The Latest In Art, Fashion & Dining in The Miami Design District
- wgclients01
- Apr 5
- 8 min read
Explore Miami Living's exclusive guide highlighting the newest openings in the Miami Design District (MDD).
The district is experiencing a wave of new arrivals, ranging from internationally recognized luxury brands to up-and-coming boutique concepts. This influx of businesses is helping MDD solidify its status as a leading destination where fashion, culture, and gastronomy come together. The latest openings continue to enhance the area’s vibrant atmosphere, providing an exceptional blend of innovative retail, dining, and art experiences.
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Fendi
Fendi has reopened its expanded boutique, now spanning over 6,700 square feet across two levels, making it the brand’s second-largest U.S. store. Combining Roman heritage with Miami’s vibrant energy, the store features iconic arches, custom glass bricks inspired by ocean waves, and geometric marble flooring. The first floor highlights women’s collections, while the second floor showcases menswear, both accented by curated furnishings and design elements from Fendi Casa. A private VIC area and bespoke art pieces further elevate the shopping experience, blending timeless craftsmanship with contemporary luxury.
Location: 150 NE 40th St., Miami, FL 33137
FoundRae
FoundRae has unveiled its newest flagship boutique in The Moore Building. The boutique is a continuation of Founder and Creative Director Beth Hutchens’ vision, seamlessly integrating the brand’s distinctive aesthetic into Miami’s vibrant cultural landscape. Each FoundRae doorway features a signature emblem on the front entrance with a Crossed Arrows seal marking its “crossing of paths,” along with a shell motif unique to the Miami location. This shell motif not only adorns the boutique’s entrance but also graces exclusive jewelry pieces available only at the Miami flagship.
Location: 4012 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, Florida 33137
IGK Salon
IGK Salon, the renowned hair salon founded by celebrity stylists Franck and Leo Izquierdo, has opened its newest location in the neighborhood. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and expert stylists, IGK Salon offers everything from precision cuts to signature hair coloring treatments, including their iconic effortless beach waves. A hub for locals, models, and celebrities, the salon combines modern design, trendy playlists, and unmatched versatility to ensure every guest leaves looking and feeling their best.
Location: 56 NE 41st St., Miami, FL 33137
Jimmy Choo
Jimmy Choo has opened its third Miami boutique featuring a three-story white plaster façade, accented with travertine, giving it a striking first impression. Inside, the boutique’s design draws inspiration from Miami’s Art Deco roots, featuring green fluted tiles, white oak floors, and lush tropical plants native to South Florida. Custom furniture, including a statement sofa by Pierre Paulin, complements the space’s aesthetic, echoing the city’s culture and creativity. The boutique offers a wide range of women’s shoes, handbags, eyewear, fragrances, jewelry, and bridal pieces, as well as a Made-to-Order service, allowing customers to design their dream Jimmy Choo creations with personalized details.
Location: 165 NE 41st St., Miami, Florida 33137
John Hardy
John Hardy, the artisanal luxury jewelry brand under the Creative Direction of Reed Krakoff, recently opened the brand’s third US boutique and its first standalone store in Florida. Inspired by Balinese design, the opening coincides with the brand’s 50th anniversary and will house collections designed by Reed Krakoff that celebrate the heritage of the brand. To mark the milestone, John Hardy introduces Spear 50, a cuff style that fuses the most iconic John Hardy design elements of the past 50 years. The Spear 50 is designed across a range of precious metals for men and women. The Miami store will also house top selling designs across John Hardy’s signature collections.
Location: 140 NE 39th St., Suite 124, Miami, Florida 33137
Kirna Zabête
Kirna Zabête, the renowned fashion retailer founded by visionary Beth Buccini, brings its celebrated curation of luxury fashion with its 7th boutique. Coinciding with the brand's 25th anniversary, the 3,000-square-foot store spans two levels, blending modern elegance with timeless touches by renowned designer SR Gambrel. Featuring pink marble floors, antique brass fixtures, and red lacquer chandeliers that mirror those found in its other iconic locations, the store reflects Buccini’s passion for creating spaces that inspire and delight. Offering a curated selection of the world’s most coveted designers, with an intimate accessory room and elegant fitting rooms, Kirna Zabête promises an unparalleled shopping experience that is both personal and luxurious.
