Zaha Hadid’s One Thousand Museum Tops Off in Time for Star Role in PBS Documentary Posted on February 6, 2018February 6, 2018 by Michael Light Starchitect Zaha Hadid’s iconic Miami skyscraper has officially topped off at 709 feet, and perfect timing, as PBS will showcase the innovative tower on a construction documentary ‘Impossible Builds‘ on Wednesday, February 7th at 10 p.m., which will feature the most complex, technologically-advanced construction projects on the planet! Check out the trailer of Impossible Builds below with a starring role by One Thousand Museum! Developers, contractors and workers celebrated the topping off of the Downtown Miami luxe tower on Friday by flying an American flag on top of the structure. Construction on the 83-unit tower began in December of 2014, giving the Magic City many ‘firsts,’ as the tower started with a historic concrete pour in late summer of 2015 and went through the installation of the country’s 1st-ever building exoskeleton shipped from Dubai. One Thousand Museum is estimated for completion by the end of December of this year (2018). Source: Instagram @greggcovin | Topping Off One Thousand Museum Condo Tower in Downtown Miami There are still a few units that remain available for sale in the iconic tower. If you, or someone you know, are interested in purchasing an ultra-luxury residence at the bayfront One Thousand Museum, please contact broker Michael Light for an exclusive presentation. You may reach Michael directly at (786) 566-1700 or michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.
MLH Picks | Top 8 Miami Real Estate News Stories of 2017 Posted on January 4, 2018 by Michael Light 2017 was an eventful year for the Miami and Miami Beach real estate markets, so the Miami Luxury Homes Group at Douglas Elliman Real Estate has rated its Top 8 Real Estate News Stories of 2017…in no particular order. Michael Light Shatters 2 Coconut Grove Real Estate Records With Sale of Famous ‘Hammock House’ Buyers…Don’t Be Deceived By MLS Square Footage Data 300 Biscayne | Miami’s Tallest Tower is on the Horizon New Renderings | Coconut Grove’s Iconic CocoWalk to Get a Much Needed Facelift Douglas Elliman Breaks Yet Another Miami Beach Record MLH Picks: Today’s Top 5 Miami Pre-Construction Condo Developments JUST LISTED & BITCOIN ACCEPTED | 4 Bed/5.5 Bath Oceanfront Oceana Key Biscayne Offered at $5.95M Construction Update | Icon Brickell’s Famous Pool Deck Miami remains one of the most sought-after places to live in the United States and around the globe, and it shows when records after records keep getting broken throughout Miami and Miami Beach. If you are interested in learning more about the Miami and Miami Beach real estate markets, please contact broker associate Michael Light, Senior Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman Real Estate. You may reach Michael on his cell at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.
300 Biscayne | Miami’s Tallest Tower is on the Horizon Posted on November 13, 2017 by Michael Light 300 Biscayne is the newest luxury condo tower on the horizon for Downtown Miami, but this isn’t any regular condo tower, 300 Biscayne will be the tallest tower in Miami, soaring 1,041 feet above ground. Rendering of 300 Biscayne Tower New renderings of 300 Biscayne show off its sleek design that looks like a building you would see in NYC, which is exactly what the Downtown Miami skyline needs! Although it has not been officially released how many units will be included in the new project, the developer, PMG has stated that the new luxury tower will include a 5-star hotel brand and residences and the 2nd wellness-focused spa of its kind. Rendering of 300 Biscayne Tower Downtown Miami Skyline with Rendering of 300 Biscayne Tower The initial approved design plan for 300 Biscayne seems to be much different than what is now planned for the soon-to-be tallest tower south of New York. The initial design, which was approved back in 2015, included 2 simple, rounded towers, connected by multiple walkways and consisted of 500 luxury condo units. But, this new glass, staggered-box design consists of only one tower that looks much more chic and sophisticated than the original design. If you, or someone you know, are interested in purchasing a luxury condo at 300 Biscayne in the epicenter of Downtown Miami, please contact Michael Light, Senior Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman. You may reach Michael on his cell at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.
