Miami Beach

Changes To Lincoln Road?

Lincoln Road with Downtown Miami in Distance

The City of Miami Beach has contracted James Corner Field Operations, the firm behind New York's High Line to make changes to Lincoln Road, according to The Miami New Times. 

The firm plans to maintain the history of the Morris Lapidus designed mall, but update it with recommendations from current business owners.

The James Corner Field Operations will have a master plan by August or September with construction beginning in 2016.

Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach Construction Update

Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach

Since last checking in on the Ritz-Carlton Residences Miami Beach in November, construction is still progressing to transform the shell of the Miami Heart Institute into condo units. 

The building is located on Surprise Lake in Miami Beach and will have views of Miami and Miami Beach. 

Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2016.

"Scarface" Building On Ocean Drive Sells For $15M

728 Ocean Drive

The building that was used in the infamous chainsaw scene in the movie Scarface has sold for $15 million, according to the Real Deal. 

The property at 728 Ocean Drive and 6,500 square foot building was sold to New York based developers, Infinity Group. 

A Johnny Rockets restaurant operates from the ground level of the building. 

The building last sold for $8 million in 2011.

Lots In South Of Fifth District Sell For $8.25M

245 & 251 Washington Ave in South Beach

Two empty lots in South Beach have been bought by Adam Hyatt for $8.25 million, according to the Miami Herald. 

The buyer plans on building a luxury boutique hotel on the lots, which are only a few blocks from Joe's Stone Crab restaurant.

Terranova Corp. Looking To Expand Lincoln Road To 17th St.

723 Lincoln Lane

723 Lincoln Lane

Terranova Corp. is developing a project at 723 Lincoln Lane and 801 Lincoln Road that will bring two new three story buildings, according to The Real Deal. 

This will expand Lincoln Road to 17th Street from the pedestrian promenade. Demolition on the existing building will begin later this month and construction is expected to take 14 months.

The buildings were designed by Shulman + Associates.

Marea Miami Beach Construction Photos

Marea Miami Beach

Development in the South of Fifth district of Miami is progressing rapidly and is changing the look of the whole area. One of those developments is Marea, which is located at 801 South Pointe Drive. 

Since we last looked at the project, the building has topped out and the windows have been added to both of the towers. Painting has also started on the exterior of the building. 

The building is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

One Ocean Miami Beach Construction Photos Update

One Ocean on South Beach

One Ocean on South Beach

One Ocean is progressing fast since we last updated in November 2014

The South Tower has risen and should be topped out close to the end of the month. The curved tower is in the process of having the windows installed on the lower floors. 

The North Tower has completely topped out and the windows are installed. Soon, the balconies will be added.

For a rendering of One Ocean, click here.