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South Florida Real Estate Expert Claudia Llanes Joins The Visconti Team At Douglas Elliman

Andres E. Caceres — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 07:01:34 +0000

South Florida real estate expert, and member of the Haute Residence Network in Edgewater, Florida, Claudia Llanes, who recently closed the sale of a $1.1 million unit at the PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, has moved from Cervera Real Estate to join The Visconti Team at Douglas Elliman.

Claudia Llanes and Paolo Visconti of The Visconti Team at Douglas Elliman

Photo Credit: Josue Acosta

The luxury home and lifestyle advisor joins Paolo Visconti as The Visconti Team is launching as an independent group under the wing of one of the world's largest brokerages.

“We decided to work together because we complement each other very well," says Llanes. "I consider myself an excellent relationship-builder, while Paolo is an amazing negotiator.”

The duo met at an open house and instantly clicked. She previously helped him market a Miami Beach listing at Murano. After doing several deals together, they decided to join forces under the Douglas Elliman umbrella. Just days from officially launching their team, Llanes and Visconti have already landed two exclusive listings at PARAMOUNT and Vizcayne, as well as two sales.

“I’m genuinely excited to start this new venture with Claudia," says Visconti. "I’m proud to have been servicing my clients for 16 years and look forward to continuing to do the same with her support.”

The team's office is located at 111 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach.

For more information, please contact Claudia Llanes at 786.449.8688 or Claudia.Llanes@elliman.com

Claudia Llanes is the exclusive agent representing the Edgewater, Florida real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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Jennifer Nicole Lee Presents A Paramount Miami WorldCenter Penthouse

Haute Residence — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 18:09:36 +0000

Jennifer Nicole Lee presents

PARAMOUNT MIAMI WORLDCENTER is the signature residential tower delivering an exceptional living experience in the heart of Miami WorldCenter which is nearly 27 acres wide and the largest master-planned projects in development in USA. This single iconic tower rising 700 feet into the sky featuring 57 floors with over 500 residences and 26 penthouses. Great design, unique style provides one of a kind experience of living above the city within a city. Today the tower is a world-class international destination that offers you one of a kind experience and lifestyle with the most Amenities in the world.

Listed by Irit Daiksel

Address: 851 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33132

Price: $3,800,000

Photo credit: Courtesy of Irit Daiksel

For more information, please contact Jennifer Nicole Lee at 786-516-6636 or jlee@onesothebysrealty.com

Jennifer Nicole Lee is the exclusive agent representing the Downtown Miami, FL real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here

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PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Wins Esteemed USA and Americas Property Award

Andres E. Caceres — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 20:18:17 +0000

PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, one of the most international properties on the planet with residents from more than 57 countries, has won the coveted USA & Americas Property Awards in the 2020 - 2021 International Property Awards competition.

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Developed under the leadership of Dan Kodsi and Miami Worldcenter Associates, and created by award-winning architecture firm Elkus Manfredi in conjunction with PARAMOUNT Ventures’ in-house design team – PARAMOUNT secured victory in the “Residential High-Rise Development – Florida” category.

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Completed in 2019, PARAMOUNT – soaring 60 stories and commandeering the Miami skyline – is the most amenitized and most talked about building in the country. Located in the heart of Miami’s newly-vibrant Downtown, the project is part of the second-largest mixed-use urban development in America and a center-point of the Magic City’s commercial, cultural and culinary reinvention.

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A world-renowned mark of excellence, the International Property Awards celebrate the highest levels of achievement by companies operating in all sectors of the property and real estate industry – from architecture and development to interior design. The awards are split into regions covering Arabia, Europe, Africa, Canada, Central & South America, the Caribbean, USA, UK and Asia Pacific. Participants enter at their relevant national level and are judged by a highly experienced team of over 80 industry experts who cover the whole range of property disciplines. Judging focuses on design, quality, service, innovation, originality, and commitment to sustainability. The USA & Americas Property Awards are considered to be the largest, most prestigious, and widely recognized program in the region.

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“We’re thrilled to be recognized with this tremendous honor. PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter is a true passion project, a literal labor of love, and is unlike any other project I’ve worked on previously. We set out to create a truly one-of-a-kind and once-in-a-generation urban landmark and seeing this project come to fruition is a crowning achievement,” said Dan Kodsi, developer of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter. “We knew that we had created a new paradigm by giving buyers more than they had asked for or thought possible with the most amenities in the world, and it’s extremely rewarding to see the resounding response with buyers from literally across the globe. Nowhere in the world will residents have such a concentrated volume of amenities, public transportation options and landmark entertainment venues directly within a few blocks of their doorsteps. This is a tower that simply can’t be replicated.”

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

PARAMOUNT’s development team will be presented with their award in an online virtual ceremony on November 10^th. The top winners in each region will automatically be entered into the overall international awards, culminating in announcements of the International and World’s Best winners at the end of the process.

As highlighted by this latest prestigious victory, PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter excels in the over-the-top. The tower is known for having the most amenities in the world and also offers a service-rich lifestyle. The building employs a full-time lifestyle concierge management team that live in-house, and service residents’ every request – with no request too big or too small.

PARAMOUNT is 92 percent sold with nearly a half-billion dollars in sales of their 500+ city- and bay-view residences. Tower residences range in size from 1,180 to 2,350 square feet, with prices starting at $750 per square foot. A limited selection of penthouses and villas remain.

PARAMOUNT has made international headlines with its Upper Deck. It is the largest amenity deck in the U.S., spanning four acres, positioned 90 feet above downtown Miami. It features an extraordinary array of action-packed luxury amenities that include the country’s first outdoor soccer field to be featured in a high-rise residential development; two tennis courts; multiple resort-style pools; lush parks and spa baths, among others.

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Located in the heart of Miami’s downtown at the crossroads of culture, entertainment, art and fine dining, residents enjoy an unparalleled location just an elevator ride away from Miami’s waterfront and most-celebrated cultural and entertainment landmarks such as the Adrienne Arsht Center, Pérez Art Museum Miami, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, and the American Airlines Arena. Also within close proximity to the 27-acre Miami Worldcenter is the planned Marriott Marquis Miami Worldcenter Hotel and Expo and Virgin Trains USA Miami Central Station.

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For additional information about PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, call (855) 756-0123, see www.PARAMOUNTmiami.com or visit the sales center at 1010 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33132.

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QUARAN-TUNES: Grammy Award winner Cedric Gervais debuts new set atop PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Andres E. Caceres — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 16:00:13 +0000

On May 29th, world-famous Grammy Award-winning French DJ Cedric Gervais played a set of his show atop PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, the 60-story landmark tower in the heart of Miami.

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As Mental Health Awareness Month was coming to a close, Gervais debuted his new set, “Waking Up” in the 90-minute show. He created it to provide a spotlight on and offer hope to the front-line workers and the overall citizenry of the world that were enduring the COVID-19 quarantine. Gervais wanted to uplift those who were feeling distressed from the impact of social distancing measures that were implemented.

