St Regis Hotels and Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, is to open a new Yabu Pushelberg-designed property in Bal Harbour, Florida, US, on 19 January 2012.

Housed in three 27-storey all-glass towers, the new St Regis Bal Harbour Resort will boast 214 bedrooms and suites and 307 residences overlooking an expansive section of beach.

Yabu Pushelberg was responsible for the interior design of the guestrooms, with South Miami-based Sieger Suarez Architectural Partnership also involved in the development.

Facilities will include the 14,000sq ft (1,301sq m) Remède Spa offering12 treatment rooms and a full-service salon, along with men's and women's lounges, a sauna and a steamroom.

An adults-only pool area with day cabanas; a fitness centre; and a St Regis Children's Club will also be on offer, in addition to renowned chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten J&G Grill concept. Fresco and Atlantico complete the dining options.

St Regis and Luxury Collections Hotels and Resorts global brand leader Paul James said: "The opening represents a significant moment for St Regis, as the brand continues to grow globally in destinations designed for the new generation of affluent travellers."

Resort general manager Marco Selva added: "With the arrival of this modern vision of a St Regis flagship, we look forward to offering our guests bespoke service and refined elegance, both befitting of the destination and true to the St Regis legacy."

Details: www.starwoodhotels.com