Nobu Hospitality is expanding its South Florida presence with its first branded residential project in Miami, a 74-story tower planned along Biscayne Bay in the city’s Brickell district. Developed in partnership with Miami-based firms 13th Floor Investments and Key International, 619 Brickell will bring 300 luxury condos, a full collection of high-end amenities, and a new Nobu restaurant to the heart of Miami’s core.
Designed by Foster + Partners in collaboration with Sieger-Suarez Architects, the development will rise beside the historic First Presbyterian Church of Miami at 609-619 Brickell Avenue, one of the few remaining religious buildings on Brickell Avenue. In 2024, city officials removed the historic designation from the east side of the property, allowing for the future demolition of the building’s addition and surface parking lot.
Plans call for 300 residences, which, according to Miami Residential, will range from one- to four-bedroom layouts. Each unit is designed by Foster + Partners to capture panoramic views of Biscayne Bay, with interiors reflecting Nobu Hospitality’s signature Japanese aesthetic. According to Nobu Hospitality, residents will also have access to 90,000 SF of private amenities, including a full-scale spa and wellness retreat, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a poolside cafe. However, it’s important to note that unit sizes or configurations aren’t set in stone and may change at any time during the planning process.
At the lower levels, Miami’s second Nobu restaurant will open within the tower, joining the brand’s existing Nobu Hotel and restaurant in Miami Beach. The new Brickell restaurant will feature a unique circular design and expansive waterfront views, envisioned as one of Miami’s most futuristic and modern dining locations.
In a joint statement, Arnaud Karsenti, Managing Principal of 13th Floor Investments, and Inigo Ardid, Co-President of Key International, said:
“We are honored to partner with Nobu Hospitality and Foster + Partners on this extraordinary project in the heart of Brickell. 619 Brickell represents the perfect convergence of design, service, and lifestyle — a residential experience elevated by Nobu’s world-class hospitality and commitment to exceptional service. Together, we are creating a landmark destination that reflects Miami’s sophistication and energy, and we look forward to unveiling it in the near future.”
The 74-story tower will become one of the tallest buildings in Brickell. While full-scale renderings and official height counts have not been released, the building is expected to reach ‘supertall’ levels, internationally considered as structures rising above 300M. Only a handful of buildings in Brickell are planned to reach this scale, and none of them have broken ground yet.