13th Floor Homes Delivers Solera at Avalon Trails Active-Adult Community in Delray Beach

As demand for premium rental housing among the active-adult community grows in South Florida, 13th Floor Homes, the homebuilding division of 13th Floor Investments, has completed its newest build-for-rent community in Delray Beach, Florida. Now welcoming residents and already more than 50% leased, Solera at Avalon Trails includes 74 single-story villas located at 14800 Cumberland Drive in the West Delray Beach area of Palm Beach County.

Located within the Avalon Trails active-adult community, Solera at Avalon Trails offers an unparalleled lifestyle for adults aged 55+ seeking luxury rental housing in an amenity-focused, gated community. Homes include two- and three-bedroom floorplans measuring between 1,300 to 1,450 square feet in size, with high-end contemporary features and finishes like quartz countertops, shaker-style wood cabinetry, energy efficient stainless-steel appliances, spacious primary suites, and impact-resistant windows and doors. Monthly rental rates range from $3,400 to $4,000.

“The completion of Solera at Avalon Trails is a significant step in meeting the growing demand for high-quality 55-plus housing in South Florida,” said Mike Nunziata, Division President of 13th Floor Homes. “Today’s active adults are living longer and seeking maintenance-free, resort-style living, and Solera delivers just that. With luxurious homes and a wide range of amenities, this community offers active adults a vibrant, carefree lifestyle. We're excited to provide a solution that aligns with the needs of the region’s expanding active-adult population.”

Solera at Avalon Trails offers an extensive amenity program designed for active adults to live a more sociable and engaging lifestyle. Residents can enjoy the community’s state-of-the art amenity campus inclusive of a clubhouse with a fitness center, card rooms, café, arts and crafts room, and theater. The amenity campus includes a a resort-style pool, lap pool, pickleball and tennis courts. The community’s activities coordinator curates a weekly schedule full of activites for all interests.

The opening of Solera at Avalon Trails comes at a time when demand for active-adult rental housing is on the rise in South Florida. Delray Beach, known for its appealing coastal lifestyle, was recently named one of the top 10 places to retire in Florida by Southern Living.

Located in South Florida’s Palm Beach County, Solera at Avalon Trail’s prime location is a distinguishing feature that sets the neighborhood apart from the other 55+ communities and speaks to 13th Floor’s keen understanding of the active-adult market. Located moments away from Downtown Delray Beach and the South Florida coastline, the community is proximate to a variety of nearby arts, culture, and entertainment destinations, and is conveniently situated between Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.

Solera at Avalon Trails is among 13th Floor Homes' newest communities in South Florida. With over 1,100 homes and 3,500 homesites developed across the region in the last decade, the firm’s portfolio of active developments includes two build-for-rent communities in Port Saint Lucie – the 220-unit Villas of Torino and the 126-unit Tredici at Central Park; and Marina Landings, 34 luxury single-family homes for sale in Fort Lauderdale. The firm also has plans to develop The Reserve at the Woodlands, a 335-home community in Tamarac.

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Pebb Capital Breaks Ground On 'Sundy Village' Mixed-Use Destination Transforming Delray Beach

Pebb Capital has broken ground on Sundy Village, a transformative mixed-use development located at the gateway of Downtown Delray Beach. Spanning approximately seven acres, Sundy Village will serve as the entryway to the entertainment corridor of Downtown Delray Beach. The landmark project will introduce a business, lifestyle and hospitality destination that harmoniously celebrates a thriving urban setting, while honoring the city’s past through the incorporation of historical elements. With architecture by Gensler and RLC Architects, patrons will enjoy thoughtful design and a campus-style layout that integrates open-air courtyards, breezy walkways, green space and indoor/outdoor dining and seating areas.

On Feb. 22, Pebb Capital, development partners, community members and city officials gathered at the project site, 22 W. Atlantic Ave., for the official groundbreaking ceremony. Special guests included Delray Beach Mayor Shelly Petrolia and Downtown Development Authority Executive Director Laura Simon. Pebb Capital is a diversified, multi-strategy real estate and private equity investment firm led by Todd Benson, Carlos Jimenez and Todd Rosenberg.

Sundy Village will feature 99,000 square feet of ‘Class A’ offices, more than 28,000 square feet of retail and premium dining, and multiple structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places that will be preserved throughout the development process. This includes the Sundy House, the oldest house in Delray Beach, in addition to The Rectory and the Cathcart House.

