A Jade Signature penthouse was recently sold for $23.5 million. Buyer Adam Weitsman, owner and CEO of Upstate Shredding – Weitsman Recycling, connected with agent Chad Carroll, president of The Carroll Group, on Instagram. Sandra Chartouni with Fortune International Realty represented the seller and they closed the deal virtually.

“This sale is a testament to the power of social media in real estate,” said Carroll. “My social pages have become an invaluable tool to connect with buyers and sellers from around the world and I am seeing more deals than ever before directly converting from my strong online presence.”

Jade Signature in Sunny Isles Beach experienced a record price with this sale. The building was developed by Fortune International Group, who provided quick and attractive financing to the buyer through sister company Vaster. Vaster provides private loans for premier residential properties in Florida and New York.

“We believe the buyer has acquired one of the best penthouse properties in all of Miami at Jade Signature,” said Edgardo Defortuna, CEO & President of Fortune International Group. “Not only is the home over 11,000 square feet of space but it encompasses a full-floor with a continuous balcony and stunning 360-degree oceanfront views.”

This 11,661 square foot two-story penthouse has 7 bedrooms and 9.5 baths. On the first level is the main master bedroom with double sitting areas, master study, midnight bar, his and hers bathrooms, and his and hers dressing areas. The double master suite has a private elevator connecting to the second-floor entertainment lounge which includes a midnight bar, full bathroom, and sauna and steam room. The continuous wraparound balcony overlooks the ocean and comes with an oversized jacuzzi.

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Also joining the Ritz-Carlton Residences’ development is world-renowned designer Piero Lissoni. A professional designer for nearly 40 years, Lissoni is the creative director for Alpi, B&B Italia, Boffi, Living Divani, and several others. Taking an innovative approach to a diverse range of products, Lissoni has quickly become one of the world’s leading talents in contemporary design. With Lissoni recently providing a sneak peek of the Pompano Beach project’s landscaping and interior design, the cause for his reputation is no wonder.

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The Ritz Carlton Residences, Pompano Beach will see the construction of two towers. The east tower (The Beach Tower) will overlook the warm, clear waters of the city’s beachfront, while the west tower (The Marina Tower) will sit directly across on a nearby waterfront, allowing residents access to a private marina. Inside the towers, residential and common spaces will be carefully curated in terms of design and livability. The towers will each include lounge areas, terraces, private elevators, fitness centers, and spacious residences with breathtaking views of Pompano Beach. Other amenities will include a private resident yacht club, a beach club, multiple sports courts, and tropical-themed pools. 

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Pompano Beach will be located at 1380 S. Ocean Boulevard and is slated for completion in 2025. For more information on the residence, visit https://www.theresidencespompanobeach.com

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Piero Lissoni

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Located at 6800 Indian Creek Drive, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences is an exclusive enclave of thirty-nine luxurious waterfront residences and a private marina in collaboration with two of the most esteemed names in design, Piero Lissoni and Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica. It is slated for completion in Fall 2021.

HR: What was the design inspiration for Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ interiors?

PL: In part, we were inspired by Mediterranean environments, particularly the Italian Riviera and the Côte d’Azur, and in part by the nautical world, especially by the Riva Aquarama boat. From the realization of the lobby floor as if it were the deck of a boat, to the choice of the chandelier that recalls a lobster net, to the nautical styling, everything is reminiscent of a yacht club.

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HR: What colors and materials did you incorporate into the design in order to capture the South of France and the Mediterranean lifestyle?

PL: We were inspired by the nautical world of the 1950s. We used chrome, natural fabrics, soft and neutral colors with some dashes of stronger color. The Riva Aquarama is also renowned for this contrast between the wood and the light blue cushions. The reception desk is instead a deep-sea blue.

The apartments have two different typologies in terms of the “shades” employed. One version features soft and muted colors that are evocative of morning sea mists, with light, desaturated wood and some darker colors to provide contrast, while the second version features darker colors inspired by the night sea, the contrast here given by areas of white.

HR: Walk us through the design features that you are incorporating throughout MYC’s residences, including in the kitchen and bathrooms. What was the vision for the design, and what can residents expect to feel and see upon walking into their homes?

PL: We wanted to reproduce the feeling of being on a boat, both when entering on the ground floor, with the jetty that connects directly to the yachts, and also inside the apartments, with their magnificent views of the sea. The extensive use of large windows seeks to accentuate the relationship between the inside and the outside, as if you’re always living in the open air. In addition, the terraces are equipped with cooking facilities, further expanding the possibilities of life outdoors.

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HR: How did you go about choosing each design and what makes them different from other residences you have designed for?

PL: Undoubtedly the floor in the reception, conceived as if it were the deck of luxury yacht, is fairly unique, as is the large chandelier reminiscent of a lobster net, which was the work of an artist we engaged. In the apartments themselves, there is this continuous dialogue between the inside and the outside, which is very special: as soon as you open the window, you have the whole expanse of the sea in front of you.

HR: Elaborate on your design of MYC’s lobby and “Resident’s Lounge” that features a library and breakfast bar for waterfront dining. How does the design reflect the building’s fun lifestyle and laid-back environment?

