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Coronavirus Pandemic Prompts Developers to Rethink the Future of Homes
A residence is no longer a place to simply “eat, shower and sleep” before venturing into a bustling world for school, work and social events, said Mr. Gillen, who owns development firm UnvarnishedCo based in Malibu, California. As the deadly virus outbreak has...
Paramount Miami: Reinventing Luxury
New construction Paramount Miami literally reinvented luxury in Downtown Miami. The 60 floor tower offers residences from 1 to 3 bedrooms and amazing amenities for its residents. Not only “the” place to live, PARAMOUNT is also the place to find the pulse of any city....
Covid-19 Essentials: new store at Aventura Mall sells pandemic essential items
Aventura Mall Miami drew attention in the United States press and social media, due to its new store with a controversial name. The Store Covid-19 Essentials was opened after quarantine in the Aventura, using the pandemic as a pretext to market, as its name implies,...
Sunny Isles Beach announces reopening of tourist activities
The noble and elegant Sunny Isles Beach has announced the reopening of tourist activities in the community. Beaches, hotels and restaurants started to operate with restrictions and following the security measures of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....
Brazilian soccer star Hulk buys penthouse at Paramount Miami
Brazilian soccer star Hulk, who has one of the highest wages in the segment, bought one of the penthouse condos at the luxury Paramount Miami World Center. The newly delivered building is located in Downtown Miami, within one of the largest mixed-use complexes in the...
Brokers await an increase in activity as sales galleries open in South Florida
Brokerage firms are reopening sales galleries in Miami, betting on personal interaction with the finishes and physical presence in decorated units to stimulate the increase in sales. Florida entered Phase 2 reopening on June 5 and several activities have already been...
Live and Play: The lifestyle at Paramount Miami – Interview with Dan Kodsi
Dan Kodsi, CEO of Royal Palms Companies and developer of the luxury condo Paramount Miami World Center in Downtown Miami explains the concept of Live and Play for the residents of the building. Paramount Miami is one of the newest residential condos in the city...
Paramount Skyport – Super Drone may transport residents at Paramount Miami
If you think that drones transporting humans in the airspace of large cities is still a distant reality, a major construction company in Miami thinks differently. Dan Kodsi, CEO of Royal Palms Companies and developer of the Paramount Miami World Center complex in...
New inventory back on the market at Fisher Island
The exclusive Fisher Island in Miami saw the completion of its latest condo last year. The luxury condo may boost its ranking as one of the priciest ZIP Codes in the country. After 12 years, the second of two sister buildings is open. Palazzo Della Luna opened with 50...
Top 10 most luxurious Miami condo amenities
The Miami luxury Real Estate segment is a worldwide reference as a true laboratory for novelties in luxury condos. The infrastructure that the new condos in Miami have is often unbelievable. It is not just a matter of offering residents a ballroom, swimming pool or...
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From Kids Concierge to real water parks. Discover the revolutionary new “Kids & Teen Spaces” in Miami’s condominiums
Children and teenagers are at the center of discussions on new Miami Luxury Real Estate projects in Miami. The new luxury condos developers started to listen to the little ones, who are increasingly positioning themselves as key players in the decision of their...
Disney parks require advance reservations, even for those who already have a ticket
Some parks have already reopened in Orlando, such as Universal and Legoland. As the easing of the quarantine occurs, gradually, the economy in Florida, extremely dependent on tourism, begins to breathe. Disney parks will soon reopen. Magic Kingdom will be the first,...
Orlando real estate values even during crisis
The city of Orlando is considered one of the best destinations in the world for real estate investment, according to Forbes magazine. In fact, year by year the market sees a solid and consistent appreciation in the average price of properties. The latest report from...
Urban exodus and the impact on the housing market
Robert Shiller, Nobel Prize in Economics, in an interview with Bloomberg, said he believes we are going through a situation similar to the era of discovering nuclear weapons. In 1949, when the Russians first tested the atomic bomb, there was an exodus to suburban US...
Home office and the future of the corporate environment
The pandemic and restrictions measures have sparked debate about the future of residential and corporate environments. In the article “The future of residential environments after COVID-19" we brought the perspective of the developers regarding the new residential...
Lennar homes Florida
Lennar homes in Florida are highly sought after by investors, for the quality of construction and the modern designs and finishes. Founded in 1954, Lennar Corporation is a major construction company in the United States, headquartered in Miami. AMG Realty has long had...
