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LIFESTYLE LETTER

Dear Neighbors

March 2022 PUBLISHER

Gregory Dodge | Gregory.Dodge@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

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In our HOME issue, we celebrate the beauty of Naples. As I'm new to town, I have been turning off my navigation system in my car, and wandering around Naples to learn its smaller corners. I found Brooklyn Dough with a Hole on a chilly Sunday morning. Short Rib and wild mushroom pappardelle at the new Nosh on the Bay. Friends took me for Tuscan Bean Soup at Pazzo. Beef Carpaccio and Tiramisu at the BICE bar. I had a productive meeting at the upstairs bar at the spectacular new Del Mar and after-dinner cocktails at the new Vine Room. Naples offers a seemingly never-ending opportunity to surround yourself with beauty, from the curb appeal of homes, the plating and hospitality at our restaurants, and the friendliness of our neighbors. Please follow us on our Instagram @NaplesLifestyleMag and enjoy this issue! Sincerely,

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inside the issue The Home Issue

F E ATU R E D

D E PA RTM E NTS

20 At Home on Gulf Shore Blvd

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Travel Journal

Open House

Home Update

Back Stage

Decor Trends

Chef ’s Selection

Events

Inspired By

Tour this home with our exclusive open house.

26 Fashion Forward

Naples Fashion Week founder shares her inspiration.

28 Amazing Next-level garages Where car collectors turn for garage reno.

O N T H E C OV E R

This stunning Gulf Shore Blvd home takes our breath away day and night. Michael G. Lawler 239.261.3939 Douglas Elliman Real Estate MichaelLawler.com/

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city scene

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1: Allie Kliegerman of Raveis Mortgage Naples and John Pisa at Nosh on the Bay 2: Gregg & Joyce Poole, Hosts of Tropical Tuesday, Nosh on the Bay 3: Allie, Connie & Jay at Tropical Tuesday, Nosh on the Bay 4: Tropical Tuesday... LOOKING GOOD !!!! Nosh on the Bay 5: Marlissa Gardner, Emillions Art Gallery on Fifth and friends 6: Publisher's self portrait, Judith Liegeois Design Inc, Third Street South 7: Arlene LaRocca, the Naples sunset and DelMar... Three beauties Photography by Greg Dodge

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1: Buh-bye beige. Hello, curb appealing cotton-candy color. Sweet Naples, we love you! 2: For our home issue, we salute the bold homeowners who said YES to color. 3: What complements our Naples blue sky better than bright colors? Have a big day! Photography by Michelle Tricca

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business monthly A round-up of exciting news from local businesses.

Mind Your Mind Initiative Stress, anxiety and fear from the pandemic have affected everyone. To address the mental health and addiction crisis, David Lawrence Centers is inviting the community to prioritize mental health in 2022 through Mind Your Mind. This month-by-month approach to community mental wellness will highlight relevant topics; provide resources, positive content, tips, and exercises for enhanced wellbeing; and feature opportunities to support mental health. More at DLCMindYourMind.org

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New on Fifth Fifth Avenue South continues to thrive with the recent grand openings of The Vine Room Naples, an elevated cocktail lounge with fine wines and small plates. Other new businesses along the Avenue include Oh Snap Media, a photography and digital marketing firm owned by Samantha Bloom, and Esquire Land Title, a locally owned and operated title company serving both commercial and residential clients. FifthAvenueSouth.com.

Go Way Back Dirtbag Vintage was born from the idea that your clothes should reflect who you really are, not who fast fashion says you should be. That’s why their clothing is handpicked from all around Southwest Florida and beyond. Their mission is to provide you with high-quality vintage clothing that’s not only sustainable and affordable but also uniquely you. Instagram:@dirtbagvintage dirtbagvintageshop@gmail.com Call for an appointment 239.878.9787

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More WiFi speed? Yes please! THERE'S A NEXT GENERATION OF TECH SOLUTIONS FOR HOME AUDIO AND VIDEO ARTICLE BY NAPLES CITY LIFESTYLE STAFF | PHOTOGRAPHY BY TECH SAVVY

Have you heard of WiFi6? Do you need more speed for your devices at home? Kurt Pendleton, Mako Davis and Mike Smart are the owners of Tech Savvy, each with more than 25 years of experience in this field, and have answers.

