Rare Moorish Mediterranean Oceanfront Estate In Golden Beach Hits Market For $55 Million

A rare oceanfront estate in the exclusive Golden Beach has hit the market for $55 million, offering exquisite private beachfront haven with unparalleled ocean views. Spanning 11,599 SF on a 41,750 SF lot with 150’ of private ocean frontage, the Mediterranean Moorish-style estate is designed with impeccable attention to detail showcasing a seamless blend of modern elegance and timeless charm.

The home features include a pristine private beach, extensive outdoor living spaces, a captivating oval pool, and an expansive poolside cabana with a circular bar, catering kitchen, and alfresco dining. Luxurious amenities include a gym, home theater, and guest house with a living room and kitchen.

Golden Beach is a highly sought-after community renowned for its 1.8 miles of private beachfront, its own police force, beach club, tennis courts, and a new fitness and spa facility. Current and former high-profile residents include Bill Gates, Ricky Martin, Tommy Hilfiger and more.

387 Ocean Blvd is listed for $55 million by Lydia Eskenazi & Jonathan Bigelman with BE Luxury Group at ONE Sotheby’s International Realty and Isaac Lustgarten from OFFICIAL.

Images via Become Legendary/ONE Sotheby's International Realty

Off-Market Spec Home Sells For Record Price On East Side of Miami's Bay Harbor Islands

A spec home set to be completed this summer on Miami’s Bay Harbor Islands has record as the highest sale recorded on the east side of the exclusive residential island neighborhood. Located at 9501 East Broadview Drive, the home sold for $14.25 million. Oren Alexander and Isaac Lustgarten of OFFICIAL represented the seller, Sam Bissu of Luxom Developments, the developer of the home. The home is brand-new construction, slated for completion this summer and designed by architect Simon Bissu with interiors by Margaret Bissu. The residence spans 6,185 SF on an 11,250 SF lot and features seven bedrooms, seven-and-a-half bathrooms and a den, as well as 75 feet of water frontage.

The spacious floor plan seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living complete with elegant interiors adorned with high-end finishes and meticulous attention to detail. The gourmet kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, marble finishes, and custom cabinetry. The primary suite offers expansive windows overlooking the water, two luxurious en-suite bathrooms and closets, and a private balcony. The outdoor area is a true paradise with 75 ft of water frontage, pool, and jacuzzi. The rooftop terrace has an outdoor kitchen and plenty of room to host gatherings from sunrise to sunset.

Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club Sells Second Penthouse Asking $11.25 Million

Just a few months after the record-setting sale of the largest and most expensive penthouse on Miami's Bay Harbor Islands, Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club has sold its second and final penthouse, a 5-bed, 5-bath and 2-powder room home last asking $11.25 million. Both penthouses have sold to New York-based buyers. Designed by Miami-based architect Kobi Karp with interiors by the acclaimed Zarifi Design, the eight-story waterfront building is home to nine luxury condominiums and six yacht slips, one of the only private yacht clubs in the area. Indian Creek Yacht Club & Residences is being developed by Landau Properties with sales overseen by OFFICIAL Partners. Construction broke ground in February.

Overlooking the uber-wealthy "Billionaire's Bunker" and Indian Creek Country Club, this boutique condo features just 9 homes and a private marina. The full-floor penthouse spans 5,164 square feet and offers 75 feet of unobstructed waterfront views, a private terrace, wine wall, home office, two kitchens and access to the development’s full amenity collection.

Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club will offer a resort-style amenities package for residents. In addition to the yacht club complete with dockmaster concierge services, the curated amenities include a world-class spa with treatment rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center, outdoor yoga lawn, flexible entertainment lounge with high-fidelity sound system and bar, and landscaped rooftop terrace with a pool, dining area, outdoor kitchen and screening pavilion. The building also offers a full-time doorman, resident concierge and 18 private parking spaces.

Landau Properties Breaks Ground on Kobi Karp-Designed Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club

Landau Properties has broken ground on Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club, the highly anticipated new residential development transforming the south shore of Miami’s Bay Harbor Islands. The groundbreaking comes on the heels of the development setting a new price record for the most expensive condo sale on Bay Harbor Islands after the penthouse, which was listed for $12 million, sold for an undisclosed price.

Landau Properties founding executives Jonathan Landau, DC Lowinger and Yaeli Lowinger were joined by Linda Zarifi, Founder of Zarifi Design, Kobi Karp, Founder and Principal of Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design, OFFICIAL co-founders Richard Jordan, Andrew Wachtfogel and Oren Alexander, Menachem Kranz, and executives from Civic Construction, the project’s general contractor, and BridgeInvest, who provided the building’s $29 million financing package.

