Collins Waterfront Architectural District, Historic district in Miami Beach, United States
The Collins Waterfront Architectural District is a protected historic area in Miami Beach with more than 100 buildings along Collins Avenue. The structures display Mediterranean Revival, Art Deco, and Miami Modern designs from different decades.
The district developed mainly between the 1940s and 1960s, when architects like Albert Anis and Roy France designed resort hotels in Miami Modern style. This period shaped the area's character.
The district displays multiple building styles from the mid-20th century that still shape its character today. The structures blend European and tropical design elements that reflect how people lived in Miami Beach.
The area is flat and easy to explore on foot, with bridges for both car and pedestrian traffic. Best time to explore is early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat.
Two contributing properties were listed on the National Register before the district itself: the Cadillac Hotel, designed by Roy France, and the Ocean Spray Hotel. The district also contains an automotive bridge and a separate pedestrian bridge, and Casa Faena is among the hotels inside its boundaries.
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