Dacra develops commercial, residential, and mixed-use neighborhoods in Miami and Miami Beach, combining preservation, architecture, urban planning, culture, commerce, design, and technology. Its communities serve residents, retailers, visitors, cultural institutions, and luxury brands through collaborative development, management, services, and place-making.
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AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Museum GarageMiami Design District, Miami | 9.0/ 10 | —/ 10 | 9.0/ 10 |
The Google Reviews/Maps aggregate of 4.6/5 from 287 reviews sets the level and converts to 8.8/10 under the specified curve. The written feedback is strongly positive about the building’s design and visitor experience, with no recurring serious or moderate failures; the reported praise supports a modest upward adjustment. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews consistently describe Museum Garage as an architectural destination as well as a parking facility: one calls it “the coolest parking garage I’ve ever seen,” while another says it is “clean, cool, different.” Operational feedback is mostly favorable—reviewers mention “Easy in and out” and ticketless payment—but one recent review says the barrier-camera process was confusing until the driver understood how far to pull forward. | ||
| Jade AlleyMiami Design District, Miami | 8.9/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.0/ 10 |
The available building-specific review material is uniformly positive, but the largest identified review base is only seven and therefore cannot be used as an anchor under the stated rules. Four individually read reviews were positive, which maps to the upper prose-only range, then is pulled toward 6.5 because the sample is small; the resulting overall and living score is 7.0. No published structural rating or defect evidence supports a structure score. | |||
Published project documentation describes cast-in-place, board-formed concrete arches, rebuilt pavement and sidewalk transitions meeting accessibility standards, and lush plantings that provide shade. No resident or visitor review reported leaks, failures, lift problems, HVAC issues or other physical-system defects; this is an amenity/public-space assessment rather than evidence of tested building performance. | The reviews consistently describe Jade Alley as attractive and enjoyable: “Really beautiful alleyway,” “Great design and architecture,” and “a really beautiful experience.” Project documentation also describes shops, restaurants, murals, art installations and free activities, while no reviewed source reported management, security, cleanliness or staff complaints. | ||
| Paradise Plaza at Miami Design DistrictMiami Design District, Miami17 units | 8.9/ 10 | —/ 10 | 8.9/ 10 |
The 4.6/5 aggregate from 90 guest reviews sets the level and converts to approximately 8.9/10 on the stated curve. The published comments are strongly positive about the venue, garden and staff, with only a minor parking complaint and no recurring serious or moderate failure to adjust the anchor. | |||
Published material describes modern architecture, floor-to-ceiling windows, direct elevator access, built-in bathrooms, loading-dock and kitchen capabilities, and an outdoor garden oasis. Reviewers praised the venue as “a beautiful blank canvas” and said the space transforms effortlessly; no reviewer-reported structural, plumbing, HVAC, electrical or waterproofing failure was located. | Guest reviews describe staff as “helpful, responsive, and accommodating,” and another calls them “friendly and helpful”; the venue and garden are repeatedly praised. The main operational complaint was parking: one reviewer wrote, “Parking was a pain. First garage was full so had to go further down,” while the venue information notes that parking is available but can be challenging when busy. |
Dacra and L Catterton Real Estate established Miami Design District Associates as a partnership to develop the Miami Design District.
Dacra lists Brookfield Corporation as a business and development partner.
GGP purchased an interest in Miami Design District Associates in September 2014.
Dacra announced a collaboration with Tesla Energy and Brookfield Asset Management to create a Tesla Solar neighborhood in Austin, Texas.
Dacra lists LVMH as a commercial partner.
Today, the Miami Design District is owned by Miami Design District Associates, which was established in 2010 as a partnership between Dacra and L Catterton Real Estate
Today, the Miami Design District is owned by Miami Design District Associates, which was established in 2010 as a partnership between Dacra and L Catterton Real Estate
Today, the Miami Design District is owned by Miami Design District Associates, which was established in 2010 as a partnership between Dacra and L Catterton Real Estate, a global real estate development and investment fund, specializing in creating luxury shopping destinations.
- Brookfield Corporation
## Business and Development Partners
Dacra partners with a wide-ranging group of businesses and organizations to advance the economic growth and development of its neighborhoods
In September 2014, General Growth Properties (GGP) purchased an interest in Miami Design District Associates.
In September 2014, General Growth Properties (GGP) purchased an interest in Miami Design District Associates.
In September 2014, General Growth Properties (GGP) purchased an interest in Miami Design District Associates.
In 2021 the company announced a collaboration with Brookfield Asset Management and Tesla Energy
In 2021 the company announced a collaboration with Brookfield Asset Management and Tesla Energy
In 2021 the company announced a collaboration with Brookfield Asset Management and Tesla Energy to create the first Tesla Solar neighborhood and the United States’ most sustainable residential community in Austin, Texas provisionally named SunHouse at Easton Park.
- LVMH
## Commercial Partners
- LVMH
| COMPANY NUMBER | P10000088914 Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations · US · ACTIVE |
| United States | active 4 projects tracked |
| Retail | 3 of 4 |
| Other | 2 of 4 |
That’s still true for me today.Dezeen November 28, 2014https://www.dezeen.com/2014/11/28/interview-craig-robins-design-miami-south-beach/
Bachelor of Arts
University of Michigan
University of Miami School of Law
University of Barcelona
Craig Robins — Chief Executive Officer & President
https://linkedin.com/in/craig-robins-aa015769
Chairman, American Friends of Fondation Beyeler
Board of Trustees, Pérez Art Museum Miami
Board member, Basic.Space
University of Miami School of Architecture advisory board
Board, Sylvester Cancer Center at UM Health
From Chris I learned to produce creativity because he approached real estate like a guy who made records with artists and ended up with a great creative product. That’s still true for me today.