“We are now another step closer to realizing our vision for Sundy Village to drive positive economic impact to Delray Beach and be a placemaking project,” said Todd Benson, principal of Pebb Capital. “Through collaborative efforts with many community members and the city, we have spent years conceptualizing this significant project and are thankful to all who supported us along the way. Sundy Village will usher in a new era of businesses and lifestyle for locals and visitors, showcasing the many special qualities of the area.”

Less than one mile from Interstate 95, Sundy Village will be the most unique, fully-amenitized mixed-use destination in the Atlantic Avenue District, already attracting strong demand. It will offer tenants the city’s best access to main thoroughfares and quality spaces, within walking distance to all that downtown Delray Beach offers.

Bluewater Builders will serve as the general contractor, with delivery anticipated for summer 2024. CBRE oversees Sundy Village’s office leasing, while Vertical Real Estate handles retail leasing.

Menin Development Celebrates The Grand Opening Of The Ray Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton In Delray Beach

Hilton has announced the opening of The Ray Hotel Delray Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 141-room design-focused tropical luxury hotel, located in the Pineapple Grove Arts District, in the center of downtown Delray Beach. The first ever hotel project by leading developer, Menin, features beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites with artistic accents, an expansive rooftop pool deck with a restaurant and bar, lush landscaping, a robust wellness program and state-of-the-art fitness center and immersive art installations throughout the public spaces. The hotel’s sustainable Tropical Modern architecture by González Architects, is punctuated with living walls, large-scale sculptures, and flexible private event space including the signature ‘floating glass cube’. Designed as a perfect retreat of upscale, playful yet comforting experiences, The Ray embodies tropical luxury in an urban beach town setting.

“The Ray Hotel sets a new standard for upscale, design-focused hospitality in Delray Beach and serves as a modern South Florida escape for visitors and residents of the area,” said Craig Menin, chief executive officer of Menin. “It has been a long year for everyone, and this grand opening is a monumental moment that we share with the city and all the incredible partners who have helped make this vision a reality.”

Designed by Virserius Studio, each room is spacious and well-appointed with signature Ray beds that are dressed in eucalyptus linens and for ultimate relaxation, all baths feature Frette towels and robes, Waterworks fixtures, and Byredo bath products. The modern and eclectic aesthetic is achieved from the custom-made furniture and hand-woven rugs to beadboard paneling and large pendant light fixtures throughout the space evoking an upscale beachside feel. The bright bathrooms introduce hand-carved marble wainscoting and The Ray’s all-natural signature bath amenities. State-of-the-art technology appears throughout the room from digital key entry, energy-efficient lighting controls and mobile device control for TV and room service.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome The Ray Hotel Delray Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton to our portfolio of hotels in Florida – where Hilton currently welcomes guests to 440 properties across the state, and has seen exceptional growth, with another 110 hotels in the pipeline, thanks to the market’s appeal for leisure, business and convention guests,” said Danny Hughes, executive vice president and president, Americas, Hilton. “The hotel’s central location, best-in-class restaurants and elevated amenities will inspire all types of global travelers to discover Delray Beach and experience Hilton’s signature hospitality.”

The hotel’s global and diverse culinary offerings are at the heart of The Ray experience. Curated by Clique Hospitality, the hotel features Ember Grill, a modern twist on the classic American grill style restaurant and Rosewater Rooftop, a premier lounge and restaurant where guests can enjoy shareable small plates, fresh seafood, and expertly crafted cocktails, both designed by Studio Munge. The 22,000 square-foot-space, Rosewater Rooftop, features one of the destination’s only rooftop pools accented with sweeping baldachins, oversized umbrellas, trellises, and pergolas married to a lush tree canopy providing shade and distinct lounging areas throughout the space. An artisanal coffee shop, Stingers, also designed by Virserius Studio, offers coffee, tea, and breakfast fare while the lobby bar provides a sophisticated and intimate backdrop where guests can relax and enjoy a signature cocktail, light bites, or end the evening with a nightcap. Akira Back, designed by Celano Design, set to open in December 2021, will provide a multi-sensory modern Japanese dining experience led by the Michelin-starred chef, Akira Back.

The rooftop, a 22,000 square-foot floating glass Cube, and 9,550 square-foot ground floor plaza makeup over 45,000 square-feet of indoor/outdoor event space. The property boasts a state-of-the-art fitness center, fitness classes offered by our local partners, Montana Method, Purlife, and Delray Beach Boxing Club, yoga in the Plaza or on the Cube Rooftop, available for hotel guests and locals to enjoy. For those wanting to venture out, the hotel is blocks from the famed Atlantic Avenue filled with boutique shops, restaurants and galleries and a short ride to the beach to enjoy complimentary beach cabanas on the hotel’s vibrantly dressed, complimentary Mokes, golf carts, or bicycles. The Ray has partnered with local small business Nomad Surf Shop to provide surfboard and paddleboard rentals.

