Steve Ross, the billionaire developer shunning retirement to continue working in South Florida, is on a refinancing roll. His company, Related Ross, scored a $150 million loan for its Hilton Convention Center hotel in downtown West Palm Beach. New York-based BDT & MSD Partners provided the loan, which refinanced an existing $105 million debt and bumped it up by $45 million, according to records. The 12-story Hilton West Palm Beach was designed by Nichols Architects with 400 keys, and 30,500…

In downtown Miami, the rooftop of the Southeast Financial Center (SEFC) now hosts the city’s largest rooftop mural—a vibrant celebration of biodiversity. The Miami Collection, created by French artist Youri Cansell, known as Mantra, was curated by the Justkids art consulting firm. Spanning 3,250 square meters, the monumental artwork took six weeks to complete, requiring 400 hours of work and 200 gallons of paint. Visible from the windows and balconies of three Nichols Architects projects, the mural is adjacent to…

Seaward Development had its first hearing before the city’s Development Review Committee for its plan to save the historic Sarasota building and add two 18-story towers to the site. By Andrew Warfield  January 4, 2025 An effort to preserve the century-old Mira Mar Plaza and redevelop a portion of the site to pay for it had its initial submission before the city’s Development Review Committee on Dec. 18. Before that, on September 2024, Seaward Managing Partner Patrick DiPinto introduced a collaboration…

We’re thrilled to announce that Miami World Tower, designed by Nichols Architects, is now leasing! Having received its first TCO in October, the tower is ready to welcome future residents starting in 2025. Developed by Lalezarian Properties, this landmark building offers a range of units—studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom options—paired with exceptional amenities. Residents will enjoy a heated lap pool, a rooftop gym, coworking spaces, a media room, a golf simulator, and a stunning rooftop deck on the 54th floor….

Miami was once again the strongest rental market in the nation in 2024, even though it cooled from last year, according to RentCafe’s Year-End Report. It is the third year in a row that Miami has held the title. During the year, Miami saw a 4.12% increase in new rental units added to its inventory (0.41% more than in 2023). 72% of Miami renters renewed their leases, up 0.8% from the previous year. Each vacant rental in Miami attracted 18 prospective…

By Casey Farmer – Mansion Global A penthouse in Pompano Beach, Florida’s new Waldorf Astoria Residences is set to hit the market on Monday for $20 million, making it the priciest home listing in the coastal South Florida city just north of Fort Lauderdale. The unit will be the pinnacle unit at the Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach, which is the luxury hotel chain’s first residences-only project. The development has three other, less expensive penthouse apartments. Designed by Nichols Architects,…

Words by: Stephanie Chen • Photos courtesy of Pantone PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse is the Pantone Color of the Year 2025. A soft yet rich brown hue, Mocha Mouse reflects the delectable quality of cacao, chocolate, and coffee. “Underpinned by our desire for everyday pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of Pantone Color Institute. “Sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse extends our perceptions…

Stories From Hilton – December 5, 2024 Hilton’s luxury brands experienced a record-breaking year of growth with more than 500 properties now open in highly coveted destinations offering once-in-a-lifetime guest experiences across Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, and Signia by Hilton, including a new exclusive partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) and a growing portfolio of standalone Waldorf Astoria Residences. Sitting on a two-acre oceanfront site, Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach spans only 92 residential…

By Heidi Mitchell As the glitterati descend on Miami for Art Week, a raft of luxe hotels have glammed up to serve their eclectic tastes. Here are a few of our new — and updated — favorites. LOEWS MIAMI BEACH, by Nichols Architects This long-favorite escape in the heart of South Beach is once again leaning into Art Week, this year partnering with San Francisco gallerist Jonathan Carver Moore, who will be the Art Deco hotel’s official Gallerist in Residence. His…

Marcus Jordan shares his father’s love for golf, but does it match MJ’s legendary passion? Despite dominating basketball, Michael Jordan never missed a round of golf. In 2016, Michael Jordan asked architect Bobby Weed to create the perfect golf course, and by 2019, The Grove XXIII was ready. This exclusive Florida course was made for Jordan and a small group of handpicked members. Last week, Marcus Jordan gave fans a rare look at the course. He shared a photo of…