International property developer Okan Group, recently celebrated the foundation pour for their highly-anticipated development Okan Tower, set to be the area’s next major mixed-use megaplex. The 36-hour continuous pour began on Friday, March 29, and was orchestrated by general contractor Jacob Companies joint ventured with Okan Construction.
Set to be a new landmark on the Downtown Miami skyline and rising 902 feet in the air, Okan Tower will be one of Miami’s tallest towers when it debuts in 2027, and its unique architecture is poised to be a defining element for the city.
Designed by internationally renowned architecture firm Behar Font & Partners, the 70-story mixed-use project located 555 North Miami Avenue will feature 163 Sky Residences, 236 Short-Term Rental Residences powered by Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and a 316-key Hilton Miami Bayfront Hotel along with 64,000 square feet of ‘Class A’ office space.
During the pour, approximately 12,000 cubic yards of concrete was poured into the massive, excavated hole for the foundation measuring 234 feet x 140 feet and 14 feet deep and 2,300 tons (5,070,632 pounds) of high strength reinforcing steel was placed in the foundation by a crew of 300 workers across three shifts with the help of 1,200 concrete trucks.
"We are thrilled to have reached this pivotal milestone with the foundation pour for Okan Tower," says international property magnate and developer of Okan Tower, Bekir Okan, Chairman of Okan Group. “We look forward to delivering this magnificent landmark that will shape Downtown Miami’s skyline for years to come.”
Located in the epicenter of Miami’s urban core, Okan Tower is situated on a prime downtown site at the crossroads of culture, entertainment, art, fine dining, Miami's waterfront and most celebrated cultural and entertainment landmarks. Okan Tower will be a monument of the future as Downtown Miami has been reinvigorated by the allure of an ultimate live-work-play destination.
The project features a myriad of unique amenities including a ground floor arrival entrance with dedicated 24-hour reception and concierge, a 70th floor rooftop pool and sky deck with private cabanas featuring sweeping views of downtown and Biscayne Bay, and an additional 12th floor lap pool with clubroom and indoor and outdoor lounges. Buyers will also have access to a state-of-the-art health and fitness center with a yoga studio, Peloton® bikes and interactive fitness MIRROR®, as well as a dedicated wellness spa with sauna, steam and treatment rooms. A fully-equipped children’s sensory and play room, cutting-edge technology theater, and wine cellar and owner’s lounge are some of the other extraordinary features available that add to the range of the lifestyle amenities.
Exclusively marketed and sold by Fortune Development Sales, Okan Tower’s sales gallery is located at 542 North Miami Avenue. For more information, please call 305.600.1000 or visit www.okantowermiami.com.
Paving the way for a new landmark on the Downtown Miami skyline, a crew of 300 workers across three shifts with the help of 1,200 concrete trucks, will pour the foundation for Okan Tower, the highly-anticipated development set to be the area’s next major mixed-use megaplex. Rising 902 feet in the air, Okan Tower will be one of Miami’s tallest towers when it debuts in 2027, and its unique architecture is poised to be a defining element for the city.
On Friday, March 29 at 9:00 pm, general contractor Jacob Companies joint ventured with Okan Construction, will orchestrate the continuous pour staged over 36 hours at 555 North Miami Avenue.
"This marks a significant milestone for the Okan Tower team, and we are filled with pride and excitement as our vision for Miami's skyline transforms into a reality," says international property magnate and developer of Okan Tower, Bekir Okan, Chairman of Okan Group. “Okan Tower represents the vibrant and dynamic future that awaits Downtown and we look forward to this exciting next phase of the construction process as we go vertical.”
Located in the epicenter of Miami’s urban core, Okan Tower is situated on a prime downtown site at the crossroads of culture, entertainment, art, fine dining, Miami's waterfront and most celebrated cultural and entertainment landmarks. Okan Tower will be a monument of the future as Downtown Miami has been reinvigorated by the allure of an ultimate live-work-play destination.
The 70-story mixed-use project will feature 163 Sky Residences, 236 Short-Term Rental Residences powered by Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and a Hilton Miami Bayfront Hotel along with 64,000 square feet of ‘Class A’ office space.
Approximately 12,000 cubic yards of concrete weighing 20,226,600 pounds will be poured into the massive, excavated hole for the foundation measuring 234 feet x 140 feet and 14 feet deep. Additionally, subcontractor Moore Group will place 2,300 tons (5,070,632 pounds) of high strength reinforcing steel in the foundation with Cemex supplying the concrete from several ready-mix plants located in Miami.
