57-story luxury condo building located in Miami’s Art & Entertainment District in Downtown Miami 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 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 boasting rooftop pool and observatory (650 feet) with high-tech telescope 24-hour valet parking 24-hour security 24-hour maintenance staff Multilingual team on site On-demand concierge services 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
Terra’s $1.2 Billion Downtown Miami Deal Is Off. What Does This Mean For The Miami Real Estate Market? Posted on June 30, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs Well, that’s a wrap. The record-breaking $1.2 Billion development site deal between Terra Group and Genting at 1431 North Bayshore Drive is not moving forward. What was heavily touted in every news outlet as the most expensive deal in the history of Miami is canceled. What does this signify about the market? Is the news media onto something that we are about to come to a screeching halt? Let’s break it down. The Deal And Why It Fell In order to really get ahold of what this signifies for the market, we first have to look into the development deal itself. Why it was a marker to begin with and why the deal failed. Of course, the sheer dollar amount of the purchase is the reason that the deal was so newsworthy. Genting had big plans for the site. At the time, their purchase price of $236 million was in and of itself groundbreaking. But their plans did not make it through the governmental red tape and Downtown Miami is just not the spot for table games and gambling. Genting really did make a solid go of it too. I don’t really gamble, but that Superfast mini-cruise ship/Bahamas ferry was a lot of fun (for those who remember). Rather than continue to put good money after bad, they finally said forget it and flipped the property to someone with a different plan. After a short period of collecting bids, Genting chose Terra Group’s bid of $1.2 Billion. The actual plans were very hush-hush, potentially because they were still in the conceptual state and not ready for press. But as quickly as the deal started, it stopped. It turns out that the problem with the deal was simply that Terra Group requested an extension of the due-diligence period for the deal and Genting said no. This is pretty common in development deals, and in my opinion, the deal should have already passed the due diligence period before being released to the press because so many things can happen during this delicate time. It could have been that the soil testing came back in a way that needed more testing, the seawall needed more work than anticipated and they needed to get more bids. It could have been that the return on investment at sell-off needed some tweaking, it could have been ANYTHING. This is in no way an indicator that either party is acting in a negative way toward the other or that the market is too unstable to withhold a development of this magnitude. What this does mean is that Genting is in a position of power. They have four other buyers eager to send them ten-figures for their land. Why should they give extensions? This is business and they are here to sell their land to the person who will close as quickly as possible and for the highest amount possible, so everyone can move along to their next deal. It’s a good position to be in. Can Terra come back and bid again? Certainly. And we love Terra Group’s product, so we hope that this does happen. Either way though, we are as eager as everyone to see how this pans out. Rendering of Casa Bella Rooftop Pool View North What this means for the Miami Real Estate Market In the time that the Terra/Genting deal was starting and failing, sales have not slowed down. Casa Bella Residences, which is gearing up to begin construction directly to the west of the development site at 1444 Biscayne Boulevard, has recently announced that they have sold over 70% of their 312 residences. They are now busy offering the 23 penthouses, which is the last step of the new development sales cycle. To reach this point in less than 18 months with the amount of competition the Miami new development market is offering is outstanding. Rendering of EDITION Residences Edgewater Arrival To the north of the development site is a flurry of action. Two Roads Development’s EDITION Miami Residences in Edgewater is located just to the north at 2121 North Bayshore Drive, and is gearing up to begin construction. Within a month of launch this spring, they had sold over $160 million of their 185 residences. This all happened before they were even able to open their $10 Million sales gallery. Rendering of Villa Miami Entrance And we cannot finish this analysis without looking at the all-star luxurious foodie-haven Villa Miami, which is also a Terra Group product in partnership with Major Food Group. This project has 75 super-luxury residences that embrace an array of culinary-focused amenities. The residences start at $4.5 million and have debuted in the market with much fanfare. I’m not going to rule out the possibility that maybe Terra Group realized its plate is a bit too full (see what I did there?) with Villa Miami and other projects in its pipeline this month, so asked for another month to complete the due diligence on Smart City with Genting. I do not know this to be a fact, it is purely speculation. My point is that nobody really knows why the Smart City transaction failed, but it doesn’t really matter either. Someone else will buy it (or maybe Terra Group will buy it again) and sales traffic has not slowed in the neighborhood. As long as there are new taxes and increased inflation in New York and other key areas of migration, there will be opportunity in Miami. If you are interested in continued updates on the development site, stay tuned here. If you are interested in a private presentation, more details and/or specific pricing for any of these projects, 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.
