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Apr 17, 2002 12:00 PM
| CommArts, Inc. 1112 Pearl Street Boulder, CO 80302 (t) 303-447-8202 (f) 303-440-7096 www.commarts-boulder.com |
Location: Miami, Florida
Size: 1.4 million sq. ft. Category: New Centers Firm: Beame Architectural Partnership Developer/Owner: Taubman Company; Michael Swerdlow Companies |
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 Dolphin Mall is composed of three distinct neighborhoods, each
telling a story of the unique character and identify of Miami. The
entertainment neighborhood is the Ramblas, inspired by the energy,
color and festive spirit which lives in the streets of Miami, the
undisputed capital of Latin America. The Moda is the fashion zone,
where the mood is cool, simple and elegant. The signature Miami
experience, that of the beach and the oceanfront, is reflected in the
third zone, the Playa. The unique qualities of each zone are carefully
highlighted and balanced in this project to mirror the culture of the
city.
The materials used in this project
reflect the moods and energy of the neighborhoods. Ramblas features
stained, dyed and integrally colored concrete to create an outdoor
street feel, while smooth and textured gypsum wallboard forms create
the building faades within the neighborhood. Custom carpet patterns and
stained concrete were used in Playa to create the look and feel of a
sand beach and boardwalk, as large fiberglass "towels" hover above
Playa storefront entries. Moda features translucent fabrics, mirrors
and white terrazzo flooring to reflect the high style of Miami.
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