The legendary Eden Roc Renaissance Beach Resort & Spa in Miami Beach has embarked on a $170 million transformation to be completed in late 2008. Architect John Nichols will execute the extensive renovations, including all 349 guest rooms of the existing tower, pools and cabanas, Spa, restaurants, meeting space and retail options, as well as the creation of a 21-story, 283-room tower. Wifi capabilities will be available throughout the hotel and pool areas.Each of the 349 guest rooms in the existing tower will be completely reconfigured to feature large, oversized bathrooms and spacious bedrooms with the latest amenities, including large LCD TV’s and iPod docking stations. Meetings and events will benefit by the creation of two new pillarless ballrooms with an additional rooftop terrace that can be tented if desired. The state-of-the art ballrooms featuring a combined total of more than 14,000 square feet of glass wall overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. A rooftop garden area with a sky bar and guest services will be developed for the main building, for private functions and social gatherings. The Destination Spa will be completely redone with a new 21,000 square foot layout and additional treatment rooms, including poolside options, expanded cardio/fitness facilities, and overall destination spa décor, theming and programs. There will also be a new upscale retail shop, and the main dining room will be revamped into a signature specialty restaurant.