The Tides (Miami Beach) facts for kids
The Tides is a famous building located in Miami Beach, Florida. It's known for its beautiful design and its history as one of the tallest buildings in the area. Today, it serves as both a luxury hotel and a place where people live in fancy apartments.
A Tall Building in Miami Beach
When it was first built in 1936, The Tides was very tall for its time. It stood about 49 meters (161 feet) high. This made it the tallest building in Miami Beach. It was also one of the tallest buildings in the entire state of Florida. For two years, from 1936 to 1938, it held the record as the tallest building in Miami Beach. After that, another building called the Shore Club became the tallest.
Modern Updates and New Life
Over the years, The Tides building has been updated to keep it looking great and working well. In 1997, it went through a big renovation. This means it was repaired and improved to make it more modern and comfortable.
After this update, The Tides became a place with both a fancy hotel and residential condominiums. Condominiums are like apartments that people can buy and own. This means some parts of the building are for hotel guests, and other parts are homes for people.
Who Has Owned The Tides?
The Tides has had different owners over its history. At one point, it was managed by a resort company called Island Outpost, which was started by Chris Blackwell. Since then, it has changed hands a few times. Today, it is known as the King & Grove Tides South Beach.