“The goal of the concert is to relay an urgent message that there is hope for those suffering with depression and mental health issues from this challenging time, and an opportunity to raise funds so that everyone has access to this essential care,” said TJ Sabo, Chief Creative Officer at PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter and the event’s organizer. “Society is facing an epic challenge and we must wake up to the reality that there will be lasting emotional and psychological traumatic stress. People are fearful of catching the virus, losing a loved one, losing their jobs and not being able to pay their bills. The burnout is real for many.”

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

The concert was held in partnership with PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Miami), City of Miami Police Department, Participant Capital, and dance music label Armada Music. It was broadcasted on Instagram Live, Twitch, Facebook and YouTube.

“As the producer of REEL Minds Miami, the largest mental health lm festival in the U.S., we at NAMI have seen firsthand the power of music and lm in stimulating awareness and human connection that help promote good mental health,” said Kathryn Coppola, Executive Director of NAMI Miami. “With the cancellation of our lm festival due to COVID-19, we thank Cedric Gervais and PARAMOUNT Miami for bringing NAMI, Miami and the world together to celebrate the healing powers of music, community, resilience and support.”

“We are all so focused on the material impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our physical health and economy that it’s easy to neglect the profound psychological impact it has had on all of us,” said Jorge Colina, City of Miami Police Chief. “As our community members endure extended isolation and uncertainty, it’s important that we continue to send out positive messages of love and support.”

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

“The concert’s message is to make sure people understand that a psychological reaction is normal and there are intervention support organizations like NAMI that o er assistance during this time and help educate people about the expected psychological impact and reactions to trauma. We want to make sure that people with acute issues like burnout and PTSD can nd the help that they need,” said Cedric Gervais. “PARAMOUNT was the perfect setting for the launch of ‘Waking Up.’ The tower is a beacon of light and hope.”

For additional information about NAMI and to support mental health awareness, please see https://namimiami.org/cedricgervais-wakingup/.

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Marc Roberts, Miami Worldcenter Co-Founder, Returns With A Massive Purchase

Colin Daniels, M.A. — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 18:03:43 +0000

Photo Credit: PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Marc Roberts, one of the original founders of the Miami Worldcenter project, is celebrating a big win for the upcoming development. The Worldcenter team recently sold another site within the project for $26.78M to IRR Parkway Investments LLC.

IRR Parkway Investments is co-managed by Ira Saferstein, co-owner and managing member of Titan Capital ID, real estate lenders in the New York City market; and Marc Roberts, one of the original founders of the Miami Worldcenter project.

Roberts, who began his career as a boxing promoter before jumping into real estate, co-founded Miami Worldcenter with Art Falcone. After the market downturn in 2008, Roberts continued to invest in Miami with new acquisitions and projects.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Photo Credit: PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Miami Worldcenter, a $4 billion project with a condo, apartment, retail and hotel components, is the second-largest mixed-used development planned in the United States. The first phase of development is underway. About 150,000 square feet of retail space has been completed at Miami Worldcenter, and retailers are expected to open in 2021. Miami Worldcenter is a one-acre site between North Miami Avenue, 9th and 10th streets in downtown Miami.

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The Penthouse Collection At PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Tops The South Florida Skyline

Andres E. Caceres — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:48:57 +0000

With unimpeded 360-degree views of the sunshine that surrounds Miami, the Penthouse Collection at PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter tops off the residential tower within the 27-acre mixed-use site.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

The 60-story skyscraper’s 26 signature penthouses are made up of 18 large single-story residences and eight two-story duplex units, located in the circular upper core of the tower. They range in price between $3.5 and $11 million. The impressive layouts have between 3,500 and over 6,000 square feet, with four or five bedrooms per residence.

There are four duplex penthouses on the 54^th, 55^th and 57^th floors, part of the tower’s four-level Skydeck. The striking design resembles an Italian super yacht, featuring a sky view lounge, sunrise pool, observatory, infinity pool, sundeck and Tai Chi deck.

The Penthouse Collection at PARAMOUNT has top-of-the-line luxuries. These include private elevator access to the units, chef kitchens within the units with 12-foot islands and luxurious appliances like full-size wine coolers and induction cooktops from premium brands Sub-Zero and Wolf.

The 10-foot ceilings in all of the living spaces provide natural light and views that are unequaled. Imagine waking up every day looking at Biscayne Bay, bustling downtown Miami, and the cruises arriving and departing from the Port of Miami. Then think of the sunsets to delight your eyes.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Other features in the units include expansive outdoor living rooms, and bathrooms complete with rain showers and spa tubs.

“The Penthouse Collection is yet another testament to the new dimension PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter is introducing to the market,” said developer Daniel Kodsi. “A true rarity, our penthouse residents will enjoy expansive floorplans and oversized, outdoor living rooms, designed to feel like a true single family home in the sky with sweeping 180 degree views and all of the benefits of our urban location and unmatched amenity offerings.”

Widely regarded as the most amenitized building in the U.S., PARAMOUNT boasts its Upper Deck, which has opened as the largest amenity deck in the country. Situated 90 feet above downtown Miami, with the country’s first outdoor soccer field in a high-rise residential development, along with two tennis courts, a resort-style pools, multiple bungalows, and more. Last summer, PARAMOUNT began closing on their residences and residents have already begun moving into their units.

The residences at PARAMOUNT have amazed the highest of expectations from the real estate world, garnering attention from a global audience and buyers. More than 57 countries are represented among the buyers of residences at PARAMOUNT. Over 90% of the residential units at PARAMOUNT have been sold with more than $400 million in sales of their 500+ city- and bay-view units. Residences in the tower range in size from 1,180 to 2,350 square feet, with a starting price of $750 per square foot.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

For more, see www.PARAMOUNTmiami.com or visit the sales center at 1010 NE 2^nd Ave., Miami, FL 33132.

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Real Estate Developer Panelists At Haute Residence 2020 Luxury Miami Real Estate Summit

Andres E. Caceres — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 18:05:41 +0000

The real estate developer panel at the Haute Residence 2020 Luxury Miami Real Estate Summit taking place next Wednesday, February 12th at Residences by Armani/Casa (18975 Collins Ave.) is a "who's who" in the industry.

The event will be covered extensively by Fox Business Network and Anchor of FBN:AM, Cheryl Casone, who is taking her New York film crew to Miami's sandy beaches to interview some of the real estate industry's biggest names at the Summit.

The "Titans of Miami" panelists will start this year's Summit at one of the grandest residential locations in all of South Florida, where they will speak of the luxury real estate market and where they see it heading. Listen and learn from them by purchasing your ticket to the Summit HERE.

