Who Is the Developer Behind Bentley Residences?

What Is Dezer Development?

Listen, when you buy pre-construction, you're betting on a developer. Dezer Development is a family-owned Miami luxury real estate company founded and led by Gil Dezer—a developer who's been building in Sunny Isles Beach since the mid-1980s. That's 40 years of experience in one of Miami's most competitive luxury markets.

What sets Dezer apart isn't just longevity. It's their track record of securing exclusive brand partnerships. In luxury real estate, that's huge. They didn't just build a tower and slap "Porsche" on the marquee. They partnered with Porsche to co-design a residence that reflects the automaker's DNA—precision, performance, innovation. Same approach with Armani. Now with Bentley.

The Dezer team doesn't build commodity housing. They build branded lifestyle properties that attract international ultra-high-net-worth buyers willing to pay premium prices. When you understand that model, you understand why Bentley Residences sits in the $5.5M-$18M range—it's not just a condo tower, it's a Bentley Motors property.

The Porsche Design Tower—Dezer's Flagship Achievement

If you want to understand Dezer's credibility, look at Porsche Design Tower. Built in Sunny Isles Beach and completed in 2017, this 60-story, 132-unit residential tower is a masterclass in branded luxury development.

Porsche Design Tower wasn't just another high-rise. It pioneered the "Dezervator"—a patented automated car lift system that lets residents drive directly into their penthouse garages. You pull into your residence, exit the vehicle, and the system parks your Porsche on a separate secure level. No parking garage. No elevator wait. Direct access from your residence to your car. That's innovation. That's Dezer.

The tower delivered on time. It hit luxury benchmarks. It sold out. International buyers—mostly from Europe and the Middle East—snapped up units starting in the $2M+ range. Why? Because Dezer had the brand credibility and the execution track record to back the price. Today, Porsche Design Tower is a Miami landmark and a template for branded luxury development.

The same Dezervator technology is now available at Bentley Residences—designed in partnership with Bentley Motors engineers to reflect automotive craftsmanship in a residential setting.

Dezer's Track Record: Armani, Trump, Now Bentley

After Porsche, Dezer didn't rest. They built Residences by Armani/Casa—a separate tower bringing Italian minimalist luxury to Sunny Isles. The partnership with Armani meant every detail, from kitchen fixtures to door hardware, reflected Armani's design philosophy. Premium finishes. Understated elegance. Again, successful delivery and strong international sales.

Dezer also developed multiple residential towers with the Trump Organization in Sunny Isles, including Trump Tower III. These are large-scale, mixed-income developments that required managing complex financing, construction timelines, and brand positioning. All delivered.

When you look at Bentley Residences, you're seeing a developer that has successfully completed three major branded luxury developments. That's not luck. That's execution capability—strong construction relationships, experienced project management, the financial muscle to weather market cycles, and proven ability to close international sales at premium pricing.

Why Developer Reputation Matters in Pre-Construction

Here's the reality: when you buy pre-construction, you're signing a contract 3-5 years before completion. You're handing over 30-50% of your purchase price before the building even tops out. Your money sits in an escrow account. The developer controls the timeline.

A weak developer can blow timelines, cut construction corners, get into financial trouble, or even abandon a project if the market tanks. I've seen it happen. You're stuck waiting, hoping, sometimes never getting your money back. That's the pre-construction risk.

A strong developer with a track record—like Dezer—reduces that risk dramatically. Why? Because:

They have financial stability. Dezer has completed multiple large-scale residential towers. That requires serious balance sheet strength and banking relationships. They can access capital even if market conditions shift.

They have construction expertise. They know how to manage complex builds, coordinate trades, and deliver on schedule. Porsche Design Tower's on-time completion proves that.

They have market credibility. Major international buyers know the Dezer name. That means project presales stay strong, which keeps funding flowing and construction moving.

They have luxury market experience. Branded luxury isn't commodity real estate. Dezer understands the international buyer, the premium price psychology, the finishes that justify a $15M unit. That expertise translates to higher resale values.

When you're considering Bentley Residences, Dezer's developer credibility should factor into your decision. This isn't your first or second project. It's a developer at peak execution with global brand partnership expertise.

The Bentley Motors Partnership—Why It Matters

Bentley didn't just sell their name to Dezer. This is a co-developed property. Bentley Motors engineers, design leadership, and brand standards are embedded in the building.

That means the Dezervator tech is calibrated to Bentley specifications. The lobby design reflects Bentley's aesthetic. The materials, finishes, and attention to craftsmanship all follow Bentley's heritage of hand-stitched luxury. Residences with private heated pools feature Bentley's color palette and design language.

This exclusive partnership model—born from Dezer's history with Porsche and Armani—sets Bentley Residences apart from generic luxury development. You're not buying a beautiful condo. You're buying a Bentley Motors property. That distinction matters for international prestige, brand value, and long-term resale positioning.

Located at 18401 Collins Avenue in Sunny Isles Beach, the 62-story tower will have 216 residences. Completion is targeted for 2028. For more detail on floor plans, pricing, and availability, contact our team at WIRE Miami.

Architect: Sieger Suarez Architects PA

Dezer also partnered with Sieger Suarez Architects PA, a respected Miami firm known for luxury residential and mixed-use design. Suarez has worked on multiple high-profile Miami towers and brings both aesthetic sophistication and technical expertise in oceanfront construction—critical in Sunny Isles Beach where hurricane loads and coastal salt exposure demand precision.

The architectural vision balances Bentley's brand identity with oceanfront living. Clean lines, premium materials, and a silhouette that commands presence on the Collins Avenue skyline. When you combine Suarez's architectural credibility with Dezer's execution and Bentley's brand standards, you get a building designed to hold value and prestige long-term.