The building debuted a new green design created by David Hovey Jr., Optima’s president and head architect. The architectural firm has already earned a reputation for its unique buildings that marry design with innovation and sustainability.
Both the rooftop and ground level feature luxury amenities. The 12th floor Sky Deck includes a cutting edge design that utilizes railings just beyond the skyline to create a negative-edge view, giving residents the sensation of floating above the city. The top floor Sky Deck also contains the state’s first rooftop running track, a heated lap pool, various seating areas and a spa complete with cold plunge pools, a steam room, a sauna and hydrotherapy capabilities. There is also an outdoor theater, indoor screening area, a fire pit area and an indoor/outdoor fitness studio. On the ground floor, residents enjoy an additional gym and spa, a covered dog park and dog wash, a game room, a catering room and more.
Sustainable elements include perforated panels on the facade along with sun-screening louvers to create textured shadows. During construction, builders used post-tension concrete and aluminum. A variety of energy-efficient and carbon-reducing design aspects, combined with water-conserving plumbing fixtures, give the building added eco-friendly elements. The building’s most impressive sustainable feature has to be the innovative vertical landscape system; built-in self-containing irrigation and drainage allow for vibrant, colorful plants that start at the edge of each floor and grow up and over the building.
The Phoenix condo market is among the most active in the country, prompting Polaris Pacific to call the city “the most resilient in the wake of COVID-19.” Sales activity at 7180 Optima Kierland in Phoenix illustrates the strong for-sale condo demand through the pandemic. The project averages 4.5 sales per month and is now 85% sold, making it one of the best selling condo projects on the West Coast.
Leading multifamily developer Optima announced today that the latest tower within its $500 million Optima Kierland development, 7180 Optima Kierland, has sold all 205 luxury condominiums.
Since sales for the tower began in January 2019, the community has been selling at a rate of 6.7 homes per month, almost identical to the absorption rate of Optima’s previous condominium development next door, 7120 Optima Kierland. Both Optima communities, totaling 425 residences, sold five times faster than other new condominium communities in the Phoenix-metro market.
“We are pleased with the response we’ve received at 7180 Optima Kierland from homebuyers both locally and across the country and we look forward to developing our next residential community in the Valley,” said David Hovey Jr., president, COO and principal architect of Optima.
Over the past two years, the Phoenix-metro market has been one of the highest performing and most resilient housing markets in the country, according to a recent report from Polaris Pacific, a prominent sales and marketing brokerage that tracks condominium market trends and represented Optima in the sale of Optima Kierland residences.
The 10-story tower is comprised of 216 residences including studio, one-, two-, three-bedroom and penthouse apartments, along with the development’s first Olympic-length pool and 24-hour concierge. The amenity-rich building has already been met with high demand, achieving 30% leased even before residents moved in.
“We are excited about opening the final building for Optima Kierland. We appreciate all of the support from the neighborhood, Councilman Jim Waring, the Phoenix City Council, the Planning Commission, and the City’s Planning and Building departments. We hope the community is proud of our project and what it brings to the local economy,” said David Hovey Jr., AIA, Optima’s president and COO. “The location will always be highly coveted, but what sets our developments apart has been our dedication to unique architecture, high-quality construction and providing the next evolution of amenities.”
As a further expansion to its already impressive lineup of unique amenity offerings, the final tower features a rooftop Sky Deck with a 50-meter Olympic-length lap pool, as well as a ¼ mile running track, spa and cold plunge, lounge seating, fire pits, outdoor bar and kitchen with TVs, and breathtaking views of the McDowell Mountains. Additional amenities include an indoor basketball court; an outdoor pickleball court; an expansive indoor/outdoor fitness center with state-of-the-art cardio and fitness equipment, free weights, yoga studio and Pilates studio; indoor golf simulator; sports lounge; and an outdoor putting and chipping area.