They are:

Gil Dezer, President, Dezer Development

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An accomplished businessman and humanitarian, Gil Dezer is a visionary developer, and one of the largest oceanfront property owners in Sunny Isles Beach. Dezer and his father, Michael Dezer, own just over 27 acres of prime oceanfront property, arguably one of the largest holdings of beachfront property owned and developable in the state of Florida.

Dezer has been instrumental in changing the face and value of the South Florida residential real estate industry through the introduction of brand partnerships, connecting his developments with some of the world’s most recognized brand names.

In collaboration with real estate mogul and now-President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, Dezer led the Trump Organization’s first foray into the South Florida real estate market through the successful development of Trump Grande Ocean Resort and Residences and Trump Towers in Sunny Isles Beach.

Dezer Development received a $214 million construction loan from Wells Fargo in September 2013, at the time marking the largest loan for a single construction project in the Southeast in the post-recession era. The highly-anticipated Porsche Design Tower officially became a reality in the first quarter of 2017, marking the completion of the iconic tower.

Dezer leveraged this track record of success with marquee lifestyle brands to enter into an exclusive partnership with The Related Group and Armani/Casa Interior Design Studio to launch the world-renowned fashion and furnishings designer, Giorgio Armani’s, first residential tower in the U.S. real estate market, Residences by Armani/Casa. Designed by globally-acclaimed Argentine-born architect, César Pelli, the 56-story oceanfront tower features 308 luxurious residences and incomparable amenities spanning two floors, all exquisitely designed by Armani/Casa with rich textiles and custom furnishings.

Louis Birdman, Co-Developer, One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects

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For nearly three decades, real estate industry veteran Louis Birdman has taken a leadership role in the development of over 70 residential projects, comprising more than 18,000 residential units nationwide.

Mr. Birdman has a significant background in property acquisitions, dispositions, entitlements, financing, planning, design, construction, sales, and marketing. Mr. Birdman has been a principal investor and developer in numerous real estate development projects throughout Florida and nationwide, including Las Vegas, Arizona, Colorado, and Texas.

He is also the founder and principal of Louis Birdman Architect, an architectural consulting practice that provides consulting services to developers of real estate in both related and unrelated entities. He has been a registered architect licensed in Florida since 1989 and has held architectural licenses in multiple jurisdictions in the United States, including Chicago, New York, and Nevada.

Mr. Birdman is the co-Developer of One Thousand Museum Residences by Zaha Hadid Architects, a 62-story condominium tower in Miami with 84 half-floor and full-floor residences. One Thousand Museum just completed, ushering in a new era of luxury living in Miami.

Edgardo Defortuna, President, CEO and Founder, Fortune International Group

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Edgardo Defortuna is 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. Since its launch in 1983, Fortune International Group has been a preeminent leader in real estate sales, management, and development, successfully operating and building in South Florida’s best neighborhoods including Brickell, Key Biscayne, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Aventura, and Sunny Isles Beach. Today, Fortune International Group maintains 18 offices worldwide with over 1000 agents. In addition, its portfolio of developments includes Jade Residences at Brickell Bay, Jade Beach, Jade Ocean, Auberge Beach Residences & Spa Fort Lauderdale, The Ritz-Carlton Sunny Isles Beach, and Jade Signature.

Fortune International Group is well-known around the world, with a strong presence in Latin America. The company has also penetrated the European and Asian markets at full speed, with a special focus on Spain, Britain, France, Turkey, and Russia. Through his company’s success, Mr. Defortuna is widely recognized for having made a significant contribution to the internationalization of Miami and its reputation as a global business, trade and vacation hub.

A pioneer in many areas, Mr. Defortuna can be credited for being of the first Miami developers to align with international “starchitects” to bring his vision to fruition. Fortune International Group has worked with the very best in the world including Herzog & De Meuron, Pierre Yves Rochon, Michele Bonan, Arquitectonica, Carlos Ott and others.

According to Mr. Defortuna, “the keys to successful residential real estate development include market knowledge, construction experience and access to plenty of capital. Equally important are ambition and reputation.”

Shahab S. Karmely, Founder, KAR Properties LLC

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With 35 years of international real estate experience, Shahab S. Karmely has honed an impressive pedigree in transactional, managerial, and developmental disciplines. These, combined with an extensive background in fine arts and design, are the foundational elements of his development expertise and overall vision. As the founder of KAR Properties LLC, and through KAR and/or its affiliates, Mr. 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.

KAR has made a significant entry into the Miami market with acquisitions and investments in excess of $300 million in established and emerging neighborhoods. Mr.Karmely’s background as a developer/owner/manager gives him a unique perspective and invaluable insights in analyzing and implementing the appropriate strategies for a variety of asset classes. He champions innovative and inventive approaches in response to changing market conditions, trends, and new opportunities as is required in today’s dynamic and challenging real estate markets.

Marcelo Kingston, Managing Partner, Multiplan Real Estate Asset Management (REAM)

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Marcelo Kingston, Managing Partner of Multiplan Real Estate Asset Management (REAM), has more than 20 years of experience in the real estate development and financial sectors throughout the United States and Brazil.

Under Mr. Kingston’s oversight, Multiplan REAM--founded by José Isaac Peres, the internationally-recognized Brazilian developer, and owner of major residential and commercial real estate holdings--is currently developing 57 Ocean, a new, ultra-luxury wellness-inspired oceanfront condominium in Miami Beach. Designed by globally-acclaimed Miami-based firm Arquitectonica, the enclave will feature a limited collection of 81 residences in a one-of-a-kind, elegant and high-profile boutique residential building with luxury amenities.

Mr. Kingston is also the founder and former CEO of PatioMix Shopping Centers, a fully-integrated Brazilian mall company with development, construction, leasing and management capabilities. Active in the industry, as well as his surrounding community, he is a member of the ULI Florida Multifamily Product Council, the Key Biscayne Village Educational Advisory Board, and the Key Biscayne K-8 Educational Excellence School Advisory Council.

Mr. Kingston holds a BA in Finance from Louisiana State University, a Master of Design from the Illinois Institute of Technology, and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Daniel Kodsi, CEO, Royal Palm Companies

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Daniel Kodsi is a real estate veteran who has successfully developed or repositioned over 6,000 units across mixed-use developments, multi-family, residential communities, and hospitality assets. Mr. Kodsi is CEO of Royal Palm Companies, a Miami based development firm established in the 1970s, and the visionary behind PARAMOUNT Branded Developments, one of the leading luxury real estate brands in Florida. With $2 billion in completed projects, he brings a proven track record of identifying underserved market opportunities, executing complex large-scale projects, and generating value for private and institutional investors.

Mr. Kodsi has been consistently credited with defining new neighborhoods and development trends and is regarded as an industry leader. Some of his most notable projects include the signature PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, West Palm Beach’s Esplanade Grande, and PARAMOUNT Bay in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood. Mr. Kodsi’s projects have attracted buyers from more than 50 different countries and continue to raise the bar with record resales in price per foot.

