Local artist to debut new waterfront-inspired sculpture at 42-story Art House condo tower
/A rendering of allure, a waterfront-inspired sculpture created by artist Cecilia Lueza that will be at the entrance of the new art house condo tower in downtown st. pete | kolter urban
A modern sculpture inspired by St. Pete's waterfront will become a focal point for residents and guests entering the 42-story Art House condominium tower in downtown St. Pete.
South Florida-based developer Kolter Urban, which has developed two other condo projects in downtown St. Pete, has commissioned well-known St. Pete artist and sculptor Cecilia Lueza to create a stunning art piece for the new 244-unit luxury condo tower at 235 1st Avenue South.
“Similar to Art House, ALLURE [the sculpture] was heavily influenced by the beautiful waterfront community we enjoy here in St. Petersburg. My sculptures are about honoring and enriching nature, blending colors, shapes, and the rhythm of the earth to transform the space around us while creating a place where we feel connected,” Lueza said in a prepared statement.
The current Construction progress of art house | st. pete rising
The spiral blue wave-like piece will capture the dynamic movement of the ocean, aligning with Art House's vision of celebrating St. Pete's vibrant art scene.
“We hope ALLURE gives the community an opportunity to connect, reflect, and inspire," said Brian Van Slyke, President of Kolter Urban Florida’s West Coast.
Since leaving Argentina over two decades ago, Lueza has created many works of public art across Florida and beyond reflecting her fascination with nature, the visual effects of color, and the concepts of space, movement, and transition.
One of Lueza’s contributions to St. Petersburg is "The Blue Hour," a mural gracing ONE St. Petersburg that highlights the transition between daylight and darkness. It was created during the SHINE St. Petersburg Mural Festival in October 2018.
The new ALLURE artwork will be installed at Art House upon the development's expected completion this fall.
A rendering of art house at full completion | kolter urban
General contractor Coastal Construction and the development team recently completed vertical construction of the 450-foot-tall tower.
The residences, which range from 1,380 to 2,637 square feet, will be a mix of two- and three-bedroom units, featuring 10-foot ceiling heights, private terraces, and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing views of the city skyline and Tampa Bay.
There will also be 12 penthouses offering expansive living spaces of up to 4,847 square feet.
Residents will enjoy a host of amenities on the ninth floor, dubbed Cloud 9, including a resort-style pool, an exclusive cocktail bar, poolside cabanas, a fire pit lounge, and indoor amenities.
active construction of the groundfloor and parking garage | st. pete rising
Indoor amenities include a state-of-the-art gaming simulator, a theater room, a coworking area with communal spaces and private meeting rooms called The Hub, a full spa featuring a sauna and steam room, a fitness center with outdoor training space, a covered dog park, and fully furnished guest suites for hosting out-of-town visitors.
On the ground floor, Art House will have 6,100 square feet of retail along Central Avenue and 3rd Street South.
Real estate brokerage firm Smith & Associates is leading the sales efforts for Art House St. Petersburg.