Demolition Permit Issued For Office Complex Where Casa Bella Residences Will Be Built Posted on February 7, 2023February 8, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs The new year is off to a busy start at the City of Miami Building Department. In addition to other projects, a demolition permit has been issued for the 3-story office complex at 1400 Biscayne Boulevard, making way for Related Group and ALTA Development’s new Casa Bella by B&B Italia project. It is unclear when the 250,000-square-foot office building will actually be demolished, but tenants have already begun to vacate the building. The permit was officially approved on January 30 after just weeks of consideration. Casa Bella Downtown Miami Location While the specs of Casa Bella are inconsistent depending upon who you are speaking with, the sales team reports that the tower will be completed in 2026 with 56 stories and 317 residences priced between $735,000-$13 million. Sales have been brisk since the official launch last year, several of the floor plans have completely been reserved and the ten penthouse residences have been revealed. The prime location in the new Arts & Entertainment district of Downtown Miami is all-encompassing with spectacular views of the Biscayne Bay, Downtown Miami’s glittering lights and the colorful sunsets to the west. Residents will be able to simply cross the street heading south in order to visit the Adrienne Arscht Center for Performing Arts. Directly east is a transit hub, where the Metro Mover will take you for free to Downtown Miami, Miami River attractions, Bayfront Park and Brickell, and soon all the way to Miami Beach. Additionally, the location is convenient to both the I-395 MacArthur and I-195 Julia Tuttle Causeways from mainland Miami to Miami Beach. Casa Bella by B&B Italia will offer residents an elevated lifestyle with luxurious finishes, high ceilings and five star service. Two full floors are dedicated to amenities, entertainment spaces, a wellness center and spa facilities. Outdoors, residents will enjoy a pool deck with Italian-inspired gardens, a 78-foot lap pool as well as a rooftop pool and terrace. The development of Casa Bella has generated much anticipation and excitement and is set to make a significant impact in the area once construction begins. While the demolition permit has been issued, the City of Miami Building Department has the construction permit under review. The developers have hired Coastal Construction, one of South Florida’s premiere construction firms to act as general contractor, as well as MTCI Private Provider to work with the contractor in expediting the permit process. Below is a synopsis of the finishes chosen for the residences as well as a list of the planned amenities. Rendering of Casa Bella Residences The Residences All residences feature two private elevators and a private vestibule. Elevators are equipped with biometric access control for enhanced security. Most units enjoy spacious pass-through layouts with soaring 10-foot ceilings and breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay, Miami’s downtown skyline, and stunning sunsets from the west. Sleek Italian cabinets in kitchens and baths by ITALKRAFT An exquisite selection of cabinet finishes and countertops, all individually selected by Piero Lissoni Top-of-the-line black glass appliance package includes integrated, paneled 36-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, silent paneled dishwasher, Wolf built-in convection oven, Wolf built-in speed oven, ceramic glass countertop, and wine refrigeration (in most units) Oversized stainless steel zero radius sink with single-lever European-designed pullout faucet drawer Piero Lissoni-designed master baths with Italian cabinetry and design Vanity backlit mirrors Elongated electric water closet Spacious spa tubs and frameless glass-enclosed showers in master baths Imported porcelain flooring and walls Italian-designed faucets Powder rooms in select residences Casa Bella Residences Features & Amenities 57-story luxury condo building located in Miami’s Art & Entertainment District in Downtown Miami 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 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 boasting rooftop pool and observatory (650 feet) with high-tech telescope 24-hour valet parking 24-hour security 24-hour maintenance staff Multilingual team on site On-demand concierge services 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
