Monaco Yacht Club & Residences Receives TCO, Begin Closings In Miami Beach

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, the widely-anticipated, new boutique Bayfront residences and private marina in Miami Beach, has received its temporary certificate of occupancy (TCO), signaling the start of closings. The project was developed by Optimum Asset Management USA. Monaco Yacht Club & Residences offers just thirty-nine luxurious waterfront residences delivered fully finished with curated interiors by two of the most esteemed names in design, Piero Lissoni and Arquitectonica.

In addition to announcing this milestone, Optimum Asset Management USA has disclosed that only two residences remain – including a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom, plus den, villa with direct marina access and boat slip -- as the tower rapidly approaches a complete sell-out.

“Seeing Monaco Yacht Club & Residences come to fruition and receive TCO is an especially proud moment,” said Matthew Barry, Managing Director of Optimum Asset Management USA. “The global response to the tower has been nothing short of compelling and a testament to its international appeal. We are thrilled to be showcasing this building to the world and celebrating the continued excitement surrounding its unveiling.”

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences feature one to four-bedroom residences, ranging in size from 918 to nearly 5,000 square feet, and two one-of-a-kind penthouses with spacious living areas, private terraces and summer kitchens. Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed homes feature expansive wraparound terraces – each with sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline – as well as contemporary Italian kitchens by Boffi.

Additional highlights within the residences include stone countertops, 10 to 11-foot-high ceilings throughout, large walk-in closets, private elevator entrances, and premium bathroom interiors featuring imported Italian marble flooring, large tubs and frameless, glass-enclosed rainfall showers with designer faucets.

“The DNA of the Côte d’Azur is reflected in every single design element of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, giving residents the unique opportunity to live the one-of-a-kind South of France lifestyle,” said Edgardo Defortuna, president and CEO of Fortune International Group, the exclusive brokerage of the project. “We have a lot of excited residents that we cannot wait to welcome and celebrate the very best Miami Beach has to offer.”

Each of the modern unit interiors were meticulously curated with precise attention to detail, inclusive of the refined Italian-made fixtures and finishes, while a design palette of warm whites and rich woods was used for the lobby and the premier “Resident’s Lounge,” which features a library and breakfast bar for leisurely waterfront dining.

“It has been an honor to be part of the construction of this amazing architectural gem,” said Brett Atkinson, President of South Florida for Moss Construction, the tower’s general contractor. “It was a pleasure to work with Optimum Asset Management USA; we could not have reached TCO without our experienced subcontractors and suppliers.”

The nautically-themed, 12-story boutique building features a variety of resort-style amenities, including a rooftop terrace featuring panoramic views of the Miami skyline and a pool with poolside chaise lounge chairs, Jacuzzi and shaded lounge areas with a grill for entertaining. Offering the best of a yachtsman’s lifestyle, a 12-slip marina is exclusively available to residents of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, as well as a yachting concierge and other waterfront amenities such as paddle boarding and kayaking.

Units at Monaco Yacht Club & Residences are priced from $1.1 million with exclusive sales and marketing overseen by Fortune Development Sales.

Brightline Breaks Ground On Boca Raton Station As Eco-Friendly Railway Continues To Connect South Florida

Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, has broken ground on its new Boca Raton station with Kaufman Lynn Construction, Inc. as the construction manager for the garage and train station. Once completed, the station will be Brightline’s fifth operational in the state, connecting travelers in Boca Raton to Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and soon Orlando. Located on a 1.8-acre site across from Mizner Park and adjacent to the downtown library, Brightline’s Boca station, designed by Zyscovich Architects, will feature approximately 38,000 square feet of space which will include its signature autonomous MRKT and premium lounge among other station amenities. The station will offer a seamless travel experience through modern technology, including a cashless environment, touchless turnstiles and high-speed WiFi. Brightline's Boca station is expected to be complete in the fall of 2022.

Brightline’s president, Patrick Goddard, was joined at the groundbreaking ceremony today by Congressman Ted Deutch, Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer, Jorge Pesquera of Discover the Palm Beaches, in addition to members of the Boca city council and elected officials. The groundbreaking of Brightline’s Boca station follows the commencement of construction for the station's parking garage, announced in December of 2021.