PL: Our aim was to realize a community, a true yacht club, so the communal spaces have been conceived with this in mind and to allow the whole structure and all the facilities to be used and lived, also by invited guests. The inhabitants and their guests can, for example, pause to read the newspaper or have a coffee in the communal areas. Also, here we wanted to bring a European way of living.

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HR: Please briefly describe what role the Bayfront location played in the design of the project. How will the building’s design reflect Miami and its natural surroundings?

PL: The Bayfront relates directly with the structure. Features such as the floor or the model boats on the bookshelves, as if it were indeed a yacht club, are certainly elements that are special with respect to other residences.

HR: What type of lifestyle do you envision for residents at MYC?  What type of buyer do you envision will be interested in living at the property?

PL: Without a doubt, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will attract buyers who love traveling and who are attracted by a European atmosphere, especially that of the Mediterranean, who like the leisurely feeling of a place where you have the sensation of being on holiday all year round.

HR: Tell us about your collaboration with Arquitectonica. How did you work with Arquitectonica to blend your ways of thinking, expertise and experiences together?

PL: There’s a very close relationship between the inside and the outside: in some ways the interior completes the architecture, and vice-versa.

HR: What is special or different about working on a project like MYC?

PL: The really special thing was to have been able to bring to America a particular area of Europe and its atmosphere.

For more information about Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, call 305.508.9832 or visit https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/.

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences

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We sat down with Bernardo Fort-Brescia, founding principal of the award-winning international architecture firm, Arquitectonica, to learn more about his design inspiration for the nautically-themed, boutique Bayfront condominium.

Bernardo Fort-Brescia, FAIA, Arquitectonica

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At just 12 stories, how did the boutique nature of Monaco Yacht Club & Residences inspire your design?

The scale of the building lends itself to a more exclusive and private living experience. It allowed us to offer discreet arrival to the units, fewer residents per floor, and proximity to the water.

Did it present any unique challenges or opportunities?

The challenge is always how to ensure all units face the water. That is the greatest asset south Florida offers. The broad frontage and favorable ratio of width to depth of the site allow the building to be situated parallel to the water's edge that provides an opportunity for increased sightlines of the dramatic widening of the Intracoastal Waterway offering expansive views of a lagoon-like setting.

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From vision and concept, can you describe your design process from the beginning?

We begin always seeking the perfect layouts. We think of the eventual user and the lifestyle expected of an urban resort like Miami Beach. If I had to define the feel it is best described as relaxed luxury. Another aspect is the connection with nature the spaces needed to flow to the terraces. Because of the amazing weather in Florida, exterior living is an important part of the living experience. Outdoor living is key to relaxed luxury.

What was your design aesthetic for Monaco Yacht Club & Residences?

We thought the architecture had to have a nautical feeling. We wanted the residents to feel that they were on a luxury yacht because due to the proximity to the water one may not see land from an interior vantage point. Therefore, the idea of a yacht club emerged.

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Where did you draw your design inspiration from?

I have always liked the coastal towns of the Italian Riviera and the sleek romantic designs of the yachts cruising the waterways. Yacht design has an aerodynamic aspect combined with warmth and elegance. This led us to combine white sweeping lines and warm tones that are reminiscent of the finest Italian yachts.

How did you adapt your design philosophy to the project?

Every project is unique to its place, purpose and scale. This project is unique and its low-slung proportions, fluid horizontal lines, soft curved geometries resulted in a design fitting to the time and place. It still falls within our brand of waterfront modernity, but with a twist that makes it fitting for the personality of the program and place.

Now let’s talk about the role that Monaco Yacht Club & Residences’ location in Miami Beach’s coveted MiMo District played on the building design.

How will the building’s design reflect Miami and North Beach?

Miami Beach is a 20th-century resort. Its architecture is decidedly modern and referential to the principles of the early modern masters. Many of its buildings are also inspired in naval architecture and this building continues that tradition, but in a more contemporary way, with more glass, larger terraces, and more organic fluidity of its curves rather than more traditional rigid geometries.

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Are there any design features unique to Miami that were incorporated?

The outdoors identifies Miami’s brand. This building takes that branding seriously by using the roof as a pool deck. That ensures exposure to the sun, the ocean breezes, and long-distance views from a very special vantage point. There is nothing more romantic than panoramic sunset views of the intercoastal and downtown Miami beyond.

How does the architecture reflect the building’s natural surroundings and blend of the outdoors with the interior living?

One of the important aspects of the design is the amount of glass between the living areas and terraces. The indoor-outdoor feeling is key to tropical Florida living, more so if that feeling flows beyond the habitable spaces, into the water and the horizon.

How did the building’s Bayfront location on one of the area’s last remaining waterfront parcels inspire the design?       

Life on the water is both calming and invigorating. The opportunity to design on the water’s edge is always an inspiration for any project. There is an abundance of water activity with marinas along the seawalls and docks on both sides of the lagoon. The early morning rowers from the nearby rowing club crews add charm and dynamism to the project.

