Fitness International, LLC, the company behind LA Fitness and Esporta, has officially unveiled its 15th Club Studio® location — a 38,000-square-foot flagship facility at Miami Worldcenter, one of the largest and most transformative urban developments in the country. The state-of-the-art destination blends boutique fitness, recovery, and social wellness, marking a major step in Club Studio’s nationwide expansion.
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Global Insurance Group Howden Leases 23,658 SF at 600 Brickell World Plaza
Howden, the global insurance intermediary, is deepening its U.S. presence with a 23,658-square-foot lease at 600 Brickell World Plaza in Miami’s financial district. The move aligns with the company’s national growth strategy and leadership expansion, following the appointment of Mike Parrish as CEO of Howden US and Jim Hays as Vice Chairman. Parrish will lead efforts to build a next-generation retail broking business that reflects Howden’s employee-owned and client-driven ethos.
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Berkadia Secures $57M Bridge Loan for Midtown Capital Partners’ Lake Worth Apartment Project
Berkadia has arranged a $57 million bridge loan to refinance the construction debt on Astor Sound at Lake Worth, a new 230-unit multifamily community in Palm Beach County that is nearing completion.
The financing team included Senior Managing Director Mitch Sinberg, Managing Directors Scott Wadler, Brad Williamson, and Matt Robbins, along with Vice President Patrick Johnson. The loan was secured on behalf of the sponsor, Midtown Capital Partners, a Miami-based real estate investment advisor, operator, and developer with a portfolio spanning the U.S. and Spain. Infinity Collective originated the two-year loan, which includes an option for a six-month extension.
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Focus and Group Fox secure administrative site plan approval for Brickell Apartment tower
Focus, a seasoned real estate development and construction firm, and Group Fox, a family-owned property and asset management firm, both headquartered in Chicago, have received administrative site plan approval for their latest project, the 517-unit Brickell Starlite apartment tower. This milestone sets the stage for the development of a 39-story luxury high-rise in the heart of Miami’s Brickell neighborhood.
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2025 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show Returns February 12-16
The highly anticipated 2025 Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® is set to return to Miami from February 12 to 16, 2025, bringing the world’s largest collection of boats and marine products to South Florida. As the boating world converges on the Magic City, this iconic event promises to offer both seasoned boating enthusiasts and first-time buyers a glimpse into the latest trends and innovations in the marine industry.
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MIMI Chinese Makes International Debut in Miami Beach
South Beach has officially added a new gem to its culinary crown. Big Hug Hospitality, the Toronto-based team behind some of Canada’s most celebrated dining establishments, has opened MIMI Chinese, marking their first international venture. Renowned for its thoughtful exploration of regional Chinese cuisine, MIMI Chinese has already made waves in Toronto’s dining scene, earning Michelin recognition and a devoted following. The Miami Beach location brings the same innovative and hospitality-driven experience to one of the country’s most vibrant culinary cities.
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Coworking Giant Regus Leases Entire Building in South of Fifth
Regus, a global leader in flexible office spaces, has secured a long-term lease for the entirety of 429 Lenox, a 45,789-square-foot Class A boutique office building in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood. This marks Regus’ largest footprint in the area, reflecting the growing demand for coworking spaces in South Florida.
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Santiago Arana, Howard Elfman and Mauricio Umansky.
The Agency Expands Presence in Florida with Fort Lauderdale Office
Global luxury real estate brokerage, The Agency, continues its rapid expansion with the opening of its newest office in Fort Lauderdale. This latest addition marks the firm’s fifth location in Florida, joining established offices in Miami, Naples, Orlando, and Palm Beach.
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Eighteen Sunset Achieves Full Occupancy in Miami Beach’s Thriving Office Market
Eighteen Sunset, a highly anticipated mixed-use boutique development in Miami Beach’s Sunset Harbour neighborhood, has achieved full occupancy for its premium office spaces. The 17,708 square feet of Class A+ office space has been fully leased, highlighting the surging demand for luxury work environments in Miami Beach.
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Blackline team.
Revolutionizing New Development Sales: A Conversation with Tim Ng, Founder of Blackline
Blackline is a cutting-edge real estate sales platform designed to streamline new development sales through technology. Founded by industry veteran Tim Ng who has over 16 years of experience, the platform has already facilitated the sale of 80,000 units in Canada and is now expanding into Miami. Blackline offers tools like interactive floorplans, inventory management, and custom reporting, helping developers and sales teams work more efficiently and make data-driven decisions.
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