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Backyard Rooms
When one considers the amount of relaxation, recreation and socializing opportunities provided by a well-equipped pool area, it’s a wonder everyone doesn’t have one. Thankfully, there’s plenty of options out there for those who do. — Text by Yoshi Sanz Photos courtesy of respective brands
Stylish Living
California Closets provides creative solutions for almost any space imaginable. From Murphy Beds to sliding doors, entertainment centers, pantries, playrooms, garages, laundry rooms, linen closets, mudrooms and much more, they are consistently raising the standard of customized storage solutions. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of California Closets
Life Lenses
Explore a few daily tasks as experienced by introverts and extroverts. Their differences have been documented since the beginning of time, but with a constantly evolving “connected” society emerging, the contrasts have never been more prominent. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Home In The Making
From its first store on Calle Ocho in Little Havana, El Dorado Furniture has flourished into one of the Top 50 furniture retailers in the country by focusing on customer demands and putting family first. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photos courtesy of El Dorado Furniture
Pasión de Ritmo Starring Samantha Galler & Jovani Furlan
A symphony of dancing rhythms strikingly brings to life the colorful boldness and intricate characteristics of clothes. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Gustavo Espinoza Makeup & Hair: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla Special thanks to Miami City Ballet
Maniac on the Go!
The 24-hour daily routine of Miami women requires a casual look that can take her from work to the gym…to the beach. — Photographer: Nick Garcia for BlindLight Studio Styling & Creative Direction: Jhon Jairo Santos Styling Assistants: Angeles Almuna & Gustavo Espinoza Makeup & Hair: Joshua M. Ribadeo @ M.A.C Cosmetics Model: Dusica for Next Models Photography Assistant: Richard Mestre Production: Angela Bonilla
Get Gorgeous
Bobby Barros
Ecstasy Salon Spa | 2100 Ponce De Leon Blvd., Ste. 100-A | Coral Gables, FL 33134
305.448.0707
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Bobby Barros got his start cutting and styling...
Shape Shifters
Motivation comes in many forms, and getting in the best shape of your life is just an effective workout regimen away. The fitness professionals you are about to meet can help you attain the body of your dreams in no time. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos by Ximena Etchart
Wow Factor
Meet a few of Miami’s top professionals of perfection to find out how they can help you yield the best version of yourself possible — no matter what your aesthetic goals. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos by Ximena Etchart
Confessions Of A Beauty Queen
When it comes to being a beauty queen, it takes more than good looks and a beautiful body to earn the crown and don the title. Here are some reflections from beauty queens who have taken the stage and brought home the crown — and everything that comes with it. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Mindful Leadership
Monique Catoggio, CEO of Illumined Life Leadership, helps professionals and leaders illuminate their path toward mindful leadership so that they may focus their lives and energy with sufficient passion and intention. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila Photo by Jair Acevedo
Top School
Mater Grove Academy is a K-8 high-performing “A+” school located on the Boys & Girls Club’s 10-acre campus near Coconut Grove. In partnership with the Boys & Girls Club, students are exposed to a variety of extracurricular activities, which include performing arts, sports, tutoring and much more. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Giddy Gadgetry
Each Spring, tech heavyweights announce their upcoming products for consumers. In May, Google had its annual Developers’ Conference, Google I/O showcasing their next year in apps, gadgets and other techy trends. If you didn’t have a chance to watch it on the Internets, here’s a quick recap. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Island Gem
Living doesn’t get any better than on Key Biscayne — and location doesn’t get any more valued than the prime oceanfront at Oceana Key Biscayne. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Oceana Key Biscayne
Furry Awe
Harlan Weikle is a retired reporter and animal lover who, along with wife Nancy, co-founded Red Flyer, The Handicapped Pets Community. Together they collect, recycle and donate wheelchairs to specially-abled dogs and animals with missing or disabled limbs, providing them with the gift of mobility and enabling them to “fly” again. Below is a poem from Weikle that embodies his passion. — Text by Estrellita S. Sibila
Urban Influx
Miami is undergoing a major densification, and Coconut Grove is a strong part of that urban reveal for millennials wanting to be close to the city center. Coconut Grove is a strong part of that urban revival for millennials wanting to be close to the city center. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Photos courtesy of Grass River Property
Personal Commitment
The Roads Dental Specialty understands that every patient is unique. In addition to providing first-rate service, they work hard to create a comfortable and welcoming environment to help overcome patient’s traditional dental anxieties. — Text by Sandy Lindsey Group photo by Ximena Etchart
Car-less Miami?
Ralph Rosado nixed his car for 30 days to complete a challenge that helped shed light on transit options and opportunities to help keep Miamians mobile and less car-dependent. Here’s what he learned. — interview by Estrellita S. Sibila
Professional Insight
After conceptualizing and designing Brickell Flatiron for several years, the feeling of putting the shovel in the dirt at the groundbreaking has been Vanessa Grout’s most rewarding experience so far. — Text by Sandy Lindsey
The Force Is with You
In recent months, Officer Nick Perez and his full-time team at Miami PD have gotten a lot of attention for the funny, insightful and creative communication platform they’ve built online, most recently with their video response to the Miami Beach PD’s Running Man Challenge. The viral masterwork culminates with a breakdancing routine in the lobby of the police station that has made its rounds around the world. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Family Matters
Everyone dreams of having a family, those nearest and dearest to us to share life’s joys with. But for some, that dream isn’t easily achieved, which is where fertility treatments and IVF come in. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Always A Party
Summer is in full swing. It’s the time of year for backyard BBQs, pool parties and causal cocktails at home. We reached out to some of Miami’s expert party-throwers, chic hostesses and savvy social butterflies to give us some tips on how to take your next soiree to a whole new level. — Text by Cecilia Dubon Slesnick
Furnished Or Unfurnished?
When the decision comes to buying or selling real estate, there’s always the question: furnished or un-furnished? As an interior designer for over 35 years, I have seen more and more over the past 10 years that the majority of buyers like to purchase furnished real estate. — Text by Stacy Wynn
Modern Candlelight
Imagine all the glamour and ambience of real candlelight in a striking chandelier with no candles and no flames inside one-of-a-kind clear acrylic “seraphs.” — Text by Sandy Lindsey & Stacy Wynn
Uniquely Adventurous
If you love the roar of a V Twin engine and the rush of the highway, but would never consider straddling a motorcycle, here’s a 3-wheeled solution. — Text by Bill Lindsey