New Renderings & Inventory | Paramount Miami Worldcenter Unveils Luxury Collection of Private Poolside Bungalows Posted on October 17, 2017 by Michael Light Paramount Miami Worldcenter, a/k/a the newest luxury condo tower in Downtown Miami with the “Most Amenities in the World,” has just unveiled its exclusive luxury collection of poolside bungalows that will be situated on the Upper Deck amenity level which will be suspended 90 feet above the vibrant streets of the Magic City. Paramount Miami Worldcenter’s Luxury Collection+Bungalows One of the most exclusive amenity offerings at Paramount Miami Worldcenter is the luxury collection of bungalows which includes 26 private cabanas giving residents another place to enjoy a private experience in the heart of Miami’s most dynamic urban center. Each bungalow will range in price from $295,000-$350,000 and must be purchased by an owner of a residence at Paramount Miami Worldcenter, with no exception. Each bungalow will be owned (assigned not deeded) just like a condo, thereby carrying a monthly maintenance fee of $0.76 per square foot (same maintenance fee price per square foot as the residences). Each ultra-luxe bungalow will offer 227 square feet of interior space that includes an entertainment area, private bar, private bathroom with shower and owner’s closet to store sunblock and fresh towels. In addition, each bungalow will offer a 227-square-foot private rooftop for sunbathing or socializing with your personal friends. DOWNLOAD – Paramount Miami Worldcenter Luxury Bungalow Collection Brochure Paramount Miami Worldcenter’s Luxury Collection of Private Bungalows Paramount Miami’s Private Bungalow Interior Rendering Paramount Miami’s Private Bungalow Layout Paramount Miami Worldcenter’s Luxury Collection of Private Bungalows If you would like to learn more about Paramount Miami Worldcenter, the newest ultra-luxe condo project with unprecedented amenities located in the epicenter of Downtown Miami, please contact Miami condo specialist and Broker Associate at Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Michael Light. You may reach Michael at (786) 566-1700 or via email at info@paramountmiamicondos.com.
Groundbreaking Alert | Aston Martin Residences To Break Ground in a Few Weeks Posted on October 7, 2017 by Michael Light Aston Martin Residences will host a formal groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, October 18th to officially commemorate the commencement of construction on the designer condo tower in Downtown Miami. G & G Developments, the developers of Aston Martin, are being very aggressive…G & G only opened its uber-luxe sales gallery in June of this year, and has already filed a notice of commencement, planned a formal groundbreaking ceremony and has over $100 Million in deposits. The multi-million-dollar sales gallery for Aston Martin Residences officially opened this past June and it was the talk of the town as it features a super rare $2.5M 800-horsepower Aston Martin Vulcan in the lobby to allure the ultra-wealthy to purchase one of the 391 residences. And, I must say, smart idea, because it definitely attracted enough buyers to have surpassed $100 Million in deposits. The project is slated to break ground in a few weeks and is estimated for a 2021 completion. If you would like more information about Aston Martin Residences in Downtown Miami and would like an exclusive presentation of the project, please contact your Miami condo expert and Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman, Michael Light. You may reach Michael at (786) 566-1700 or via email at michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com. About Aston Martin Residences Aston Martin Residences is a sleek sail-shaped condo tower that will soar 66 stories over the sparkling waters of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay on the southern edge of Downtown Miami. The luxury tower will consist of 391 residences offering 1-5 bedroom residences, duplexes, penthouses and a triplex penthouse that will span from the 63rd to the 65th floor. This full-service building will also offer over-the-top, unrivaled features and amenities including 42,275 square feet of amenities divided into 4 full floors. Prices at Aston Martin Residences range between $600,000 – $35 Million. DOWNLOAD – Aston Martin Residences Brochure DOWNLOAD – Aston Martin Residences Fact Sheet Rendering of Aston Martin Residences
