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The Perigon Miami Beach Elevation from the Beach

Introducing Perigon’s Two Story Luxury Penthouse

The Perigon Miami Beach

New developments are popping up everywhere throughout Miami but one of the most opulent new construction towers in Miami Beach stands out from the crowd with the unveiling of its new penthouse at The Perigon.

Penthouse West is a $37 million residence situated over two levels and is the first penthouse to be unveiled at the new condominium project. Four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and expansive living areas are housed in 5,685 square feet of inside space, while an outside sanctuary is made up of an additional 6,487 square feet. The residence, positioned atop the contemporary 17-story tower, also offers magnificent views of the beach, the Atlantic Ocean, and the developing Miami cityscape.

Designer Tara Bernerd, renowned for her ultra-luxury work on single-family houses, yachts, and condo buildings, created the interiors of the building, including the penthouse. She used organic fabrics that go well with the stone, wood, and glass components as well as high-end finishes throughout the entire building.

The 22-foot ceilings in the double-height great room, one of the home’s many remarkable design features and amenities, steal the show. This space, which leads to a wraparound terrace, serves as the residence’s focal point. Here, Bernerd employed materials including Italian walnut, European white oak, and honed white marble with a subdued color scheme. With its high-end highlights and designer touches for occupants who are decor-conscious, the light-filled penthouse has the air of a five-star resort. Additionally, each room has a private terrace area and an en suite bathroom with a luxurious soaking tub.

Penthouse West is known for its indoor-outdoor lifestyle, and in addition to the various outside terraces, there is also a private, manicured rooftop. The landscapes featured in the facilities of the property and the garden in the penthouse were both designed by Gustafson Porter + Bowman, the same company in charge of the landscaping around the Eiffel Tower. The house also boasts a sundeck, a sunken 30-foot infinity pool, a full outdoor summer kitchen, and outdoor dining.

More than 20,000 square feet of amenity space are available to residents of The Perigon, including a breakfast and sunset lounge, a residents-only private restaurant, and a speakeasy run by chef Shaun Hergatt, a veteran of Michelin-starred establishments. Additionally, there is a cabana-equipped oceanfront pool, a terraced fitness center, a private salon, a screening room, a kids’ play area, and a pool room.

Waldorf Astoria Hotel and Residences Miami

Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami Sold the Largest Penthouse in the United States

Waldorf Astoria Miami Residences

The Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami’s 5-star luxury penthouse, which will grow to be the largest in the country and sit atop Miami’s first supertall tower, has been sold for an undisclosed sum. The tallest residential building south of Manhattan will be the five-story, 33,000+ square foot “Mansion in the Sky.”

For the future of real estate in Downtown Miami, the transaction represents a fortunate start. The unidentified client was looking for an upscale residence, and together with the development team, they created what will serve as the pinnacle of the buyer’s individual real estate portfolio as well as the Miami skyline.

Upon completion, this unique penthouse suspended 1,050 feet in the air, will occupy the top five floors of the skyscraper and provide unmatched vistas in every direction. The home will be just under 34,000 square feet in size and have 10 bedrooms, 11 and a half bathrooms, and ceiling heights of up to 25 feet.

A wall-street-style trading room, safe room, billiards area, private movie theater, screening room with two 90-inch theater screens, three wine cellars, full-scale bar, wellness center with cutting-edge equipment, massage rooms, infrared sauna, and a 20-car garage to house the owner’s extensive car collection are just a few of the extravagant amenities it will feature.

The sole usage of the tower’s private roof deck belongs to the mega-penthouse. Three cabanas, a huge pool, a swim-up tiki bar, an outdoor gym, and a multi-use court for racquetball, pickleball, and basketball are all located on the roof. Other features are currently being finished for the owner.

According to the Managing Partner of PMG, “This penthouse sale is an indicator of the strength and tenacity of the luxury real estate market in Miami, and just how special Waldorf Astoria is to buyers and brand enthusiasts. We are confident in the continued momentum at Waldorf Astoria Miami, and know the property will completely elevate the standard of luxury living as we know it.”

