A 2 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom residence that spans 1,870 SF and features sweeping views of Biscayne Bay has set a new record for closed sale townhomes in Coconut Grove. Located at 3570 W. Fairview Street. #A6, the 3-story waterfront villa closed for $1,625,000, or $869 SF, marking the sale as the highest price per square foot townhome ever sold in Coconut Grove. The prpoerty includes a stunning waterfall quartz custom island bar, high-tech home automation system, and a detailed design throughout including an array of Italian porcelain tile, Brazilian cherry wood floors, and forest salvaged tapped maple wood accents. The home also comes with its own boat slip for immediate access to deep waters without any bridges in the way. The property was listed with Douglas Elliman's Sari Libbin along with team members, Dan Hechtkopf and Diego Palomo of The Hechtkopf Group.
PROFILE Exclusive: Bringing Eco-Friendly Living to Coconut Grove at Arbor
PROFILEmiami had the exclusive opportunity to sit down with Nick Hamann of Urban Atlantic Group and Jeremy Waks of Oak Ventures, LLC. to discuss their new development shaking-up Coconut Grove, Arbor. Arbor is an eco-living inspired development that will rise 5-stories and feature 52 units. The building is being designed by Behar Font & Partners with with interiors by Smauel Amoia andlandscape design by Witkin Hults and Tyler Nielsen. Units will come in 2 and 3 bedroom layouts and range from 1,400 SF to 2,000 SF. Find out how they used the lush landscape of Coconut Grove to bring family friendly and ecologically friendly, green living to the historic neighborhood.
Nick Hamann, Principal of Urban Atlantic Group
Jeremy Waks, Principal of Oak Ventures, LLC.
NH - Nick Hamann (Urban Atlantic Group, Managing Principal)
JW - Jeremy Waks (Oak Ventures, LLC., Principal)
PM: Arbor seems to bring a truly Coconut Grove vibe. Where did the idea and concept come from?
NH: Jeremy and I are Miami natives and we share a tremendous appreciation for Coconut Grove, its historic roots and unique offerings. We have specifically drawn inspiration from these hallmarks to build something that pays homage to the social threads of the neighborhood, its ‘green’ composition and community-centered attributes.
JW: Our vision has been to create large, house-like residences that capitalize on wide views, special amenities and walkable access to restaurants, recreational spaces, and top-rated schools – essentially, the quintessential home-sites for long-term members of this vibrant community.
PM: What makes Arbor so unique? What sets it apart from some of the other great new buildings that have been built in Coconut Grove recently?
NH: What sets us apart is our strong emphasis on livability and sense of place, a place where you can get to know your neighbors. Arbor is a midscale building with 52 residences, which we recently have not seen in Coconut Grove. This scale allows us to focus on the elements, design, and facilities that connect residents in a livable space and where they can get to know each other.
JW: Our amenities, which are geared toward end-users that enjoy an active lifestyle and sense of community, are specifically designed to feel more like an extension of your living space, rather than an offering that is underutilized. Throughout the building, we’ve focused on creating spaces that encourage residents to engage with each other and the surrounding neighborhood.
For example, our bike share program, which offers residents 24-7 access to bikes and provides an additional option for getting around the neighborhood. Our lobby will also be active and inviting. Also, our pet-walk, rooftop terrace, outdoor cinema, Yoga & Pilates deck, and backyard-like amenity deck (which features a landscaped courtyard, outdoor summer kitchens, social spaces and seating, a lap pool, and water fountain) are all designed to encourage engagement, livability, and to complement a well-balanced lifestyle and maximize indoor-outdoor living.
PM: What is the best feature that residents will enjoy? When they move into Arbor, what sets the residences apart from the other buildings? What makes Arbor a great place to live?
NH: The best feature about Arbor is that it feels like a large home. It’s a place where you can live in a condominium residence that offers family-friendly living spaces -- large open floorplans, high ceilings, and chef-style kitchens – with neighborhood-like qualities and amenities that are an extension of your livable space.
