Rilea Group Breaks Ground on Mohawk at Wynwood Mixed Use Luxury Rental Development

Veteran South Florida developer Rilea Group broke ground on Mohawk at Wynwood, a 300-residence mixed-use development that will establish the defining link between the Wynwood Arts District and Midtown Miami. Located at 50 NE 29th St., Mohawk joins two neighboring projects: The Rider Residences, a boutique condominium developed in partnership with Ciprés, the next-generation real estate development firm, and The Boxer, an eight-story rental building Ciprés is spearheading at 20 NE 29th St. Together, the two firms are shaping nearly an entire city block through the three transformative projects at the nexus of Wynwood, Midtown, Edgewater and the Miami Design District.

Rilea Group, the sales and construction teams, banking and finance executives, members of the brokerage community and select media came together for a ceremony to celebrate the groundbreaking on Sept. 23, 2026.

Mohawk is situated approximately 100 yards from Amazon's new Miami offices, in the middle of a corridor where, according to Rilea Group, more than $11 billion of real estate development is currently underway.

Comprising 12- and eight-story residential towers, Mohawk will feature 300 apartments and 29,118 square feet of ground-floor retail, organized around an open-air, cobblestone pedestrian paseo connecting Northeast 28th and 29th streets.

"Mohawk is punk rock in a tailored jacket," said Diego Ojeda, Founder of Ciprés and President of Rilea Group. "It is a mixed-use project, 300 residences over retail, but nothing about it behaves like one. Chicago brick, blackened steel and glass on the outside. High fashion, photography and rock and roll on the inside. Art on every floor. Nobody has built a rental building like this in Miami, and that is exactly the point. We are also giving the neighborhood its widest sidewalks, because a great restaurant deserves a real terrace. Our retail owners get room for tables, while the runner, the dog walker and the stroller still glide past without touching a chair. That is how Fifth Avenue works. That is how the Champs-Élysées works. We did not design Mohawk to fit in. We designed it to be the talk of the town, and the retail numbers say the town has already noticed."

Mohawk is Rilea Group's sixth project with Coastal Construction, a relationship that includes 1450 Brickell, home to J.P. Morgan's Miami headquarters, and Banco Santander's U.S. headquarters now rising at 1401 Brickell Avenue. Construction financing was provided by Nuveen Green Capital and ABANCA, the Spanish bank headquartered in Galicia. The project is slated for completion in 2029.

A Facade from the Industrial North, Interiors from London

Designed by Deforma Studio, Mohawk's exterior is influenced by Chicago and Brooklyn’s brick facades, with blackened steel and glass - an homage to the industrial architecture of the Northern region’s warehouses and factory lofts, carried as far as modern materials allow.

“Mohawk is our homage to the industrial North - the brick warehouses and factory lofts of Chicago, Brooklyn and Philadelphia, reinterpreted through a contemporary Miami lens,” said Javier Barrera, Principal of Deforma Studio. “The reclaimed brick is authentic, salvaged from old factories across the North East and Midwest, so there’s real history embedded in the building. We paired that material with dark metal and glass to capture the character of that industrial architecture without trying to replicate it literally. Diego gave us the freedom to be genuinely creative on this one, and you can see that freedom in every elevation.”

Interiors by RADYCA will distinguish Mohawk as Miami's most fashion-forward and rock-and-roll-focused residential apartment building, with photography, sculptures and murals accenting the lobbies, paseo and amenity floors.

"I went to London to be inspired for Mohawk," said Ramón Alonso, President of RADYCA. "Camden, Shoreditch, the old punk clubs and the fashion houses that grew up next to them. That collision of high fashion and rebellion is what Mohawk's interiors are about. Raw brick, blackened steel, velvet, photography on the walls, a lobby lit like a stage. It is a home for people who would rather be in the front row than the back."

Retail Built for Restaurants and Flagships

Mohawk's 27,990 square feet of ground-floor retail is for sale, with units from 642 to 2,544 square feet, each delivered with high ceilings, grease-trap-ready infrastructure and storefronts opening onto Northeast 28th Street, Northeast 29th Street and the paseo. Sidewalks along the project are 30 feet wide, sized to what shoppers find on Fifth Avenue in New York City or Calle Serrano in Madrid, with room for outdoor dining. On 28th Street, the retail abuts the new headquarters Rilea Group is building for Grammy-winning artist Pitbull.

The paseo, a cobblestone passageway inspired by New York's Meatpacking District, runs through the block from 28th to 29th Street, lined with shopfronts, sculpture and photography.

