SoLé Mia Debuts Largest Floating Pickleball Court in North Miami

Oleta Partners, a joint venture by leading developers LeFrak and Turnberry, have revealed SoLé Mia’s floating pickleball court located on its seven-acre Crystal Lagoon, marking the largest and first installation of its kind at a residential property. Custom-built by Inflatable Island, the leading designer and manufacturer of innovative aquatic entertainment and luxury floating structures, the SoLé Mia-branded court expands the 184-acre North Miami development’s outdoor lifestyle offerings and reinforces its position as a wellness-driven, walkable destination centered around recreation, connectivity and community.

“From the beginning, SoLé Mia has been designed to deliver a lifestyle that brings people outdoors and creates meaningful opportunities for recreation, wellness and connection,” said Mario Gaztambide, Senior Managing Director of Residential Properties at LeFrak. “This floating pickleball court is a natural extension of that vision, offering residents and visitors a truly unique amenity that activates the Crystal Lagoon in a new way and reinforces SoLé Mia as one of North Miami’s most dynamic lifestyle destinations.”

Spanning 69 by 33 feet, the court is located on Laguna SoLé, SoLé Mia’s swimmable, freshwater lagoon, and is available exclusively to residents and their accompanied guests. Open Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting, court access is offered on a first-come, first-served basis and managed by the property’s lifeguard team. Residents can enjoy one-hour sessions for singles or doubles play, with life jackets, paddles and ball provided.

The court features SoLé Mia’s signature branding directly on the playing surface, with vibrant blue coloring designed to complement the lagoon’s shimmering waters while creating a distinctive visual identity. For residents, the amenity provides a highly unique recreational experience, combining a regulation pickleball court with access to South Florida’s only Crystal Lagoon within a residential setting.

The debut builds on SoLé Mia’s broader commitment to outdoor connectivity, including the recent expansion of The Loop, its walking path network. The Loop now not only wraps around Laguna SoLé but extends throughout the property and connects residents to nearby Oleta River State Park and Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay campus, creating seamless access to more than 1,000 acres of green space, trails and active lifestyle destinations. Set between Biscayne Boulevard and Biscayne Bay, SoLé Mia brings together luxury residences, open space, recreation, shopping, dining and wellness offerings centered around its Crystal Lagoon and sandy beaches.

The new court and expanded walking paths arrive amid continued growth at SoLé Mia, where more than 1,000 residents already live across The Shoreline, Villa Solé, Villa Laguna, and ONE Park Tower. The $4 billion, 184-acre master-planned development also features a newly expanded half-acre park with Kompan-designed playgrounds; Reserve Padel at SoLé Mia, offering indoor and outdoor courts, a gym, sauna, steam room, cold plunges and an on-site Pura Vida; UHealth SoLé Mia, the University of Miami Health System’s 363,000-square-foot ambulatory medical facility; Sesame Bakery; a 17,500-square-foot dog park; and miles of jogging and bike paths across 37 acres of landscaped open space.

SoLé Mia will continue expanding with Mater Academy SoLé Mia, a K-5 charter school, as well as additional residential, dining and retail offerings underway, further advancing its vision as a walkable, wellness-driven destination for residents and the surrounding North Miami community.

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K-5 Charter School Mater Academy Announces New Campus At SoLé Mia

Mater Academy has announced its future campus, Mater Academy SoLé Mia, a K-5 charter school that will be located in North Miami’s vibrant SoLé Mia development. Mater Academy anticipates the 90,000 square foot school will open its doors in the fall of 2025 for total enrollment of up to 1,500 students over two phases. The charter school, like all Mater schools, is committed to providing high-quality education to students, with a focus on academic excellence and personal growth.

The new state-of-the-art facility will feature modern classrooms, advanced technology, and ample green space, ensuring that students have everything they need to succeed academically and build the hard and soft skills necessary for establishing a firm and robust educational groundwork. The school is designed to foster a sense of community and belonging, with a strong emphasis on student engagement and personalized learning.

"With over 25 years of illustrious history, Mater Academy has been dedicated to providing top-tier education in Florida," said Roberto Blanch, President of Mater Academy. "Our commitment to being a leader in education, alongside outpacing trends in both education and facility design, ensures we effectively serve the community. Our aim is to ignite the potential in every student, and we are confident that our Mater Academy SoLé Mia campus will exemplify this high standard."

Mater Academy SoLé Mia will offer a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for success in college and beyond. The school places a strong emphasis on advanced STEM academics, with a comprehensive program that includes courses in science, technology, engineering, and math. The school will take advantage of its lush surroundings and proximity to Oleta River State Park to expose students to natural sciences. Students will also have access to a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and clubs, providing opportunities for personal growth and development. Graduating fifth graders will have the opportunity to continue their education within the Mater network at nearby high-performing Mater schools such as Mater Academy Biscayne Middle and High School.

