Boutique Luxury Condominium Tal Aventura Launches Sales

2151 Development Group and 2020 Acquisitions have launched sales for Tal Aventura, a boutique residential building redefining luxury living in Aventura. Located waterside in the heart of the city, Tal Aventura will deliver an exquisite collection of 86 residences ranging from two to five bedrooms, plus a selection of customizable lanai and penthouse residences, with unobstructed views of Maule Lake. Set to break ground in Q4 2023 with completion expected in 2025, residence pricing ranges from $1.4M to $9.9M.

“Tal Aventura sets a new standard for luxury in Aventura, there is nothing else like it,” said Matthew Rosenblatt, founder of 2151 Development Group. “We envisioned condo residences that feel like a single-family home, with ample space in an incredible location–while delivering active amenities that cater to a lifestyle rooted in community and convenience. The result is a residential offering that addresses the area’s needs and transcends expectations.”

With architecture and interiors imagined by internationally acclaimed IDEA Architects and IDDI, the 26-story building will reflect timeless elegance with elevated, functional design. Spanning from 1,245 square feet to 6,200 square feet, residences showcase outdoor living spaces and private elevator entry–with the majority featuring 4+ bedrooms–emulating a home in the sky.

Each elegantly appointed residence is meticulously designed to maximize space and create a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience with sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows/doors and sprawling terraces reaching over 3,000 square feet–overlooking soaring lake, ocean and city skyline views. Refined interior finishes include Italian porcelain flooring, custom gourmet kitchens by Italkraft with stacked double ovens and dual sinks on a 14-foot quartz island, while oversized bathrooms showcase Italkraft vanities.

“Tal Aventura stands alone as the only new development in the neighborhood addressing a need for product that caters to families seeking single family home layouts with a seamless resort-style living experience,” said Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Douglas Elliman Florida and President of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Florida. “With its prime location and unmatched amenities, buyers are presented with a transformative project that we are proud to bring to the market.”

Residents will enjoy an enviable host of luxury, family-focused amenities and green spaces spanning across 50,000+ square feet. Thoughtfully curated spaces include a resort-style pool with cabanas, children’s splash pad, playground, outdoor theater, lounge, BBQ area, miniature golf, basketball and pickleball court, all surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and gardens. Wellness offerings include a spa, sauna, treatment rooms, and state-of-the-art fitness center, while social areas include a private dining room with a terrace and custom wine wall, coworking lounge and conference room, a children’s playroom, entertainment lounge, yoga studio, golf simulator and pet spa. Dedicated staff including concierge, doorman and valet is available around the clock to assist residents.

Located at 2785 NE 183rd Street east of Biscayne Blvd, residents can enjoy expansive, unobstructed views of Maule Lake from every home, top-rated schools, fine-dining with kosher options, houses of worship and boutique shopping experiences, all within walking distance.

Tal Aventura’s sales gallery is expected to launch before the end of the year. Sales and marketing is managed exclusively by Douglas Elliman.

Brightline Gives A Sneak Peak Preview At The Nearly Completed Aventura Station

On November 2, 2022, Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, along with Miami-Dade County Commissioner Sally Heyman and City of Aventura Mayor Enid Weisman held a first look of the future Aventura station, which is set to open in weeks. County and city officials were joined by members of the media and the Citizens’ Independent Transportation Trust (CITT) as some of the first to preview the Aventura Station.

The event began at 10 a.m. with brief remarks by Brightline’s president, Patrick Goddard, followed by Commissioner Heyman, Mayor Weisman and CITT Second Vice Chairman Robert Wolfarth. The remarks were followed by a tour of the station and concluded with media interviews. The group was joined by city officials from the City of Aventura including the incoming commissioners and mayor, Howard Weinberg.

Located across from Aventura Mall, Brightline’s Aventura station, platform and vertical towers feature 34,000 square feet of space and an 860-foot center loaded platform located within the Florida East Coast Railway and Brightline right-of-way.

Brightline will provide frequent, express service from the Aventura station to downtown Miami during the peak morning commute period and return service during the evening rush hour period. Trip time between downtown Miami and Aventura is expected to take about 17 minutes. Miami-Dade County will offer subsidized fares for a percentage of riders between Aventura and MiamiCentral.

