Atlantis Condominium

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Atlantis Condominium on Brickell Avenue south of downtown Miami. Photo: Marc Averette
Atlantis Condominium on Brickell Avenue south of downtown Miami. Photo: Marc Averette

The Atlantis Condominium is a landmark 20-story condominium in Miami, Florida. It was built between 1980-1982 and was designed by the architectural firm Arquitectonica. The building is known for its glass facade and pastel color scheme and the 5-story palm court which is cut out of the building. The palm court features a red spiral staircase, a jacuzzi, and a palm tree. The Atlantis's claim to fame was when it was featured on the opening credits of the television series "Miami Vice", where it was featured as a set. The building has 96 units and is located at 2025 Brickell Avenue.

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Featured in the opening credits of "Miami Vice", the building achieved national fame where it was featured as a set. The building is also featured as a landmark building in the game Sim City 3000 by Maxis. It was also featured briefly in Scarface, where Frank Lopez (Robert Loggia) lived.

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