FOREIGN FINDS
Miamians are casting their discerning gaze beyond the Sunshine State, signaling a sophisticated pursuit of new horizons. BY RILEY KAMINER A whisper on the palm-laden breeze suggests a burgeoning trend amongst Miami’s cognoscenti: a transatlantic pivot, not merely for vacation stays, but for the acquisition of pieds-à-terre far beyond the familiar confines of […]
WATERFRONT OASIS
A stunning home in Bay Harbor Island mixes sophistication and easy living. WRITTEN BY JEAN NAYAR In contrast to the ubiquitous boxy white, ultra-minimal forms that characterize so many newly built houses in the Miami area of South Florida, the owners of this custom-designed six-bedroom home in Bay Harbor Island wanted a sense […]
CENTENNIAL SASS
Sebastian Phillips explores the enduring Art Deco style of South Beach’s landmark hotels. The air in South Beach always seems to hum with a certain energy, a vibrant mix of sun, style, and history. And as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Art Deco, it’s impossible not to notice how this iconic architectural style […]
BOTTOMS UP
Major Food Group’s new wine-centric restaurant is sure to delight oenophiles. WRITTEN BY: JILLIAN DARA For those eager to expand their wine knowledge while indulging in top-tier cuisine, Carbone Vino is a must-visit. Major Food Group’s (MFG) latest venture, nestled in the heart of Coconut Grove, is a wine lover’s paradise. Opened in […]
EAST MEETS BLISS
Blending traditional hammam rituals with modern wellness, this Turkish day spa elevates relaxation, infused with the enduring essence of Turkish heritage. WRITTEN BY: STEPHANIE DAVIS SMITH If you’ve never stretched out on a warm marble slab, wrapped in a soft peshtemal, the concept of a hammam might seem unfamiliar. These ancient public baths, […]
CHOZEN
Erin Michelle Newberg checks out a visionary haven of eco-luxury and tranquility. WRITTEN BY: ERIN MICHELLE NEWBERG Raised on an adjoining ashram in Sebastian, Florida, little did Tony Cho know that two decades later, he and his wife, Ximena, would return to purchase 40 acres of protected land within the St. Sebastian River […]
DIVING DEEP
Miami artist Lauren Shapiro transforms underwater discoveries into captivating ceramic works inspired by the ocean’s hidden worlds. WRITTEN BY SEBASTIAN PHILLIPS Exploration has led to inspiration in Lauren Shapiro’s art for as long as she can remember. “I grew up in a manufactured neighborhood on the edge of the Everglades, with just a […]
QUIET POWER
How Christian Liaigre redefined subtlety amidst an age of ever-present ostentation. WRITTEN BY: BY ISABELA CANELLE In the heart of Miami’s Design District, Christian Liaigre’s showroom is a revelation, a masterclass in the understated luxury that has made the French designer one of the most influential figures in the world of interior design. […]
TOTES CHIC
A Swiss financier, art collector, and couture show regular, Sophie Bonvin turned to luxury bag design after a life-changing Miami experience. Coming from a ski resort town to the celebrity-filled South Beach during the “Gianni Versace days” of the ’90s, the Magic City worked its magic on Bonvin’s career. Visits led to a move, and […]
BEAUTY BUILDERS
With a luxurious approach to designing workout spaces at home, interior designer/fitness guru Carlos Enguidanos Loma-Ossorio takes elevated living and wellness to a new level. WRITTEN BY: JEAN NAYAR If you’re going to workout every day, why not do it in style That’s the thinking behind Gymage, a posh fitness facility on Lincoln […]
