The Residences at the W South Beach Celebrate $300 million in Sales

 

The Residences at the W South Beach have had much to celebrate with their recent three year anniversary and reaching a significant milestone of $300 million in sales to date. On Thursday, July 19th South Florida’s top realtors gathered for the special occasion at a dazzling cocktail celebration and awards reception honoring the agents that have been a part of the properties success.

The event took place at the Living Room Bar and Terrace, where guests enjoyed signature drinks as well as delicious bites and an impressive gourmet spread with specialty cheeses, and seafood. As the exclusive Sales and Marketing agents for the W South Beach Residents, the ONE Sotheby’s International team was present to answer questions and provide information about the available residences. The top 2012-2013 outside agents were also announced and given prizes for their sales accomplishments.

This significant milestone proves that the Residences at the W South Beach are one of Miami Beach’s most successful properties that attracts affluent buyers and international investors. We look forward to the continued success of our team!

The Residences at the W South Beach Reach A Sales Milestone

 

 

As the exclusive sales team of the Residences at the W South Beach, we are excited to announce that the development has exceeded over $275 million in sales. Our dedicated team has worked diligently to showcase the properties around the world and is expected to reach the $300 million sales mark this summer.

The Residences at the W South Beach offer some of the most luxurious amenities imaginable. Located in the heart of South Beach, the W is the preferred go-to for VIPS and celebrities when staying in Miami. Resort amenities include the Private Owners Beach Club with beach butlers on hand at your command as well as access to the Bliss Spa for pampering beauty treatments and massages. And that’s only the beginning, owner’s can also enjoy convenient services such as a 24 hour concierge to many even the most detailed requests, from dry cleaning to booking a personal jet! 

The South Beach also boasts one of the most coveted collections of contemporary art with pieces by Warhol, Damien Hirsh and Basquiat among others. Living at the W is like calling your own personal art gallery home.

For more information about the units at The Residences at the W South Beach please contact our sales team at 1 (305) 531-4449 or visit The W South Beach Residences. 

 

 

 

 

Miami Beach Gets Posh with Polo Match

 
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Last weekend, in spite of some rainy weather, over 12,000 locals and visitors enjoyed equestrian sports on the shores of the Atlantic when the eighth annual Miami Beach Polo World Cup set up between luxe properties The Setai and The W just off of Collins Avenue.

The competition, featuring both men and women players, included top ranked performer Rico Mansur from Brazil, as well as other polo masters from as far away as Russia, Switzerland and Malaysia.

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Horsepower wasn’t just on four legs, but in Maserati – the luxury car brand was the title sponsor for the first time this year. On the stretch of beach, thoroughbred horses and polo players competed, while spectators enjoyed CÎROC vodka cocktails under well-appointed tents.

Yacht lovers enjoyed the scene by pulling up anchor on the beach nearby in the turquoise blue waters. Residents of The W – where ONE | Sotheby’s holds exclusive listings in condominiums – enjoyed the view from their balconies above the surf.

The event is the world’s largest and most prestigious beach polo competition in the world, bringing the equestrian luxury lifestyle to the shores of Miami Beach each year.

To learn more, visit One Polo Life.

– Maria de los Angeles is a freelance wordsmith based in Miami.

 

 

ONE Sotheby’s Heads to London & Brazil this Summer to Showcase Exclusive South Florida Listings

 

Things are heating up in South Florida and sales of luxury properties are starting to rise as fast as the temperatures. The One Sotheby’s team is taking this momentous opportunity to visit affiliates in London and Brazil this June and introduce them to different areas of South Florida and the international resort lifestyle that exists here.

On June 5th and 6th we are heading across the pond to sponsor and attend Russian Art Auction in London where we will be presenting information on the W South Beach Residences as well other top-tier properties, including the new Bellini development in the Caribbean. The Russian Art auction is set to feature over 50 masterpieces from the 1850’s to Perestrioka (1980’s) with works from influential artists such as Vasily Vereschagin, Konstantin Korovin and Boris Anisfeld.

After Europe the team will en route to tropical Sao Paulo in Brazil to host ‘Miami Week’ and highlight a variety of luxury listings from our portfolio. Recently, Brazilians have been the top foreign investors in Miami and we are looking forward to creating new connections with this affiliate office.

While we are traveling, make sure to ‘like’ us on Facebook and ‘follow’ us on Twitter for more updates, photos and information on our exclusive listings- bon voyage!

Miami’s Art Scenes at the W South Beach Residences and Wynwood Attracting Hip Visitors from Around the World.

 

In the last few years Miami’s art scene has become one of the most recognized in the world. With the annual buzz of Art Basel and hip new galleries opening in up and coming neighborhoods like Wynwood, it’s no surprise that international visitors are flocking to our city to experience it up close. From Coral Gables to the Design District- art can be admired all over town.