PM: Arbor is an eco-living inspired residences; can you explain what that means and what makes it eco-friendly?
JW: The environment is a passion. Arbor’s design is inspired by the tree-shaded setting of the surrounding neighborhood, carefully pulling the outdoors in through floor-to-ceiling windows and private gardens. There will be ample green space and landscaping throughout the property, including many trees that will provide plenty of shade and add to the property’s overall ambiance.
Our residences are equipped with energy efficient appliances. Our electric car charging stations and bike share program provide a green alternative to transportation. We will also be incorporating recycling throughout the building and using some recycled building materials during construction. Our irrigation system will be eco-friendly and conserve water. We are also exploring the use of solar energy to power some of our common areas and reduce the building’s energy consumption, and are seeking to obtain a green building certificate.
PM: What was one difficulty that you ran into or what was one of the hardest obstacles to overcome to help bring Arbor to reality?
NH: We haven’t run into any unusual challenges. All of our buyers are end-users that really care about the space, and we’ve worked closely with each of them to deliver a unit that they can call home. It’s exciting to see that they are designing their spaces to be specifically conducive to their lifestyles, in both the short- and long-term, and not simply just an investment. However, this adds a certain level of complexity to the building and design process.
PM: What do you think of the recent new developments in Coconut Grove and the new energy they have brought to the neighborhood?
NH: Coconut Grove is one of Miami’s oldest and most diverse neighborhoods, known for its verdant parks, bayside walks, and year-round festivals. The new developments are an improvement to the neighborhood, have brought positive attention to the Grove, and placed it at the forefront of many conversations. The area’s revitalization in general has helped educate people on the neighborhood’s historic roots and unique offerings, which is attracting younger families seeking to take advantage of the area’s great public spaces and parks.
PM: Where do you see Coconut Grove's place in Miami in the next 5 to 10 years?
NH: Coconut Grove will continue to strengthen its position as a balanced community where people can live, work and play. It is becoming more of a complete neighborhood with irreplaceable elements.
JW: The revitalization, increased development and growing business community will continue to make the Grove a desirable location for young professionals, young families and empty-nesters seeking an alternative to high density neighborhoods, such as downtown and Brickell, and a true walkable community. You cannot replicate the historic aspects of the Grove, which is what makes this community so unique.
About Urban Atlantic Group:
Urban Atlantic Group is a real estate development and investment company focused on creating value in urban neighborhoods including repositioning and development of urban core residential, retail and office properties. Urban Atlantic Group believes value maximization is achieved through a combination of core and opportunistic strategic investments in key underserved urban submarkets. UAG is led by founders Nick Hamann as well as Daniel Buraglia. Prior to founding UAG, Nick Hamann worked as Southeast Region Assistant Development Director for the New York-based Rockefeller Group Development Corporation.
About Oak Ventures, LLC.:
Oak Ventures is a Florida based real estate development firm led by Jeremy Waks. He has developed Heathrow Lounge and Treehouse, which brought world-class artists to Miami. Waks aims to construct the cultures around his development to ensure that a new concept seamlessly ties itself to the neighboring community. Waks is also the co-founder of Debris Free Oceans, a non-profit which produces educational programs for teachers and children to host beach cleanup event and raise awareness for the negative effects of pollution of marine life.
Sales Update: Two Penthouse Residences at The Fairchild Coconut Grove Sell for a Total $8.5 Million
The Fairchild Coconut Grove, a boutique luxury residential enclave set to rise as Coconut Grove’s only current waterfront condominium, has announced that it has sold two penthouse residences, totaling $8.5 million. The two penthouses each feature 13 foot ceilings and encompass more than 3,200 and 4,100 SF of interior living space over 3 and 4 bedroom layouts respectively. Each feature panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, and unparalleled direct water frontage, the architecturally elegant residences boast private outdoor living areas, natural stone flooring, outdoor showers and chef-inspired kitchens complete with wet bars. The penthouses will also include private elevator access and full wraparound terraces.