Developers in Orlando offer creative solutions amid the crisis
In recent years, international buyers, especially Latin Americans, have had a strong presence in the Florida real estate sector. According to data released by the Florida Realtors Association, more than 50% of all international buyers in Orlando came from Latin...
Luxury around Orlando
Florida is one of the most visited destinations in the world and also a promising market for investors and millionaires looking for comfort and luxury. Miami and Orlando are the two most popular cities. Orlando has always been seen as the city of theme parks,...
Orlando median home price continues to rise
Good news for those who have already bought homes in the Orlando area or intend to buy: the average price of properties continues to increase and the trend remains. The Orlando Regional Realtor Association released a recent report stating that average prices for homes...
Coconut Grove housing prices rise despite uncertainty
Residential real estate prices in Coconut Grove continue to climb as buyers seek out this community for its acclaimed schools, high elevation, shopping centers and dining destinations. Reported Miami Today News. Despite the global uncertainty caused by the...
Miami’s 3 top spots for fancy sushi
Craving sushi? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end sushi spots in Miami, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill. Zuma Miami is one of them. Curious about which are the other two?...
Endangered camel calf born at Zoo Miami
An endangered baby camel. An endangered baby camel just arrive to make Zoo Miami a better place! The little camel was born during the weekend and appears to be doing just fine. Read More: https://wsvn.com/news/local/miami-dade/endangered-camel-calf-born-at-zoo-miami/
Buyers Eyeing South Florida Should Consider Broward County for Good Returns on Investment
In recent years, South Florida has seen an influx of Northeasterners, drawn by the state’s lack of income tax and low property taxes, particularly in the wake of 2018’s tax reform. By December of last year, the sales of high-end homes and condos in Miami-Dade, Palm...
Luxury around Orlando
Florida is one of the most visited destinations in the world and also a promising market for investors and millionaires looking for comfort and luxury. Miami and Orlando are the two most popular cities. Orlando has always been seen as the city of theme parks,...
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Miami
The Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Miami is a very cultural, beautiful and pleasant tour for the whole family. For those who thought that Miami only offers beach and trendy nightlife, this museum in Miami contrasts this paradigm a little and shows that the city also...
Inside Shaquille O’neal’s home in Orlando
Take a tour of the Orlando home of basketball legend Shaquille O’neil. The former player, considered one of the best basketball players of all time, made history on the LSU Tigers, Orlando Magic, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers. The player's Florida mansion is in a...
More than 21,000 have signed petition to keep Disneyland closed amid coronavirus pandemic
Walt Disney Company's Wednesday announcement that it plans to reopen Disneyland and sister theme park Disney's California Adventure on Wednesday, July 17 (the 65th anniversary of Disneyland's opening), was met with a petition asking the Anaheim, California, parks not...
The Butler Chain of Lakes
Did you know that one of the factors that makes the Orlando region so special is also its lush tropical nature? The central region of Florida, where Orlando is located, is rich in forests, lakes, biodiversity and a lot of nature to be explored. Most tourists come to...
Isleworth: The community of the rich and famous near Orlando
Orlando's surrounding areas offer small cities, vilas and communities that few people know about. Most condos and luxury homes for sale in Orlando are not in the city of Orlando, but in nearby cities. One is the small community of Isleworth, a favorite of celebrities...
15 things to do in Weston, Florida
Located in the western part of South Florida’s Broward County, the community of Weston was developed in the mid-’90s and borders the Everglades on its western edge. With a median family income that’s more than three times the national average, Weston has a reputation...
You can finally visit this stunning place in person: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Florida is home to some incredible places that can transport you to other worlds with their colors, architecture, and natural beauty. While looking through virtual tours and photo highlights of your favorite spots around the Sunshine State passed the time during...
Despite increased demand for single-family homes, luxury condos in Miami continue to sell
With the pandemic, the preference for single-family homes in South Florida increased. People prefer to buy houses with a large outdoor area, and avoid taking elevators and exposing themselves to certain common areas of the buildings. In the article The future of the...
Endangered mongoose lemur born at Zoo Miami
A Florida zoo has announced the recent birth of an endangered mongoose lemur. Reported news4jax.com Zoo Miami spokesman Ron Magill posted on the park's website Tuesday that the baby lemur was born May 6. It's the first of its species to be born at the zoo. Both...
Beaches Back Open in Miami-Dade With Plenty of New Rules
Miami-Dade County beaches that have been closed because of the coronavirus pandemic have reopened more than a week after their previous reopening date was pushed back by protests. Reported NBC Miami. The beach rules include: No groups of more than 10 people will be...