“As a premier business and leisure destination, Boca Raton is a perfect fit for Brightline and will be an integral part of our network that will further connect the state of Florida,” said Patrick Goddard, president of Brightline. “Brightline stations help enhance the local communities and economies where we operate and provide travelers with quick access to state-wide lifestyle and tourist destinations. We look forward to building a long and productive partnership with the Boca community.”

In 2021, Brightline was awarded a $16.3 million Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement (CRISI) Grant from the FRA to fund a portion of the construction of the Brightline Train Station, parking garage and associated rail infrastructure. In addition to the CRISI grant, the City has provided a commitment of $9.9 million towards funding the parking garage. The balance of the project, approximately $30 million, will be funded by Brightline. Construction of the Boca Raton station is expected to create more than 480 jobs during construction while contributing more than $23 million in wages.

The station is expected to strengthen ties between Boca Raton and South and Central Florida. By connecting to the broader Brightline system, local employers will have access to a bigger employee pool and workers will gain access to an additional 89,000 office jobs within average commute times. This investment will continue to make Boca Raton one of the most desirable and vibrant places to live, work and visit. In addition to benefitting commuters and other local residents, Brightline will serve a broad leisure travel population, and will spur increased tourism to Boca Raton.

“Brightline will be a game-changer for Boca Raton, and especially our downtown,” said Mayor Scott Singer. “We look forward to welcoming the many riders who will work at our thriving businesses and visit our cultural, dining, and shopping attractions, and for our residents to connect to a major transportation network from Miami to Orlando. Thanks to our strong partnership with Brightline and support of our Congressional delegation for an FRA grant, we can’t wait to say all aboard in Boca Raton!”

Also under construction is the 455-space parking garage that will service Brightline’s Boca station and visitors to the downtown library, who will have dedicated, covered, and complimentary spaces on the first floor. In October 2021, Brightline completed construction of the new Community Garden for the Junior League of Boca Raton, as well as a temporary parking lot for the downtown library. Brightline managed and funded the construction of both projects as part of the agreement to build the new station.

“Kaufman Lynn Construction is excited to be building this new station and garage with Brightline, the City of Boca Raton and the Federal Railroad Administration,” said Michael Kaufman, CEO of Kaufman Lynn Construction. “The entire team is excited to help connect South Florida and Central Florida with this Brightline rail stop.”

Brightline currently serves Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, with its expansion station in Aventura opening in 2022. Brightline’s current construction project to Orlando is more than 70 percent complete with over 1,300 daily workers on the job tallying more than four million hours of work. In January of 2022, Brightline began daily crew training and qualifying test runs between West Palm Beach and Cocoa. Over an eight-year period, Brightline’s corridor between Miami and Orlando will result in $6.4 billion in economic impact while creating more than 10,000 jobs. Construction of the highly anticipated expansion to Orlando is on track to be complete by the end of 2022, ​​with service to begin in early 2023.

Mast Capital Breaks Ground On Second Phase Of Waterline Miami River Multifamily Development

A partnership between Mast Capital and global real estate investment firm AEW Capital Management has launched the second phase of Waterline Miami River, which will bring the full development to a combined 688 apartment units. The second phase will consist of 342 rental units on a 2.7-acre development site with over 400 feet of unobstructed water frontage along the Miami River. The joint venture has secured financing from Wells Fargo for the project’s construction set to begin in January 2022.

One of the early developers to recognize the Miami River’s potential as an active waterfront community, Mast Capital acquired its first piece of land along the riverfront in 2018, developing the initial phase of Waterline Miami River with AEW, and since then, the Miami River District has continued to thrive with restaurants, outdoor entertainment and residential living. Mast Capital delivered the first phase of Waterline Miami River, a 346-unit luxury multifamily community, in late 2020 and reached stabilization just eight months after its completion. 