In Miami Beach, the W South Beach Residences houses an art collection of masterpieces by legends such as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Damien Hirst and Richard Prince among others. Currently on display is an art installation by Tom Sachs named “Bronze Collection”̶ a series of sculptures of the Sanrio characters, ‘Hello Kitty’, ‘My Melody’ and ‘Miffy’ at the entrance of the hotel that welcome visitors with a playful vibe. The W’s ultra-luxe ambiance and avant-garde collection attracts a high-end clientele year round.

Tom Sachs "Bronze Collection" at the W South Beach

Back on the mainland the area of Wynwood is lined with contemporary art galleries with an edge. Throughout the neighborhood colorful murals are splashed on walls that are a hybrid of modern and cultural art mixed with graffiti and other styles. The influence of artist Shepard Fairey transcends from the streets walls all the way to the interior of the cool hangout Wynwood Kitchen and Bar, where patrons can indulge in cocktails named after their favorite local artists while sitting amongst their work. Wynwood also hosts the popular “Second Saturday Art Walk” where the galleries are open to the public. Here’s a great collection of photos of the Wynwood Walls http://www.yellowman.com/wynwood/murals.html.

Inside Wynwood Kitchen and Bar

It’s exciting to see the energy of these new art communities in Miami- make sure to check out the W South Beach Residences and Wynwood to experience it for yourself soon.

Social Media Influencers Janie Coffey and Jorge Fernandez Join ONE Sotheby’s

 

We are so excited to announce that two of Miami’s most influential, technology savvy agents have joined ONE Sotheby’s Realty. Janie Coffey and Jorge Fernandez are both pioneers for using social media to connect with clients and close sales all over South Florida.

Janie Coffey is one of the founders of the #MiamiRealEChat, which takes place on Twitter every Sunday and unites realtors from all over the country to discuss relevant topics regarding the industry.  Janie focuses on the Coral Gables market and manages a successful blog The Coral Gables Story, which has been featured by local news station CBS4. The website features important neighborhood news, listings, and other interesting information about the area. Our president Beth Butler, was recently quoted by Miami Agent Magazine saying “Janie has a unique niche. She focuses on historic homes with a concentration in Coral Gables. With her admiration for technology fused with her knowledge of historic homes, Janie will be a great asset to her clients and our team.” Janie currently has 2,300+ Twitter followers, with her numbers growing every day, make sure to follow her and stay current with real estate happening in Coral Gables and beyond, she is @janiec. You can read more about Janie in Miami Agent Magazine.

Miami native, Jorge Fernandez has been able to successfully integrate the power of the Internet into the real estate world. He was recently featured  in the Miami Herald Business Monday for his use of technology and social media in his real estate business. In addition to over 10 years of Real Estate Internet marketing experience Jorge brings over 5 years of experience handling high end residential real estate sales and overseeing the day to day operations of one of the areas Top Producers with an average of $50,000,000 in annual sales. “Jorge exposes his sellers to a global audience through his effective use of the internet and other social media outlets,” says Beth Butler, “In order to expose the sellers locally and nationally, Jorge uses innovative marketing techniques to network with agents, which ultimately gives added value to his clients and to ONE Sotheby’s International Realty.” With over 1,000 Twitter followers, Jorge has become one of the social media real estate movers and shakers in Miami. Make sure to follow him at @miamijorge.

We are thrilled to have Janie and Jorge on our team and look forward to many more social media accomplishments in 2011.

Significant Sales of 2010

 

2010 was a tremendous time for One Sotheby’s International Realty- many exciting accomplishments were made by our team of over 200 associates, who closed mega-deals all over South Florida. From luxury condos, to magnificent homes and five-star mansions, here’s a look a back at the most significant sales of the year.

158 South Prospect in Miami:  Closed for $14.1 Million

510 South Mashta Drive in Key Biscayne: Closed for $10.413 million- Former home of superstar Cher was sold by One Sotheby’s assocaite Jorge Uribe.

510 Mashta Drive

40 Indian Creek Island in Indian Creek- Closed for $9.3 million:

205 S.E. Spanish Trail in Boca Raton- Closed for $6.3 million

Upper Penthouse One at the W South Beach Residences in Miami Beach- Closed for $6.2 million: Harvey Daniels,sales associate for The Residences at W South Beach, completed the sale with the buyer’s representative Eloy Carmenate, one of the company’s top producing agents.

3581 Crystal View Court in Coconut Grove- Closed for $5.5 million: Formerly the home of NBA player Carlos Boozer, from the Utah Jazz was sold by One Sotheby’s associates Tomi Rose and Marisela Cisneros.

