The newest "star" on Miami Beach's exclusive La Gorce Island was designed by Choeff Levy Fischman Architecture + Design in collaboration with the Aquablue Group. Featuring seven bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, the architects masterfully blended minimalist design with ultra-exclusive amenities and a lush private location to create a one-of-a-kind residential experience. Unfolding in the coveted enclave, the two-story residence encompasses a total area of 14,771 square feet and is accented by 172 feet of luxury- and sun-splashed water frontage.
The home's grand entrance features a reflecting pond with floating stairs surrounded by a cascading water feature on one side and a living green wall on the other.
The dazzling home’s exterior blends bronze, book-matched travertine with Japanese white oak for an extra touch of elegance. An air of indoor-outdoor synergy also inspires and informs this unique residence. At the main level, formal dining and living room areas majestically stand side-by-side—and towering glass doors open to the lush backyard. The modern kitchen is populated by high-end appliances, anchored by a massive island, and accented by marble and wood details. It looks out at an inviting outdoor alfresco dining area, complete with an outdoor kitchen, bowl-shaped fire pit, and seating areas. The second story is dominated by a 1,800-square-foot premier suite with an equally masterful balcony–and Biscayne Bay views–and a spacious main bathroom and grand walk-in closet.
“Enhanced by the light cladding materials, dark accents, exotic stone feature walls, and deep-tapered profiles to create the character of the design, this home exudes grandeur, luxury, and elegance,” says Raphael Levy, Principal, Choeff Levy Fischman. “Light-colored materials such as limestone and white oak present a dramatic contrast to the dark metal and frame colors.”
In and around this one-of-a-kind home, out-of-this-world amenities are commonplace. Indulgences include a catering kitchen with a walk-in refrigerator, a sound-proof theater, a gym with a steam shower and sauna, a marble wine cellar, a corner home office, an elevator-accessed rooftop deck, a 90-foot-long infinity-edge pool and integrated hot tub and a large yacht dock. Warm interior finishes, provided by the Aquablue Group, include leather, marble, and stylish wall coverings handmade by Italian artisans.
The home was expertly designed to meet demanding LEED Gold standards. It boasts a highly-efficient mechanical system, high-performance glazing, insulated impact glass and roof-based solar panels.
Status: Built
Location: Miami Beach, FL, US
Firm Role: Architect
Additional Credits: Architectural concept in collaboration with Aquablue Group and interior design by Aquablue Group.