Location: 106 NE 40th St., Miami, Florida 33137
Manolo Blahnik - OPENING SOON
Manolo Blahnik is opening soon with its first boutique in South Florida. Designed by Nick Leith-Smith Architecture + Design, the space will feature a geometric façade with a circular motif that carries through to the interior’s bespoke rugs and wallpaper. Inspired by Art Deco pioneer Josef Hoffmann, the design will showcase ornamental detailing and bold monochromatic designs, brought to life through rich materials and a black-and-white color scheme. Launching with the Spring 2025 collection, it will embody Manolo’s signature balance of heritage and innovation, melding inspirations from artists and artwork of all mediums. The boutique will debut 13 exclusive shoes in six silhouettes, including reimagined versions of the iconic MAYSALE and CHAOS.
Location: 140 NE 39th St., Suite 111, Miami, Florida 33137
Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent has unveiled its newly renovated boutique, offering the latest collection of ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes, and accessories by Creative Director Anthony Vaccarello. The revamped space reflects Vaccarello’s vision, blending rough concrete with smooth marble to create a striking new standard for luxury shopping. Adorned with vintage furniture, the boutique exudes a sophisticated, home-like atmosphere, offering an elevated and intimate shopping experience.
Location: 149 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137
Valentino
Valentino has unveiled its newly renovated boutique, spanning over 415 square meters across two floors. The façade is adorned with ceramic tiles, while the interior features a blend of Botticino and Marquina marbles, black accents, and touches of green onyx forming iconic geometric motifs. Drawing inspiration from Roman architecture, the boutique incorporates signature elements such as checkered patterns, metaphysical geometries in the green carpets, and ivory-toned furniture. The redesigned space showcases women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, accessories, eyewear, and fragrances.
Location: 140 NE 39th St., Suite 104 - 106, Miami, FL 33137
FOOD & BEVERAGE
BIGFACE
BIGFACE, the new coffee venture by Jimmy Butler, features a La Marzocco espresso bar, a grab-and-go BIGFACE ReadyBev station, and a curated collection of premium apparel and gear. With its modern lounge seating and distinctive design, BIGFACE offers a refined setting for coffee enthusiasts to experience the art and culture of specialty coffee.
Location: 40 NE 40th St., Miami, Florida 33137
Maman
Maman has opened its first {petite} Maman café located in the heart of Palm Court. This smaller-scale café concept seamlessly blends the charm of Maman’s beloved cafés with the convenience of grab-and-go service, allowing guests to enjoy a taste of the Maman experience amidst their busy lifestyles. The {petite} Maman offers a curated selection from the classic Maman menu, featuring an exclusive pressée sandwich menu alongside all the favorite pastries and beverages. Guests can also indulge in a full assortment of espresso drinks, creating the perfect stop for a quick yet delightful experience. With its inviting atmosphere and delicious offerings, this pop-up café captures the warmth and essence of Maman, providing a welcoming retreat for those on the go.
Location: 140 NE 39th St., Suite 136, Miami, Florida 33137
Nami Nori
Known for its innovative Temaki, an open-style Japanese handroll, this celebrated NYC concept has partnered with Grammy Award-winning artist Pharrell Williams to bring their unique vision to Miami. Nami Nori is all about serving high-quality sushi that beautifully balances creativity and tradition, offering a one-of-a-kind experience for every sushi lover. Inspired by modern beach houses and traditional Japanese residences, the space features a bright, airy dining room and patio, with neutral shades of sandy brown, cream, and dusty rose.