Casa Bella By B&B Italia: Upper Penthouses To Offer Rooftop Terraces And Private Pools Posted on January 17, 2023January 22, 2023 by Sarah Elles Boggs Casa Bella Residences by B&B Italia, which is set to rise above the Miami Arts & Entertainment District, has released renderings and details for their meticulously-designed penthouse collection inspired by the international appeal of Miami. There are 10 total penthouse residences including four Upper Penthouses that each have either two or three levels and six Lower Penthouses that are single-level. The four duplex or triplex residences each have dramatic 24-foot ceilings in the living rooms and expansive floor plans that range from 4,100 square feet to 5,900 square feet of interior space. The third level of the triplex models is reserved for private 56th-floor rooftop terraces with pools and indoor/outdoor kitchens. Prices range from $8 million to $13 million for the upper penthouses. Rendering of Casa Bella Rooftop Seating Area Inside the building, the kitchens also offer an elevated experience with integrated espresso machines and double-door SubZero refrigerators. The kitchen cupboards include additional color choices that are exclusive to the penthouses. Ceiling heights in the bedrooms and lower penthouses are risen to 12-feet. The graciously-sized primary bedrooms include dual walk-in closets. Many of the penthouse residences offer spa baths with freestanding soaking tubs and large showers with bay and ocean views. The six single-level penthouses are located on the 52nd and 53rd floors, with only 3 residences per floor. They range in size from 3,000 to 3,750 square feet with prices from $4.8 million to $6 million. Rendering of Casa Bella Upper Penthouse For those buyers who prefer a more bespoke approach to living, Piero Lissoni and B&B Italia’s celebrated team of designers are available to design move-in ready packages with furnishings and decor. Lissoni’s modern and refined aesthetic is demonstrated with a distinct selection of fixtures and finishes that emulate the homes in Mediterranean regions with an indoor/outdoor feel. “It’s not enough to simply put furniture in a space because in the end, the panoramic views are not enough when it comes to designing a penthouse,” Lissoni told The Robb Report. “For these spaces, we used furniture from B&B Italia, as well as other brands, because it can’t look like a catalog. For each space, we incorporated antique pieces from China, Japan and Africa with modern pieces from European countries, like B&B and Maxalto, and special vintage pieces from the 1950s and 1960s. If you shake it together, it becomes a cultural cocktail.” Casa Bella by B&B Italia is being developed by Related Group, who has partnered with Alta Developers. The 56-story condominium tower offers 317 luxury residences representing the first residential partnership for the famed Italian design house B&B Italia, known around the world for its high-end collaborations with legacy brands such as Rolex, Hermès, and Rolls-Royce. The tower is designed by Miami-based Arquitectonica with undulating waves and a modern, artful façade that towers over “The Broadway of Miami” as the Art & Entertainment District is affectionately coined. If Casa Bella is a theater’s stage, B&B Italia is one of the most important actors, Mr. Lissoni says. “Casa Bella is located in downtown Miami’s thriving Arts & Cultural District,” says Nicholas Pérez, senior vice president of Related Group. “There is no other residential development with this design pedigree in the neighborhood, which is why Casa Bella continues to attract Miami natives, out-of-state and international buyers.” The Amenities at Casa Bella All residences in the building will enjoy a host of amenities. Two floors of shared space is offered with dedicated entertainment space overlooking the Biscayne Bay. There is a spacious party room with a wine vault and tasting lounge, a private theater and co-working spaces. Health conscious residents will enjoy a world-class wellness center with professional-level equipment, a dedicated yoga room and spin studio. The spa facilities offer an array of on-demand treatments including massages, blowouts, facials and nails. On the rooftop, a shared pool is available, separate from the pools of the two upper penthouses. The 56th floor amenity deck also has a poolside bar and Mediterranean cafe for light bites and refreshments, along with an observatory. An 80-foot lap pool is available on the 11th level with private cabanas and shaded lounge areas. The pool areas have been designed by landscape architect Enzo Enea, who drew inspiration form Italian gardens that flow through to the open-air lawn for yoga and meditation. Rendering of Casa Bella 11th floor pool view Rendering of Casa Bella Wine Room Lounge A personal concierge is available for residents who need assistance with show times/tickets, dinner reservations, housekeeping, grocery shopping and delivery, nanny services, personal tech support and more. All residents also receive a complimentary membership to the Grand Bay Beach Club in Key Biscayne. Located at 1400 Biscayne Boulevard, Casa Bella is nestled comfortably between the Adrienne Arsht Center of Performing Arts and Edgewater. This area is coming into its own as the heart of Miami’s “New Downtown.” Buyers will enjoy easy access to nearby museums including the Perez Art Museum Miami, the Frost Museum of Science, the newly-coined Miami Arena (previously the FTX Arena). Aside form the nearby attractions, the views are amazing and the location’s convenience to highways in order to access the beach and airport is unmatched. If you would like a private presentation with specific floor plans, 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.