Downtown Miami in the News: Named Global Up-and-Coming Neighborhood; New 73-Story Proposed Mixed-Use Project; and Elysee Secures $16.5 M Construction Loan Posted on October 6, 2017 by Michael Light Knight Frank Names Downtown Miami Global Up-and-Coming Neighborhood Experts from Knight Frank carefully and strategically identified the 5 neighborhoods across global cities that are the top up-and-coming neighborhoods on the rise to buy a home, and of course, Downtown Miami made the list. Downtown Miami was only one of two neighborhoods in the United States to make this list, along with Buda, which is a booming neighborhood in Austin, Texas. The other neighborhoods on the rise across the globe were St. Leonards in Sydney, Australia; Harumi in Chuo Ward, Tokyo; and Sarria-Sant Gervasi in Barcelona, Spain. Why Downtown Miami? Greater Downtown Miami, which includes Brickell, Midtown and Edgewater, has completely transformed over the past few years, becoming a thriving live, work and play neighborhood. This cosmopolitan city which used to literally shut down at 6 pm on weekdays has prospered into a booming area where people want to live, work and play, and the massive amount of residential development, completion of urban centers such as Brickell City Centre and the nearly completed Miami Worldcenter has significantly impacted the rise of Downtown Miami. Further, the continued infrastructure of public transportation has also contributed to the success of this area of the Magic City. Knight Frank Residential is the world’s largest privately-owned global property agency and consultancy firm. Exclusively and strategically partnered with Douglas Elliman Real Estate in the United States, Knight Frank reaches over 488 offices in 59 countries across 6 continents. New 73-Story Proposed Mixed-Use Project in Downtown Miami Renderings of the Proposed 73-Story Mixed Use Project Dubbed “The Sterling” Dubbed “The Sterling,” a sleek, tulip-inspired 73-story mixed use project has recently been proposed by Turkish developer, Okan Group, for 555 N. Miami Avenue in Downtown Miami, just west of the American Airlines Arena and south of the highly-anticipated Miami World Center. Designed by Behar Font, the proposed mixed-use project is planned to include 362 residential units, 300 hotel rooms, 55,400 square feet of office space, 3,030 square feet of retail space and 9,820 square feet of restaurant space. Miami’s Urban Development Review Board is scheduled to review the plans for The Sterling on October 6th, according to The Next Miami. Elysee Secures $16.5 M Construction Loan Rendering of Elysee Miami Elysee, a 57-story luxury pre-construction condo tower planned to rise along Biscayne Bay at 700 NE 23rd Street in the Edgewater neighborhood of Greater Downtown Miami, has secured a $16.5 Million construction loan from Mosaic Real Estate Credit, according to Curbed. Securing this construction loan allows the developers of Elysee, Two Roads Development, to move along with the initial phase of construction for the waterfront development. Installing pilings, excavation work and pouring the foundation will start soon, so that Elysee can be on its ways for a slated completion of 2019. Click HERE to learn more about Elysee. If you are interested in buying or selling luxury properties in Miami, or simply want to learn more about the luxury real estate market in Miami, please contact Michael Light, Broker Associate and Founder and Owner of the Miami Luxury Homes Group at Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
MLH Picks: Today’s Top 5 Miami Pre-Construction Condo Developments Posted on August 18, 2017August 23, 2017 by Michael Light The South Florida pre-construction condo market is constantly changing, so Miami Luxury Homes has picked our Top 5 pre-construction condo developments. These developments are what we consider the best overall buy, which does not mean the cheapest, necessarily. Our top picks are based on an accumulation of traits, such as location, value proposition, long-term value, architect, development team and amenities. Now, also keep in mind, every buyer has a different idea of the “perfect” residence or vacation home, so choosing the right pre-construction development ultimately depends on your wants and needs in a project. So, if you are interested in pre-construction condos, please do not hesitate to call me to discuss what would be the best investment for you specifically, whether you want to buy as a short-term investment or to hold long term. Ok, now let’s get to our top picks… #1 – Park Grove | Coconut Grove One Park Grove Living Room Park Grove, situated on the serene streets of Coconut Grove, topped our list as the best pre-construction condo project to buy today. This ultra-luxury condo development will consist of 3 exquisite towers spanning 6 acres directly on Biscayne Bay, beautifully designed by a team of world-renowned architects, designers and developers. Park Grove condo residents will enjoy high-class architecture by OMA’s famous Rem Koolhaas, interiors custom designed by the famous William Sofield, known for his historical yet modernist principles and creations of harmony between the aesthetically pleasing and everyday comfort, and the lushly landscaped gardens by Enzo Enea. Park Grove will offer only 276 custom residences within the 3 towers allowing it to be a more exclusive place to call home. Park Grove will feature absolutely stunning views of Biscayne Bay and is only steps from the Dinner Key Marina, Kennedy Park and the CocoWalk shops. Park Grove is currently under construction. Towers 2 and 3 are on schedule to be finished in Q4 of this year (2017) and Tower 1 is estimated for completion in Q4 of 2018. #2 – The Estates at Acqualina | Sunny Isles Beach The Estates at Acqualina Pool Amenities, Amenities, Amenities. Even