The Residences at 1428 Brickell: 70-Story Luxury Tower by Ytech and Antonio Citterio in Miami

A 70-story tower where Italian craftsmanship meets Miami’s skyline. 195 residences. 80,000 square feet of amenities. The world’s first luxury high-rise with solar-integrated glass. And a developer who builds full-scale mockups before installing a single tile.

By David Nguah | Miami’s Real Estate | +1 (786) 200-3966 | June 2026

Why 1428 Brickell Stands Apart in Miami’s Luxury Condo Market

Miami’s Brickell neighborhood has never been short on luxury condos. Dozens of towers line the avenue, each promising some version of the good life. But The Residences at 1428 Brickell — a 70-story, 195-unit tower developed by Ytech and designed by Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel of ACPV Architects — is built on a fundamentally different premise. This is not a building designed to sell units. It is a building designed to be lived in, and that distinction shapes every decision behind it.

Currently under construction and going vertical, with financing secured through J.P. Morgan, 1428 Brickell is positioned to become one of the most consequential residential towers delivered in Miami this decade. Here is a detailed look at what makes it different — and what prospective buyers need to know.

The Developer: Ytech and the $3 Billion Brickell Commitment

Ytech was founded in 2006 by Yamal Yidios and is headquartered in Miami. The firm’s portfolio includes more than $3 billion in luxury development projects concentrated within the Brickell neighborhood alone. Over nearly two decades, Ytech has accumulated over $2 billion in assets, developed more than 7,000 apartments totaling 1.9 million gross square feet, and housed more than 20,000 residents across the southeastern United States.

What distinguishes Ytech from many Miami developers is their level of investment in Brickell specifically. The firm owns multiple properties along the corridor — 1428 Brickell Avenue, 1500 Brickell Avenue, 1548 Brickell Avenue, 44 Broadway, and 75 Broadway — which speaks to a long-term stake in the neighborhood’s trajectory rather than a single-project speculation.

Quality as a Discipline, Not a Marketing Claim

The concept behind 1428 Brickell emerged from research gathered from more than 250 luxury residential and hotel properties worldwide and interviews with three dozen renowned architects and designers. That global benchmarking process informed every element of the project — from floorplan organization to material sourcing to the service model.

But what sets this project apart from others that make similar claims is how Ytech operationalizes quality during construction. The development team maintains more construction supervisors on staff per area than any comparable project in the market — with two dedicated supervisors assigned to each zone of the building. The CEO personally visits the construction site twice a week. The president of operations oversees the build daily.

Before any finish element is installed in a residence — whether it is the postless railing system, stone flooring, window assemblies, or sliding glass doors — Ytech builds a full-scale physical mockup of the terrace and interior components to test fit, finish, and function. Only after the mockup is approved does installation proceed in the actual tower. It is the kind of approach more common in European bespoke construction than in Miami’s high-rise market, and it is a meaningful differentiator for buyers concerned about the gap between what they see in a rendering and what they receive at closing.

Architecture and Design: Antonio Citterio’s Miami Debut

The interiors of 1428 Brickell are designed by ACPV Architects — the firm of Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel, headquartered in Milan. Citterio is one of the most recognized names in contemporary Italian design, known for his work with brands like B&B Italia, Vitra, and Hermès, as well as luxury hotel projects for Bulgari worldwide. The Residences at 1428 Brickell represents the firm’s first residential tower project in Miami.

The exterior architecture is by Arquitectonica, the Miami-based firm founded by Bernardo Fort-Brescia and Laurinda Spear in 1977, known for pioneering bold modernism throughout the city’s skyline. Landscape architecture is handled by Arquitectonica GEO, an award-winning studio specializing in climate-adaptive, biodiversity-restoring design.

General contracting is by Coastal Construction, a Top 20 U.S. construction firm with four generations of experience in delivering complex high-end projects.

The Residences: 195 Homes from 1,800 to 12,000 Square Feet

The tower contains 195 residences — a deliberately limited count for a 70-story building, reflecting the priority placed on space, privacy, and exclusivity. Available configurations include two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and four-bedroom-plus-den layouts, ranging from approximately 1,800 to 4,000 square feet for standard residences.

Every residence faces east toward Biscayne Bay, with floor-to-ceiling glass throughout and ceiling heights starting at 11 feet — rising to 30 feet in select duplex residences. Structural columns are spaced nearly 40 feet apart in some homes (compared to a typical 30 feet), creating dramatically open layouts without interior obstructions.