Top 9 New Construction Miami Condos in 2022 Posted on March 2, 2022 by Michael Light At a time when inventory in Miami is at an all-time low and demand is at an all-time high, there could be no better timing of a flux of pre-construction projects on the horizon. With all of the people flocking to South Florida from New York, Connecticut, California and Illinois, leaving a depleted supply of available inventory, developers see this as the perfect time to start marketing their new developments. And, they are being proven right…these new construction buildings are selling at a velocity never-before-seen in Miami, it is seriously unbelievable! But, there are 9 condo buildings below that have launched within the past 6 months that still have amazing opportunities. The 9 new condo developments below offer different price points in varying neighborhoods…for those looking for an affordable pied-a-terre to an expensive beachfront condo and a mix in between. If you are interested in a private presentation of any of the new construction condos below, please contact Michael Light, Broker Associate and Executive Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman Real Estate and a member of the elite Sports and Entertainment Division. Michael is an expert at navigating the pre-construction condo market in Miami and the beaches and has been for more than 12 years. Buying pre-construction condos is very different than buying properties that are already built, so it is important to work with someone who is knowledgeable in this area of expertise. You may contact Michael directly at 786.566.1700 or michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com. St. Regis Residences St. Regis Miami Residences is the newest ultra-luxury residential condo development on the horizon for the Brickell neighborhood of Miami Florida, otherwise known as Miami’s Financial District. The St. Regis Miami Residences will consist of 2, 48-story condo towers designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects with interior designs by Rockwell Group, both highly-acclaimed architecture firms based in New York. Developed by the Related Group and Integra Investments, the St. Regis Miami Residences will be operated by the 5-star operator, St. Regis, known for its exquisite services and sophistication, but will NOT include a hotel component. St. Regis Miami has finalized floor plans for its East Tower which will offer 149 condo units but is currently in the design stage for floor plans for the second tower, so the total number of residential units between both towers is not yet set in stone but will be approximately 350 units. St. Regis is slated for completion in 2025. Please visit our St. Regis Residences building page for more information about St. Regis condos in Brickell including amenities, floor plans, renderings and fact sheet. Vita at Grove Isle Vita at Grove Isle, formerly known as “The Markers Grove Isle,” is the newest residential masterpiece by Italian developer, Ugo Colombo, who is renowned for creating timeless luxury residential towers with quality hand-picked Italian finishes. Vita will be an especially unique project because it will be located on the private guard-gated 20-acre island of Grove Isle, just over the bridge from mainland Coconut Grove, and will offer unobstructed direct-water views of Biscayne Bay from each and every residence. Designed by CallisonRTKL, Vita will be a 7-story tower consisting of 3 distinct but connected buildings named Sole, Mare and Luce offering a total of 65 luxury condos, including 12 bi-level penthouses. Residences will offer 3 and 4-bedroom layouts ranging in size from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet with expansive 13-foot-deep terraces overlooking Biscayne Bay. Penthouses will range in size from 3,400 to 6,600 interior square feet plus an additional 2,900 to 6,100 SF of outdoor space, complete with private rooftop terraces, swimming pools and summer kitchens. Each unit will feature private elevators, Crestron Smart Home systems, high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, European-style kitchens by Italian kitchen design firm, Molteni and bathrooms with exquisite Italian wood and book matched marble finishes, spacious laundry rooms and enclosed individual garages with optional lifts and charging stations. Vita at Grove Isle is estimated for completion in 2024. Please visit our Vita at Grove Isle building page for more information about Vita Grove Isle condos in Coconut Grove including amenities, deposit structure, fact sheet and renderings. Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami The Waldorf Astoria is a hotel brand that needs no introduction as it has provided guests with a truly luxurious experience for over 90 years. The Waldorf Astoria reputation is synonymous with elegance, sophistication and perfection which is why it is the perfect global brand to be introduced to a world-class city such as Miami. Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami, is a 100-story ultra-luxury condo/hotel tower that will soon soar 1,049 feet above the ground, making it Miami’s tallest tower once it is completed in 2025. Waldorf Astoria Miami will be ideally situated waterfront in the epicenter of Downtown Miami, Florida just steps from Miami Worldcenter, American Airlines Arena, Museum Park, Adrienne Arsht Center, Perez Art Museum, Frost Museum of Science and a variety of restaurants, shopping and other entertainment. Designed by Carlos Ott and Sieger Suarez Architects and developed by PMG, Waldorf Astoria Miami will be comprised of 9 vertical stacking glass “cubes” that will each be distinct and offer its own unique characteristics. Cubes 1-3 (floors 1-39) will be hotel components offering 205 hotel suites owned and operated by Waldorf Astoria, in addition to amenities that owners will also have full access to including a grand hotel lobby, resort-style pool deck, a ground-level signature restaurant by Major Food Group, business center, signature spa, state-of-the-art fitness center