The apartments, which range from $2,600 to over $11,000 per month, are complete with high-quality designer materials and fixtures, soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, gourmet kitchens, spa-quality bathrooms and the latest in smart home technology. Lush hanging gardens and expansive private exterior spaces bring the outdoors into perfect harmony with indoor living. 7190 Optima Kierland features exclusive offerings such as fire pits and grills on the terraces of the three-bedroom and corner two-bedroom residences.
Residents will have access to a 24-hour concierge as well as Optimized Service®, which offers complimentary white glove services within each resident’s home including in-home package delivery, grocery delivery and plant watering, available seven days a week. Additionally, residents will be able to utilize Optima Kierland’s 24/7 Virtual Personal Assistant. This virtual concierge is available by phone, email or text to provide customized assistance with reservations, travel, tickets, coordination and more.
Optima’s dedication to sustainability and innovation is reflected in Optima Kierland’s design with 9.5 acres of lushly landscaped courtyards that feature native, drought-resistant plants that help mitigate the heat island effect. Each residence features a private terrace with Optima’s signature vertical landscaping system that enables a palette of vibrantly colored plants to grow up and over the edge of the building, providing additional privacy while simultaneously filtering the air and lowering ambient temperature. Additional sustainable features include the efficient architectural shading system comprised of louvers and curved, perforated panels, as well as the advanced building materials utilized to maximize the tower’s longevity such as a post-tension concrete structure, aluminum sunscreens and louvers, and floor to ceiling windows.
Arizona’s real estate landscape is as diverse as its terrain, and these five properties showcase the state’s unique blend of luxury and natural beauty. From the serene desert expanses of Marana’s untouched land to the sophisticated high-rise elegance of Scottsdale and the resort-like charm of Tucson’s golf course views, each offers exclusivity and a deep connection to the region’s stunning surroundings. Whether you crave privacy, customization, or urban sophistication, these homes invite you to explore a lifestyle shaped by Arizona’s unparalleled allure.
Rising above the vibrant heart of Arizona, this meticulously remodeled one-bedroom condo on the 6th floor of Building #7180 offers a seamless blend of modern design and high-rise sophistication. With serene west-facing courtyard views, the residence captivates through floor-to-ceiling glass walls that flood the space with natural light. Every detail reflects thoughtful craftsmanship, from the sliding frosted glass wall separating the bedroom and living areas to custom ceiling finishes and elegant chandeliers. The upgraded kitchen features high-end Bosch appliances, two-tone cabinetry, and a new sink, while automated blinds and a custom closet design elevate daily convenience. Fresh paint and premium tile add a polished touch. Residents enjoy access to unparalleled amenities, including a rooftop pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor sports courts, golf simulator, and multiple outdoor entertaining spaces with fire pits and BBQ areas, all fostering an elevated urban lifestyle.
Size: 848 sf
Price: $815,000
Contact: Ashlee Donaldson, Keller Williams Realty, 602.741.6633
Optima continues to outpace the Arizona luxury condominium market in sales velocity by eight times the average as the Scottsdale-based developer has surpassed 55 percent sold at 7180 Optima Kierland.
Nine premium penthouses will debut as an exclusive, highly-curated collection available for sale, according to a press release.
Described as the newest and most elevated high-rise condominium tower at the $500 million Optima Kierland Center, 7180 Optima Kierland has sold 113 homes since sales began in January 2019, the release said of the community noted to lead the Phoenix-metro market for sales velocity compared to other new condominium developments across the Valley.
Amidst the sales success, Optima is launching the McDowell Mountain Collection, which includes a limited selection of luxury penthouses priced from $1.1 million, the release said.
As Optima continues to outpace the Arizona luxury condominium market in sales velocity by 8 times the average, the Scottsdale-based developer announced today it has surpassed 55 percent sold at 7180 Optima Kierland and will debut an exclusive, highly curated collection of nine premium penthouses that are available for sale starting this week.
As the newest and most elevated high-rise condominium tower at the $500 million Optima Kierland Center, 7180 Optima Kierland has sold 113 homes since sales began in January 2019. The community leads the Phoenix-metro market for sales velocity when compared to other new condominium developments across the Valley, according to a December 2019 market study by Polaris Pacific.