5745 Pinetree Drive in Miami Beach- Closed for $4.65 million

5760 North Bay Road in Miami Beach: Closed for $4.5 million

6035 SW 92 Street in Pincrest- Closed for $3.28 million

9881 W. Suburban Drive in Pinecrest- Closed for $3.275 million

We’re looking forward to representing the most outstanding and luxurious homes of South Florida in 2011 while we continue to offer the most high-end and professional real estate services to our clients. To see our complete collection of exclusive listings  click here.


ONE Sotheby’s Visits London Auction of Russian Art that totaled $82 Million in sales

 

Several associates from the One Sotheby’s Miami offices took a trip across the pond to London for the recent auction of Russian Art. During the visit they took the opportunity to network with international buyers and other high profile figures and showcase the firm’s luxury collection of properties in South Florida as well as the W South Beach Residences.

The Russian Art auction broke significant records, bringing in a grand total of $82 million in sales.  The top-selling lot of our November Sales of Russian Art in London was Alexander Yakovlev’s 1926 oil on canvas The Kuli-Kuta Dance, Niamey. Also, two new artist records were established for Mikhail Alexandrovich Vrubel with The Assyrian and Igor Emmanuiovich Grabar with Delphiniums. Combined, all five of Sotheby’s November Sales of Russian Art in New York and London established a solid sell-through-rate by lot of 64%.

We are very excited to have been part of this amazing experience and network with our London affiliates.

 

 
 


Ten Things Not to Miss During This Year’s Art Basel Miami Beach

 

Art Basel Miami Beach is upon us again! This is exciting time of the year where art aficionados flock to our beautiful city to experience the most important art exhibitions in the world. Miami will be hosting an explosion of modern art, sculpture exhibits, installations and photography showcases by renown artists in the most prestigious galleries around town. We’ve sifted through all the exhibitions, parties, brunches, pricate tours shows to provide you this well curated list of the top 10 things not to miss during this year’s Art Basel.

1) Dec. 1-5th: W South Beach Hotel Contemporary Art Collection, the modern, upscale hotel will feature a contemporaty art collection that includes works by Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Christopher Wool and Damien Hirst- among others.

Art in the Lobby of the W South Beach

2) Nov. 29, 8pm: Ornare Tastemaker Showcase, the luxury furniture brand honors the Top 20 Designers and Architects in Miami. Located at the Ornare Showroom in the Design District.

3) Nov. 30th, 7-9pm: MOCA and Vanity Fair Magazine International Party, Art Basel Kick-Off celebration and the grand opening iconic photographer Bruce Webber’s much anticipated ‘Little Haiti’ exhibit.

Image from Bruce Weber's 'Little Haiti' Exhibition

4) Dec. 1-5, 12pm-8pm: Art Basel Miami Beach, 2010 International Art Show, exclusive selection of over 250 galleries featuring works by over 20,000 artists under one roof- Miami Beach Convention Center.

Untitled 1998- Arndt Berlin

5) Dec. 1- 5, 8pm: SCOPE/ART ASIA Fair, 75 international art galleries gather under one massive tent in Midtown to showcase the most exclusive Asian art.

Last Year's Scope Art Fair (photo by Liad Baniel)

6) Dec. 1-5: Arts for a Better World, featuring works by more than 40 artists with a common goal to contribute to a better world for future generations. 5% of all art sales will be donated to designated non-profit organizations. Located at Soho Studios in the Wynwood Arts District.

7) Dec. 1-5, 12-8pm: Design Miami, this year the much anticipated exhibition will be located on the P-Lot of the Miami Beach Convention Center on the intersection of Meridian and 19th St. Fifteen of the world’s most innovative art and design galleries will present museum quality furniture, lighting and art.

Design Miami 2009

8) Dec. 1-5: Isabella Rossellini’s ‘Seduce Me’ Installation, International actress Isabella Rossellini will feature a collection of videos using animation and other multi-media that explores animal attraction. Exhibition will be located at the Wolfsonian, FIU.

Isabella Rossellini, actress, director and producer of 'Seduce Me'

9) Dec. 2nd, 11pm-1am: Patrick MacMullen Photo Installation, Cafeina Lounge in Wynwood will be host to notable photographer, Pactrick MacMullen’s collection of celebrity images.

Photographer Patrick McMullen (photo by NY Magazine)

10) Dec. 2nd, 7pm-11pm: Miami Art Museum’s Annual Party on the Plaza, Event will feature live music, cocktails and exhibits by artists Susan Rothenberg, Tomas Saraceno, Robert Rauschenberg . Over 1,700 of the art world’s VIPs are expected to attend.

Last year's Party on the Plaza (photo by MAM)

ONESIR visits Caracas for Seminar and Cocktail Reception

 

ONE Sotheby’s sponsored a seminar in Caracas, and attended a cocktail reception to showcase the brand as well as the Residences at the W South Beach to clients. During the trip, marketing director, Vanessa Ballestas, had the opportunity to present the One Sir luxury listings to an entirely new audience of high profile investors and business owners in Venezuela.