and much more. Cubes 4-9 (floors 40-100) will be exclusive to owners and residents with cubes 4-8 offering amenities and residences and cube 9 offering a penthouse collection. There will be a total of 360 privately-owned units in the residential cubes ranging in size from 516 – 12,300 square feet and offering Junior Suite Studios to 4 bedrooms. Units will feature 10-foot and 14-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, Savant smart home automation systems, high-end kitchens with Italian cabinetry and Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances, spa-like bathrooms with Dornbracht and Duravit fixtures and expansive terraces with spectacular bay, ocean and city skyline views. Residents will also enjoy exclusive amenities including a private, residential lobby and a 40th-floor pool deck with a swimming pool, whirlpools, lounge areas and a bar/café. Waldorf Astoria Miami is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2025. Please visit our Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami building page for more information about Waldorf Astoria condos in Downtown Miami including amenities, deposit structure, floor plans, brochure and renderings. Bentley Residences Bentley Residences is a brand-new, global-luxury-car-branded condo tower on the Miami horizon. This new condo tower will be truly iconic as it will not only be the very 1st Bentley-branded residential condo tower in the entire world, but it will also be the tallest beachfront residential condo tower in the country, soaring 749 feet above the sand. This ultra-luxe, 60-story condo tower is being developed by Dezer Development and designed by Sieger Suarez, who have also teamed up on other high-end condo buildings in Sunny Isles Beach including Porsche Design Tower and Residences by Armani Casa. In fact, Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development, is planning to borrow a similar truly-innovative feature from Porsche Design Tower and include it in this new exciting Bentley condo building…his famous in-unit car elevator, dubbed the ‘Dezervator.’ Bentley Residences will feature a modern car elevator and a 4-car in-unit garage in each private residence, offering a chic, sophisticated unit for car collectors. Each and every condo unit will also boast private swimming pools and saunas. Construction of Bentley Residences in Sunny Isles Beach is expected to begin in 2023 with an estimated completion of 2026. However, please note, Bentley Residences is still in the design stage and floor plans, brochures, pricing, etc. are not final as of yet, but I will keep you up-to-date as soon as all plans have been finalized. Please visit our Bentley Residences building page for more information about Bentley condos in Sunny Isles Beach including features, amenities and renderings. Casa Bella Residences Casa Bella Residences by B&B Italia is a pre-construction 57-story luxury condo tower that will be located at 1444 Biscayne Boulevard in the Art & Entertainment District of Greater Downtown Miami, Florida. Designed by Arquitectonica with development by Related Group and Alta Developers, Casa Bella is an Italian-inspired luxury development curated by world-renowned designer Piero Lissoni and Italian luxury furniture brand, B&B Italia. Casa Bella Residences will consist of 306 luxury condos, including an exquisite penthouse collection offering 24 penthouses, 2 of which will include private rooftop terraces complete with summer kitchens and spa tubs. Residences will offer 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom layouts with 10’ ceilings, while penthouses will offer 2, 3 + Den and 5-bedroom layouts with 11-12-foot ceilings. All residences will feature 2 private elevators, biometric access-controlled elevators, floor-to-ceiling impact-resistant windows, European-style kitchens and bathrooms designed by Piero Lissoni, Italian cabinetry by ItalKraft, top-of-the-line Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances, and spacious terraces with stunning views. Additionally, the developers of Casa Bella are offering new buyers an extraordinary opportunity to have their residence personally curated by B&B Italia, Italy’s leading furniture design firm. Casa Bella will offer its residents spectacular services and amenities that will span two full floors. Amenities will include a state-of-the-art wellness and fitness center offering on-demand services, yoga room, spinning room, salon, adult entertainment lounge, game room, kid’s play room with smartboard, party room, wine room, theater, business center, co-workspace, pet spa, expansive 11th-floor pool deck, 78’ lap pool, outdoor spa, poolside bar and café, pickleball court, BBQ with outdoor dining area, ground-level restaurant open to the public and a 56th-floor Sky Terrace boasting rooftop pool and observatory (650 feet) with high-tech telescope. Services at Casa Bella will include on-demand concierge services, 24-hour valet parking, 24-hour security, maintenance staff and an on-site multilingual team. Residents will also be afforded a 1-year complimentary membership at the Grand Bay Beach Club in Key Biscayne. Casa Bella is estimated to be completed in 2025. Please visit our Casa Bella Residences building page for more information about Casa Bella condos in Miami’s Arts & Entertainment District including deposit structure, amenities, floor plans, renderings and brochure. The Standard Residences The Standard Residences Midtown Miami will be the very 1st of its kind! The Standard is globally known as a chic, vibrant hotelier brand celebrated