Big news for Miami Beach: the Fontainebleau Coastal Convention Center (FBCCC) has officially received its first Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO)! Ready just in time for Miami Art Basel, the new addition brings state of the art meeting and event spaces to one of the most famous hotels in the world, infusing contemporary design on the Fontainebleau’s rich history. Our design for the FBCCC takes inspiration from Morris Lapidus’ iconic bowtie pattern, giving it a sleek, contemporary update that fits…

By Lisa J. Huriash, November 20, 2024 A new 24-story tower under the luxury W Hotels brand is coming to one of Pompano Beach’s most prominent beachside locations, a team of developers announced Wednesday. It’s one of the many new developments that will redefine the city’s skyline. It’ll be called the W Pompano Beach Hotel & Residences, at 200 N. Ocean Drive, at the northeast corner of Atlantic Boulevard and State Road A1A. “Obviously, Pompano is attracting a lot of…

Nichols Architects is thrilled to unveil our latest collaboration with Related Group and BH Group: the new W Hotel & Residences in Pompano Beach. This striking 24-story tower will bring 77 high-end condo units and 296 condo-hotel suites to the heart of this growing coastal destination. The development is designed to redefine Pompano Beach’s skyline while elevating the region’s reputation. As described by Related Group, “One thing the region is missing is a four- or five-star hotel with great restaurants,…

October 29, 2024, by Chloe Gallivan British billionaire investors, the Reuben Brothers, have acquired the iconic W South Beach hotel for nearly a half-billion dollars. Nichols Architects served as the Lead Architects on the project, guiding its design to completion when it first opened in 2009. Other than the W South Beach, the Reuben Brothers have expanded their footprint in South Florida with notable acquisitions like the Chesterfield in Palm Beach. “We are excited to build on the extraordinary success that…

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…