4 Gorgeous New Miami Architectural Projects

4 Gorgeous New Miami Architectural Projects

Sep 09, 2019 September 09, 2019

Known as a city that worships design, and one in which nearly every star architect has left their indelible mark, Miami architecture boasts contributions from such world-famous names as Frank Gehry, Rem Koolhaas, Zaha Hadid, Herzog & De Meuron, Grimshaw, César Pelli, Richard Meier, Rafael Moneo, Jean Nouvel, and Bjarke Ingels, as well as revered local designers such as Arquitectonica.

Spread across all areas of the city, here are four of Miami’s newest and most talked-about architectural wonders that are simply breathtaking to look at.

One Thousand Museum

One Thousand Museum

Photo courtesy of 1000 Museum


Rising at 1000 Biscayne Boulevard, directly across from
Museum Park, One Thousand Museum has quickly become one of the most famous buildings in Florida. This spectacular 62-story residential tower is one of the last works designed by the late Pritzker Prize winner Zaha Hadid prior to her death, and her first residential tower design in the Western Hemisphere.

Standing over 707 feet tall, One Thousand Museum is among the tallest buildings in the Miami city skyline, and currently the city’s only condominium tower with a helipad on its rooftop. The building features a unique curved exoskeleton composed of glass fiber reinforced concrete that partially hides the building’s balconies and structurally allows fewer columns in the interior spaces, creating a unique design that allows for vast, open living spaces. The building houses 84 luxurious museum-quality residences, and over 30,000 square feet of ultra-luxurious amenities.

Faena District Miami Beach

Faena District - Miami Beach

Photo courtesy of Faena

The Faena district, developed by the famed Argentinean hotelier and developer Alan Faena, is a billion-dollar project extending six blocks north from 32nd Street to 36th Streets between the Atlantic Ocean beach and Indian Creek that provides an injection of art, music, fashion, and cultural happenings to the mid-beach region. The district is home to two hotels, three condominium buildings, a vast art and culture center, and plenty of retail venues.

The assortment of buildings are designed by renowned architects Norman Foster, Brandon Haw and Bill Sofield. The largest of them is the Faena Forum, a 42,565 square-foot cultural center designed with vast stretches of open space, supported by a facade consisting of 350 distinct windows, a spiraling balcony with gorgeous views of the city, and a 40-foot-high dome. The most architecturally innovative structure in the district, however, is undeniably the Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA), designed by Pritzker Prize-winner Rem Koolhaas.

ICA Miami

ICA Miami

Photo courtesy of ICA Miami


Located in the heart of Miami at
61 NE 41st Street, Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami, designed by Aranguren & Gallegos, features two unique perforated and reflective facades that creates a beautiful glowing effect at night. The building design is based on a luminous cubic volume concept, or “Magic Box,” based on a triangular geometry designed to resist hurricane winds. Inside, the museum’s galleries are spread over three levels, and host illuminated art installations that underscore the building’s iconic luminosity. The complex features an exterior sculpture garden that acts as an outdoor gallery.

UM Architecture Studio

UM Architecture Studio

Photo courtesy of University of Miami


Voted the
2018 Building of the Year by readers of World-Architects.com, the University of Miami’s new Architecture Studio, located at 1223 Dickinson Drive Coral Gables, is an understated structure marked by a dramatic overhanging roof made of raw concrete, mimicking the form of a gentle wave that provides shade for an outdoor terrace. Designed by the renowned Miami-based architectural firm Arquitectonica, this a 20,000-square-foot LEED-certified construction with a sleek glass-and-concrete design that provides bright open workspaces for UM’s architecture students and faculty, and serves as an educational model for architectural studies by showcasing basic tenets of contemporary architecture, with a nod to the principles of Miami Modernist architecture.

The structure emphasizes sustainability and incorporates the natural pattern of sunlight to ensure a comfortable work environment even during the hottest weather, maximizing energy efficiency by exploiting natural daylight that diminshed the need for artificial light, and windows that provide cool ventilation to eliminate the need for air conditioning, a genuine triumph in the face of the Miami heat.

As Miami continues its fascination with architecture and design, and more and more architectural masterpieces dot the cityscape, these recent constructions mark the dramatic transition that the city is making as it becomes an even greater hub of architectural wizardry as the 21st century advances.

Contributor
Contact Us
Sep Niakan
Broker / Team Lead
(305) 697-7667
sep@blackbookproperties.com
Request Info
By sending you agree to CondoBlackBook's Terms of Use

