In 2020, the iconic, exoskeleton tower had a record-breaking year of sales, with over $100 million in total. Buyers included star athletes and celebrities like David Beckham and Paul Pogba, as well as affluent purchasers from the Northeast and California that have been migrating to Florida and its prime residential destinations, topped by One Thousand Museum.

“While our original timeline for securing an inventory loan was pushed due to travel restrictions that hindered lenders from walking the finished project, we ultimately found the right lender in Cirrus Real Estate Partners,” said Louis Birdman, co-developer of One Thousand Museum. “We are pleased to enter this new chapter and confident in the upcoming sellout of our landmark building.”

“Despite the pandemic, South Florida proved to be a thriving spot for new residents who flocked to Florida from within the United States, and One Thousand Museum was a project that shined,” said Mayi De La Vega, Founder and CEO of One Sotheby’s International Realty, the Exclusive Broker for One Thousand Museum. “The tower had a record-breaking year with $100 million in sales, and 2021 has already started off with more than $35 million in sales, putting us on pace to exceed our 2020 success.”

The combination of tax benefits and a bustling cosmopolitan city that keeps growing in Miami have continued to bring in new residents from around the world. This year alone, One Thousand Museum has closed $35 million in sales, on track to surpass the milestone reached last year.

“We look forward to the commercial growth of One Thousand Museum,” said Tony Tufariello of Cirrus. “We worked to deliver capital quickly to maintain momentum at the property.”

“We have the experience to understand the operating complexity that comes with a high-profile luxury tower such as One Thousand Museum,” added Joseph McDonnell of Cirrus. “We believe that the capital we provided will help the property fulfill its significant potential."

One Thousand Museum – developed by Louis Birdman, Gilberto Bomeny, Kevin Venger, and partners Gregg Covin and Todd Glaser – was officially completed in August 2019, as one of the country’s most anticipated masterpieces.

For more on One Thousand Museum, visit http://www.1000museum.com/.

Photos courtesy of One Thousand Museum

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The duplex, spanning the 10th and 11th floors, is encased in floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a panoramic view of the city which envelops residents as soon as they arrive home. The condo is outfitted with furniture from B&B Italia, one of the top furniture manufacturers in the world, whose pieces were designed by Patricia Aquila.

Aquila was personally chosen by Zaha Hadid to furnish the common areas throughout the building, giving this home a unique bond that no other unit shares. Inside the home, the common areas are reflective of the local art scene in Miami, with splashes of bold, primary colors, and custom touches in collaboration with Manolis projects.

The exoskeleton-shaped building by the London-based firm that decorates the Miami skyline ever officially opened in August of 2019 as one of the most anticipated developments worldwide. It has top amenities including an indoor-outdoor 1KM wellness center with state-of-the-art equipment by Techno-Gym, yoga facilities, a Spa with relaxation pods, and private rooms for spa services. The Aquatic Center on the 61st floor features an indoor lap pool. One Thousand Museum's Sky Lounge has ample space for private events and fine dining by the building's culinary team. The building has a dedicated Curator of Hospitality to attend after residents' needs on- and offsite.

For more on One Thousand Museum, call 855-663-6873 or visit www.1000museum.com.

Photos credit: Tony Tur Photography

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What’s the current status of the high-end home market?

The high-end is seeing a lot of demand and performing better than other market sectors right now. We have seen a ton of interest of late, and even logged over $100 million in transactions this year.

How has COVID-19 impacted this sector? Which markets are doing relatively well? Which have been impacted the most? How has it played out in towers/condos?

In March when the pandemic hit, there was a migration out of highly dense cities. One Thousand Museum saw immediate interest from states like New York, Connecticut, Illinois and California – some buyers who had been mulling over a home in South Florida and ended up expediting their timelines. While some vacation home shoppers opted for single-family homes over condos, the tower didn’t see any drop-off as its floorplans run upwards of 10K interior square feet, and include the benefits and conveniences of condo living.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of One Thousand Museum

What’s the investment outlook for this segment?

Not only is it a buyer’s market right now, but interest rates are historically low. It’s a great time to buy.

Will COVID cause more people to want second homes as a refuge/place to social distance, or will the economic uncertainty caused by COVID make buyers want to sit on cash instead?

Shelter-in-place has made people evaluate how and where they live. And while some have been more cautious and are taking a wait-and-see approach, real estate remains one of the safest investments.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of One Thousand Museum

How is the second home market different from the primary home market? What are the similarities?

The primary home market is also performing well, again due to the migration from highly dense cities. South Florida has been a popular destination for second-homes and permanent relocations, not just due to the pandemic, but over the past few years and spurred in part by the SALT tax and overall lifestyle benefits of the area.

What design elements and must-haves do homeowners want and expect?

Buyers right now are craving space, both interior and exterior, and they want either ocean views or access so even while remaining at home, they never feel cooped up.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of One Thousand Museum

For more on One Thousand Museum, call 855-663-6873 or visit www.1000museum.com.

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Factors such as privacy, five-star services and amenities, world-class design and the availability of turn-key homes are key drivers for buyer demand at One Thousand Museum during this time. This full-floor residence offers new options and joins a select few highly-curated furnished homes on the market.