Uniting a diverse collection of mixed-use elements in one vertical destination, Okan Tower was designed by internationally renowned architecture firm Behar Font & Partners who’ve given it a striking curvature façade inspired by the Turkish national flower, the tulip.
Okan Tower marks the first U.S. development for Okan Group, but is just the latest masterpiece in their extensive portfolio of renowned mixed-use projects that has earned the firm a global and deep-rooted reputation in the construction, banking, textile, production and tourism industries, among others.
Exclusively marketed and sold by Fortune Development Sales, Okan Tower’s sales gallery is located at 542 North Miami Avenue. For more information, please call 305.600.1000 or visit www.okantowermiami.com.
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Pour Trivia:
- A crew of 120 working in 3 shifts over 36 hours.
- 1,200 concrete trucks.
- Approximately 12,000 cubic yards of concrete weighing 20,226,600 pounds will be poured into the massive, excavated hole for the foundation measuring 234 feet x 140 feet and 14 feet deep.
- 1,200 trucks each carrying 10 cubic yards of concrete will make a total of 1,200 deliveries for a total of 12,000 cubic yards of concrete.
- Cemex will supply the concrete from several ready-mix plants located in Miami.
- The foundation is supported by 248 pilings 36 inches in diameter and 140 feet long.
- Steel sheet piling was utilized to brace the soil.
- 1 temporary well drilled for dewatering system and more than 3 dewatering pumps have been working 24/7 for almost 6 months.
- Moore Group will place 2,300 tons (5,070,632 pounds) of high strength reinforcing steel in the foundation.
- Moore Group and Cemex will place minimum averaging 400 cubic yard of concrete per hour.
- 6 concrete pumps located around the perimeter of the excavation to place the concrete.
- 160 drivers working in 4 shifts will be needed for the continuous pour which will run approximately 36 hours.
- Over 300 people will participate in the event.
Okan Tower, the largest Turkish investment in the United States, inspired by its native flower, the tulip, has blossomed…
Okan Tower, the new Downtown Miami megaplex, with residences anchored by a Hilton Hotel, broke ground on Friday, June 17 with all the fanfare of a major international milestone, attended by a who’s who of the business, political, civic, hospitality and real estate brokerage community.
Notable dignitaries in attendance included City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, Binali Yildrim, Former Prime Minister of Turkey, Murat Mercan, Turkish Ambassador to the United States, Turkish Consulate of Miami Feyza Barutcu Altug, Burc Ceylan, Former Turkish Consulate of Miami, Miami Police Chief Manuel Morales, Commissioner Ken Russell, and Fortune International CEO, Edgardo Defortuna.
Located at the crossroads of culture, entertainment, art, fine dining, Miami's waterfront and most celebrated cultural and entertainment institutions at 555 North Miami Avenue, Okan Tower marks the first U.S. development for Okan Group, but is just the latest masterpiece in their extensive portfolio of renowned mixed-use projects that has earned the firm a global and deep-rooted reputation in the construction, banking, textile, production and tourism industries, among others.
The mega complex features a 316-key Hilton Miami Bayfront Hotel with endless amenity and entertainment areas, 163 Sky Residences with exclusive owners-only amenities, 236 Short-Term Rental Residences powered by Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and 64,000 square feet of ‘Class A’ office space.
“We are enormously proud to celebrate this momentous achievement and commemorate the start of construction for Okan Tower,” said international property magnate and developer of Okan Tower, Bekir Okan, Chairman of Okan Group. “It’s an honor and privilege to be delivering our first major mixed-use project in Miami. Our vision for Okan Tower was to bring something truly unparalleled to the area and introduce a new paradigm for living in Downtown. We’re very grateful to all of the city officials who have supported the project and share in our vision for the future of Downtown Miami.”
Exclusively marketed and sold by Fortune Development Sales, the 70-story Okan Tower is set to be one of Miami’s tallest towers at 902 feet once complete in 2026.
The project features a myriad of unique amenities including a ground floor arrival entrance with dedicated 24-hour reception and concierge, a 70th floor rooftop pool and sky deck with private cabanas featuring sweeping views of downtown and Biscayne Bay, and an additional 12th floor lap pool with clubroom and indoor and outdoor lounges. Buyers will also have access to a state-of-the-art health and fitness center with a yoga studio, Peloton® bikes and interactive fitness MIRROR®, as well as a dedicated wellness spa with sauna, steam and treatment rooms. A fully-equipped children’s sensory and play room, cutting-edge technology theater, and wine cellar and owner’s lounge are some of the other extraordinary features available that add to the range of the lifestyle amenities.
