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“We could not be more proud of bringing Zaha Hadid’s vision to life and her legacy to Miami,” Co-Developer, Louis Birdman said. “This tower represents the peak of architecture and design, and will completely surpass every expectation of our homeowners.” 

The "Scorpion Tower" is redefining luxury, not just in Miami but all around the world. Its striking exoskeleton design has transformed the iconic Magic City skyline and has become an identifier of Downtown Miami and the city's cultural nucleus. Its complex and revolutionary design is recognized as one of the world's most challenging architectural projects.

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Residences are available for immediate occupancy with striking views of Downtown Miami starting at $5.8 million for half-floor plans and over $24 million for full-floor residences. A limited curation of residences will be available for luxury home buyers looking for a turnkey unit furnished by international design houses including Artefacto, B&B Italia, Roche Bobois, Meridiani, Luxury Living Group and Morada Haute Furniture Design.

The landmark residence tower will also feature state-of-the-art amenities unrivaled by any other project in the industry, including a private roof-top helipad, indoor-outdoor wellness center with a gym, yoga facilities, a juice bar, relaxation pods and private rooms for spa services, a sky lounge for dining and events, an on-site premise bank vault, access to a car service, and exclusive access to Haute Living's members-only Haute Experience app, which will grant residents access to VIP cultural, fashion, sporting and musical events around the globe.

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The residential tower is exclusively represented by ONE Sotheby's International Realty. For more information, please contact Harvey Daniels.

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Ugo Colombo, an Italian-born real estate residential and commercial developer based in Miami, Florida

HR: What sets Brickell Flatiron apart from other developments in the city?

UC: Since arriving in Miami, I have envisioned Brickell’s potential as a high-end residential neighborhood. Our development firm, CMC Group, began investing here in the early-1990s with Bristol Tower and Santa Maria – the first luxury towers to rise in this part of the city. We took a risk at the time, but we felt that this setting could be unique for its urban environment and proximity to the water. We believed that Brickell would be capable of luring premium buyers, provided that we delivered a premium product.

At the time, downtown Miami was not proven as an urban neighborhood. Our firm viewed Brickell and Downtown as a ‘blank canvas’ that would one day come to life as a vibrant residential and commercial district where streets were alive 24 hours a day. Today, those dreams are a reality. More than 150 towers have since risen as Miami’s urban core has become a mini-Manhattan. It was only a matter of time, given Miami’s land constraints and the trend toward urbanism. In the 25 years that have passed, the Brickell brand has become synonymous with luxury living, premium dining and retail, and international tourism and business.

Brickell Flatiron, our newest development getting ready to deliver this summer, will benefit from top-notch amenities, premium imported finishes and functional living spaces. But above all, it will stand out for its unique lifestyle – it will be woven into the urban landscape. Our residents will walk outside their door and find themselves in the heart of a major city – a few steps away from the best shopping, restaurants and nightlife that Miami has to offer.

Brickell Flatiron's Sky Spa Rooftop Pool

HR: What was the developing process like and the inspiration behind the iconic project?

UC: CMC Group has always developed at our own pace, typically building only one or two developments at a time. Some firms race to build the most product in the shortest amount of time, but we believe there’s value in being deliberate when it comes to planning, designing, constructing and selling a project. This allows us to emphasize the highest degree of quality over speed and volume. If a project takes a little more time and money to construct, so be it. In the end, the finished product will be stronger and more valuable to the end user.

In terms of inspiration, I like to think a real estate development is a reflection of a moment in time. That has been the case with all of our projects, and I believe Brickell Flatiron is a reflection of Miami’s coming of age as a cosmopolitan city with a thriving downtown at its heart. The name echoes Manhattan’s famous Flatiron building – and the similarities go well beyond the shape. In Brickell, you can live without driving, you have public transportation across the street from your building, you can walk to 20 amazing restaurants in the neighborhood. The lifestyle is becoming very much like New York – except you can be at the beach in minutes!

Inside look at a jaw-dropping Brickell Flatiron Penthouse

HR: How will residents get to experience the ultra-luxurious Italian experience at Brickell Flatiron?

UC: Brickell Flatiron will benefit from top-notch amenities, premium imported finishes and functional living spaces. We pay particularly close attention to sourcing the best materials from Italy– Italian marble, Venetian stucco, and the highest quality glass available in the market. I have personally handpicked every detail to make sure we deliver the best quality product.

Brickell Flatiron aerial skyline views

HR: As one of Miami’s key developers, what do you see next for the city?

UC: In line with what we’ve experienced over the past 25 years, Miami will continue to grow as well as it’s skyline. The city’s population is expected to eclipse to 100,000 in the next three years. I also imagine we will see further innovation in construction and engineering techniques, which will continue to raise the bar when it comes to design, amenities, and efficiency.  

