Slated to debut in early 2027, the Hilton Miami Beach is set to unite five historic buildings dating back to the 1930s while preserving its architectural character. Following years of vacancy and a fire in 2012, the new Hilton Miami Beach at 2000 Park Ave. is restoring and will reconnect the buildin gs dating from 1938 to 1953 that span nearly an entire city block. The five buildings trace Miami Beach’s architectural evolution from Streamline Moderne to postwar MiMo design. Among them is the original Collins Park Hotel, designed by architect Henry Hohauser and completed in 1939. The building is distinguished by its curved glass entrance pavilion, chevron detailing, rounded corners and original “2000” address feature. During World War II, it served as military housing for the U.S. Army Air Forces Technical Training Command. The collection also includes the former Adams Hotel, designed by L. Murray Dixon in 1938, featuring a stepped tower, ribbon windows and a futuristic rooftop lantern; and the Tyler Hotel, designed by Albert Anis in 1940, with sculptural bas-relief panels, dramatic vertical elements and a distinctive dual-lobby configuration. Rounding out the collection are the former Copley Terrace Apartments, designed by Dixon in 1938; the SM Apartments, completed in 1948 and later known as Sunking II; and the Lord Charles and Gamshire buildings, designed by Anis in 1953 as an architectural pair. “Few hotels offer guests the opportunity to experience nearly 90 years of architectural history in one property,” said Bruce Siegel, vice president of operations and general manager of Hilton Miami Beach. Drawing inspiration from Miami Beach’s Art Deco and midcentury architecture, the hotel’s interiors will incorporate a palette of soft pinks and greens, polished metals, rounded forms and geometric patterns. Public spaces will reference the city’s historic cafes and diners through contemporary furnishings and sculptural details, while lush greenery and open-air gathering areas will reflect Miami Beach’s tropical setting. “We’ve preserved the architectural details that make these structures unique while introducing a new place to dine, connect and gather, whether traveling for business or leisure,” Mr. Siegel said. “From modern amenities, rooftop pools and communal spaces to the hotel’s connection to Miami Beach’s culture, Hilton Miami Beach will offer a stay that brings fresh energy to the neighborhood.” The post Hilton links five historic Miami Beach buildings appeared first on Miami Today. ...read more read less