Issue – November 2022
Life Of giving
One of my favorite quotes of all time has been attributed to many authors, speakers, entrepreneurs, celebrities and world leaders but no one knows exactly who said it first: “Do all the good you can.
Soirees Of Success
The social season got off to an incredible start with a series of events that put people, passion, pastimes and philanthropy first.
Damon Danesi
It was the day after Christmas in 2006 when Damon Danesi joined a New York franchise of California Closets, spending the majority of the next 7 years working in production and on the field as both an Apprentice and a Lead Installer.
Wish List
Sabbia features unique fine jewelry designs from iconic international collections. Bringing some of the finest jewelers to Key Biscayne, Sabbia is honored to represent contemporary artisans who preserve the ancient art of fine jewelry making.
Stylishly Savvy
Let your surroundings determine your wardrobe this season, no matter what’s on your calendar. California Closets Miami inspires looks for work, play and everything in between.
Piece of Paradise
A spectacular and unique corner unit at Grand Bay Residences in Key Biscayne offers a luxurious resort lifestyle only steps away from the beach.
Taylor Husted
Modern and clean with a twist is what defines Taylor Husted’s work at California Closets.
Real Respite
Ushering in a bright green new eco future that balances mind, body, spirit and home, the design trends to watch are making an impact inside and out.
Urban Jungle
The South Florida Wildlife Center is saving lives 365 days a year through rescue, clinic triage, state-of-the-art diagnostics, expert veterinary treatment, rehabilitation and release.
Retro Essential
Eames’ modern take on a 19th century club chair has not only endured for more than 50 years, but it’s become one of the most significant furniture designs of the 20th century — instantly recognizable and enduringly fresh.
Skin Smart
When it comes to prevention and detection, Dr. T.J. Giuffrida educates patients on protecting their skin and what the sun can do it. He is there for them as a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon when a cancer needs to be removed.
Venetian Artistry
Montegrappa’s Vintage Class writing instruments use modern tooling to recreate the dashing elegance of early-era writing silhouettes. Period-correct finishes revive the fashions of days gone by.
Game On
Stopping by CMX Stone Sports Bar & Lounge at Brickell City Centre isn’t just fun — it’s also good for you! Did you know your body releases endorphins when you participate in entertaining activities, reducing stress and eliciting a positive state of mind?
Shining Bright
Diamonds On The Key is celebrating 15 glorious years on the island and the festivities are just beginning right in time for the holidays.
Exquisite Lifestyle
Wherever you look, there’s something that makes Villa Caravane outstanding and unique,
starting with its location. This one-of-a-kind waterfront residence sits on an oversized lot on
prestigious Cape Florida Dr.
Win-Win Situation
The ideal Miami residence for international Tennis Star & Traveler Leylah Fernandez is Lofty — Brickell’s luxurious, fully finished and furnished turn-key residences designed to be lived in and shared, as the next evolution of condo ownership.
Sun Runner
Catamarans offer house-like interior volume, exceptional stability even in choppy seas, and now, in the form of the Sunreef 60 Eco, the ability to generate electrical power from the sun.
Retro Ride
Following the post WWII success of the Beetle, VW’s next vehicle was the Microbus, designed in 1947 by a Dutch importer. It went on to become the SUV of the Woodstock generation — and the best is yet to come.
Jerry
Jerry is an amazing pup! A 52 lb. Terrier Mix, he was found as a stray next to two other dogs (who are also safe with Paws4You!).
Time Traveler
Globetrotters, and those they need to contact, will appreciate the Oris Hölstein Edition’s ability to keep track of the time in two zones to avoid those awkward 2 a.m. phone calls.
Gifts Galore!
Check everyone off your list this holiday season at The Shops at Brickell City Centre with a curated selection of gift ideas.
Legal Champion
Dedicated advocate Alexandra Ramon and her experienced team help clients get the money they need and deserve from their insurance provider when the company fails to pay enough or wrongfully denies their claims.
Einbender View
Fine artist Brooke Einbender, a.k.a. Mindbender Art, a pioneer in the exploration of “phygital” (physical + digital) art, is the latest addition to the always cutting-edge creativity that is Wynwood.
Steps With Heart
The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is inviting South Florida to its premier event to boost physical and mental health through healthy habits while supporting their lifesaving mission.
Caroline Zaki
Born and raised in Egypt, Caroline Zaki of Carol Curated Interiors grew up in a world of fabric.
Skort Allure
Delightfully feminine and totally Miami chic, Denise Cronwall is a leader in the althleisure movement. Her fashions, which are rooted in skirt-sports, seamlessly transition to the resort, beach and street for effortless style.
Sensory Engagement
Every community needs a “town center,” a walkable, integrated open-air development that is an invaluable place to connect and socialize. In Downtown Miami, Brickell City Centre is that place. The new Gather Playscape adds to its many fabulous amenities.
Global Perspective
My childhood was filled with weekends on the beaches between Miami Beach and Key Biscayne, experiencing my fair share of sunburns, jellyfish encounters and way too many tropical waves to count.