Retail sales at Mohawk have already set records. Approximately a third of the retail space is under contract at a blended price of about $1,800 per square foot, the highest retail pricing ever achieved in Wynwood or Midtown Miami. Early this year, an international buyer acquired five units for approximately $14 million settled in USDT, a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, the largest crypto-settled commercial real estate sale in Miami’s history, executed with tokenization specialist Propy. Cryptocurrency payments remain available for retail purchases. Cervera Real Estate and The Comras Company lead the retail sales team.

Residences and Amenities

Rising above the streetscape, studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments will feature tile flooring throughout, Bertazzoni appliances and kitchens with Dekton by Cosentino countertops, backsplashes and cabinetry. Select homes will open onto spacious lanais and private outdoor living areas.

Rooftop amenities across both towers will include a pool deck, a padel court, secluded gathering areas and a dedicated dog park. Indoors, residents will find a Turkish hammam, a gym, a double-height lounge and offices designed for focused work. Recreational offerings will encompass a game room, indoor and outdoor children's play areas, a separate lounge and bar and a private park. An enclosed garage will accommodate 318 vehicles, with 17 additional on-street parking spaces adjacent to the property.

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The Rider Residences Tops Off Construction In Wynwood

Ciprés, a next-generation real estate development firm, in partnership with veteran South Florida developer Rilea Group, announced the recent topping off of construction for The Rider Residences, a boutique, one-of-a-kind bold interpretation of residential living, rising 12 stories at 94 NE 29th St.

The milestone follows the start of vertical construction in 2025 and marks significant progress toward the project’s anticipated completion in the second half of 2027. Beauchamp Construction serves as the general contractor.

“Construction top off is the moment the last slab is poured and the structure is completed. From here, the façade takes shape and work on the interiors begins,” said Diego Ojeda, Founder of Ciprés and President of Rilea Group. “Reaching this milestone on schedule says a lot about the project and reflects the dedication of Beauchamp Construction, the crews on site and our entire team, along with the support of Banco Inbursa, who backed us from the start. Ciprés conceived The Rider as a piece of contemporary Miami, where architecture, art, fashion and rock ’n’ roll live under one roof. This month, we will start construction on Mohawk at Wynwood on the same block. We are here for the long run.”

Located at the crossroads of Wynwood, Midtown, Edgewater and the Miami Design District, The Rider Residences situates residents at the nexus of acclaimed dining, art, luxury shopping and national retailers.

The building will encompass 152 fully furnished studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes, as well as penthouses, with select floorplans featuring dens and half baths, ranging from 386 to 1,612 square feet. Features include Bertazzoni appliances, Italkraft cabinetry, Cosentino Dekton countertops and smart-home technology. Restoration Hardware furnishings will be available in select penthouse and lanai residences. Pricing ranges from $550,000 to $2.4 million.

Architecture by Deforma Studio pairs industrial influences with Miami’s creative energy, while interiors by RADYCA draw on 1970s glamour through rich materials, midcentury references and photography sourced from Morrison Hotel Gallery and Iconic Images Gallery.

Amenities will include a resort-style rooftop pool area, residents lounge, as well as fitness and wellness spaces with cold plunges, infrared saunas and a marble Turkish hammam. The Leopard Room, a soundproofed speakeasy and lounge on the ground floor, separated from the residences by the garage above it, will be available for owners and tenants to reserve for private events. Motorcycle and bicycle rentals and a gated bike room will be available for those on the go. Owners will also have access to a private beach club in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood. Approximately 11,000 square feet of ground-floor retail and rooftop food-and-beverage space will complement the residential offerings.

Conceived with flexible ownership in mind, The Rider Residences will allow short-term rentals, with optional white-glove property and rental management through The Rider Living. Buyers may also finance their residences through crypto-backed mortgages from Milo, with closings facilitated by Propy.

Leading South Florida luxury residential brokerage Cervera Real Estate exclusively leads sales and marketing for the development.

“Every element of The Rider has been thoughtfully selected for people who love a bold aesthetic, travel often and seek a home that complements their dynamic lives,” said Alicia Cervera Lamadrid, Managing Partner of Cervera Real Estate. “It’s a distinctly fresh perspective on luxury living, pairing expressive design with effortless sophistication. Set amid Miami’s trending neighborhoods, The Rider stands at the forefront of the city’s evolution.”

The building’s topping out was toasted twice, with a celebration with the construction team, in addition to a soiree that took place on Sept. 9, 2026, at the development’s sales gallery.