Brickell Flatiron's Community Room area

HR: What’s next for you and your projects?

UC: We’re seeing luxury buyers today moving away from the beachfront and placing great value on the benefits of urban living – proximity to offices and hotels, arts and culture, shops and restaurants. Many of these buyers are coming from cities like Chicago, New York and Boston. The urban lifestyle is familiar to them, and they can purchase a top-line unit in Miami for far less than what it would cost in New York.

As far as what’s next for me, my main focus right now is putting the finishing touches on Brickell Flatiron. We’re looking forward to seeing it deliver and open to residents this summer.

Brickell Flatiron

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From the visionary mastermind of Jesus Quintero, QUINT is a real estate brand delivering sophistication with a focus on simplicity and authentic modern living. The Hollywood project will serve as the brand’s first venture into Florida’s luxury real estate market.

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The residences will boast state-of-the-art finishes and resort-like amenities including a private marina with 12 slips for boats up to 100’ feet long and 28’ wide, 24-hour smart security system with remote access, rooftop terrace, unobstructed waterfront views and modern design and architecture throughout the entire property. All residences will feature 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with a sophisticated and spacious floorplan perfect for comfort luxe living.

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Through this project, QUINT focused on tapping into the community’s culture and lifestyle to offer buyers a quality product that could serve as their primary residence. Due to this, the incorporation of the surrounding neighborhood is important for the 360-degree living experience offered at QUINT Collection as it is mere steps away from culinary delights, picturesque beaches, over 30 boutique shops, some of the best places to tee off and more.

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QUINT Collection aims to redefine waterfront luxury living through authenticity, quality and convenience with this new jaw-dropping project.

For more information, please visit http://quintcollection.us

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Now, as the sky residential oasis prepares for completion at the beginning of fall, luxury homebuyers are falling in love with the project's jaw-dropping architecture, finishes, design and overall concept and services. The penthouses in the residence tower offer unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean and penthouse 49 has just gone under contract for $19.75 million, setting the price at almost $2,600 per square foot.

This is the third penthouse to be sold at the stunning oceanfront residences. The unfinished penthouse is one of the four units in the 52-story building. The unit will feature 5 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, a garden terrace with a private pool and summer kitchen.

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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.

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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.”

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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.

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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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Standing more than 1,000 feet in the air is a glass and limestone tower, dubbed 35 Hudson Yards, which has become the tallest residential building in the Hudson Yards neighborhood. Featuring architecture by David Child’s and Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill; interiors by designer Tony Ingrao; and an array of elevated in-building lifestyle services provided by the world’s first Equinox Hotel, this luxury building is the beginning of a new way to vertical living.

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Starting from the 53^rd floor, there are 143 two to six-bedroom condominiums, each with their own panoramic views of the Hudson River, Manhattan skyline and Hudson Yards Public Square and Gardens, as well as the centerpiece; Vessel. Designed on a grand scale homes range in size from 1,500 square feet to 10,000 square feet. Residents and guests are greeted by gracious entry foyers and galleries built to accommodate substantial works of art, as well as rooms with ceilings that soar to nearly eleven feet high. Living areas have large expanses of glass, offset by mullion detailing. Master suites are lavish with walk-in closets, and each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. Master bathrooms feature hand selected slabs of polished Iceberg Quartzite, freestanding bathtubs and some are with oversized windows with views of the Hudson River. Kitchens feature Gaggenau appliances and opal white marble counters that add a fresh, luxurious element. Smoked oak flooring contrasts with the high gloss stained and lacquered Eucalyptus wood with American Black Walnut core cabinetry, while tall walnut doors open to adjacent breakfast, dining and family rooms.

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As far as amenities go, 35 Hudson Yards has just about them all. Residents will receive a comprehensive fitness experience by Equinox and SoulCycle, which includes membership to the Equinox Club, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a large sundeck with an outdoor cabana and lounge area, as well as access to the hotel’s 24^th floor Sky Lobby. Residents will also have access to exclusive in-home services by the world’s very first Equinox Hotel and a dedicated Director of Residences who will liaise with the hotel to handle in-residence dining, valet, laundry services, private car and ground transportation, and bookings.

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The residences at 35 Hudson Yards will be priced from $5 million with Related Sales and Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group agents handling exclusive sales and marketing.

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WELLNESS IS THE NEW LUXURY

Major cities like New York, Singapore, Miami, London and Los Angeles are home to some of the most stunning and state-of-the-art residence towers in the world. As residents around the world embark on their new year resolutions, health and wellness have become the most highly requested amenity features in luxury skyscrapers. Coined as the ‘new luxury,’ developers are taking wellness to the next level by creating like-minded health enthusiast living communities and incorporating immersive wellness amenities and spaces into the stunning sky homes.

