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The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, announcements, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Home Sweet Homebar
Anyone who’s ever watched Don Draper do practically anything knows a home bar is the cat’s pajamas, the bee’s knees. Below are several tips to help you elevate your general level of elegance. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Totally Welcomed
Entertaining means to many of us pleasant nights with close friends and family, full glasses and happy bellies, enjoying our lives in the bosom of those we love. Or not. If the idea of hosting people for dinner gives you the shivers, read on. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Fantastic Flair
Victor Merino has plenty of tricks up his sleeve as he serves fantastic cocktails with flair from Segafredo Brickell’s hip bar. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos by Edward Leal
Starry Sojourn
A Mediterranean city that provides travelers the indulgence of sun, celebrity and celluloid — Cannes is the place to visit when you want to experience true luxury and feel like a star. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Landscape Oomph!
When it comes to creating the outdoor oasis of your dreams, there are a few essential Miami-friendly plants, trees, shrubs, vines and flowers that thrive — and survive — in the blistering tropics. If you don’t have any of the varieties we recommend on the ensuing pages showcased around your home, dig in and enjoy our collection of must-have foliage. — Text by Anja Maltav
Into The Desert’s Dusk
A drive through the desert of Palm Springs to visit two homes of architectural significance owned by two iconic figures — to aide in better understanding that home is not just where the heart is, it is an irrevocable condition we carry with us. — Text by Francesca Cruz
An Ode To Miami
Many are the reasons to love our dear city, but how easy it is to forget them after being cut off by a fellow driver who is mid-text while going 85 down Flagler. Here’s a refreshing perspective from a new transplant to remind us of the magical lure of our paradise by the sea. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Home (Un)Improvement
Our homes are our sanctuaries. Ideally, at least. In actuality, a home to the misguided can become little more than a massive money pit. We’ve gathered several investments you might think add resale value to your home, but rarely do. — Text by Ryan Jarrell
Dream Living
Own your very own special slice of paradise with this expansive estate on exclusive Harbor Drive in Key Biscayne. Life doesn’t get much better than this. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Realtor: Brigitte Nachtigall; 305.710.9664; [email protected]; BNachtigallProperties.com
Look of Rigueur
A conversation of architectural silhouettes and structure incorporates a forte attitude to your
Fall/Winter 2016 wardrobe. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Make-up & Hair: Joshua M. Ribadeo Model: Lauren Johnson @ Ford Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Dazzling Design
Poltrona Frau Group Miami opened its doors in 2001 when CEO & Owner Giampiero Di Persia saw a vibrant future for Miami at a time when many did not. “I’m glad to have had that vision, and to have been right about it,” he says as the company transitions from their landmark 25,000-sq.-ft. building into a massive 71,000-sq.-ft. design destination. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Poltrona Frau
Skyline Transformation
One River Point is about achieving the perfect marriage between design, lifestyle, location and amenities — it’s luxury redefined. The development came out of Shahab Karmely’s desire to create something transformative in one of his favorite cities in the world. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of One River Point
Wardrobe Duality
Playing extreme contrast between ladylike and urban styles, get a look with chic aptitude that’s ready to hit the streets. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Art Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistant: Angeles Almuna Makeup & Hair: Joshua M. Ribadeo Model: Mackenzie Grayce Lawrence @ Elite Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Immersive Views
The way we view and experience real estate has been transformed by technology and innovation. Learn how Gonzalo Navarro is visualizing projects and giving them life via fully immersive digital experiences. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo by Johnny Arraiz
You’re Worth It
Not sure if you’re getting paid the right amount for a job well done? If you’re an entrepreneur, the fine line between nickel & diming and demanding more from your clients can put you in quite the predicament. Not sure where to start? You can begin by asking yourself:
“What am I really worth?”. — Text by Dena Roché
Shining Bright
Little Lighthouse Foundation’s new Executive Director, Jonahtan Babicka, is shining new
light on the organization’s mission to inspire caring, passionate locals to take action
in the community to benefit children. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Rhythmic Rituals
The first South American-inspired luxury spa with shamanic practices in the U.S. has arrived to Miami. Housed in Faena Hotel, you’ll find an oasis for the mind, body and spirit at Tierra Santa Healing House. — Text by Francesca Cruz
Historic Fun
If you’re a native Miamian, you’ve almost certainly been on a school field trip to The Barnacle in Coconut Grove for a day of fun, sun and learning. But visiting this local gem as an adult is quite a different experience. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Live Securely
The world is ever-changing…and not always for the better. Specialized Protection Services understands this and offers professional executive, personal, property, private event, place-of-worship protection and much more. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Elegantly Eclectic
Tiffany Dominguez takes creativity to a whole new level with her out-of-this-world, timeless jewelry line that puts the “magic” in Magic City. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Greener Outlook
Being a responsible resident of Planet Earth doesn’t have to mean driving an electric car or installing solar panels on your roof (although if you do, kudos). There are simple things you can do to leave a less dramatic carbon footprint. Here are a few tips to make your life greener. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Power Eats
Food, it’s necessary and we love it. Sometimes the best way to get someone to commit to meeting with you is if you offer up lunch or breakfast, of something in between. After all, who would pass up a free meal? — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Tech Support
Technology is our friend, but we all know that it can also be our foe. Here are some funny, embarrassing and probably all too familiar things that can go wrong with the stroke of a single key on a computer or phone near you. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Delicious Dadeland
Since 2014, Downtown Dadeland has been undergoing a renaissance. The lifestyle center is
now turning into a must-visit culinary destination with several new chef-driven and unique
concepts recently opened or coming soon. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Island Delight
Oceana is an exclusive oasis within the lavish hidden treasure that is Key Biscayne. Simply put, it offers the best of all worlds surrounded by the best of all worlds. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Clear Titles
What many people do not understand is what Title Insurance actually is or what a title insurance company actually does. Title Insurance companies, such as Kensington Vanguard, are actually insurance companies and like many others, our job is to do research on the buyers, sellers and property and issue a commitment and insurance policy. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Work-At-Home Wisdom
Forrester Research’s US Telecommunting Forecast predicts the number of Americans who head
into the office without leaving home will rise to 63 million this year. Which presents a unique
set of challenges that need to be addressed. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
Classic…But Better!
We live in good times for car enthusiasts. Ford’s iconic Mustang is an epic example of how muscle cars of the ‘60s are back, but even better than they were way back when. — Text by Bill Lindsey
Transforming Worlds
On Oct. 27, Jumpstart’s Read For The Record will have millions of adults reading the same book to young children to raise awareness for childhood literacy. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