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Explain how you incorporated the private marina into the project design. How did this amenity influence the overall property design?

The marina is integral to the design idea of the project and is part of the overall composition. The nautical design of the building continues into the actual naval architecture of the moored yachts in the marina along the waterfront of the site allowing the building and the yachts to coexist harmoniously.

Let’s discuss your method for working alongside an interior designer, such as Italian master architect Piero Lissoni on this project. How do your design philosophies complement each other? What do you think the end result will reflect?

We have worked with Piero before. We understand each other. We are both modernists, believers in the power of forms, of geometric purity, of the richness of materials within the boundaries of sophistication. Piero is the ultimate artist when it comes to interior design, his designs work well with our architecture. He blurs the boundaries between architecture and interior design so they appear seamless.

What is special or different about working on a project like MYC? What did you learn?

The beauty of this project is its human scale. Seldom in Miami Beach are there sites with this sense of an enclave for few residents who appreciate clean architectural lines and calm elegant interiors in a one-of-a-kind waterfront setting within the ultimate tropical global city that is Miami Beach.

For more information about Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, call 305.508.9832 or visit https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/.

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The oceanfront high-rise development created by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron, with interiors designed by Parisian interior design firm PYR, and led by Pierre-Yves Rochon, welcomed shoppers for the socially-distanced pop-up. It featured celebrated designers, including Nest Casa, Tata Harper, Ahana Yoga, Ximena Kavalekas, Agua Bendita, and the Bungalow Bazaar, among others.

Jade Signature upper penthouse interior designer, Lacy Berroa

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The penthouse’s 360-degree views were the background for the event, providing ample and unobstructed landscapes of the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway.

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Attendees, each fashionably attired with their respective masks, enjoyed the latest in fashion, accessories and home goods, while simultaneously getting a sneak peek inside the sky oasis home, listed at $29.5 million. They were treated to an alfresco lunch, prosecco, live music, and the ocean breeze to be enjoyed on a daily basis by the eventual buyer. The home also features a private pool, gym, and seemingly endless options for outdoor dining, entertainment, and relaxation.

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The upper penthouse represents one of the last remaining residences for sale within the architectural marvel Jade Signature in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.

Carole Seikaly, Tina Chartouni, Sandra Chartouni, May Ghroui

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For more information on Jade Signature, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

Ana Blagojevic, Katherine Rubino, Marie Stein, Marta Marin

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Ariel Jaworski, Anais Denuccio

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The sale of the contemporary retreat, No. 4901, which was finished by Fortune International Group Construction Division, is the latest in a string of recent turnkey residence sales at the property -- including seven over the past year -- as the pandemic only amplified the demand for fully finished, move-in-ready residences. Created by Pritzker prize-winning architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron, with interiors by Parisian interior design firm PYR and landscaping by architect Raymond Jungles Inc., Jade Signature is widely lauded as Miami’s most architecturally extraordinary oceanfront address -- named by Dezeen magazine in 2018 as one of the world’s top skyscrapers.

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With flow-through views of both the ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, the five-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bath home features 4,953 square feet of space as well as 1,454 square feet of sprawling terraces.  Stunning accents and finishes abound, including exceptional millwork and an utterly timeless palette of beige and white, complemented by floor to ceiling glass windows and sliding doors throughout and the addition of artfully placed bronze mirrored panels to reflect the beautiful colors of the sea.

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“This residence is among the most stunning in Jade Signature – reflective of the building’s overall attention to detail that has made it among the most sought-after in South Florida,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “Representing our last residence outside of “The Collection” offerings, the sale of No. 4901 is a testament to the tremendous demand among well-heeled buyers to live in this tower, as each of our turnkey homes have been met with almost immediate purchase.”

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Likened to its own private retreat, the light-filled residence is complemented by 10-foot ceilings, walls of glass, and an open floor plan. Designed for entertaining, the home features a family room, living room, dining room, bar, playroom and service quarters. There is a kitchen with European designer cabinetry handcrafted by Snaidero and appliances by Gaggenau® and Sub-Zero®. The master bedroom boasts a resort-like feel with a separate sitting room and master baths that - dramatically extended by oceanfront terraces -- feature PYR custom-designed cabinetry and modern twin basins.

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The listing agent was Fortune Development Sales and the in-house agent assisting the sale was Elizabeth Garcia. The buyer was represented by Saddy Delgado Abuanza with One Sotheby’s International Realty.

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Currently, a limited number of residences remain for sale within the building, including Jade Signature’s “The Collection” – a compilation of two-story Sky Villas and a two-story penthouse, ranging from $11.9 million to $29.5 million. The Sky Villas offer stunning features, such as flow-through views, expansive terraces, private elevators, smart technology, service quarters and PYR-designed bathroom cabinetry. Soon to be unveiled next month, the two-story penthouse boasts all of these world-class features as well as a private pool, gym and 360-degree views.