“Reaching this momentous milestone marks a significant stride towards the realization of this visionary development,” said Jonathan Landau, Founder and CEO of Landau Properties. “Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club seamlessly blends the most sought-after waterfront location and amenities with cutting edge architectural design. We’ve created a unique product that has captivated the market and continues to see great success.”

Designed by Miami-based architect Kobi Karp with interiors by the acclaimed Zarifi Design, the curvaceous building will serve as a counterpoint to Miami’s collection of tall, boxy towers by referencing Bay Harbor Islands’ history of mid-century modern design. The eight-story waterfront building is home to nine luxury condominiums and six yacht slips, one of the only private yacht clubs in the area. Providing a sought-after opportunity for waterfront views of the coveted Indian Creek Island and Country Club, the half-floor, full-floor and duplex homes boast unobstructed waterfront views, best-in-class finishes and spacious interiors that range from three to five bedrooms and span up to 5,600 square feet.

“This is a building unlike anything else on the market on the Bay Harbor Islands, so it’s no surprise buyers from across the country appreciate the opportunity to own the best new full-service condo in this jewel like pocket of Miami,” said Andrew Wachtfogel, Co-Founder and President of New Development for OFFICIAL, the exclusive sales and marketing firm for the development. “Interest has been incredibly robust, and we’re excited to continue on that path with construction now underway.”

Complementing the expansive residences, Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club will offer a resort-style amenities package for residents. In addition to the yacht club complete with dockmaster concierge services, the curated amenities include a world-class spa with treatment rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center, outdoor yoga lawn, flexible entertainment lounge with high-fidelity sound system and bar, and landscaped rooftop terrace with a pool, dining area, outdoor kitchen and screening pavilion. The building also offers a full-time doorman, resident concierge and 18 private parking spaces.

Pricing begins at $5.6 million for a half-floor home.

Renderings via Williams New York

Check Out This Tropical Modern North Bay Road Waterfront Estate Asking $42.5 Million

An ultra-sleek tropical modern waterfront listing with two outdoor pools on the prestigious North Bay Road in Miami Beach has hit the market for $42.5 million. The home is located at 5004 North Bay Road and blends modern architecture with timeless design. Oren Alexander and Isaac Lustgarten of OFFICIAL are the exclusive listing agents; the pair also selling a neighboring property.

Designed by Jennifer Post, the 8-bedroom, 9-bath home features over 21,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space. The home’s dramatic entryway is surrounded by a large water feature, while inside, floor-to-ceiling windows fill the modern interior spaces with natural light. The sleek and timeless finishings set the stage for its future buyer's style. There is also an atrium courtyard in the heart of the home, bringing the outdoors and fresh air inside.

Outdoors, the home features 105 feet of water frontage, as well as not one, but two outdoor pools: a rare rooftop pool and an infinity edge pool, both overlooking the bay. The lushly landscaped outdoor amenity spaces are made for Miami Beach entertainment, with an outdoor kitchen, dining space and plenty of lounge seating including a sunken seating area. The home also features a private dock with waterfront views.

Images via OFFICIAL

Penthouse At Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club Sets New Price Record For Bay Harbor Islands

Penthouse 1 at Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club, the Kobi Karp-designed ultra-luxury boutique development condo on Miami's Bay Harbor Islands, has gone into contract before even being publicly listed. Asking $12 million, the penthouse sale sets a record price for the islands, in terms of total sale price and price per square foot. For comparison, the current condo sale price record for Bay Harbor Islands is $3.325 million, for a condo that sold in 2014.

Penthouse 1 overlooks the exclusive Indian Creek Island, known as "Billionaire's Bunker" and home to the likes of Jeff Bezos, Tom Brady and Ivanka Trump. The full-floor home, the largest penthouse for sale on the islands, spans 5,293 square feet and offers 75 feet of unobstructed waterfront views, as well as a private terrace, wine wall feature and access to the development’s amenity collection, including one of the area's only private yacht clubs, a rooftop pool, spa, fitness center, outdoor screening lounge and more.

The sale comes fewer than three months after Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club launched sales, illustrating the strong demand for luxury new development on the Bay Harbor Islands. Since 2019, the average closed price in Bay Harbor has increased 117% and the average closed price-per-square-foot has increased 85%. The islands are in the midst of a major transformation, emerging as a new luxury destination in a pocket of Miami that feels more like a neighborhood than many other areas.

Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club is being developed by the NYC and Miami-based Landau Properties, led by Jonathan Landau. The boutique building offers nine luxury condominium homes and six yacht slips, providing one of the only private yacht clubs in the area and a sought-after opportunity for waterfront views of the coveted Indian Creek Island and exclusive Indian Creek Country Club. Sales and marketing are exclusively overseen by OFFICIAL Partners.

