Homes of Desire

The Man Behind Grove at Grand Bay’s Lush Landscape August 9th, 2012

The Grove at Grand Bay is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about developments in Miami, and much of that buzz is based on the beautiful renderings being touted around the real estate community.  Ocean Drive magazine recently profiled famed landscape architect, Raymond Jungles, who is working alongside Danish architect Bjarke Ingels on this Coconut Grove project: Dressed in white linen pants, a light brown shirt—untucked—and suede loafers,  Raymond Jungles stops mid-sentence at a muted rumble of thunder. “We should sit over...

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Where Have the Peacocks Gone? July 25th, 2012

The Coconut Grove peacocks are missing!  How could that be, and who would get rid of them and why?  These are the questions on minds of many Groveites recently.  Certainly, this is not a case of the peacocks wandering off on their own to check out another neighborhood to call home.  This is serious news because our brilliantly colored, feathered friends don’t just venture away from home here in the Grove on their own.  It is bothersome to learn that...

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UPDATE: Scotty’s Landing Fate is Now Uncertain July 16th, 2012

Just three weeks ago, I wrote a blog post to update you all on the status of a beloved Coconut Grove establishment, Scotty's Landing.  It seems that as of last week things have changed, and now all the proposals presented to Miami officials, including the "winning" one, have been scrapped.  The city officials will now start from scratch to find the new tenant to take over the land that has long been home to Scotty's Landing and Grove Key Marina...

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It’s Another Wonderful Day in Our Miami Heat Neighborhood! So . . . Is Everybody Happy? July 11th, 2012

Welcome  to Miami, Mr. Lewis and Mr. Allen!  You better believe "Your Miami Heat” fans share my sentiments all the same: "We are crazy-happy about having you join our Championship NBA Miami Heat team!"  According to today's Miami Herald (oh, yeah, and all over Facebook and Twitter), Ray Allen and Rashard Lewis have officially teamed up with the Big Three for what is sure to be another exciting season!  Priorities shifting by the day in Miami--with all the buzz.  Just gotta...

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Spa Month Miami – Are You Worthy? July 10th, 2012

Lapis Spa at Fountainebleau Some of us find it nearly impossible to set aside time and money for some much needed and well-deserved pampering, so right about now is a good time to be wondering, “is this any way to treat ourselves?"  We know all the familiar excuses, such as "we don't have the time”, “we should be saving instead of spending lavishly," blah, blah, blah!  So instead, we conjure up lots of other comfortless things to be doing instead if...

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Scotty’s Landing Waves a Bittersweet “Good-Bye” June 27th, 2012

Scotty's Landing, a Coconut Grove landmark and local favorite, is officially no longer!  On Friday, June 22nd, a panel selected the bid by David One, LLC, as the future tenants which is currently home to Grove Key Marina and the laid-back bayfront restaurant so many of us Grovites have frequented for more than 20 years.  Earlier this week, The Miami Herald reported that David One, LLC, is a collaboration of Jimmy Flanigan, of Flanigan’s restaurant chain, and Matt Johnson, the owner...

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Believe the Housing Market is Going Up? You Bet, and You Better Act Now! June 25th, 2012

As Housing Inventory Dwindles . . . I have always enjoyed selling real estate in Miami because there is always so much changing around me from week to week, no matter what the market is revealing according to all of the comments and media around.  What is going on right now is certainly interesting, and if you are a buyer, you likely feel the housing market is “playing rocket,” especially in the same upward direction, as you quickly realize it slipping...

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Where will you be taking Dad on Father’s Day? June 14th, 2012

Although my kids are grown, and I personally think we should honor our parents every day, not just on a commercial holiday (yes, that goes for Mother’s Day, too), any excuse is a good one to get together with those you love and celebrate being a family, whatever that means for you.  My family and I will probably enjoy a peaceful afternoon on the boat, taking in all the beautiful views Miami’s skyline has to offer.  If you are wondering...

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