As the pandemic has forced many of us to spend more time indoors, the importance of having a home that prioritizes health and wellness has become increasingly apparent. This trend has not gone unnoticed by the luxury real estate market, as many developers are now focusing on creating residential projects that cater to this demand. One such project is ALINA Residences, a luxury community in downtown Boca Raton, Florida, that integrates features and amenities aimed at promoting overall well-being.

In an interview with Noam Ziv, CEO of El-Ad National Properties, the developer for ALINA Residences, we discussed his vision for the project and how they balanced luxurious features with a focus on health and wellness. They shared how they incorporated elements of nature into the building’s architecture and amenities, such as the installation of botanical designs by Miami-based Plant the Future. The developers also talked about their approach to creating hydrothermal experiences and ensuring that they met the needs and expectations of residents.

Beyond the physical features of the project, the developers also highlighted their efforts to foster a sense of belonging and connection among residents. ALINA Residences offers on-site concierge services to match new residents with opportunities to network locally with various cultural organizations and community non-profits. They believe that by attracting residents who engage and support these groups, they can create a community that is not only healthy but also socially responsible.

The developers behind ALINA Residences understand that the success of the project goes beyond its initial launch. They have plans in place to ensure that the building’s unique character and focus on health and wellness are maintained over time, and they continue to receive positive feedback and recommendations from residents. With its prime location and commitment to providing a luxurious yet healthy lifestyle, ALINA Residences is an excellent example of the intersection of luxury living and wellness.

 

What inspired you to create a luxury residential project with a focus on health and wellness,
and what was your vision for the project?

Buyers are prioritizing lifestyle now more than ever, and health and wellness has become an
increasingly important aspect of that. Our goal was to create a community at ALINA Residences,
incorporating features and amenities buyers most desire. The outcome and feedback of our
phase one building, ALINA 200, has been incredible. ALINA 200 is completed and sold out.

Can you tell us about the design process and how you integrated elements of wellness into
the buildings architecture and amenities?

We partnered with Miami-based Plant the Future to install multiple botanical designs in key
locations throughout ALINA’s phase one building, named ALINA 200, to promote overall well-
being through a deep connection with nature and the arts. ALINA 200’s lobby features a 47’ W
by 11’ H preserved moss installation along with an additional preserved moss installation to
adorn the elevator lobby on the first floor. The amenity corridor features an intricate preserved
moss arrangement on the wall resembling a brick pattern made with moss and wood planks.

Plant the Future also installed a natural wood trough filled with short moss to
garnish the tabletops in the Club Room at ALINA. Additionally, ALINA 200 features “zen” water
gardens designed for relaxation, meditation and overall outdoor enjoyment.

How did you approach the challenge of balancing luxurious features with a focus on health
and wellness, and what was your thought process behind the inclusion of luxurious spas with
hydrothermal experiences?

We wanted to create residences that truly embraced indoor and outdoor living, so health and
wellness were always a priority for this project. After the COVID-19 pandemic, we expended the
health and wellness amenities even more. ALINA 220 will feature a two-story wellness retreat
designed with niche fitness experiences. The lower level offers a cardio and strength training
venue, a private Pilates studio, and a mind-body studio for yoga, meditation and barre.

The upper level offers a dedicated functional training and immersive cardio area for private or small-
group training. The Recovery Studio offers stretching, rolling, percussive, and compression
technology.

The two new spas in ALINA 210 and ALINA 220 complement the already completed spa at ALINA
200 by adding new, unique amenities that are a result of the feedback and requests by residents
in phase one. By creating spaces infused with health and wellness opportunities, the how, when,
and where of the spa rituals and fitness experiences becomes a big part of the overall lifestyle.

What research and planning went into creating the hydrothermal experiences, and how did
you ensure that they would meet the needs and expectations of residents?

Utilizing well-respected fitness and spa consultants with high-end hospitality experience who
are well-versed in best practices and industry standards. They work with some of the top resorts
in the country in creating well-crafted amenity spaces. They know what’s on trend, and what has
sticking power with luxury purchasers.

Can you share your vision for the community that will reside in the building, and what steps
are you taking to foster a sense of belonging and connection among residents?

We put a focus into attracting residents to engage and support cultural institutions and
community nonprofits. ALINA Residences is located in the heart of downtown Boca Raton, which
puts out residents in close proximity to various activities that support local cultural organizations
and community non-profits. We have hosted and sponsored numerous events to provide and
promote resident engagement with these groups.

ALINA also offers on-site concierge services to continue involvement with the local community by matching new residents with opportunities
to network locally with a variety of worthwhile organizations.

How did you choose the location for the building, and what was your criteria for selecting a
site that would support your vision for health and wellness?