Sales Eclipse $100 Million at Terra's Botaniko Weston Luxury Home Community Designed By Chad Oppenheim and Roney J. Mateu
Sales have eclipsed $100 million at Terra’s currently under construction project Botaniko Weston, a 125 single-family home residential community. Set on 121 acres bordering the Florida Everglades, Botaniko marks the first luxury community to be developed in the exclusive suburban West Broward County neighborhood of Weston in over a decade.
Sales have eclipsed $100 million at Terra’s currently under construction project Botaniko Weston, a 125 single-family home residential community. Set on 121 acres bordering the Florida Everglades, Botaniko marks the first luxury community to be developed in the exclusive suburban West Broward County neighborhood of Weston in over a decade. Approximately 85% of the development’s first phase has been pre-sold, with about 40 homes currently under construction and set to begin delivering early this year (2018). Terra has enlisted an award-winning team to implement its design vision for Botaniko. Architects Chad Oppenheim and Roney J. Mateu, both FAIA fellows, have collaborated to create home designs inspired by the South Florida environment and outdoor lifestyle that can be tailored to residents’ tastes. The one- and two-story homes will feature interiors by V Starr, the design firm led by tennis champ Venus Williams. Outside, Landscape Design Workshop has created an environment of lush green spaces that are as sophisticated and beautiful as they are functional. More than 80 percent of the development’s homes will feature lakefront views, with unique features including expansive private pools, covered patios, and outdoor summer kitchens fitted with grills, ice makers, sinks and refrigerators. Residents will enjoy full-time concierge services, as well as the added measure of security provided by a gate house that is staffed 24-hours a day with security cameras and state-of-the-art closed-circuit television. Homes at Botaniko range from 4 to 7 bedrooms and 3,500 SF to 9,700 SF in size, while pricing ranges between $1.5 million and $3 million. Exclusive sales and marketing for the project are being co-managed by Terra Realty and Compass Development.
“Botaniko offers buyers a rare combination of cutting-edge contemporary design and the quality of life benefits that come from living in a tight-knit community like Weston,” says David Martin, president of Terra. “Unlike anything Broward has seen before, Botaniko will feature design-driven homes surrounded by luxurious amenities and natural landscapes – all within close proximity to some of the country’s best schools, parks, shopping and dining destinations. As Weston’s first newly-developed master-planned community in years, we’re creating new opportunities for families to call one of South Florida’s most desirable neighborhoods home.”
“Our buyer demographics at Botaniko are diverse,” says Andres Marquez, director of sales at Terra Realty. “On the international front, we’re seeing buyers from Latin America and Canada who are looking for the kind of sophisticated, family-oriented lifestyle that Weston offers.”
“In addition to an influx of local South Florida families, we are seeing a lot of interest from domestic buyers in the New England and New York areas,” adds Philip Freedman, managing director of Compass Development. “They’re attracted by Florida’s tax benefits as well as Botaniko’s inviting price points – which are about a third the price of homes of this size and caliber in the Northeast.
Weston is ranked number 8 on Money Magazine’s list of Top 10 Best Places to Live in America, offering residents access to more than 100 acres of meticulously maintained public parks and recreational facilities, A-rated schools, a wide variety of year-round cultural and community events, and a walkable town center featuring high-end shopping, dining and nightlife. Downtown Fort Lauderdale is less than 20 minutes away; Miami is a 30-minute drive south.
Royal Caribbean's Crown of Miami Terminal Designed by Broadway Malyan Tops Out in PortMiami
Royal Caribbean’s new $247 million, Broadway Malyan-designed Terminal A has officially topped out in PortMiami. The 170,000 SF, state-of-the-art terminal will be used for mega-cruise ships Allure of the Seas and Symphony of the Seas, which is expected to debut as the world's largest cruise ship in November 2018.
Royal Caribbean’s new $247 million, Broadway Malyan-designed Terminal A has officially topped out in PortMiami. The 170,000 SF, state-of-the-art terminal will be used for mega-cruise ships Allure of the Seas and Symphony of the Seas, which is expected to debut as the world's largest cruise ship in November 2018. Allure of the Seas has previously also been the world's largest cruise ship. Suffolk was the general contractor on the project which has been named Crown of Miami after its unique crown-like shape. The terminal is expected to welcome its first passengers in October 2018.
Zaha Hadid's Futuristic One Thousand Museum Tops Off On Museum Park in Downtown Miami
The American Flag has officially been raised high above Downtown Miami's Museum Park as the Zaha Hadidi-designed One Thousand Museum has officially topped out after 1,156 days as reported by ODP Architects. The milestone comes just as the tower will be featured on the PBS series Impossible Builds on February 7.
