Related Group Locks Down $91.3 Million Construction Loan For Solemar In Pompano Beach

Related Group has locked down a $91.3 million construction loan for Solemar, a luxury oceanfront condo building currently under construction at 1116 N Ocean Blvd. in Pompano Beach. The loan was provided by CIBC Bank USA. The project is over 97% sold after launching sales in September 2020 before breaking ground in May 2021.

The 105-residence building is the first-of-its-kind for the city of Pompano Beach, as it is currently the only on-the-sand luxury offering in this dynamic coastal enclave. Pricing for entry level units at Solemar were priced from $1.3 million, equating to approximately $800/psf.

The 20-story Solemar features an undulating façade designed by Arquitectonica to mirror the ocean’s rippling waves. Interiors by Meyer Davis embody relaxed sophistication, with an aesthetic that highlights soft muted tones and natural materials.

Residences at Solemar range in size from 2,000 to 2,600 square feet, as well as a limited collection of three penthouses of 4,600 square feet each. Each home is appointed luxury finishes such as kitchens with Italian cabinetry and Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, private elevators, sprawling master bathrooms with soaking tubs, the latest smarthome technologies and more. Every unit features breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.

Each home at Solemar comes wired with DARWIN, a Home Wellness Intelligence Network developed by wellness real estate and technology company, Delos. Sourced and installed by automation company, HEDsouth, the technology seeks to turn your home into a catalyst for enhanced health and performance. Using proprietary software including algorithms and sensor technologies, DARWIN is designed to help enhance energy, sleep and overall well-being, and reduce indoor contaminants that negatively affect respiratory, cardiovascular, immune and cognitive health by monitoring and calibrating air, water and light quality.

Solemar offers world class amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking the tropical poolside sanctuary, spa treatment rooms offering on-demand spa services, a theater room, wine salon and club room. Outdoors, amenity options include hammock lounges, firepits, barbeque grills, a poolside café and sunrise/sunset terrace, all set within 250 linear feet of pristine beachfront.

Additionally, residents will be among the first to gain access to the Related Living app, developed exclusively for owners and residents of Related Group developments. Related Living will allow for on-demand and completely contactless communication to utilize Solemar’s extensive resort-style services and amenities. Residents will be able to request their car from valet; chat with concierge; manage deliveries; reserve amenity rooms, beach chairs and BBQ areas; book spa appointments; connect with other residents and more.

For more information about purchasing a residence in Solemar, private showings or purchasing/ leasing information please fill out the form below:

Related Group Breaks Ground On The Arquitectonica-Designed Solemar In Pompano Beach At 80% Sold

The Related Group, one of the premier real estate developers in South Florida, has broken ground on Solemar, a luxury beachside condominium in Pompano Beach. The project is now 80% sold after launching sales in September 2020.

The 105-residence building is the first-of-its-kind for the city of Pompano Beach, as it is currently the only on-the-sand luxury offering in this dynamic coastal enclave. Entry level units at Solemar are priced from $1.3 million, equating to approximately $800/psf.

The 20-story Solemar features an undulating façade designed by Arquitectonica to mirror the ocean’s rippling waves. Interiors by Meyer Davis embody relaxed sophistication, with an aesthetic that highlights soft muted tones and natural materials.

Residences at Solemar range in size from 2,000 to 2,600 square feet, as well as a limited collection of three penthouses of 4,600 square feet each. Each home is appointed luxury finishes such as kitchens with Italian cabinetry and Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, private elevators, sprawling master bathrooms with soaking tubs, the latest smarthome technologies and more. Every unit features breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.

Each home at Solemar comes wired with DARWIN, a Home Wellness Intelligence Network developed by wellness real estate and technology company, Delos. Sourced and installed by automation company, HEDsouth, the technology seeks to turn your home into a catalyst for enhanced health and performance. Using proprietary software including algorithms and sensor technologies, DARWIN is designed to help enhance energy, sleep and overall well-being, and reduce indoor contaminants that negatively affect respiratory, cardiovascular, immune and cognitive health by monitoring and calibrating air, water and light quality.

Solemar offers world class amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking the tropical poolside sanctuary, spa treatment rooms offering on-demand spa services, a theater room, wine salon and club room. Outdoors, amenity options include hammock lounges, firepits, barbeque grills, a poolside café and sunrise/sunset terrace, all set within 250 linear feet of pristine beachfront.

Additionally, residents will be among the first to gain access to the Related Living app, developed exclusively for owners and residents of Related Group developments. Related Living will allow for on-demand and completely contactless communication to utilize Solemar’s extensive resort-style services and amenities. Residents will be able to request their car from valet; chat with concierge; manage deliveries; reserve amenity rooms, beach chairs and BBQ areas; book spa appointments; connect with other residents and more.

