Urbanica Developments

What Urbanica Developments does

Urbanica Developments is a privately held, vertically integrated real estate development firm founded in 2005 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, by Charlie Porchetto and Diego Colmenero. The firm specializes in hospitality-infused, mixed-use developments that blend residential, hotel, retail, and food and beverage components, targeting high-net-worth residential buyers, institutional real estate investors, and discerning hospitality travelers. Its methodology spans site identification, market analysis, financial structuring, entitlements, construction oversight, and long-term asset management, and is delivered through collaborations with internationally recognized architects (Arquitectonica, Kobi Karp) and Michelin-starred chefs (Mauro Colagreco, Fernando Trocca).

The active portfolio consists of two ground-up projects in Miami: 3200 Biscayne Boulevard, a 36-story mixed-use tower in Edgewater designed by Arquitectonica, and 6747 Collins Avenue, a 16-story waterfront development with 160 hotel units in North Beach, also by Arquitectonica and featuring F&B by Mauro Colagreco. The completed portfolio includes six boutique hotels across Miami Beach (Upsun Hotel & Social Club, The March Hotel, Meridian Hotel, Kaskades Hotel) and Buenos Aires (Urbanica The Suites, Libertador Hotel & Offices). The firm pursues LEED green building certification across the portfolio.

Urbanica generates revenue through three streams: one-time real estate unit sales to HNW buyers and institutional investors; recurring hotel room and hospitality revenue from its operated boutique hotels; and managed food and beverage operations, including chef-led restaurants. Distribution is conducted through direct enterprise field sales and a dedicated accredited-investor portal, with no public pricing disclosed and no intermediated brokerage channel evident.

Name

Urbanica Developments

Legal name

Urbanica Development

Website

https://urbanica.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Urbanica Developments is a privately held, vertically integrated real estate developer founded in 2005 that designs and operates hospitality-infused mixed-use projects for high-net-worth buyers, institutional investors, and boutique hotel guests across Miami and Buenos Aires.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Real Estate Development

NAICS

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552), Hotels & Motels (7011), Real Estate Dealers (For Their Own Account) (6532)

akta.pro primary industry

Retail & Mixed-Use Commercial Construction (IMAFACAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Urban Luxury Hotels (City Luxury) (THAGACAE)

Keywords

• Real estate development
• Mixed-use property development
• Boutique hotel development
• Hospitality real estate services
• Urban development projects

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Development Sales: Ground-up development of mixed-use properties featuring residential units and hotel accommodations sold to high-net-worth buyers and investors. Revenue generated from property sales at premium valuations in emerging Miami neighborhoods.
2. Hotel & Hospitality Operations: Operating boutique hotels including Upsun Hotel & Social Club, The March Hotel, Meridian Hotel, Kaskades Hotel, and Urbanica Suites Hotel. Revenue from hotel room bookings, food and beverage outlets including Michelin-starred chef-led restaurants, and hospitality services.
3. Food & Beverage Operations: Multiple F&B outlets within developments led by renowned chefs including Michelin-starred Mauro Colagreco at 6747 Collins Avenue and Fernando Trocca at Orilla Bar & Grill. Creates additional revenue streams while enhancing hospitality experience.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Urbanica Developments is a vertically integrated real estate development company that creates lifestyle-driven, hospitality-infused mixed-use developments and boutique hotels. The company identifies emerging neighborhoods and transforms them through design-driven projects that blend residential, retail, and hospitality components, collaborating with world-renowned architects and Michelin-starred chefs. The current portfolio includes two major mixed-use developments under construction in Miami (3200 Biscayne Boulevard and 6747 Collins Avenue) and six completed boutique hotels across Miami Beach and Buenos Aires.

Product overview

Urbanica Developments operates as a vertically integrated real estate development company specializing in lifestyle-driven developments that blend real estate and hospitality. The portfolio consists of two currently active developments under construction (3200 Biscayne Boulevard, a 36-story mixed-use tower in Edgewater, and 6747 Collins Avenue, a 16-story waterfront hotel in North Beach), along with six completed hospitality and mixed-use projects in Miami Beach and Buenos Aires (including Upsun Hotel & Social Club, The March Hotel, Meridian Hotel, Kaskades Hotel, Libertador Hotel & Offices, and Urbanica Suites Hotel). The company offers full-spectrum development services including site selection, financial structuring, construction oversight, and asset management. Projects are design-driven collaborations with renowned architects like Arquitectonica and Kobi Karp, with hospitality elements including wellness centers, pools, and chef-driven dining concepts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 3200 Biscayne Boulevard
• 6747 Collins Avenue
• Upsun Hotel & Social Club
• The March Hotel
• Meridian Hotel
• Kaskades Hotel
• Libertador Hotel & Offices
• Urbanica Suites Hotel
• Full-Spectrum Development Services

Quantifiable outcome

• $1.4B+ under development demonstrating scale and market confidence
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, notable and minor.

• ArquitectonicacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternationally renowned architectural firm partnered with Urbanica on multiple flagship projects including 3200 Biscayne Boulevard (36-story mixed-use tower) and 6747 Collins Avenue (16-story waterfront development). Their innovative design approach has helped create distinctive properties enhancing both Miami's skyline and exceptional functionality.
• Kobi KarpnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerCelebrated architect Kobi Karp designed The March Hotel, creating a striking geometric facade that maximizes light and shade. His site-specific architecture helped establish this boutique hotel as a landmark in Miami Beach's South of Fifth neighborhood.
• Mauro ColagrecocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld-renowned Michelin-starred chef bringing culinary expertise to Urbanica's 6474 Collins Avenue project through multiple food and beverage outlets. Recognized for innovative gastronomy with commitment to sustainability, elevating hospitality experience through distinctive dining destinations within the development.
• Fernando TroccanotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerMichelin-starred Chef Fernando Trocca leads Orilla Bar & Grill, the chef-driven modern steakhouse located within one of Urbanica's properties. His culinary excellence has established this restaurant as a destination enhancing the hospitality experience.
• Anda AndreinotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcclaimed interior designer Anda Andrei collaborating with Urbanica on design projects, bringing expertise in luxury hospitality interior design that aligns with Urbanica's vision for exceptional developments.
• Tristan du PlessisnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerAward-winning designer Tristan du Plessis collaborated with Urbanica on the 6474 Collins Avenue project, bringing expertise in luxury hospitality design. His distinctive aesthetic combines sophisticated modern elements with immersive guest experiences.
• Nichols ArchitectsnotableStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm providing design services for Urbanica projects, contributing to the design-driven development approach that distinguishes Urbanica properties.
• Shulman + AssociatesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitectural firm contributed expertise to meticulous restoration of a 1930s building for one of Urbanica's projects. Their approach to preserving historic structures while adapting for contemporary use helped create a property honoring its heritage.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Witkoff Group: Real estate development and investment firm active in Miami luxury residential and hotel projects. Comparable in pursuing design-forward mixed-use developments targeting premium buyers and hospitality operators.
• Related Group: One of Miami's largest luxury condominium and mixed-use developers, with a deep portfolio of branded residential towers in South Florida. Directly comparable in target market, product type, and sales motion to Urbanica's mixed-use and hospitality-led projects.
• Fortune International Group: Miami-based developer of luxury condominium, mixed-use, and hospitality projects, including the Jade Residences brand and related hotel ventures. Closely overlaps with Urbanica's luxury mixed-use development model in the same South Florida market.
• Turnberry Associates: Developer and operator of luxury hospitality, residential, and retail properties in Florida, including the Aventura Mall and associated hotel/residential towers. Comparable in mixing hospitality operations with branded residential development.
• Terra Group: Miami-focused developer of luxury residential, mixed-use, and master-planned communities. Comparable in scale, target buyer (high-net-worth), and focus on emerging or revitalizing Miami neighborhoods.
• CMC Group: Miami developer of luxury condominium, hotel, and mixed-use properties in Coconut Grove and Brickell. Comparable in pursuing design-led, hospitality-influenced luxury developments in Miami neighborhoods.
• Property Markets Group (PMG): Miami-based developer of luxury condominium and mixed-use projects, often partnering with celebrity brands. Comparable in product type, target market, and pipeline of mid- to high-rise luxury developments in South Florida.
• Royal Palm Companies: Florida-based real estate developer focused on luxury condominium and hospitality projects, often in partnership with global hotel brands. Comparable in product mix and target customer segment to Urbanica's hospitality-anchored developments.

Broad incumbents

• Swire Properties: Global developer of mixed-use and hospitality-led destinations including Brickell City Centre in Miami. Comparable in integrating retail, residential, hotel, and office components, though at significantly larger scale and as part of a broader international portfolio.

Emerging players

• Strategic Property Partners: Joint venture between Cascade Investment and TPG developing Water Street Tampa, a large mixed-use district. Comparable in design-driven, hospitality-influenced mixed-use development at scale, though operating in Tampa rather than Miami.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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