Construction on the Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami is expected to begin on October 27, 2022, and end in 2026.

In order to highlight Waldorf Astoria’s first foray into the Miami market, PMG, along with partners Greybrook, Mohari Hospitality, S2 Development, and the international hospitality business Hilton, set out to build a landmark beacon for the city of Miami. The goal is to offer an aesthetically spectacular structure with expertly built residences and unmatched amenities to Miami’s famous Biscayne Boulevard for residents and future hotel visitors to enjoy. The Waldorf Astoria Miami anticipates ushering in a new era for this magical city as the tallest residential structure south of New York and the first supertall tower in Florida.

The Waldorf Astoria Miami, which is situated at 300 Biscayne Boulevard, will have nine spiraling, offset glass cubes that are evenly placed and covered in what is sometimes described to as a “glass skin” to set it apart from other East Coast properties. In order to develop an iconic edifice in Downtown Miami that offers 360-degree views of Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, and the Atlantic Ocean, Sieger Suarez Architects and famous architect Carlos Ott collaborated.

Additionally, the developers collaborated with award-winning interior design company BAMO, which takes pride in designing enticing surroundings that flow, function, and inspire individuals to live and dream more completely. Along with guest rooms and suites inside the five-star hotel, the resort will have 360 private houses. Peacock Alley, a specialty restaurant, indoor/outdoor pre-function and event spaces, conference and boardrooms, a resort-style pool deck with private cabanas, a spa, and a fitness facility will all be considered signature areas.

Beach House 8 Penthouse Sells for $17 Million

Penthouse Unit at Beach House 8 Sells for $16.66 Million

Beach House 8 Penthouse Sells for $17 Million

For $16.66 million, a penthouse at Miami Beach’s beachfront Beach House 8 condo sold to an LLC managed by Greg Raiff of Fort Lauderdale.

The 4,642-square-foot Unit PH at 3651 Collins Ave. was sold by Beach House 8 BH3 LLC, run by Ricardo Ribeiro Da Silva Junior in Miami, to ULA House 8 LLC, ran by Raiff. Private Jet Services Group’s owner, Elevate Aviation Group, based in Boston, is led by Raiff.

In 2016, the same year that the tower was completed, the unit sold for $14 million. For the sell price of $16.66 million, it equates to $3,589 per square foot.

This magnificent 2 full-floor penthouse overlooks the ocean expanding 5,000 square feet with an additional 5,000 square feet of outdoor space with 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. The outdoor rooftop features a private pool with 360 degrees of ocean and Miami Beach views. Yacht-like attention to detail can be seen in the joinery in the staircase and the woodwork in the main hall.

The modern kitchen with quartz counters and high-end stainless steel appliances flow effortlessly to the living room with an abundance of natural light and high-impact floor to ceilings windows.

The master bedroom suite, which takes up an entire floor, has its own spectacular outdoor spaces as well as an opulent bathtub. A staffed beach, a residents’ pool with cabanas, indoor and outdoor lounges, an underground garage, and a fitness center are among the amenities located downstairs.

The tower was created by the renowned architectural firm Arquitectonica and features interior design by Michele Bonan from Italy. One of Miami Beach’s most upscale condos on the water, Beach House 8 features just eight units.

Echo Brickell Penthouse Indoor Pool and Terrace

ECHO Penthouse Slashes Price by $1 Million

Echo Brickell Penthouse Indoor Pool and Terrace

Echo Brickell is one of the most sought-after buildings in downtown Miami. Completed in 2017, it was designed by architect Carlos Ott and developed by PMG and JDS Development Group. Rising 57 stories with 180 condo residences, it is the epitome of Brickell living.

With all of Echo’s luxury features and gorgeous units, one heavy hitter penthouse is currently on the market and just had a massive price cut. The penthouse was previously listed at $42 million in 2018 and was relisted in 2021 for $39.5 million. Now, the property has had a significant price reduction of $1 million at $38.5 million.