For more information about purchasing a residence in Solemar, private showings or purchasing/ leasing information please fill out the form below:

Related Group Launches Sales At The Arquitectonica-Designed Solemar In Pompano Beach

The Related Group, one of the premier real estate developers in South Florida, has launched sales of Solemar, a luxury beachside condominium in Pompano Beach. The 105-residence building is the first-of-its-kind for the city of Pompano Beach, as it is currently the only on-the-sand luxury offering in this dynamic coastal enclave. Entry level units at Solemar are priced from $1.3 million, equating to approximately $800/psf. Groundbreaking is expected during the first half of 2021.

Solemar’s sales gallery is now open, set to give prospective buyers an in-depth preview of the magnificent property, which includes designs by the internationally recognized architecture firm of Arquitectonica and the celebrated NYC-based interior design firm Meyer Davis.

“Having experienced and contributed to the revitalization of countless South Florida neighborhoods, we are truly excited to see Pompano Beach as being in the earliest—and often most exciting—stages of a renaissance,” said Nicholas Pérez, Vice President at The Related Group. “We are thrilled to be offering this level of luxury, directly on the sand, to buyers who are looking for an accessible price point for an elevated lifestyle. While we’re launching Solemar within a completely different environment than expected, we are so pleased to see the pent-up desire and demand that’s evident from both the local South Florida market and the Northeast. That demand, coupled with a best-in-class approach to incorporating wellness and safety features throughout all public areas and within private residences, makes this gorgeous oceanfront property one that is not only unique, but cutting-edge as well.” 

“Related is no stranger to elevating the value of a neighborhood or community it enters, and Pompano Beach will be no different,” Pérez added.

The 20-story Solemar features an undulating façade designed by Arquitectonica to mirror the ocean’s rippling waves. Interiors by Meyer Davis embody relaxed sophistication, with an aesthetic that highlights soft muted tones and natural materials. No matter what the time of day, gorgeous views from the pools overlooking both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway await. 

Solemar offers residents a high-end, wellness-forward amenity package that lends to the overall elevated beach lifestyle of the property. Residents will enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking the tropical poolside sanctuary, spa treatment rooms offering on-demand spa services, a theater room, wine salon and club room. Outdoors, amenity options include hammock lounges, firepits, barbeque grills, a poolside café and sunrise/sunset terrace, all set within 250 linear feet of pristine beachfront.

“We’re quite proud of both the indoor and outdoor amenities that are all part of the Solemar experience,” Pérez explained. “No matter how you look at it, this is a luxury property like no other in the area. And when it comes to our residents, we will be focused on catering to their every need, with premier level offerings such as personalized concierge services and exclusive home wellness packages.” 

Beyond these public areas, the open air, ocean breezes and vast lush landscape become part of every private residence as well, with open layouts designed to maximize views everywhere you look. Breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway are visible from nearly every room, and from each residence’s oversized terrace with continuous glass railings. Private elevators deliver homeowners directly to their residences and include floor plans spanning 2,000 to 2,600 square feet, as well as a limited collection of three penthouses of 4,600 square feet each. Each home is appointed luxury finishes such as kitchens with Italian cabinetry and Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, sprawling master bathrooms with soaking tubs, the latest smarthome technologies and more.

In line with the building’s ethos to promote residents’ overall well-being, each home comes wired with DARWIN, a Home Wellness Intelligence Network developed by wellness real estate and technology company, Delos. Sourced and installed by automation company, HEDsouth, the technology seeks to turn your home into a catalyst for enhanced health and performance. Using proprietary software including algorithms and sensor technologies, DARWIN is designed to help enhance energy, sleep and overall well-being, and reduce indoor contaminants that negatively affect respiratory, cardiovascular, immune and cognitive health by monitoring and calibrating air, water and light quality. 

Additionally, residents will be among the first to gain access to the Related Living app, developed exclusively for owners and residents of Related Group developments. Related Living will allow for on-demand and completely contactless communication to utilize Solemar’s extensive resort-style services and amenities. Residents will be able to request their car from valet; chat with concierge; manage deliveries; reserve amenity rooms, beach chairs and BBQ areas; book spa appointments; connect with other residents and more.

PROFILE Exclusive: Strong Sales at Villa Valencia Total $12 Million in Last 30 Days

Despite global market challenges, Villa Valencia has experienced strong sales momentum in the last 30 days. In that time, the project sold $12 million of inventory, or four residences ranging from three- to four-bedrooms. Most new construction condominium projects have been selling at 30-50% of pre-COVID sales volume.

Many buyers are local to Coral Gables, a historically fortress market known for stability and long-term investment value, and others came from Mexico. The property is now 25% sold.

“These recent sales have reinforced the notion that high-quality and well-thought-out condominium residences will remain a prime interest, no matter the circumstance, as buyers see the long-term value that transcends the current climate,” said Rishi Kapoor, CEO of Location Ventures.

Villa Valencia recently introduced an exclusive, limited-offer financing program for serious buyers, adding a level of certainty in today’s market. The zero-finance opportunity, via an asset-based loan, provides funds to be applied toward a Villa Valencia contract deposit. 

The project’s estate-sized units span up to 6,263 square feet and provide intimate residential living without compromising space. Its boutique ambiance combines tropical modern interior spaces with Mediterranean design that is synonymous with Coral Gables.