The second phase will be comprised of studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units spanning approximately 280,000 rentable square feet and masterfully crafted community amenities. The project’s general contractor is Kaufman Lynn and the architect is Corwil Architects.

Residences will feature European kitchens, modular European closets, washer and dryer, private large balconies, premium quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Residents at Waterline Miami River will enjoy breathtaking views of the Miami River and the Downtown and Brickell skyline.

Amenities will include state-of-the-art fitness center, a one-acre park, a dog park and open recreational area, 24/7 package and dry-cleaning lockers, tech hub and flex office spaces for residents working remote, conference rooms, WiFi in social hubs, private access parking, pet spa with washing station, and secure bike room with repair station.

“The Miami River has long been seen as a working waterway, but it’s also becoming a thriving residential neighborhood. The population growth and strong demographics Miami is experiencing will continue to fuel growth along the riverfront,” said Camilo Miguel, Jr., CEO and Founder of Mast Capital. “Since pre-leasing commenced at Waterline Miami River, we saw high demand for the apartment community given the lifestyle offerings in the surrounding neighborhood and strategic location near Miami’s thriving urban core. We are confident that phase two will experience similar demand given the need for additional rental housing and the increased desirability of the Miami River District.”

Waterline Miami River is located just half a mile south of the Miami Health District, which employs 45,000 and draws 160,000 annual visitors and is recognized as the second largest health district in the U.S., and within 1.5 miles of Downtown Miami and the Brickell Financial District.

According to the Miami River Commission, Miami River’s shorelines feature public river walks, nine major parks, five major hotels, over 11,910 new residential units, 25 restaurants and over a dozen boatyards, marinas and historic sites. There’s also an additional 6,667 approved units, five planned hotels with 1,200 new rooms and 22 planned restaurants in the works.

KAR Properties Locks Down $128 Million Condo Inventory Loan For 2000 Ocean In Hallandale Beach

KAR Properties, led by Shahab Karmely, have closed on a $128 million condo inventory loan for the recently completed 2000 Ocean in Hallandale Beach. Madison Capital Realty provided the loan which will be used to pay off a $103 million construction loan issued by Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance in 2018. 2000 Ocean was completed in December 2021 and closings are set to begin January 14, 2022.

KAR Properties first launched sales for the project in October 2017 with Douglas Elliman Development Marketing before partnering with Edgardo Defortuna’s Fortune International Group to take over sales and marketing in August 2018. The project officially broke ground in November 2018 with Suffolk Construction as the contractor.

2000 Ocean rises 38 stories, providing spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. The boutique condo tower, which is designed by Enrique Norten of TEN Arquitectos with concept design by Kobi Karp Architecture & Interior Design, landscape architecture by Sasaki and interior design by Minotti.

The project features 64 residences, the smallest being a 2,913 SF half floor 3 bedroom and ranging up to 5,832 SF full floor 5 bedroom penthouse residences. 2000 Ocean also features a duplex sky vill which comes complete with a private pool deck. Residences are designed by Minotti and feature expansive flow through floor plans, 10' ceilings, private elevator landings, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom kitchens by Minotti Cucine, Monterrey Marble flooring throughout including terraces, custom stone master bath with Agape floating bathtubs.

Services and amenities include two swimming pools with expansive sunrise and sunset views, direct beach access with private beach, private arial and valet entrance, 24-hour valet and concierge, an oceanfront library with garden views, an oceanside lounge and juice bar, an indoor theater, entertainment room, fitness center and a freestanding spa pavilion complete with treatment rooms, Hammam (steam bath), ice room and yoga room. The lushly landscaped grounds feature curated gardens by Landscape Architect Sasaki Associates. The original design concept architect for the project was Kobi Karp.

Prices at 2000 Ocean ranged from $2.6 million to $4.4 million and penthouses ranged from $8 million to $12 million. Remaining developer units start at $3.1 million and range up to more than $10 million for penthouse residences.

