Kolter Urban, a firm which boasts high-rise developments in multiple Floridian cities, is breaking into the Miami market with a twin tower project on the border of Miami’s Design District. Designed by the infamous Miami-based firm Arquitectonica, the project is planning to bring two 20-story towers with ample ground floor retail space, parking, and condos. More specifically, the development will include a combined density of 164 units, 8,874 SF of commercial space, 374 parking spaces, 2 hotel rooms, and around 50 bicycle parking spaces. Units will be split between 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, 4 bedroom, and penthouse orientations. Units will be generously sized, with 1 bedroom units having an average size of 3,500 SF between both towers, although unit size is preliminary/still in the planning process. Kolter Urban and Arquitectonica will face review of their design considerations on May 21st by the Urban Development Review Board.
Located at 3801 Biscayne Blvd and 3883 Biscayne Blvd, the tower is designed to abide by all zoning regulations, hence the tower includes no waivers, variances, or the utilization of the Live Local Act. For example, the tower is split between two zoning designations of T6-12-L and T4-R. T6-12-L boasts increased density and the ability for towers, while T4-R restricts development to low density multifamily housing. This is reflected in the tower’s plans, which features transitional density from high-rises to townhomes. The townhomes are part of a future phase and are not included in the plan’s submission.
The planned towers aim to enhance the pedestrian experience along Biscayne Boulevard by incorporating retail spaces that face the major throroughfare. The project also features extensive greenery along the sidewalks, promoting “walkability, sustainability, and the integration of vibrant public spaces”. Additionally, the plans include elevation drawings showing that both towers will measure 293 FT. These elevations showcase a mix of design elements such as glass railings, bronze glass curtain walls, bronze stucco finishes, and other architectural details.
Before construction can begin, Kolter Urban must demolish multiple structures on the site, with many dating back to the early 1900s. In total, demolition must encapsulate 8 properties including offices, retail, multiple single family homes, and the iconic Biscayne Medical Plaza building. As of May 19th, 2025, no permits have been filed recently relating to demolition, site preparation, or construction, although that may change in the distant future.