Residents at Icon Brickell Host Parties As David Guetta Plays "United At Home" Set On Pool Deck Despite COVID-19 Social Gathering LIMits
In what was supposed to be an evening of fundraising and hope, a backlash has now swept through the Miami community. On April 18 David Guetta teamed up with the Miami Downtown Development Authority to host a 2 hour “United at Home” fundraising concert on the pool deck of Icon Brickell.
In what was supposed to be an evening of fundraising and hope, a backlash has now swept through the Miami community. On April 18 David Guetta teamed up with the Miami Downtown Development Authority to host a 2 hour “United at Home” fundraising concert on the pool deck of Icon Brickell. The event raised over $6 million with over 30,000 listeners on instagram and in many ways was a huge success. Unfortunately many residents hosted parties in violation of Miami-Dade’s 10 person social gathering limit, issued by County Mayor Carlos Gimenez to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the effects of which have wreaked havoc on Florida’s economy. In one example videos have emerged with the help of the popular instagram account @OnlyInDade of a Miami entrepreneur hosting a large party on his balcony with guests not practicing social distancing and most wearing no masks and no gloves. The backlash in the comments on the instagram post has continued to grow as Brickell and Downtown Miami residents are enraged that they are now exposed to the dangers of the virus continuing to spread in their community. In March, hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs were ordered shut down in an effort to stop Florida from growing into a hotbed of infection. Parties have been identified as one of the major ways that COVID-19 has spread rapidly across the United States, at least 2 deaths have been reported from attendees who contracted the virus at the Winter Party Festival in Miami Beach in March.
The State of Florida is working hard to open up the states economy and get residents back to work. On Friday April 17 governor Ron Desantis gave the green light for some beaches and parks to reopen including in Jacksonville, but not Miami-Dade, which is one of the most populated regions in the state. The beaches which have opened allow walking, biking, hiking, fishing, running, swimming and surfing. They are only open from 6 AM to 11 AM and 5 PM to 8 PM. with gatherings of 50 people still prohibited state wide and proper social distancing practiced. Florida has over 23,300+ diagnosed cases of COVID-19 including 7,459+ in Miami-Dade, 3,177+ in Broward County and 1,704+ in Palm Beach County.
Related Group Announces Paraiso District Is Over 97% Sold As Project Nears Completion
Related Group has announced that the Paraiso District, an 11-acre, four-tower luxury development taking shape on Biscayne Bay in Edgewater, is now 97% sold-out. A number of A-list celebrities have already purchased units in the development, including David Guetta, Alex ‘A-Rod’ Rodriguez, Gael Monfils, and more.
Related Group has announced that the Paraiso District, an 11-acre, four-tower luxury development taking shape on Biscayne Bay in Edgewater, is now 97% sold-out. A number of A-list celebrities have already purchased units in the development, including David Guetta, Alex ‘A-Rod’ Rodriguez, Gael Monfils, and more. Paraiso District consists of the 384-unit Paraiso Bayviews, the 357-unit Paraiso Bay, the 317-unit Gran Paraiso, the 276-unit One Paraiso, and seven standalone townhomes at Paraiso Bay Homes. The project is is expected to be delivered during the course of this year (2018), with closings on the 53-story, sold-out Paraiso Bay beginning this month.
“The Paraiso District is by far one of the most ambitious projects in our portfolio,” says Carlos Rosso, President of The Related Group’s Condominium Division. “The project brings together the best of all Miami has to offer: prime waterfront access, unrivaled culinary offerings, world-class art, a bayfront park, unparalleled health and fitness amenities and striking, expansive residences with spectacular water views. This incredible combination provides buyers with the opportunity to experience the best in resort-style living, while also embracing a walkable, community feel. It’s truly unlike anything else in Miami.”
The final tower in the District, Gran Paraiso, topped off earlier this year; with a select number of prime units still available, starting at just under $1 million to $1.7 million for the tower residences and penthouses from $2 to $3 million. The expansive tower residences feature 10’ ceilings, wraparound terraces and are delivered completely finished with a selection of flooring finishes. Indoor-outdoor spaces throughout the Paraiso District celebrate the tropical, bayside environment, with floor to ceiling windows and open concept floor plans. Resort style amenities include Miami’s largest circular pool, at close to 100 feet in diameter, a pool deck designed by Enzo Enea, a bowling alley, tennis center, wine and yoga rooms, and spa. The Paraiso District encompasses nearly 4,000,000 gross square feet of premium waterfront with a public park and multiple pocket parks, boat slips, seven pools, five tennis courts, open-air art installations, and direct access to the Biscayne Line.
Earlier this year, Amara at Paraiso opened on the ground floor of the Paraiso District's private beach club, with delectable dinners and weekend brunches. Amara at Paraiso is the newest restaurant from James Beard Award-winning chef and restauranteur Michael Schwartz. The bayfront restaurant is designed by Meyer-Davis and notable for its unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay, the beach club features a plunge pool, private boat slips and jet skis, canoes, kayaks and paddle boards for residents.
Mast Capital and BH Group have announced Raffles Residences Coconut Grove, the brand’s first standalone residential development, with 35 homes from $4.5 million and architecture by Brandon Haw.