Located at 1451 Brickell Ave #PH01, this 11,000 square foot ultra-luxe penthouse spans over 2 floors (56th and 57th) with 5 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms. It’s all in the details with 28 ft ceilings, 360-degree views of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay from the expansive terrace, and an indoor Sky Pool.

The sophistication continues with its signature staircase, marble and glass throughout, and the gorgeous Poliform kitchen that will truly amaze. The primary suite features a midnight bar, designer closets, and dual marble baths. With the 6 parking spaces, aquatic center, office, staff quarter, and a BBQ, do you really even have to leave this penthouse? The best thing about this penthouse is that it was personally designed by Carlos Ott.

Echo’s units come fully furnished with 1 to 4 bedroom floor plans ranging from 748 to 11,068 square feet. Each residence features panoramic views of the water and skyline, 9 to 14-foot ceilings with floor-to-ceiling windows, and 6 to 8 foot deep terraces with a bbq area. The interiors are inspired by yoo Studio with 7-foot high Italian entry doors, marble flooring, Italian custom cabinetry, and high-end stainless steel appliances.

Tower Amenities Include:

  • Vanishing-edge pool and deck with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, Downtown Miami, and Miami Beach
  • 2,800 square foot, state-of-the-art fitness center and spa overlooking pool, bay, and city
  • Resort-style poolside food and beverage service
  • Two hot tubs with sunbathing deck overlooking the Brickell skyline
  • Full-service concierge services
  • Ground-floor retail tenants Rosetta Bakery and Joe & the Juice.

Below is a video of the Carlos Ott Penthouse at Echo Brickell: https://www.miamicondoinvestments.com/property/1451-brickell-av-ph1-miami-fl-33131-a10521016.

If you or someone you know have an interest in purchasing at Echo Brickell, or any information on this penthouse, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Continuum South Beach

Continuum South Beach Bulk Sale for $30 Million by Two Former Morgan Stanley Execs

Continuum South Beach

In 2014, Karen Bechtel and her husband William McKinley Osborne III (former Morgan Stanley executives) purchased 3 total units at Continuum South Beach South Tower for $21 million. Records show that they purchased units 3602, 3603, and 3604 and combined it into one unit totaling 8,229 square feet on the 36th floor.

The full-floor condo was originally listed in March 2021 with an asking price of $36.5 million. The gorgeous combined units feature a total of 6 bedrooms, 5.1 bathrooms with a 2-story main suite. Two kitchens, a theater and 3,704 square feet of balconies make up the rest of the luxury apartment.

According to county records, the buyer was listed at MFTMA Holding LLC. The price per square foot totals $3,646, and is considered Miami Beach’s fourth most-expensive condo deal since 2005.

Continuum South Beach Towers

Continuum developer Ian Bruce Eichner also sold his penthouse in the building for $35 million in April 2021 that was originally listed for $48 million two year ago. Another sale for Continuum included CEO of a financial tech company purchased 2 combined units for $12.1 million.

Bechtel and Osborne were both Managing Directors at Morgan Stanley from 1980 to 1991. Bechtel is currently a senior adviser at Carlyle Group. During the pandemic, they established a non-profit organization called Meals for Heroes Miami that focused on partnering with local restaurants to provide food for health care workers and first responders. In April, the couple bought a mansion in Tahiti Beach for $28.9 million.

Continuum was built in two phases by developer by Bruce Eichner in 2002. Residents of Continuum South Beach enjoy arguably the best resort-style amenities.

