Historic Preservation in Miami Beach: What It Means for Luxury Home Rebuilds and Additions
Miami Beach's historic districts are far more than a photogenic backdrop. For luxury homeowners and Pre-construction buyers, preservation rules shape every rebuild, addition and new tower in Miami Beach and beyond. This article explains how the Historic Preservation Board operates, what recent Oceanfront case studies reveal and how Coral Gables and Palm Beach apply their own versions of preservation. The result is a practical, aspirational guide to aligning design ambitions with long term value in South Florida's most desirable neighborhoods.
Palm Beach Luxury Residences Beyond the Oceanfront
Palm Beach Island's most coveted condominium addresses now sit just beyond the sand, where estate scale residences pair Oceanfront and Intracoastal Waterview perspectives with hotel style service and true lock and leave ease. From Aman Palm Beach Residences and 3550 South Ocean to heritage icons like Breakers Row, the Palm Beach Biltmore, Via Flagler, Il Lugano and Bellaria, this editorial profiles how Boutique, high security buildings are redefining luxury for buyers who want privacy, convenience and pedigree without the demands of a traditional estate.
Rosewood Residences at The Raleigh, Miami Beach: Art Deco Glamour Reborn
Rosewood Residences at The Raleigh reimagines Miami Beach’s most celebrated Art Deco hotel as an ultra private oceanfront enclave of branded residences, hotel suites and a members only beach club. On a rare three acre estate at 1775 Collins Avenue, the project unites the restored Raleigh, Richmond and South Seas hotels with a new 17 story Peter Marino designed tower of about 40 Rosewood homes. For design driven buyers, it offers true Miami Beach heritage with contemporary comfort, wellness and service.
How to Structure a Pre-construction Penthouse Deal in Miami and Brickell
South Florida's new towers are redefining Penthouse living, but buying at the top of a building in the Pre-construction phase demands a carefully structured deal. This guide explains how sophisticated buyers in Miami-beach and Brickell vet developers, time their entry, negotiate deposits and incentives and lock customizations and protections into the contract so that the residence, the numbers and the risk profile all align with their broader lifestyle and investment strategy.
Rivage Bal Harbour: The Pinnacle of Oceanfront Exclusivity
Rivage Bal Harbour is a limited collection of sky villa residences rising on what is widely considered Bal Harbour's final oceanfront development site at 10245 Collins Avenue. Developed by Related Group and Two Roads with architecture by SOM and interiors by Rottet Studio, the 25-story glass tower offers just 56 bespoke homes, deep terraces and 200 feet of private shoreline. With 25,000 square feet of resort-caliber amenities and discreet, hotel-level services, Rivage redefines oceanfront condo living for buyers who value space, privacy and wellness.
St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles Beach: Branded Perfection by the Sea
On a rare 4.7‑acre oceanfront site with 435 feet of pristine shoreline, the St. Regis Residences Sunny Isles Beach introduces two 62‑story towers that pair Arquitectonica’s sculptural architecture with Patricia Anastassiadis’ yacht‑inspired interiors. A private resort program of more than 70,000 square feet, a beachfront club, the region’s most dramatic infinity‑edge pool deck, and the brand’s famed Butler Service elevate daily life. Conceived by Fortune International Group and Château Group, this pre‑construction address prioritizes privacy, generous floor plans, and white‑glove service in one of Miami’s most coveted coastal enclaves.