For more information on Jade Signature, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

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With the majority of December’s live art fairs canceled amidst the global pandemic, Miami Art Week will go largely virtual in 2020. For residents of Jade Signature in Sunny Isles Beach — Miami’s most architecturally extraordinary oceanfront address — art and culture are treasured mainstays of daily life with a myriad of illustrious artists and artwork showcased throughout the interiors of the internationally-lauded, Atlantic Ocean-facing high-rise, created by Pritzker Prize-winning architects Herzog & de Meuron with interiors designed by Parisian interior design firm PYR, led by Pierre-Yves Rochon.

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Clean lines and natural light inspire the sweeping architecture of Jade Signature, while expansive windows seamlessly draw the beauty of the endless ocean vista within. Jade Signature’s Art Collection continues this spirit of openness and connection to the outside world, with each piece flowing from one to the next. An array of international artists were selected to weave this visual story – emphasizing texture, color, medium, and perspective, and offering a sophisticated vignette of one’s relationship to nature and the surrounding landscape.

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Upon entry through Jade Signature’s stately porte-cochère and sprawling, double-height lobby, the tower’s link between its innovative artistry and natural surroundings is profound and quite evident. Residents are immediately welcomed by “Contact Lens,” an acrylic glass installation by Haruka Kojin that explores the space between reality and ones’ senses. The commissioned composition connects viewers to the architecture as it traces the spiral shape of Jade Signature’s ornate staircase and interacts with the abundance of light pouring through the atrium as it reflects the captivating panoramic ocean views.

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Sweeping curves of warm-colored wood paneling combine with beautifully styled contemporary furniture – including pieces by Promemoria, Yves Klein and exclusive pieces custom-designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, set in deep blues, soft grays, and delicate whites. All complement the pristine finish of the lobby’s grand Pierre-Yves Rochon-designed terrazzo flooring and carved solid marble reception desk.

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Moving through Jade Signature’s well-appointed lobby and lobby-level Clubroom, in addition to other exceptionally designed indoor living areas such as a library and reading lounge, residents will experience a litany of impressive art pieces – ranging from stoneware, wood and marble sculptures to hand-cut paper art to gradient digital prints -- by renowned international artists such as Ed Bentley, Benoît Averly, Jessica Riordan, Fitzhugh Karol, Marta Cadonici, Angela Chan, Kristina Krogh, Donald Martiny, and Igor Vitomirov, to name a few.

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During the 2017 Miami Art Week, Jade Signature and developer Fortune International Group celebrated the unveiling of Bonhomme Universe, the tower’s gemstone “snowman,” a whimsical piece by Romania-born artist Daniel Knorr which was commissioned as a public sculpture on the beach by Fortune International Group President and CEO Edgardo Defortuna.

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Knorr first began creating these sculptures when he became fascinated by the conceptual possibility of a snowman existing without snow. In Bonhomme Universe, he re-located this cold-climate object to a sub-tropical environment, releasing it from the material it was once reliant on. Bonhomme Universe stands 10.5' tall and 5.57' wide at the base. The "snowman" is crafted around a metal grid of stainless steel and topped with concrete which is adorned with 28 different types of precious and semi-precious stones that have been polished and treated for durability, including green quartz, red jasper and moonstone. The vibrant gemstones chosen were inspired by the colors of the Miami landscape yet sourced from around the world. These natural materials reflect the diverse mesh of buyers at Jade Signature, a testament to Miami’s unique cultural identity. Instead of the typical broom for an arm, this snowman has a palm tree, fashioned from stainless steel. This extended arm serves as a friendly wave to passersby, but also has the deeper visual reference, with the palm tree an ancient symbol of peace, victory, and eternal life that originated in Near East and Mediterranean culture.

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Adding to the unmistakable appeal of Jade Signature -- which was named by Dezeen magazine as one of the top skyscrapers of 2018 -- the tower also has a full-service, full-floor spa by natural beauty trailblazer Tata Harper, a state-of-the-art fitness center, wine bar, entertainment and game lounge, business center, playroom and tech lounge for children and teens, as well as a full-service concierge.  A stunning deck overlooking the beach has an organic, zero-entry, free-form swimming pool, which is conveniently adjacent to secluded cabanas, a heated spa, 25-meter lap pool, and the gourmet Jade Signature Beach Bar & Grill, which is private for residents and their guests.

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Currently, a limited number of residences remain for sale within Jade Signature, including several turnkey homes by renowned interior designers.   The building’s most luxurious offerings -- a portfolio known as “The Collection” -- has a compilation of two-story Sky Villas and a two-story penthouse, ranging from $11.9 million to $29.5 million. The Sky Villas offer spectacular features, such as flow-through views, expansive terraces, private elevators, smart technology, service quarters and PYR-designed bathroom cabinetry. The two-story penthouse boasts all of these world-class features as well as a private pool, gym and 360-degree views.

For more information on Jade Signature, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

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The building’s iconic, award-winning designs -- the vision of renowned luxury developer Fortune International Group -- are a celebration of South Florida’s most desirable attributes, marked by a seamless connection to the adjacent beach and glistening Atlantic Ocean that serves as its own backyard.