Continuum South Beach Aerial

BUILDING AMENITIES

  • Stunning landmark architecture
  • 1,000 ft of direct beach front access
  • 24-hour welcome desk with concierge  
  • 24-hour guest valet 
  • Elegant resident club room
  • Luxury Health spa with sauna, steam room
  • Two lagoon-style pools
  • State-of-the-Art gym
  • Business Center 
  • Lush and manicured landscape
  • 3 Tennis Courts
  • Outdoor restaurant
  • Multi-story health club & spa

RESIDENCE AMENITIES

  • Ten foot high ceilings
  • Private balconies with glass railings
  • Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors
  • Imported marble countertops, backsplash, and whirlpool decks
  • Imported marble flooring in wet areas and shower
  • Designer fixtures
  • Whirlpool tubs
  • European bathroom vanity cabinets
  • Seamless glass shower doors
  • Custom European designed cabinetry
  • Granite Countertops
  • Under counter lighting
  • Faber “Inca Smart” integrated hood vent
  • Sub-zero built-in refrigerator-freezer
  • Miele touch-control cook top
  • Miele integrated dishwasher
  • Miele microwave oven
  • Single-lever faucet with pull out spray

If you or someone you know have interest in purchasing one of the units at Continuum South Beach, please contact Lucas Lechuga via email at [email protected] or by phone at (786)247-6332.

Star Island in Miami

Lea Black of the Real Housewives of Miami Sells Waterfront Mansion on Star Island for $34 Million

45 Star Island Miami

Another waterfront mansion has just been added to the market and the owner is non-other than Lea Black of the Real Housewives of Miami. Her and her husband, Roy Black are selling their waterfront estate on Star Island for $34 million.

The waterfront mansion is located at 45 Star Island Drive situated at the entrance of Star Island on 1.07 acres with 190 feet of water frontage with an expansive dock. Featuring 9 bedrooms, 9 full bathrooms, and 3 half baths, the home includes 2 stories of 10,636 square feet of living space. The property was built in 1981. Amenities for this massive mansion include a pool and guest cottage.

The Black’s originally purchased the home in 2011 for $7 million, which is also the same year that the Real Housewives of Miami first aired on Bravo.

Leah Black stated in an email to TMZ, “We had planned to renovate and move there ourselves, but later decided that with our son in college, the amount of time we spend traveling and in L.A. that it was not feasible for us to enjoy further. Although we own other homes, this one is very special to us because of the exclusivity it offers and the wonderful people that live there.”

Lea and Roy have listed their home ‘for sale by owner,’ and stated that they have received a few qualified offers. The family also owns home in Coral Gables, Key West, and Los Angeles.

North Bay Road Waterfront Estate

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Rent a Waterfront Mansion in Miami Beach

North Bay Road Waterfront Estate

As news continues to spread of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s rekindling, it was recently announced that the couple have rented a Miami Beach mansion at 2700 North Bay Road in the North Bay Road neighborhood. North Bay Road features some of the most exclusive properties in South Florida, and has a reputation of luxury, exclusivity, and celebrity appeal.

Lopez and Affleck’s current residence was originally listed at $130,000 a month and still remains active on Miami’s Multiple Listing Service. With Bayfront views, this estate sits on 0.6 acres with 100 feet of water frontage.

With 11 bedrooms, 12 full bathrooms, and 3 half baths, this stunning 2-story residence features 10,114 square feet of living space. Additionally, the home features a guest house, 3 parking garages, gym, office, master suite with expansive balcony, large pool, jacuzzi, spa, and boat dock.

Originally built in 1925 by MV Group USA, the home was renovated in 2015 with a more modern and minimalist design. The home was originally listed for sale in December 2020 for $18.9 million and sold to a Jewelry designer, Paul Morelli in April 2021 for $17.5 million. The home was then listed for rent for $130,000 monthly and the status is still showing as ‘active’ in the MLS. According to the New York Post, Lopez is the one who rented the mansion.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Miami Beach Rental

Jennifer Lopez has previously owned in the neighborhood at 5800 North Bay Road but sold the property to Phil Collins for $33 million in 2015. Lopez and recent ex-fiancé, Alex Rodriguez purchased a home together on Star Island in Miami in late 2020 and it is unclear what they plan to do with the home since their separation.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck

Lopez and Affleck were previously engaged in 2002 but separated in 2003. Alex Rodriguez is still living in Miami at his other home located in Coral Gables, Florida.

