Smart Brickell Luxe
A Luxury Condo-Hotel Tower in Brickell, Miami
Smart Brickell Luxe is a high-density mixed-use tower designed to maximize value, efficiency, and experience within one of Miami’s most dynamic urban districts. Conceived as a condo-hotel and short-term rental development, the project leverages zoning allowances, sustainability strategies, and hospitality-driven design to create a resilient, future-ready asset in Brickell.
Hospitality Architecture
Under construction.
Project Overview
Smart Brickell Luxe is a 184,000-square-foot luxury high-rise combining hotel units, condominium residences, and ground-floor commercial space within a compact footprint. Developed by Habitat Group, the building is designed to utilize maximum allowable density while maintaining strong environmental performance and a refined urban presence.
From the outset, the project committed to achieving LEED Gold certification, integrating passive design strategies, high-performance building systems, and on-site stormwater management to reduce operational impact and long-term costs.
Project Data
Location: Brickell, Miami FL
Project type: Luxury mixed-use hospitality high-rise
Total Area: 184,000 sf A/C
Hotel Units: 78
Condo Units: 53
Commercial space: 5,000 sf
LEED Category: LEED GOLD
Project Status: Under Construction
Architectural Services Provided
Concept design
Architectural design
Construction documents
Architect of record
Construction administration
Urban Context & Density Strategy
Located at the edge of the Brickell District, Smart Brickell Luxe contributes to the continued revitalization of the area while responding directly to its urban intensity. The project’s massing and program distribution are carefully calibrated to deliver high unit yield within a small site footprint, aligning zoning performance with market demand for short-term rental and hospitality uses.
Energy Efficiency & Environmental Performance
Energy efficiency is a core driver of the design. Exit stairwells are positioned along the east and west façades, acting as thermal buffers that limit solar heat gain where sun exposure is most aggressive. Primary unit openings are oriented north and south, maximizing natural daylight while preserving interior comfort and reducing energy demand.
Deep overhangs, slab extensions, and architectural “eyebrows” provide additional solar protection, while envelope insulation values exceed code requirements. Stormwater runoff is managed on site, reinforcing the project’s LEED Gold sustainability goals.
Façade & Architectural Expression
The façade balances performance with urban character. The parking structure is articulated with large glazed openings to maintain transparency and avoid the visual weight typically associated with garage podiums. Perforated metal panels provide natural ventilation while doubling as an urban art surface, contributing texture and identity to the streetscape.
Transit-Oriented Mixed-Use Design
Situated within a Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) zone, Smart Brickell Luxe incorporates features that actively promote pedestrian movement and alternative transportation. Parking ratios are reduced by approximately 50%, while bicycle infrastructure is expanded to include over 70 bicycle parking spaces.
At ground level, over 2,500 SF of commercial space activates the street, while hospitality amenities—including a restaurant and gym on Level 8—enhance both guest experience and long-term asset value.
Construction Administration
Ginard Studio supports the project through comprehensive Construction Administration services, ensuring that design intent, sustainability objectives, and performance criteria are executed accurately on site. Close coordination between architecture, engineering, and construction teams ensures Smart Brickell Luxe is delivered as a cohesive, high-performing hospitality and residential landmark in Miami.
An interview with the architect of Smart Brickell Luxe
Behind a high-rise building design.
A brief interview with Alex Ginard, Founder & Principal Architect of Ginard Studio, where he speaks about Smart Brickell Luxe.