Glass House Boca Raton Development Breaks Ground

Glass House Boca Raton
The first dig for construction at the Glass House Boca Raton to begin. From left, Neil Carson, Adam Gottbetter, Noam Ziv , Chris Long, Josh Zimmerman, Carlos Sardiña, Gina McDowell, Lashford Lowe
Courtesy of Glass House Boca Raton

A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Glass House Boca Raton, a new nine-story development, on Thursday, April 3.

The project stands out as the first modern glass building in downtown Boca Raton with only 28 meticulously designed residences.

“We are thrilled to officially break ground on Glass House Boca Raton,” Noam Ziv, the CEO and partner of the development firm. “This project represents a new chapter in luxury living. With its innovative design and exceptional amenities, Glass House will be a modern icon that reflects Boca Raton’s vibrant lifestyle while offering residents the very best in comfort and sophistication. We look forward to the project being completed in the second quarter of 2027 and welcoming residents to their new home in the heart of downtown Boca Raton, a hub of economic and cultural activity.”

Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is the exclusive sales and marketing team for Glass House Boca Raton. Pricing ranges from $2.6 million to more than $7 million.

Glass House Boca Raton, Downtown Boca, Palm Beach
The Glass House Boca Raton will be the first of its kind to use an unlimited amount of glass in its development following new regulations.Renderings by wearevisuals

Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Douglas Elliman Florida Region and president of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Florida, Caprice Weber, EVP and managing director of Douglas Elliman, Jorge Garcia, CEO of garciastromberg, Chris Long, president of Kaufman Lynn, and Bonnie Schwartz and Joanne Shaer of the Glass House Boca Raton sales team were all in attendance for the ceremony.

“Today marks an exciting milestone for Glass House Boca Raton, and we are honored to be part of this incredible project as the exclusive sales and marketing team,” said Parker. “The vision for Glass House will set a new standard for luxury living in Boca Raton. With its bespoke offering, prime location, cutting-edge design, and world-class amenities, we’re confident that Glass House will continue to attract discerning buyers looking for a sophisticated living experience. We are thrilled to bring this unique opportunity to market and to contribute to the continued growth of this vibrant community.”

Also attending were Boca Raton city officials Mayor Scott Singer, Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas, Council Member Yvette Drucker and Council Member Andy Thomson, as well as Jessica Del Vecchio, Economic Development manager for the City of Boca Raton, Troy McLellan, president of the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce and Sarah Pearson, vice president of the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce.

Council Member Yvette Drucker, Troy McLellan, Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas, Sarah PearsonCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton

The expansive two- to four-bedroom residences are expected to be completed by 2027.

Spanning 2,504 to 3,865 square feet, the residences at Glass House Boca Raton feature high ceilings, private terraces ranging from eight to 12 feet in depth, spa-inspired primary bathrooms with dual-sink vanities, and spacious walk-in closets. The smart home-ready residences are designed with European cabinetry, man-made stone countertops, backsplashes, islands, and a state-of-the-art appliance package.

The development’s 10th-level rooftop deck offers ocean, Intracoastal Waterway and golf course views and includes a premier private pool, Jacuzzi, private cabanas, an outdoor catering kitchen with a BBQ and a fire pit lounge.

Amenities on the first floor include a plunge pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center with outdoor turf lanes, a sauna and a steam room, and a residents-only Palmetto Lounge, offering demitasse and a tranquil space to meet privately.

Lobby, Glass House Boca Raton, Downtown Boca, Palm Beach
The lobby of Glass House Boca Raton offers a serene space, and its entry will have a full time doorman.Renderings by wearevisuals

Glass House Boca Raton, located less than one mile from the beach, also offers easy access to the iconic The Boca Raton (formerly Boca Raton Resort & Club), by golf cart and shuttle.

Glass House Boca Raton is offering a limited number of preferred membership opportunities to its owners at The Boca Raton, subject to availability.

In addition, Glass House offers owners a complimentary annual membership at emergency medical concierge, Sollis Health, subject to availability. Sollis Health provides owners with unlimited access to its medical centers in South Florida, New York, and California; along with 24/7 telemedicine visits, expedited specialist access, on-site advanced imaging and lab services, travel medicine, patient advocacy and routine lab work. It is the first and only emergency medical concierge service.

More photos from the groundbreaking ceremony are below.

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Adam Gottbetter and Noam ZivCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton
Adam Gottbetter, Howard Lorber, Noam Ziv, Jay Phillip ParkerCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton
Adam Gottbetter, Howard Lorber, Noam Ziv, Jay Phillip ParkerCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton
Adam Gottbetter, Howard Lorber, Noam Ziv, Jay Phillip ParkerCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton
Noam Ziv, Jessica Del Vecchio and Jorge GarciaCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton
Jay Phillip Parker, Joanne Shaer, Caprice Weber, Bonnie Schwartz, Brittney FilipCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton
Glass House Boca Raton
Jay Phillip Parker, Howard Lorber, Adam Gottbetter, Noam ZivCourtesy of Glass House Boca Raton