SLS LUX: Another Brickell Masterpiece

Because of the successful sell out of SLS Brickell, another SLS hotel and residence property is about to begin construction in Brickell --  SLS LUX.  Situated just a few blocks from its sister property and within the Brickell Heights property, this new Related project plans a 57-story tower with 450 condominium residences and 12 penthouses that will ooze luxury.  With Jorge Perez's passion for fine art and unique design, SLS LUX is about to bring the best of both worlds to what will become a highly sought after address in all of Brickell. 

The Masterminds of SLS LUX

SLS LUX  is a combination of some of the elite minds of the real estate development and architectural world.   At the helm is none other than Mr. Brickell himself, Jorge Perez, CEO of the Related Group which can be credited for being part of re-energizing real estate development in Miami over the past two to three years with the likes of Icon Bay, Icon Brickell, SLS Brickell, Paraiso Bay and others.  The Related Group has partnered with other icons in the industry including The Allen Morris Company, Arquitectonica (no surprise there),

world renowned Yabu Pushelberg for the interior design, and sbe Founder and hospitality guru, Sam Nazarian, with other SLS hotels and residences (SLS South Beach and SLS Brickell) along with some of the best restaurants and night clubs under his belt. But what makes SLS LUX stand out above the rest is the museum-quality works of art by artists Fernando Botero and  Fabian Bergos throughout the property.  On top of this, prominent lighting artist, Ana Isabel Martinez is designing the first LED facade.

Location of SLS LUX

In terms of location, SLS LUX is literally right in the center of everything.  Situated at 801 South Miami Avenue, SLS LUX is planned to sit adjacent to Mary Brickell Village and the Brickell City Centre, currently under construction.  Within walking distance are restaurants, shopping, businesses and everything else needed to make living here easy and convenient. 

SLS LUX Features and Amenities

There is so much planned for SLS LUX that it seems we need to break it up into smaller categories.  This complex looks like it will be different from the other Related projects simply because of the art planned. 

Features.  Botero sculptures will be placed in several places including the front sidewalk and other prominent areas of the building.  sbe restaurant by chef Katsuya Uechi and a lounge by SBar are expected on the ground floor.  And, amazingly, there looks like a huge ninth floor indoor/outdoor sports and entertainment  area that offers:

• A huge lap pool
• Beach front entry pool
• Multi-use sports center that includes a tennis court (yes tennis court), soccer area, bocce ball court and more
• A state-of-the-art fitness center, rock climbing wall
• Outdoor bar and kitchen with grill area
• VIP access to other SLS properties' and Brickell Heights (under construction)
• Too many features to mention

Building Services.  In addition to the stand-out features of SLS LUX, residents have access to the services offered at SLS LUX Hotel.  These building services include:

·         24-hour valet parking

·         24-hour security service

·         Butler and "While You're Away" services

·         Concierge services

·         Dry cleaning and laundry

·         Housekeeping

·         In-room dining

·         Nanny/babysitting

·         Overnight shoeshine

·         Personal IT support assistance

·         Pet services

·         Plant maintenance

·         Pre-arrival provisioning and grocery shopping

·         Translation services

Residence Amenities.  If the building services and features are not enough, each residence offers the following amenities:

·         Fully finished residences with several choices of imported porcelain tile flooring

·         Elegant semi-private and private elevators with biometrics technology

·         9' and 12'- smooth finish ceilings for residences and penthouses, respectively

·         Some penthouses with private rooftop pools and outdoor spas

·         Amazing gourmet-kitchens with imported cabinetry and stone countertops (choices pre-selected by Yabu Pushelberg) as well as high-end stainless steel appliances

·         Home Automation system

·         Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors

·         Pre-wired for high-speed communications multiple telephone lines and cable

·         Private vestibules in all residences

·         Rain Showers and spa tubs in all master bathrooms

·         Barbecue grilling areas on terraces of some residences

·         "Smart Building" technology features custom SLS LUX app, that links residents to SLS Brickell professional concierge services and building amenities

·         Spacious, fully finished walk-in closets in all master bedrooms

·         Spacious terraces with glass and aluminum railings

·         Stunning views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline

·         Two self-parking spaces available for most residences

SLS LUX Real Estate Information

SLS LUX plans to offer one, two, three and four-bedroom prices for residential properties.  There are 10 floor plans from which to choose some of which offer dens and plenty of room to move.  Following are the selected floor plans:

Prices average about $600 per square foot with list prices falling between the mid to upper-$600s and well over $1 million.  Penthouse properties will be offered with list prices higher possibly topping $3 million.