“The announcement of Mater Academy SoLé Mia is a significant milestone for SoLé Mia,” said Richard LeFrak, Chairman and CEO of LeFrak. “We are proud to be a part of

this project, which will provide a world-class education to students in the area and contribute to the continued growth and development of the community.”

“Excellent academic institutions are essential to the vibrant, resilient place-making. The residents of SoLé Mia, as well as the doctors, nurses and administrators of the future University of Miami’s UHealth Medical Center, will benefit from having Mater Academy join our community,” said Jackie Soffer, Chairman and CEO of Turnberry. “For the students at Mater Academy who live at SoLé Mia, the simple pleasure of walking to school in the mornings will be an everyday reality.”

As SoLé Mia’s residential population continues to grow, Mater Academy will directly support the neighborhood’s expanding student body with top-notch education close to home. Spanning 184 acres, SoLé Mia sits between Biscayne Boulevard and Biscayne Bay nearby Oleta River State Park, where more than one thousand occupants currently reside at the completed residential buildings – The Shoreline, Villa SoLé and Villa Laguna – and enjoy the development’s spacious, holistic amenities. As a city within a city, the addition of Mater Academy to SoLé Mia solidifies the development as a walkable destination that prioritizes wellness, convenience, and the growth of the surrounding community.

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Reserve to Open World-Class Padel Club at SoLé Mia

Reserve, the leading lifestyle padel brand established by entrepreneur Wayne Boich, in collaboration with SoLé Mia, the 184-acre, master planned North Miami community developed by LeFrak and Turnberry, today announce the anticipated addition of Reserve Padel club to the growing development project, expected to open fall 2024. Serving as the brand’s first permanent location in the world, Reserve Padel at SoLé Mia, will be located at 2251 NE 146th Street and will span approximately 100,000 square feet of land. On the heels of opening successful popups in Miami and New York City’s Hudson Yards, Reserve will redefine the standard of recreational excellence and deliver a world-class sporting experience to the SoLé Mia community.

Featuring four indoor and six outdoor padel courts, two pickleball courts, elevated viewing areas and social spaces, and a second-floor state-of-the-art gym and wellness center, Reserve Padel at SoLé Mia will be a premier, two-story padel club complete with a steam room, sauna, cold plunge, and top-level workout facility. The venue will also house an on-site eatery by South Florida health food hotspot Pura Vida, which will extend a full menu of healthy food and organic juice options for guests and boast an expansive terrace overlooking the central court.

“I am excited to introduce Reserve and the exhilarating sport of padel to a new audience within SoLé Mia, and to establish a first-rate padel club that caters to local residents and visitors,” said Wayne Boich, Founder of Reserve. “SoLé Mia is already shaping up to be one of the city's most vibrant new neighborhoods and the perfect home for Reserve Padel club. This partnership promises to bring the excitement and energy of padel to a whole new level for Miami.”

Jackie Soffer, Chairman and CEO of Turnberry, added, “Reserve Padel at SoLé Mia is an amazing addition to the healthy, active lifestyle we have created. Whether it’s a resident playing on a Wednesday afternoon, a UHealth doctor winding down after their shift, or young players forming a weekend padel team, Reserve is going to be an integral part of SoLé Mia’s resort-caliber experience.”

Reserve Padel at SoLé Mia will open to the public with an added exclusive membership component that will provide specific privileges like priority court bookings, access to special events, and access to the second-floor health & wellness facility. Additionally, the club will play host to special tournaments, events, exhibitions, corporate outings, all level clinics, and curated kid’s programs; and will house two separate pickleball courts within.

Reserve Padel at SoLé Mia will amplify the lifestyle at the master-planned development, a vibrant urban oasis and one of the most desirable new places to live in Miami. The community is centered around wellness with sprawling, resort-inspired features such as a seven-acre, swimmable freshwater lagoon, eight miles of jogging and bike paths and 37 acres of landscaped open space. Combining the best of luxury living surrounded by nature and recreational amenities, SoLé Mia is currently home to more than a thousand residents and will have 4,390 residences, 1.5 million square feet of commercial activity including the University of Miami Medical Center’s largest world-class outpatient medical facility, UHealth, as well as a charter school and more when complete.

Turnberry Development In Partnership With Carlos Rosso Launch One Park Tower By Turnberry at SoLé Mia

Turnberry Development in partnership with Carlos Rosso has announced the launch of ONE Park Tower by Turnberry at SoLé Mia, a luxury condominium reimagined for the next generation. Set within the multi-billion dollar, 184-acre master-planned community of SoLé Mia in the heart of North Miami, the 32-story tower will deliver 303 bespoke residences overlooking a seven-acre Crystal Lagoon™ and surrounded by pristine natural landscapes, with access to a private beach, amenities created to offer residents a sophisticated lifestyle, and ocean views.