Sales have reached the 50 percent mark and continue to see strong interest from European, South American, California and New York buyers. Mexico’s Banco Inbursa, owned by billionaire Carlos Slim, provided a $90 million construction loan in September 2025.

Rilea Group is also developing Mohawk at Wynwood, a 12-story, 300-unit multifamily development with approximately 29,000 square feet of ground-floor retail located at 56 NE 29th St., adjacent to The Rider Residences.

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Rilea Group Secures $150 Million in Construction Financing for Mohawk at Wynwood in Miami

Miami-based real estate developer Rilea Group has closed on a $150 million construction financing package for Mohawk at Wynwood, a 300-unit multifamily community now under construction in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood Arts District.

The financing package includes $124.2 million in C-PACE capital from Nuveen Green Capital (NGC), a national leader in sustainable commercial real estate financing solutions, marking the largest C-PACE-financed multifamily transaction in the state of Florida to date, and a $25 million senior loan from Spain-based ABANCA USA, which serves as the senior secured lender for the transaction. The financing was arranged by Javier Herrera of Franklin Street.

“Mohawk at Wynwood represents the next frontier of Miami living – a project that fuses punk rock, high fashion, and renegade culture into an all-brick, steel, and glass building that feels both timeless and unapologetically new,” said Diego Ojeda, President of Rilea Group. “From the widest sidewalks in Wynwood—designed for outdoor dining and pedestrian life—to rooftop pools, lounges, padel courts, and 30,000 square feet of dynamic retail, Mohawk is more than a building, it’s a movement.

Bringing together a national powerhouse like Nuveen Green Capital with a relationship-driven institution like ABANCA is something we’re incredibly proud of,” Ojeda added. “ABANCA had the vision and conviction to finance our last multifamily project when many lenders stepped to the sidelines during the depths of COVID, and they continue to lead by example as one of the pioneers embracing C-PACE financing today. We’re equally grateful to Nuveen for placing their confidence in us with their largest multifamily loan in Florida, it speaks volumes about the strength of this project, this corridor, and our long-term partnership.

Slated for completion in 2028, Mohawk at Wynwood will offer expansive studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences, including lanai units with private backyards. The building’s architecture features Chicago brick, industrial steel detailing, and floor-to-ceiling glass, echoing Wynwood’s artistic and warehouse-inspired aesthetic.

The project sits on NW 29th Street, now one of Miami’s fastest-growing corridors, with record-breaking rent growth and retail pricing that have made it one of the most valuable streets in the city.

Mohawk at Wynwood reflects Rilea Group’s position at the center of Miami’s most competitive development corridor. NW 29th Street has rapidly become one of the most sought-after streets in the city, attracting many of Miami’s heavyweight developers — including Related Group, Crescent Heights, AMLI (backed by Morgan Stanley), Kushner Companies, Terra Group, Oak Row Equities & L&L Holding, Carlos Rosso Development, PMG and OKO Group — who view the corridor as a long-term growth engine. Rilea Group is uniquely positioned with two projects at the heart of this corridor, reinforcing its emergence as a premier destination for residential, retail, and mixed-use development in Miami.

"We're proud to partner with Rilea Group and ABANCA on Mohawk at Wynwood, a project that redefines sustainable urban living," said Ryan Doyle, Senior Director of Originations at Nuveen Green Capital. "This is the largest C-PACE financing for a multifamily project in Florida, underscoring NGC's confidence in Miami's resilience and growth, as well as C-PACE's efficacy in financing large-scale development. Mohawk's design, efficiency, and community focus embody exactly the kind of forward-thinking development that will define the next decade of multifamily housing."

Rilea Group has launched the sale of Mohawk’s ground-floor retail spaces following the record-breaking success of retail sales at its adjacent condominium project, The Rider Residences. At The Rider Residences, Ciprés and Rilea Group achieved retail sales of up to $1,700 per square foot, and Mohawk at Wynwood has since surpassed that benchmark, setting a new national pre-construction record with retail sales reaching $1,850 per square foot. At Mohawk, approximately 33% of the retail component has already been sold to date, reflecting continued demand along the NW 29th Street corridor. The retail spaces are being co-listed by Cervera Real Estate and Comras Company and are available for purchase in cryptocurrency. The residential component of Mohawk will remain a purpose-built multifamily rental community.

Mohawk continues Rilea’s creative partnership with Deforma Studio and RADYCA, the visionary design teams behind The Rider Residences. Together, they are redefining the language of urban living in Wynwood — merging industrial authenticity with refined global design.

