Originally a warehouse and industrial area, it has been transformed over the last 20 years into an upscale shopping and art destination known globally. With luxury retailers, galleries, restaurants and event spaces, the District caters predominantly to an affluent international clientele. Craig Robbins of Dacra has transformed this small pocket into a dense retail and lifestyle destination.
Thanks to growth fueled mainly by Art Basel Miami and deep-pocketed consumers, the MDD stands out as one of the city's most exclusive and expensive commercial neighborhoods.