Demolition Completed At Empire Brickell Site, Construction Permit Pending

Demolition has been completed at the Empire Brickell site.

The final inspection for the Total Demolition permit took place in February.

A construction permit for the new 26-story Empire tower is still in review, Building Department records show. Review began in September, with Jaxi Builders listed as the contractor.

Empira Group, a Switzerland-based real estate investment firm, is the developer of the project.

The property was formerly known as Empire Brickell or the Grand Peaks site.

Empire will include 310 market-rate apartments, 380 parking spaces, and around 2,500 square feet of ground floor retail space.

 

 

(photo: Rob Newcorn)


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Anon
1 month ago

“Empire Brickell” “Flatiron Brickell” “Broadway” – seeing a pattern here….

enojado
1 month ago

Annoying New York developers trying to turn Miami into something it isn’t. They design worse than local firms like Arquitectonica and include so many parking spaces in their developments which isn’t good at culling traffic in dense, urban Miami.

Sgt. Sapingo
1 month ago

Flatiron wasn’t developed by a New York developer. Just saying…

Anon
1 month ago

“Flatiron” is an architectural term referring to the shape of the building. Has nothing to do with NYC/the Fuller Building (aka Flatiron in NYC). There’s flatiron bldgs all around the country/world

Anon
1 month ago

Yeah. Google “Flatiron Building”. Click “Images”. You tell me what pops up.

Anonymous
1 month ago

When I search for “Flatiron,” I see the iconic building a few blocks from here in Brickell.

I admire Flatiron, but it seems like living there requires a billionaire’s budget. This could serve as a great million-dollar alternative.

Saskatoon
1 month ago

Your point is still 100% incorrect. But do not let that dissuade you from your convictions.

Anonymous
1 month ago

I think these developers are from Europe not New York, but both are welcome here in Brickell!

Anonymous
1 month ago

Correct—The developers are based in Switzerland, which suggests that we can expect to see the same renowned styles and qualities of Swiss design here! The Swiss are known for efficient public transportation, luxury quality, meticulous craftsmanship, innovative materials, modern aesthetics, and environmental sustainability.

Excited to see this Brickell block take on a European vibe! 🇪🇺🇨🇭❤️🚆🌆🌴

Saskatoon
1 month ago

I thought that the Swiss were known for exceptional timepieces, holey cheese, and extraordinary wit.

What is the best thing about being Swiss??

The flag is a big plus.
🇨🇭

Anon
1 month ago

It’s a stucco block.

Saskatoon
1 month ago

Except not one of those three buildings is being developed by a New Yorker.

Anonymous
1 month ago

There are some other new buildings being developed nearby by New Yorkers, and they’re also incredible. All are welcome in Brickell!!!

Anonymous
1 month ago

JDS and Chetrit, renowned developers in NYC, are making monumental strides in Brickell, close to the Empire building.

Saskatoon
1 month ago

Extel Developed 1040/1060 Avenue in 2008, Millennium Partners developed the the Four Seasons before that.

NYers have been building great projects in Brickell for a long time. Flatiron, Broadway, and Empire (built by Empiria) are not among the NY developments.

Anonymous
1 month ago

We live in the area and when we’re there we only drive once a week, if that. We walk everywhere but like using the car to go to Costco as needed.

Anonymous
1 month ago

You know what culls traffic? When people have an abundance of affordable places to park, without circling the block a hundred times.

anonymous
1 month ago

Well, Brickell has that definitive Manhattan vibe, and with so many skyscrapers coming to the area it will transform into a mini–New York south.

Anonymous
1 month ago

It already has a New York vibe, but it’s even better. I’m excited to see this area expand with ground floor retail and businesses, since it’s a prime spot for pedestrian-friendly landscape. It’s my favorite residential area in Brickell.

Saskatoon
1 month ago

Next to the I-95 entry ramp? Next to the feeder road known as SW 3rd Ave in West Brickell?
You are entitled to your own opinion.

My favorite residential neighborhood in Brickell is S. Miami Ave.
S. Miami Ave has about 50x the number of pedestrians and no Interstate Freeway exit ramps.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Some residents prefer living just a block or two away from the lively pedestrian areas, with easy access to freeways and transportation – and these are all fantastic features of this family-oriented section of Brickell. Rest assured, your part of Brickell includes many of my favorite spots too, and its value is only expected to increase as this vibrant new section continues to thrive!

Anonymous
1 month ago

SW3rd is one of the few local roads without through traffic and lovely for calm strolls, getting more scenic as new modern storefronts keep opening up.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Absolutely not like Manhattan/NYC.

Vicky bakery lover
1 month ago

Need more retail!!!

Anonymous
1 month ago

Better grocery stores within walking distance too- hopefully a Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods! Also more boutique trendy fashion stores and entertainment is welcome in the area 🙌😎

Anonymous
1 month ago

Hope to see more bagel stores, smoothie cafes and fresh croissants.

123
1 month ago

Average new yorker

???
1 month ago

I don’t really care what it looks like I’m glad they knocked down those ugly apartments. There are plenty more that need to be knocked down as well!

Anonymous
1 month ago

Same, I do love stunning exteriors, but I care more about what’s inside and around the area and how well it’s thriving.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Picture if more skyscrapers in Miami had crown molding like this one, designed for Wellington’s K-Park property. It would fit right in with a design similar to Empire Brickell. It’s these little details that really make a place feel grand and stunning.

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Anonymous
1 month ago

Solid building, but the parking garage needs work.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Agree, more impressive architectural masking with refined materials and mood lighting on the podium or liner units.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Every new design of this building gets better and better! Wouldn’t be surprised if they reveal more new upgrades in time.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Love the building! For the café, consider creating an open lofted space with ceilings two floors high for a standout corner look and brighter atmosphere.

Azarius
1 month ago

That was fast lol

Anonymous
1 month ago

Not as fast as people keep moving to the area. Love it 😍

CERTIFIED BRICKELL BOY
1 month ago

This thing aged just looking at it, sure this post isn’t from 12 years ago?

Anonymous
1 month ago

For the cafe, it the awning could wing up to reveal a two-story high open lofted corner spot.

Anonymous
1 month ago

Is this an RTZ site?

Nunya
1 month ago

Empire “Brickell”?

More like Empire I-95!

Anonymous
1 month ago

I don’t want nunya negativity 😂

anonymous
1 month ago

name does not match the product. looks like every other value engineered building in downtown/ brickell.

MAS
1 month ago

Little Hialeah is gone!

No glass no class
1 month ago

The Empire Brickell Small Box building