ONE Park Tower by Turnberry has been thoughtfully designed to offer resort-style, attainable luxury living for families seeking a walkable and connected community to call home. Envisioned by award-winning architecture firm Arquitectonica with interior design by globally recognized Meyer Davis, acclaimed landscape architect Enzo Enea will curate gardens that enhance the natural attributes of the location and encourage a connection to nature.

Owners can walk to SoLé Mia’s community parks and trails, retail and upscale restaurants. The SoLé Mia masterplan includes amenities that anticipate residents’ needs and foster wellbeing, anchored by a 225,000 sq. ft, 10-acre world-class University of Miami UHealth Medical Center currently under construction.

"Turnberry has always been at the forefront of neighborhood creation, bringing our legacy of excellence to build communities that cater to families and cultivate a strong sense of place—this is our vision with SoLé Mia,” said Jackie Soffer, Chairman & CEO of Turnberry Associates. “ONE Park Tower by Turnberry is for those who seek a luxury lifestyle surrounded by a community of family, friends, restaurants, retail, endless outdoor activities, and state of the art medical service.”

The centerpiece of the SoLé Mia community, a crystal-clear swimmable lagoon the size of 21 Olympic-sized pools, will provide ONE Park Tower by Turnberry residents a dedicated lagoon-front beach with umbrellas and beach chairs. Property staff will offer exceptional, individualized service for which Turnberry is known, including a Beach Concierge to arrange stand-up paddle boards and kayaks for rent and dining from The Lagoon Café and adjacent restaurants. ONE Park Tower by Turnberry’s healthy lifestyle includes a private swimming pool, pickleball courts, and a state-of-the art wellness center which includes fitness, spa and massage facilities. Residents will also enjoy co-working facilities, a library, private event rooms, a climate-controlled wine room and dedicated children’s playroom. A gated entry, 24-hour security and secured garage parking with electric charging stations complete the offering.

“South Florida lacks locations developed specifically for growing families and young professionals, and we intend to deliver just that,” said Carlos Rosso, Founder & CEO of Rosso Development. “There is an overwhelming demand for condos surrounded by all the incredible amenities this site has to offer–with everything you need at your fingertips. Complete with an intentional integration with nature and an array of incredible amenities, ONE Park Tower by Turnberry will cater to an up-and-coming group of buyers who are looking for real luxury at attainable price points. This property excites us because of the opportunity it will provide to Miami families to continue to flourish in the city they love, with the lifestyle they are accustomed to.”

Consisting of spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom units, plus a collection of penthouses, floorplans feature dens and large powder rooms – and are designed to fit a range of lifestyles, with connectivity to the outdoors and panoramic views of the Crystal Lagoon, Oleta River State Park, Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Miami city skyline. Spanning from 900 square feet to 2,100 square feet, residence interiors intentionally blend the natural beauty of the site with the vibrancy of the surrounding urban atmosphere. High ceilings and walls of glass open up to oversized private wrap-around terraces with seamless glass railings. All units will be completely finished with porcelain floors, oversized master bedrooms and walk-in closets (closet upgrades will be offered), and master baths featuring wet rooms with shower and soaking tub.

"We rarely have the opportunity to design a building with open water views as a touchpoint from every unit and amenity. Whether it be your arrival experience, in the lobby, the gardens, or the Sunset pool, your eyes are always in contact with the water,” said Will Meyer of Meyer Davis. “Our design for ONE Park Tower by Turnberry is inspired to accentuate the beauty of the natural surroundings while offering functional luxury buyers are seeking.”

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Turnberry Associates and LeFrak Organization Lock Down $32 Million Construction Loan For SoLé Mia

Turnberry Associates, led by Jackie Soffer, and the LeFrak Organization, led by Richard LeFrak, have locked down a $32 million construction loan for the 187-unit Villa Solé at the $4 billion SoLé Mia mixed use masterplan in North Miami. The loan was provided by JP Morgan Chase Bank. Villa Solé is a 187 unit, 6-story multifamily building designed by MSA Architects with interiors by KDS Interiors. The building topped off Q1 2021 and is expected to be delivered Fall 2021. The developers have also planned another 190-unit multifamily building Villa Laguna.

In March 2019 the first residential tower at SoLé Mia, The Shoreline, was delivered. The SoLé Mia masterplan includes 12 towers, 500,00 SF of retail and commercial space, a 225,000 SF University of Miami Health Center, all anchored around South Florida’s first 7-acre Crystal Lagoon, Laguna Solé, at the $4 billion, 184-acre master-planned community, SoLé Mia. SoLé Mia will ultimately be a 183-acre master-planned community with the entire development expected to take over 10 years to complete. In total SoLé Mia will feature 4,300 residential units, retail, entertainment and recreation.