As an industry leader, Kodsi has appeared as a guest speaker and panel member for The Urban Land Institute (ULI), Real Deal, Biz Now, National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) and the EB-5 Council. Kodsi has also appeared as a guest on national television newscasts on major networks and is a member of the Haute 100 list of most influential people in Miami.

Mr. Kodsi has earned a Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance with a concentration in Urban Planning from the University of Miami and has been a licensed General Contractor since 1992. Active in the community, Mr. Kodsi is regularly called upon to share his expert knowledge with industry colleagues and leaders, and has previously served as Vice President and Executive Board Member for the Urban Land Institute (ULI), as well as on the boards of the Developer Business Alliance (DBA) and the Builders Association of South Florida (BASF).

Ricardo Tabet, Co-Founder and CEO, Optimum Development USA

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Ricardo Tabet is the co-founder and CEO of Optimum Development USA LLC, a fully integrated real estate and development investment firm with offices in the U.S. and Europe. An accomplished professional with more than 22 years of experience in the real estate industry, Mr. Tabet is widely regarded as a highly respected business executive and successful residential and commercial developer.

Curating, creating and delivering unique, exclusive lifestyle and architecturally distinctive properties, Mr. Tabet specializes in developing ultra-luxury condominiums, high-end retail, strategically located lifestyle boutique hotels and “Class A” office buildings in prime locations throughout the world. Among the company’s most notable recent projects are The Celino Hotel in Miami Beach, a Small Luxury Hotels of the World brand; 160 Imlay in Brooklyn, a luxury residential condominium conversion that was formerly the New York Dock Co.; Labels Berlin 1 and 2 in Germany; and the Exchange Palace in Budapest, a mixed-use project being developed in one of the most renowned buildings in Europe that formerly housed the country’s stock exchange.

As a former senior executive of several large national and international investments firms, Mr. Tabet has been involved in more than $4 billion in real estate transaction deals and has led the acquisitions, repositions and development of major real estate assets in the Middle East, Europe, the United States, and South America. He has also acted as an exclusive representative and real estate investment advisor to many institutions, foreign investment banks, and family wealth management offices.

Mr. Tabet earned his bachelor’s degree in finance and hotel administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and his Master in Business Administration from Harvard Business School.

Eric Fordin, Vice President, The Related Group

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Eric Fordin is a Vice President at The Related Group. His commercial real estate experience spans more than 21 years, with specialization in the acquisition, entitlement, development, financing, sales, and marketing of multifamily and mixed use development projects.

Since joining Related in 2004, Mr. Fordin has been involved in the development, from concept through construction completion, of over 2,000 units with a value in excess of $3 billion. These projects include the Residences by Armani Casa, Hyde Resort & Residences, Apogee Beach, Beachwalk Resort & Residences, Hyde Beach House, Loft and Loft 2.

His oversight includes the negotiation of land acquisition and partnership agreements, development budget creation and project fiscal responsibility along with the overall management of the development process including overseeing the team of consultants including general contractors, architects, engineers and designers in the realization of The Related Group projects.

After earning a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of South Florida, Mr. Fordin attended New York University where he completed real estate-related courses in project management, cash flow analysis, and construction essentials for owners and developers.

Full Schedule of Events at Haute Residence 2020 Luxury Miami Real Estate Summit:

11:00am – 11:30am: Welcome and Registration

11:45am – 1:15pm: Titans of Miami – “East Coast Kings”

Masters of the Miami skyline sound off on where they see the luxury market heading and its evolution.

Developer Panelists: Gil Dezer, Louis Birdman, Dan Kodsi, Shahab Karmely, Marcelo Kingston, Edgardo Defortuna, Ricardo Tabet, Eric Fordin

1:15pm – 1:30pm: Jumbo Loan King

Eric Fessler, expert entrepreneur, has over 30 years of mortgage banking experience closing over $10 billion. Fessler discusses the procurement of jumbo loans in single-family homes along with warranty and non-warranty new condominium developments on a nationwide scale.

1:30pm – 2:30pm: Lunch – Residences by Armani/Casa

Network with the greatest minds of development and brokerage in the luxury real estate market.

2:45pm – 3:45pm: International Power Brokers Panel

Top broker/agents from key international real estate meccas such as Miami Beach, Los Angeles, New York City and Cayman Islands sound off on the latest in market conditions and development.

Panelists: Dolly Lenz and Jenny Lenz (NYC), Mary Ann Osborn (LA), Richard Steinberg (NYC), Cody Vichinsky (NYC) Olivia Hsu Decker (San Francisco) Jay Parker (Miami), Ben Bacal (Hollywood Hills), Michael Goldstein (Miami), Sue Nickason (Cayman Islands)

4:00pm – 5:00pm: Miami Power Brokers

Top South Florida brokers share their knowledge on the evolution and direction of the luxury market today.

Panelists: Jill Eber, Maria Eugenia Alvarez Vitale, Jeff Miller, Lourdes Alatriste, Steve Solomon, Crista Ryan, Sebastian Tettamanti, Christian Martinez

5:00pm: Summit Closing Remarks

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PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Starts Miami Art Week With Show-Stealing Exhibit Of Flying Car

Andres E. Caceres — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 20:50:49 +0000

Miami Art Week is off to a flying start as PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter unveils a prototype of the world’s first flying car along with its contemporary art collection at a special private, VIP preview exhibit on Tuesday, December 3^rd.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

PARAMOUNT, the world’s most-equipped residential tower, known for its innovative flying car Skyport, will host the exhibit entitled: “Miami 2020 and Beyond” featuring the PAL-V (Personal Air Landing Vehicle) Pioneer flying car and an impressive contemporary art collection including “Red World” by renowned artist Steven Manolis, and “Miami Vice” and “Moons Over Miami” by Miami’s hometown museum-class graffiti artist Ahol Sniffs Glue (also known as David Anasagasti). Ahol Sniffs Glue's works in the development, featuring his trademark's "eyes" in spray paints blend seamlessly with PARAMOUNT's lobby and urban design.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

The Dutch-made PAL-V Pioneer – already in production and selling for $599,000 with 70 flying cars already sold – comes with retractable overhead and rear propellers and tail wings, and can cruise at an altitude as high as 12,500 feet. Using automobile gasoline instead of jet fuel, it reaches speeds of 200 miles per hour in the air and 100 miles per hour on the ground.

PARAMOUNT's 58^th floor Skydeck is designed so it can be modified in the future as a Skyport with a hydraulic floor capable of transforming its rooftop pool into a take-off and landing pad for flying cars.

Miami Vice by Ahol Sniffs Glue

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Other artists in the exhibit include sculptor Tatiana Blanco, painter Janos, photographers Rafael Balcazar and Gonzalo Fuenmayor and more.

“We are delighted to support, promote and celebrate innovation as well as prominent local and international artists at PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter,” said developer Dan Kodsi. “Miami is the city of the future and an international art world capital. We are pleased to celebrate Miami Art Week by unveiling our Contemporary Collection.”