The eight-story waterfront development is being designed by acclaimed Miami-based architect Kobi Karp with interiors by Linda Zarifi of Zarifi Design, representing the designer’s first ground-up condo in Miami. A counterpoint to the tall, boxy, glass towers that have become synonymous with new development in Miami, the boutique, high-design building will pay homage to Bay Harbor's large concentration of mid-century modern design. Curved edges, neutral natural materials and sculptural details define the building inside and out. Lush, tropical and mature landscaping by Enea Garden Design will envelope the building and convey a resort-like return to nature.

In addition to expansive, elegant homes, Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club will offer a comprehensive, resort-style amenities package for residents. The owners’ yacht club and private marina is complete with one shared slip and five available for purchase, dockmaster concierge services and an outdoor lounge with bar. Additional amenities include a world-class spa with sauna and steam rooms, dedicated treatment room and red-light therapy room; state-of-the-art fitness center; outdoor yoga lawn; outdoor waterfront lounge with hot tub; The Parlour, a flexible creative space with a custom wet bar offering personal storage, coffee bar, home office space and entertainment lounge with a high-fidelity audio system; and a 2,600-square-foot landscaped rooftop terrace featuring a pool, private dining area, outdoor kitchen and bar, and outdoor screening pavilion with lounge seating. The building also offers a full-time doorman, resident concierge and 18 private parking spaces.

Renderings via Williams New York

Starchitect Chad Oppenheim's Miami Home, Villa Allegra, Hits Market For $33 Million

Miami-based starchitect Chad Oppenheim, who has designed some of the finest waterfront homes and condominium towers including Ten Museum Park, has listed his home on Miami’s Sunset Islands for $33 million. Listed with Oren Alexander and Tal Alexander of OFFICIAL, Villa Allegra, located at 1500 W 23rd Street, was a once-ordinary single-story ranch which was transformed by Chad Oppenheim into a tropical modern home by adding multiple interior and exterior rooms to create over 6,000 square feet of classic yet contemporary living space. The striking yet pared-back home is nestled in a garden of native vegetation, guaranteeing its future buyer tranquility and the utmost privacy.

Villa Allegra is made for entertaining, having hosted celebrations for big-name brands like Audi and Ferrari, and even appearing in the Miami Vice movie. From the grandeur of the living spaces to intimate alcoves, every corner reflects Oppenheim's style that blurs the line between classical and contemporary. Located in Sunset Island III, the waterfront villa is nestled in a lush garden of native vegetation, conceived by Raymond Jungles, this home embodies the perfect blend of luxury and tranquility. Outdoors features multiple docks to accommodate water toys and yachts up to 75’.

Chad Oppenheim established Oppenheim Architecture in 1999 and now has studios in Miami and Basel, Switzerland with an inquisitive team of forty architects, interior designers, planners, dreamers, and technicians. Oppenheim Architecture has received over 90 awards, including more than 60 from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Awards, as well as a National Design Award from Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Their projects in Miami include Ten Museum Park, Forte dei Marmi, Metropica and several record breaking single family waterfront homes, amongst other commercial and residential project.

Images via Karen Fuchs

Waterfront Estate on North Bay Road Hits Market For $44 Million Listed With OFFICIAL's Oren Alexander

5050 North Bay Road, a classic post-modern design waterfront Miami Beach estate, has come back on the market for $44 million, down from a previously asked $49 million, and is now listed with Oren Alexander of OFFICIAL. The elegant North Bay Road estate was recently reimagined by Dara Huang, showcasing an air of timeless sophistication, meticulously crafted living spaces, six bedrooms, and seven bathrooms, that reflect South Florida living to its core.

Featuring breathtaking, unobstructed views of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay, 5050 North Bay Road is a 7,746 SF home located on an oversized 32,085 SF lot with 139’ of water frontage. The remarkable home is the perfect blend of modern luxury and classic elegance with sleek architectural details.

The open floor plan and large windows create a light-filled and welcoming atmosphere. Wood paneling throughout evokes a sense of warmth and coziness while impeccable detailing can be found in every room from the embroidered curtains and trimming to the furnishing and artwork. The kitchen features a large dining area, separate prep kitchen, breakfast nook, and a dedicated butler’s pantry with a rotisserie oven. The layout includes four bedrooms with the primary suite situated upstairs along with two additional rooms. The primary suite is a private oasis with a terrace overlooking the bay and spa-inspired bathroom with a sauna.