for its fun vibes and rich culture. The Standard brand is now teaming up with Carlos Rosso, Midtown Miami Developments and Arquitectonica to build the brand’s first residential tower, right here in Miami. The Standard Residences will be a 12-story condo building offering 228 pied-a-terre-style units ideally located in the Midtown neighborhood of Miami, steps from an array of entertainment, shopping and restaurants. The Standard Residences will offer open-concept floor plans ranging in size from 432 to 965 square feet offering studios, 1 bedrooms, 1 bedrooms + Dens and 2 bedrooms. Condos at The Standard will boast 9’ ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, smart technology, sleek Italian kitchens with premium Bosch appliances, stone countertops and detailed ceramic backsplashes, modern bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers with dual shower heads, dual vanities and brass fixtures, wood-grained porcelain flooring, in-unit washers/dryers and private terraces. This is more of a pied-a-terre-style condo building because it will afford owners a flexible rental program by allowing owners to lease out their units 12 times per year (minimum of 30 days), which is not common in condo buildings in Miami. The Standard Residences will offer its residents 34,000 square feet of amenities and amazing services. Amenities at The Standard will include 10,000 SF of ground-level retail, double-height lobby with social spaces, The Standard Café, resort-style rooftop deck, 60-foot swimming pool, whirlpool spa, rooftop restaurant and bar, fitness center with indoor/outdoor yoga, saunas and meditation studio, pickleball court, social lounge, karaoke bar, pet grooming spa, cinema and work floor with co-workspaces and private meeting rooms. Services at The Standard will include poolside food and beverage services, on-demand food delivery to residences from rooftop restaurant, 24-hour attended lobby, 24-hour concierge services and on-demand grocery service, housekeeping, dry cleaning, laundry, etc. Construction will begin this summer with an estimated completion in Q4 of 2023. Please visit our Standard Residences building page for more information about The Standard condos in Midtown Miami including a brand overview, deposit structure, amenities, floor plans, renderings and brochure. Mr. C Tigertail Residences Ignazio and Maggio Cipriani, brothers from the famed Cipriani family, have joined forces with developer David Martin of Terra to build Mr. C Tigertail Residences in Coconut Grove, a 21-story residential condo building to be located along Tigertail Avenue in the highly-sought-after bayfront neighborhood of Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida. Mr. C Tigertail Residences, which will be located at 2678 Tigertail Avenue, is the sister building to Mr. C Residences that will be located directly adjacent at 2655 S. Bayshore Drive. Mr. C Tigertail Residences was originally planned to be an apartment building; however, the sales at Mr. C Residences went so well, that the developers decided to turn the sister tower into a second luxury condo building which will also be completed in 2023. Condos at Mr. C Tigertail will have the same luxe interior finishes as Mr. C Residences but will feature more units. The 125 units in the Tigertail Tower will boast chic, sophisticated interiors beautifully designed by Meyer Davis ranging from one to four-bedroom layouts offering 10’ ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, European porcelain tile flooring, custom designed Italian kitchens by ItalKraft with beautiful Italian Terrazzo, Quartz countertops and premium Sub-Zero/Wolf appliances, spa-like bathrooms and private terraces boasting spectacular bay and city views. Although Mr. C Tigertail Residences does NOT have a hotel component, the residential condo tower will offer 5-star hotel-like amenities including a variety of dining options, in-home delivery from the signature café, private Bellini bar on the garden-level pool deck, exclusive rooftop pool (only in the Tigertail Tower), signature spa, Peloton studio, high-tech fitness center with lounge and juice bar, indoor yoga studio, business lounge, teen game lounge, Little C’s playroom, library, billiards room and much more! Mr. C Tigertail is estimated for 2023 completion. Please visit our Mr. C Tigertail Residences building page for more information about Mr. C Tigertail condos in Coconut Grove including deposit structure, amenities, floor plans, brochure and renderings. Aria Reserve Aria Reserve is a pre-construction condo development consisting of two, 62-story twin towers located along Biscayne Bay in the Edgewater neighborhood of Miami, Florida. Designed by Arquitectonica with development by Melo Group, Aria Reserve is on course to be the tallest waterfront residential twin condo towers in the United States. Aria Reserve will consist of a total of 782 luxury condo units, with each tower offering 391 units. Aria Reserve will feature four types of condos including Panoramic Residences, Skyview Residences, Penthouses and Penthouse Mansions. All units will boast dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows throughout, amazing direct-water views of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, expansive private terraces up to 11-feet deep, modern eat-in kitchens with integrated high-end appliances and chef’s islands and spa-like master bathrooms with rain showers and soaking tubs. Panoramic and Skyview Residences will offer 1 to 4-bedroom flow-through layouts ranging in size from 1,059 to 2,584 