Capponi Construction Group and Douglas Elliman in Boca Raton

Boca Raton, Florida - The Boca Raton Real estate market is making news. There is a renewed energy of real estate and construction in Florida’s Palm Beach County according to, Michael Capponi. He is the Chairman of Capponi Construction Group, LLC, Capponi has a real passion for developing and building economically successful, internationally renowned projects in South Florida. This makes the new collaboration with Douglas Elliman, Florida Brokerage in Boca Raton a natural expansion.

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Capponi Construction Group’s successful renovations of landmarks include The Forge Restaurant and Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach; new projects include multi-million dollar residential projects. CCG is currently building an 8,900-square-foot luxury estate home on Spanish Trail in Boca Raton. Capponi Construction Group now has headquarters in Miami Beach and Boca Raton, Florida.

The Capponi Construction Group and Douglas Elliman are excited with this business venture. Vanessa Grout, CEO of luxury real estate firm Douglas Elliman, Florida Brokerage, was alos at the grand openeing to mark a shared office at 444 E. Palmetto Park Road in Boca Raton, Florida.

Capponi Construction Group and Douglas Elliman Have a Grand Opening

Notables in attendance at the July 26th office ribbon-cutting and after-party at Racks Downtown Eatery & Tavern in Mizner Park (Boca Raton) included Mayor Susan Whelchel; Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie; Palm Beach County Commissioner Steven Abrams; restaurateur Dennis Max, founder of Max Restaurant Group; Jamie Telchin of LXR Development - One Thousand Ocean; Adolfo Cotilla of ACAI Associates; Beau Breckenridge, Senior Vice President US Trust; Reid Boren, Principal of K&B Equity Group; Richard and Robin Bernstein, CEO Of Richard Bernstein and Associates; Andres Fanjul, Associate, Sun Capital Partners.

Also attending were William Eubanks of William R. Eubanks Antiques and Interior Design; architect Reinaldo Borges; and Jim Pappas, CEO of Pappas Enterprises. Rita Johnson, founder of the non-profit Shuzz Foundation, a Boca Raton based charity that provides footwear for poverty-stricken children, accepted a donation from Capponi Construction Group and Douglas Elliman, Florida Brokerage, as part of the ceremonies.

Chairman Michael Capponi was joined by principals of Capponi Construction Group (CCG), including Kenneth J. Gross, President and CEO; Executive Vice President Robert Wrieden; and Todd Pennington, Director of Strategic Operations. Vanessa Grout, CEO of Douglas Elliman, Florida Brokerage was accompanied by company principals including Managing Broker Marisela Cotilla; Executive Vice President, Douglas Elliman Carlo Gambino; Pamela Gottfried and Senada Adzem.

Specialists in Luxury Florida Real Estate and Construction

The two firms, both specialists in luxury real estate and construction, chose Boca Raton as a strategic location for their expansions northward from Miami’s Dade County. Capponi Construction Group, a bondable licensed Florida general contractor, is just one of Michael Capponi’s multi-service, full lifestyle brands. His well-established group of companies encompasses construction, development, entertainment/hospitality, and philanthropy. His business presence in Boca Raton is expected to be an asset to the development and hospitality industries in Palm Beach County

Luxury Estates Homes, Condominiums and High-end Commercial Retail Projects

Capponi Construction Group’s principals are experienced leaders in the industry: Todd Pennington is a former Bovis Lend Lease Senior Vice President, Kenneth Gross is a former WCI Tower Division executive, and Robert Wrieden was the East Coast senior VP and director of construction for WCI Communities Inc. Since 2010, CCG has completed multiple building types, including new construction, renovations and the historic rehabilitation of private residences, estates, condominiums, high-end commercial projects, shopping centers and hotels. The company is committed to delivering the construction expertise valued by owners, architects and developers for their most ambitious residential and commercial projects.

Miami Real Estate News

Miami, Florida - We are pleased to inform Florida that the Midtown Project in Miami has sold 39 units in two weeks. The 2 Midtown property in Miami has sold 39 of its remaining 61 units in two weeks, according to Fortune International, which is marketing the condominium tower. The sales include a penthouse unit that sold for $1.5 million. Most buyers are paying all cash, although Fortune is offering a mix of financing options for some units at the project, which is just south of 36th Street in downtown Miami. The Fortune CEO Edgardo Defortuna has mentioned their Company's strategy for this Miami property to increase sales.

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The building’s assembly of spatial distinctions is married via the common areas -- its lobbies, pool, and fitness center. An internalized parking scheme removes cars from the street face, enhances pedestrian-friendliness, and integrates issues of access and security. As the flagship building in an entirely new downtown neighborhood, 2 Midtown is designed to mirror the urban plan of the “new city.” Zyscovich created a singular design whose parts convey different ways of living in terms of type, scale, and relationship to the street. A variety of types of residential and live/work units allows for professionals such as designers, artists, or architects to live in the same building as their offices or studios or to be within walking distance of them. more

Architects For Miami Real Estate Projects

Founded in 1977, Zyscovich Architects currently has over 90 employees hailing from more than 26 different countries. With a “concept to keys” approach, the firm offers an integrated practice of urban planning, architecture, and interior design. This collaboration of services enables us to provide a streamlined and cohesive solution that takes our client all the way from the inception of an idea, to the presentation of the keys to the front door.

Architect Bernard Zyscovich Pleases Miami Condo Buyers

President and Managing Partner Bernard Zyscovich, FAIA, has been probing the parameters of design innovation for more than 30 years. A dedicated preservationist and urbanist, he has served in numerous community leadership roles including Chairmanship of the Miami Design Preservation League, the organization responsible for the historic designation of the Miami Beach Art Deco District; Presidency of the Miami Chapter of the American Institute of Architects; and co-sponsorship of South Florida’s first Tropical Green Conference. Mr. Zyscovich’s writing on architecture and urban design has been published widely in numerous magazines. His book, Getting Real About Urbanism, was published by the Urban Land Institute in October of 2008. Mr. Zyscovich received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Pratt Institute in 1971.

Midtown Miami Residential Real Estate and Retail

Midtown Miami brings together a true urban feel. The Miami area has seen its demographics grow over the past two years as it offers fantastic living and investment opportunities. The area has become a lively neighborhood embracing contemporary-design condominiums, street-level stores, cafes, restaurants, furniture stores and art galleries. The neighborhood welcomes large retailers such as Target, West Elm and Loehman’s. Looking for Miami Real Estate and getting hungry? No problem as newly opened trendy-looking restaurants such as Mercadito and Sugarcane are ready for your appetite.

Miami Condominium Prices Jump Up

Miami condo prices have increased about 46% however sales are slow. Miami residential prices posted strong positive gains for the fourth month in a row in March, with the median condominium sales price rising 46 percent compared to the same period in 2011. According to a recent report from the Miami Association of Realtors, the median sales price also rose, increasing 13%.

Miami Real Estate News On Condos

Some Miami Real Estate specialists expect this trend to continue, as Miami increasingly attracts international buyers and investors. Also there are People shopping for, second homes and vacation homes. These buyers are U.S. residents and Foreign Investors, Along with the drastic price increase came a drop in transactions, however. Sales of existing single-family homes in Miami-Dade County dropped 12 percent in March, and sales of condos fell 10.1 percent in the same period.