Culture & Art

Craft Chairs

Why relegate art solely to pastels, photographs and pewter statuettes? Collected below are some one-of-a-kind chair choices worthy of the highest artistic accolades.

Fair Plié

Always eager to awash Miami in well-choreographed culture, Miami City Ballet premieres another fantastical show this February.

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Sail Accessories

In honor of the Miami International Boat Show, we’ve collected some of our top picks for necessary accessories and décor for any seaworthy vessel ready to set sail.

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Scullery Supplements

Let’s face it: You could have a galley full of gadgetry and still have some room in your heart for additional kitchen and dining room accessories. Collected below are some of our prime picks for cookhouse accoutrements.

Promising Pieces

No longer enough to simply be modish, today’s top furnishings and accessories must also manage a modicum of environmental sustainability to compete in our enlightened marketplace. Check out these items that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are ethically assuaging.

FLOOD CONTROL

Irrefutable proof that the Key Biscayne Postal Service takes the carriage of the Isle’s correspondence very seriously, the below image is assumed to have been taken in the aftermath of 1965’s Hurricane Betsy, at the Corner of Ridgewood & West Enid Drive.

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Lawn Party

Can’t you feel it? The incipient sizzle? Summer is right around the corner, and you know what that means: Outdoor entertaining just got serious.

The TV Effect

We’ve watched them laugh. We’ve watched them cry. We’ve watched them ask “Did I do that?!” when it was entirely obvious that yes, they did in fact do it. Herewith: An examination of the sociological impact of that most coveted of American artforms: The family sitcom.

Role Models

Over the past 30 years, Miami has reinvented itself from a mere tourist destination into a top-tier global city. Miami Girls Foundation is working to see that the image of the “Miami Girl” changes as well.

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Science Spectacular

A cutting-edge institution peerless in its exhibitions, the Phillip & Patricia Frost Science Museum could be the most exciting building to open in years. And in Miami, that’s really saying something.

Kid Creative

Boldly tackle the mound of goods available to that most materialistic of subsets — children. Collected here are a few fantastical objects and accessories any kid would be happy to receive, no matter what the occasion.

Tropical Road

Taken facing west on Key Biscayne’s Westwood Drive circa 1950 and present day, respectively, the images pictured below carry, besides a glowing endorsement of the great strides taken by the village’s Public Works Department, several integral messages, specifically that while it can be inspiring to see the lengths our communities have expanded, it’s sometimes prudent to take greater notice of the factors that have maintained.

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Chic Closets

Fashion-forward as we are in this city, there’s always one aspect of our wardrobe we loath to let others admire: Our closets. We spotlight a number of wondrous wardrobe essentials that will change the way you pick out what to wear.

Market Musings

Although bearing so many positive qualities, perhaps the most endearing aspect of our isle is that, while progress doubtlessly influences our village life, it does so at our pace, a fact which these before and after photos immaculately illustrate.

Exceptional Expo

A celeb-studded spectacular not to be missed, the Miami Home Design & Remodeling Show’s Design Innovator Showcase offers an innovative edge to an already sensational expo.

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A Seat At The Table

They’re the sights of some of our strongest familial remembrances. Shouldn’t they be outfitted in décor as original as the family that inhabits them? Below are our top picks for fantastic dining room accessories sure to top your holiday wishlist.

Reading Is Fundamental

Bibliophiles, it’s your favorite time of year! That’s right, that exhilaratingly erudite (and endlessly entertaining) cavalcade of authors, illustrators and personalities of all types known as the Miami Book Fair is once more upon us!

Artful Grandeur

Amassing a lifetime of training in the visual arts, expert woodcarver Luis Gonzalez has made a serious name for himself in The Magic City art world.

Artsy Accessories

While Art Week may only arrive once a year, the mark it leaves on our shores is wide. Below are some top-notch artsy accessories to help give your home that artsy feel year round.

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Artistic Adventures

Able experts at navigating one of the world's most creative of carouses, we’ve corralled some choice tips for curating a delightful and hassle-free experience during this year’s Art Week.

Gaga Gallery

A clear counterpoint to the image of the art collector as a stodgy, cobwebbed miser, collector couple Javier & Monica Mora take a lively approach to their appreciation of the visual arts.

Curated With Compassion

Beauty. It inhabits every aspect of our isle, from its scenic natural lustre to the enticing interiors of our homes. Meet a woman responsible for imbuing it with that much more aesthetic excellence.

Forceful Form

A first-generation Cuban artist and unimpeachable portion of our city’s artistic community, Abstrk’s work encapsulates the whole of an ever-complex civic consciousness.

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Road Ready

As we prepare for summer vacations and unforgettable family adventures, packing everyone into the car for hours on end might not be high on your to-do list. Take the roar out of road tripping with the below suggestions. And remember: Once you leave Miami, make sure to use those turn signals!

Second Act

Artist Nancy Reyna grew up in Venezuela, taking her tropical surroundings for granted, but always having a knack for “seeing the beauty in a pile of leaves on the street,” as a friend once observed.

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All The World’s A Stage

Unknown to a shockingly large segment of our city, one of Miami’s greatest strengths is its ever-expanding theatrical scene. Below are 4 premier Magic City theatre companies and their current season’s programming.

Icelandic Intrigue

A stunningly beautiful country with icy glaciers, hot springs and surreal landscapes is the most fancied travel destination of the moment: Velkominn to Iceland.

With Bells On

A heartful merging of our city’s creative and charitable impulses, the Miami Music Project teaches underserved youth that they can march to the beat of their own drum.

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PARTY PLAYBOOK

Timeless best-sellers on etiquette from the likes of Emily Post and Amy Vanderbilt have been the bibles of entertaining at home for decades, but now it’s time to blend their social wisdoms with our free-thinking, hashtag-laden, laid-back world.

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Paws Of Hope

Rescuing dogs isn’t just about saving a life — it’s about unlocking a world of love, loyalty, and unwavering companionship. Each adoption not only changes the life of a dog but also enriches the lives of those who welcome them into their homes, fostering a bond that transcends time and space.

Crème de la Crème

Antonio Braschi, owner of Kazumi and Costa Med in Key Biscayne, shares his story of cooking up the ideas for his world-class restaurants and his secrets to cultivating family, quality food and culinary surprises.