People
Spirit Slinger
Joel Mesa’s cocktail construction at Bulla ranges from pure and simple to layered and complex — and every drink is perfectly balanced for your sipping pleasure.
SPACE MAKERS
Meet a few professionals who are ready to help you create the home of your dreams with stunning ideas that are sure to turn any space in your home into a functional showpiece that will make you the envy of the entire neighborhood.
Parental Control
Lourdes Leon-Vega has built the Tutti Bambini brand into an empire that helps new parents redesign their lives and spaces as they transition into a kid-centric world.
Cultivating Cinema
It’s cult, it’s kitsch, it’s camp — it’s no longer much of a secret. The Secret Celluloid Society brings cult films to a famished Miami audience, and the Orson-esque boy wonder behind it all is Miami’s own Nayib Estefan.
Earth Wear
With a true love for fitness, fashion and everything eco, Rebecca, the founder, designer and owner of The Paprika Shop, created a clothing and jewelry line that combines flexibility, playfulness and eco-friendliness to create pieces that are both beautiful and sustainable.
Sips & Steins
New to the food and drinks scene at Bayside, Bavaria Haus serves up delicious German treats with wide bay views and a relaxed atmosphere where good cheer reigns supreme.
COLLECTOR’S CORNER
If you’re in the market for a few new pieces to add to your art collection, check out the curated list of artists we’ve compiled for you on the ensuing pages. For as long as each can remember, their dream has been to inspire as many people as possible through their work — and they’re doing just that and a whole lot more with every new masterpiece they bring into the world.
Art Centric
A lifetime of art creation, curating and critiquing has turned F. Lennox Campello into a thought leader in the world of the arts on a global scale.
Living Artistically
When artists are looking for ways to gain exposure, ideas on how to market themselves and opportunities to network with artists and art enthusiasts, they turn to Life Is Art, a non-profit dedicated to creating positive change in the community through the arts.
Amazing Times
“You should write a book about Korea,” urged Harvey Rosenwasser’s wife, Ruth, and friends, “your stories are better than the M.A.S.H. series.” It took almost 60 years, but Harvey, who has since passed away, finally did it — and it’s definitely worth a read.
Tipo Tropical
DJ and avant-garde artist Otto Von Schirach’s music blends a quintessential “so miami” sound with creative beats and futuristic sounds from another dimension. No, really, he’s out of this world.
Intoxicating Sensations
Artfully crafted cocktails are transformed into flavorful masterpieces for the senses — that’s what you can expect every day at Piripi.
ACES
Meet the people who are shaping the future of business with every handshake, transaction and bottom line. The passion, attitude, outlook and savvy they all share has yielded an ingrained need to succeed no matter what the consequences. These inspirational visionaries are some of the top leaders of today and tomorrow who will inspire, motivate and in many cases complement the very goals that keep you going. After all, business is all about who you know, isn’t it?
Tech Deals
Leveraging technology to immerse global buyers in Miami real estate, Jorge L. Guerra, Jr., leads his team of tech-savvy agents at Real Estate Sales Force (RESF) who have a knack for making their listings go viral.
Picture Perfect
When it comes to turining scenic landscapes in the city into venerable works of art, very few photographers have an eye like Rafael Gonzalez. Whether you look at his work for inspiration or to add to your collection, he puts the magic back in The Magic City.
Hidden Gem
You haven’t earned your 305 card until you’ve knocked a few back at Mike’s At Venetia, a poolside bar in Downtown Miami with a sweet view of the skyline.
Power Houses 2016
Meet the professionals who are ensuring the real estate market remains booming in Brickell and beyond. From unforgettable showings to tips and tricks of the trade, their stories will give you a unique glimpse into their hectic lives and might even inspire you to find a new home or two.
PERFECT GENTLEMEN
Brickell Magazine and Singles For Switchboard’s Bachelor Auction is celebrating its 5th Anniversary in style with a chic, gala-inspired soiree and live auction. Bid on some of Miami’s most eligible bachelors for your chance at a dream date. Who knows? You might just find true love!
Love Maker
The recipe for love lies is your heart’s true desire, and Gladys Diaz of Hearts Desire is empowering women all over the city with the skills to experience the joy of loving and being loved.
Speaking Up
Lend your voice to Voices For Children Foundation and help ensure that every abused, abandoned and neglected child in Miami-Dade County has an advocate representing their best interests.
