Building upon the tremendous success, reputation, and loyal clientele of their restaurant on Miami
Beach's famous Lincoln Road, Balans is in the process of creating a new restaurant on Miami's
up-and-coming Biscayne Boulevard. The proposed design concept is scheduled to be completed
and operational by the Summer of 2008.

Biscayne Boulevard is a primary corridor leading to Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, and Miami
International Airport and is now undergoing a radical transformation similar in nature to that of
Lincoln Road in the mid 1990's. The Boulevard is flanked by historic neighborhoods to the east and
up-and-coming neighborhoods to the west. In close proximity to the Balans location is the
Design District (populated by designer showrooms, galleries, and cafes) and the Wynwood District
(populated by avant-garde galleries, artists' studios, and cafes). A little to the south is a world class
soon-to-be completed Performing Arts Center and of course, Downtown Miami. Balans is located at
the intersection of Biscayne Boulevard and NE 68th Street which has a historic designation.

The building will be a brand new custom designed two-story mixed-use facility which will comprise
Balans restaurant, a coffee shop, and a convenience store all on the ground floor with residential
units on the first floor. The 190 sm restaurant space and 172 sm covered outdoor dining area will accommodate 200 covers. Next to the restaurant will be a 111 sm combination coffee-shop and
convenience store where patrons will be able to grab a quick cup of coffee and a newspaper or
magazine from a wide selection. In addition, they will be able to purchase sundries, toiletries,
cigarettes, etc. The concept for the design of the restaurant is being developed to acknowledge the
following criteria: Use of natural materials, creation of an intimate 'upscale-casual' atmosphere,
recognition of the urban location and surrounding cultural / artistic environment and the incorporation
of sustainable design materials and strategies. Our moniker for this look is 'Urban Zen'.