Brightline, recognized for its modern and eco-friendly intercity rail service in the United States, is set to launch its route to Orlando International Airport on September 22, 2023. Travelers can now book inaugural rides at gobrightline.com or via the Brightline app for iOS and Android.
A substantial upgrade to the Coral Ridge Mall in Fort Lauderdale has been proposed. Currently housing a Publix supermarket as one of its anchors, the plan entails demolishing the existing 48,497 square feet store at 3400 North Federal Highway, making way for a larger, two-story structure spanning 67,043 square feet, marking a net increase of 18,546 square feet. Pasadena Capital, Inc. is listed as the developer, and Stanley R. Gumberg, Trustee of The Coral Ridge Shopping Center Trust, owns the Coral Ridge Mall and is the applicant. Fisher & Associates, Inc. is listed as the architect, while GRAEF-USA, Inc. is the landscape architect and civil engineer.
Italian fashion powerhouse Dolce & Gabbana is extending its brand into luxury real estate with a newly announced partnership alongside renowned developer Michael Stern and his JDS Development Group. The collaboration marks Dolce & Gabbana’s foray into the world of branded condos in South Florida, representing a significant step in the company’s global expansion into the real estate market. The designer brand recently revealed plans for two exclusive residential developments, one in Miami, in conjunction with JDS Development Group, and another in Marbella, Spain, in partnership with Sierra Blanca Estates. Additionally, Dolce & Gabbana is set to make its mark in the Maldives with an upcoming hotel project alongside DarGlobal.
Berkadia announced it has arranged the sale of 1715 Douglas, an 0.87-acre development site located at 1715 Southwest 37th Avenue in the heart of Downtown Coral Gables, within walking distance to Miracle Mile, six million square feet of office space, and two million square feet of retail. Senior Managing Directors Roberto Pesant and Jaret Turkell, Director Yoav Yuhjtman, Associate Director Omar Morales, and Associate Jose Mota of Berkadia South Florida marketed the property on behalf of the seller.
Mater Academy recently announced the upcoming Mater Academy SoLé Mia campus, a K-5 charter school situated in the SoLé Mia development in North Miami. The school, spanning 90,000 square feet, is expected to welcome students in the fall of 2025, accommodating up to 1,500 students in two phases. Committed to providing students with a high-quality education focusing on academic excellence and personal growth, the new facility will feature modern classrooms, advanced technology, and ample green space to support academic success and the development of essential skills. Emphasizing a sense of community and engagement, the school aims to personalize learning for each student.
