Described as the largest implosion in Miami in more than a decade, the event follows extensive planning with specialized contractors and city officials to maintain safety and timeline.

The demolition inaugurates The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami project, a two-tower ultraluxury hotel and residential development targeting completion in 2030.

Implosion was selected as the safest and most efficient method to keep the project on schedule and protect the Brickell Key community.

Swire Properties and contracted specialists spent nearly two years coordinating with the city to ensure the implosion proceeds safely and efficiently, minimizing disruption for the Brickell Key community.

The project aims to preserve the overall timeline while transitioning from the existing hotel to the new luxury development on the same Brickell Key site.

The plan keeps the project on track while the site shifts from the Mandarin Oriental hotel to The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami on a two-tower ultraluxury development slated for 2030.

A 23-story Mandarin Oriental, Miami hotel on Brickell Key is scheduled for controlled demolition this Sunday to clear space for the new development.

The implosion is set for 8:30 a.m. and is expected to cause the building to collapse within seconds after the blast, marking a major milestone in the project.

Officials indicate that the implosion minimizes disruption while safeguarding residents and workers, aligning with the broader project timeline.

Developers chose implosion specifically to maintain the timeline, reduce neighborhood impact, and prioritize safety for the Brickell Key community.