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Jake Paul and Logan Paul Revealed As Purchasers Behind E11EVEN Residences Beyond Penthouses Asking $20.5 Million Each

Jake and Logan Paul have been revealed as the purchasers of two penthouses atop the planned E11EVEN Residences Beyond condo tower in Downtown Miami. Jake Paul and Logan Paul are social media and YouTube personalities who turned into professional boxers. In 2021 Logan Paul faced boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. in an exhibition match. The penthouses are 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom residences that are currently asking $20.5 million each. The penthouses include an outdoor kitchen and plunge pool. It was not revealed how much each paid. Other celebrity buyers include WNBA star Candace Parker, ESPN co-host Sage Steele and MMA fighter Luke Rockhold.

E11EVEN Residences Beyond is being developed by E11EVEN Partners and PMG. Rising 65 stories, E11EVEN Residences Beyond offers a highly exclusive, "members only" experience designed to cater to high profile buyers who seek the VIP, entertainment-driven lifestyle of E11EVEN Hotel & Residences and the privacy of a private condominium. Units range from 318-square-foot studios to 993-square-foot two-bedrooms, as well as a presidential collection ranging from 1,167 to 2,762 square feet and penthouses starting at 2,213 square feet, totaling 461 luxury residences.

Designed by Sieger Suarez Architects, E11EVEN Residences Beyond boasts private amenities available only to residents in the tower. They include a helipad, a resort-like sun lounge deck with 93-foot pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center and fully staffed executive office suites. E11EVEN Residences Beyond buyers will also have access to the first tower’s amenities, including the Chopra Spa & Studio, day club, beach club, gourmet food hall, and sports lounge. A private, access-controlled walkway bridge will provide residents direct entry. Owners will also enjoy exclusive access to E11EVEN Residences Beyond Members Social Club.

Starting in the mid $300,000, or the equivalent cryptocurrency rate, all interiors and residences are fully furnished and finished by award-winning design firm AvroKO. Each features custom imported ITALKRAFT millwork and cabinetry, including fully-integrated kitchens and bathrooms with custom countertops and backsplashes and fully built-out closets in the master bedrooms featuring all shelving and drawers pre-installed for absolute convenience. Subzero and Wolf appliances and finishes and flooring selections curated by AvroKO ensure that each residence offers supreme form and function. PMG's smart home technology system will offer unprecedented efficiency through seamless personalization with the touch of a button that includes integrated audio, video and lighting systems.

Penthouse and presidential collection residences feature expansive outdoor terraces with top-level audio systems, towering 8-foot interior doors, upgraded custom ITALKRAFT kitchens with marble countertops and Sub-Zero wine storage, a midnight bar in each master suite, motorized roller shades, and expansive views of the Miami skyline, Biscayne Bay and Atlantic Ocean. Owners of these exclusive units enjoy access to the building through a private lobby entrance.

Taking luxury and style to even greater heights, the penthouses feature fully finished & custom interior layouts to be selected under one-on-one consultation with PMG’s in-house interior architectural design team and include marble flooring throughout the interiors and floor-to-ceiling impact-resistant windows.

PMG Residential is the sales team for the project, led by Raquel Kaufman alongside team members Pablo Rodriguez, Reiner Perez, Adam Freeman, Liza Hernandez and Lauren Negrin.

The first phase of the project comprises 375 turnkey residences. Each unit comes equipped with fully-integrated “smart building” features and 24/11-style amenities, including celebrity-chef dining experiences throughout the property, a casino-style sports lounge, an E11EVEN Members rooftop experience, and a world-class Chopra Spa & Studio wellness center curated by Dr. Deepak Chopra. E11EVEN Hotel & Residences Miami is a lifestyle experience and destination, the first of its kind in the United States. Completion is expected for the first tower in 2023.

E11EVEN Partners is led by Michael Simkins, Marc Roberts, and Dennis DeGori, who own the neighboring E11EVEN Nightclub. PMG is led by Managing Partners Ryan Shear and Kevin Maloney.

E11EVEN Hotel & Residences and E11EVEN Residences Beyond are two of the first pre-construction condos to accept cryptocurrency as a deposit through a first-time-ever real estate partnership with FTX, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange.

