Located just outside of South Florida’s most beloved metropolises, and tucked away from the city hustle and bustle, one can find the private luxury residential enclave of Southwest Ranches, a neighborhood that has quickly become the home for notable executives, athletes and celebrities.
With very little vacant land left for building new homes in South Florida, Southwest Ranches is one of the most exclusive residential gems offering unheard of acreage per home. It is in close proximity to an array of luxury experiences, and the surrounding communities boast a variety of fine dining, a premier yachting destination, nature escapes, designer stores, and popular entertainment venues. One of the biggest highlights is the Southwest Ranches Equestrian Park which provides a lushly-landscaped twenty acres dedicated to residences.
The boom in demand for private single family residences leaves buyers needing more quality product to choose from. As such, AKAI Estates, a 44-acre community of homes and villas, is now delivering premium homes, paired with two acres of land for each property. The community has recently received an enormous amount of interest and uptick in activity from New York and Northeast markets, inclusive of individuals making their way to the enjoy the sunny disposition of South Florida.
AKAI Estates comprises 16, two-acre estates, offering buyers safety, outdoor recreation, luxe amenities and plenty of space in one of South Florida’s top school districts. Buyers even have the ability to bring their favorite activities into their homes by adding on putting greens, tennis and pickle-ball courts and basketball courts. With its lush landscaping and stately palms, AKAI features a gated entry staffed with 24-hour security and several quiet, low-traffic roads for walking, biking, or jogging. Prices for AKAI Estates begin at $8M and range to over $14M.
The property is designed by internationally acclaimed Portuguese architect Vasco Vieira, who brings his Portuguese flair to Florida architecture and the homes of notable executives, celebrities, and athletes. AKAI Estates marks his first residential project in the United States. Residents have the freedom to choose from one of five estate designs created by the artistry of Vasco Vieira himself. A grand sense of space, seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, and a variety of different spaces for relaxing, entertaining, and more have all been thoughtfully woven into every home.
“As my first development in the United States, I wanted to create an exciting architectural experience that has never been seen or done before in South Florida,” said Vasco Vieira. “I approached my design concept by embracing each villa to the surrounding unique terrain, created a harmonious flow between the living spaces, exterior, interior, and utilizing the atriums which created constant greenery in each villa.
