Completion is nearing on the Aston Martin Residences in Miami, Aston Martin’s first foray into the world of premium real estate. Following repeated delays, delivery is now set for 2023, and as it turns out, the crown jewel of residential spaces is still available.
That would be the three-story penthouse at the top of the building, occupying floors 63 through 65. It is, for now, the only Aston Martin triplex penthouse in the world, and it was recently detailed to the public by means of a companion book. When Aston Martin does real estate, it aims to elevate it to the level of high art, even with a touch of pretentiousness, so a companion book seems like the perfect introduction for an apartment priced at $59 million.
The penthouse is called Unique, as is the book in question. The book is actually an 80-page compendium of artworks from international artists, trying to tell the story of the Unique triplex penthouse through sculptures, paintings, poetry and music. Music, indeed, because the book is accompanied by an original score recorded by a ten-piece orchestra, accessible by scanning the QR code on the book. The Unique penthouse is so special that it has its own book and its own soundtrack.
“Art is intrinsically linked with the Aston Martin Residences,” German Coto, CEO of G7G Business Developments says. “The art book we’ve created contains exclusive images. It’s a permanent record inspired by the Unique penthouse, and we expect it to be an object of desire for those who appreciate the unrepeatable.”
Photo: Aston Martin Residences
Only 150 copies of the book will be made, with the future owner of the penthouse getting a custom version of it. It will come with the last six pages left intentionally blank, but they will be handwritten by a calligrapher for the owner, before they’re presented with it. This copy will come with its own lectern, designed by Aston Martin, with which it forms “a unique sculptural piece.”
The rest of the world can peruse a virtual copy of the book online and, at the same time, get an appreciation of the penthouse itself. The availability of the book marks the first time that Aston Martin is showing glimpses into the nearly-finished triplex penthouse. We already knew it would come with one of the 24 Aston Martin Vulcans ever produced, but now we get a chance to see parts of the place as well.
And what a place it is. Measuring a little under 20,000 square feet (1,858 square meters) and an additional 7,323 square feet (680 square meters) of private outdoor space, the penthouse is the stuff of real estate dreams. There are seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms in total, divided between the main area and a guest suite that takes up the entire third level. Amenities include two kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances, formal and informal dining rooms, a fully-equipped gym, a spa with a steam and sauna room, a private pool, and staff quarters.
Furnishings and finishes are high-end: think all-marble floors and the finest Italian leathers, precious woods and rare stones, but also curated art and bespoke features, like the grand glass staircase in the triple-height foyer, whose handrail is inspired by the Aston Martin logo. Last time we covered the Aston Martin Residences, the developer was saying that certain finishes in the penthouse will be made only after the place secures a buyer, and they will have private consultations with Aston Martin’s Chief Creative Officer Marek Reichman. After all, when you pay $59 million for a home in Miami, you will want to put your personal touch to it.
Photo: Aston Martin Residences
The penthouse comes with a full-time butler, access to all the amenities inside the Residences (art galleries, sports and recreation areas, library, restaurants, rooftop helipad, superyacht marina), and unparalleled surrounding views. But the biggest “get” for car enthusiasts has to be the Vulcan offered as part of the deal, since only 24 of them were made.
Aston Martin says that this is the “last remaining”Vulcan, personally specified by the same Reichman. It comes in white, with carbon ceramic brakes, and is valued at $3.2 million. The 7.0-liter naturally-aspirated V12 engine develops 820 hp and 575 lb-ft (780 Nm) of torque, and is mated to a 6-speed sequential transmission. The Vulcan is not street legal and, unlike with the Bentley towers, the lucky (and rich) owner will not get a private elevator to take it all the way up to the penthouse. Bummer, it would have made a gorgeous centerpiece.
Since the Vulcan is only track-legal, the owner will get access to a private track club and driving lessons, and whatever assistance they might need with it. They won’t be able to display it as a showpiece in their living room, but it’s the next best thing. An Aston Martin Club membership is included for every residence in the 66-story building.
Elena has been writing for a living since 2006 and, as a journalist, she has put her double major in English and Spanish to good use. She covers automotive and mobility topics like cars and bicycles, and she always knows the shows worth watching on Netflix and friends. Full profile
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