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Taking inspiration from the tower’s natural surroundings, architects uniquely installed Jade Signature’s three-story parking garage underground -- eliminating the pedestal at the surface and allowing the ground floor to connect to the pool. As a result, all of the building’s amenities, designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, founder of Parisian interior design firm PYR, are on or just above beach level -- with the street connecting to the ground-floor amenities and lobby, and the lobby overlooking the pool.

Upon entry through the porte-cochère and sprawling, light-filled lobby, the tower’s link to the ocean environment that surrounds it is profound and quite evident.  Walls of glass frame jaw-dropping views of cerulean and cobalt-blue Caribbean waters while an ornate spiral staircase leads residents just a few steps down to the beach.

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Before reaching the sand, a stunning deck with an organic, zero-entry, free-form swimming pool sits adjacent to secluded cabanas, a heated spa, and a 25-meter lap pool.  These offerings are flanked by the Jade Signature Beach Bar & Grill – a gourmet restaurant (private for residents and their guests) which boasts a seasonal farm-to-table menu as well as sweeping water views.  Broadening the tower’s conveniences and ties to its natural surroundings, residents have access to private beach amenities, including chaise lounges, umbrellas, and towel-and-beach services.

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The pavilion features an elevated water therapy terrace and three Jacuzzi pools -- each with its own temperature -- perfect for enjoying vacation-like ocean vistas by day and year-round balmy breezes by night.

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Turquoise water views extend to the tower’s full-service, full-floor spa by natural beauty trailblazer Tata Harper. Representing her first-ever full-service Florida spa, Harper’s eponymous, award-winning line of 100% natural products is featured in the coastal casual, chic venue (exclusive to residents and their guests), which is complete with a sauna, steam room, hammam, relaxation zone, and treatment rooms.

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The tower -- which was named by Dezeen magazine as one of the top skyscrapers of 2018 – also has a state-of-the-art fitness center, library and reading lounge, wine bar, clubroom, entertainment and game lounge, business center, playroom and tech lounge for children and teens, full-service concierge, private elevator entrances, and smart technology throughout.

Currently, a limited number of residences remain for sale within Jade Signature, including several turnkey homes by renowned interior designers.   The building’s most luxurious offerings -- a portfolio known as “The Collection” -- has a compilation of two-story Sky Villas and a two-story penthouse, ranging from $13.99 million to $29.5 million. The Sky Villas offer spectacular features, such as flow-through views, expansive terraces, private elevators, smart technology, service quarters and PYR-designed bathroom cabinetry. The two-story penthouse boasts all of these world-class features as well as a private pool, gym and 360-degree views.

For more information, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

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At Jade Signature in Sunny Isles Beach -- the widely-lauded oceanfront condominium created by Pritzker prize-winning Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron -- the "turnkey trend" and its overarching appeal could not be more evident.

Here within the iconic tower, which was named by Dezeen magazine as one of the world’s top 10 high-rises for 2018, the innovative, eye-catching artistry of an assemblage of award-winning designers has become vastly sought after by well-heeled buyers.  The developer of Jade Signature, luxury leader Fortune International Group, hand-picked these designers to complete a collection of remaining residences – which, in turn, were met with swift praise…and almost immediate purchase.

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Just a few weeks ago, for instance, unit No. 5003 was still in the final stages being furnished by luxury contemporary lifestyle specialist Addison House, when it went under contract to an unidentified buyer.

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In response to this near sell-out, Fortune International Group is collaborating once again with renowned Brazilian designer Artefacto on a new move-in-ready residence, soon to be unveiled. In the last year and a half, Artefacto has furnished a selection of jaw-dropping residences in Jade Signature -- all of which have sold. CEO Paulo Bacchi and his team are now developing the to-the-nines interior designs of No. 4901, which is slated for delivery in the coming weeks.  This five-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bath haven has 4,953 square feet of living space and 1,454 square feet of living room-like outdoor terraces.

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Also currently on the market is the Meyer Davis-designed North Sky Villa, No. 5305, priced at $14.9 million.  The one-of-a-kind, double-height hideaway comprises five bedrooms and six and a half baths, spread throughout 6,513 square feet of interior space, with an additional 1,407 square feet of terraces.  Design highlights by the New York-based firm include a first-floor, astronomy-themed guest bedroom -- outfitted with a celestial rug from Moooi and artwork above the bed depicting an eclipse -- and an equestrian-themed queen bedroom on the second floor with linen wall coverings as well as Hermés wallpaper in the bath.

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Adding to the unmistakable appeal of Jade Signature -- which boasts interiors by Parisian interior design firm PYR, led by Pierre Yves-Rochon, and landscaping by revered architect Raymond Jungles -- the tower also has a full-service, full-floor spa by natural beauty trailblazer Tata Harper, a state-of-the-art fitness center, library and reading lounge, wine bar, clubroom, entertainment and game lounge, business center, playroom and tech lounge for children and teens, as well as a full-service concierge.  A stunning deck overlooking the beach has an organic, zero-entry, free-form swimming pool, which is conveniently adjacent to secluded cabanas, a heated spa, 25-meter lap pool, and the gourmet Jade Signature Beach Bar & Grill, which is private for residents and their guests.