Floating Sculpture (No Title) by Tatiana Blanco

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

PARAMOUNT Residences

PARAMOUNT has 90% of its 500+ city- and bay-view residence inventory sold already, amounting over $400 million in sales. Units range in size from 1,180 to 2,350 square feet, with prices starting at $750 per square foot. It has more than 57 nationalities represented among its buyer pool. The tower's Upper Deck has caught worldwide attention as the largest amenity deck in the U.S. In four acres, 90 feet above downtown Miami, it has amenities including:

First-in-the-U.S. outdoor soccer field in a high-rise residential development
Two tennis courts
Multiple resort-style pools
Lush parks and spa baths
And more

Photo Credit: Courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

For additional information about PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, call (855) 756-0123, see www.PARAMOUNTmiami.com or visit the sales center at 1010 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33132.

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PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Prepares For Fall Liftoff 2019

Andres E. Caceres — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 20:47:54 +0000

Photo Credit: PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

New York City has Hudson Yards -- Miami has Miami Worldcenter. Located in the heart of Miami’s bustling next-generation Downtown, Miami Worldcenter is the largest project of its kind in city history and one of the most massive urban developments ever undertaken in the entire United States. Miami Worldcenter – a 27-acre complex of residences, offices, retail options, dining destinations, a convention center, and hotel – takes mixed-use development to luxurious new levels.

Its coup de grace is PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, a futuristic 60-story signature residential tower, which serves as a bold symbol and stark reminder of Miami’s reputation as “The City of the Future.” PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter stands as an homage to the city’s new commercial, ethnic and cultural vibrancy, and offers one of the most exciting lifestyle destinations in America.

PARAMOUNT and Miami Worldcenter are about to become Miami's new hub and we honestly cannot wait to be there and walk up and down, left and right. The city's classic and most-known streets will have a new address attaining the local and touring communities' attention. The lucky ones that have purchased units in PARAMOUNT will not have to go far (just an elevator ride instead!) to be in the hustle and bustle of the mega-sized development.

South Florida has been highly anticipating the development's arrival since construction started just under four years ago.

PARAMOUNT is located three blocks away from Miami Central Station. Richard Branson's Virgin Trains USA's new express train service will connect Miami travelers from Miami Central Station to stations in West Palm Beach and Orlando by 2021.

Exclusive to PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter homeowners is the chance to own one of 26 luxury poolside bungalows. Each one is priced at $350,000. Each bungalow includes an entertainment area, a living room, a bar, a bathroom with a shower, and a rooftop terrace.

Keeping true with Miami's Latin American flavor, an indoor regulation-size (200 feet long) soccer field will be a one-of-a-kind experience for all who visit it.

57 countries are represented among the buyers of residences at PARAMOUNT. Nearly 90% of the residential units have been sold.

There is so much more to discover at PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter. Visit www.PARAMOUNTmiami.com for more information.

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PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Offers State-Of-The-Art Residential Amenities for the Sports and Fitness Enthusiast

Alejandra Tenorio — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 13:00:01 +0000

From the visionary mastermind of Dan Kodsi comes PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter -- the most amenitized residential building in the world. Presenting an unparalleled lifestyle, the luxe residential tower will boast 46 cutting-edge amenities including an action-packed array of state-of-the-art fitness and sports amenities for the ultimate sports enthusiast.

Kicking up the stakes, PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter will feature one of America’s first outdoor soccer fields in a high-rise residential development. Built to indoor regulation size, the pitch is scoring a game-winning goal with buyers around the globe.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

“The world’s number one sport is coming to PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter,” said developer Daniel Kodsi. “We are including amenities for families who wish to live in the core of downtown Miami but also want plenty of open green space to play. PARAMOUNT has attracted buyers from around the world and will not only boast luxurious living with world-class amenities, but it will also be nestled in the heart of what is set to be the very best new shopping, entertainment and dining district.”

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

In addition to the soccer field, the highly-anticipated development will boast tennis courts, a running course, yoga deck, basketball court and racquetball court. Its first-of-its-kind Upper Deck will debut as the largest amenity deck in the U.S. spanning four-acres at 90 feet above downtown Miami and is home to the tower’s chic resort-style pool complete with floating pods and private bungalows along with a premier sports and entertainment complex. The only residential tower currently for sale within the mixed-use Miami Worldcenter site – PARAMOUNT will offer residents a vibrant blend of retail, restaurants, office space, lush parks, galleries and nightlife.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

With the end user's experience in mind, PARAMOUNT set out to create amenities that allow families who wish to live in the heart of Downtown Miami the ability to access open green space to stay fit, relax and soak up the sun. Embodying the Miami lifestyle, its sports facilities and fitness amenities will feature unparalleled skyline views and seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

For those looking to stay in shape, the multi-faceted residential development will also feature a jogging path, boxing studio, Tai Chi deck and state-of-the-art fitness center. Ready for move-in this year, it’s hard to resist the appeal of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter. Nestled in the heart of Miami’s legendary downtown completewith large residences, expansive outdoor living rooms and luxurious resort-style amenities, the residential sky complex is revolutionizing the industry.

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How PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Became The Country’s Most Amenitized Building

Alejandra Tenorio — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 18:47:38 +0000

Located in the heart of Downtown Miami, mere blocks away from the trendy Wynwood Walls and Miami’s Design District, and within walking distance to the American Airlines Arena (home of the NBA’s Miami Heat) launches PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, from the visionary Daniel Kodsi, bringing forth the most amenitized building in the country. PARAMOUNT is set to transform how residents live, work and play in the comfort of their own home.

The landmark tower has attracted buyers from all over the world, bringing in record-setting sales with 55 nationalities represented among its buyer pool. Kodsi traveled to the world’s most dynamic metropolises to frame his vision for the future of Miami’s downtown focusing on creating condominiums that offer unparalleled, luxurious amenities that elevate the lifestyle of residents. PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter is a testament to that vision and has become one of the top-selling residential buildings in Miami-Dade County.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

As the signature residential tower of the 30-acre Miami Worldcenter – the nation’s second-largest mixed-use development, PARAMOUNT incorporates urban elements surrounded by the buzzy streets of Downtown Miami. Residents will enjoy an unparalleled location just an elevator ride away from the exciting array of retail, restaurants, office space, lush parks, galleries and nightlife planned for the cosmopolitan development and will be within walking distance of Miami’s waterfront and most celebrated cultural and entertainment landmarks.

Featuring unparalleled panoramic views and ultra-luxurious finishes and design, the soaring 60-story glass-clad tower will include 26 signature penthouses with jaw-dropping views of Miami’s picturesque downtown.

“A true rarity, our penthouse residents will enjoy expansive floorplans and oversized, outdoor living rooms, designed to feel like a true single family home in the sky with sweeping 180-degree views with all of the benefits of our urban location and unmatched amenity offerings,” said developer Daniel Kodsi. “The Penthouse Collection is yet another testament to the new dimension PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter is introducing to downtown.”

