The Optimum Tops Off In Coconut Grove, The Neighborhood's First New Class A Office Building In 25 Years

Optimum Development USA, a global real estate investor and developer, has officially announced that “The Optimum,” their new five-story luxury Class A office building in Coconut Grove, has officially topped off. Optimum Development and the tower’s general contractor, Grycon Construction, commemorated the occasion with a luncheon on Friday, June 1st for over 150 construction workers, engineers and other contractors involved, in celebration of the project’s momentum and Optimum’s commitment to enhance Coconut Grove’s revitalization. The milestone event featured remarks from from Mayor Francis Suarez, Optimum Development CEO Ricardo Tabet and Grycon Construction executive Eric Helitzer. 

“We’re extremely proud to celebrate this construction milestone and cannot be more pleased to be a part of the exciting citywide transformation underway in Coconut Grove,” said Ricardo Tabet, CEO of Optimum Development USA. “We look forward to delivering the area’s first new Class A office building in more than 25 years and welcoming our new tenants. The ideal location on Main Highway has proven to be a strong attraction to small and mid-size businesses, who appreciate the ease of access to all of Coconut Grove and close proximity to Coral Gables, Brickell, Key Biscayne and downtown. The Grove’s charm and pedestrian friendly streets and shops are luring a vibrant mix of professionals.”

The Optimum is a 5-story, class A office tower in the heart of the Grove. The Optimum is designed by Arquitectonica, who took cues from Coconut Grove lush folliage including raking the buildings’ facades in natural cement and wood to blend seamlessly into Coconut Grove. The 50,500 SF midrise luxury office development will entail 44,000 SF of office space and 6,500 SF of ground floor restaurant space which is expected to feature a high-end restaurant along with a rooftop lounge that offers dramatic, panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. Optimum Development USA paid $8.5 million for the assemblage in 2014 and has since taken a $21.5 million loan on the property. The Optimum is located at 3480 Main Highway in Coconut Grove and is expected to be completed later this year (2018).

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Optimum Group Hosts Groundbreaking Ceremony for “The Optimum,” Their New Coconut Grove Office Tower

Optimum Group, a global real estate investor and leading developer, hosted a formal groundbreaking ceremony and champagne reception to celebrate the construction commencement of The Optimum, a new class A office tower in Coconut Grove. Mayor Tomás Pedro Regalado spoke briefly on Coconut Grove’s rich history and Optimum’s commitment to enhance the neighborhood’s revitalization as well as company’s ongoing contribution to evolve South Florida communities and growing businesses.

“As the first new Class A office building in over 25 years that fulfills the much-needed commercial and retail component in ‎the center of one of Miami’s most historic community, ‘The Optimum’ is our response for those who are looking to live, work and play in the neighborhood,” said Ricardo Tabet, ceo of Optimum Group. “The space will not only complement The Groves’ lush landscaping and understated aesthetic, but will contribute to the neighborhood’s electrifying renaissance.”

The Optimum is a 5-story, class A office tower in the heart of the Grove. The Optimum is being designed by Arquitectonica, who took cues from Coconut Grove lush folliage including raking the buildings’ facades in natural cement and wood to blend seamlessly into Coconut Grove. The development will entail 44,000 SF of office space and 6,500 SF of ground floor restaurant space which is expected to feature a high-end restaurant along with a rooftop lounge that offers dramatic, panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. Optimum Development USA paid $8.5 million for the assemblage in 2014 and has since taken a $21.5 million loan on the property. The Optimum is located at 3480 Main Highway in Coconut Grove and is expected to be completed by 2018 with occupancy in just 16 months. 

Construction Update: The Optimum, Coconut Grove's New Arquitectonica Designed Office Development Breaks Ground

Optimum Development USA celebrated the ground-breaking and start of construction of The Optimum, a 5-story, class A office tower in the heart of the Grove. The Optimum is being developed by Optimum Development USA, led by Ricardo Tabet, and was designed by Arquitectonica. The development will entail 44,000 SF of office space and 6,500 SF of ground floor restaurant space which is expected to feature a high-end restaurant along with a rooftop lounge that offers dramatic, panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. Optimum Development USA paid $8.5 million for the assemblage in 2014 and has since taken a $21.5 million loan on the property. The Optimum is located at 3480 Main Highway in Coconut Grove and is expected to be completed in 12 to 14 months.