How Our Founding Sponsorship with ARC+ Will Help Secure a Greener Future

By Marcelo Fernandes Grove Properties/Oxford Design Build is now a proud founding sponsor of the Architectural Research Collaborative or ARC+, a non-profit organization that harnesses the creative powers of architecture and the arts to drive innovative solutions in support of sustainable-city initiatives, eco-friendly urban planning solutions, and a greener future.  Continue reading

All Oxford Homes Are Now LEED Certified

By Marcelo Fernandes

You may have noticed—we’re pretty passionate about going green here at Grove Properties/Oxford Design Build. Not only is it great for the environment, but making a home more efficient also reduces costs for homeowners over time. We believe that every home should be more efficient and sustainable, which is why all of our Oxford homes are now LEED certified. Continue reading

Eye-Opening Tips for Renters

Whether you’re ready to move into a new apartment or leave the one you’re currently in, it helps to know what you’re getting into.

Here at Grove/Oxford we’ve heard many stories from new clients about the trouble they had while searching for apartments in the past. Continue reading

Our Mission Statement Is A Way Of Life

By: Marcelo

When you hear a neighbor mention Grove Properties, you instantly think “real estate sales” – which is great, since that’s exactly what we do. But our mission is much larger than that. Every single member of our team is focused on creating a better community in Coconut Grove.

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The 6 Keys to Building a Green Home

Here at Grove Properties/Oxford Design Build, we’re always researching the latest technology to help us build environmentally friendly homes. Each year better and more efficient appliances, fixtures, processes, and ideas hit the market, and we make sure we stay on top of the trends.

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A Guide to the Historic Neighborhood of Coconut Grove

Coconut Grove is a particularly important part of Miami’s history as it is Miami’s original neighborhood being founded in 1873 by a diverse group of travelers, artists, and intellectuals.

Today, Coconut Grove still calls to eclectic circles, providing a local oasis and an alternative to the fast-paced city life found in other parts of Miami.

The Grove is located in the middle of Miami, yet somehow remains seemingly separated with its very unique characteristics. This Miami neighborhood offers a warm… Continue reading