The Calta Group, Whose Family Legacy in Real Estate Includes Having Once Owned Luxury Hotel Featured on HBO’s “The White Lotus,” Names Foremost Luxury Real Estate Specialists to Lead Sales for Bespoke Coral Gables Brownstones
The Calta Group, a real estate, development, and construction company led by brothers Ignazio and Gaetano Caltagirone, today announced the appointment of Compass’ Ben Moss and Ignacio Villanueva as the exclusive sales and marketing team for Via Veneto, an impeccably designed collection of Coral Gables brownstones that channel Italian sophistication and timeless elegance.
“We are thrilled to have Ben Moss and Ignacio Villanueva, two of the nation’s most preeminent luxury real estate specialists, join as the exclusive sales and marketing team for Via Veneto,” said Gaetano Caltagirone, Co-Founder of The Calta Group. “Ben and Ignacio bring unparalleled expertise in the luxury real estate market, along with a laser focus on service and a reputation for exceeding client expectations. With Ben and Ignacio at the helm, we anticipate a rapid sales trajectory for Via Veneto’s highly exclusive limited inventory.”
At Compass, Moss leads The Ben Moss Group, ranked as the #4 team in Florida by the Wall Street Journal’s Real Trends report. In addition to leading his team, Ben also serves the National Director of Compass’ Sports & Entertainment Division, which has over 160 members across 70 markets. He has personally represented over 600 athletes and celebrities around the country with their residential real estate transactions.
Ranked among the top 1.5% of agents nationwide, Villanueva is Senior Director of Luxury Sales at Compass. Born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela, Villanueva holds a law degree from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello as well as a master’s degree in Marketing Communication from NYU, providing him with a unique blend of legal acumen and marketing expertise. He is fluent in Spanish, English, and French, allowing him to connect effortlessly with a diverse global clientele.
The Calta Group, whose family history in luxury real estate includes having once owned the Four Seasons Taormina, recently featured in HBO’s The White Lotus, brings old-world elegance to the heart of Coral Gables with Via Veneto, a boutique collection of European-inspired luxury brownstones. Located in the heart of Coral Gables at the crossroads of Sevilla and Palermo, at 915 Palermo Avenue, Via Veneto is poised to become one of Coral Gables’ most sought-after residential developments. The sophisticated boutique project will feature 10 three-story brownstones, each offering more than 5,500 square feet of living space. Residents enjoy walking distance to many of the area’s treasured landmarks such as The Biltmore Hotel, Venetian Pool, Desoto Plaza and the world- famous Miracle Mile with its dazzling array of boutiques, off-Broadway shows, musical performances, art galleries and fine restaurants.
“We are honored to be selected as the exclusive sales and marketing team for Via Veneto by The Calta Group, one of the most distinguished names in real estate whose storied reputation dates back to its family legacy, including having once owned the world-renowned Four Seasons Taormina that was just recently featured in HBO’s The White Lotus,” said Moss. “Named after Rome’s iconic Via Veneto, which is synonymous with cinematic beauty and timeless glamour, this extraordinary project reflects the same level of elegance and experience-driven luxury.”
“With Via Veneto, The Calta Group is bringing the kind of luxury European experience its family is long renowned for right to the heart of Coral Gables,” said Villanueva. “Via Veneto offers what today’s luxury buyers are searching for: a boutique living experience with high design value from an internationally renowned developer, and all in a location that blends tranquility and walkability with prestige.”
Drawing inspiration from the neoclassical Mediterranean colonial style, Via Veneto’s exteriors combine timeless southern European elegance with modern luxury. Architectural details such as recessed entry porticoes, wrought-iron-inspired balconies, and intricate stonework complement Coral Gables’ historical charm.
Each residence offers four oversized bedrooms, four and a half baths, and expansive entertainment and living areas. Additional features include gourmet kitchens designed by Mia Cucina, renowned for its high-end Italian furnishings, and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces with private terraces and summer kitchens overlooking a picturesque courtyard, providing an ideal blend of indoor and outdoor living.
Priced from $5.5 million, Via Veneto is designed by renowned architect Nelson de Leon with interiors by Sensi Casa. The modern Mediterranean brownstones offer the added convenience of an elevator accessing all three levels.
Groundbreaking for this iconic project, which pays homage to Coral Gables’ glorious past while introducing state-of-the-art grandeur, is slated for Spring 2025.
For more information, please visit https://viavenetocoralgables.com/.
About The Calta Group:
The Calta Group specializes in the development and construction of multi-family and luxury residential properties across South Florida. The Calta Group’s expertise lies in crafting projects that not only enrich their communities, but also elevate the living experience while seamlessly blending into their surroundings. Artful attention to detail and dedicated commitment are central to The Calta Group’s success. whose team approaches every project with their signature European aesthetic, delivering projects of the highest caliber and establishing new benchmarks for luxury living in South Florida. For more information, please visit https://thecaltagroup.com/.
