Osteria Morini Miami Beach Opens In Finvarb Group's Recently Opened Kimpton Palomar South Beach

Award-winning New York-based Altamarea Group, the global hospitality company behind Michelin star-rated Marea and Ai Fiori, as well as Osteria Morini and Nicoletta brands, has officially opened Osteria Morini Miami Beach. The restaurant is located within the Kimpton Palomar South Beach, with a separate, waterside entrance along the Collins Canal on Alton Road. Conveniently nestled between the Sunset Harbour and West Avenue neighborhoods, Morini aims to appeal to locals in the Miami Beach community. Morini Miami Beach joins locations in New York City, Long Island, New Jersey and Washington, D.C.

“After a long search, we found the right balance of neighborhood, community and Miami vibe in this location, and we’re thrilled to finally open the doors of Osteria Morini Miami Beach,” said Ahmass Fakahany, Altamarea Group founder and CEO. “Morini is your year-round neighborhood restaurant, and we were very selective about choosing a location that appeals to residents while still catering to visitors and hotel guests. Our clientele spans the globe, and recently, many have moved south or visit often. They know they can count on Morini, and we look forward to introducing our quality and vibrant style of dining to those we haven't met yet.”

Altamarea Group partnered with Finvarb Group, the owner and developer of the Kimpton Palomar South Beach, to bring Osteria Morini Miami Beach to fruition.

“We're confident that through Kimpton's collaboration with Altamarea Group, along with our collective expertise in the South Florida market, we'll be able to create an amazing experience for hotel guests and Miami locals alike,” said Ronny Finvarb, principal of Finvarb Group.

Led by Corporate Executive Chef Bill Dorrler, who has launched all Morini restaurants, and Altamarea veteran Chef de Cuisine Julio Cesar Ramos, the menu highlights the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of Northern Italy's Emilia-Romagna region with authentic, high-quality dishes in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

"We’re bringing many of Morini’s trusted favorites to Miami, and we’re excited to adapt part of our menu to align with the local vibe and Miami lifestyle with some new, lighter options as well," said Altamarea Group Corporate Executive Chef Bill Dorrler. "This is my fifth Morini opening, and Chef Ramos and I are particularly looking forward to incorporating Miami flavors and products – think locally caught seafood and the freshest Florida produce – creating the perfect balance of cuisine and cocktails."

Designed by New York City-based nusla design, the 3,700 square-foot space has an intrinsically ‘Miami-meets-New York’ feel that combines the rustic design of an Italian farmhouse with clean lines and floor-to-ceiling windows spanning the yacht-shaped building. The buildout features modern elements with red brick and wood to clad the walls and ceiling, and Morini’s trademark floating Italian Murano glass-domed lights that dot the dining room, creating a soft amber glow. The dining room has seating for 100, bar seating for 15 and al fresco dining on the canal-front patio space for 45. Private dining with seating for up to 20 is also available.

RFR Holding And Tricap Partnership Acquire 12 Units At W South Beach For $10.78 Million

A partnership between Aby Rosen and Michael Fuchs’ RFR Holding and David Edelstein’s Tricap, who also co-developed W South Beach, have closed on the purchase of 12 units at the iconic beachfront condo-hotel for $10.78 million. The acquisition was financed with a $6.9 million loan from Citibank and Deutsche Bank and brings the partnership’s holdings to 225 units at the condo-hotel and plans to roll the newly acquired units into the hotel program.

The seller was a group of entities tied to Ralph and Joseph Nakash who initially purchased the units in 2014/ 2015 for roughly $9.85 million. The Nakash family are the owners of Jordache Enterprises which owns the Versace Mansion and Setai Miami Beach Hotel.

The deal was in the spotlight in the summer of 2020 after the RFR and Tricap partnership nearly did not close on the units during the COVID-19 pandemic and sued for their deposit back. The dispute was reportedly solved amicably.

The 20-story, 408-key W South Beach was developed in 2009 and just underwent an eight-month, $30 million renovation. W South Beach is located at 2201 Collins Ave.