“As senior lender on Mohawk, we’re thrilled to deepen our relationship with Rilea Group and continue to be their banking partner in the U.S.,” said Monica Vázquez, General Manager, ABANCA USA. “This project unites world-class architecture with cultural authenticity and economic vitality—a true reflection of Miami’s global trajectory.”

Residents will enjoy rooftop pools and lounges with panoramic skyline views, a padel court, a Turkish hammam spa with cold plunges and infrared saunas, co-working lounges, children’s play areas, and a rooftop dog park.

“Our relationship with the Murphy family and the entire Coastal Construction team runs deep,” said Diego Ojeda, President of Rilea Group. “Together we’ve delivered some of Miami’s most respected buildings, and Mohawk will be no exception. We’re bringing the same precision, craftsmanship, and attention to detail to Wynwood — delivering what will be the neighborhood’s premier residential tower, with kitchens and appliances that are truly second to none.”

Construction of Mohawk at Wynwood is being led by Coastal Construction, marking Rilea Group’s sixth tower with the firm. The partnership began with J.P. Morgan’s 1450 Brickell Tower, and continues today with the massive Santander Tower at 1401 Brickell, now rising in Miami’s Financial District.

“The financing secured for Mohawk at Wynwood underscores both Miami’s sustained appeal among lenders and the strength of Rilea Group’s track record in one of the city’s fastest-growing neighborhoods,” said Suzanne Amaducci of Bilzin Sumberg, who represented Rilea Group in the transaction. “Wynwood has become a premier destination for residential and commercial development, and that momentum played a meaningful role in the project’s ability to attract C-PACE financing alongside a senior loan. Florida developers are increasingly turning to C-PACE financing to complete the capital stack, and I expect the C-PACE program will grow in popularity in 2026 and beyond.”

Rilea Group’s Mohawk at Wynwood and its adjacent project The Rider Residences will follow the success of the firm’s sold-out, luxury condominium The Bond on Brickell; 1450 Brickell Office Tower, home to J.P. Morgan’s headquarters; One Broadway luxury apartment tower; and the Sabadell Financial Center – all set within Miami’s sought-after Brickell Financial District, nicknamed “Wall Street South.”

Renderings via Rilea Group

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The Rider Residences And Wynwood-Based Crypto Mortgage Lender 'Milo' Unveil Crypto-Backed Real Estate Financing Program

The Rider Residences, Miami’s first crypto-native condominium development by Rilea Group and Ciprés, have unveiled an innovative financing collaboration with Milo, the leading crypto mortgage lender based in Wynwood. This new partnership marks a groundbreaking advancement in how digital asset holders can acquire real estate in Miami.

Through this collaboration, crypto investors can now leverage their Bitcoin or other digital assets as collateral to secure cash deposits toward the purchase of their units at The Rider, without selling their crypto. This initial crypto-collateralized loan allows buyers to fund their 40% pre-construction deposits while retaining the upside potential of their holdings.

Once the building is complete, Milo will offer buyers a second round of financing: a 30-year crypto mortgage secured by the property, the only crypto-backed option of its kind on the market today. At closing, clients will not need to come up with any cash down payment as Milo can finance 100% of the purchase price.

“This is a game-changer for sophisticated buyers who want to maximize their financial strategies while securing hard assets in a desirable market. The Rider is at the forefront of this movement, offering a complete solution for transactions that align with the future of wealth and ownership,” said Diego Ojeda, President of Rilea Group.

Interest rates for the down payment crypto loan are in the high single digits, making it an attractive solution for clients who do not want to sell any Bitcoin and expect future appreciation. Clients will be able to access the loans to fulfill their deposit schedule with The Rider.

At Milo, we’re redefining crypto’s role in everyday life. By offering Rider buyers cash liquidity without the need to sell their Bitcoin, we’re paving the way for seamless property ownership alongside untapped crypto potential," said Josip Rupena, CEO of Milo. The Rider, positioned at the nexus of Wynwood, Midtown, and the Design District, continues to make headlines, most recently for completing Miami’s first wallet-to-wallet Bitcoin condo sale. With bold, 1970s-inspired interiors by RADYCA and a curated collection of resort-style amenities, The Rider offers fully furnished studios to three-bedroom residences, priced from the $400Ks to over $1.8M. Delivery is expected in late 2026. This milestone further cements The Rider’s reputation as Miami’s premier real estate destination for crypto-native buyers.