“These sales mark yet another extraordinary milestone for The Fairchild Coconut Grove. With only one of our penthouses remaining, these residences offer buyers a truly sophisticated living experience with thoughtfully designed layouts and refined finishes that will go above and beyond expectations,” said Oscar Rodriquez, Principal of ROVR Development. “The demand for these units has been remarkable, which is a clear testament to our niche product. Prospective buyers are recognizing that this is a unique type of luxury development and we have been fortunate to be well-positioned and distinguished from a large slate of new offerings.”
Check out photos of The Fairchild Coconut Grove Sales Gallery.
Check out our PROFILE Exclusive Interview with developer Oscar Rodriguez of ROVR Development.
GlassHaus, A Boutique Residential Project in Coconut Grove, Releases New Renderings
Meet GlassHaus, Downtown Coconut Grove's newest residential condo project from GD.8 and Element Development, LLC.. Located at 3161 Center Street, the 5-story GlassHaus will feature 23 contemporary residences designed by Varabyeu Partners. Residences will start at $595,000 and will range up to $1.2 million, equating to around $575 SF. They will come in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom layouts that range from 1,080 SF to 2,380 SF. Units will come complete with 11-foot ceilings with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, Italkraft cabinetry and stone countertops in the kitchen, and a buyer's choice of wood or porcelain floors. GlassHaus will also include a fitness center, electric bicycles, zen garden, resort-style rooftop including pool, summer kitchen and lounge and underground parking. Owners will also receive a membership to the Coconut Grove Sailing Club. GlassHaus' on-site sales center is expected to open in early June of this year and Fortune International is in charge of sales.
Arbor, Coconut Grove's Newest Boutique Condo Project Releases New Renderings
Arbor, Coconut Grove's newest boutique condo development from Urban Atlantic Group and Oak Ventures, has released new renderings. The newly released renderings of Arbor include a kitchen and master bath, as well as a shot of the northeast corner of the building. As illustrated within the images, interior designs by Samuel Amoia and architectural designs by Behar Font & Partners are inspired by the tree-shaded setting of the project’s historic Coconut Grove surrounding, mindfully pulling the outdoors in through full-length windows, private gardens and sizable living areas.
“The images we’re unveiling further demonstrate that Arbor goes well beyond the norm of a standard development…a project crafted with a strong emphasis on livability and a sense of place,” said Nick Hamann, a Miami native, Coconut Grove resident and Principal with Urban Atlantic Group. “Our vision has been to create large, house-like residences that capitalize on wide views, special amenities and walkable access to area hot-spots and recreational facilities – essentially, the quintessential home-sites for long-term members of this vibrant community.”
“Having grown up in South Florida, Nick and I have always had a tremendous appreciation for Coconut Grove, its longstanding roots and multitude of unique offerings,” said Jeremy Waks, Principal of Oak Ventures, who also hails from Miami. “We have specifically drawn inspiration from these hallmarks to build something that pays homage to the social threads of the neighborhood, its ‘green’ composition and community-centered attributes.”
Arbor is an eco-living inspired development that will rise 5-stories and feature 52 units. The building is being designed by Behar Font & Partners with landscape design by Witkin Hults and Tyler Nielsen. Units will come in 2 and 3 bedroom layouts finished ranging from 1,400 SF to 2,000 SF and will come delivered with porcelain woodgrain floors and top-of-the-line appliances. Units will also feature glass walls, high ceilings and large family-style living spaces. Duplex loft and townhome style units will feature 20' ceilings while flat units will get 10' ceilings. There will also be 4 penthouses with private terraces. Amenities include a courtyard pool deck with pool and grilling areas along with a "bicycle concept" described by Nick Hamann of Urban Atlantic Group, which will allow residents to store, share and service their bikes. Units start at $799,000 targeting families that have been priced out of the Coconut Grove market but still want to live in the residential community. Urban Atlantic Group is headed up by Nick Hamann and Oak Ventures by Jeremy Waks. Sales will be overseen by Douglass Elliman as the exclusive sales broker for the project. The sales gallery just opened and the developers are expecting to break-ground in July and plan to deliver the units to buyers in fall of 2018. Check-out our original feature on the project from February 2017.