PPG Development Acquires TRYP by Wyndham Miami Bay Harbor Hotel For $30 Million

PPG Development, led by Ari Pearl, has acquired TRYP by Wyndham Miami Bay Harbor Hotel for $30 million, roughly $312,500 per key. The acquisition was financed by a $26 million short-term mortgage provided by Arbor Realty SR. TRYP by Wyndham Miami Bay Harbor Hotel is located in the Bay Harbor Islands at 9540 W Bay Harbor Drive. The waterfront hotel was completed in 2018 and features 96 rooms spread over seven-stories totaling 111,063 square feet. The hotel also features a rooftop pool, bar, ground-floor restaurant, meeting room and fitness center.

The TRYP by Wyndham Miami Bay Harbor Hotel previously faced $25 million foreclosure lawsuit but the case was ultimately dismissed and the mortgage was satisfied.

Tech-Enabled Business Travel Firm 'Mint House' Expands To Downtown Miami

At a time when major operators business travel short-term lease extended stay operators such as Lyric and Stay Alfred are shuttering, Mint House, a tech-enabled hotel company for high-end business travelers, is continuing to rapidly expand despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Mint House recently expanded their Miami operation with the addition of a second location in Downtown Miami, Mint House at Muze at Met.  

Mint House at Muze at Met opened on January 13 after the firm acquired 22 units from previous operator Lyric. The acquisition was driven by a high demand of northeasterners looking to escape the cold and corporate travelers across the U.S. having the ability to work remotely. The brand’s first Miami location, Mint House at Caoba posted solid numbers for December 2020 with 91% occupancy and so far has seen 85% occupancy during January 2021. 

Those staying at Mint House at Muze at Met are greeted with the brand’s signature self-sufficient living elements like contactless check in/check out, keyless entry, customized groceries waiting in the refrigerator upon arrival, laundry in unit, and functional at-home working spaces.

Muze at Met was developed by ZOM Living in 2019 and is located at 340 SE 3rd St. Miami.

E11EVEN Partners And PMG Reveal The 65-Story E11EVEN Hotel & Residences in Downtown Miami

E11EVEN Partners and Property Markets Group (PMG) have launched E11EVEN Hotel & Residences in Downtown Miami’s Park West neighborhood. The project will rise 65-stories and is located at 29 NE 11th Street. 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. The project is expected to break ground in late summer 2021.

E11EVEN Hotel & Residences is designed by Sieger Suarez with interiors by AvroKo. The project will feature 375 fully furnished condo-hotel units which range in size from studio to two-bedroom floor plans; in addition, there will also be a Penthouse Collection complete with two Presidential Suites which will each feature a private indoor pool. Units will come equipped with a contemporary lighting package, including recessed lighting, dimmers, and lighting control; an LED (or water-based) fireplace in the living room; built-inwasher and dryer; and a signature Home Essentials Package, which will include silverware, glassware, linens, sheets, and towels.

Buyers will be able to either choose to live in their unit or put the unit into a hotel program. Sales are being overseen in-house with pricing starting at $385,000.

E11EVEN Hotel & Residences also features a full-suite of turbocharged amenities including a members-only rooftop pool, bar and restaurant dubbed Level 65; a Deepak Chopra-designed spa with meditation room and yoga studio; gourmet food hall; state-of-the-art fitness center; an 8,000 square foot sports lounge; living room lounge with music studio, and an 11th floor 20,000 square foot multi-level E11EVEN Day Club and Pool which will feature cabanas, plunge pools and a 2,000 square foot resort-style pool. Guests will also have access to transportation to and from the E11EVEN Beach Club which will be located on the beach in South Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood.

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The Kobi Karp-Designed Four Seasons Hotel And Private Residences Fort Lauderdale Tops Off Over 70% Sold

Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Fort Lauderdale has officially topped off, with the tower reaching its full height of 22 stories. Developed by prominent Miami-based development firm Fort Partners, Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale offers a combination of five-star service, luxurious design and homes with unobstructed waterfront views. The project is currently more than 70% sold and is slated to open later this year.

“Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale is a significant development for Fort Partners and Fort Lauderdale as it redefines this city as an international luxury destination,” said Ramzi Achi, Principal of Fort Partners. “Watching the building achieve its full height has been incredibly exciting and we look forward to seeing its elegant and contemporary design come to life as we approach completion later this year.”

Construction on Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale is being handled by Coastal Construction, one of the Southeast’s preeminent construction companies, and overseen by premier national construction management company Lehrer Cumming.

“It is a privilege to once again work with Fort Partners and bring to life this transformative tower, which is setting a new benchmark for luxury living in Fort Lauderdale,” said Thomas P. Murphy, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Coastal Construction.

A team of lauded global visionaries is bringing the development to life, including London-based interior designer Tara Bernerd, hospitality designer Martin Brudnizki, Miami-based architect Kobi Karp and Miami based landscape architect Fernando Wong. In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Fernando Wong is offering complimentary landscaping services for the development’s residences, making his esteemed talents readily available at a time when private outdoor space is the most important home feature for luxury buyers.

Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale will include 148 guest rooms and 83 residences ranging from one- to four-bedrooms, with each residence offering expansive living spaces, large private terraces and unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. Amenities and à-la-carte services managed by Four Seasons, include a state-of-the-art fitness center, two pools with luxury cabanas, beach butler service, signature Four Seasons spa, yachting services and special courtesies at Fort Partners’ premier portfolio throughout South Florida and the Caribbean. Pets will have their very own pet concierge and on-call veterinarian.

Pricing for two-to four-bedroom private residences starts at $3,595,000 and occupancy will begin later this year. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing exclusively overseeing sales and marketing for the project.

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Aman Miami Wins Approval For Versailles Hotel Restoration In Miami Beach’s Faena District

The Miami Beach Historical Preservation Board approved the Aman Miami development by OKO Group’s plan for the restoration of the historic Versailles Hotel. This a big step forward for the art deco building in Miami Beach’s Faena District. Aman Miami will consists of 56 hotel rooms within the restored Versailles Hotel along with 23 boutique residences located in a new tower next door. The residences in the new tower will be designed by Kengo Kuma with the HP board vote of the proposed residential tower design coming up in February. Once the design is approved OKO Group can proceed with permits and construction.

The vote to approve OKO Group’s plan for restoration of the Versailles Hotel was supported by community members including Craig Robins of Dacra, Wendy Kallergis of the Greater Miami and Beaches Hotel Association, Tom Stern the Faena House Board President, and more. OKO Group also released a statement reacting to the vote:

“We appreciate that the Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board took time to understand how our vision for Aman Miami will benefit the Faena District and preserve the iconic Versailles Hotel while contributing to the local economy and elevating Miami Beach’s status as a global destination. The board’s favorable vote is consistent with the widespread support that Aman Miami has earned in the neighborhood and the Miami Beach community.

The development of Aman Miami will infuse the City with hundreds of millions of dollars in private investment, resulting in more than 400 new jobs for the community and millions of dollars in new property and resort tax revenues each year. Aman has a proud history of delivering high-end, low-impact properties which are respectful of their physical surroundings and the history and culture of their communities – including 13 resorts bordering UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

We will continue this tradition in Miami Beach as we restore the Versailles Hotel to greatness. We thank the members of the Historic Preservation Board for supporting what will surely become the most preeminent hotel and residential development in Miami Beach.”

Quadrum Global Breaks Ground On The NBWW-Designed Arlo Wynwood Hotel

Arlo Wynwood has become the first hotel in Wynwood to break ground. The project is expected to cost $29.6 million and construction will be overseen by Plaza Construction. When complete the hotel will feature 217 pod-style hotel rooms and rise 9-stories with 141,758 square feet of total development. Arlo Wynwood is designed by Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates Architects (NBWW) and is located at 2217 & 2233 Northwest Miami Court. The boutique hotel, which is being developed by Quadrum Global, will offer “pod” style micro-rooms along with featuring a fitness center, yoga deck, valet parking, restaurants, bars and an urban event venue. The interior of the building will feature a landscaped courtyard as well as an outdoor gallery for large art displays and an amphitheater. The building will feature finishes including exposed concrete and structural metal beams along with wood and glass with tropical landscaping. Quadrum Global initially purchased the 30,000 SF lot for $8.55 million in November 2018.