Each of the condominium units will include the Delos DARWIN™ Home Wellness Intelligence network, which delivers residents with clean, fresh air, energizing light and pollutant-reduced water. Procured and installed by HEDsouth, a premier technology integration and automation company, Villa Valencia’s partnership with Delos’ allows the DARWIN system to align technology with nature’s intent by using innovation to bring the best of natural outdoor conditions inside. Villa Valencia is Delos DARWIN™’s first U.S. condominium partnership.

Residences start at $1.65 million. Construction is underway with completion anticipated for Summer 2021.

Article by Katya Demina

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Wellness Real Estate Is On The Rise. Inside Healthy Homes With Cyber-Wellness.

The world’s first home automation system was invented in 1966 by Jim Sutherland. ECHO IV, or Electronic Computing Home Operator, allowed users to control their home’s temperature, store recipes or shopping lists, and power appliances. However, ECHO was never commercially sold. 

It would only be until the 1970s when general-purpose home automation technology would be first introduced to the public. At first, the technology was only simple enough to make appliances and light fixtures in homes run more efficiently. Since then, home automation has evolved into smart-home technology and integrative systems for climate, entertainment, security, and more. One such system is the 2019 DARWIN Home Wellness Intelligence platform, the first of its kind ever.

DARWIN is a network designed to be integrated into the home and target respiratory, cardiovascular, and immune and cognitive health through methods including air purification, water filtration, circadian rhythm lighting, and comfort-focused technologies to simulate the outdoors. According to Delos, the company behind DARWIN, the system uses algorithms and sensor technology to help reduce stress, improve quality of sleep, and increase performance. 

Delos believes that our environment, or our homes, are the places that contribute the most to our health--up to 70%, they claim. 

Consumers are considering their health and the ways in which they can upgrade their homes with new technologies more than ever before, especially while many are self-quarantining due to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the more popular and readily available automation devices is the Amazon Echo, which is a smart speaker that allows users to answer questions, play music, and control home devices. Amazon said in January of 2019 that more than 100 million “Alexa” devices had been sold, highlighting the demand that has risen towards these types of systems.

One Miami-based company that has been the catalyst that simplifies complex innovations in personalized solutions is the tech integration company HEDSouth, which has been installing wellness technology in homes and other spaces since 2018.

HEDSouth is now one of the first 50 accredited and approved dealers for DARWIN, and the only Miami installer for it. HEDSouth, which has expanded into Southern California, also carries electronics and luxury brands such as Lutron for lighting and custom motorized shades, Sonos for Music, Sony for premium video entertainment, and Crestron, Savant, and Josh.ai for complete and simple control.

Developers, real estate leaders, and design professionals alike are thinking ahead about the future of at-home wellness technology, with much of South Florida welcoming its first wellness residences. These include private single-family homes and Coral Gables’s Villa Valencia, the first U.S. condominium development to debut DARWIN. Projects by HEDSouth with wellness elements are underway in Boca Raton, Weston, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. 

By Isabella Zimmermann

PROFILE Exclusive: First Look at Location Ventures New Renderings of Villa Valencia Entertainment Spaces

Villa Valencia developer Location Ventures, led by CEO Rishi Kapoor, has just released brand new renderings of the boutique project in a PROFILE exclusive. The images reveal the building’s entertainment spaces, designed to promote community and foster relationships, offering a neighborhood feel to condo living. New images include the luxe lounge & terrace, movie theatre and outdoor cucina with sweeping city views.

Recently, Villa Valencia completed $10 million in sales at record-breaking prices for the area. The project broke ground in June 2019 and will feature 39 ultra-luxury, estate-sized residences once completed. The building includes units that range from three-to five-bedrooms, spanning 2,616 to 4,267 square feet, and several penthouses. Each of the penthouses will have a private plunge pool, while every home will have deep terraces and at least one corner exposure, offering views of the city skyline and golf course.

The 13-story development is keen on presenting a refined, modern living experience that is centered on wellness. It is the first U.S. condominium to partner with Delos to offer its DARWIN Home Wellness intelligence network, which uses innovation to bring the best of natural outdoor conditions, inside. Kapoor says, "One of our core philosophies is wellness. And at Villa Valencia, we believe that the buyer sees health as the ultimate wealth, leading them to strive for a daily environment that is as healthy as their lifestyle. By providing wellness enhancing features such as air purification, circadian lighting, and water filtration through DARWIN by Delos in every residence, we are taking a stake in the expanding welltech industry to create real estate that is better for residents and fits with their day-to-day philosophies." 

In addition to the entertainment spaces, a complete amenities program will include a hammam, steam room, hydrotherapy plunge pools, his-and-her saunas, 78-foot resort-style pool with a lap lane and waterfall that is complemented by two summer kitchens and spacious sunbeds, tea room, lively entertainment room with billiards, as well as golf and driving simulators in addition to a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Villa Valencia residences start from $1.65 million.

By Stephanie Warren