The station will include its signature autonomous MRKT, SMART and PREMIUM lounges and Brightline+ services. After passing through security, Brightline passengers will be able to access the skybridge from the passenger lounge utilizing an elevator or escalators to the vertical transportation towers. Brightline has also started the design of its east bridge that will connect the platform to Aventura Mall.

The Aventura station has been designed to LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Silver criteria as part of Brightline’s goals to reduce contribution to global climate change, enhance individual human health and protect water resources. These LEED Silver station design features include a solar canopy and installation of electric charging vehicles to reduce emissions and encourage clean transportation, a careful selection of materials to increase healthy indoor spaces and smart technology to reduce water use.

The Brightline Aventura station will be located at 19796 West Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33180.

Ramon Pacheco-Designed Island Estates Waterfront Home Trades For Record $8.65 Million

A home in Island Estates just closed for an Island Estates record $8.650 million at $1,800 ppsf. Per public record, the seller is Adam Gordon, CEO and owner of Fort Lauderdale Collection who purchased the home last October. He was represented by Chad Carroll with The Carroll Group at Compass, who has closed four of the last six deals in Island Estates. The buyer was represented by Ryan Mendell with Maxwell E Realty Inc.

3911 Island Estates Drive is a 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom home in Aventura which was designed by Ramon Pacheco. The Modern day smart house spans 4,803 SF and features a dramatic foyer and massive arched glass windows and doors streaming with natural light, 1 powder room, along with an additional converted room, a double living room, sleek Ornare kitchen and closets, home office, and Samuel Heath fixtures. The lavish master suite features an expansive master bath with a $20,000 cast iron soaking tub overlooking the water. Outdoors features a pool, fire pit, relaxation dock, fully-equipped custom summer kitchen with two grills and bar.

Images via The Carroll Group

Brightline Tops Off Aventura Station With Placement of 131-Foot Long Pedestrian Skybridge

Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, along with its contractor Lemartec, has topped off the Aventura Station. The topping off took place in the early morning hours of October 8 and consisted of putting into place a 131-foot long, 68-ton pedestrian skybridge on two 41-foot-high vertical transportation towers over a 90-minute period. Stretching across Harriet Tubman Highway (formally known as West Dixie Highway), the skybridge is the final piece of the Aventura station’s structure and connects the station to the platform. This topping off marks the completion of vertical construction.

“This topping off is a testament of our team’s dedication to bring the vision of connectivity to the Northeast Corridor,” said Patrick Goddard, president at Brightline. “Our partners at Miami-Dade County were an integral part of making this station a reality and bringing enhanced access to area residents.” 

Once completed, the 3.5-acre project consisting of the station and its surface parking lot will be Brightline’s fourth in the state, connecting travelers in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach, followed by Orlando in 2023. The site also features 240 parking spaces, a bus drop-off for Miami-Dade Transit passengers, and newly landscaped and hardscape areas. 

Located across from Aventura Mall, Brightline’s Aventura station, platform and vertical towers feature 34,000 square feet of space and an 860-foot center loaded platform located within the Florida East Coast Railway and Brightline right-of-way. The station will include its signature autonomous MRKT, SMART and PREMIUM lounges and Brightline+ services. After passing through security, Brightline passengers will be able to access the skybridge from the passenger lounge utilizing an elevator or escalators to the vertical transportation towers. 

“A tremendous amount of effort and energy went into what culminated in the lifting and setting of Aventura station’s pedestrian skybridge,” said Manny Garcia-Tunon, president at Lemartec. “With the help of Miami-Dade County and Florida East Coast Railway, Brightline and Lemartec were able to safely facilitate the coordination of this top off ensuring roads and railroads were clear.” 

“The topping off of the Aventura station brings us one step closer to increasing  mobility for northeast Miami Dade County,” said Mayor Daniella Levin Cava, Miami Dade County. “This station is an important component of my plan to enhance transportation options throughout the county, making it easier for our residents to go to work, school or leisure activities.”

“It is great to see the Aventura Brightline station closer to completion. This commuter stop in Aventura will not only help to alleviate road congestion but will connect a key community to four major downtown communities in South Florida and Orlando in 2023. The impact of this connectivity is vital for northeast Miami Dade County and its residents,” said Commissioner Sally A. Heyman, Miami-Dade County, District 4.