VERTICAL LIVING IS AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH DEMAND

Sky homes are at an all-time high. While single homes are still being in demand across the world, more homebuyers are opting to buy homes in luxurious residence towers across the globe. The shift towards vertical living is a result of two things: major cities are running out of prime luxury land to build on horizontally and sky homes are now offering the latest in cutting-edge technologies, sophisticated design and finishes, resort-like amenities and exceptional service.

THE INFUSION OF HIGH TECHNOLOGY

There is an increase in amenities that seamlessly mix the virtual world and the real world for tech-savvy residents. Golf simulators, virtual meditation and gaming are some of the top most requested high-tech amenities. High-tech homes with the latest in cutting-edge technology and security systems, while not a new concept in the market, are continuing to be requested by homebuyers in every major market. In the era of smartphones and the digital world at our fingertips, developers are beginning to come up with new innovative ideas of implementing the latest in smart-home technologies in today’s horizontal and vertical homes.

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Where do you foresee the residential real estate market heading in 2019? 

The forecast for Rancho Santa Fe and North County San Diego is still positive as we head into 2019. In fact, San Diego’s housing market is ranked 5th hottest in the nation.  US housing markets might be slightly shifting to a buyer's market in 2019, it is the natural equilibrium.   Yet with the economy so strong, sellers know they can stubbornly holding out for big prices, particularly in San Diego. 

How long do you foresee before South and North Cal start seeing a demand for more vertical living? 

Downtown San Diego is booming with residential and commercial development which includes a healthy 'sky homes' market. No longer is it the once sleepy navy town boasting the best climate in the country. The weather remains beautiful year-round while the city has reinvented itself as a dynamic place to live, work and play. Around 41% of downtown’s population are Millennials and 21% Gen X. San Diego is not a city of concrete canyons. Planned into downtown’s growth are multiple parks, open spaces and pocket parks welcoming residents, workers and visitors.

There’s been an overall dip in prices for high-end homes throughout the country, has it been similar for you in your market?

The market has cooled at the upper end. Although, we are seeing the movement of properties with larger square footage, 8000+ which we haven't experienced to this degree in several years. 

Heading into the new year, there’s been talk about an upcoming dip in the market, can you share with us insight into reasons why this may occur?

With mortgage rates on the rise, prices blowing past their previous peaks and inventory slowly creeping upward while rents are flatlining we may see a minor hiccup in the market for the 1st quarter of 2019.  San Diego enjoys a market that is not typical to most US housing markets, our 'Sunshine Tax' drives buyers into the county.

What is the most common trend you see amongst your buyers in regards to what properties they are interested in? 

Despite being the nation’s eighth biggest metro area, San Diego is really made up of sprawling suburban areas that are all very different, makes house hunt struggle very real. The common trend for buyers is identifying the area that fits their lifestyle needs.

Do you think there is an oversaturated market right now? If so, is there a shift from a seller's market to a buyers market?

Oversaturation is not an issue in San Diego. We simply don't have enough inventory.  The shift from seller's market to buyer's market occurred in early August 2018 due to economic/election concerns and normal time of year slow down.  

What is the most beneficial piece of advice you would give to other brokers?

Stay positive and remember we are in a service business. Our job is to provide exceptional service and advice to create long-term relationships with our clients.

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Serving as OMA's, founded by Rem Koolhaas, first residential property in the United States, the residences feature open floorplans, 12-foot ceilings, top-of-the-line Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, expansive terraces and private elevator access. The towers incorporate a seamless combination of art, design and landscape that enhance the property's common areas. Furnishings and design elements are contemporary with a touch of organic quality. The design team behind the stunning towers is globally acclaimed design house Meyer Davis. Landscape architecture by Enzo Enea includes a 5-acre sculpture park featuring world-class art including Jaume Piensa's The Three Poets. 

Park Grove sets the standard for luxury high-end lifestyle experiences across South Florida with perfectly curated amenity spaces, and excellent staff and services to exceed every resident's needs. Offering an enriching residential atmosphere, Park Grove amenities include a full-service spa and wellness center, wine tasting rooms with private storage, a 28-seat private screening room, business center, private dining and event center, expansive pool deck spanning over 500 feet and onsite restaurant by James Breard Award-winning Chef Michael Schwartz.

Select residences remain, priced between $2.7 million to $6.3 million. Sales and marketing is exclusively handled by Douglas Elliman. For more information, please visit Park-Grove.com or stop by the penthouse sales gallery at Two Park Grove.

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