We’re thrilled to announce that the Miami World Tower Phase 1 (MWT1), a 56-story residential tower designed by Nichols Architects, has reached an exciting new milestone: the first Temporary Certificate of Occupancy has been granted as of October 25, 2024. This achievement signifies that MWT1 is nearly ready to welcome its first residents to experience life at the heart of Miami’s dynamic cityscape. Situated within Miami Worldcenter, MWT1 is result of the collaboration and hard work of dedicated teams, including…

We are thrilled to announce that Ocean Park has been unanimously approved by the Fort Lauderdale Planning and Zoning Board, marking an exciting milestone for Nichols Architects. This two-building project sits on a long, narrow site, directly across from the city’s fire station and the stunning Hugh Taylor Birch State Park. Designed to maximize its unique location, the project features sweeping terraces that provide uninterrupted views of surrounding parks and waterways. The pronounced vertical elements, along with curved terraces and…

Miami Today shared the details behind the negotiations and progress of the Riverside site where the City of Miami’s administrative offices currently stand. After the building was declared “functionally obsolete” in 2015, the city partnered with Adler Development, which divided the project into three phases for development. Phase 1A, designed by Nichols Architects, was sold to Mill Creek Residential and is now in the final stages of construction as Modera Riverside. This luxury residential tower marked the first milestone in…

Imagine living in a condo with everything at your fingertips: a full suite of amenities—from coworking spaces and wellness facilities to art studios and private screening rooms—all paired with luxury hotel services and wrapped in a stunning design. That’s the allure of today’s branded residences, and it’s no surprise demand is skyrocketing. In a post-pandemic world, “people are looking for space, but also a lifestyle experience,” says Adelina Wong Ettelson, global head of residences marketing at Mandarin Oriental, which entered…

To restore the 100-year-old structure will cost $29 million paid for with proceeds from the sale of 70 condos in twin 18-story towers built behind it. By Andrew Warfield Historic preservation isn’t for the faint of heart, especially for those paying for it. Having been denied permission to demolish the Mira Mar building at 49 S. Palm Ave. in 2022, Seaward Development still purchased the century-old building in 2023 as it set about an 18-month effort to determine how it could…