Warning: What You Didn’t See Behind the ‘High-End’ Facade
How Four Men — Andrea D’Alessio, Anthony Iannuzzi, Erik Peterson, and Former Mayor Eduardo Muhina — Became the Center of a Multi-Case Construction Controversy
For years, Andrea D’Alessio Jr. and several close associates marketed themselves as luxury builders and design professionals overseeing elite, high-value development projects. Their companies—primarily Inspirata Management and Scalaa Architects—were promoted as modern, full-service firms capable of guiding billionaire clients through complex construction endeavors.
But according to multiple lawsuits and public records, clients and subcontractors instead describe an operation marked by missing funds, misused designs, stop-work orders, unpaid vendors, and disputes that now stretch across several South Florida courtrooms.
Today, four names repeatedly appear in these filings: Andrea D’Alessio, Anthony Iannuzzi, Erik Peterson, and Eduardo Muhina. Collectively, they are alleged to have participated in a pattern of misconduct involving misrepresentation, overbilling, and unauthorized construction activity.
This investigative summary draws on four separate lawsuits, public filings, and reported statements from affected parties.
I. The Weiner Case: Alleged Misappropriation in a $100 Million Project
Plaintiff: Russell Weiner, billionaire entrepreneur and founder of Rockstar Energy
Project Value: $100,000,000
Defendants: Andrea D’Alessio, Anthony Iannuzzi, Erik Peterson, Eduardo Muhina, and related entities.
According to the lawsuit filed by Weiner, the defendants allegedly diverted funds, submitted falsified invoices, and misrepresented the status and costs of major construction activities. Key allegations include:
Key Allegations (per lawsuit):
- Use of falsified invoices and billing for services previously paid
- Overbilling through Scalaa, described in filings as a D’Alessio-controlled shell company
- Charging for “phantom work” without corresponding expenses
- Over-engineering portions of the project to create inflated cost structures
- Failure to compensate subcontractors and vendors, exposing Weiner to potential liability
- Representing themselves as licensed architects or contractors despite lacking required Florida licensure
The complaint further alleges coordinated conduct among the four individuals, describing the operation as a civil conspiracy involving deceptive trade practices and fiduciary misconduct.
Reported Authorities Notified:
The issue has been reported to:
- FBI
- U.S. Attorney’s Office
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
- Miami Beach Police Department
Weiner publicly summarized the experience by stating:
“I assumed that who I was working with had the same honor and integrity as me. Assumption equals failure.”
II. DLC Capital Case: Code Violations, Misused Funds, and Withheld Designs
Plaintiffs: David and Leila Centner / DLC Capital Management
In court records filed by DLC Capital, the plaintiffs allege that Inspirata Management engaged in unauthorized construction activity, fraudulent invoicing, and misuse of client-funded architectural assets.
Key Allegations (per filings):
Code Violations & Unpermitted Work
- Unauthorized and unpermitted construction on a teacher housing project
- A Stop Work Order issued by the city
- Instructions allegedly given to staff to mislead inspectors
Misuse of Project Funds
- An unauthorized $100,000 office renovation performed while principals were out of town
Project Interference After Termination
- Cease-and-desist letters issued by D’Alessio to active contractors, stalling progress
- Refusal to release essential architectural files, passwords, and project documents
Kickbacks and Problematic Invoicing
- A $31,115 invoice allegedly fabricated after a $50,000 vendor overpayment
- Attempts to secure kickbacks through inflated vendor billing
Design Misuse
- DLC-funded designs allegedly used in marketing materials and websites to solicit new business
Role of Eduardo Muhina (per lawsuit statements):
- Listed architect of record on projects where unpermitted work occurred
- Allegedly restricted DLC’s access to architectural plans
III. Foreclosure: Financial Troubles at D’Alessio’s Own Residence
According to public foreclosure records, Andrea D’Alessio’s $2 million Miami penthouse went into foreclosure following:
- Nonpayment of mortgage obligations
- Unpaid HOA fees
- Lapsed insurance
- Outstanding tax liabilities
A final judgment was issued, and the property interests were auctioned on April 28, 2025.
IV. Family Court Allegations: Claims of Financial Misrepresentation
In filings submitted by Shannon D’Alessio, the ex-wife of Andrea D’Alessio, the following allegations were made:
- Submission of a misleading sworn financial affidavit
- Concealment of trust accounts and financial resources
- Secret sale of the marital home for personal gain
The filings seek to vacate the original divorce judgment on grounds of fraud and concealment.
V. Workplace Injury Litigation: Claims of Unsafe Site Conditions
Case: Perdomo v. Maounis
Issue: Workplace safety at a site under Inspirata’s management
According to the complaint, a worker was required to wear unsafe shoe coverings, resulting in a fall and permanent injury. Allegations include:
- Unsafe working conditions
- Failure to warn workers
- Negligence contributing directly to the injury
VI. Alleged Organizational Structure: Roles Described in Public Filings
| Name | Title | Alleged Role (per lawsuits and filings) |
|---|---|---|
| Andrea D’Alessio | CEO | Alleged architect of fraudulent invoicing, unlicensed services, and operational misconduct |
| Anthony Iannuzzi | President of Construction | Allegedly approved inflated budgets and impeded internal reporting |
| Erik Peterson | Finance Manager | Allegedly produced improper invoices and managed financial flows in question |
| Eduardo Muhina | Architect of Record / Former Mayor | Allegedly withheld plans, restricted client access, and enabled unpermitted construction |
Court filings and investigative reports collectively describe a coordinated pattern rather than isolated missteps.
Conclusion
Summary of Public Allegations and Records:
- Sued by a billionaire
- Sued by a major family office
- Sued in a workplace injury case
- Accused in family court of financial deception
- Reported to federal and state authorities
- Involvement of a former mayor as architect and alleged enabler
Reporter’s Closing Note
These cases remain active or recently resolved, and all parties are entitled to due process. Allegations summarized here come directly from lawsuits, sworn filings, public records, and statements made by plaintiffs. No court has issued a criminal conviction related to these matters as of this writing.
Nevertheless, the volume of litigation and consistency of the allegations have prompted significant public scrutiny of the individuals and entities involved.