In the two years he’s been in the United States, Bjarke Ingels is redefining the skyscraper in New York City, he’s become the lead designer for Smithsonian’s master plan, is a finalist in the $1 billion Miami Beach Convention Center…
Economic Impact in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Updated April 21, 2013 We are committed to successfully curating a thriving, design-driven community of retail, restaurants, residential units, and an active marina at Marina Lofts. We expect Marina Lofts to have a meaningful, positive economic impact on Fort Lauderdale,…
Furthering the Vision for the Future of Fort Lauderdale
Posted in Furthering Fort Lauderdale's Vision
Marina Lofts is consistent with the master plans of the city. As proposed, it meets the intent, vision and planning principles of the Downtown Master Plan, the New River Master Plan, and the Riverwalk District Plan. In fact, Marina Lofts…
Activating the Riverwalk
Updated April 17, 2013 Understanding the importance of extending and connecting the Riverwalk, Bjarke Ingels and I plan to activate the Riverwalk along the blighted stretch between the FEC tracks and the Esplanade. We are creating a dynamic environment filled…
Attracting Urbanites
Posted in Affordable Luxury Residences, Furthering Fort Lauderdale's Vision, Transportation in the Urban Core
Through thoughtful, responsible development it is possible to create a mixed-use concept that is uniquely Fort Lauderdale and that will enhance and transform the surrounding community. Marina Lofts aims to attract and connect with urban dwellers wishing to live in…
Connecting The Riverwalk
The Riverwalk is a unique and compelling pedestrian experience along the north and south banks of the New River. It allows pedestrians to walk, jog, or bicycle along the New River. However, that experience is currently interrupted in two locations,…
Retail and Restaurants Along the New River
Marina Lofts will activate the Riverwalk with several restaurants, a café, a coffee shop, a public park, marine-related shops, and additional retail uses that will compliment the community that we are curating. Our goal also is to ensure high occupancy…
The Pedestrian Experience
While the Marina Lofts site along the New River has an irregular shape due to the marine basins within the property, we will bridge over those barriers in order to create a pedestrian experience closest to the water. Upon the…
Supporting the Arts
Fort Lauderdale is known for its thriving entertainment and arts culture along the Riverfront, including the Broward Center for Performing Arts, Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, Florida Grand Opera, Fort Lauderdale History Center and Historic Stranahan House Museum. Billed…