Amidst the sales success, Optima is launching the McDowell Mountain Collection, which includes a limited selection of luxury penthouses priced from $1.1 million. Perched at the pinnacle of the 12-story tower, these penthouses offer unsurpassed views of the McDowell Mountains through the sweeping floor-to-ceiling glass walls, allowing for the ultimate indoor-and-outdoor living experience. Buyers have the option of choosing from nine homes with three distinct two- to three-bedroom floor plans ranging from approximately 1,461 to 1,509 square feet.
Where I live in Chicago, foyers seem nonexistent, with the typical apartment or condo entry leading directly into a dining room or living space. The design is objectively terrible. As such, I’m thrilled to hear about a resurgence of foyers not just in homes, but also in apartments and condos.
Per Liz Brooks, vice president of sales and marketing for Belgravia Group in Chicago, “The foyer is often overlooked in condominium design, but it is one of the most important elements of a floor plan because it evokes a grand sense of arrival.”
Having frequently entered a friend’s home only to have the first impression be of their boyfriend playing Xbox, I understand the allure of a mindful entrance. Says Brooks, “Buyers, especially those opting for a condominium in lieu of a single-family home, appreciate having a dedicated entryway that allows for a more graceful, defined transition to the rest of the home.”
The added sophistication is appreciated by those living in multi-unit buildings that might lack this classic home feature. Says Arriz, “I think there is like a little bit more of a pause when you walk into an apartment, because people do like that it adds elegance.”
Award-winning interior design firm Est Est, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, uses its foyers to set the tone for highlighting the breathtaking landscape of the Southwest. This is especially evident in their work on the renowned Optima Kierland luxury apartments and condominiums.
Says Optima, Inc. president and principal architect David Hovey Jr., “Something unique about Optima is that we allow near-complete customization for our condo buyers, so residents of our for-sale communities can create a home that suits their individual needs and reflects their design preferences—with the foyer often the first focal point, many residents choose to make it their own.” Their foyers serve to set the stage for the following rooms, which then showcase the landscape of the Southwest.
Inside the ninth-floor condo created by architect David Hovey, Jr., floor-to-ceiling windows perfectly frame views of the McDowell Mountains and provide glimpses of planes landing at the nearby Scottsdale airport. Balconies offer desert breezes and bird’s-eye views of the urban hubbub below. The backdrop inspired interior designer Lissa Lee Hickman to create a luxurious, tone-one-tone aerie that’s a calming setting for its owners.
The 3,100-square-foot, three-bedroom North Scottsdale residence was designed by Hickman for a couple, with adult children, who has vacationed in Scottsdale for years. “I did their previous home,” says Hickman, who opened her own firm in 2006. “They decided they didn’t want to maintain a big single-family house, so they were looking for a lock-and-leave condo.”
Glass walls framed with abundant greenery. Flowers cascading from balconies, terraces and window boxes. In a city where barbed plants, rocks and sand rule the terrain, the possibility of living in a lush gardenscape with boundless blue-sky views casts a powerful lure. For one retired couple, it was a calling they couldn’t resist.
For 10 years, the husband and wife had resided in a Scottsdale golf community, but having given up the sport, they were seeking a change of venue and lifestyle. They sold their 5,000-square-foot Southwestern-style home with all the furnishings—including kitchenware and linens—and purchased two adjacent condominiums just steps away from upscale dining, entertainment and shopping venues.
Because Optima Kierland Center was still under construction, the two units, totaling about 3,000 square feet with northern, western and eastern exposures, were nothing more than empty shells. While some of the fixtures, such as the high-end kitchen cabinetry, were standard options, the new owners wanted to expand on the basic offerings. They hired interior designers Tony Sutton and Nora Johnson to adapt the space to their own needs and tastes. A rental apartment in the same complex served as a temporary abode, giving them a bird’s eye view of the renovation and allowing them to sample all the included amenities.