Location: 156 NE 41st St., Miami, Florida 33137
ART
Alteronce Gumby Living the Dream, 2024
Unveiling his largest work to date and first outdoor public mural, New York-based artist Alteronce Gumby debuts Living the Dream - a new and permanent public art installation. Situated in Jade Alley, the site-specific mural transforms the space with a dynamic fusion of stained glass, gemstones, fossils, and mosaic tiles. Inspired by the bold colors of Fauvism, Gumby’s mural incorporates materials like jade, turquoise, red jasper, and fossilized shark teeth.
Location: 176 NE 41st St., Miami, Florida 33137
2024 Miami Design District Design Commission: Pearl Jam by Nicole Nomsa Moyo
The Miami Design District, in collaboration with Design Miami Curatorial Lab, presents Nicole Nomsa Moyo as the recipient of the 2024 Annual Design Commission, now in its 10th edition. On view until Spring 2025, this year’s installation, titled Pearl Jam is a contemporary tribute to Ndebele traditions, drawing on intricate patterns and bold colors to create a universal dialogue of creativity and identity. The installation features several interactive life size experiences, including giant pearls and jewelry-themed sculptures. Over 1,000 handcrafted 'earrings' made by indigenous Ndebele women hang from the neighborhood’s trees.
Location: Paradise Plaza and Paseo Ponti
Bony Ramirez: Musa Coccinea, 2024
Bony Ramirez debuts his first public art project, Musa Coccinea, a large-scale mural on the second floor of Palm Court. Named after the Scarlet Banana plant, the mural features a tall, graceful figure inspired by classic portraiture, surrounded by palm leaves and plantain trees, embodying Caribbean beauty and power. Part of a series of three Musa paintings, the work reflects Bony’s dedication to celebrating the Caribbean and its roots. A Dominican-born artist, Bony paints surreal images of contemporary Caribbean life and reimagines colonial histories, engaging with Western European painting traditions to explore the colonial influence still present in the region.
Location: 140 NE 39th St., Second Floor, Miami, Florida 33137
Laurie Simmons and Peter Wheelwright's "The Kaleidoscope (...Bigger) House"
DMINTI, in collaboration with the Institute of Contemporary Art, presents Laurie Simmons and Peter Wheelwright's "The Kaleidoscope (...Bigger) House", an immersive public art installation on view until March 31, 2025. Simmons and Wheelwright bring their iconic Kaleidoscope House back to life in a fresh, innovative form—this time as a participatory sculptural experience. The reimagined Kaleidoscope House is an interactive space that invites the public to engage directly with Simmons' photographic visionary world. Featuring cutting-edge technological enhancements, including AI-driven features and interactive photographic triggers, visitors can step inside the installation and leave with a unique digital memento.
Location: 3930 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, Florida 33137
Jill Mulleady: Pesca a la Encandilada, 2024
Uruguay-born, Paris-based artist Jill Mulleady collaborated with ICA Miami and the Miami Design District to create a large-scale billboard visible on the highly transited I-95 highway. The work reproduces her 2024 painting Pesca a la Encandilada (Dazzled Fishing) as seen in an exhibition at Sant’Andrea de Scaphis -- a Roman church that served as a place of worship for the folks whose labor at the port supplied fish and goods to the community. The tenebrosity of the painting’s multicolor skies, refracted on the choppy ocean’s surface, contrasts with the bright flame deployed by the fisherman to lure fish into his net. The scene recalls Mulleady’s fishing activities in her native Uruguay, and instills the rundown temple with scenes of dynamism and secular life.
Location: 3704 NE 2nd Ave., South Facade, Miami, Florida 33137
Mario Ayala: Mucho Mucho Amor (bumper sticker), 2024
Los Angeles-based artist Mario Ayala creates hyperrealistic paintings that mimic cars, food trucks, towing signs and bumper stickers, to irreverently pair non-artistic formats with highly skilled painterly technique. For this public art project, he enlarged a painting featuring a portrait of the deceased Puerto Rican astrologer and TV sensation Walter Mercado. Depicted in a radiant aura from a realm beyond, Mercado evokes a sense of calm amidst a chaotic traffic jam – a fitting anticipation of Miami’s annual Art Week congestion.
Location: NE 2nd Ave. and 40th St., Miami, Florida 33137