Legacy Hotel & Residences at Miami WorldCenter

Legacy Hotel & Residences Sells out at 100% at Pre-Construction

Legacy Hotel & Residences at Miami WorldCenter

Legacy Miami Worldcenter also known as Legacy Hotel & Residences is one of the newest pre-construction residential towers located in Park West Miami. This luxury tower will rise 668 feet tall with 50 stories. This tower has officially sold out before the groundbreaking. According to the South Florida Construction Journal, this is the first development in downtown Miami to sell out prior to construction.

Centrally located at 942 NE 1st Avenue in the heart of the Miami Worldcenter ‘mega-development.’ This mixed-use project will feature 287 residences, 262, luxury hotel rooms, restaurants, business center, medical office, retail, and a rooftop atrium with multiple amenities. It will also be considered the second tallest tower at Miami Worldcenter.

Legacy Hotel & Residences Rooftop Amenities

The residences will consist of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans ranging from 368 to 964 interior square feet. Developed by Royal Palm Companies with Kobi Karp as the architect and ID & Design International designing the interior space. This tower will feature state-of-the-art living without any rental restrictions. This allows homeowners to rent their units on a short-term basis through AriBnB, VRBO, or through Legacy’s rental program. The residences at Legacy Hotel & Residences will come fully furnished.

The sold units include a total of 310 with a combined value of $160 million. The average prices ranged between $350,000 to $2+ million. There are 8 penthouses remaining are subject to use for the hotel portion of the project.

RPC is currently closing on their construction loan and expects to announce that milestone soon. Construction permits are pending and site pre-work is estimated to begin the end of May and/or beginning of June 2021. Legacy Hotel & Residences is expected to be completed in 2024.

Helipad at One Thousand Museum

An Elevated Event at One Thousand Museum

Helipad at One Thousand Museum

Mayor Suarez does it again! First with his campaign to recruit big tech companies to relocate from Silicon Valley to Miami, and now he is hosting events with notables to display Miami as the new epicenter for everything tech and finance.

His most recent event was a collaboration with Barry’s (fitness brand), Keith Rabois (investor), and One Thousand Museum. This event named: ‘Miami:Elevated,’ took place on the helipad of One Thousand Museum with Barry’s personal trainers hosting a workout ‘700-feet in the air.’

The workouts consisted of a sport’s circuit with strength training and cardio. There was an initial donation fee to participate in the event.

Barry's Workout on the helipad at One Thousand Museum

The funds from this event are allocated for the Center for Black Innovation’s Accelerator Program. This program is an 8-week course is designed to assist entrepreneurs with direction for financial and personal success.

“What’s great about today is that we’re doing this…for the Center for Black Innovation which is the soul of our city,” “They are trying to create an equity of opportunity for all of our citizens. We want to give them an opportunity to enjoy the success. What’s amazing about the tech industry, is that they are some of the most thoughtful and most giving people I have met. They don’t just want to make great companies, they want to make a great city. And that’s what the city of Miami is, and how we will be different from every other city in America,” Mayor Suarez stated during the event.

Mayor Suarez truly wants to change Miami into one of the best places in America to work, live, and play. He is definitely on his way to creating an east coast big tech capital.

Attendees of note: Mayor Francis Suarez, Mayor of Miami; Keith Rabois, General Partner at Founders Fund; Pete Gilligan, Chief of Staff at Founder’s Fund; Lucy Guo, Co-Founder at Scale AI; Delian Asparouhov, Principal at Founders Fund; Chip Virnig, Partner at Thomabravo; Jeremy Wood, Founder of OpenStore; Zach Frankel, Co-founder at Better, Candid, BOD, Ramp, Redesign Health; Healey Cypher, Partner at Atomic VC; Mike Shebat, Senior Manager, Global Product at Uber; Traba, CEO & Founder; Demian Bellumio; Miami Tech Life Founder; Kingsley Advani, Founder of Allocations, Partner at 305 Ventures; Christine Aylward, Founder & Managing Partner of Magnetic; Jason Lovell, Founder of Motion; Nihaar Sinha, Founder & CEO of Maiya; Erick Gavin, Program Manager for CFBI; Kevin Venger, Co-Developer of One Thousand Museum; Matt Haggman, EVP at Beacon Council.