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Among PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter’s most compelling features is its first-of-its-kind four-acre Upper Deck. At 90’ in the sky, the Upper Deck is home to chic resort-style pools, private poolside bungalows, and a premier sports and entertainment complex that includes the country’s first outdoor soccer field to be featured in a high-rise residential development and two tennis courts. Throughout the building are multiple levels of elite state-of-the-art amenities including a boxing studio, aerobics and yoga studio, Conservatory, Observatory, Skyport, and “Jam Room with Recording Studio,” among others. PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter has curated a dynamic array of action-packed amenities unrivaled by any other condominium in the world.

Promising a new benchmark for luxury city living, the project will also include an exclusive collection of chic Urban Villas located steps away from some of PARAMOUNT’s most lavish amenities. The four grand standalone two-story villas will feature three bedrooms, a den, rooftop for entertaining and private sky pools. The ultra-luxurious villas offer the best of both worlds by seamlessly blending the comfort of a single-family home while in an urban setting.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter

Set to deliver Summer 2019, it’s hard to resist the appeal of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter. Nestled in the heart of Miami’s legendary downtown, with large residences with expansive outdoor living rooms and luxurious resort-style amenities, the residential sky complex is revolutionizing the industry.

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PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter Unveils Urban Villas

Alejandra Tenorio — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 22:04:09 +0000

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT

Located in the heart of Downtown Miami, mere blocks away from the trendy Wynwood Walls and Miami’s Design District, and walking distance to American Airlines Arena (home of the NBA’s Miami Heat) comes PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, from the trusted vision of Dan Kodsi, bringing forth the most amenitized building in the country set to transform how residents live and play in the comfort of their own home.

Now, the signature residential tower of one of the most visionary and largest mixed-used developments is unveiling an exclusive collection of urban villas located steps away from some of PARAMOUNT's most lavish amenities.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT

The four exclusive two-story villas will feature three bedrooms, a den, rooftop for entertainment and private sky pools. The ultra-luxurious villas offer the best of both worlds by seamlessly blending the comfort of a single-family home while in an urban setting.

It’s hard to resist the appeal of PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter. Nestled in the heart of Miami’s legendary downtown, with large residences with expansive outdoor living rooms and luxurious resort-style amenities, the residential sky complex is revolutionizing the industry.

Photo courtesy of PARAMOUNT

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Meet The Masterminds Behind The Cosmopolitan Miami Skyline

Alejandra Tenorio — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 16:06:44 +0000

Haute Residence’s annual Luxury Miami Real Estate Summit will take place this year on November 12th & 13th. The two-day event will be held at Estates at Acqualina and will invite the biggest names in the industry from world-renowned developers, brokers and industry moguls. The summit will connect Haute Residence’s prestigious panel of industry leaders with high-end buyers, sellers and industry peers in an informative and intimate setting, with none other than the illustrious Estates at Acqualina as the backdrop of the ultra-luxurious affair.

The Summit will grant guests access to some of the greatest game changers in the city and also connect buyers with the most exquisite luxury properties, brokers and developments in the world. The Titans of Miami ‘East Coast Kings’ panel will include Jules Trump, Louis Birdman, Ugo Colombo, Gil Dezer, Dan Kodsi and Carlos Rosso. Get to know the masters behind the cosmopolitan Miami skyline before they dish on where they see the luxury market heading and its evolution at this year's summit.

Jules Trump

Jules Trump, along with his brother Eddie Trump, is co-chairman of several companies collectively known as The Trump Group, which cover a broad spectrum of industries. The Trump brothers are best known for their development of Williams Island, Acqualina Resort, and The Mansions at Acqualina. Jules’ and Eddie’s philanthropic endeavors and those of The Trump Group include the founding and operation of the I Have a Dream Foundation chapter in Miami, Florida and the founding and operation of the Beit Issie Shapiro home for children with disabilities in Israel.

Dan Kodsi

Dan Kodsi, CEO of Royal Palm Companies, is a real estate veteran and visionary behind PARAMOUNT Branded Developments -- one of the leading luxury real estate brands in Florida. Regarded as an esteemed industry leader, Kodsi has a track record of identifying underserved market opportunities, executing large-scale projects and generating value for investors. His most notable projects include PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, West Palm Beach's Esplanade Grande and PARAMOUNT Bay.

Gil Dezer

An accomplished businessman and humanitarian, Gil Dezer has been instrumental in changing the face and value of the South Florida residential real estate industry. Dezer, along with his father Michael Dezer, owns over 27 acres of prime oceanfront property in the state of Florida. His most notable projects include Trump Grande Ocean Resort and Residences, Trump Towers in Sunny Isles Beach, Porsche Design Tower and Armani Casa Residences slated for completion in 2019.

Louis Birdman

Louis Birdman is currently the co-developer of One Thousand Museum designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, an ultra-luxurious high-rise condominium tower transforming the cosmopolitan Miami skyline. Birdman is a real estate industry veteran who has taken leadership role in over 70 residential projects nationwide. Some of his most notable Miami projects include the Emerald at Brickell Condominium, the DaVinci Condominium and Vue at Brickell Condominium.

Carlos Rosso

Carlos Rosso serves as the president of The Related Group, Condominium Division. As President of the Condominium Division, he has directed all aspects of residential development both in various properties in Florida and internationally in Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and Uruguay. Throughout his career Mr. Rosso has developed more than 16,000 units, bringing his depth of experience in construction, project financing, land acquisition and sales and marketing.

Ugo Colombo

Ugo Colombo has played a pioneering role in the development of Miami’s downtown skyline. He is widely regarded as one of South Florida’s most respected and successful residential and commercial developers. After acquiring and selling the inventory in two Brickell Avenue buildings – the Imperial Villa Regina Condominium, Mr. Colombo and his company, CMC Group, focused on the design and construction of high-rise luxury condominium buildings on Brickell Avenue, Miami Beach and Aventura. Ugo Colombo has developed many landmarks on the Miami skyline including the Bristol Tower and Santa Maria on Brickell Avenue, Epic Residences and Hotel, Brickell Flatiron and South Beach's the Waldorf and Casa Grande hotels.

For more information on the Miami Luxury Real Estate Summit and to buy tickets, click here.

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Brokers Face Off At Paramount Miami Worldcenter’s World Cup Kickoff In Support Of The Special Olympics

Alejandra Tenorio — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 13:30:39 +0000

With the FIFA World Cup games officially underway, more than 250 of Miami’s power brokers faced off in support of the Special Olympics as PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter played host to a World Cup kick off bash on Wednesday, June 13.

