Florida Construction News staff writer

Ugo Colombo’s CMC Group has topped off construction of Vita at Grove Isle, a 65-unit -luxury condominium on the 20-acre private island of Grove Isle, just offshore of Miami’s Coconut Grove neighborhood. The seven-story waterfront development includes three interlinked buildings expected to be complete in late 2025. Significant upgrades were included in the project, including roadway enhancements, updated signage, and guardhouse improvements, as well as the completion of the ‘Vita at Grove Isle Club.

“Seeing Vita at Grove Isle take shape is a fulfillment of our vision for future residents and the future of Grove Isle itself,” said Ugo Colombo, founder of CMC Group. “This development will offer an exclusive private-island lifestyle, combining the unparalleled water views and unique location with the comfort and luxury of homes, all within the convenience of a condo.”Along with a pool, night-lit tennis, padel ball and pickleball courts, there will be a fitness center and spa, gourmet restaurant and bar open to the public.

In early 2024, CMC Group secured a $239 million construction loan from Bank OZK for the building.

Ugo Colombo has tapped global architecture and design firm CallisonRTKL, local architectural firm S & E Architects, and Italian designers Carlo and Paolo Colombo of A++ Architecture to create interior and amenity spaces.

Spanning 20-acres, Grove Isle is considered one of Miami’s most exclusive private islands, located in Coconut Grove, just minutes away from mainland Miami via the scenic Grove Isle Drive bridge.