Jade Ocean – Luxury Condos

Jade Condos have been associated with Miami Beach Luxury Real Estate and great design, and not at all surprised that Jade Ocean in Sunny Isles Beach continues that tradition.  Designed by none other than famed architect Carlos Ott, the whole building’s concept is about framing vistas and creating interesting perspectives with angles and unusual shapes.  I have to admit that at times I find the use of angled soffits and materials to be a bit much, but ultimately, the experience... Continue Reading »

Fisher Island Real Estate Market Reports – September 2009

photo by:  linksmanjd There are currently 139 listings in Fisher Island: (one more than last month) Highest priced listing: $30,000,000 for an exclusive Oceanside 5/5.5 home with artwork and all! Lowest priced listing: $295,000 for a 1/1 at Marina Village Pending Sales: 9 (2 more than last month) Closed sales in September: 1 (1 more than last month) Fisher Island Real Estate’s single September closing was for the Oceanside Residence at 7945 Fisher Island – listed for $2,750,000... Continue Reading »

South Beach Luxury Real Estate – The Temple House

The Temple House in South Beach is one of those “wow” houses you don’t see every day.  The largest single family home in South Beach with over 16,000 square feet of living space.  This house is amazing all on its own but when you hear its history, then you realize it is so much more than a big house.  Originally designed in 1933 by none other than famed architect L. Murray Dixon, converted into a temple in the 40’s, expanded in the 60’s by renowned... Continue Reading »

Fisher Island Real Estate Market Report – August 2009

There are currently 138 listings in Fisher Island: (same as last month) Highest priced listing: $30,000,000 for an exclusive Oceanside 5/5.5 home with artwork and all! Lowest priced listing: $295,000 for a 1/1 at Marina Village Pending Sales: 7 (2 less than last month) Closed sales in August: 0 (2 less than last month) Fisher Island Real Estate saw no movement in the month of August – but then again…..it’s vacation time…..please don’t bother Fisher... Continue Reading »

Miami Beach Luxury Real Estate Pick – Apogee South Beach

Apogee is one of the most prestigious Miami Beach Condos and it has every right to boast from location, to views to impeccable design. Another Jorge Perez (The Relate Group) project, designed by Sieger-Suarez and interiors by Yabu Pushelberg. I personally have been waiting for a simple building like this to appear in The South Beach Landscape and it’s finally here. It’s elegant, austere and makes a powerful impact with its simplicity. Apogee #1104 – 800... Continue Reading »