RESIDENCE	BEDS/BATHS	INTERIOR	TERRACE	TOTAL SQ.FT
01	3BR/3BA PLUS DEN	1,779	505	2,284
02	2BR/2.5BA PLUS DEN	1,250	234	1,484
03	1BR/1.5BA	945	159	1,104
04	3BR/3BA	1,502	414	1,916
05	2BR/2BA	1,353	350	1,703
06	1BR/2BA PLUS DEN	1,075	153	1,228
07	1BR/1.5 BA PLUS DEN	955	153	1,108
08	1BR/2BA  PLUS DEN	1,010	153	1,163
09	3BR/3BA	1,660	490	2,150
10	2BR/2BA PLUS DEN	1,394	226	1,620

The planned schedule for deposits is:

• 10% at Reservation
• 10% at Contract (or balance of 20%)
• 10% at Groundbreaking
• 10% at 9th floor
• 10% at Top-off
• 50% at closing

Luxury at Its Finest

SLS LUX represents luxury at its finest.  This property is, without a doubt, a continuation of its SLS sister properties in Miami and maybe even one step further.  Because SLS Brickell sold out within a month of launching reservations, SLS LUX seems to show that it may do the same. 

Paraíso Bay - se construye el Paraíso en Miami

Debido a la recuperación del mercado de bienes y raíces en Florida, distintos desarrolladores inmobiliarios se encuentran muy motivados a incentivar la construcción de nuevos condominios en la ciudad de Miami. Con varios proyectos en proceso de aprobación y otros a punto de iniciar, Paraíso Bay es uno de los proyectos más importantes de la ciudad.

Como parte del proyecto de desarrollo y mejoramiento de distritos enteros en Miami, Paraíso Bay  forma parte de los lujosos planes en el prometedor Edgewater. Con una situación privilegiada frente a la bahía, este nuevo condominio estará a sólo 15  minutos de distancia de el AeropuertoInternacional de Miami y cruzando la Tuttle Causeway se encontrará con South Beach.

En imponentes cinco acres de terreno, el complejo incluirá un hermoso parque. Serán dos torres de 55 pisos con apartamentos de uno, dos, tres y cuatro dormitorios, cuyos tamaños varían  desde unos 1.000 pies cuadrados a cerca de 2.500 pies cuadrados. Todos los apartamentos contarán con magníficas vistas a la bahía, ya que sólo habrá un máximo de siete unidades por piso.

Dentro de los servicios que Paraíso Bay ofrece a sus propietarios se encuentran ascensores privados para cada unidad, una enorme piscina estilo “laguna” que da a la Bahíade Biscayne, una zona de masajes al aire libre y un spa relajante, un gimnasio de última generación, un parque de media hectárea con parque infantil, zona de ejercicios, senderos y esculturas de artistas de la Fundación Nacional de Jóvenes Artistas, y otros servicios en la base de las dos torres… sin duda, un lugar para vivir mejor.

Para saber cómo se vive en Edgewater y el desarrollo del lugar, lee más aquí.

Paraiso Bay – The Related Group May Have Outdone Themselves

As the real estate market makes a comeback in Miami, developers are in the building mood, which is just what they are doing with new Miami condominiums.  With several projects underway or about to begin, Paraiso Bay is the next big thing about which everyone in Miami real estate is talking.  With the construction tentatively set to begin during the winter months (we know...what winter?), the Related Group may have outdone themselves with Paraiso Bay. 

This new tropical paradise (Paraiso) will be set on five acres that will include a beautiful new park.  There are going to be two 55-story towers housing approximately (345) one, two, three and four-bedroom units ranging in size from about 1,000 square feet to about 2,500 square feet.  All of the residences have gorgeous bay views as there are only a maximum of seven units on each floor lined up across the building. 