though The Estates at Acqualina is our 2nd choice, it should not discount this absolutely extraordinary beachfront condo development that will offer gorgeous designed residences and will be loaded, I mean loaded, with over-the-top amenities. The Estates at Acqualina will consist of 2 luxury condo towers, 777 Via Acqualina which will offer 91 exquisite half and full floor residences and 888 Via Acqualina which will feature 173 luxury units. Residences at The Estates at Acqualina will offer expansive layouts and wrap-around terraces with outdoor living rooms, summer kitchens and breathtaking ocean views. The Estates at Acqualina will boast Villa Acqualina, which will feature 45,000 square feet of unprecedented amenities including a fitness center and wellness spa, a world-renowned 10,000-square-foot 5-star restaurant and Circus Maximus which is a full floor of awesome amenities including a Formula-1 simulator, an ice skating rink with a mural of the ocean, golf simulator, 4 bowling lanes, movie theater, Wall Street trader’s club room, billiard room and kid’s play room. The Estates at Acqualina will also feature 6 pools – a social pool, lap pool with spas, infinity-edge pool overlooking the stunning ocean, zero-entry children’s pool, children’s pool with water slides and a FlowRider pool, soccer field, Bocce court, running path, dog park, basketball court and volleyball court. The Estates at Acqualina amenities are certain to impress everyone. Residents of The Estates at Acqualina will also benefit from access to The Estates’ sister developments, Acqualina Resort & Spa and The Mansions at Acqualina. The impeccable service by Acqualina Resort & Spa, a Forbes 5-Star and AAA 5 Diamond Hotel, will ensure that The Estates at Acqualina provides an amazing and unique living experience. The Estates at Acqualina is estimated for completion in 2019. #3 – One Thousand Museum | Downtown Miami One Thousand Museum Terrace View The late, legendary starchitect Zaha Hadid really outdid herself on her last residential project One Thousand Museum, which is situated across from Biscayne Bay in the epicenter of Downtown Miami. The innovative 62-story luxury tower is the very first building in the country to use a glass-fiber reinforced concrete shell as the permanent frame for its innovative exoskeleton, which has been shipped in from Dubai. And, although the tower will stand 62 stories, it will actually be a boutique-esque tower as it only consists of 83 residences and will feature over-the-top amenities and services for its residents including an exclusive rooftop helipad, double-height aquatic center, indoor and outdoor pools and spas and so much more. One Thousand Museum is currently under construction at 539 feet above ground as of this week with decking at level 50 marking it at 76% of its final planned height at 706 feet above ground. One Thousand Museum is scheduled to be completed in 2018, and there are only a limited number of the 83 total residences still available at this 6-star luxury condo development. #4 – Monad Terrace | South Beach Monad Terrace Penthouse Residence Brilliantly designed by highly-famed Pritzker-prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, Monad Terrace is truly an architectural masterpiece composed of only 59 bespoke waterfront residences beautifully wrapped around a glittering lagoon on Biscayne Bay, providing natural light indoors that seamlessly flow through the expansive outdoor spaces while being sheltered by climbing gardens. Each residence at Monad Terrace is strategically oriented to maximize the views, while simultaneously providing privacy. Residences boast 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom oak wood flooring, custom flush doors and a unique black Zeus marble and black mirrored entrance. Gourmet kitchens and bathrooms at Monad Terrace are exclusively custom designed by Ateliers Jean Nouvel, striking a balance of discretion and boldness. Kitchens feature Calacatta Gold marble surfaces, sculptural cantilevered marble islands, mirrored honeycomb glass cabinets and fully-integrated premium Gaggenau appliances. Master bathrooms boast Calacatta Gold marble flooring and slab walls, free-standing soaking tub, steam showers and Vola fixtures, while secondary bathrooms offer floating wood vanities, Sugar Gold marble countertops and concealed lighting and powder rooms feature Verti Capri stone. Monad Terrace also offers bespoke, luxury amenities to effortlessly suit the residents of this creative residential work of art. Amenities include a lagoon fitness and wellness center, exclusive bicycles and paddle boards, residents’ social lounge, café and juice bar, a sun deck overlooking Biscayne Bay that offers a 116-foot-long swimming pool, hot tub and pool service, in addition to 24-hour security, concierge services and full-service valet parking. If you are looking for a trophy penthouse in South Beach for a reasonable price, then you definitely have to check out PH-A at Monad Terrace, which is truly a one-of-a-kind, spectacular residence offering 4,863 square feet of elegant interior living space with soaring