square feet while Penthouses will offer 4 bedrooms ranging in size from 2,930 to 3,260 square feet. Aria Reserve will offer only 3 unique Penthouse Mansions. Penthouse Mansions will range in size from 7,790 to 8,385 square feet, each offering 7 bedrooms and a private rooftop terrace with dining area, summer kitchen, living room, cabana bathroom and private pool. Aria Reserve will offer its residents extraordinary indoor and outdoor amenities. Outdoor amenities will include a water sports marina with paddle board and kayaking services, direct access to the Baywalk, semi-Olympic-size lap pool, lounge pool, poolside daybeds, children’s splash pad, hot tub, kid’s playground, dog park, miniature golf, tennis court, basketball court, paddleball court, telescope observatory area, meditation garden, BBQ with dining area, fire pit and valet parking. Indoor Amenities at Aria Reserve will include a Sky Lobby with lounge area, wine cellar room and business center, high-tech fitness center, yoga lounge, wellness spa, sauna, steam room, club room, kid’s playroom, movie theater, teen’s lounge/game room, restaurant overlooking the bay, café and 24-hour attended front desk. Aria Reserve is planned to break ground during the first quarter of 2022 and is estimated for completion in the summer of 2024. Please visit our Aria Reserve building page for more information about Aria Reserve condos in Edgewater including floor plans, renderings, brochures, amenities and deposit structure. Baccarat Residences Baccarat Residences is a 75-story glass waterfront condo tower that is planned to be located at 444 Brickell Avenue in the Brickell neighborhood of Downtown Miami, Florida with an estimated completion date of Q4 2025. Designed by Miami-based firm Arquitectonica and development by Related Group, Baccarat Residences Miami is the first ever collaboration between Related Group and SH Hotels and Resorts. This luxe building will offer 5-Star amenities and services curated by famed Baccarat Hotels & Residences with management by SH Hotels & Resorts, lush landscaping by award-winning Swiss architect Enzo Enea and elegant interior design by Meyer Davis Studio. Amenities at Baccarat Residences will be unmatched and will include a private marina, waterfront promenade, 10,000-SF signature waterfront restaurant, museum-quality art curated throughout common areas, 12th floor elevated amenities deck boasting heated saline swimming pool, cabanas, outdoor spa, summer kitchen and sun terrace, Grand Salon for private parties, club room, state-of-the-art fitness center curated by Altitude Fitness, Hammam spa, movie theater, game room, kid’s playroom, business center, gourmet market, wine cellar, pet spa, hair salon and much more! Residents of Baccarat Residences will enjoy top-notch services including 24-hour complimentary valet parking, 24-hour security, bespoke concierge services, house car limousine service, residential home oversight, 24-hour room service, IT technical support, personal shopping privileges available from Baccarat Preferred Partners and Baccarat Global Member privileges, which you can see detailed below. Additionally, residents will be certain to enjoy access to the Beach Club at 1 Hotel in South Beach including beach service and complimentary valet parking. Baccarat Miami will offer a total of 360 luxury units including 324 residences, 8 penthouses and 28 river flats/duplexes, with the smallest unit being 1,336 square feet. Units will offer open-concept flow through floor plans with 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom layouts offering private 8-foot-deep terraces with spectacular views of Biscayne Bay, the Miami River and the vibrant city skyline. Condos at Baccarat will also feature private elevators, 10-12’-ceilings, energy-efficient floor-to-ceiling windows/sliding glass doors, Chef’s kitchens with Italian cabinetry designed by Meyer Davis, stone countertops and high-end Wolf/Sub-Zero/Cove appliances, spa-inspired master bathrooms with stand-alone soaking tubs and frameless glass rain showers, laundry rooms and spacious walk-in closets. Baccarat is estimated for completion in Q4 of 2025. Please visit our Baccarat Residences building page for more information about Baccarat condos in Brickell including amenities, floor plans, renderings, brochure and deposit structure.
Related’s Casa Bella by B&B Italia is Already 20% Reserved Posted on February 24, 2022February 27, 2022 by Sarah Elles Boggs Just over a month after their launch, Related Group and Alta Developers are celebrating the reservation of 20% of their 312 residences at Casa Bella by B&B Italia in Downtown Miami’s Arts’ and Entertainment District. This amounts to over $80 million in reservations, completed mostly through a whisper campaign. “We’ve controlled this parcel for many years now, and with skyrocketing condo demand and dwindling supply, we are finally ready to move on what will be a neighborhood-defining project,” said Jon Paul Pérez, President of Related. “We are in the middle of one of the most robust markets in Related’s history, a trend we expect will pick up further with the launch of Casa Bella.” Designed by Arquitectonica and outfitted by Lissoni & Partners, Casa Bella by B&B Italia is conveniently located on 14th Street & Biscayne, just north of the MacArthur Causeway. It is nestled between the popular Edgewater neighborhood and booming Downtown Miami. A host of international restaurants, museums, theaters, art galleries and other cultural outposts are just steps away. Within minutes, you can find yourself in other