Location of Paraiso Bay

Paraiso Bay will be located on the bayfront in the Edgewater neighborhood.  In the past Edgewater was one of Miami’s questionable areas, but with the real estate surge in development and construction as well as the revitalization of the Design District and the Wynwood Arts District, it is quickly turning the tides and becoming one of the revitalization projects.  More and more shops are setting up shop in Edgewater as well as the addition of more high-rise and mid-rise condominiums. 

Edgewater is a perfect area for this type of change as it is surrounded by popular and up and coming areas and is in close proximity to so many other parts of Miami.  Miami International Airport is just 15 minutes away while South Beach is just across the Tuttle Causeway which just happens to be a few blocks to the north of Paraiso Bay. 

The Plans for Paraiso Bay

Paraiso Bay is destined for greatness with the people at the helm of this project.  Jorge Perez, President and CEO of the Related Group, is the brains behind Paraiso Bay.  As the premiere developer in Miami, in return for adding a park with playground equipment and more, Perez was able to permanently close off 31^st Street.  As with other recent condominiums like Icon Bay and Icon Brickell, Arquitectonica is putting Perez’s ideas in motion with the architecture of the property.  As for the details inside and out, United Design of London will take on the interior design while Enzo Enea handles the interior design. 

Amenities and Features

Where to begin with the amenities is the big question.  The plans for Paraiso Bay call for private elevators for each unit, a massive pool deck that is elevated 40 feet and surrounding a 100-foot diameter “lagoon” style pool that faces Biscayne Bay, a relaxing outdoor massage area and spa, state of the art fitness center, half-acre park with playground, exercise area, walking paths and sculptures by artists from the National Young Arts Foundation, and other amenities at the base of both towers that are still being determined.

Inside each residence, each unit will be decorator-ready and face Biscayne Bay with amazing views of South Beach via flow through units, high-end appliances by Subzero and Bosch and beautiful European kitchen cabinets, nine-foot ceilings, faceted glass railing balconies and more. 

Real Estate at Paraiso Bay

While still in the pre-construction phase, there are one, two, three, and four-bedroom units planned at Paraiso Bay.  With only seven units on each floor, penthouse floors will be available.  Until construction begins, buyers can put down deposits as a reservation to hold a unit until they go to contract.  Following are general list prices:

Unit #	Type		Square Feet	List Price	Price/ SF	View
808		1 Bed/1.5 Bath	918	$396,900	$432	NW Corner
2308		1 Bed/1.5 Bath	918	$438,900	$478	NW Corner
3508		1 Bed/1.5 Bath	918	$475,900	$517	NW Corner
607		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1004	$464,900	$463	NE Corner
1007		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1004	$479,900	$478	NE Corner
1807		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1004	$497,900	$496	NE Corner
2907		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1004	$530,900	$529	NE Corner
3307		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1004	$542,900	$541	NE Corner
3602		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1061	$603,900	$569	E
4102		1 Bed/ 2 Bath + Den	1061	$603,900	$569	E
703		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1324	$664,900	$502	E
3506		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1244	$712,900	$573	E
4006		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1244	$727,900	$585	E
2404		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1311	$731,900	$558	E
2905		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1312	$743,900	$567	E
3803		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1324	$768,900	$581	E
4405		2 Bed/3 Bath + Den	1312	$791,900	$604	E
3001		4 Bed/4.5 Bath + Den	2234	$1,292,900	$579	SE Corner
3901		4 Bed/4.5 Bath + Den	2234	$1,336,900	$598	SE Corner
4701		4 Bed/4.5 Bath + Den	2234	$1,343,900	$602	SE Corner

As for deposits, there is a tentative payment schedule:

• 10% with Reservations
• 10% at Contract – December – January 2014 (tentative)
• 10% at Groundbreaking (mid-2014) 
• 10% at Completion of Floor 10 – Around the End of 2014
• 10% at Top Off – mid-2015
• 50% at Completion mid-2016

Paradise in Miami

For those who live in Miami, every day is paradise in Miami.  At Paraiso Bay, this will be paradise in the truest sense of the word.  With so many cool areas around Edgewater, this Miami condominium is an excellent investment that will pay off.