The American Flag has officially been raised high above Downtown Miami's Museum Park as the Zaha Hadidi-designed One Thousand Museum has officially topped out after 1,156 days as reported by ODP Architects. The milestone comes just as the tower will be featured on the PBS series Impossible Builds on February 7. The 62-story One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects is on track for delivery in 2018. The building is Zaha Hadid's first residential skyscraper in the western hemisphere and is being developed by Louis Birdman, Gregg Covin, Kevin Venger and the Regalia Group with Plaza Construction as the general contractor. One Thousand Museum's design features an exoskeleton design which acts as the buildings structural support. This allows the developer to remove columns from the units, creating expansive glass views of Biscayne Bay. The tower will feature only 83 units ranging from $5.5 million to over $20 million and 4,600 SF to over 10,000 SF. Amenities will include Miami's only private rooftop helipad, state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, two pools, indoor aquatic center, and a sky lounge.
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Super Bowl Champion Jonathan Vilma Sells Tahiti Beach Island Estate For $14.375 Million
Super Bowl champion linebacker Jonathan Vilma has sold his Tahiti Beach Island Road estate for a cool $14,375,000. Located at 17 Tahiti Beach Island road and built in 2017, the contemporary waterfront home features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms spread over 8,000 SF in one of Miami's most exclusive gated communities which features only 29 residences.
Super Bowl champion linebacker Jonathan Vilma has sold his Tahiti Beach Island Road estate for a cool $14,375,000. Located at 17 Tahiti Beach Island Road and built in 2017, the contemporary waterfront home features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms spread over 8,000 SF in one of Miami's most exclusive gated communities which features only 29 residences. The estate features top of the line workmanship and finishes including 12' ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass, elevator, light wood kitchen cabinetry, office with leather tile flooring, theatre room, and 3 car garage. Outside features 161' of waterfront with a private dock, as well as an Asian inspired partially covered pool & waterfall leading to breezeway with unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay & Downtown Miami's skyline. Chad Carroll of Douglas Elliman represented Vilma while the buyer, who is local, was represented by Christopher Tien of 305 Realty. Vilma, who is currently a college football commentator and studio analyst for ESPN, played college football at University of Miami before being drafted in 2004 by the New York Jets and going on to win the Super Bowl with the New Orleans Saints.
3 MiamiCentral Completed & Welcomes Brightline, The Project’s First Office Tenant
Florida East Coast Industries has announced the completion of 3 MiamiCentral, its first mixed-use tower at MiamiCentral and has welcomed its first office tenant, Brightline. Brightline, the nation’s only privately funded inter-city, express passenger rail service, officially moved its corporate headquarters to 3 MiamiCentral
Florida East Coast Industries has announced the completion of 3 MiamiCentral, its first mixed-use tower at MiamiCentral and has welcomed its first office tenant, Brightline. Brightline, the nation’s only privately funded inter-city, express passenger rail service, officially moved its corporate headquarters to 3 MiamiCentral; additionally, HNTB, a nationally recognized infrastructure solutions firm, recently signed a lease for its Miami office. 3 MiamiCentral rises 12-stories and features 96,000 SF of rentable Class A Office Space, 35,000 SF of rentable ground level retail space and is adjacent to the MiamiCentral transit station and Two MiamiCentral. 3 MiamiCentral a seven-story parking garage to supply ample parking for Brightline guests, visitors and office tenants. Brightline’s lease encompasses approximately 24,000 SF and HNTB’s lease spans approximately 18,000 SF. Multiple retail spaces make-up the ground floor where Einstein Bros. Bagels and a major grocer. Two MiamiCentral will feature 190,000 SF of Class A Office Space with tenants including Ernst & Young, Cisneros, Moss & Associates, Venevision International Enterprises, Fortress Investment Group, Florida EAst Coast Industries and Regus. Rental rates at Two MiamiCentral are around $33 to $35 SF triple net; and $29 SF at 3 MiamiCentral
MiamiCentral, the highly anticipated hub for transportation, leisure and business, is a transformational, first-of-its-kind, transit-oriented development, spanning six Downtown Miami city blocks. It serves as the southern terminus for Brightline, the new inter-city, express passenger rail service that opened between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale on January 13. The system will extend to Miami in the coming months and will ultimately connect to the Orlando International Airport. MiamiCentral will also provide connectivity to all forms of transit in Miami-Dade County, including Metromover, Metrorail and soon, Tri-Rail.
“We are excited to have recently relocated Brightline’s new headquarters to 3 MiamiCentral, which is an important component of MiamiCentral and strategically located in Historic Overtown,” said Patrick Goddard, Brightline’s President and Chief Operating Officer. “Downtown Miami continues to transform into a vibrant community, and the addition of this new urban development and passenger rail system will be critical as the city continues to develop.”