see-and-be-seen districts including Wynwood, Brickell, the Miami Design District and Miami Beach. Given the proximity to the I395 MacArthur Causeway, the Miami International Airport is easily accessed and a short ride. Rendering of Casa Bella Residences East Unit Terrace Buyers can choose between an array of floor plans ranging from a 711 square ft 1 bedroom up to a 2,187 square foot 4 bedroom with 4 baths. All residences include two private elevators with biometric access control for added security and a private vestibule. Interiors boast 10-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling impact windows and glass-encased balconies to enjoy sweeping views of the Biscayne Bay, the stunning Downtown Miami skyline and serene sunsets to the west. In the kitchens, buyers will enjoy sleek Italian cabinets by ITALKRAFT and hidden appliances. Piero Lissoni has selected a choice of finishes and countertops so that pre-construction buyers have the opportunity to customize their kitchen. The appliances include the top-of-the-line black glass package that features an integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, silent paneled dishwasher, Wolf built-in convection oven, speed oven, ceramic glass countertop and most units include a wine chiller. Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Kitchen Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Kitchen and Living Room Flow Through The bathrooms are elegantly outfitted with vanity LED backlit mirrors, spacious spa tubs and frameless glass-enclosed showers in the primary bathrooms. The design is once again selected by Pierro Lissoni with Italian cabinetry and design and water fixtures. As a full-service building, Casa Bella by B&B Italia offers 24/7 doorman, security, maintenance and valet in a variety of languages. There will also be an on-demand concierge for housekeeping, pre-arrival grocery shopping and delivery, dry cleaning and laundry, nanny services, pet care services, overnight shoe shining, event tickets, courier services, personal IT and tech support, translation services as well as butler services. Each residence will also receive a complimentary one-year membership to the exclusive Grand Bay Beach Club in Key Biscayne. Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Bathroom In the Penthouse Collection, 24 spacious penthouses will be available with 11-foot ceilings and 4 upper penthouses offer 12-foot ceilings. Two of the upper penthouses also enjoy a private rooftop terrace, each with a summer kitchen and spa overlooking the ocean and Downtown Miami’s skyline. The amenity levels of the building also leave nothing to be desired. There are two complete floors for the fitness center and wellness center, dedicated entertainment spaces and a robust business hub. The wellness center overlooks the Biscayne Bay and includes a private yoga studio, gym, spin room, beauty salon with mani/pedi stations and a suite of on-demand spa services. In the entertainment space, residents and guests will enjoy and adult lounge, game room, children’s play room, cinema, wine room, spacious party room overlooking the Biscayne Bay, a pet spa, and the business hub where remote workers have access to a conference room, co-working space and a fully-equipped business center with a lounge. Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Spa The 11th floor houses the stunning full-service pool deck designed by world-renowned landscape architect, Enzo Enea. There is a 78-foot heated lap pool with views of the Biscayne Bay, poolside bar and Mediterranean cafe, shaded lounge areas and poolside cabanas, towel service and sun care kiosk, open air yoga area, as well as a private outdoor dining area and grilling area. Above it all, the 56th-floor sky terrace includes a rooftop pool and private observatory. Residents can enjoy views of the entire city from 650-feet in the air and see the stars through the state-of-the-art telescope. Staying true to form for Related Groups projects, the entire project is outfitted with curated world-class artwork for residents and guests to enjoy. “With Casa Bella, I want to realize a very contemporary project, and what is more contemporary than B&B Italia, the company whose very essence is contemporary?” said Lissoni. Current pricing starts in the high $600’s for 1 bedroom residences, high $800’s for 2 bedrooms, $1.5M for 3 bedrooms and $2.4M for 4 bedrooms. Penthouses are priced upon request. If you are interested in a presentation and 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. Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Penthouse Duplex Living Room Rendering of Casa Bella Residences Penthouse Duplex
Former Auberge Site in Miami’s Arts + Entertainment District Reborn as “Casa Bella” Posted on October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 by Sarah Elles Boggs Hot off the press, the former site of Related Group’s Auberge Residences at 1400 Biscayne Bay in the Miami Arts + Entertainment District neighborhood is being rebranded as “Casa Bella” and will launch sales in the next few weeks. Few details are known at this point aside from the fact that it will be a luxury branded tower with interiors designed by Piero Lissoni. The project will have a little over 300 residences with just 6 units per floor. The residences will have private elevators and span between 1-5 bedrooms. As additional details are made available, we will keep you informed. If you are interested in a presentation of the project, with friends and family (1st tier) 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.