George Merrick

George Merrick was a visionary developer and businessman who founded Coral Gables, Florida, in the 1920s. He designed the city with an emphasis on beauty, elegant architecture, and a high quality of life, blending Mediterranean-inspired styles with lush landscaping. Merrick aimed to create a luxurious, artistic community that would attract residents and visitors alike. His innovative planning and dedication to aesthetics helped establish Coral Gables as a distinctive and desirable place to live and work, contributing significantly to Miami’s growth and development.