Mondrian South Beach Celebrates Reopening Revealing $20 Million Renovation And Baia Beach Club

The Mondrian South Beach has reopened, revealing its $20 million renovation and Baia Beach Club. The 220-room hotel, which is located at 1100 West Ave. in Miami Beach, recently completed a complete renovation including lobby, pool area, gym, spa, restaurant, event space, common areas and guest rooms. The renovation was designed by Peter Oleck and Danny Cubes of OS Design Group. The Mondrian South Beach also revealed the Baia Beach Club, a members-only club located within the hotel which is overseen by LDV Hospitality. Baia Beach Club offers a new dining concept, multiple areas for dining and entertainment throughout, seaside cabanas and pavilions, boat dockage, access to a full-service wellness facility, a fitness center, curated programming, and exclusive member-only events.

“Since partnering with Russell Galbut, I knew this property deserved a complete makeover. As the audience of the hotel grows up, so should the property. Whether visiting as a Baia Beach Club member, dining at our bayfront restaurant or staying in one of our new guest rooms, Mondrian South Beach will be a new and exciting experience for all,” said Mondrian South Beach co-owner Michael Liebowitz, CEO and founder of Harbor Group Consulting.

The Mondrian South Beach was originally designed by Marcel Wanders and first opened in 2008. In December 2019 Michael Liebowitz acquired 50% of co-owner Russell Galbut’s stake in the hotel for an undisclosed amount.

Mondrian South Beach is one of five hotels worldwide carrying the Mondrian name, which as launched in 1996 by SBE. Other Mondrian hotels currently include Los Angeles, New York, Doha and Seoul, with future locations opening in Bordeaux and Cannes in 2021. In November 2020 Sam Nazarian’s sold the remainder of his 50% stake in SBE Entertainment Group to the Paris-based Accor, who had previously acquired an initial 50% stake in the company in 2018. The acquisition included a $300 million investment from Accor who will take ownership of all hotel operations including Mondrian, SLS and Delano hotel brands. Nazarian will focus on food and beverage operations through SBE’s Disruptive Restaurant Group.

The Tampa EDITION Launches Sales Center At Water Street Tampa

The Residences at The Tampa EDITION have recently launched sales for the city’s first five-star hotel-brand inside Water Street Tampa. The project was developed by Tampa-based firm Strategic Property Partners. The new sales gallery opening will allow buyers to view residences’ interiors and layouts first-hand for the 37 residences featured in the building. The Tampa EDITION will be the third EDITION Residences offered around the World. 

"We are thrilled to introduce this unmatched residential offering to Tampa,” said Bob Glaser, CEO and President of Smith & Associates, the brokerage responsible for residential sales at The Tampa EDITION. “Serviced by the world-renowned EDITION brand and providing immediate access to the best shopping, dining and cultural institutions the city has to offer, The Residences at The Tampa EDITION are unlike any other product in the history of Tampa. It’s gratifying to see such an incredible response from the market, as well as the enthusiasm from our buyers who recognize how special these homes are.” 

The Tampa EDITION features luxury condos by world-renowned architecture firm Morris Adjmi Architects. Interiors are inspired by AD 100 design firm Roman and Williams. Residences will offer indoor-outdoor living with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors leading to wraparound terraces. Residences will also have access to private amenities and residential services programmed by The EDITION. Amenities include a residents-only fitness center, social kitchen and lounge, private residential lobby access, private residents’ elevators and a residential Lifestyle Manager. Residents will also be able to enjoy EDITION Hotel benefits including a rooftop terrace, pool, and priority access to reservations at the restaurants. Residences will begin on the 10th floor situated above the 172-key EDITION Hotel. The building will have views of Hillsborough Bay and Downtown Tampa. 

The Tampa EDITION is located in the neighborhood connecting Tampa’s central business district with its waterfront. Construction is well underway and the first contracts for The Residences are already being signed. Pricing for available residences starts at $2 million. Smith & Associates will be the exclusive sales agent representing The Residences at the Tampa EDITION.