E11EVEN Hotel & Residences is located at 29 NE 11th Street and E11EVEN Residences Beyond will be located on the same block at 90 NE 11th Street.

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Royal Palm Companies Locks Down 3rd Largest Construction Loan In Florida History For Legacy Hotel & Residences

Royal Palm Companies, led by Dan Kodsi, has locked down a $340 million construction loan from the New York-based Silverstein Capital Partners for the sold-out Legacy Hotel & Residences in Miami Worldcenter in Downtown Miami. Legacy Hotel & Residences broke ground on August 19, 2021. The loan is Silverstein Capital Partner’s first financing deal in South Florida and represents the third largest construction loan in Florida history, following the The Estates at Acqualina’s $558 million in financing and Five Park’s $345 million in financing.

Silverstein Capital Partners is the lending arm of Silverstein Properties, who owns, develops and operates a $10 billion portfolio of high-quality assets including office, residential, hotel, retail and mixed-use properties. Silverstein Properties is known for the redevelopment of the World Trade Center in Manhattan following 9/11.

Legacy Hotel & Residences is located in one of the U.S.’s most ambitious and largest private master-planned communities, Miami Worldcenter (MWC), spanning 27-acres in Downtown Miami. The Kobi Karp-designed tower will sit on 1.3 acres, 60,000 SF, and will feature 310 sold-out branded residences which sit atop a 219-room hotel, which will be managed and operated by Accor under The Morgan’s Originals Portfolio, and a Blue Zones Center medical and well-being center.

Royal Palm Companies broke ground on Legacy Hotel & Residences on August 19, 2021. RPC and OneWorld Properties, led by Peggy Olin announced a $160 million sellout of its 310 residences in May 2021, just 12 months after launching sales.

The Blue Zones Center is a joint venture with Adventist Health and Blue Zones to operate Legacy’s $100 million, 10-floor medical and well-being center in Miami, making Downtown Miami home to the world’s first Blue Zones Center. The JV is one of the largest commercial leases to be executed in Downtown Miami’s history. The facility is expected to become the most technology advanced health and well-being facility in the world, according to Adventist Health.

The center will offer teams of physicians and practitioners, an onsite lab, pharmacy, full AI-powered diagnostic center and rooms outfitted with medical gas and ventilator capabilities, allowing the hotel to remain operational during future pandemics. All aspects of the 50-floor tower, from the hotel rooms and residences to the five restaurants, to the design and programming, will follow Blue Zones methods and guidelines to living long and happy lives.

The luxury skyscraper will also host ground-floor retail, downtown’s largest pool deck set on one acre, the city’s first enclosed seven-floor rooftop atrium with a restaurant bar and lounge, the city’s first Singapore-inspired cantilevered pool soaring 500 feet in the sky, and a members-only international business lounge.

Legacy’s MICROLUXE® residences range from 350 SF to 850 SF with studios to two-bedroom units, offering the functionality of a micro-style home with the high-quality design and superior finishes of an elite condominium.

JDS Development Completes Phase 1 Of Site Work At 1 Southside Park in Brickell

JDS Development Group, led by Michael Stern, has completed the first phase of site work at 1 Southside Park, a new world-class mixed-use luxury tower in the heart of Brickell. The developer has completed soil mixing on a portion of the site and has moved onto soil mixing at another site on the assemblage. They have also completed a temporary parking lot and the tower is now fully permitted. When complete the tower will rise 64-stories, 773’.

1 Southside Park designed by SHoP Architects, ODP Architecture and Design as well as James Corner Field Operations. The mixed-use project is a redevelopment of an existing fire station at 1105-1133 SW 2nd Ave. 1 Southside Park will rise 64-stories and span 2.48 million square feet of total development. The project will feature 1,195 multifamily units, 200 hotel rooms, 5,120 square feet of event space, 165,000 square feet of office, 99,824 square feet of health and wellness, 23,312 square feet of restaurant space, a 1,417 square foot fast food restaurant space, 1,000 parking spaces and a 32,000 square foot fire station. In exchange for increased development the density of the project, JDS Development will pay for improvements to Southside Park as well as included the new fire station in the project.

