Yesterday, the Mira Mar team gathered on South Palm Avenue to mark the official start of construction — a milestone moment for Sarasota and for everyone who has been part of bringing this vision to life. The project is one of the most meaningful we’ve taken on. At its heart is the restoration of the historic Mira Mar Hotel — Sarasota’s first major downtown hotel, built in 1922 — reimagined as a retail destination under the care of historic preservation…

Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach has officially topped off, marking the completion of vertical construction for the brand’s first standalone residential tower. The milestone represents a defining moment for the project as it continues to transform the Pompano Beach skyline, with 85% of residences already sold. Executives, development partners, the sales team, and future residents gathered to celebrate the occasion as the tower reached its full height — bringing the vision for the oceanfront development one step closer to completion….

Miami, FL — Nichols Architects is proud to announce its role as Architect of Record for the newly unveiled Aston Martin Residences Daytona Beach Shores. The 18-story oceanfront development by Valor Real Estate Development, also includes Gomez Vazquez International (GVI) as design architects and Aston Martin’s design team as creative collaborators. Positioned on the Atlantic shoreline of Daytona Beach Shores, the project expands Aston Martin’s presence within the luxury residential market. Drawing inspiration from the British marque’s design DNA, the…

We’re honored to share that Nichols Architects has been named to Forbes’ inaugural list of America’s Top 100 Hospitality Architects and Designers—one of only five firms selected in Florida. The recognition celebrates the American firms shaping today’s most exceptional hotels, restaurants, and wellness destinations. Forbes reviewed more than 850 U.S.-based firms and evaluated submissions through its rigorous Architecture System of Evaluation, assessing projects completed since 2019 across twelve categories of design excellence and best practices. For Nichols Architects, this recognition…

The Tampa EDITION has once again made headlines — this time ranking No. 4 among the Top 10 Hotels in Florida in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. With an impressive score of 98.65, the recognition cements the hotel’s place among the state’s most celebrated destinations and marks a milestone for Tampa’s growing luxury scene. Opened in 2022 as part of the Water Street Tampa development, the EDITION introduced a new level of sophistication to the city’s hospitality market….

Few developers understand the evolution of Miami living quite like Armando Codina. After decades shaping South Florida communities, the veteran developer is now making a personal move that mirrors the very shift he helped inspire — from private estate life to refined urban living. As reported by The South Florida Business Journal, Codina and his wife have listed their longtime Gables Estates waterfront home for $45 million as they prepare to move into Regency Parc, the luxury residential building he’s…

Conde Nast Traveler is always on the lookout for great stay options, and our work has been highlighted in more than a few of their lists. This time, the publication turns to Miami to look at comfortable stays that won’t break the bank. According to the editors, “The best affordable hotels in Miami aren’t bare-bones—they’re smart, well-designed, and ideally positioned so you can spend your money on the highlights of your itinerary.” Out of the 9 highlighted hotels, Nichols Architects were…

A beloved South Florida landmark is reopening its doors this December. The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, originally designed by Nichols Architects, is set to welcome guests back on December 9 after a $100 million renovation led by Miami-based hospitality investment and development firm Gencom. The extensive transformation reimagines the resort’s guestrooms, dining concepts, and wellness facilities, breathing new life into the 17-acre property while maintaining the spirit of the original design. According to a quote on the South Florida Business Journal,…

Community, culture, and creativity converge at Joule House, where architecture meets the expressive spirit of Wynwood. Designed by Nichols Architects for Fisher Brothers, with public spaces by Rockwell Design Group and interiors by IDDI, this eight-story mixed-use residential building embraces the neighborhood’s dynamic character through thoughtful design and integration with the local arts scene. At its heart is Calle Collective — Wynwood’s newest open-air art gallery and cultural destination — curated in partnership with WXLLSPACE and featuring 19 large-scale murals…

Miami Beach’s vibrant culinary scene will be on full display from October 22–25 with the 13th annual South Beach Seafood Festival. This year, the festival includes two new “An Evening in Miami Beach” dinners, a chefs’ showdown, and a new competition for home chefs, celebrating both local flavors and international culinary talent. Festival highlights include the Chef Showdown on October 24 at Lummus Park, where diners can sample creations from twenty South Florida chefs and vote for their favorite dishes,…