Event-goers enjoyed cocktails and canapés from around the world, each representing a different participating country in the games. From Moscow Mules to Peruvian ceviche, Spanish croquettes and French macaroons, guests were transported around the globe while vying for their chance to score a winning goal. Dozens of brokers faced off against the pro goalie and players on-hand as they took their shot at kicking a goal into the net as PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter offered to make a donation to the Special Olympics for each winning goal.

Developer Dan Kodsi gets into the action.

As Miami’s only condominium with its own soccer field, PARAMOUNT is kicking up the amenity stakes and counts at least six professional soccer players who have already purchased residences in the tower. The three known soccer pros play for the Turkish, Colombian, and Cameroon national teams.

“As Miami is home to so many soccer stars and fans, we’re excited to kick off the World Cup action at PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter,” said developer Dan Kodsi. “With Major League Soccer coming soon to Miami and now in the running to host the games in 2026, the city’s interest in soccer is at an all-time high.”

“We have buyers from each of the countries participating in the World Cup and we’re thrilled to celebrate the start of the games,” added Peggy Fucci, CEO of OneWorld Properties, the exclusive sales brokerage for the project.

Patrick Lopez, Sebastian Evers, Dan Kodsi, Peggy Olin Fucci, Sergio Mannarino and Daniel Gonzalez

Continuing the World Cup festivities, PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter will welcome guests throughout the games for watch parties to view the matches on the sales gallery’s oversized 760-square-foot digital screen.

PARAMOUNT – located inside the massive Miami Worldcenter project in the heart of downtown Miami – is more than 70 percent sold with $400 million in sales of their 500+ city- and bay-view residences. Units in the 60-story tower range in size from 1,180 to 2,350 square feet, with prices starting at $750,000. It has more than 50 nationalities represented among its buyer pool.

Construction crews from general contractor of record, CoastalTishman, have already reached the 52^nd floor of vertical construction and PARAMOUNT is on course for building completion in spring 2019.

The only residential tower currently for sale within the massive 27-acre mixed-use Miami Worldcenter site, PARAMOUNT has made international headlines with its Upper Deck, which will debut as the largest amenity deck in the U.S., spanning 90 feet above downtown Miami featuring an extraordinary array of action-packed amenities that includes the country’s first outdoor soccer field to be featured in a high-rise residential development; two tennis courts; multiple resort-style pools; lush parks and spa baths among others.

Atmosphere from the event.

Located in the heart of Miami’s downtown at the crossroads of culture, entertainment, art and fine dining, residents will enjoy an unparalleled location just an elevator ride away from Miami’s waterfront and most celebrated cultural and entertainment landmarks such as the Adrienne Arsht Center, Pérez Art Museum Miami, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, and the American Airlines Arena. Also within Miami Worldcenter is the nearby proposed Marriott Marquis Miami Worldcenter Hotel and Expo and All Aboard Florida’s Miami Grand Central Station, which will allow residents direct service to Orlando in three hours, as well as connectivity to the Metro Mover and nearby Miami International Airport.

For additional information about PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter, call (855) 756-0123, see www.PARAMOUNTmiami.com or visit the sales center at 1010 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33132.

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Soccer Fans, Feast Your Eyes On These Luxury Properties

Matthew Speiser — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 13:00:22 +0000

With the start of the Russia 2018 World Cup, everyone is boning up on their soccer knowledge. Some of you may even be taking to the pitch to see if you can smash a penalty kick as well as you did in grade school. Or maybe you are trying to pass your soccer skills off to your children, given that soccer is the second most popular youth sport in the U.S. Either way, developers are honing in on this, giving residents of every age the opportunity to perfect their game without leaving the comfort of their home. Here are some of the hottest luxury developments for the soccer star in all of us.

Waterline Square

If you want to field a full team, look no further than Waterline Square. The three-tower development along the Hudson River boasts a large indoor soccer field. After you kick the ball around you can cool off in Waterline’s 25-meter, 3-lane lap pool or relax in the hot tub. Strain a muscle while playing? Arrange to have a masseuse take care of it in one of Waterline’s massage rooms, or work it out yourself in the sauna or steam room. If you’re not up for soccer, Waterline also offers tennis, basketball, and squash courts, a rock climbing wall, golf simulator, skate park and yoga studio; enough to accommodate the most active of lifestyles.

180 East 88th Street

This Upper East Side condominium by DDG offers residents of its 48 units the opportunity to practice their skills year round with a partial indoor basketball court and adjacent soccer pitch. The facility features soaring double-height ceilings and an abundance of natural light. Other amenities include a wine room, children’s playroom, game room, residents’ lounge and a fitness studio. 180 East 88th Street is slated for completion later this year.

Madison Square Park Tower

Want the thrill of playing soccer without all that running? The 65-story Madison Square Park Tower has a ‘Simulator Room’ featuring an HD screen that spans an entire wall. Residents can virtually play any sport they wish, including the European version of football. The tower is located at 45 East 22nd Street, with units ranging in price from $2.5 million for a one-bedroom to $48 million for a penthouse.

Paramount Miami Worldcenter

Heading south to Miami, you’ll find this indoor regulation-size soccer field atop the four-acre outdoor deck of Paramount Miami Worldcenter – the signature residential tower of Miami Worldcenter, a massive $2-billion dollar project being developed by Dan Kodsi, Art Falcone and Nitin Motwani. Of course, a soccer field is only one of the endless number of amenities at Paramount, which promises to create a “city within a city” upon its completion. The Miami Worldcenter development will feature a retail component, office tower and convention center and two residential towers with relaxation, entertainment and fitness centers, food markets, skydeck access and a whole lot more.

Missoni Baia

The next best thing to living at a place with a soccer field? How about sharing an address with a professional soccer star. Future residents of Missoni Baia in Miami’s rapidly growing Edgewater neighborhood can make that claim. Miguel Borja, the 2016 South America “Footballer of the Year,” scored a condominium in the under construction tower earlier this year. Missoni Baia features valet parking, a hair and nail salon, game room, fitness center, spa and a sun deck with an Olympic-size pool, among other perks. You can watch Borja this summer as he tries to help the Colombian national team win the World Cup.

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Haute Residence Kicks Off 2018 Real Estate Summit With Cover Launch, Private Dinner

Dima Vitanova — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 19:37:54 +0000

On the eve of its highly anticipated Real Estate Summit, Haute Residence joined Paramount Miami Worldcenter to fete its latest magazine cover, which depicts the lavish mega development in South Florida. The night continued with a private dinner, hosted by Ultralux Interiors.

Kamal Hotchandani (left) and Dan Kodsi / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

On April 11, discerning guests from around the country gathered at the recently opened The Seville NYC for a cocktail reception. Under the NoMad's James Hotel, the intimate, upscale lounge welcomed some of the most renowned names in real estate, including Dan Kodsi, developer of the signature Paramount Miami Worldcenter; Louis Birdman, developer of Zaha Hadid's last masterpiece, One Thousand Museum; Richard Steinberg of The Richard Steinberg Team at Douglas Elliman; and Charlotte-based broker and owner of Reside Realty, Matthew Paul Brown.