LointerHome Plans 27@Lincoln, A Boutique Mixed-Use Building in Coconut Grove
LointerHome has announced plans for 27@Lincoln, a boutique mixed-use development that will feature 68,000 SF of "Class A" office space and 5,000 SF of retail space. The 5-story building will be designed by William Hamilton Arthur IV as the architect on record and the project will include wraparound balconies, a rooftop terrace, and an underground parking garage with hydraulic car elevators. 27@Lincoln will be located at 3151 Southwest 27th Avenue, just 1 block away from South Bayshore Drive and Cocowalk. Groundbreaking is expected in early 2018.
“Coconut Grove is home to many professionals who will benefit from living and working in the same neighborhood rather than commuting to downtown every day. This is one of the Grove’s most desirable office addresses, and is perfectly positioned to offer residents a better per square foot deal than offices in Brickell,” said Amanda De Seta, the founder of LointerHome.
Featured Listing: Stunning Contemporary South Bayshore Estate Unveiled
A modern, luxurious contemporary has officially hit the market at 1641 South Bayshore Drive in Coconut Grove. Built by Terras Developers, the residence is 10,684 SF spread over 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and 2 half-baths. The home also features floor-to-ceiling glass that blends indoor, outdoor living with 24' high ceilings, Boffi kitchen, marble and wood flooring, a wine cellar, 6 car garage, smart home technology and an outdoor entertainment area with a 466 SF gazebo that has an outdoor kitchen and infinity edge pool. The residence was finished with interiors by Brazilian furnishings house Artefacto. It is currently listed with Karen Elmir of The Elmir Group for $10,880,000.
Featured Listing: Tour Casa Bahia, Coconut Grove's $43 Million Waterfront Estate Designed by Filmmaker Alejandro Landes
Welcome to Casa Bahia, a hyper-luxurious tropical contemporary located at 3085 Munroe Drive designed by Zyscovich Architects in partnership with filmmaker Alejandro Landes. Casa Bahia 13,843 SF spread over 7 bedrooms, 8 full-bathrooms and 1 half-bath with interiors designed by Landes’ mother, Catalina Echavarria, of CEU Studio. The estate also features a 2 bedroom guest house, theater, custom wine cellar, stunning floor-to-ceiling glass offering panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, rooftop deck, smart home technology, 8 car garage, 4 kitchens, 518' of waterfront with private dock and a 73-foot heated pool. Casa Bahia first hit the market for $50 million in September 2016. The home won the Architizer Popular Choice A+ Award in the Architcture + Water category. It is currently listed for $43 million with Pablo Alfaro of Douglas Elliman Real Estate. Tour the estate below.
Featured Listing: Coconut Grove's Casa Positano Lists for $28 Million
Casa Positano, located at 3080 Munroe Drive has listed for $28 million, making it the second most expensive home in Coconut Grove behind Casa Bahia, which is now listed at $43 million, down from its original list price of $50 million. Casa Positano features 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms over 7,000 SF. It was designed by Rafael Portuondo with interiors by Nikki Baron. It also features over Jerusalem limestone, mahogany floors, a gourmet kitchen, smart home technology, and 300' of waterfront on Biscayne Bay, outdoor entertainment area with a pool, coral stone deck and Ipe wood dock. Photos and listing by The Jills of Coldwell Banker Real Estate.
Tour The Tropical Modern Coconut Grove New Construction Home Listed for $3.185 Million
A tropical, modern oasis located at 4214 Anne Court in Coconut Grove has cut its price to $3.185 million for the 4 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom, 5,354 SF home. The new-construction home features the finest finishes include natural limestone, wood flooring, bamboo ceilings, a Mia Cucina kitchen, Creston smart home technology, a heated saltwater pool, jacuzzi and an outdoor spiral staircase. 4214 Anne Court is currently listed with Hilda Jacobson and Barbara Estela of Douglas Elliman Real Estate.