9.4.2015
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sunny Isles Beach
Renowned leaders in South Florida luxury real estate development, Château Group and Fortune International Group, have joined forces to bring The Ritz-Carlton Residences to Sunny Isles Beach.
Spanning 2.2 acres, the 52-story tower is located directly on 250 feet of pristine beachfront. Upon completion in 2018, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Co. will manage the property, providing presidents with the legendary service, quality and personal touch synonymous with The Ritz-Carlton® brand.
Located in the heart of magnificent Sunny Isles Beach, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sunny Isles Beach stands between the prestigious Bal Harbor Shops and the fabulous Aventura Mall, as well as near to both Miami and Fort Lauderdale International Airports. The unprecedented luxury and superb design and architecture are complimented by a location that puts you close to all of the excitement, culture and beauty of South Florida.
Designed by world-renowned architectural firm Arquitectonica and featuring stunning interiors by Italian designer Michele Bönan, the condominium tower will offer 212 residences. The site was acquired by the development partnership in 2013.
About The Ritz – Carlton Residences
The Ritz-Carlton® has always been a name that is synonymous with distinction. It is a timeless tradition of excellence, one that continues to redefine luxury, with an incomparable commitment to the finest personal services and an unwavering devotion to the gold standards that have made The Ritz-Carlton a top luxury brand globally.
Design Architect: Arquitectonica
Based in Miami and with offices around the world, Arquitectonica is a major presence on the global architecture stage. Led by Bernardo Fort-Brescia, the firm received critical and popular attention and acclaim almost from its inception, thanks to a bold modernism that was immediately identified with a renaissance in Miami’s urban landscape. Today their practice spans the globe, with projects in 54 countries on five continents. Well-known projects by Arquitectonica include the Microsoft Europe Headquarters in Paris, the Bronx Museum in New York, the International Finance Center in Seoul, the Mandarin Oriental Hotels in Shanghai and Guangzhou and Icon Brickell in Miami.
Interior Designer: Michele Bönan
Michele Bönan is an internationally acclaimed architect and interior designer who lives and works in Florence. He has been involved in design projects all over the world from New York to Miami to London, Florence to Capri. Hotels and resorts designed by Michele Bönan include Cipriani Restaurant and Casa Tua in Miami. In Florence, Italy he designed Hotel Lungarno, JK Place, Hotel Continentale, Hotel Gallery Art and Palazzo Tornabuoni. Projects in other parts of the world include JK Place in Capri, Heidelberg Suites in Heidelberg, Germany and Hotel Portrait Suites in Rome.
Development Team
Fortune International Group
Known in the real estate development industry for its unwavering commitment to quality and luxury, Fortune International Group has set new standards with every building it has delivered. Led by visionary founder Edgardo Defortuna, Fortune is fueled by insightful leadership, a seasoned and savvy in-house team, and more than 30 years’ experience in South Florida real estate, Fortune is both a recognized authority and pioneer in the city. With a focus on exceptional waterfront properties, Fortune International Group’s development portfolio includes Jade Residences at Brickell Bay, Jade Beach, Jade Ocean, Jade Signature, Artech, Auberge Beach Residences and Spa Fort Lauderdale, Hyde Resort & Residences, Hollywood and others.
Fortune is also the exclusive sales firm for some of the most prominent projects in South Florida today, such as Midtown Miami, 1 Hotel & Homes South Beach, NINE at Mary Brickell Village, SLS Lux & Paraiso Bay and numerous others. Fortune International Group has 13 offices around the world, with nearly 1,000 associates. Its international broker network reaches legions of prospective buyers from South Florida to Buenos Aires, Hong Kong to Sao Paolo and Manhattan to Paris.
Fortune International Group’s strength derives from the company’s ability to define a market and its need with all forces that shape the industry. For more information, please visit fortuneintlgroup.com.
Château Group
Château Group is a leading real estate development company with over 35 years of experience developing residential, commercial and mixed-use projects. Founded by Sergio and Manuel Grosskopf, recent endeavors include the development of the two most emblematic towers in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Château Libertador and Château Puerto Madero. In Punta Del Este, Uruguay, Château Group developed Le Jardin Residences, Beverly Tower, Coral Tower and Millenium Tower. In Miami, Château Group co-developed 900 Biscayne and Quantum on the Bay, and is currently
completing Château Beach Residences, as well as developing Fendi Château Residences. Château Group houses a fullyintegrated corporate structure with multi-faceted expertise.
Château Group houses a fully-integrated corporate structure and in-house development team with expertise in the areas of underwriting / risk management, property management, accounting, project management, construction, architectural design, engineering and sales & marketing. For more information, please visit us at www.chateaugroup.net