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‘It’s a wild west’: Inside Miami’s skyscraper boom
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 21, 2026
· 10 min read
By Jacqui Palumbo, CNN (CNN) — For more than two months, Cipriani Residences has held the title of Miami’s tallest building. The three-tower luxury design has risen in the Brickell neighborhood, its wraparound terraces and airy glass promising the feel of the Italian Riviera on Biscayne Bay, topp...
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Key takeaway The three-tower luxury design has risen in the Brickell neighborhood, its wraparound terraces and airy glass promising the feel of the Italian Riviera on Biscayne Bay, topping out at 950 feet this month.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While Miami's skyscraper boom may seem like a distant phenomenon, El Paso residents should take note of the implications for their own city's development. The fact that luxury brands and billionaires are flocking to Miami's business-friendly environment could potentially draw investment away from other cities, including El Paso. As El Paso continues to grow and attract new businesses, it will be important to consider how to compete with cities like Miami that offer low taxes and a lack of unionization. Furthermore, the trend of branded condos and hotels could have implications for El Paso's own hospitality industry, potentially leading to new opportunities for development and investment in the city's downtown area. El Pasoans should watch to see if similar projects emerge in their own city, and consider what this could mean for the local economy and community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 10 min
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What is this story about? By Jacqui Palumbo, CNN (CNN) — For more than two months, Cipriani Residences has held the title of Miami’s tallest building. The three-tower luxury design has risen in the Brickell neighborhood, its wraparound terraces and airy glass promising the feel of the Italian Riviera on Biscayne Bay, topp...
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