Architecture that performs at every level
Efficient planning, coordinated systems, and construction-ready clarity for developers and investors. We partner with real estate developers in Miami and beyond to streamline feasibility, accelerate entitlement, and optimize buildable value—from zoning analysis to construction-ready design.
What we build for developer
Because great design is not enough—projects need efficiency, clarity, and real-world performance.
At Ginard Studio, we understand what matters most to developers: speed, accuracy, and return on investment. By combining architectural expertise with real-world development strategy, we reduce entitlement delays, maximize FAR, and deliver buildable, cost-conscious designs that move projects forward.
Our work is structured around early decision-making, followed by focused execution.
Rather than jumping directly into full architectural services, we guide projects through three defined stages.
Stage 1- Feasibility & Yield Study
This phase supports informed go / no-go decisions before land is acquired or capital is committed.
Typical scope includes:
Zoning and overlay analysis
Buildable envelope and density logic
Preliminary unit count and parking strategy
Early constraint and risk identification
Clear conclusions to support acquisition or repositioning decisions.
This phase is intentionally focused, fast, and decisive.
Stage 2 — Pre-Entitlement Massing & Risk Map
Once feasibility is established, we translate zoning logic into clear massing options and approval pathways.
Typical scope includes:
Massing studies aligned with zoning and planning criteria
Setbacks, height, FAR, and lot coverage mapped clearly
Parking and access strategies grounded in approval realities
Identification of discretionary approvals and potential delays
Narrative positioning for planning and review boards
This phase establishes realistic expectations and reduces uncertainty before full design begins.
Stage 3 — Design-to-Approval Architecture
With direction clearly defined, we deliver full architectural services focused on approvals, coordination, and constructability.
This phase includes:
Architectural design developed from approved massing logic
Coordination with structural, MEP, and other consultants
BIM-based documentation aligned with permitting requirements
Ongoing support through planning and approval processes
At this stage, design is no longer exploratory—it is deliberate, coordinated, and approval-driven.
What developers typically start with
We help developers test ideas before committing resources: massing, unit mixes, sellable SF, parking counts, and early code analysis tailored to the site.
Fast massing studies
Rapid massing studies help evaluate buildable volume, height, and site potential early, allowing developers to test scenarios before committing to a direction.
Market-aligned unit mixes
Unit mix studies are shaped around market demand, zoning limits, and project goals to support realistic absorption and long-term value.
Early structural logic
Early structural alignment helps identify feasible spans, grids, and core placement, reducing downstream changes and uncertainty.
Zoning + code insights
Zoning and code analysis clarify constraints, opportunities, and approval paths, helping developers assess risk and entitlement feasibility from the start.
How we design for performance
Our approach is grounded in real project experience on complex developments.
Based in Miami, our team navigates South Florida's zoning code, design guidelines, and approval workflows with confidence. Whether it's T6 zoning, coastal overlay, or working with city planning staff, we've done it.
We're fluent in City of Miami nuance, but also bring our systems to projects in Naples, Palm Beach, and beyond.
Efficient planning
We reduce wasted circulation and increase usable square footage.
Unit mixes are shaped around real market demand.
Early alignment decisions prevent costly redesigns later.
Simplified structure
Clean grid logic minimizes transfers and complex intersections.
Structural spans coordinate with layouts to reduce irregularities.
The result is a buildable system with predictable construction.
Coordinated BIM
Models identify conflicts before they reach the site.
Consultant drawings are reviewed against architectural intent.
Clearer information reduces RFIs and avoidable delays.
Faster approvals
Documents incorporate city requirements from the start.
Zoning and life-safety items are addressed before submission.
Fewer revisions lead to shorter review cycles.
Developer-focused interiors
Layouts support sales, leasing, and operational efficiency.
Materials balance durability, cost, and design.
Amenity spaces align with market expectations and elevate value.
Experience behind the process
Florida Registered Architect, with sustained experience.
Before founding Ginard Studio, Principal Architect Alex Ginard built more than two decades of professional experience working across Cuba, Mexico, and the United States on residential, hospitality, and mixed-use architecture projects at multiple scales.
As part of this trajectory, Alex spent almost six years at Arquitectonica International, contributing to large-scale developments throughout Miami, South Florida, the United States, and international markets.
This combined background provides first-hand experience navigating complex zoning and permitting environments, coordinating large consultant teams, and supporting projects through active construction phases—shaping the disciplined, execution-driven approach Ginard Studio brings to every development today.
Selected prior experience — Arquitectonica International
Projects completed during tenure at Arquitectonica International. Roles listed reflect direct involvement.
Hospitality
Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel — Miami Beach, FL
Project Architect
Large-scale hospitality development with complex coordination across structure, interiors, and city agencies.
Lake Nona Wave — Orlando, FL
Construction Administration
Mixed-use hospitality project with active construction-phase involvement and field coordination.
Fendi Château Residences — Miami Beach, FL
Interior Design & Construction Administration
Ultra-luxury residential hospitality project with high-detail interiors and on-site coordination.
Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sunny Isles — Sunny Isles, FL
Interior Design
High-rise luxury residential interiors within a hospitality-driven development.
Hilton Brickell — Miami, FL
Interior Design
Hospitality interiors developed to meet brand standards and operational requirements.
Millux Hotel — Miami, FL
Interior Design
Boutique hotel interiors with coordinated layouts and finish integration.
Condominiums
Continuum South Beach — Miami Beach, FL
Master Planning & Interior Design (Gym, Spa, and Lobbies)
Renovation and reprogramming of amenity spaces within a landmark residential complex.
Monaco Condominium — Miami Beach, FL
Construction Administration
Construction-phase coordination for a new residential development.
Baccarat Residences — Miami, FL
Project Architect
Luxury residential tower with complex architectural and consultant coordination.
The Well Residences — Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Project Architect
Wellness-focused residential development with integrated architectural planning.
Driftwood Residences — Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Project Architect
Mid-rise residential project focused on layout efficiency and buildability.
Smart Brickell I — Brickell, Miami, FL
Interior Design
Residential interiors within a mixed-use urban development.
Office & Commercial
Forum Aventura — Aventura, FL
Interior Design & Construction Administration
Commercial interiors with active construction-phase involvement.
Bambú – Centro Comercial — San Salvador, El Salvador
Interior Designer
International retail and commercial development with multi-tenant coordination.