The residential units will be operated as apartment rentals and Barry Sternlicht’s Treehouse Hotels will operate the hotel component which will be known as Treehouse Brickell. The hotel component is being designed in collaboration with Rockwell Group with a focus on sustainability by implementing a wide range of energy, water, and environmental design strategies. Treehouse Brickell will minimize the hotel's environmental impact and provide a lower carbon footprint aided by features such as rainwater harvesting and reuse, low-carbon energy materials, electric-car-recharging stations, and bike parking. 1 Southside Park is expected to be completed in 2025.

Aston Martin Residences At 300 Biscayne Way Tops Out As Tallest Residential Building South of NYC

Aston Martin Lagonda, developer G&G Business Developments and general contractor Coastal Construction have topped out Aston Martin Residences at 300 Biscayne Boulevard Way in Downtown Miami. The luxury residential tower now reaches the 66th and final residential floor and has taken its place in the aspirational Miami skyline as the tallest residential tower South of New York. Built on one of the last parcels of developable land on the Downtown Miami waterfront, Aston Martin Residences offers 391 luxury condominiums and penthouses with spectacular panoramic vistas of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Aston Martin Residences Miami is on track to be completed at the end of next year and is nearly 80% sold.

“When we acquired the land, our vision was to build a new landmark, a love letter to Miami and a new benchmark in ultra-luxury living. I’m delighted that the reality is even more magnificent than the vision. To see the Aston Martin Residences reach the top floor fills me with pride. The whole team has worked tirelessly to ensure we are on time, and the craftsmanship is exquisite. Every detail has been carefully considered to translate Aston Martin’s iconic and timeless design language into the ultimate luxury residential development.” Said Germán Coto, CEO of G&G Business Developments

“This is a wonderful moment in the development of Aston Martin’s first-ever real estate partnership. It is one thing to look at the structure as drawings and models but to see this magnificent tower reach its full height is incredible. This collaboration has given Aston Martin the opportunity to define ultra-luxury in the residential space with unique and exclusive designs, exquisite materials and detailed craftsmanship, always with an eye on the balance between beauty and performance.” Said Marek Reichman, EVP & Chief Creative Officer, Aston Martin Lagonda.

Aston Martin Residences features over 42,000 square feet of carefully considered sky amenities. Located across four floors near the top of the majestic tower, every resident will enjoy incredible panoramic views while experiencing a suite of wellness activities designed for mind, body, and soul. A private superyacht marina, permanent art gallery and a 24/7 butler service complete the Aston Martin Art of Living at this one-of-a-kind property.

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The Estate Companies and PTM Partners Complete Soleste Grand Central Miami's First Large-Scale Opportunity Zone Development

Co-developers The Estate Companies (EIG) and PTM Partners (PTM) have announced the completion Soleste Grand Central. The highly anticipated eight-story, 360-unit rental development at 218 NW 8th St. brings a new standard of living to the Overtown district and is the first large-scale ground-up opportunity zone development to be delivered in Miami-Dade County.

“This is an exceptional milestone for our two firms and for Miami, adding yet another layer to the city’s ascendancy,” stated Robert Suris, managing principal, The Estate Companies. “Miami is one of the greatest cities in the world, and we are thrilled to deliver our distinguished Soleste brand to the Southeast Overtown Park West district. Soleste Grand Central delivers a new standard of luxury rental properties in the area and we are delighted to welcome the community to experience this beautiful property.”

“Over the past two years, the growth in population and industry base in Miami has outpaced any other destination in the U.S., and Overtown, with its rich cultural offerings, central location and proximity to public transit is one of the most exciting submarkets in the City,” added Michael Tillman, CEO and CIO, PTM Partners. “By combining PTM and The Estate Companies’ deep knowledge and expertise in multifamily development, we have been able to deliver on our impact investment focus and develop a Class-A product at a price point that is accessible to renters who have been priced out of many other recent new Class-A developments in Miami. The completion of Soleste Grand Central is a testament to the continued growth in this neighborhood.”