Lapel Appeal
A new concept in upscale menswear is causing a fashion uproar, and Sebastian Garcia, Owner of Sartori Amici at The Falls, as well as founding owner of My Grooms Room, is at the forefront.
Driving Ambition
Brickell Motors is a hometown success story, and President & CEO Mario Murgado is at the heart of it all. In 2001, he acquired the struggling Brickell Motors and proceeded to use his experience, knowledge and ability gained from 19 years with Braman Imports, to turn things around and make the dealership group a winner.
CHEF’S SPECIAL
You’re invited into the kitchens of some of the most creative chefs in Miami to see what inspires them, what they’re cooking up and where they’re going. If their passion for food awakens your appetite, head over to their respective restaurants and have a taste of what sets them apart.
Fueling Physiques
They say that abs are made in the kitchen and Chef Richard Ingraham and his
team are cooking up dishes that are fueling the peak performance
of some of Miami’s finest athletes.
Salsa Shimmies
With screen idol looks and a large side order of charm, performer Christian Rojas brings the “chips, sexy & salsa” to the shores of Miami as the Dance Team Director of the longest-running dance studio in Miami: Salsa Lovers.
Wanderful Snapshots
Photographer Noelia Madiedo, with the heart of a gypsy and the soul of a gadabout, brings the beauty of the Orient to the world via her photography. After traveling the world and settling in Asia for a time, she’s now back home in Miami to share her experiences.
Dealer’s Choice
Top bartender extraordinaire Teddy Collins is serving up surprising cocktails catered to his loyal patron’s palates at Red Ginger’s Asian-inspired bar in the heart of SoFi. Round and round he’ll go, what he’ll serve, you’ll never know!
Continuous Commitment
Abbey Chase has made a mark on Miami thanks to her decades-long dedication to improving the city’s philanthropic scene and helping non-profits succeed in their mission by helping them expand opportunities and reach their full potential.
Breaking Out
Miami Breakers’ main objective has always been to mold strong-minded individuals who show tremendous potential for being successful not only in soccer but in life.
Conscientious Virtuoso
Born in Valencia, Venezuela, and now calling the sun-swept shores of Miami home — muralist and artist Ramon Aular is all about creating beauty, collaborating with peers and inspiring community involvement.
Desirable Neighborhood
As Chief Operating Officer at Unitas Development Group, Hector Torres heads an elite professional real estate team focused on executing their first sustainable visionary project in Miami — Boulevard 57.
The Power Of Perricone’s
At Perricone’s, guests feel special from the moment they are escorted to their table — which is why the restaurant has so many regular guests who know exactly what they want to order before they even have a chance to look at the menu.
Perfect Pours
Head over to The Local Food & Drink to see what William Thompson is shaking up from behind one of the favorite bars in Coral Gables.
Fencing Around
Your first line of defense for security and privacy in your home is your fence, and Rafael Leon is leading Fence City’s team of perimeter protectors to ensure that your family is safe and secure.
The 2016 Top 20 Professionals Under Forty
We scoured The Magic City to bring you what we deem to be the next generation of business leaders at the tip of The Sunshine State. These young professionals represent a variety of industries and excel at their respective crafts with superior sophistication and their own unique blend of style and savvy. All have managed to seamlessly balance their careers with their personal lives while continuously giving back to the community that has helped mold them into who they are. Without further ado, flip this page to meet this year’s Top 20 Under Forty.
QUINTESSENTIAL OBJECTS
Recently debuted at the 55th edition of Milano’s Salone del Mobile, and conceived by the Loewe Creative Director Jonathan Anderson, Marquetry In Leather introduces the brand’s innovation on traditional craft techniques and technology by creating variations of multiple graphic leather motifs.
SMILE POWER
When it comes to prosthodontics, if you are seeking cosmetic or reconstructive dental work, you should do research before making a decision in order to ensure proper care.
River Of Dreams
Miami has been basking in the limelight since Departures named it “City Of The Future.” Now the spotlight turns to our river, where a renaissance led by One River Point is unfolding.
Modern Motoring
Car-buying should be fun — it shouldn’t be the painful process everyone thinks it is. Brickell Motors promotes that throughout their dealerships and their team, one customer at a time.
The Science Of Love
Please don’t refer to her as the female “Hitch” — she’s more than that. With a background in science, Dawn Maslar, M.S., is an accomplished Author, Speaker and Love Coach — so yes, she’s South Florida’s doctor feel good — for the heart.