Your Miami Condo Awaits

Recent Posts

The Residences at 1428 Brickell Video Tour: Exquisite, Eco-conscious Living with Italian Luxury
Video Blog The Residences at 1428 Brickell Video Tour: Exquisite, Eco-conscious Living with Italian Luxury
Brickell, the Wall Street of the South, one of the most desirable Miami neighborhoods for international business professionals and families alike, is synonymous with innovation, a luxury lifestyle and original ideas. This time, the Brickell spirit is embodied in the fantastic new pre construction condominium — The Residences at 1428 Brickell.  In our latest video, Stephanie Bienstock, our director of Luxury Sales, visited the newly opened sales gallery to talk with Jennifer Behar Cervera about what makes The Residences at 1428 Brickell unlike any new residential development coming to Brickell, Miami. Join us as we learn about the project’s six driving forces — detail, craftsmanship, architecture, nature, privacy, and innovation — and tour the sales gallery to see all the finishes and details up close.     — What You Can Expect at The Residences at 1428 Brickell, Miami  If you care about the environment and love leaning into Italian design, then the first-ever solar-powered...
February 2024: Miami New Development and Pre-Construction Condo Update
Real Estate News February 2024: Miami New Development and Pre-Construction Condo Update
Miami’s pre-construction market buzzed in February with many newsworthy events throughout the city. The much-awaited Bentley Residences, Cipriani Residences, and Indian Creek Residences and Yacht Club all broke ground this month. And Brickell’s Mercedes-Benz Places, Key Biscayne’s Key Cassa, and Sunny Isles’ St. Regis' second tower launched sales.  Also, developers accelerated construction efforts for several luxury condo projects including Una Residences, 501 First, St. Regis Brickell, and more. Read on for details on these and more exciting updates in our monthly Miami pre-construction condo market roundup for February 2024: Launched Sales Mercedes-Benz Places – Brickell St. Regis Residences (North Tower) – Sunny Isles Beach Key Cassa – Key Biscayne New Sales Gallery Bay Harbor Towers – Bay Harbor Islands Broke Ground Cipriani Residences – Brickell Indian Creek Residences and Yacht Club – Bay Harbor Islands Bentley Residences – Sunny Isles...
February 2024: Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Pre-Construction Condo News Update
Real Estate News February 2024: Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach Pre-Construction Condo News Update
South Florida's pre-construction market continues to stay hot with five new condo projects launching sales this February. Newgard’s Natiivo, Stephen Ross’ Shorecrest, and Sympatico’s Mr. C Hotel and Residences are a few of the announcements that made headlines this month in Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach. Further, given the demand for luxury housing in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas, luxury apartment towers Circ Residences and Havn Residences & Yacht Club converted to condos, offering the first few buyers unique benefits. Read below to find details on these and more projects in our February 2024 pre-construction condo market round-up for Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach: — February 2024 – Fort Lauderdale & Palm Beach Condo Pre-Construction Market at a Glance Sales Launched Natiivo Fort Lauderdale – Fort Lauderdale Shorecrest – West Palm Beach Mr. C Hotel & Residences – West Palm Beach Glass House – Boca Raton Havn Residences & Yacht Club (Renovated) –...
Oceanfront Luxury: Ritz-Carlton Sunny Isles Penthouse Video Tour
Real Estate News Oceanfront Luxury: Ritz-Carlton Sunny Isles Penthouse Video Tour
Living at the Ritz-Carlton Residences, a global collection of branded condo homes known for their unparalleled service and elegance, offers you the epitome of a luxury-driven lifestyle. And even more so at their prestigious Sunny Isles Beach location, where pristine water views offer serenity in almost every direction. In our latest video, Stephanie Bienstock, our Luxury Real Estate Specialist, takes us on a tour of one of her client’s turnkey penthouses. Come take a look!     Perched on the 48th floor, this exquisite beachfront penthouse residence is an exclusive sanctuary of comfort. Upon arrival, a private elevator whisks you directly into your foyer, an entrance that sets the tone for the rest of the home. Spanning an impressive 2,200 square feet, every inch of this Ritz-Carlton Residences Sunny Isles penthouse has been crafted for an unrivaled living experience, tastefully decorated with a sophisticated color palette and high-end furniture.  Once inside, the open floor plan...
Condo Painting Dos and Don’ts
Opinions and Advice Condo Painting Dos and Don’ts
Painting your home can be a daunting prospect, from the color selection to cleaning up the mess. After all, it is a complex procedure — who knew there were 52 shades of white?!—, and whatever color you do end up choosing will dictate the mood and feel of your entire condo or home, so no pressure! However, when done right, a good paint job is a relatively easy way to renovate your condo and give it a well-needed facelift before selling it, renting it out, or enjoying living there. So, grab your paint color samples, and let’s discuss some condo painting ideas to get your property in tip-top shape. — What Color Should You Paint Each Room? At the end of the day, you should paint your house in whatever color floats your boat! You have to live there, after all. That being said, there are definitely good and bad paint colors, depending on your needs and purpose. The colors and combinations you choose will ultimately have an impact on the look, and more importantly, the feel of your...
New Mercedes-Benz Places Comes to Brickell, Miami
Real Estate News New Mercedes-Benz Places Comes to Brickell, Miami
What do Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley, and now Mercedes-Benz have in common? They all have luxury condo projects in Miami! And that means you can also call this newly announced Mercedes-Benz Places home.  Announcing its first branded residential project in the U.S., Mercedes-Benz will now have a “towering” presence in Miami. After the successful debut of the Porsche Design Tower, near-complete Aston Martin Residences, and under-construction Bentley Residences, one of the world's oldest carmakers is gearing up to elevate condo living in Brickell with Mercedes-Benz Places. Developed by JDS Development Group, the company behind Echo Brickell, Monad Terrace, and 888 Brickell by Dolce and Gabbana, Mercedes-Benz Places will offer 791 luxurious residences set in a 67-story high-rise. Located at 191 S.W. 12th St., the mixed-use tower will also deliver 200,000 square feet of office/health and fitness facilities plus a 174-key Treehouse Hotel. Adding to the future-ready appeal of the...