The contemporary-style building was designed by Caymares Martin with interiors by ASG Interior Design. Soleste Grand Central boasts nearly an acre of unparalleled indoor and outdoor amenity space for tenants to enjoy. The fourth floor features 20,000 square feet of amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center with virtual trainers, dedicated yoga and Pilates room, and areas for high intensity interval training programs. Post-workout, residents can enjoy the resort-style pool deck or indulge at the spa with relaxation rooms, sauna and massage therapy rooms. The indoor club room offers billiards, shuffleboard, a large communal living room and viewing area that can be modified for intimate or large group events. For a peaceful retreat, a relaxing drink, or outdoor movie viewing, the ninth floor deck provides open lounge areas and summer kitchens. The dramatic two-story marble-clad, hotel-inspired lobby offers a professionally programmed co-working space for residents, communal seating areas surrounded by indoor foliage, and a cafe with flexibility for event use.

Apartments range in size from approximately 442 to 1,082 square feet. Studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom units are outfitted with sleek, modern kitchens with custom cabinets, quartz countertops and designer lighting. Residences include dual master suites, spacious walk-in closets, private balconies and a full-size washer and dryer.

Nearly 20 percent of units have been reserved for workforce housing with the remaining units offered at market rate.

Soleste Grand Central is a transit-oriented development. In addition to its close proximity to the Virgin MiamiCentral Station, the community is also near the Metrorail, Metromover, bus lines and soon, the Tri-Rail commuter rail. The project is ideally situated adjacent to I-95, the multi-billion-dollar Miami World Center and the Downtown Miami office corridor.

The Southeast Overtown Park West district and the surrounding area is in the midst of revitalization. Marcus Samuelson’s popular Red Rooster continues to generate buzz. Blackstone Group recently acquired two office buildings at Brightline’s MiamiCentral station, marking one of the largest investment sales to close in South Florida this year, and is moving 250 employees into the neighborhood. Make-A-Wish Foundation is building a new nine-story, 35,000 SF office tower in Overtown designed by Arquitectonica, and The Underdeck, a planned 33-acre public park stretching from Overtown to Biscayne Bay underneath the new Signature Bridge is poised to add additional culture, art and beauty to the area.

R&B Realty Group's Kobi Karp-Designed The Gateway at Wynwood Nears Completion Revealing Vibrant Mural

The Gateway at Wynwood, a Class A office building developed by R&B Realty Group and designed by renowned Miami architect Kobi Karp, is nearing completion. The long-awaited exterior garage cladding, which depicts a vibrant mural, has been fully installed just in time for Art Basel next month. Additionally, the rooftop deck has been completed and signage is going up around the building. Located at the intersection of Wynwood and Midtown, the office building, which found inspiration in Wynwood’s innovative spirit and modern vibe, will allow Wynwood's new residents to walk to their offices and shops without having to get in their cars. Wynwood, which used to be home to neglected warehouses, is seeing a construction boom of condos and apartments and, now, office buildings as well.

The Gateway at Wynwood will offer about 195,000 SF of leasable Class A office space and nearly 25,900 SF of prime street-level retail space. Kobi Karp designed the environmentally responsible building with flexible floorplans, a private rooftop terrace, gym, unique bay window system, 24/7 on-site security, vibrant exterior cladding, and 2:1,000 on-site covered parking. This summer, R&B Realty Group announced the building's first office lease signed with biotech company Veru Inc. The eight-year, 12,155-square-foot lease will serve as the company's global headquarters and triple Veru's current office space.

Wynwood has developed into a new office submarket in Miami, creating competition for more established office markets such as Downtown Miami, Brickell, Aventura and Coral Gables. Several big-name companies have made Wynwood their home, such as Spotify, Live Nation, Veru and Founders Fund. New zoning has also attracted many multifamily developers such as Related Group, Lennar, Fisher Brothers, and AMLI Residential, who recently broke ground on one of the largest mixed-use multifamily developments to ever break ground in Wynwood.