Triptych Hotel has been approved under the Miami 21 Zoning Code after submitting revisions to their original plans and scaling back the project. New plans show the project to rise 20 stories featuring 252 hotel rooms, 300 parking spaces, 38,000 SF of retail and 41,000 SF of office space. The hotel will be operated as a Hilton Curio Hotel. The hotel will be among the first in Midtown and will join HYDE Midtown when completed as the main hospitality options between Midtown and Design District. Triptych Hotel is being developed by HES Group and JQ Group.
Plans Unveiled for 40-Story Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Downtown Miami
Plans and a new rendering have been released of the 40-story proposed Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Downtown Miami. The Allan Shulman designed hotel tower is expected to rise 580 feet and will feature 270 hotel rooms along with a rooftop bar, office space and retail space. The design will feature a unique curtain wall system of colored glass. The 11,700 SF lot, which Mandala Holdings purchased for $8 million in 2016, is across adjacent to Genting's property for Resorts World Miami as well as the Metromover. The Courtyard by Marriott project is expected for completion in 2020.
Mast Capital + Angelo, Gordon & Co. Purchase Conrad Miami for $72 Million
Mast Capital, a Miami-based investment and development firm, and Angelo, Gordon & Co. have purchased the Conrad Miami from Holborn LC for $72 million. They will operate the hotel as a joint venture and have agreed with HEI Hotels & Resorts to enter the first Conrad Hotels & Resorts franchise agreement within the United States. The flagship Conrad Miami is located with the iconic Brickell Arch Tower. The interest purchased includes 203 hotel keys, a rooftop amenity deck, and a condo-hotel rental program, which currently has 41 out of 116 residential units participating. The Brickell Arch Tower contains 267,000 SF of rentable Class A office, 203 hotel keys, and 116 luxury residential units.
“This property was extremely compelling because of its prominent location on Brickell Avenue and world class architectural design,” said Camilo Miguel Jr., CEO of Mast Capital. “It is exciting to have the opportunity to fully realize the potential of the property. We are confident that the Conrad brand’s concept of smart luxury will be favored by guests and residents for years to come.”
The transaction was facilitated by Christian Charre, Paul Weimer and Natalie Castillo of CBRE Hotels. Mast Capital was represented by Kimberly LeCompte (acquisition), Joel Maser (corporate), Iris Escarra (zoning), Nancy Lash (loan), Nelson Migdal (hospitality) Andrew Sharpe (acquisition) and Brian Dombrowski (zoning) from Greenberg Traurig’s Miami, Washington D.C. and Fort Lauderdale offices. Lauren Giovannone and Michael Bradford from Paul Hastings’ Los Angeles office acted as co-counsel with Greenberg Traurig. The seller was represented by Suzanne Amaducci-Adams and Alexander Roitman (disposition) from Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP’s Miami office.
YOTEL Gets Final Approval for Downtown Site, Will Be Built Without Parking
The YOTEL has gotten its final approvals to come to Downtown Miami from Miami's Planning & Zoning Department. The hotel will be built without parking as the 10 story parking structure was not approved, an increasingly popular aspect of new construction buildings in the Downtown area as Miami continues to grow into a more pedestrian city. The YOTEL will be a 29 story tower, which is being designed by Stantec, will include both 188 apartment rentals and 225 micro-sized hotel units. The YOTEL is being developed as a joint venture between Agarat, a Kuwaiti real estate company, and Aria Development Group.
Fontainebleau Hotel on Miami Beach
Award-Winning, Renowned Architecture Firm, Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates, Inc. (NBWW), Celebrates its 50th Anniversary
Nichols Brosch Wurst Wolfe & Associates, Inc. (NBWW), an award-winning, renowned architecture firm that has played a key role in the design and restoration of many of Miami's most iconic and legendary properties, will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year. NBWW has long been a leader in South Florida hotel design ever since designing Grand Bay in the Grove, the first five start hotel in South Florida. Since the have been involved in over $5 billion of both new construction and renovation along with over 300 hotels including the Fontainebleau, The Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Eden Roc, Miami Beach EDITION and the DiLido. NBWW has served as the architect for the W Hotel in Miami Beach, the Diplomat Resort and Convention Center in Hollywood, the Hilton West Palm Beach Convention Center Hotel, the Auberge Beach Residences & Spa in Fort Lauderdale, and the 3-block Metropolitan Miami in Downtown Miami that includes the Marriott Marquis and Wells Fargo office building.
The Loews Miami Beach Hotel
Across the bay, NBWW has also been a major player in the evolution of Miami's skyline including designing award-winning JP Morgan office building at 1450 Brickell. They also designed building that are currently under-construction or coming soon such as Metropolis and Marriott Marquis Miami Worldcenter Hotel & Expo. In Coral Gables, NBWW's Mediterranean revival style they used for the Hyatt Regency Hotel, now serves as the guideline ordinances for most of the city's planning.
