Penthouse Shells: The Pros and Cons of Buying an Unfinished Top-Floor Unit to Customize from Scratch
A discreet, buyer-oriented guide to purchasing a penthouse delivered as a shell in Miami Beach, including what “shell” really means, where costs and timelines tend to concentrate, and the diligence steps that protect resale.
Arbor vs Mr. C Tigertail in Coconut Grove: Family livability & nearby schools
Coconut Grove’s luxury appeal is less about flash and more about anchors: a working marina, a village-style retail core, parkland, and cultural gardens that make daily life feel curated. This editorial highlights five places and institutions that quietly shape how residents live, walk, educate their families, and spend time outdoors, with context for buyers comparing boutique new construction to full-service towers.
Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami: Inside Downtown’s Future Tallest Tower of Luxury
A discreet buyer’s guide to Miami’s most anticipated branded supertall, from architecture and services to how it fits within South Florida’s luxury residential landscape.
Glass House vs Mandarin Oriental Residences in Boca Raton: Family livability & nearby schools
A buyer-oriented guide to downtown Boca Raton’s most family-compatible luxury condo lifestyle, from full-service branding to boutique privacy, with a ranked short list and practical decision criteria.
Top 10 Luxury Penthouses in South Florida for Sale in 2026
A buyer-oriented ranking of Miami’s most expensive penthouses, separating verified records from marketed trophy offerings and explaining what is actually being purchased at the top of the market in 2026.
The Residences at 1428 Brickell: Sustainable Ultra-Luxury in the Sky
A buyer-oriented look at The Residences at 1428 Brickell: a 70-story Brickell tower where ultra-luxury living is paired with a publicly disclosed solar-integrated facade, full-service positioning, and a high-altitude amenity program. From design pedigree to construction milestones and what “move-in ready” means at this tier, here is how to evaluate the opportunity with precision.