Brightline will provide frequent, express service from the Aventura station to downtown Miami during the peak morning commute period and return service during the evening rush hour period. Trip time between downtown Miami and Aventura is expected to take about 15 minutes.  Miami-Dade County will offer subsidized fares for a percentage of riders between Aventura and MiamiCentral. 

In October 2019, the Citizens’ Independent Transportation Trust (CITT) passed a resolution to approve the property acquisition and development agreement between the County and Brightline. It also approved the use of $76.7 million of surtax dollars for the development of this project, which will serve the Northeast Corridor – one of six corridors in the Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) Plan. The $76 million investment made by Miami-Dade County has created more than 400 jobs during construction and will continue to generate significant economic benefit, including $90.8 million annually in economic impact and $2.7 billion over a 30-year period.

Brightline is expected to launch service to Aventura before the end of the year. The station is located at 19796 West Dixie Highway, Miami, FL 33180.

IDEA Architects-Designed Tal Aventura Receives Conditional Use Approval

Tal Aventura, a highly anticipated boutique residential building located waterside in the heart of Aventura, has received conditional use approval to progress with a 26-story, 86-residence tower. Developers 2151 Development Group and 2020 Acquisitions have tapped Miami-based IDEA Architects to design the luxury, family-focused condominium, with the majority of residences ranging from 2,500 to 3,500 square feet plus expansive lanai and penthouse units exceeding 6,000 square feet, and 50,000+ square feet of amenity and green spaces.

“This is a significant step towards bringing a new level of luxury living to Aventura,” said Matthew Rosenblatt, founder of 2151 Development Group. “Our vision is to create condo residences that offer a single-family home lifestyle at an attainable price point, something that doesn’t currently exist in the market. There is a genuine need for this type of residential offering, and we are thrilled to be moving forward with the project.”

Tal Aventura’s sales gallery is expected to launch before the end of this year.

Located at 2785 NE 183rd Street east of Biscayne Blvd, residents can enjoy expansive, unobstructed views of Maule Lake from every home, top-rated schools, fine-dining, houses of worship and boutique shopping experiences, all within walking distance.

2151 Development Group is a full-service real estate investment and development company based in South Florida, overseeing acquisitions, development, and construction management. Focused on identifying value-add opportunities across residential, commercial and mixed-use sectors, 2151 Development Group was founded by Matthew Rosenblatt, who has successfully executed more than $500 million of real estate ventures in Florida and the Northeast over the past decade.

2020 Acquisitions is a national real estate development firm with over $2 billion of projects across asset classes including residential, Class A warehouse, media studio campus, private golf course, and retail. The firm is currently developing over 10,000,000 square feet of Class A warehousing. The company is led by Efrem Gerszberg, its founder and CEO.

Miami Dolphins Star Tyreek Hill Opens Soul Runner Experiential Pop-Up In Aventura Mall

The newest Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill has opened a pop-up for Soul Runner, his motivational athletic wear brand, in Aventura Mall. On August 11, Hill hosted a special grand opening attended by NFL stars such as AJ Greene and Cedrick Wilson, as well as influencers such as Zach “That’s a Dot” Lewis and Lahgriddy, attracting large crowds to the Soul Runner Pop-Up as fans tried to get a look at the Dolphin’s star receiver. Hill debuted the new Soul Runner store and collection as well as recorded an episode of his “It Needed To Be Said” Podcast live with special guest Jake Paul.

Rooted in the vision of a “spirit in motion,” Soul Runner is inspired by unwavering faith and the meditative, therapeutic influence of putting one’s body, life and soul in a forward motion. According to Hill, the uplifting mission of the brand is grounded in the choices one makes in the face of adversity – “either running away from fear or running towards a new goal” – and dedicated to those who take the high road in the endless pursuit of a better future.

Nicknamed “Cheetah,” Hill was acquired by the Dolphins from the Kansas City Chiefs this March. He was a Super Bowl Champion in 2019, has been selected to the Pro Bowl in all six seasons of his NFL career, and was chosen as a member of the 2010s NFL All-Decade Team.

The Soul Runner pop-up at Aventura Mall features exclusive new Soul Runner styles, including new premium heavyweight tees, premium heavyweight hoodies and women’s crop tops. Additionally, the experiential pop-up has a performance zone with light workout equipment where workout classes will be hosted throughout the month in collaboration with its fitness partners.

