Comments on: Richard Meier Beach House: 3rd time the charm?

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[...] Apparently the project is way behind schedule and has according to a comprehensive article by Kevin Tomlinson of the South Beach Condo blog, been through several developers already. It’s a shame since the project, shown at left, is [...]

By: Kevin Tomlinson

Kevin Tomlinson — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 22:52:22 +0000

Nancy,

Initially 10%, yes.

By: Nancy Wilden

Nancy Wilden — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 17:37:17 +0000

What is the deposit here? Are they really asking for more than 10% escrow?

By: Kevin Tomlinson

Kevin Tomlinson — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 22:31:00 +0000

Jake,

As you know, it seems like the building is getting ready to be brought down. I think once they start, the project will have a good probability of being finished.

That western sun would be a deal-breaker for me. The do make a film that is optically clear which reduces the heat AND rays by up to 98%! I think i’ll do a post on that!

By: Jake

Jake — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 13:24:53 +0000

I hope the project goes through but I am also concerned about the change in developers. We live next door at The Waves and it would be nice to have such a building next to ours. My concern with the all glass building is how hot are the west facing units going to be with the sun hitting on them all day long. We face the ocean to the east and it is very pleasant but west side apartments do get the brunt of the sun. Love all your insights.

By: Kevin Tomlinson

Kevin Tomlinson — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:53:21 +0000

Mott-
Hey good to see you here! It was VERY frustrating for my clients, and I was frustrated for them. Let’s see if it goes this time!

By: Mott Marvin Kornicki

Mott Marvin Kornicki — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 05:35:37 +0000

I can relate to your diagnosis. I’ve had a few buyers walk away from that project due to delays and mass confusion by the original development team. Richard Meier’s credibility and talent are undisputed. This various developers/developer’s marketing company has some serious issues regarding ethical business practices and some less than desireable management policies. The Beach House, if ever built, will certainly be a showcase property.

By: Ines

Ines — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 19:25:32 +0000

They’re supposed to start demolition this month – at least that’s what they announced, let’s see if it happens.

By: Kevin Tomlinson

Kevin Tomlinson — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 13:53:04 +0000

Ines,

YUP, still in Orlando until tomorrow! The hotel that is on the site in finally closed, so that is a good sign. But I still feel that I need a bit more progress to feel comfortable that this project will actually be moving forward.

By: Ines

Ines — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 03:48:21 +0000

Hey Kevin, are you still in Orlando? I wrote about the Beach House a couple of weeks ago with a different perspective and that was the architecture. It really is too bad that they cannot get their act together because the project in my opinion is amazing and it can’t get any better than Richard Meier – I’ve been waiting for him to build something in Miami, I hope this materializes.