Italian design sensibilities, highlighted in VILLA Miami’s entry, appealed … [+]
Miami has long been known as the unofficial capital of northern Latin America. Although Latin culture reigns supreme in Miami, today’s Miamians seem as enamored with the influence of another country as they are with cues from Central and South America.
You see, Spanish isn’t the only Romance language on locals’ lips these days, given Italy’s cultural ascendancy. Italy’s imprint on the Magic City is visible everywhere, from hotel brands like Bulgari Hotels & Resorts to a nearly endless array of fine Italian restaurants, from Major Food Group’s Carbone and Contessa to New York’s MAMO. Yorker Mikael Mammoliti.
And make no mistake: Italian-inspired design and style have also found their way into the city’s real estate developments.
These include luxury condominium projects VITA at Grove Isle and ONDA Residences, each boasting Italian finishes and materials; the 57-story luxury condominium Missoni Baia Miami from OKO Group and Cain International, located in the Edgewater enclave; and Cipriani Residences Miami, a core development in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood from South Florida’s Mast Capital and the Italian Cipriani family, known worldwide for its restaurants, event spaces and lifestyle venues. nocturnal.
Not to be overlooked is VILLA Miami, the 55-story boutique residences of TERRA and One Thousand Group, capturing the intrigue as a residential experience offered by Major Food Group (MFG), the hospitality company behind Carbone and Contessa. MFG will design and curate the tower lifestyle experience from early morning until late evening.
Italian imports
Stating that no one knows Italian design like native Italians, CMC Group founder Ugo Colombo cites himself, Onda Residences co-developer Valerio Morabito and their design partners Molteni&C and A++ Human as examples. Sustainable Architecture with Vita at Grove Isle. All are imported directly from Italy, “fully immersed in the world of fine craftsmanship and elegant, sophisticated architecture and interior design.” So says Colombo, a Milan native, former Ferrari racing driver, owner of THE COLLECTION car dealership in the Miami suburb of Coral Gables, and now a luxury residential developer.
“Both at ONDA and Vita, we create timeless, quality residential developments. Features such as magnificent rooftop terraces, swimming pools overlooking the sparkling waters of Biscayne Bay, and an on-site Italian restaurant highlight every aspect of “La Dolce Vita.” We’ve translated what it means to live in true luxury for the modern buyer.
Missoni Baia is the world’s first residential tower from the Italian brand Missoni. The brand placed its multi-colored design palette and Missoni Home furniture collection throughout the towers’ interiors.
The 80-story Cipriani Residences Miami will feature 397 luxury condominium units, 18,000 square feet of commercial space and 2,472 bicycle spaces. Features will include resort-style amenities and classic Italian cuisine, which residents can enjoy in a private restaurant, as well as through in-home dining and 24-hour catering services.
Located in Edgewater but inspired by charming Italian villas, VILLA Miami will offer residents 20,000 square feet of dining amenities. Owners can enjoy an on-site restaurant serving coastal Italian dishes, as well as hire the services of a private chef. “Villa’s Italian DNA is infused in every aspect, from design to programming, amenities and services,” says David Martin, CEO of Terra.
“The project brings together two of the brightest minds in design and hospitality, Vicky Charles and Mario Carbone, who collaborated for the first time to design VILLA’s kitchens, a major focal point for our buyers.”
Since this is MFG’s first residential tower, Charles has incorporated the brand’s strong Italian heritage into all of its dining, leisure and wellness offerings. “The design team created a feel reminiscent of Lake Como or the Amalfi Coast that is present throughout the project,” Martin added. “It was an instant point of interest for potential buyers.”
All this confirms that it is no longer necessary to go to Rome to experience The good life. It’s as close as this western Italian outpost, the Magic City.