Miami-based real estate development firm Ytech has commenced demolition of the existing structure at 1428 Brickell Avenue, the future location of luxury high-rise condominium The Residences at 1428 Brickell. Ytech has owned the now-vacant property since January 2017, which previously housed 100,000 square feet of office space. John Moriarty & Associates (JMA) is the construction team conducting the demolition. This demolition marks a pivotal step in delivering The Residences at 1428 Brickell and continues to build momentum for Ytech’s real estate development portfolio, following the approval for 75 Broadway by the Planning & Zoning department in Miami.

“When we acquired the property at 1428 Brickell Avenue, we did so with the firm intent of delivering a level of design, craftsmanship, and meaningful innovation never before seen in Miami,” said Yamal Yidios, CEO of Ytech. “As demolition commences, we will ensure that even the earliest stages of The Residences at 1428 Brickell’s construction echo our commitment to delivering a truly superior product for our buyers.”

The Residences at 1428 Brickell is a limited collection of residences, priced from $2 million to $7 million, that will be fully finished with two- to four-bedroom plus den homes ranging from 1,800 to 4,000 square feet. These residences showcase stunning water views and have been thoughtfully created with a true flow-through configuration to maximize light. A significant portion of residences within the property are two-story, creating the feeling of a single-family home in the sky. The tower’s crown jewel is its $60 million penthouse with extraordinary 30-foot ceilings, 7 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and two east-facing balconies with unparalleled views of Biscayne Bay. The tower also includes lower penthouses which start from $8 million and range in size from 4,000 to 10,000 square feet.

Over 80,000 square feet of amenities will also adorn The Residences at 1428 Brickell. Located 860 feet in the sky, Ytech dedicated the three levels within the top of the tower to house curated private and shared spaces showcasing stunning, panoramic water and city views. Amenities include an expansive 10,000 square foot gym with weight room, HIIT room, and an indoor/outdoor yoga room, a rooftop pool and atrium, a hot spa and daybed lounging area, a two-story wine and fine art lounge, state-of-the-art office suites, a private dining room with a one-of-a-kind Vaselli kitchen, a juice and wellness bar, an immersive spa, an aquatic therapy area, a children’s recreation and learning center, fully furnished private guest suites, and more. Additional highly personalized services include reception, valet and porter, bellman and doorman services, a pet facility with grooming area, and in-unit package delivery.

“Ytech has a demanding and meticulous attention to detail on every phase of development – from initial concept all the way through to construction of the tower. Our standards demand only the best, so for demolition we’ve tapped experts within high-density urban cores such as New York City to oversee and advise on this process and look forward to delivering premier luxury residences of a never-before-seen caliber to Brickell,” said John Breistol, COO of Ytech.

“With the achievement of this milestone and the extraordinary success we have seen in sales, there is enormous confidence in Ytech and this project. Ytech is cementing their well-deserved reputation as the premier ultra-luxury developer in Brickell, and the quality and thoughtful design of The Residences at 1428 Brickell resonates with domestic and international buyers,” said Alicia Cervera Lamadrid, managing partner of Cervera Real Estate.

The Residences at 1428 Brickell is slated for completion in 2027, with Cervera Real Estate serving as the sales team representing the property.

Images via The Boundary for Ytech