Mandarin Oriental Broke Ground on Brickell Key Towers
The two-tower luxury project on Brickell Key has already surpassed $1.7 billion in residential sales.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Hotels
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Mandarin Oriental and Swire Properties officially broke ground on a dual-tower hotel and residential development on Brickell Key. The project marks a significant expansion of the luxury brand's presence in Miami.
Why it matters
The development signals continued demand for hospitality-branded luxury residences in the 305. It also highlights the ongoing high-end transformation of Brickell Key as major developers move forward with large-scale projects.
Residential sales for the Brickell Key towers have already surpassed $1.7 billion. This joins a global pipeline of 20 new Mandarin Oriental residences planned for completion by 2031.
The players
Mandarin Oriental
The international luxury hospitality group developing the hotel and residential towers.
Swire Properties
The development firm partnering on the Brickell Key construction project.
KPF
The architecture firm responsible for the design of the two-tower development.
The details
The architecture firm KPF designed the two-tower complex, which aims to provide hotel-serviced living. Mandarin Oriental currently operates 16 such residences globally, and this Miami site serves as a milestone in the brand's return to the city. Swire Properties and the hotel group held a ceremonial shovel-in-ground event to mark the start of construction.
Timeline
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on October 6, 2026.
Mandarin Oriental plans to open 20 new residences globally by 2031.
Beyond the 305
This groundbreaking marks a return of the Mandarin Oriental brand to Miami, following the firm's history in the city. The project aligns with a global growth strategy that includes new openings in Mallorca, Vienna, Rome, and Cortina over the next year.
Residents living on or near Brickell Key should expect increased construction activity at the site following the October 6 groundbreaking. The project will eventually bring new luxury hospitality services and residential inventory to the area.
The takeaway
The Brickell Key skyline is set for a major change as this luxury development progresses. Watch for further construction milestones as the towers rise over the coming years.
Further reading
You can find more updates on the local hospitality landscape in our Hotels section.
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