double-height ceiling heights up to 18 feet and floor-to-ceiling glass throughout with direct bay, lagoon and ocean views. This penthouse also offers 5,196 square feet of multi-level outdoor living space including a private elevated rooftop with a hot tub, pool and a pergola to perfectly shade the outdoor lounge, dining and kitchen areas amid lush organic foliage. #5 – Turnberry Ocean Club | Sunny Isles Beach Turnberry Ocean Club Duplex Residence Turnberry Ocean Club literally has the mother of all amenities…private jet parking. As an owner at Turnberry Ocean Club Residences, you will enjoy access to the Fontainebleau Aviation facility, located at the Opa-Locka Executive Airport (OPF) in Miami offering extraordinary luxury, attention to detail and comfort that are synonymous with the celebrated Fontainebleau name. Owners will enjoy privileges at Fontainebleau Aviation that include priority access and services, access to aircraft maintenance, aircraft detailing, full-service concierge on site to accommodate all catering and transportation needs and discounted fuel services and aircraft parking rates…the perfect complement to the ultra-luxury oceanfront lifestyle available only to residents at Turnberry Ocean Club. Turnberry Ocean Club is a stunning, modern glass tower soaring 54 stories with only 154 large and exclusive residences on 48 residential floors. Further, The Residences at Turnberry Ocean Club will be Miami-Dade’s first and only lavish oceanfront tower offering 6 full floors (~70,000 square feet) of private (YES, PRIVATE) amenities, including the exquisite $100 Million “Sky Club,” catering to only 154 residences, providing residents with a truly unique, unparalleled lifestyle experience. Created by Beach Club Acquisition LLC, an affiliate of Turnberry Associates, which is America’s premier real estate developer led by CEO Jeffrey Soffer, Turnberry Ocean Club offers expansive residences ranging in size from 2,900 square feet to 10,750 square feet offering 3 to 6 bedrooms plus family rooms and full-service staff quarters. Each residence boasts 11+-foot-deep oceanfront terraces with summer kitchens and private pools and hydrotherapy spas in select residences. Each home features direct stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay providing unmatched sunrises and sunsets. Turnberry Ocean Club broke ground on November 15, 2016. Turnberry Ocean Club is estimated for completion in Q4 of 2019. Interested in Purchasing a Pre-Construction Condo in Miami??? If you, or someone you know, are interested in a pre-construction condo investment, please contact Michael Light, Broker Associate and Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman Real Estate. You may reach Michael at (786) 566-1700 or michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com. Disclaimer: The information contained herein is a matter of opinion and for informative purposes only, and should not be solely relied upon in your decision-making process to purchase real estate.
Marina Blue in Downtown Miami is Renovating its Valet Area…Finally! Posted on July 11, 2017 by Michael Light Marina Blue, the 57-story luxury condo building in the epicenter of Downtown Miami, is finally fixing the valet parking situation, which has been a complaint of owners, tenants and visitors over the years. As the rendering above shows, the space directly in front of the building, which has been used as pedestrian space since the building opened in 2008, will now be turned into a so-called ’round-about,’ allotting plenty of room for drivers to pull into valet without getting stuck in the middle of 9th Street. But, the good news is that there will still be plenty of pedestrian-friendly space in front of the building. This is definitely a significant improvement for the building and the area! The construction is expected to begin in approximately one month, according to the Marina Blue Condominium Association, with an estimated completion of 80 days from the start date. So, if they stick to this timeline, valet parking at Marina Blue should be much relieved by the time the 2017-2018 Miami Heat Basketball schedule heats up! Good News for Owners…no special assessments will be levied as the Marina Blue general reserve fund is quite healthy and has the funds available for the valet renovation. Marina Blue, which was completed in 2008, has long awaited an improvement for the valet line. Marina Blue is located in one of the most sought-after locations in the heart of Downtown Miami across from American Airlines Arena, which is home to the Miami Heat, across from Museum Park, Perez Art Museum, Frost Museum of Science and steps from the highly-anticipated Miami Worldcenter. So, with all of the traffic in this area, it should be no surprise that they are finally renovating the valet line and improving it. If you, or someone you know, are interested in selling or buying a luxury condo at Marina Blue in Downtown Miami, please contact Michael Light, Director of Luxury Sales at Douglas Elliman and Owner of www.MarinaBlueCondos.com. You may reach Michael at (786) 566-1700 or michael@miamiluxuryhomes.com.