The residence was furnished by Luxury Living Group and designer Hernan Arriaga, featuring a neutral palette that plays perfectly against the use of color. As a "mansion in the sky," it is over 10,000 interior square feet in size, featuring five bedrooms, six and a half bathrooms, a private foyer and living area encased in glass. The residence also comes with its own home gym, media room, and a master "wing."

“We are thrilled that One Thousand Museum’s desirability continues to be recognized across the country, especially as now, more than ever, people are reevaluating where and how they live,” said Louis Birdman, co-developer of One Thousand Museum. “In addition to the flurry of interest from states impacted by the SALT tax, we’re seeing many of our new residents express priority over elements that only South Florida can offer, such as ocean views and access, ease of living, estate-style condos and competitive pricing.”

The debut of this full-floor penthouse follows a string on high-profile sales. Earlier this year, athlete, entrepreneur and global icon David Beckham closed on his own penthouse. That news was followed by World Cup Champion Paul Pogba, who also purchased his own unit at One Thousand Museum.

The exoskeleton-shaped building by the London-based firm that decorates the Miami skyline like no other ever officially opened in August of last year as one of the most anticipated developments worldwide. It has top amenities including an indoor-outdoor 1KM wellness center with state-of-the-art equipment by Techno-Gym, yoga facilities, a Spa with relaxation pods, and private rooms for spa services. The Aquatic Center on the 61st floor features an indoor lap pool. One Thousand Museum's Sky Lounge has ample space for private events and fine dining by the building's culinary team. The building has a dedicated Curator of Hospitality to attend after residents' needs on- and offsite.

For more on One Thousand Museum, call 855-663-6873 or visit www.1000museum.com.

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While the gliding Messi holds the edge in deft passing and lifetime assists, Ronaldo has the recent champions league wins to give him a slight edge. The two players share so many records in numbers of titles and awards that, on paper, it is difficult to tell them apart.

At the start of this year's world cup in Russia, it appears Ronaldo's hot streak has continued while Messi struggled to place scoring shots. However, never count the resilient Messi and his Argentina national team, the Albicelestes, out of a close match.

While these men compete on the field, the styles of their amazingly nuevo and luxurious homes seem to be in a tight match as well.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Modern Madrid Mansion

Ronaldo is a stylish guy, so his home design reflects that. Located on the prestigious La Finca Residential Estates in Madrid, Ronaldo's house is hard to miss. His oversized front door features his initials engraved in 8-inch letters on the metal facing.

The living space is 8,600 square feet and worth £4.8million. In addition to the seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms, there's a trophy room where Ronaldo keeps his four golden boots and his three UEFA Best Player in Europe trophies among many, many others.

The polished marble hallway's main centerpiece is a floor-to-ceiling black and white photograph of Ronaldo and his son, Cristiano Jr. Another part of the house contains a painting of his late father, José Dinis Aveiro. The effect places Cristiano as a centered guy for whom family is important. He knows where he came from–and where he is going.

A wood-paneled home gym has all of the equipment Ronaldo needs to stay fit off the pitch. His boys like to watch him work out. They probably imagine the day they'll be able to leg press over 1,000 pounds like their dad.

A balcony gives a view of the large pool surrounded by wood plank decking. There are plenty of places to lounge inside and out. Wicker daybeds provide comfort around the house and pool. They are large enough for the whole family–his girlfriend Georgina and their four children– to snuggle up together.

When traveling stateside, Cristiano Ronaldo can stay at his $7.2-million penthouse in New York. During training with his national team, he'll camp at his $2-million apartment in the center of Lisbon, Portugal.

Lionel Messi's Barcelona Base

Messi has lived in Barcelona most of his life. Contrary to an internet rumor, the famous footballer's house does not resemble a giant soccer ball. Instead, Messi owns a multi-level white contemporary mansion overlooking the Catalan hills, near the Mediterranean.

He bought the house for $1.8 million but has put an additional $6 million in renovations into it since 2009.

White walls and light wood floors complete the Mediterranean feel inside. Beiges and browns have been added as furniture accents. Panoramic windows and wrap around open terraces invite the dweller to take in peaceful views of the sea.

Messi built a playground next to his garden for his two toddlers, Mateo and Thiago, to enjoy. He also has two brown Mastiff dogs who like to lounge with him on the outdoor patio furniture.

In addition to the home gym, Messi also has an indoor soccer pitch at home for getting in some additional practice whenever he wants.

Messi is not only a Captain on the field–he's a boss homeowner as well. When his next-door neighbors were being too loud for his liking, Messi bought them out and now enjoys more of a buffer to his property.

Barcelona El Prat–the 7th busiest airport in Europe–is also 10 minutes from the home. According to reports, the airport has been wanting to expand and build a runway closer to Messi's neighborhood, but the plans have not been approved because fly-overs are not allowed on Messi's property.

These instances might paint a picture of Messi as a person who always gets what he wants. However, those who know him best affirm he is at heart a humble guy who loves his family and tries to help out others in need.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Find Balance

It takes enormous talent and constant determination for Messi and Ronaldo to remain on top of the world's top footballer's rankings. As a glimpse into their home lives will show, these professionals have managed to find time to nurture relationships and grow healthy families as well.

Photos courtesy of Instagram: @leomessi and @cristiano

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