“MiamiCentral is set to raise the bar for future office environments and 3 MiamiCentral is the first new standard,” said Daniel Quintana, vice president of development for Florida East Coast Industries. “From the variety of integrated transit options to the desired lifestyle offerings just one elevator ride from the offices, the built-in amenities that come with working at MiamiCentral are truly immeasurable.”
The Ultra-Luxury One River Point To Go Vertical in Early 2019 On The Miami River
One River Point's quest to bring ultra-luxury living to the Miami riverfront will kick into the next stages of construction as the tower is expected to go vertical in early 2019. The twin tower, 800' tall development by KAR Properties’ groundwork with excavation, piles, seawall and foundation are currently underway.
One River Point's quest to bring ultra-luxury living to the Miami riverfront will kick into the next stages of construction as the tower is expected to go vertical in early 2019. The twin tower, 800' tall development by KAR Properties’ groundwork with excavation, piles, seawall and foundation are currently underway. One River Point designed by internationally acclaimed architect Rafael Viñoly and represents developer Shahab Karmely’s desire to introduce world-class architecture, international design, and luxe resort-like amenities to urban waterfront living in the heart of Miami. One River Point will feature approximately 380 bespoke residences, ceiling heights of 10' to 12', expansive open layouts with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass walls, honed stone flooring, full slab onyx accent walls, designated art walls with task lighting, state of the art technology, as well as biometric security with face recognition. Additionally, the project will include 12-foot deep glass enclosed outdoor living terraces with sweeping vistas of the Miami River, Biscayne Bay and the city skyline. Residences at One River Point will range from approximately 1,000 SF to 12,000 SF. The crown jewel will be two 14,000 SF “sky villas” at the top of each building priced at $30 million. Set within One River Point’s piece de résistance, a three-story, floating sky bridge will connect the two towers on the top floors where the 50,000 SF Sky Club will be located.
The Herzog & de Meuron's Jade Signature Receives TCO, Begins Closings In Sunny Isles Beach
After a grand countdown to completion that featured the installation of a giant 65,000-pound, 38-year-old kapok tree at the tower's base and the unveiling of “Bonhomme Universe,” the tower's new gemstone snowman by Daniel Knorr, Jade Signature has officially received its temporary certificate of occupancy (TCO) in Sunny Isles Beach.
After a grand countdown to completion that featured the installation of a giant 65,000-pound, 38-year-old kapok tree at the tower's base and the unveiling of “Bonhomme Universe,” the tower's new gemstone snowman by Daniel Knorr, Jade Signature has officially received its temporary certificate of occupancy (TCO) in Sunny Isles Beach. Closings have begun and residents are now slated to begin moving in within the next few weeks (January 30, 2018). Jade Signature was developed under the leadership of husband-and-wife team Edgardo and Ana Cristina Defortuna of Fortune International Group, designed by the Pritzker-Prize winning architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron, in collaboration with Parisian interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR) and landscape architect Raymond Jungles, and financing provided by HSBC. Sales and construction began in 2013. 95% of the 192 residences have been purchased by an array of buyers spanning the U.S., Latin America and Europe. With this initial TCO achieved, the development team expects that the building will be fully completed for its official opening at the end of the first quarter.
“We are so proud to be of delivering this masterpiece to the world,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “Our buyers have long recognized our vision and strength, knowing full-well what the final result will be when a group of industry leaders set out to create something extraordinary.”
“Like the kapok tree’s symbolism of strength and resiliency, and the jewel-adorned, snowman-shaped ‘Bonhomme Universe’ sculpture’s embodiment of Miami’s unique diversity, Jade Signature, as a whole, is a testament to rare artistry and singular design,” Defortuna continued. “This particular project is the pinnacle of the Jade brand’s journey, representing the growth of a legacy and its future admiration by generations to come.”
While the tower is nearly sold out, Jade Signature has a limited selection of residences remaining among the tower’s most luxurious units. Known as “The Collection,” the portfolio is a compilation of two-story Sky Villas and penthouses, ranging from $14.2 million to $32.9 million. The Sky Villas feature flow-through views, expansive terraces, private elevators, smart technology, service quarters and PYR-designed bathroom cabinetry. There are also two, full-floor penthouses with all the features of the sky villa as well as a private pool, gym and 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Water and the Miami skyline. Additional availability includes 3- to 5-bedroom residences, with sizes starting at 3,312 square feet and prices starting at $4.8 million.