On upper floors where the building tapers back, columns are moved outside the glass envelope entirely, maximizing usable interior space — a structural innovation that most buyers will notice immediately upon entering the residences.

Kitchen and Finish Specifications

The kitchens alone set 1428 Brickell apart from anything currently available in the Brickell market. Designed by Antonio Citterio and built by Arclinea — the legendary Italian kitchen manufacturer founded in 1925 — they feature Rimadesio glass enclosures that allow the entire kitchen to open for entertaining or close for a more refined experience. Appliances are by Gaggenau, the German manufacturer established in 1683.

Bathrooms feature Vaselli stone work — crafted by artisans in Rapolano, Italy, continuing a tradition dating to the Etruscans — alongside Salvatori natural stone and Antolini surfaces sourced from Verona. Flooring throughout uses ash wood, and select finishes include silk georgette marble, eucalyptus wood cladding, and mineral lime-based wall treatments.

The Penthouse: 12,000 Square Feet at 800 Feet in the Sky

The crown of the tower is a two-story, 12,000-square-foot penthouse with panoramic views from 800 feet above Brickell. It features 30-foot ceilings, seven bedrooms, nine bathrooms, two expansive terraces, a Citterio-designed sculptural staircase, a Vaselli-carved stone kitchen, an Arclinea chef’s kitchen, a walk-in wine cellar, maid and nanny quarters on each floor, and a private in-residence elevator.

The penthouse design was inspired by the vision and aesthetics of 20th century architectural icons including Charlotte Perriand, Philip Johnson, and Angelo Mangiarotti, reinterpreted by Citterio and Viel for contemporary living.

80,000 Square Feet of Private Amenities Across Five Levels

With approximately 80,000 square feet of amenities devoted exclusively to 195 residences, the ratio of amenity space to residents at 1428 Brickell is among the highest of any residential tower in Miami. Every amenity is for residents and their guests only — there is no hotel component, no public memberships, no outside access.

Rooftop Observatory — Level 70

At the top of the tower, 850 feet in the sky, the rooftop level features an adults-only pool with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic, a double-height atrium lounge with an organically inspired lighting installation, poolside food and beverage service, and a dedicated concierge. The Rooftop Sky Atrium serves craft cocktails and light fare in a serene greenhouse-like setting.

Owner’s Club — Level 67

A two-level social hub featuring a double-height wine and spirits lounge with private temperature-controlled storage, a private dining room with a Vaselli chef’s kitchen designed by Antonio Citterio, a business lounge with private offices, a lounge bar with a circular staircase to the private events mezzanine, and programming that includes live jazz performances and menus created by renowned local chefs.

Wellness Club — Level 66

Positioned at the 66th floor with ocean and skyline views, the Wellness Club includes a 3,500-square-foot Sky Spa with meditation room, infrared sauna, steam room, treatment rooms, beauty suite, and barbershop. The Technogym-designed gymnasium overlooks Biscayne Bay, and an outdoor yoga pavilion faces the Atlantic Ocean. A state-of-the-art golf simulator rounds out the wellness offerings. A dedicated wellness concierge coordinates personal training, spa treatments, nutritional coaching, and IV treatments.

Resort Level — Level 8

The resort level features an all-ages pool surrounded by tropical landscaping, private cabanas, a spa and endless pool, a club bar with chef-inspired seasonal fare, a cinema room with plush velvet curtains and cafe-style seating, a children’s Imaginarium indoor play space with outdoor playground and splash pad, and an events pavilion for private gatherings.

Lobby and Arrival — Level 1

Arrival begins at a gated guard house staffed around the clock, followed by a porte cochere with 24/7 valet attendants and porters. The double-height lobby overlooks a botanical garden on Brickell Avenue and houses a library lounge and aperitivo bar with an all-day menu featuring baked goods from a local bakery, gourmet coffee, paninis, charcuterie boards, and cold-pressed juices. A staffed package room handles deliveries including cold storage for perishables. A dedicated dog park and pet spa serve residents with pets.

A second-level private drop-off area provides climate-controlled, fully serviced bays for residents who prefer more discreet arrivals.

