3 December 1-7, 2022 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com New Times | Contents | Letters | news | night+Day | CuLture | Cafe | MusiC | When ARKHAUS CEO Sam Payrovi and CXO Nathalie Paiva installed the “pool of Miami dreams” on the roof of their Faena Bazaar pop-up last year, they never imagined that one live art event with Miami artist DaveL would be the first of many meaningful events for a new kind of social club. #NFTuesdays, a weekly NFT art event conceived by the founders of ARKHAUS, began during what is now known as “Crypto Summer” when Miami held the spot- light as a hub for growth, change and innovation. The ARKHAUS team encouraged the dialogue at the intersection of art and NFTs, hosting informal happy hour gatherings at their social club as a way to nurture community. Before long, the event became a series, garnering spon- sors like Stella Artois and Diplomático Rum, and solidifying lifelong part- nerships with the dozens of artists and change-makers who would be featured in #NFTuesdays panels, events, and activations in Miami and NYC over the next 12 months. As ARKHAUS formalized its water-bound plans and opened up pre-sales for 180 memberships, 10 were made available by NFT, adding a unique “forever” attribute and hence offering invaluable utility that will stand the test of time. Today, the social club contin- ues to shape its culture, activating the greater community by way of the 180 fire-starters who will become the club’s first Anchor Members. In practice, ARKHAUS is a set of 4 futuristic, solar-electric yachts, connected in a square shape to create an escape for its members and their lucky guests. In theory, it is a hub for disruptors, innovators, and those who are moving the world forward. In more ways than one, ARKHAUS strives to create value both on and off-shore with meaningful connections. “We pride ourselves on really capturing the essence of each city where we establish a presence. To that end, we are working with the best this city has to offer,” said Payrovi. The Forever Membership #5 NFT will open for sale at the private closing event on Saturday 12/3, following the live painting of its physical counterpart by Diana Contreras a.k.a Didi Rok. To learn more about ARKHAUS and membership, visit https://arkhaus.miami. During Art Week 2022, the club will relaunch all 10 NFT Membership Keys on the digital OpenSea platform, accompanied by a physical pop-up art exhibit alongside key partners around the city. Public viewing is encouraged as 5 artists paint the town from Dec 1 - Dec 3: Thursday 12/1 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM Panther Coffee (Wynwood) 2390 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127 KEY #3 by Marlon Pruz KEY #4 by Hoxxoh Friday 12/2 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM NRVLD (at Kimpton Surfcomber) 1717 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 KEY #1 by DaveL KEY #2 by Julian Castro Saturday 12/3 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM RSVP at arkha.us/artweek2022 for public viewing tickets using code MIAMINEWTIMES KEY #5 by DidiRok CEO Sam Payrovi and CXO Nathalie Paiva hosting the last membership gathering with several ARKHAUS Ambassadors Axel Oliver, Michelle Abbs, Johnathan Cyprien and Kira Alvarado at Joia Beach last month. (Photo credit: Nicolas Sanchez) The club sold its first of 10 Forever NFT Membership during Bitcoin Conference 2021. Membership #4 most recently sold for 10ETH. ARKHAUS will launch its Miami flagship in 2023, opening its doors to 180 Founding Members. ARKHAUS hosts a live art pop-up series during Miami Art Week Advertorial