For more information, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

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Haute Living's April Donelson hosted Matthew Barry, Managing Director at Optimum Asset Management USA, Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group, and Thomas Mooney, Director of the Planning Department in the City of Miami Beach. Watch the webinar below.

The conversation included a detailed presentation of the fine living to be soon experienced by a select number of buyers at Monaco Yacht Club & Residences, which is being developed in collaboration with two of the top names in design, Piero Lissoni and Arquitectonica.

"One of the highlights of anywhere in Miami Beach is the views. Every unit has the West view across the Intracoastal Waterway," said Barry. He added his personal experience as he detailed the unparalleled landscapes found at Monaco Yacht Club & Residences. "We are fortunate to have a wide Bayview so it is not only unobstructed with the water, it is unobstructed because of the single-family homes and the islands across from us. Having had the privilege in my own life to live in Miami Beach on both, the bay and ocean sides, my wife and I prefer the bayside. More activity, boating, and a lot more happen during the day on the bayside, and then at night after sunset. You get to see the city of Miami come to life, and the dynamic architecture and lighting of the city is always interesting and attractive."

Defortuna and his team at Fortune have presented the Monaco Yacht Club & Residences virtually during the quarantine. "We have a wonderful team of agents," he said. "When we were ready to open the sales center, they couldn't really get the personal touch and the personal feeling (with buyers) due to quarantine restrictions, so we delivered more of a digital presentation." The sales gallery is now open at 6897 Collins Avenue, just a short walking distance from the property site.

He also spoke about the smart investment that buyers will gain. "In comparative values , we are very attractive and, on top of that, you can have your boat docked right at your doorstep. The prices are going to adjust and, I think that being the pioneers in this area for this quality building, the buyers that are going to buy here are going to really see significant increases in their price."

As a distinguished public servant with a career spanning more than 30 years, Mooney spoke expertly about the City of Miami Beach and the different steps and regulations that have been taking place to develop and reenergize the North Beach area (approximately 69th Street to 72nd Street south to north, and Indian Creek Drive to Collins Avenue east to west). "The key here was to develop a more consistent and holistic set of development regulations that strive to create a walkable, 24-hour town center area. The goals of the area were to not just spur development, but to also spring the right type of development."

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Top: Thomas Mooney, Matthew Barry. Bottom: Edgardo Defortuna

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Enrique Norten, Shahab Karmely and Edgardo Defortuna, industry leaders in design, development, and marketing of fine living, were hosted by Haute Living's Seth Semilof and April Donelson, going deep into detail about the 38-story glass tower located in Hallandale Beach, Florida. Watch the webinar below

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About the leaders behind 2000 Ocean:

Enrique Norten: He helms the formidable design team behind 2000 Ocean, alongside lead architect and partner, Andrea Steele. Founded by Norten, TEN Arquitectos boasts a portfolio of more than 60 landmark museums, libraries, public parks, resi­dences, hotels, and universities in cities around the globe, each designed to improve urban living.

Edgardo Defortuna: President, CEO and Founder of Fortune International Group, a Miami-based full-service real estate firm recognized throughout South Florida, Latin America and Europe as a leader in high-end luxury real estate. He oversees all of the company’s activities across all of its business units. Mr. Defortuna brings 30+ years of experience in the real estate industry and is considered a visionary and a driving force in South Florida real estate.

Shahab Karmely: As the founder of KAR Properties LLC, and through KAR and/or its affiliates, Mr. Shahab Karmely has acquired, repositioned, and monetized over 3 million square feet of office, luxury mixed-use, and industrial space in the US, Southeast Asia, and Europe. With offices in New York and Miami, KAR currently oversees the management of a core portfolio of assets and a development pipeline in excess of 5 million square feet.

Top left: Enrique Norten, top right: Edgardo Defortuna, bottom: Shahab Karmely

Highlight quotes:

Enrique Norten: "The beauty or one of the big assets of this project is the team. Shahab and Edgardo, what both of them have is a tremendous appreciation and love for good architecture; and a good process of construction; good use of materials and details. They understand the tectonic process of architecture. That is what makes this project quite unique and very special... Working with people that know and appreciate good architecture is very unique... When you buy an apartment, you not only buy the squared feet inside the glass. You are really buying everything that the project offers you...  Every one of our projects is like a child to us. You love them all, and you hate them all, for different reasons. They are part of your family and, at the end, they are part of your legacy."

Shahab Karmely: "The ultimate expression of success in development is when people feel like you have given them a new home. They walk in and say, 'I am home, this is where I want to be'... One of the significant changes in the coming-to-age of Miami over the last 7-10 years is that it has significantly broadened to include the entire world, and is taking it as a place to not only visit but to invest. Miami is on par with any city in the world...Because of the surrounding low-rise buildings, I saw that we had a unique circumstance where you have not only unobstructed views to the ocean to the east and west but also north and south... I wanted somebody with a unique vision (to design the building). The collaboration (with Enrique) has been wonderful... Healthy living is part of luxury living...  This building has a story. Enrique has created a journey within this building that moves through the spaces. Transition through space is much more human if you can tell a story... Life has one constant: change."

