Brickell’s Next Luxury Benchmark: Wellness-Forward Branded Residences, From Mercedes-Benz Places to ORA by Casa Tua
In Brickell, wellness has moved from a nice-to-have amenity floor to a defining part of the ownership proposition. Two high-profile, brand-driven projects illustrate the shift: Mercedes-Benz Places Miami, with its design-and-mobility lens, and ORA by Casa Tua, with a hospitality-first approach anchored by dining, service, and verdant respite. For buyers weighing lifestyle, privacy, and long-term desirability, the most revealing differences are not just what each building offers, but how each one intends residents to live day to day.
The Residences at Shell Bay: Hallandale’s New Standard for Private-Club Condominium Living
An ultra-luxury, Auberge-linked condominium tower within the Shell Bay private club enclave is positioning Hallandale for a more discreet, amenity-forward kind of waterfront ownership.
Guest-Ready Luxury Condos in Coconut Grove: Boutique Service, Bayfront Amenities, and the Details That Matter
In South Florida’s luxury market, “amenities” are only half the story. For buyers who host often, travel frequently, or maintain a second residence, the more decisive question is operational: how does the building handle arrivals, deliveries, vehicles, and the quiet logistics of everyday hospitality? Using publicly reported details, this MILLION Luxury editorial looks at two distinct Coconut Grove archetypes: a new, green-certified boutique concept and an established multi-tower bayfront community with event-forward lifestyle infrastructure. The goal is not to crown a single winner, but to clarify what to prioritize before you buy.
Vintage Miami Beach Condos: Design, Value, and the New Safety Era
From Ocean Drive’s Art Deco icons to Morris Lapidus-era towers and Venetian Islands bayfront living, vintage condos are back in focus. Today’s buyer is balancing architectural pedigree with Florida’s post-Surfside inspection and reserve realities, while watching a resale market where older inventory can trade faster than newer product. This MILLION Luxury editorial outlines what makes vintage compelling, what due diligence now demands, and how to compare classic buildings with today’s new-construction benchmarks.
EB-5 and South Florida Luxury Real Estate: What Discreet Buyers and Global Families Should Know for 2026
EB-5 capital is increasingly discussed alongside South Florida’s branded and waterfront development pipeline. This guide explains how the program actually works, what changed under the Reform and Integrity Act, and how to evaluate EB-5 exposure when you are considering a New-construction purchase in Miami-beach, Fort-lauderdale, or Pompano-beach.
Mediterranean vs. Modern in South Florida: Which Style Protects Resale Best Right Now
In South Florida, architectural style is not just taste; it is a pricing signal, a maintenance profile, and a proxy for how today’s luxury buyers actually live. New national style data shows Mediterranean homes command the highest median listing prices, yet recent appreciation has been flat, while modern and contemporary product has posted stronger multi-year gains. For Miami Beach and adjacent coastal submarkets, the most resale-resilient choice tends to be the one that aligns with indoor-outdoor living, feels authentic to place, and minimizes renovation friction in a low-growth market.