“Aventura Mall is an iconic destination and I’m thrilled to debut the Soul Runner pop-up in a South Florida landmark alongside so many great brands,” says Hill. “To launch our first store in Miami is a dream, especially as I’m embarking on a new journey here myself. I feel lucky to be in such a vibrant place.”

The Soul Runner mindset originated during Hill’s childhood when he was faced with opportunities to join gangs. He and his friends took a different direction, forming a group called the “Soul Runners.” Deviating from gangs, the Soul Runners embarked on a lifelong journey dedicated to creating a better future for themselves and those around them.

“Hard work is contagious. When you push yourself, it pushes others and drives everyone to be better. This is what Soul Runner is all about,” says Hill. “I’m still ‘Soul Running.’ It never ends.”

The Soul Runner pop-up at Aventura Mall is located on the Lower Level near Bloomingdale’s.

Carrot Express Aventura Gets an Upgrade Doubling in Size

Miami’s fan-favorite eatery, Carrot Express in Aventura is getting an upgrade and a new location. The health-conscious concept will relocate one block South from their previous outpost which opened in 2018. Their new home will occupy a larger space with revamped interior boasting a bigger dining room and alfresco dining. Guests will be able to enjoy their favorite Carrot Express dishes in a more spacious and stylish setting. This marks their second outpost in Aventura in addition to their outpost inside Miami’s premier shopping destination, Aventura Mall.

Doubling in size, the new Aventura destination occupies 2,100 square feet with 50 seats indoor and 16 seats outdoors. Inside incorporates the similar inviting and relaxed atmosphere as its fellow Miami locations however, this new location features accents of wood and greenery with hanging lights throughout. Creative Director, Alberto Bassal shared, “We’re thrilled to reopen in the neighborhood with an enhanced inviting experience and a beautiful terrace to dine alfresco.” He added, “We also want to provide our locals and loyal clientele a more accommodating experience with more parking spots.”

Most recently, Carrot Express launched a brunch bundle where guests can order any breakfast or all-day breakfast item and receive the second item free. The BOGO deal will be offered every Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM until 2 PM, on-site at all locations including Aventura.

Highlights include:

• California Eggwich – 2 cage free folded eggs folded with avocado, crumbled feta cheese, arugula, tomato, lime juice and olive oil served on a toasted sesame bagel

• Quinoa Breakfast Bowl – topped with roasted cremini mushrooms, sautéed kale, avocado, pico de gallo and a cage-free sunny side egg

• Josh’s Overnight Oats – mix of oatmeal, almond milk, toasted coconut flakes, chia & flax seeds, cinnamon, blueberries, strawberries, Mario’s granola, almond butter, drizzled honey

• Almond Butter Toast – almond butter, strawberries, blueberries, chia seeds, cinnamon, toasted coconut flakes spread on multigrain sourdough bread by Zak the Baker drizzled with honey

• Huevos Rancheros Burrito – 2 cage-free scrambled eggs, brown rice, black beans, avocado, fresh corn, jack cheese, cilantro & pico de gallo, wrapped & toasted on a whole wheat wrap, served with cilantro-lime dressing

Additional menu highlights include Carrot Express’ best-selling LIV Wrap – grilled chicken breast, avocado, quinoa, kale, jack cheese and basil pesto, OMG! Turkey Burger – homemade all natural & hormone free ground turkey burger topped with arugula, avocado, tomato, red onion, mustard aioli on a toasted multigrain bun, Mario’s Favorite – Arugula, kale, spinach, toasted almonds, peas, golden raisins, quinoa, scallions & cilantro brown rice with a homemade citrus sauce and their signature, Carrot Cake made with freshly grated carrots and layered with a homemade cream cheese frosting and crushed pralines.

Their new Aventura location can be found at 2440 NE Miami Gardens Dr #107, Miami, FL 33180. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday from 8 AM - 9 AM and on Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM - 9 PM.

Turnberry Associates Plans Arquitectonica-Designed Aventura Office Tower Two Turnberry

Turnberry Associates, led by Jackie Soffer, have submitted plans for Two Turnberry, an Arquitectonica-designed office tower in Aventura. The project would rise 14 stories and feature 240,000 square feet of office space, 20,000 square feet of retail and 720 parking spaces on a 3.37-acre site. Two Turnberry will have 8 floors of office space, each floor plate would average roughly 30,000 square feet. The retail space will feature a bank branch, the current property has a Citibank branch on-site.