“We’re thrilled to mark the official groundbreaking of Okan Tower and celebrate the tremendous momentum that has been generated since we took over sales last fall. The feedback from buyers worldwide has been phenomenal, and it is a testament to Okan Group, who envisioned a true beacon for Downtown Miami,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “From the endless array of amenities to superior finishes and designs, Okan Tower presents an opportunity for investment that simply cannot be missed.”
Uniting a diverse collection of mixed-use elements in one vertical destination, Okan Tower was designed by internationally renowned architecture firm Behar Font & Partners who’ve given it a striking curvature façade inspired by the Turkish national flower, the tulip.
Okan Tower’s sales gallery is located at 542 North Miami Avenue. For more information, please call 305.600.1000 or visit www.okantowermiami.com.
Okan Tower, downtown Miami’s latest mixed-use masterpiece set to be one of Miami’s tallest towers, announced today the unveiling of its exclusive Loft Penthouse Collection.
Rising 902 feet in the air, the 70-story project’s highly-anticipated Loft Penthouse Collection consists of 14 impressive residences soaring above downtown Miami at the building’s peak. Ten spectacular two-story units are featured on the 67th floor with expansive three-bedroom and one-bedroom layouts, and four single-story penthouse units are offered on the 69th floor with unparalleled views and every imaginable luxury within.
With 22-foot floor-to-ceiling windows in the two-story lofts and 10-foot-plus windows in the single-story units, all residents will enjoy incredible panoramic bay and city views with an abundance of natural light. Upscale Italian cabinetry is featured in the sophisticated kitchens and bathrooms along with top-of-the-line Sub-Zero® and Wolf® appliances throughout.
Starting at $2,000 per square foot, the collection of superior residences offers four dynamic floorplans ranging from 1,070 to 3,100 square feet of interior space along with private balconies boasting the ultimate indoor/outdoor lifestyle.
“We’re thrilled to introduce our premium Loft Penthouse Collection,” said international property magnate and developer of Okan Tower, Bekir Okan, Chairman of Okan Group. “This limited assemblage of our premier units was designed to appeal to those seeking the ultimate in elevated living in an urban walkable setting.”
Developed by Okan Group and exclusively marketed and sold by Fortune Development Sales, Okan Tower features a myriad of unique amenities including a ground floor arrival entrance with dedicated 24-hour reception and concierge, a 70th floor rooftop pool and sky deck with private cabanas featuring sweeping views of downtown and Biscayne Bay, and an additional 12th floor lap pool with clubroom and indoor and outdoor lounges. Loft Penthouse Collection buyers will also have access to a state-of-the-art health and fitness center with a yoga studio, Peloton® bikes and interactive fitness MIRROR®, as well as a dedicated wellness spa with sauna, steam and treatment rooms. A fully-equipped children’s sensory and play room, cutting-edge technology theater, and wine cellar and owner’s lounge are some of the other extraordinary features available that add to the range of the lifestyle amenities.
“The debut of these exceptional loft penthouses adds yet another dimension to the refined offerings at Okan Tower,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “Throughout the first quarter of 2022, we’ve experienced remarkable sales momentum and we’re confident these new unit offerings will move very quickly.”
Uniting a diverse collection of mixed-use elements in one vertical destination, Okan Tower was designed by Behar Font & Partners, and is set to break ground this June with completion scheduled for 2026.
Located in the epicenter of Miami’s urban core at 555 North Miami Avenue, Okan Tower is situated on a prime downtown site at the crossroads of culture, entertainment, art, fine dining, Miami's waterfront and most celebrated cultural and entertainment landmarks. Okan Tower will be a monument of the future as Downtown Miami has been reinvigorated by the allure of an ultimate live-work-play destination.
The project will present 163 Sky Residences – inclusive of the Loft Penthouse Collection -- with exclusive owners-only amenities, 236 Short-Term Rental Residences powered by Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and a Hilton Miami Bayfront Hotel with endless amenity and entertainment areas, all accessible by separate elevators for Sky Residence owners and Short-Term Rental Residence owners and hotel guests.
Okan Tower’s sales gallery is located at 542 North Miami Avenue. For more information, please call 305.600.1000.
