The Residences at Shell Bay, Hallandale Beach: Auberge's Private Golf Sanctuary
Set within 150 acres along the Intracoastal, The Residences at Shell Bay is a 20-story, Auberge-branded sanctuary that unites modern design with private club living. Just 108 homes by Kobi Karp with AvroKO interiors feature Molteni&C kitchens, Gaggenau appliances and expansive terraces. Shell Bay Club delivers an 18-hole Greg Norman course with a 12-acre practice facility and a 9-hole Par-3, a racquet program, and a 48-slip marina, all backed by Auberge services. Vertical construction is underway; completion is anticipated in 2027.
Condo vs. House in Miami: The Upscale Living Dilemma
Miami’s luxury buyers face a refined choice between vertical glamour and landed privacy. High-rise condominiums deliver sky‑high views, curated design, and full‑service amenities in the city’s most dynamic districts. Private estates, by contrast, offer scale, autonomy, and grounds that become an owner’s personal resort. This editorial weighs neighborhoods, architecture, lifestyle, privacy, upkeep, and investment dynamics to help you decide whether a five‑star tower or a secluded residence aligns best with the way you want to live in South Florida.
Best Luxury Developments for Golf Enthusiasts in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County is a genuine golfer’s enclave, pairing tour-caliber courses with private, design-forward communities. This editorial guide highlights the developments that matter most to committed players, from the new-school architecture and practice science at Panther National to the under-the-radar prestige of The Bear’s Club, the training ecosystem at Old Palm, the marina-and-golf interplay at Admirals Cove, and the branded urban polish of The Residences at Mandarin Oriental Boca Raton. We compare course authorship, practice infrastructure, privacy, and lifestyle programming so buyers can align a preferred way of playing with a preferred way of living.
Armani Casa vs. The Estates at Acqualina: The Battle of Oceanfront Elegance in Sunny Isles Beach
Sunny Isles Beach has become a showcase for oceanfront design, where two marquee addresses set the tone for rarefied living: Residences by Armani/Casa and The Estates at Acqualina. One channels Giorgio Armani’s modern Italian restraint; the other stages a lavish resort narrative steeped in service and spectacle. This comparison distills their architectural intent, residence features, amenities, privacy profiles, and buyer fit so that discerning purchasers can match lifestyle, aesthetics, and long-term value to the right Sunny Isles Beach address.
Pre-Construction Buying Tips for International Buyers Investing in South Florida
South Florida continues to attract international capital to its ultra-luxury condo pipeline thanks to tax advantages, world-class amenities, and global connectivity. For overseas buyers, purchasing during pre-construction can lock in early pricing, preferred lines, and customization while a seasoned local team manages risk and process. This guide distills how deposits and escrow work, what to look for in a developer and branded partners, how foreign national financing and FIRPTA apply, and the lifestyle and exit considerations that keep prime addresses in Miami, Miami Beach, and Sunny Isles Beach in enduring demand.
Best Luxury Developments for Fitness Enthusiasts in Brickell
Brickell has evolved into Miami’s epicenter for wellness-forward luxury living. Early icons such as Four Seasons Residences and Santa Maria Brickell introduced private sports and club-caliber amenities. Today’s next‑generation towers go further, pairing sky‑level training studios and recovery spas with water, tennis and social programming. This editorial highlights the top developments for fitness‑minded buyers, comparing signature gyms, lap pools, mindfulness spaces, racket and court sports, and on‑demand services. The goal: help you pinpoint the Brickell residence that aligns with how you train, recover and live every day.