Edgardo Defortuna: "It is hard today to find a site that is empty and has the ability to build a building of these characteristics. Hallandale is positioned very well. It's a very residential neighborhood but it's 10 minutes away from Aventura, 15-20 minutes away from Bal Harbour. If you want the activities of South Beach, you have it in very close proximity... (On benefits of partnering with Norten and Karmely) We love great design, attention to detail, and understand what the customer is looking for, so it's important that the architect and developer put their stamp to it. The ability to design in a way to be in contact with nature, see the ocean, and being able to see the city views and be in contact with the overall life of Miami is very attractive... People can understand everything that we are selling by the virtual tours. The process of selling has been seamless, and in some cases even more active than before we had the lockdown... The Latin American buyer is still there, but the big, strong market is coming from the US and our Canadian friends from the north."

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It’s the dreamy image of an idyllic, jet set-worthy destination – serene and enviable all at once. But at Jade Signature, Miami’s most architecturally-extraordinarily oceanfront address, it’s home.

Here, for residents of the award-winning residential high-rise in Sunny Isles Beach -- the vision of revered luxury developer Fortune International Group and the pièce de résistance of Pritzker Prize-winning architect Herzog & de Meuron -- the South Florida coastline is the “back yard” and the Atlantic Ocean is an extension of home. 

In addition to the building’s innovative artistry, which has made it one of the most lauded by both architecture and design critics, it’s Jade Signature’s direct and rarefied connection to the beach that has made it a must-see home-site for high-net-worth individuals worldwide.

Upon entry through the porte-cochère and sprawling, light-filled lobby, the tower’s link to the nature that surrounds it is profound and quite evident.  Walls of glass frame jaw-dropping views of Caribbean waters, while an ornate spiral staircase leads residents just a few steps down to the beach.  

Before reaching the sand, a stunning deck with an organic, zero-entry, free-form swimming pool sits adjacent to secluded cabanas, a heated spa, and a 25-meter lap pool.  These offerings are flanked by the Jade Signature Beach Bar & Grill – a gourmet restaurant (private for residents and their guests) which boasts a seasonal farm-to-table menu as well as sweeping ocean views.  Furthering the tower’s parade of conveniences, residents have access to private beach amenities, including chaise lounges, umbrellas, and towel and beach services.

Like Jade Signature’s common areas, the residences of the tower mirror the connection to nature through flow-through floor plans, inspiring views of the horizon, and expansive terraces that could easily double as outdoor living rooms.  Floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows draw the outdoors in, giving residents the unique ability to enjoy year-round balmy breezes and vacation-like vistas each and every day.       

Only a handful homes remain for sale within Jade Signature, including several turnkey homes by renowned interior designers.   The building’s most luxurious offerings -- a portfolio known as “The Collection” -- has a compilation of two-story Sky Villas and a two-story penthouse, ranging from $11.9 million to $29.5 million. The Sky Villas offer spectacular features, such as flow-through views, expansive terraces, private elevators, smart technology, service quarters and PYR-designed bathroom cabinetry. The two-story penthouse boasts all of these world-class features as well as a private pool, gym and 360-degree views.

Jade Signature, which features interiors by Parisian interior design firm PYR, led by Pierre-Yves Rochon, also has a full-service, full-floor spa by natural beauty trailblazer Tata Harper, a state-of-the-art fitness center, library and reading lounge, wine bar, clubroom, entertainment and game lounge, business center, playroom and tech lounge for children and teens, full-service concierge, private elevator entrances, and smart technology throughout. For more information, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

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Here, where turquoise and cobalt-blue Caribbean waters break over an unspoiled stretch of sugar-soft sand, landscape architecture authority Raymond Jungles has created a verdant, Zen-like work-of-art.

When Jungles was tapped by the project’s award-winning developer, Fortune International Group, to transform the property into an opulent retreat, he exceeded every expectation.  The end-result was incomparable to any other area condominium.  

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Because Jade Signature’s parking garage was built underground -- creating a direct connection between the lobby-level, ground-floor amenities and the beach -- and due to its parallelogram footprint, which has allowed for infinitely more sunlight across the undulating terrain -- Jungles had the extraordinary ability to create a mesh of verdant gardens right at the surface (a rarity for most high-rises, which are often marked by towering concrete pedestals at their base).  

With a uniquely vast canvas to work from, Jungles’ subsequent creation was rooted, quite literally, in native flora and fauna -- directly inspired by the natural surrounding beauty of one of the globe’s most treasured coastlines.

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Winding gardens -- rich with coastal dune vegetation, including thick-leafed Sea Grape, Buttonwood and Seven Year Apple specimens -- are complemented by canopies of swaying Coconut, Sabal and Cabbage palms. Natural grasses flank colorful thickets of indigenous wildflowers and encircle pockets of the beach, providing intimate opportunities for relaxation.  Jade Signature’s zero entry free-form swimming pool and lap pool, as well as the Jade Signature Beach Bar & Grill gourmet restaurant and secluded cabanas, are enveloped in vegetation, adding a veil of privacy and shade, while still framing unobstructed views of adjacent ocean waters. Adding to the sheer beauty of Jungles’ design is a showpiece at the tower’s entrance: A grand, 60+-foot tall Kapok tree, which provides sculptural punctuation to the condominium’s timeless landscape.  