Engineering Innovation: The Solar Backbone

The Residences at 1428 Brickell is the world’s first luxury high-rise residential tower to integrate photovoltaic glazing directly into its facade. Five hundred photovoltaic-integrated windows along the west-facing facade create a “Solar Backbone” comprising nearly 20,000 square feet of energy-producing glass across all 70 floors.

The system is projected to generate up to 170 megawatts of clean energy per year, reducing approximately 4,700 tons of CO2 emissions and eliminating the use of roughly 3,000 barrels of oil annually. The solar backbone powers amenity and common areas throughout the building. The photovoltaic glazing is architecturally integrated — blended seamlessly into the building’s aesthetic rather than mounted externally.

The Brickell Neighborhood: Miami’s Most Dynamic Urban Address

Located at 1428 Brickell Avenue in the heart of Miami’s financial district, the tower sits less than a minute’s walk from Brickell’s finest shopping, dining, and entertainment, and less than two blocks from the waterfront. Residents have protected views of Biscayne Bay, Brickell Key, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Miami skyline to the north, and lush views toward Coconut Grove to the south.

Notable nearby destinations include Chateau ZZ by Major Food Group, LPM Restaurant for Mediterranean cuisine, Osaka for Nikkei-inspired flavors, Brickell City Centre, The Shops at Mary Brickell Village, the Miami Circle National Historic Landmark, and a network of waterfront parks and art installations.

Italian Craftsmanship Partners: A Who’s Who of European Luxury Brands

Key Facts: The Residences at 1428 Brickell

How 1428 Brickell Compares to Other Brickell Luxury Towers

Several factors position 1428 Brickell differently from competing luxury projects along the corridor. The building is residential-only — no hotel component, no public restaurant, no outside memberships — which means every amenity, every service staff member, and every common space serves only 195 households. The strict rental policy (maximum two leases per year, each with a six-month minimum, and no short-term rentals) protects the community from transient use and preserves the private residential character of the building.

The level of finish specification — Italian-sourced kitchens, bathrooms, and stone work installed by the developer rather than left to individual buyers — means residences are delivered fully finished to a standard that would otherwise require extensive post-closing customization. For buyers comparing 1428 Brickell to other pre-construction options in the $2 million to $20 million range along Brickell Avenue, this is a significant value consideration.

Frequently Asked Questions About 1428 Brickell

When will 1428 Brickell be completed?
The project is currently under construction and going vertical. The tower remains on schedule. For the most current delivery timeline, contact the sales gallery or reach out to a qualified Miami luxury real estate advisor.

What are the prices at 1428 Brickell?
Pricing for the remaining inventory is available by request through the sales gallery or through a qualified broker. Contact David Nguah at +1 (786) 200-3966 or info@miamisrealestate.com for current availability and pricing.

Can I rent my unit at 1428 Brickell?
Yes, but with strict limitations. Owners may lease their residence a maximum of two times per year, with each lease requiring a minimum six-month term. Short-term rentals (Airbnb-style) are not permitted.

Is 1428 Brickell a condo-hotel?
No. The Residences at 1428 Brickell is a purely residential building. There is no hotel, no public memberships, and no outside access to amenity spaces. All services and amenities are exclusively for residents and their guests.

Who designed the interiors at 1428 Brickell?
The interior design is by ACPV Architects, the Milan-based firm of Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel. Citterio is internationally recognized for his work with luxury brands including B&B Italia, Vitra, and Hermes, and for designing Bulgari hotels worldwide.

What makes 1428 Brickell sustainable?
The building features 500 photovoltaic-integrated windows along its west-facing facade — the world’s first luxury high-rise to integrate solar glazing directly into its architecture. The system generates up to 170 megawatts of clean energy annually.

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Final Thoughts

The Miami luxury condo market is not short on options, but it is short on projects where the developer’s commitment to quality extends beyond the sales gallery and into the actual construction process. The Residences at 1428 Brickell represents a rare convergence: a developer with a multi-billion-dollar stake in the neighborhood, a world-class Italian design team making their Miami debut, a construction process that tests every finish element at full scale before installation, and a residential philosophy that prioritizes privacy, craftsmanship, and long-term livability over short-term rental income.

For buyers seeking the highest standard of new construction in Brickell — with the confidence that what they see in the sales gallery is what they will receive at closing — 1428 Brickell Miami warrants serious consideration.

Stay tuned for construction updates and availability changes. For current pricing and private tours, contact David Nguah at +1 (786) 200-3966.