Mets in Downtown Miami
“We are thrilled to celebrate such a momentous milestone, as our firm continues to evolve and transform. From our team to our clients, we value every person who has contributed to the success of NBWW. Along with partners Bruce Brosch, Jim Wurst, Don Wolfe, Igor Reyes and Patrick Busteed, the firm continues to build on its esteemed reputation within the industry,” said John Nichols, CEO and Founder of NBWW. “We’ve had the unique opportunity to serve our community in exciting and impactful ways over the past five decades and we look forward to forging new partnerships and collaborations in the years to come. If the past 50 years are any indication of the next 50, we have very exciting opportunities and growth on the horizon.”
The Diplomat Hotel in Hollywood, FL
New projects for NBWW include the 1,700-room Marriott Marquis Hotel and Convention Center in Downtown Miami which will be part of the future Miami Worldcenter development; the 500-room JW Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Tampa Bay; and a 230-room hotel for the National World War II Museum in the historic district of New Orleans. The firm also announced its partnership with HOPE South Florida, a non-profit organization that provides crisis and rapid re-housing assistance to homeless families, veterans and individuals. Through this collaboration, NBWW will design an all-inclusive family center in Fort Lauderdale, which will offer assessment for housing, case management, employment, health screening and child care. On the west coast of Florida, projects include the Opal Sands Resort and the Wyndham Grand in Clearwater Beach, the Westin Hotel/VUE Residences in Sarasota, and the Marriott Waterside Convention Hotel in Tampa. In 2016, NBWW officially expanded its services into the Latin American market as it announced astrategic alliance with Alberto Reifer & Arquitectos, a boutique architecture firm based in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Dilido Hotel Miami Beach
“Throughout the years, we have had the privilege of working on projects across South Florida, the U.S. and Latin America, further expanding our knowledge and experience. We are excited to see what the future will bring, as we continue our steady growth across these international markets,” finished Nichols. Enjoy the photo tour of some of NBWW's most iconic designs.
Alhambra Tower in Coral Gables
The Miami Beach EDITION Hotel
Eden Roc/ Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
1450 Brickell
The Standard to Get Major Facelift, To Demolish Lido Spa Hotel
The Standard Miami Beach, located on the iconic Venetian Islands, is about to get a major facelift. It is expected that they will demolish the Lido Spa Hotel and the Lido Bayside Grill and replace it with a new 3-story structure that features ground floor parking and hotel rooms. The hotel room count will remain at 100 and the redesign will be headed up by Rene Gonzalez. The facelift will also leave most of the front facade in tact, especially the parts with historical MiMo Art Deco features. The currently operating spa will not be affected by the facelift. The proposal also addresses sea level rise and was approved by the Miami Beach Design Review Board.
Tour The Langford Hotel, Bloommiami's Repurposed Historic Miami National Bank
Bloommiami has transformated the historic Miami National Bank, one of Downtown Miami's most iconic buildings', into The Langford Hotel; a boutique hotel designed for the young professionals. The historic building is located in the heart of downtown Miami, an area that has seen a major surge of young professionals with disposable income. The Langford Hotel also features PB Station, a high-energy restaurant as well as Pawn Broker, an indoor-outdoor rooftop bar. Rooms are simple, functional and utilitarian and Amenities include valet parking, in-room wireless internet, 24-hour front desk, concierge, dry cleaning, conference rooms and business center.
Coral Gable's Historic Biltmore Hotel Releases Renderings of Lobby Renovation
The historic, 91-year old Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables is undergoing an extensive renovation which includes updating the main lobby. The redesign is being headed up in a collaboration between D'Shakil Designs and Studio 5 Design + Architecture. The work is expected to be completed this summer and features a modern spin on the the traditional style including new green and blue tufted velvet furniture, drapery, wood inlays, gold leaf and wool carpeting. The Biltmore Hotel was originally completed by George Merrick, founder of Coral Gables, in 1926. At 315 feet it was the tallest building in Florida at the time and still features an 18-hole championship golf course and a 600,000-gallon pool to this day.
“These new enhancements will bring an added element of style to the hotel, creating an improved sense of luxury that also reflects The Biltmore’s historic legacy. This new design will bring a fresh take to the details and décor of the lobby, all while continuing to offer guests a glimpse into the hotel’s storied past," says Matthias Kammerer, Managing Director at The Biltmore Hotel.
Tour the Luxurious, New, Updated The Ritz-Carlton on Key Biscayne
There is nothing on Key Biscayne like the new, redesigned Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. The recently updated beachfront hotel has seen changes to the lobby, amenities, restaurants and all 450 guest rooms. The renovation took place over multiple phases. For amenities, a new signature restaurant by Executive Chef Raul A. Del Pozo known has Lightkeepers will offer guests modern-coastal fare with local flavors and craft cocktails. Guest rooms will get updates from Wimberly Interiors and the hotel will even roll-out The Ritz-Carlton Suite, 2-bedroom suite style layouts with stunning ocean views. The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne also features 2 swimming pools, secluded white sand beach, luxurious spa, tennis center and complimentary yoga and cycling classes.
“We are thrilled to unveil the re-imagination of our beloved island oasis. We are excited to usher in this new chapter for the resort by inspiring our guests to rest, relax, and refresh,” said Mark Ferland, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne.