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2000 Ocean Designed By Enrique Norten To Break Ground In Early 2018 In Hallandale Beach
2000 Ocean is gearing up to break ground in Hallandale Beach after launching sales in November 2017. The beachfront condo tower is designed by Enrique Norten's TEN Arquitectos and will rise 40 stories, providing spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. The boutique condo tower 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. Pricing starts at $2.8 million.
2000 Ocean is gearing up to break ground in Hallandale Beach after launching sales in November 2017. The beachfront condo tower is designed by Enrique Norten's TEN Arquitectos and will rise 40 stories, providing spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. The boutique condo tower 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. Pricing starts at $2.8 million. 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 project is being developed by KAR Properties and Douglas Elliman Development Marketing are exclusively overseeing sales and marketing. 2000 Ocean is expected to be delivered in 2020.
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Zaha Hadid's One Thousand Museum To Be Featured On PBS' Impossible Builds Feb. 7th As Top Off Approaches
The 62-story One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects, which sits on Museum Park and Biscayne Bay and is on track for delivery in 2018, will be the feature of the February 7th episode of PBS's Impossible Builds as the tower is nearing its official top off.
The 62-story One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects, which sits on Museum Park and Biscayne Bay and is on track for delivery in 2018, will be the feature of the February 7th episode of PBS's Impossible Builds as the tower is nearing its official top off. On January 15 ODP Architects reported that they had reached the top of the last permanent formwork exoskeleton column at 706' and the formwork of the level 60 and 61 amenities was underway. One Thousand Museum is Zaha Hadid's first residential skyscraper in the western hemisphere will be featured in Impossible Builds as the episodes subject of the documentary series’ recurring theme of delving into the making of complex structures throughout the world. Discovery Channel chose the tower due to the intricate engineering of the exoskeleton exterior. Pieces for the exoskeleton are prefabricated off-site and arrive in shipments from Dubai. The outer shell is made-up by close to 5,000 pieces sourced from glass fiber reinforced concrete which form the structural façade. This allows the developer to remove columns from the units, creating expansive glass views of Biscayne Bay. The futuristic luxury tower is being developed by Louis Birdman, Gregg Covin, Kevin Venger and the Regalia Group with Plaza Construction as the general contractor. The tower will feature only 83 units ranging from $5.5 million to over $20 million and 4,600 SF to over 10,000 SF. Amenities will include Miami's only private rooftop helipad, state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, two pools, indoor aquatic center, and a sky lounge.
Auberge Beach Residences & Spa Officially Tops Off in Fort Lauderdale
The Related Group, Fortune International Group, The Fairwinds Group and Moss celebrated the topping out of Auberge Beach Residences & Spa Fort Lauderdale, the two-tower luxury development which is one of the highest-selling condos in Fort Lauderdale with 2 record breaking penthouse sales at $8.9 million and $9.5 million.
The Related Group, Fortune International Group, The Fairwinds Group and Moss celebrated the topping out of Auberge Beach Residences & Spa Fort Lauderdale, the two-tower luxury development which is one of the highest-selling condos in Fort Lauderdale with 2 record breaking penthouse sales at $8.9 million and $9.5 million. Construction of the property’s 23-story South Tower just reached full height, following the top off of the 17-story North Tower in July 2017.
“We are excited to deliver the most attractive and only on-the-sand luxury residential project in all of Fort Lauderdale,” said Patrick Campbell, Vice President at The Related Group. “Auberge has set a new standard of luxury living with its coastal elegant design, unrivaled list of amenities, luxury services and enviable beachfront access.”
“Our family is delighted to bring to Fort Lauderdale a project of unprecedented elegance casual sophistication. We look forward to welcoming the community back to our restaurants and signature spa in late fall” said Andy Mitchell, CEO and President of The Fairwinds Group.
“We are thrilled to be a part of this project, which exemplifies modern beachfront luxury,” said Scott Desharnais, executive vice president of Moss. “We are proud that The Related Group, Fortune International Group and The Fairwinds Group have trusted the quality of our work to bring this concept to life.”
Auberge Beach Residences & Spa features 171 flow-through condominium residences spread over two towers designed by Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates with interiors by Meyer Davis Design Studio. Located at 2200 N. Ocean Boulevard, the development sits directly on the sand with over 450 linear feet of oceanfront. Units range from 1,500 SF one-bedroom to 5,000 SF five bedroom floor plans designed for multigenerational living which all feature private elevator access, gourmet kitchens with stone countertops, sunrise and sunset terraces, and floor-to-ceiling glass for unobstructed ocean views. Amenities include five-star, resort style staff and services; 2 beachfront swimming pools, full-service spa, 2 restaurants, multimedia facilities, resident's lounge club room, billiards, golf simulator and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
A newly completed seven-bedroom waterfront estate at 1155 Belle Meade Island Drive is coming to market with an announced asking price of $43.9 million.