Miami is quickly cementing itself as one of the world’s most ambitious cities for skyline innovation, with a wave of supertall and high-design towers redefining its architectural identity. As Miami prepares to host Design Miami and Art Week, eight major skyscrapers currently under development are poised to leave a lasting mark on the cityscape.
These transformative projects span from Brickell to the Design District and Miami Beach, many representing the first-ever residential ventures by global fashion, automotive, and luxury brands. Here’s a look at the most anticipated towers changing Miami’s skyline:
1. Bentley Residences – A Drive-In Skyscraper
Architects: Sieger Suarez Architects | Developer: Dezer Development
The first branded residential tower from Bentley Motors, Bentley Residences is revolutionizing condo living with the Dezervator – a car elevator that delivers residents directly to in-unit sky garages. Located in Sunny Isles Beach, each unit will have sweeping ocean views and private garage ports, blurring the lines between luxury living and automotive prestige.
2. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, South Beach – Coastal Elegance Reimagined
Architects: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) | Developer: The Related Group & Fontainebleau Development
Taking over the site of the historic Sagamore and Ritz Plaza hotels, this ultra-luxury development will bring The Ritz-Carlton brand’s legendary service to 1 Collins Avenue. It will offer limited residences with sweeping ocean views and a design that combines timeless elegance with modern coastal sophistication.
3. Waldorf Astoria Miami – The City’s First Supertall Skyscraper
Architects: Carlos Ott & Sieger Suarez Architects
Soaring to 1,049 feet, Waldorf Astoria Miami is on track to become the city’s first completed supertall skyscraper. Its distinctive silhouette—composed of nine offset glass cubes—is already an icon in the making. Located in Downtown Miami, the tower will offer branded residences and hotel accommodations with views stretching across Biscayne Bay. Completion is targeted for 2028.
4. Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences – Where Fine Dining Meets Design
Architects: Arquitectonica | Interiors: Yabu Pushelberg
Located in the Design District, this 48-story tower is backed by world-renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and blends luxury living with culinary excellence. Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences features wraparound terraces and a lush podium base and is slated to house a signature restaurant and 40+ stories of high-end residences. Completion is anticipated in 2027.
5. 1201 Brickell Bay Drive – Sleek Design by Foster + Partners
Architects: Foster + Partners
1201 Brickell Bay Drive is a forthcoming architectural landmark designed by the celebrated London-based firm Foster + Partners. With a tapered, sail-like form and mixed-use functionality, the tower is planned as part of a major Brickell waterfront development. It will serve as both a visual icon and a central hub of activity. Groundbreaking is scheduled for 2025.
6. 1428 Brickell – Solar-Powered Luxury Living
Architect: ACPV ARCHITECTS in collaboration with Arquitectonica
Replacing the previously listed 848 Brickell, 1428 Brickell is a bold residential tower designed to be the first residential high-rise in the U.S. partially powered by solar energy. The 70-story building features over 500 linear feet of solar panels, with interiors curated for wellness, luxury, and sustainability. Developed by YTech, it has already drawn international attention for its eco-forward approach.
7. 888 Brickell – Fashion Meets Architecture
Designers: Studio Sofield | Developer: JDS Development | Brand: Dolce & Gabbana
Set to reach the same 1,049-foot height as the Waldorf Astoria, 888 Brickell is fashion house Dolce & Gabbana’s first-ever branded residential project. Its gold-and-black façade reflects Milanese modernism and high fashion, while inside, opulence reigns with bespoke interiors and amenities designed to immerse residents in a luxury lifestyle.
8. Mercedes-Benz Places – Engineering Meets Design
Architects: SHoP Architects | Developer: JDS Development Group
Located in Brickell, Mercedes-Benz Places is the automotive brand’s first foray into residential real estate. The tower’s sculptural form—composed of stacked, interlocking blocks—mirrors the sleek lines of a luxury vehicle. Spanning 2.5 million square feet, it will include residences, hospitality, and public amenities. Construction is currently underway.
A City in Vertical Ascent
With these ambitious projects, Miami is quickly becoming a hub for branded, design-forward high-rises that combine architecture, art, and lifestyle in unprecedented ways. As developers push boundaries and global icons converge in South Florida, Miami’s skyline is on a trajectory that’s as bold and dazzling as the city itself.