Rilea Group and Ciprés Break Ground on The Rider Residences in Wynwood

The Rider Residences, Miami’s highly anticipated luxury boutique condominium, has officially broken ground. Located at 94 NE 29th Street at the crossroads of Miami’s vibrant Wynwood, Midtown, Edgewater, and Design District neighborhoods, the 12-story development is a collaboration between renowned South Florida real estate developer Rilea Group and Miami-based Ciprés. The project, which features 146 fully furnished turn-key residences, innovative resort-style amenities, and a striking design that exudes confidence and sophistication, is poised to redefine flexible, high-end living in one of Miami’s most dynamic districts. With construction now underway, completion of The Rider is slated for late 2026.

“The groundbreaking of The Rider marks an exciting new chapter, not just for us as developers, but for Miami as a whole,” said Diego Ojeda, President of Rilea Group and Founder of Ciprés. “The energy and enthusiasm from buyers validate our vision for this project. With construction now officially in motion, we are eager to bring this one-of-a-kind concept to life and continue building on the momentum we’ve established.”

With prices ranging from the $500,000s to upwards of $1.8 million, The Rider will offer fully furnished studios, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom residences and penthouse units, with select floorplans featuring dens and half baths, measuring between 386 and 1,612 square feet in size.

“The groundbreaking of The Rider signifies an exciting transformation in this part of Miami, and buyers are eager to be part of it,” said Alicia Cervera Lamadrid, Managing Partner of Cervera Real Estate, the exclusive sales and marketing brokerage for The Rider. “With its unmatched location, flexible ownership model, and curated lifestyle offerings, this project is attracting a diverse range of buyers, from second-home seekers to investors and full-time residents.”

The Rider’s spectacular architectural façade, designed by Miami-based architecture firm Deforma Studio, will combine the feel of Chicago’s industrial chic aesthetic and the exposed brick, steel, and concrete found in New York’s SoHo and Meat Packing Districts with Miami’s vibrant artistic flavor.

The Rider’s design is led by Miami-based award-winning studio RADYCA, which specializes in superyacht and luxury real estate projects in South Florida and around the world, infusing the property with a fearless statement-making aesthetic. With the building’s interiors exuding a daring, high-fashion aesthetic inspired by the glamor and edge of the 1970s, RADYCA’s design inspiration draws from a mix of art, film, fashion, and music – while utilizing midcentury furnishings and a $1 million art collection of fine photography from Los Angeles’ Morrison Hotel Gallery and London’s Iconic Images Gallery.

Residences will feature open living areas, gourmet kitchens with Italian Bertazonni appliances, Italkraft cabinets, Dekton countertops, spa-inspired baths with Porcelanosa fixtures, smart home technology with keyless entry, and impact-resistant windows. The aesthetic of the residences will mirror the building’s common area designs, with rich hues, bold fabrics and a distinctive glamour.

Amenities at The Rider are designed to cater to residents’ and guests’ every desire, from wellness and relaxation to entertainment and adventure. The building will house a rooftop resort-style pool overlooking the city, a high-end restaurant and speakeasy bar accessible via a private elevator, a hi-fi vinyl listening room, a pet spa, and a fitness center outfitted with top-tier equipment. Additional features include multiple cold plunge pools, infrared saunas, IV therapy services, and a traditional marble Hammam/Turkish Bath.

For those seeking adventure, The Rider will provide a fleet of in-house Harley Davidson motorcycles, Vespas, and electric bicycles for rent, along with 24-hour valet service, EV charging stations, and a private parking garage.

Strategically positioned near Wynwood’s upcoming high-speed rail station, The Rider will offer seamless access to South Florida’s key destinations, including Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando.

The Rider is a joint venture between Rilea Group and Ciprés, a newly formed real estate development firm specializing in exquisite residential projects that balance elegance with innovation. Ciprés is also developing a 324-unit multifamily community in Port St. Lucie, expanding its footprint in Florida’s rapidly growing real estate market.

Rilea Group is also developing the adjacent property to The Rider – Mohawk at Wynwood, a 12-story, 300-unit multifamily development with 31,000 square feet of ground-floor retail located at 56 NE 29th Street. The Rider will follow the success of the firm’s sold-out, luxury condominium The Bond on Brickell; 1450 Brickell Office Tower, home to J.P. Morgan’s headquarters; One Broadway luxury apartment tower; and the Sabadell Financial Center – all set within Miami’s sought-after Brickell Financial District, nicknamed “Wall Street South.”

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