Designed by Arquitectonica and 360 Architecture, construction on American Airlines Arena began in 1998, and the entertainment facility opened its doors on December 31, 1999. On January 2, 2000, the arena hosted the first game for the Miami Heat — a National Basketball Association (NBA) expansion team that was formed in 1988 — and it remains the team’s home today. With a prime location along the Biscayne Bay in Downtown Miami, the arena is visited by thousands of patrons each game — including many high-profile customers and celebrities. To cater to its upscale clientele, 80 luxury suites were recently renovated — including the addition of Silestone countertops by Cosentino of Stafford, TX.
Measuring approximately 600 square feet, each suite has a spacious layout that provides a hip and comfortable environment to watch an NBA game. A large bar, plenty of seating areas, chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and flat screen televisions all contribute to the posh ambience. The sleek look of the Silestone countertops further adds to the overall design.