Miami’s skyline is crowded with branded condo towers, many heavy on marketing but light on lasting value.Faena’s latest project in Brickell stands apart. After conducting in-depth reviews of more than 55 new developments across the city, we’ve seen which projects deliver and which don’t. Faena Brickell is one of the rare few that we believe truly merits attention. Here’s what makes it different.
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Faena goes beyond the idea of a typical branded condo—it represents a curated world of art, culture, and exclusivity, backed by one of the globe’s most recognized hospitality groups. The development brings 440 residences across two towers linked by an iconic skybridge, along with more than 100,000 square feet of resident-only amenities. The scale is impressive, but as experience shows, branding and size don’t automatically equal success. The real test is whether Faena can deliver on its reputation and create a lifestyle that endures for its owners.
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Why Faena Residences Miami Stand Apart
Here are the top five reasons this project distinguishes itself, along with a look at some of the most compelling floor plans.
1. Location with Protected Views
Set along the Miami River, Faena benefits from permanent sightlines across the water and city skyline—something most downtown towers can’t promise. Future construction won’t block your vistas, safeguarding long-term value. On top of that, you’re steps from Brickell’s core, with easy walkability to Brickell City Centre and the financial hub.
2. A Complete Lifestyle Community
Faena isn’t a lone high-rise squeezed into an urban block—it’s a 14-acre private enclave with lush gardens, water features, and a full calendar of lifestyle programming. Owners enjoy paddle courts (indoor & outdoor), a semi-Olympic pool, world-class wellness amenities, and a members-only club included in the HOA. This is the same ecosystem approach Alan Faena pioneered in Buenos Aires and refined on Miami Beach—an environment designed for durability and value.
3. Boutique Brand with Global Reach
Unlike corporate names such as Ritz-Carlton or St. Regis, Faena draws its identity from art, culture, and curated exclusivity. Expect bold architecture, striking murals, and cultural programming that give the development a soul. It’s not branding as a marketing trick—it’s branding backed by a proven lifestyle philosophy.
Faena Residences Miami Brickell
Faena Residences Miami Brickell
Faena Residences Miami Brickell
4. A Proven Delivery Team
Great design only matters if it’s built well. Many Miami projects don’t live up to their renderings. Here, Faena is partnering with Coastal Construction, one of the few firms in Miami capable of handling projects at this scale. We’ve spoken with them directly on our podcast—they’re among the best in the business. That credibility gives buyers confidence.
Development Team:
- Developers: Fortune International Group & KAR Properties
- Builder: Coastal Construction
- Architecture: Rafael Viñoly Architects
- Interior Design: Bryan O’Sullivan Studio
- Landscape Architecture: Sasaki Studio
5. Floor Plans That Live Like Homes
This is where many towers miss the mark. Faena’s layouts are made for end-users, not just investors. Expect proper storage, spacious living areas, broad glass frontages, and deep terraces that feel like extensions of the home.
Highlights:
- Residence 3302 — 3BR / 3.5BA, 2,225 SF interior + 822 SF terrace. Dual corner views over the river and skyline, 36 feet of glass frontage, and a well-proportioned primary suite. Price: ~$4M (~$1,850/SF).
- Residence 6401 — 4BR / 4.5BA, ~3,100 SF interior + 800 SF terrace, 14’ ceilings. Only four of these exist; soaring ceilings create a loft-like feel with unobstructed water and city panoramas. Price: ~$8M.
- Penthouse 6701 — ~8,200 SF interior + ~7,000 SF outdoor space. A “sky estate” with rooftop pool, fitness zone, and expansive terraces. Rare in both scale and functionality—arguably one of Miami’s most iconic penthouses.
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Price Perspective: Where Faena Fits in Brickell
Faena’s pricing begins in the $1,700–$1,900 per SF range (from ~$1.8M), positioning it more competitively than Brickell’s top-tier new developments:
- Mandarin Oriental Residences Brickell: $2,300–$2,500/SF, with smaller residences already sold out.
- St. Regis Brickell: Comparable per-SF pricing to Mandarin, but with three-bedroom entry points starting above $5M.
For buyers seeking new construction, generous floor plans, and prime Brickell access under the $5M threshold, Faena stands out as one of the best opportunities on the market today.
Below are two slides:
- A comparison of Faena versus other new construction projects in Brickell and Downtown.
- A look at resale price-per-SF trends over the past 5 years for Brickell units valued at $1.8M or higher.
Final Thoughts on Faena Residences Miami
Branded doesn’t always mean better—many projects rely on glossy marketing while offering little substance. Faena sets itself apart with well-designed floor plans, a highly capable development team, and a true lifestyle ecosystem that gives the brand lasting weight. From $4M corner residences to dramatic loft-style layouts and some of the city’s most iconic penthouses, Faena deserves a place among the top developments in Miami’s urban core.
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