Gyms may reopen in Miami-Dade, as determined by Mayor Carlos Gimenez
Florida is already in Phase 2 of reopening the economy, as determined by Governor Ron DeSantis, on this last day 5. In the midst of this resumption environment, Miami-Dade County gyms and gyms have received great news: reopen its doors after more than two months...
Q1 home sales in South Florida surge before coronavirus took hold
South Florida’s residential markets performed well in the first quarter, just as the coronavirus pandemic began to take hold in the region. Reported The Real Deal. Closed sales dollar volume in the tri-county region totaled nearly $9 billion between January and...
Miami-Dade plans to reopen beaches on Wednesday
Right after Governor Ron DeSantis' determination, on the last 5, to start Phase 2 of reopening the state of Florida, the city of Miami receives more good news: the beaches of Miami-Dade County may reopen tomorrow (Wednesday). The beaches were closed due to the...
I-Drive NASCAR indoor Kart Racing
For those who like to go karting here is a different tip to do in Orlando besides the parks. The I-Drive NASCAR Indoor Kart Racing is the famous “Orlando Kart”. It is a fun indoor and very modern. Cars are electric, safe and unlike anything you've ever seen. The...
Disney Springs Orlando: Complete Guide
Disney Springs is a shopping, leisure and entertainment center for the Walt Disney Company, formerly known as Downtown Disney. It is located within the Walt Disney World complex, on Bay Lake in Florida, close to Orlando. The construction of the site is inspired by the...
Orlando authorizes resumption of vacation rentals
Authorities in Osceola County, Florida, recently authorized the return of Vacation Homes short-term rental activity. The decision comes shortly after the announcement of the reopening of the Disney Springs complex and also Universal's parks (June 5). The resumption of...
Universal Orlando is the first major theme park to reopen in Florida
Yesterday (5) was the first day of Universal Orlando's reopening, the first major Orlando park to resume operations and reopen to visitors, after three months closed due to the pandemic. Orlando resorts and parks have been closed since March. Yesterday was also the...
Miami Restaurants Get Creative With Social Distancing Methods
On May 18, Miami-Dade County gave restaurants the go-ahead to reopen their dining rooms at 50 percent capacity. The City of Miami and Miami Beach held off initially but followed suit nine days later. Reported Miami New Times In addition to reduced capacity, area...
Four stores closed permanently at Brickell City Centre. Here’s why
Four stores at Brickell City Centre — Adolfo Domínguez, Emporio Armani, Musart and Stuart Weitzman — have closed permanently, a Swire spokesperson confirmed. BCC attributed some of the closures to the coronavirus pandemic. Reported Miami Herald. “We have been prepared...
Put on your thong and brunch by the pool: The Clevelander in Miami Beach is reopening
The Clevelander Kitchen & Bar reopens this week for dine-in service at the pool and patio area, which has been expanded onto Ocean Drive, now closed to traffic. Miami Beach restaurants started reopening last week after COVID-19 closures in March. Reported Miami...
Midtown Miami Apartment Tower Welcomes First Residents Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Imagine moving into your beautiful new apartment in a building tricked out with all sorts of plush amenities in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. Sure, moving would be a nightmare, and you wouldn’t be able to use any of those amenities or common areas for an...
Coronavirus: Gov. DeSantis announces ‘Phase 2’ plan to reopen Florida. What it means
On Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the second part of his Safe. Smart. Step-by-step plan to reopen the state. DeSantis said 64 Florida counties can reopen bars and movie theaters while retail stores can go to full capacity. Reported News-Press. The change takes...
You can now have dinner at this Little Havana speakeasy
With bars in the county still closed, watering holes are getting creative with their spaces. Case in point: Little Havana speakeasy Los Altos, which this week turns its upstairs hideaway into a not-so-secret, socially distant supper club. Reported TimeOut. While there...
Residences by Armani/Casa in Florida has amenities designed by Giorgio Armani
Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani worked with Argentine-American architect César Pelli to complete this residential skyscraper in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. Reported Dezeen. Pelli Clarke Pelli, the firm founded by the Pelli...
Why are Miami-Dade beaches that were to open still closed and tied to the curfew?
When Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez set a countywide curfew after Saturday’s protests, he tied the reopening of the beaches to the lifting of the curfew. Reported Miami Herald. But the beaches, which have been closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic and...