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Above: Luxury lifestyle brands are entering the residential real estate market, as evidenced by projects such as the Fendi Château Residences in Surfside. Right: Natural light and decorative pendants bring unparalleled warmth to this bathroom at The Mansions at Acqualina.
quality,” says Haim. This resulted in residences adorned with luxurious finishes, such as marble bathroom vanities, floors, and walls, as well as exciting public spaces that feel like extensions of a private home, complete with marble sculptures and water features. Automakers are also getting in on the action. British icon Aston Martin has selected downtown Miami for its first real estate venture, embracing the South Florida climate as inspiration for the design of the 66-story residential tower expected to open in 2022. The residences will be in step with the movement toward enhancing natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows and Thassos marble flooring from Greece. “The crystal-white marble flooring reflects the sun, immersing the entire space,” says project partner German Coto, CEO of G&G Business Developments.
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Likewise, at The Estates and The Mansions of Acqualina on Sunny Isles Beach, homeowners are channeling this lust for light to craft unique havens throughout the home—including in the bathroom. “Serene private environments that you can call your own are being sought-after and enjoyed,” says Isabel Tragash of STA Architectural Group, who recently created a custom marble tub for a resident of The Mansions, situating it next to expansive windows overlooking the ocean and city. Such tranquil settings at once prioritize privacy and welcome the outdoors in, capturing the essence of the mind-body balance at the core of these trends. Developers, designers, and architects are adapting their work to nature and our changing lifestyles, resulting in environs that encourage us to soak in our surroundings and take pleasure in day-to-day living. « JULY/AUGUST 2020
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