MIAMI—The construction boom continues in Miami as developerspress forward with residential hi-rises packaged co-branded thatfeature famous names. Indeed, the race is on to build units as moreMillennials trade in white picket fences for condos in the skyscattered around Downtown Miami.

Need examples? Some of the big names giving buildings moreappeal and distinction among buyers include Armani, Fendi, Thom Filicia, Yves Behar, and Porsche. And it's not just residences. A star architect fromthe past is getting recognition as One Flagler converts to officecondos.

Famed architect Morris Lapidus designed thebuilding in 1952. A true “starchitect,” Lapidus had an impressiveinternational portfolio and a reputation for attention-gettingdesign.

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