“The charm and character of the community has been thoughtfully captured at The Ray Delray Beach, which is characteristic of the more than 100 unique hotels and resorts that make up Curio Collection,” said Jenna Hackett, global head, Curio Collection by Hilton. “The Ray Hotel is a great addition to our portfolio of handpicked, one-of-a-kind hotels, which continues to exude the sense of culture and personality of this delightful Florida beach town.”

The Ray Hotel Delray Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton is located at 233 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444.

US Construction Launches Sales Of 1625 Ocean In Delray Beach

The New Jersey-based US Construction has launched sales at 1625 Ocean, an oceanfront boutique condo project planned at 1625 S Ocean Blvd. in Delray Beach. 1625 Ocean was designed by Randall Stofft and is located on 120' of beachfront. The building will rise three stories and offer 14 units which range in size from 3,500 to 5,000 square feet and pricing from $3.9 million to $7.5 million. Construction is expected to begin in Q3 2021 with delivery in late 2022.

Residences at 1625 are offered in three and four-bedroom floor plans and will feature oversized terraces with summer kitchens with semi-private elevator access. Amenities at 1625 Ocean include a pool and spa, lounge, fitness center, and a garden. Residents will have access to a private golf cart.

US Construction acquired the 1.17 acre property with an existing 15-unit apartment building, which will be demolished, for $12.3 million in 2020.

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International Materials Signs 20K SF Lease In Delray Beach To Relocate HQ

International Materials, Inc. (IMI), an international trading and logistics provider, has signed a 20,052-square-foot lease with Samuels & Associates to relocate and expand its corporate headquarters from Boca Raton to the Offices at 4th & 5th Delray. Located in Delray Beach’s central business district, IMI’s new headquarters will settle into nearly two-thirds of the mixed-use building’s third-floor Class A office space at 25 SE 4th Ave.

The 144,733-square-foot, four-story mixed-use project, newly developed in a joint venture between Samuels & Associates and American Realty Advisors, sits in the heart of Delray Beach where there is both a high demand for office spaces and limited Class A office development. The relocation of IMI’s headquarters into the expansive office space will aid in the company’s accommodation of the existing HQ roster of 45 full-time professionals and doubling its team’s numbers by finding talent in line with its anticipated growth trajectory. 

“As a locally owned and managed business, we are thrilled to move back to downtown Delray Beach where many of us have been residents for years,” said Robert Walsh, President of IMI. “The prospect of locating our headquarters in this state-of-the-art building, steps away from Atlantic Avenue, is a dream scenario that will allow us to grow our business and make room for the future. We are grateful for the support we have received from the City and from Samuels & Associates.”

In the transaction, Samuels & Associates was represented by Keith O’Donnell and Gary Gottlieb of Avison Young, while IMI was represented by Ingrid Kennemer of Coastal Commercial Group.

“Samuels & Associates is delighted to welcome IMI to its new space in the Offices at 4th & 5th Delray,” said Peter Sougarides, Principal, Samuels & Associates. “As we continue to implement a thoughtful placemaking process in the dynamic downtown Delray Beach neighborhood, we look forward to welcoming companies and employees who will enliven the local downtown economy.”

Approximately 6,181 square feet of office space now remains on the third floor of the Offices at 4th & 5th Delray. It is only a few steps away from Delray Beach’s Atlantic Avenue, which is composed of 9,000 square feet of boutique retail, lively dining options, green space, and public beachfront. The project also features a dedicated entryway, a flexible floor plan, experiential office design which will allow for a variety of work settings, more than 8,600 square feet of spacious terraces that allow for views of downtown Delray Beach, a 326-space parking garage, an onsite iPic theater, and a restaurant, all of which IMI will have access to.

“This IMI corporate headquarters relocation to the Delray Beach central business district is a testament to the strength of our city and evidence that the investments in our public-private partnerships strategically located for economic development are beginning to pay off,” said Stephanie Immelman, President & CEO of the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce.

“There is no denying the staying power and increasing vibrancy of Delray Beach's downtown as a corporate destination. We were able to attract a corporate headquarters relocation during this COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mayor Shelly Petrolia. “We are excited to welcome IMI’s headquarters into the City of Delray Beach and look forward to helping IMI grow in our city.”

By Isabella Zimmermann