The guest house spans 1,500 SF and features two separate entrances that can be configured as four bedrooms – in its current state it is situated as two separate bedrooms with one living area each.

The outdoor living spaces are akin to a private resort, featuring perfectly manicured grounds adjacent to the wide-open views of Biscayne Bay and 139’ on the water complete with an oversized dock. A backyard pool offers an entertaining area with a covered pizza oven and grill. The pool on the side of the house boasts a steam and sauna, cold plunge and hot tub.

Images via OFFICIAL / DADA Goldberg

FIRST ON PROFILE: Landau Properties Launches Sales of Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club Starting At $5 Million

The NYC and Miami-based Landau Properties, led by Jonathan Landau, has launched sales for the highly-anticipated Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club on Miami’s Bay Harbor Islands. The boutique building offers nine luxury condominium homes and six yacht slips, providing one of the only private yacht clubs in the area and a sought-after opportunity for waterfront views of the coveted Indian Creek Island and exclusive Indian Creek Country Club. Pricing begins at $5.6 million for a half-floor home, with penthouse residences starting from $11 million with sales and marketing exclusively overseen by OFFICIAL Partners.

“Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club is the first true luxury boutique new development overlooking Indian Creek Lake,” said Jonathan Landau, Founder and CEO of Landau Properties. “This unique site afforded us the rare opportunity to build a fully amenitized limited collection residential experience on Bay Harbor Islands, something for which the neighborhood has been waiting a long time. These homes are certain to resonate with buyers who appreciate exceptional design and are looking for a comprehensive lifestyle experience in Miami’s most desirable waterfront neighborhood.”

The eight-story waterfront development is being designed by acclaimed Miami-based architect Kobi Karp with interiors by Linda Zarifi of Zarifi Design, representing the designer’s first ground-up condo in Miami. A counterpoint to the tall, boxy, glass towers that have become synonymous with new development in Miami, the boutique, high-design building will pay homage to Bay Harbor's large concentration of mid-century modern design. Curved edges, neutral natural materials and sculptural details define the building inside and out. Lush, tropical and mature landscaping by Enea Garden Design will envelope the building and convey a resort-like return to nature.

“Today’s luxury buyers are looking for one-of-a-kind homes that combine show-stopping views with world-class finishes and amenities that meet their every need,” said Oren Alexander of OFFICIAL Development Advisors, the exclusive sales and marketing firm for the development. “Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club is the only opportunity on the island to own a property with the amenities of a fully serviced condominium and the discretion of a private home. Indian Creek has garnered much attention lately from captains of industry, so it’s no surprise that we’ve already had strong interest in these homes before launching, with the most discerning buyers needing to guarantee their spot in this building.”

Ranging from three- to five-bedroom homes spanning from 3,300 to over 5,600 square feet, the collection of half-floor homes, duplex residences and full-floor penthouses combine unobstructed, postcard-like views with best-in-class modern finishes, in addition to private balconies and wine feature walls. Each residence boasts stunning panoramas of Indian Creek Lake and Biscayne Bay, as well as the Indian Creek Golf Course. Most also feature direct elevator entry for added privacy. All three-and five-bedroom homes feature spaces that can serve as additional bedrooms or home offices for added flexibility. Penthouses offer 75 feet of unobstructed water views.

The luxurious interiors designed by Zarifi feature Gaggenau appliance packages, Zenia white oak cabinetry with custom millwork, Taj Mahal stone countertops and islands, and Fantini fixtures in the chef-quality kitchens. Primary baths boast travertine floors and walls, and freestanding soaking tubs, with many offering water views.

“Bay Harbor Island has one of the largest concentrations of mid-century modern homes in the country,” said Linda Zarifi, Founder of Linda Zarifi Design. “Morris Lapidus, the pioneer of this movement, once said, ‘If you create the stage setting and it is grand, everyone who enters will play their part.’ At Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club, we aimed to do just that: unveil a luxury and dramatic product modernized to 21st century living. Through every surface, material and feature, we push the boundaries of design while revealing something special along the way.”

In addition to expansive, elegant homes, Indian Creek Residences & Yacht Club will offer a comprehensive, resort-style amenities package for residents. The owners’ yacht club and private marina is complete with one shared slip and five available for purchase, dockmaster concierge services and an outdoor lounge with bar. Additional amenities include a world-class spa with sauna and steam rooms, dedicated treatment room and red-light therapy room; state-of-the-art fitness center; outdoor yoga lawn; outdoor waterfront lounge with hot tub; The Parlour, a flexible creative space with a custom wet bar offering personal storage, coffee bar, home office space and entertainment lounge with a high-fidelity audio system; and a 2,600-square-foot landscaped rooftop terrace featuring a pool, private dining area, outdoor kitchen and bar, and outdoor screening pavilion with lounge seating. The building also offers a full-time doorman, resident concierge and 18 private parking spaces.

