The City of Miami is inviting artists to submit proposals for permanent public art installations at Flagler Villas, a new affordable housing development for seniors in the city’s District 4.
Through its Art in Public Places (AIPP) Program, the city has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional artists and artist teams to create site-specific artworks at the six-story development, located at 5215 West Flagler Street. The project is part of a broader effort to enhance the quality of life for older residents while celebrating the cultural identity of the surrounding community.
Flagler Villas will feature 60 one-bedroom units designed around shared amenity spaces that promote wellness, social interaction, and community connection for seniors. City officials say the public art component is intended to help create a welcoming and meaningful environment that reflects residents’ daily lives and cultural roots.
Selected artists will develop artwork for two key locations within the building: an exterior art wall on the south elevation and interior installations in common areas. Proposed works should be responsive to the site and sensitive to the needs of senior residents, while contributing to a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
The total public art budget for the project is $100,000, which will cover design, fabrication, and installation costs. The opportunity is open to artists and artist teams aged 18 and older, with regional and local artists strongly encouraged to apply. Prior public art experience is preferred but not required, and applicants may submit proposals for one or both locations. Shortlisted artists will receive honoraria to support proposal development.
Applications will be accepted exclusively through the CODAworx platform. The call opened April 8, 2026, and submissions must be received by April 22, 2026.
Additional information, including eligibility requirements and submission guidelines, is available on the City of Miami’s Art in Public Places webpage at miami.gov/aipp.
City officials say the initiative offers artists an opportunity to contribute to a community-focused project that will serve and inspire Miami’s senior residents for years to come.