Photo Credit: Leo Diaz

Currently, a limited number of residences remain for sale within Jade Signature, including several turnkey homes by renowned interior designers. The building’s most luxurious offerings -- a portfolio known as “The Collection” -- has a compilation of two-story Sky Villas and a two-story penthouse, ranging from $11.9 million to $29.5 million. The Sky Villas offer spectacular features, such as flow-through views, expansive terraces, private elevators, smart technology, service quarters and PYR-designed bathroom cabinetry. The two-story penthouse boasts all of these world-class features as well as a private pool, gym and 360-degree views.

Photo Credit: Leo Diaz

Jade Signature, which features interiors by Parisian interior design firm PYR, led by Pierre-Yves Rochon, also has a full-service, full-floor spa by natural beauty trailblazer Tata Harper, a state-of-the-art fitness center, library and reading lounge, wine bar, clubroom, entertainment and game lounge, business center, playroom and tech lounge for children and teens, full-service concierge, private elevator entrances, and smart technology throughout.

Photo Credit: Leo Diaz

For more information, call 305-744-5197 or visit JadeSignatureCollection.com.

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Optimum Development USA, joined by the project’s general contractor Moss and Fortune Development Sales, broke ground on the highly-anticipated project that will be located in Miami Beach’s MiMo District at 6800 Indian Creek Drive.

Matt Barry, Ricardo Tabet, Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber, Bernardo Fort-Brescia, Ana Cristina and Edgardo Defortuna

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“We are delighted to be hosting this momentous occasion,” said Ricardo Tabet, CEO of Optimum Development USA. “Featuring the extraordinary talents of Piero Lissoni and Bernardo Fort-Brescia of Arquitectonica, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences introduces a new dimension in urban, waterfront living in one of the world’s leading destinations for elegant and sophisticated design. The initial success of the sales process is a true testament to the demand buyers have for the pursuit of pleasure combined with the intimacy of a full-service boutique building.”

“We are honored to host this event,” said Rodolfo Misitano, CEO of Optimum Asset Management (parent company of Optimum Development USA). “As we have grown our business in Europe, our presence in the US has expanded to include multiple cities including New York, Boston and Philadelphia, while continuing to consider Miami a primary market and home base for our US operations.”

Catalina Martucci, Matt Barry, Rosella Garcia Moreno

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To be delivered fully-finished when it is completed in late 2021, world-renowned Italian interior designer Piero Lissoni meticulously curated each of the modern unit interiors with precise attention to detail, inclusive of the refined Italian-made fixtures and finishes, with European custom wood flooring. Lissoni employed a palette of warm whites and rich woods for the lobby and the premier “Resident’s Lounge” -- featuring a library and breakfast bar for leisurely waterfront dining -- that evokes a timeless, classic mood reminiscent of a luxurious Côte d’Azur summer resort and responds to the building’s program of luxury living, fun lifestyle, laid-back environment, and relaxed atmosphere.

City of Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber

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Fortune International Group is the sole broker of the project. “I’m very proud that our company has been selected to handle the sales and marketing of this magnificent building,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “Combining spectacular style, unmatched exclusivity and an array of first-class amenities, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences celebrates the very best Miami Beach has to offer.”

Ricardo Tabet, Bernardo Fort-Brescia

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Monaco Yacht Club & Residences will include one to four-bedroom residences, ranging in size from 918 to nearly 5,000 square feet, if combined. A limited collection of two impressive penthouses will offer expansive living areas, including private terraces with summer kitchens, starting at 2,888 square feet.

Primed for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the meticulously designed homes will feature expansive wraparound terraces each with finished floors and ceilings and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay, the Atlantic Ocean and the Miami skyline.

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Inside, units will have Italian kitchens by Boffi, stone countertops, 10-11-foot high ceilings, large walk-in closets, pre-wired for Home Automation systems to host the latest “Smart Building” technology, private elevator entrances, and premium bathroom interiors featuring imported Italian marble flooring, spacious tubs and frameless, glass-enclosed rainfall showers with designer faucets.

Ricardo Tabet, Ana Cristina & Edgardo Defortuna

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Offering the best of a yachtsman’s lifestyle, Monaco Yacht Club & Residences feature a 12 slip marina available exclusively to residents, as well as a yachting concierge for maintenance needs, yacht charters or sailing, and fishing excursions for the day to the Bahamas, the Florida Keys or to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean and the best of South Florida’s coastal living. Other waterfront amenities include paddle boarding, kayaking and more.

Lucia Morales, Vivian Galego-Mendez, Rosella Garcia Moreno

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Other amenities include a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Miami skyline featuring a pool with poolside chaise lounge chairs, Jacuzzi and shaded lounge areas with a grill for entertaining, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Monaco Yacht Club & Residences are priced from $1.1 million.  For more information, call 305-749-9126 or visit https://monacoyachtclubresidences.com/.

Ricardo Tabet, Matt Barry

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