Apple Previews New Store in Miami With a Unique Feature on the Roof

Apple today previewed its all-new retail store at the Miami Worldcenter complex. The store opens this Friday, January 24 at 10 a.m. local time.

Apple Miami Worldcenter Preview
Apple says the store was designed with the environment in mind, and to connect customers with the natural world. The store's rooftop is outfitted with a green space that seamlessly blends with the surrounding palm trees and shrubs.

"Apple Miami Worldcenter also features a biophilic design that helps connect customers to the beautiful green spaces surrounding the store," says Apple. "Upon entry, customers and the local community are welcomed by the grounds blooming with plants and flora inspired by the multicultural Latin American influence of Miami."

Apple Miami Worldcenter Roof
The use of regionally-sourced materials helped to reduce the carbon footprint of the store's construction, according to Apple.

The store features a combined Genius Bar and Apple Pickup area for technical support and collection of online orders in one place.

Apple Miami Worldcenter Genius Bar Apple Pickup Area
There is also an Apple Vision Pro demo area.

For accessibility, the store offers varied table and seating heights, wheelchair-friendly spaces, and a portable hearing loop for use with hearing aids.

Visitors can participate in free Today at Apple creative sessions, including special ones that highlight the store's environment-focused design.

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AngerDanger Avatar
11 months ago
As cool as this is, I'll probably hold out until version two



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Amazing Iceman Avatar
11 months ago

Roof garden? 1990s europe called. They want their fad back.
Not a fad. A lot of new buildings are doing some kind of planting on the roofs not just for the looks but for all the additional benefits it brings to the people and the environment.

https://staygreengarden.com/benefits-of-rooftop-gardening/



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p96 Avatar
11 months ago

Hopefully it can withstand hurricane force winds :rolleyes:
The street elevation, according to Google Earth, is about 2 meters over sea level, and Hurricane Andrew's storm surge reached 5.15 meters. Does the building have an IP68 rating?
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thejadedmonkey Avatar
11 months ago
That's a cool looking aesthetic. I'm digging the return of 1970's wood paneling Apple :p
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goonie4life9 Avatar
11 months ago

I love the exterior and overall design, but the Genius/Pickup area – zowie, that's a little too much wood. Could really use a little more variety in the materials.
I agree. Apple needs more rich, Corinthian leather!
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JetwingX Avatar
11 months ago
I wouldn’t really call the roof a unique feature. Apple Store University Village in Seattle has had a green roof for years since their remodel

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