Renderings via Williams New York

Dolce&Gabbana and JDS Launch Fashion House's First Global Residences and Hotel at 888 Brickell Supertall Tower

Dolce&Gabbana has unveiled 888 Brickell, its first real estate project in Miami, in collaboration with developer JDS Development Group. The supertall tower will be the tallest building in the city at 1,049 feet, rising 90-stories, and will offer 259 custom residences interior designed comprehensively by Dolce&Gabbana, along with a 5-star hotel. Together, 888 Brickell will be a place to savor the splendor of luxury, and to experience the authentic Dolce&Gabbana lifestyle in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Pricing will range from approximately $3.5 million to over $35 million with sales and marketing exclusively overseen by OFFICIAL Partners.

A striking new addition to the Magic City skyline with its stone-cladded exterior and glossy black façade, 888 Brickell, Dolce&Gabbana, Miami will be the tallest building in Miami, establishing a new standard in the architectural landscape. The façade, designed in collaboration with architects Studio Sofield, features an elegant and restrained combination of ivory travertine and matte black steel beams that give the building an expressly vertical appearance, setting it far apart from its neighbors.

Towards street level, the building dons a gold beaded “necklace” that brings a warm luster and brilliant shine to the property. Inspired by quintessential modernist skyscrapers and Milanese mid-century design and fashion, 888 Brickell, Dolce&Gabbana conveys a striking and bold architecture in Miami.

“We are proud to keep the value of Italian Fatto a Mano as the defining ethos within all our projects: after the launch of our Casa Collection, it was natural to think of a residential project developed in accordance with the very best in Italian hospitality. We wanted to present 888 Brickell as part of our latest Alta Moda events, in Puglia, a perfect and meaningful context to kick off an initiative of this magnitude. We are happy to be able to present our first residential project in Miami, a city that has always welcomed us with enthusiasm, a global destination with an unparalleled culture and lifestyle: we can't wait to pave the way for our interior design experience at 888 Brickell.” Said Alfonso Dolce, CEO at Dolce&Gabbana.

“At a time when Miami is enjoying an incredible renaissance, we are proud to launch a global first collaboration at 888 Brickell with Dolce&Gabbana. For us, Dolce&Gabbana is the perfect partner to realize this new chapter and future vision for our iconic tower. The global fashion house’s pursuit of quality and detail in design — together with their ability to create a beautiful world of authentic lifestyle filled with incredible hospitality — ensures we are absolutely embarking on a successful, creative journey for our future residents and visitors alike.” Said Michael Stern, Founder and CEO at JDS Development Group.

Renowned for their unwavering dedication to craftsmanship and their relentless commitment to sourcing luxurious and well-considered materials, Dolce&Gabbana elevates the design of 888 to an unmatched level. Each of the 259 residences, encompassing a range from 1-4 bedrooms, is meticulously curated by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. From bespoke hardware and rare wood and stone species to impeccably tailored furniture and hand-crafted millwork, Dolce&Gabbana brings its signature glamour and grace to every square inch of the residences at 888.

Every home is a complete turnkey offering, thoughtfully designed to effortlessly transition from a private residence to separate, individual private suites. Exuding sophistication and refinement, the residences at 888 are fully appointed, ensuring a seamless experience.

Dolce&Gabbana and JDS Development conceived, designed, and programmed every inch of the 115,000 square feet of amenities throughout the property. The idea is to just show up, and everything is taken care of. From the moment you wake up to the moment you go to sleep, every whim and desire is anticipated.

Home to both a premier hotel offering world-class hospitality and 259 exquisitely furnished private residences by Dolce&Gabbana, 888 is an unprecedented hybrid of lifestyle-driven hospitality and elevated residential development. Spread over eight floors, 888 features a robust suite of amenities focused on entertaining, sports, leisure, wellness and fitness, and dining.

Amenities include a Porte Cochere arrival below a gold beaded decorative screen and custom pendants; a signature restaurant curated by Dolce&Gabbana; a private residential lobby; a double-height indoor panel court; fitness center, golf simulator; cold and hot plunge pools; a recovery spa and a a double-height grand lobby with two bars. The 4,000 SF pool deck features a grand pool bar with poolside service; a pool deck restaurant; private cabanas with flexible shade devices; and water lounge chairs. There will also be a grand event space with outdoor terrace; demo kitchen with private dining, theater space, pool tables and wine cellar.

Images via LL&CO