Two Turnberry is located next to the Aventura Mall at 2750 NE 199th St. along US1/ West Dixie Highway near the future location of the Aventura Brightline Station and pedestrian walkway over US1 to the station. The Aventura Brightline Station is currently under construction with an expected completion in fall 2022.

Image via Turnberry Associates

Foster + Partners-Designed Safra National Bank Headquarters Revealed As 3050 Aventura

Following the demolition of the Safra National Bank building in Aventura, site work is now underway on 3050 Aventura. The new office building will serve as the headquarters for Safra National Bank of which an affiliate, 3050 Aventura Owner LLC, is developing the project. 3050 Aventura will replace the former 3-story office building which was built in 1991 and acquired by Safra National Bank for $11.5 million in 2009.

Plans for 3050 Aventura were first submitted to the City of Aventura in December 2020 to redevelop the 1.31-acre site. 3050 Aventura was designed by Foster + Partners with ODP Architects as the architect of record. The project will rise 12-stories and will feature 113,650 SF of office space along with 386 below-grade parking spaces. Plaza Construction is the general contractor. The project expects to receive LEED Gold Certification.

Safra National Bank of New York is a commercial banking institution that serves high-net-worth individuals, large businesses, and international corporations through branches in New York and Miami. Safra National Bank offers wealth management, brokerage services, bond trading, lease financing, and correspondent banking. Safra National Bank of New York is affiliated with Banco Safra S.A., one of the largest private banks in Brazil which was founded by Brazilian billionaire-banker Joseph Safra.

Images via ODP Architects

Trendy Health Food Hotspot Pura Vida Opens Seventh Location In The Wellness-Oriented Aventura ParkSquare

Pura Vida, South Florida’s go-to wellness eatery, has opened its seventh all-day café in the thriving Aventura ParkSquare neighborhood. Located at 2980 NE 207th St. Suite 110 in Aventura, the new location part of the brand’s expansion plan that includes the recent addition of a second location in Miami Beach as well as West Palm Beach. Jennifer and Omer Horev, the husband-and-wife duo behind the esteemed brand, have been steadily expanding their empire since they opened the first Pura Vida location in Miami Beach in 2012, with plans in the works for several more slated to open later this year.

Pura Vida Aventura occupies over 2,000 SF of space, designed with Pura Vida’s signature breezy and casual aesthetic, traditionally associated with their other Pura Vida locations. A key design element, signature to the Aventura location specifically, draws guest’s attention with a eye-catching floral arch display that delicately drapes across the space’s entrance.

“We’re looking forward to 2021 being our biggest year yet,” said Omer Horev, Chief Executive Officer and founder of Pura Vida. “As we continue to expand into different markets and neighborhoods across South Florida, we’re constantly amazed at how well-received our brand has been in the community. It’s important to us that our growth is organic and feels right; I am not willing to compromise the core values of the brand and our vision. We’ve had our eye set on Aventura for some time and we truly believe the Aventura ParkSquare neighborhood combines the very best of modern luxury living, culture, shopping, and dining all in one destination, designed with healthy living and wellness top of mind, which is very much in line with the Pura Vida brand.”

The design-focused lifestyle brand is meant to feel like an extension of the Horev’s home, welcoming, approachable, a place in which guests are eager to come back to and are proud to call their own 'neighborhood' spot. Each location, including the Aventura spot, offers an array of all-day breakfast menu items, specialty coffee drinks, fresh salads and wraps, flavorful bowls, superfood smoothies, fresh juices, locally brewed organic kombucha, and a wide variety of gluten-and-sugar-free and vegan sweet treats, baked daily in-house and sourced using all local and organic ingredients whenever available.

“As the evolution of Pura Vida naturally unfolds, I believe the brand has matured into much more than an all-day cafe,” said Jennifer Horev, Chief Brand Officer for Pura Vida. “We’ve been steadily transforming into a lifestyle, health-conscious brand and we really enjoy working with local vendors who bring new ideas and concepts to the table. We think our vision is very much in line with the team at Aventura Park Square and we couldn’t be more excited to open the doors, bringing our accessible and nourishing foods to this new community in South Florida.”

Images via Pura Vida

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