Kamal Hotchandani, Paolo Zampolli, Dan Kodsi and Seth Semilof / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Jaclyn Rosenberg, April Donelson, and Raunaq Singh / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Businessman and diplomat, Paolo Zampolli, Jaclyn Rosenberg, John Meadows and Raunaq Singh, among others, were also in attendance alongside Haute Living CEO Kamal Hotchandani, COO Seth Semilof, Vice President of Global Accounts April Donelson, National Editorial Director Deyvanshi Masrani, and Haute Residence Director of Real Estate Sales Erik Haase.

From left to right: John Weber, Nikko Mobasher, and Erik Haase / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Richard Steinberg, Deyvanshi Masrani and Kamal
Hotchandani / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Kamal Hotchandani and Louis Bergman / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

The luxurious ambiance inadvertently reminded of the star of the event – Paramount Miami Worldcenter, which is set to open in 2019, bringing an unprecedented level of luxury to the Magic City. The completed residential tower, clothed in shimmering glass, will rise some 60 floors high and offer a raft of amenities – from a spa to an indoor sports center to an observatory – that rarely come together under a single roof.

Seth Semilof, Olivia Hsu Decker, Richard Steinberg, and Jeff Miller / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Jamalat Farach (left) and Sismani Roman / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

The cover launch preceded a private dinner for 25, hosted by Ultralux Interiors at Scarpetta NYC. Celebrity broker, Aaron Kirman, Jeff Miller of Brown Harris Stevens, Raphael Avigdor of The Raphael Avigdor Team, Sismai Roman of Ultralux Interiors, Olivia Hsu Decker, John Weber and Zak Smith were some of the few guests who enjoyed a delectable menu of Italian dishes.

Jeff Miller, Richard Steinberg and Raphael Avigdor / Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

Photo by Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Haute Living

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Haute Residence’s 5th Annual Real Estate Summit Connects Buyers To Brokers With Exclusive Event

Alejandra Tenorio — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:09:58 +0000

Haute Residence’s annual Real Estate Summit is just a few days away from taking place at NYC’s CORE: club for its fourth consecutive year at the locale. The exclusive event not only brings together some of the greatest and most influential names in the real estate and development industries on the East Coast and West, but it also connects the brokers with buyers by bringing all the right players under the same roof.

In addition to learning what the masterminds and iconic developers in the industry that total over $17 billion in sales and development have to say, the audience will hear from expert moderators from premier national media outlets, expanding the reach of the summit.

Moderators include Cheryl Casone, of Fox Business Network; Peter Grant of the Wall Street Journal and Maneet Ahuja from CNBC. The moderators will offer riveting questions that will steer clear from the ordinary and bring forth a fresh perspective to the audience that will allow them to learn from the best.

Distinguished panelists of the Titans if Business discussion include Mitchell Moinian, principal of The Moinian Group and developer of Zaha Hadid’s final masterpiece; Michael Stern, managing partner of JDS Development Group—touting a billion-dollar portfolio spanning NYC and Miami; Don Peebles, founder and CEO of Peebles Corporation—one of the country’s few national privately held real estate investment and development companies with a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of projects in New York, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Boston, Miami Beach, Los Angeles, and Charlotte; Dan Kodsi, developer of the signature Paramount Miami Worldcenter—revolutionary developer of a city within a city in Miami; Shahab Karmely, pioneering the Miami River District to luxury as he develops the ultra-luxurious One River Point; and Louis Birdman, developer of the iconic One Thousand Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects, the most expensive development in Miami, and a soon to be collector’s piece.

Next, the room will hear from the power brokers of the country that will focus on the country’s hottest locales in real estate and their evolution over time. The discussion will include input from Aaron Kirman, Adam Modlin,Jeff Miller, Richard Steinberg,Olivia Hsu Decker and Lisa Lippman.

Finally, the Hamptons panel will conclude the discussion, focusing on the niche but extraordinarily lucrative market of the luxurious Long Island communities. Panelists featured include Matthew Breitenbach, Raphael Avigdor, Michael Putnam, Robert Canberg, John Brady, Marcy Braun, Douglas Sabo, and James Giugliano, who will all share their local expertise.

Ahead of the big day, Paramount Miami Worldcenter will host an intimate and exclusive cocktail reception and joint celebration in honor of its Haute Residence magazine cover debut, as well as build excitement for the Summit the following day. Miami’s premier interior designer Ultralux Interiors will also make its national debut as they co-host the private dinner and partner in the Summit. In order to gain access to the exclusive pre-party, guests must purchase VIP tickets for $400, which also grant entry to the Real Estate Summit on April 12th.

Secure your seat at the most anticipated real estate gathering of the year by registering here.

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Meet The New Jetsons: Paramount Miami Worldcenter Skyrise Prepares For The Future Of Flying

Alejandra Tenorio — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 11:06:38 +0000

Are helicopters yesterday’s Model T? PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter developer Dan Kodsi, thinks so and is preparing for the future of urban aviation by making modifications to the rooftop design of the tower in order to accommodate a 5,000-square-foot Skyport atop his new 60-story downtown Miami high-rise.

A veteran developer, with a masters in urban planning and background as a recreational pilot, Kodsi has built more than 6,000 units over the course of his 30-year career. Today, he is readying his state-of-the-art future-forward residential tower which tops off construction this August, with the ability to convert its rooftop into a Skyport for vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft, also known as passenger drones, or what some may call “flying cars.”

“The future of transportation is here within the next 10 to 15 years and urban aviation is closer to reality than you might expect. The flying vehicles will use airspace to alleviate transportation congestion and traffic on the ground for quicker daily commutes, and cleaner air around the world. These vehicles are more like a helicopter, but much quieter, run electronically and are environmentally friendly,” said developer Dan Kodsi. “PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter prides itself on its amenities and high-tech features. While the industry still has many regulatory hurdles to clear, we are excited to be at the forefront of urban aviation with what can one day be the first residential Skyport in Miami.”

One day, PARAMOUNT Miami Worldcenter residents could seamlessly ride a sleek glass elevator up to the luxury tower’s private rooftop, where they could be picked up or dropped off by on-demand aircraft.

“Imagine traveling from Miami to Palm Beach—a drive that takes the better part of two hours—in about 30 minutes. That stop-and-go traffic to the suburbs could become a burden of the past for PARAMOUNT residents,” said Kodsi.

Ever since UBER Elevate announced it would begin testing its urban air taxis in Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles and Dubai in 2020, a galactic style race erupted from tech, aircraft manufacturers and automakers both domestic and international to develop flying cars. Including the German developers of Volocopter and Lillium, Airbus’s Vahana, the Chinese developers of Ehang 184 and Terrafugia, Google’s Kitty Hawk Flyer and Workhorse Surefly.

Images courtesy of Paramount Miami Worldcenter, WorldWise PR Affiliates

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