Last week, I had the honor of attending The Real Deal South Florida Real Estate Forum and participating in a panel discussion with Camilo Miguel, Jr., Henry Bott, and Edgardo Defortuna from Fortune International, moderated by Katherine Kallergis. Together, they explored the evolution of the Brickell condo market and the transformative “Citadel Effect.”
Here are the key highlights:
1️⃣ Cipriani Residences Miami Sets a New Standard
Camilo Miguel, Jr. shared how his firm is reshaping Brickell with Cipriani Residences Miami, an 80-story luxury tower with 297 condos at 1421 South Miami Avenue. This marks Cipriani’s first U.S. project, bringing its globally renowned elegance and service to Miami.
2️⃣ The Citadel Effect is Driving Demand
The arrival of Citadel and other major firms like Kirkland & Ellis, Sidley Austin, and Winston & Strawn is transforming Brickell into a financial powerhouse. These companies are fueling a wave of demand for branded developments, including Cipriani Residences.
3️⃣ Brickell’s Momentum is Decades in the Making
As Henry Bott of Swire Properties and Edgardo Defortuna of Fortune International highlighted, Brickell’s appeal has been building for years. While Ken Griffin’s Citadel has amplified the neighborhood’s profile, the foundation for growth was already strong.
4️⃣ Branded Developments Are Leading the Way
Brickell’s growing density is pushing developers to stand out. Branded projects, combining luxury, design, and global recognition, are meeting the demand for exclusivity in this competitive market.
The forum was an inspiring look at how Brickell is shaping Miami’s future. Excited to see how these trends unfold and grateful to have been part of the conversation!
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Edgardo Defortuna, CEO of Fortune International Group, joined Camilo Miguel Jr. of Mast Capital and Henry Bott of Swire Properties to headline the panel 'Who Wins Betting Big on Brickell Condos?' at The Real Deal South Florida Real Estate Forum.
Moderated by TRD Residential Bureau Chief Katherine Kallergis, this discussion brought valuable insights into the evolving Brickell market. #ICYMI: Dive into the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/eMPWCJ6t.
Senior Associate @ Workman LLP | Property Management, Surveying
4moCongrats to all the team!