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Natiivo in Downtown Miami

Downtown Miami Introduces Gale Miami Hotel and Residences

601 Miami in Downtown Miami Renderings

A 51-story tower located directly in the heart of Downtown Miami, is the first ‘CondoHospitality’ tower in Miami with open-concept designs and killer views of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay as well as world-class amenities.

This new construction tower will house Gale Miami Hotel & Residences; Miami’s first wellness building, licensed for short-term rentals. Gale will occupy 7 floors (17 through 23) which will include 140 luxury condo hotel units, where owners have the option of utilizing the onsite rental program.

Gale Miami Hotel and Residences

These units will be fully finished and furnished with square footage ranging from 389 SF – 900 SF with pricing starting at $300,000.

Residence Features:

  • Urban luxury residences with modern open layouts from
  • Studio, one, & two-bedroom units
  • All residences are delivered fully finished and furnished with fixtures and furniture curated by Urban Robot
  • Panoramic Biscayne Bay, and Miami skyline views
  • Private balconies with most units
  • Ceiling heights 9 feet
  • Owner’s closet in every residence
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows and impact-resistant glass throughout
  • Advanced technology Smart Building wiring for HD TV, multiple telephones
  • Data lines and ultra-high-speed internet access
  • Washer/Dryer in the units

Kitchen:

  • Imported European cabinets with premium hardware
  • European style appliance package including refrigerator, cook-top, microwave, and sink
  • Elegant stone countertops and backsplashes
  • Contemporary under-mounted sink
  • Gourmet faucet with integral sprayer

Master Bathroom:

  • Imported European cabinets with premium hardware and drawer pull
  • Elegant imported stone countertops and backsplashes
  • Rectangular trough porcelain sinks with dual faucets
  • Custom-finished floors and walls in wet areas
  • Frameless glass shower enclosures
  • Premium European-style fixtures and accessories

Gale residents will have access to all of the amenities that 601 Miami has to offer including the social club, meeting spaces, coffee and juice bar, and media lounge.

Work Amenities:

  • Co-working spaces
  • Private offices
  • Flexible office arrangements
  • Video-capable conference rooms
  • Quiet rooms
  • Phone booths
  • Cutting-edge technology and connectivity
  • Office host
  • Coffee and juice bar
  • Amphitheater
  • Meeting/presentation rooms

Social Amenities:

  • Specialty restaurant and bar
  • Dining terrace
  • Social area with full-service cafe and cocktail bar
  • Drink and dine lounge areas
  • Media lounge
  • Live show and events lounge
  • The porch
  • Speakeasy
  • DJ and live performances
  • Programmed events
Splash Pad at 601 Miami Residences

The ‘Splash on 9th’ boasts 16,000 square feet of poolside bliss featuring a resort-style pool and cabanas.

Splash Amenities:

  • Sun deck
  • Poolside beverage and food service
  • Native tropical landscaping
  • Cabana bar
  • Pool towel services

‘The Fit on 10th’ features 16,000 square feet of health and fitness options.

Fit Amenities:

  • Juice bar
  • Yoga and pilates studio
  • Boxing ring with punching bags
  • Peloton equipment
  • Weight station
  • Cross-training/Crossfit
  • Spa/treatment rooms
  • Sauna/steam rooms
  • Locker rooms
  • Outdoor terrace/training
  • The Fit Boutique

Residents will also be able to enjoy 601 Miami’s 24-hour concierge, valet parking, and security.

Gale Miami Hotel and Residences will be the third property in the Gale Brand. The first hotel debuted in 2012 in Miami Beach, and the second one was Gale Hotel and Residences in Fort Lauderdale Beach.

The construction for Gale Miami Hotel and Residences has already started and the grand opening is anticipated to be in the fall of 2023.