People
Inspired Design
As the Manager of the Baker | McGuire showroom in Dania Beach, Monica Macaluso enjoys helping designers create beautiful spaces for their customers.
Elements Of Design
The exceptional ability of this year’s DESIGN MINDS to elevate spaces with precision and artistry is both remarkable and inspiring. Discover how they transform visionary concepts into tangible, breathtaking realities for their clients in South Florida and around the world.
Pet Portraits
Capturing the unique personalities and profound bonds between pets and their humans
Superior Spaces
When Talia Lopez-Grijalva was presented with the opportunity to join California Closets Miami more than 12 years ago, she recognized it as a chance to help her clients achieve organization while creating beautiful and functional closet systems tailored to their needs.
Generous Leader
As the President of Business Operations for the Miami Marlins since 2022, Caroline O’Connor has played a pivotal role in the team’s growth, becoming one of only two women in Major League Baseball to reach such a prestigious position.
Banking Edge
A seasoned, multi-cultural financial services professional, Key Biscayner Maria Peuriot is leading the launch of Pibank U.S. as the Executive Director for the online solution of Intercredit Bank.
Empowered Style
The entrepreneurial women behind Las Sureñas are close friends who became business partners.
Global Bridge
As Partner & Chairman of VGV Corporate, Andres Echevarria stands as a beacon for Latin American families navigating the complexities of investing in and relocating to Miami.
Innovative Brand
Celebrating 20 years, Hot Chocolate Design emerged as a response to the market’s desire for unique shoes and accessories that stood out from mass-produced options.
Timeless Threads
The idea for Lanhtropy began when Founder & CEO Ani Ponce de León found herself in Miami with a simple yet powerful idea: to design clothing inspired by the city’s laid-back beach vibe and natural beauty.
Island Moves
From strength Training to endurance exercises and flexibility, meet a few key biscayners balancing their mind, body and soul to yield a life well-lived in paradise.
Loaded Message
By repurposing second-hand firearms and ammunition, Al Farrow adopts weapons as a medium to illuminate the dark side of various forms of organized religion.
Life-Altering Art
Lori Saint Rome advocates for love through her vibrant illustrations and promotes self-care, inner peace, femininity and joy, with love at the foundation of her purpose.
Holistic Approach
Dr. Gorana Kuka Epstein believes that women’s hair care can be more complex than men’s and is often overlooked. Divina Medspa in Key Biscayne aims to bridge the gap.
Nostalgic Legacy
Artist Peppone, also known as Christophe Tixier, draws inspiration for his art from his vast collection of diverse objects and ephemera, which includes nearly 500 comic books.
Catalysts Of Change
When it comes to contributing time, skills, and resources, this year’s Angels Among Us consistently prioritize philanthropic efforts with a mindset of giving. Get acquainted with some of the island’s most generous residents who are leaving a lasting legacy that inspires others to make their own impact on the world.
Whole Health
Despite investments in health care, good health remains elusive for many Americans. Healthcare systems generally focus on the treatment of ailments and disease vs the management of chronic illness. Enter Dr. Simoni Baid of Ahimsa MD and her Integrative Longevity approach.
Dynamic Gentlemen
The 12 Good Men is one of the most celebrated signature award ceremonies under the South Florida sun. The highly acclaimed annual fundraiser benefits Ronald McDonald House and honors some of the most enterprising names in business, politics, sports, media and philanthropy.
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.
Brush Strokes
Olga Nikishina draws her greatest inspiration from nature, particularly the vast sky and ever-changing clouds. She also has a profound admiration for illustrating people in motion, especially in the graceful and expressive art of dance.
Peaceful Pups
Dog Behaviorist Maya Rodríguez, who works with dog owners and their families to help them make their dog calm and happy, while improving and changing unwanted behaviors, offers some advice on reassuring a new dog.
Global Impact
Estefania Lacayo is the Co-Founder of the Latin American Fashion Summit, a renowned platform and annual conference with the mission of elevating and enriching the Latin American fashion industry.
Fetching Designs
Avid dog lover, and rescue, foster and adoption proponent, Sai Cronwall of Sai Rescue Animals, chose fashion as her medium to help those without a voice easily heard by the human ears.
Heartfelt Sentiments
Mo’s Bundt Cakes isn’t just a business — it’s a journey fueled by the cheers and encouragement of those who believed in the magic of bundt cakes and the dreamer behind them.
Global Appeal
At the helm of Genesis Yachts and Genesis Interiors, Key Biscayners Roberto Lottini & Sandra Savini love exploring the world’s great destinations and vast oceans. But all of their adventures and career successes cannot compare to the exhilarating love they have for one another.
The Defenders
Personal injury and insurance litigation specialists RRBH Law are the voice of ordinary citizens who seek justice from powerful interests for their loss, pain and suffering.
Pure Love
Some of Key Biscayne’s most dynamic Power Couples share their secrets to a successful life filled with fun, adventure and lots of love.
Facial Recognition
The face is at the heart of Carolus’ paintings. Through rugged and deliberate gestures, she demonstrates its hidden truth, with oscillations in which the painter’s own nature may also be discerned.
Operatic Impact
The Florida Grand Opera’s 82nd Anniversary Gala is not just an event to remember, it promises to be an unforgettable immersive experience of elegance and artistry for the ages.
Key Insights
Key Biscayne’s top realtors share exclusive island insights, market perspectives, trend predictions and the benefits of living in paradise.
Powerful Perspective
Liene Bosquê is interested in the relationship between place and people. She conceives her work from traces, shadows, impressions, imprints and reflections as a means to emphasize memory, context and history.
Watercolor Dreams
Jorge Leon’s paintings start off based on his photographs. The images are then run through his creative brain, until he is no longer painting what is in front of him but what he sees in his mind’s eye.
Artistic Musings
We have curated a selection of some of South Florida’s most compelling artists to add to your collection, with works that are at once impressive, inspirational and insightful.
Meaningful Screenings
Nestled within the captivating topography of the island, the Key Biscayne Film Festival’s goal is to raise awareness and inspire positive action for our delicate ecosystem.
Form & Function
When it comes to design, few have the vision that the DESIGN MINDS we’ve gathered showcase. Their natural knack to take spaces to the next level is at once impressive and awe-inspiring. Join them on their journey of expressing how a project goes from dream to reality.
Rare Opportunity
Faith, Beauty & Devotion explores the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque eras through a captivating collection of 30 sacred and secular paintings by Italian and Flemish Masters; most never before been seen in the U.S.
Cultural Embrace
This year’s Outstanding Latino Visionaries of Key Biscayne share how their culture and heritage has helped shape their careers, philanthropic pursuits, world view and dreams for the future.
Mission of Life
The Charlie Mike organization aims to save the lives of those still carrying the unseen wounds of combat, one veteran at a time.
Phoenix Rising
A heartwarming new book from Mike Noriega, whose grandmother died in the Champlain Towers collapse, addresses the eternal question, “How do you endure a broken heart without crushing your spirit?”
Homeowner Advocate
Frustrated by your home insurance company offering low settlement amounts for your claim? Don’t worry — you’re not alone. Many homeowners face this situation. RRBH Law shares the essential steps to take to get the money you deserve.