Chief Executive Officer & President
founded Dacra in 1987
Founder and current CEO/president of Dacra, Robins focuses on creative communities integrating art, design and architecture. His track record includes South Beach, Lincoln Road, AQUA and the Miami Design District, alongside co-founding Design Miami/.
Founder
CEO & President
real estate developer
Design Miami co-founder
Miami Design District
art and design
Chief Executive Officer & President
We have always been a patient developer in terms of acquiring property and developing over a period of time.FIU College of Business August 3, 2023https://business.fiu.edu/news/2023/dacra-vision-and-patience-turned-miami-design-district-into-a-luxury-juggernaut.html
Bachelor's degree in Urban Affairs
George Washington University
MBA
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania
Steven Gretenstein — Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
https://linkedin.com/in/steven-gretenstein-487a457
Executive Committee, Greater Miami Jewish Federation
Past Chair, Jewish Community Services of South Florida
“We have always been a patient developer in terms of acquiring property and developing over a period of time,” said Gretenstein.
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
joined Dacra as CFO in 1994; assumed COO responsibilities in 2000
Gretenstein is Dacra’s EVP and CFO and, with the CEO, manages the family of entities, including corporate management, operations, financing and initiative roll-outs. He brings more than three decades at Dacra and has led finance work associated with the company’s development platform.
EVP
CFO
COO responsibilities
32+ years at Dacra
real estate finance
Wharton MBA
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Boston University, Questrom School of Business
Alex Schapiro — Chief Operating Officer
https://linkedin.com/in/alexschapiro
Miami Design District
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Operating Officer since January 2022
Schapiro operates across acquisitions, financing, governmental initiatives, development projects and portfolio assets. He oversees the Miami Design District’s ongoing development and operations; he began on the project as an analyst in 2011 and progressed through finance, development and operating roles.
COO
Miami Design District
acquisitions
financing
real estate development
Boston University
Chief Operating Officer
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
McMaster University
David Holtzman — Chief Development Officer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-holtzman-89b75023
Chair, Architectural Review Committee, Morningside Historic District
Committee member, Miami Parking Authority Design District Parking Trust Fund
Vice President and qualifier, Mobius Construction
Lennar Land Partners
Lennar Homes
Chief Development Officer
Chief Development Officer since January 2022
Holtzman leads company-wide development and construction and has more than 20 years of large-scale development experience. Before Dacra he managed land and homebuilding development for Lennar; at Dacra he has helped deliver Lincoln Road, AQUA and the Miami Design District.
Chief Development Officer
20+ years real estate
ex-Lennar
construction
Miami Design District
Florida Certified General Contractor
Chief Development Officer
B.B.A. in Finance
Florida International University
M.S. in Accounting
University of Miami
Christian Ramirez — Chief Accounting Officer
https://linkedin.com/in/christianramirezaccountant
Tricera Capital
The Related Group
The Allen Morris Company
Chief Accounting Officer
joined Dacra in 2023 as Senior Controller; assumed CAO responsibilities in 2024
Ramirez oversees financial reporting, compliance, risk management, accounting, tax, audit, treasury, corporate finance and investor relations. Previously CFO of Tricera Capital, he managed a 30-plus-asset, 2.5-million-square-foot portfolio with more than $700 million AUM; earlier he held senior accounting roles at The Related Group and The Allen Morris Company.
CAO
ex-Tricera Capital CFO
finance
30+ assets
>$700M AUM
MS Accounting
Chief Accounting Officer
Anna Williams — Chief Marketing Officer
https://linkedin.com/in/anna-williams-0721
Previously served on ICA Next Committee
Previously served on Locust Project Committee
Previously served on Committee for Arts & Business Council
Former Executive Board, Design Miami/
Cisneros Television Group
Island Trading Inc.
Design Miami/
Chief Marketing Officer
joined Dacra in 2005
Williams leads Dacra’s brand strategy and corporate communications in the U.S. and abroad. She previously served as VP of Design Miami/ through 2020 and helped build its international growth; before Dacra she held marketing and communications roles at Cisneros Television Group and Island Trading.
CMO
joined 2005
brand strategy
Design Miami/
corporate communications
international growth
Chief Marketing Officer
0 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Garage | Miami, United States Miami Design District | retail, other | — | seven-story | — | — | — | 2018 | April 24 | Jan 2018 – Apr 2018 | Apr 2018 | +1.5 mo (0.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
| Jade Alley | Miami, United States Miami Design District | other | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 | — | not scorable | completed |
| Paradise Plaza at Miami Design District | Miami, United States Miami Design District | retail | 171 | — | — | — | — | 2017 | late November | Jan 2017 – Apr 2017 | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 | +16.0 mo (+9.0 to +23.0) | sourced | completed |
| Sweetbird South | Miami, United States Miami Design District | retail | — | two-story | 31,178 sq ft | — | — | 2014 | 27 October 2014 | Jan 2016 – Dec 2016 | Oct 2017 | +15.5 mo (+10.0 to +21.0) | sourced | completed |
| Coverage | active |
| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
| Last checked | October 14, 2026 this month |
| Profile last researched | October 14, 2026 |
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