The luxury resort lifestyle at Olara, West Palm Beach's newest residential oasis
- Jake Nicholas
- Jul 17
- 2 min read
Along the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway, Olara is rising as one of the most significant residential developments ever introduced to West Palm Beach. Located on the iconic Flagler Drive, this transformative project is redefining waterfront living with its bold architecture, world-class lifestyle programming, and unmatched views. Construction is now well underway, with activity extending into the surrounding streets—a clear signal of the progress being made on this 26-story residential tower.
When complete, Olara will feature 275 beautifully designed residences, ranging from spacious two-bedroom homes to expansive four-bedrooms with dens. Each residence is carefully oriented to maximize natural light and capture panoramic vistas, including views of the Intracoastal, Palm Beach Island, and the Atlantic Ocean.
Interiors are being crafted by the acclaimed design firm Gabellini Sheppard, known for their refined, minimalist sensibility and attention to detail. Every home includes soaring ceilings, generous layouts, and private 10-foot-deep terraces that extend the living space outward toward the water.
Elevating the experience even further, the ground level of Olara will feature a signature restaurant from world-renowned Chef José Andrés—his first in The Palm Beaches. This 8,500-square-foot indoor/outdoor concept will bring a fresh culinary perspective to the waterfront, serving residents, locals, and visitors alike. With its prime location, innovative menu, and connection to one of the most prominent names in global dining, the restaurant will be a destination in its own right and a natural gathering place for the community.
The lifestyle offering at Olara rivals the world’s top resorts, with over 80,000 square feet of thoughtfully programmed amenities curated by industry leaders. A five-star spa and 13,000 square feet of fitness and wellness space will be designed by Jay Wright, founder of The Wright Fit, known for shaping the wellness offerings at premier residences and private clubs around the world. Additional resort-inspired features will include indoor and outdoor lounges, a resident waterfront terrace, a private marina with dock access, and elevated co-working and entertainment spaces—all managed with hospitality-grade service and attention.
Nestled just north of downtown, Olara offers unparalleled access to the city’s new $1 billion Nora District set—a 40-acre, pedestrian-focused new neighborhood bringing highly curated dining, wellness, boutique shopping, and creative office space to the city this fall.
Olara also sits minutes from the rapidly evolving CityPlace district, where new luxury office towers, residences, and experiential concepts are reshaping downtown West Palm Beach. From upcoming openings like Eataly and Alo Yoga to the arrival of Equinox and a new slate of fine dining and retail, the area is seeing unprecedented investment and transformation.
With seamless access to the Brightline station, the waterfront, and both Nora and downtown, Olara offers a rare combination of resort-style privacy and urban connection—placing residents at the center of everything happening in one of the country’s fastest-growing cities.
Learn more here at Olara West Palm Beach.