1. TELL US ABOUT WIFI6, THE NEXT GENERATION! WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO USERS? It will still do the same basic thing as everyone is familiar with. It will connect you to the internet, but just with a bunch of additional technologies to make that happen more efficiently, while speeding up connections in the process. The speed is 9.6 Gbps as compared to 3.5 Gbps on Wi-Fi 5ghz. Both of those speeds are theoretical maximums that you’re unlikely to ever reach in real-world Wi-Fi use. The typical download speed in the U.S. is just 72 Mbps (25Mbps for streaming a 4k movie on Netflix), or less than 1 percent of the theoretical maximum speed. The fact that Wi-Fi 6 has a much higher theoretical speed limit than its predecessor is still important. That 9.6 Gbps doesn’t have to go to a single computer. It can be split up across a whole network of devices. That means more potential speed for each device. Instead of boosting the speed for individual devices, Wi-Fi 6 is all about improving the network when a bunch of devices are connected to it. That’s an important goal, and it arrives at an important time: when Wi-Fi 5 came out, the average U.S. household had about 4-6 devices on it. Now, homes have about

9-20 devices on average, and the industry has predicted we’ll hit 50 on average within several years. Those added devices take a toll on your network. Your router can only communicate with so many devices at once, so the more gadgets demanding Wi-Fi, the more the network overall is going to slow down.

2. WHAT OTHER SYSTEMS, TOOLS, TOYS OR SERVICES ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT FOR 2022? A new keypad called Orro has been released that will incorporate an automation system, replace a decora dimmer, add motion detection, control your volume in that room and bring back the intercom concept. This keypad is great for existing or new construction homes or businesses. It can be installed where a dimmer or switch already exists and hooks up to the same wires that the switch used. This is great for a home where it’s difficult to reach everybody vocally and need to distribute communication.

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Employee Spotlight Anthony has been installing and designing audio/video systems for the last 18 years. He started in phone and data for Lee county where he would run and terminate 300 wires a day. After that, Anthony moved into highend custom residential work. This is where he polished his skill to become proficient and certified in Control 4, Lutron, URC and Luxul system design and programming. He is now one of Tech Savvy’s proudest and newest additions. Anthony grew up on a farm and loves working on cars and riding BMX.

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Ian started complex commercial system installations at age 17. After trying his hand at residential installations, Ian’s skills expanded into an expertise of “tough jobs; made simple” and maneuvering wiring. Able to fit under sub-floors and up into condo ceilings, Ian has installed wire in “places people shouldn’t be able to go”. When Ian is not being “tech savvy”, you may find him getting exercise on his skateboard or at the park with his dog, Ruby. In the rare occasion of rain in the Sunshine State, Ian also loves playing video games and the guitar.

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Elegant interiors and seamless outdoor living might be the things you would love most about this Olde Naples home. Or it might be details like the eucalyptus steam shower in the master suite bathroom or the convenience of three additional master suites for your favorite people. Ideally positioned across the street from the Gulf Shore Beach and a short stroll to 5th Ave, John Cooney designed this 5 bedroom, two den home while Ficarra Design detailed the spaces with coastal tones, warm woods and thoughtful elegant choices. Anderson windows and doors allow natural light to stream in and fill the spacious kitchen and family room while Solar Innovation bi-folding doors quietly open the dining room to the covered outdoor area complete with roll-down screens and shutters, a cozy gas fireplace and views of the spacious pool.

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The private owner’s suite is tucked on the south side of the house with a spa-like bath. The upstairs, with a loft and three en-suite bedrooms gives guests and family space to spread out. Full or part time residents of Naples will appreciate the threecar garage, elevator core shaft, additional attic storage, charming eastside courtyard and a fenced in south side yard all in the heart of Olde Naples. LISTED AT $14 , 9 5 0, 0 0 0

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ARTICLE BY NAPLES CITY LIFESTYLE STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY BY THE DESIGNERS ELEGANT AND AIRY, BAY DESIGN STORE

Finding your design aesthetic can take decades. We asked two designers here in Naples to point us in the right direction and peeked into our editor's style file for a serene dining room. Pull up a chair, shop locally as much as you can and be unabashed with your decor dreams! This chic and serene look by interior designer Jill Kersey, of Bay Design Store, can be accomplished by layering textures in soft tones, as well as curating visually interesting accessories in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. Bay Design Store, downtown at 326 13th Avenue South. In North Naples at 5510 Shirley Street 239.649.0906. BayDesignStore.com Make every night game night. Playfulness is a state of mind and these bright pieces will boost your decor to a more engaging level. Shop A Mano for home decor, ceramics, crystal, imported linens, and select apparel. 301 13th Ave S Amano.bz/ Our editor’s taste leans towards minimal and these blocks of colors appeal to her need for organization and simple living. The natural wood textures offer a groundedness. Perfect for dining with friends and family.

1: The tall blue ceramic vase adds depth to the seating arrangement, drawing your eye up and out by contrasting with the cream sofa and other furnishings 2: A golden sandpiper figure acts as a nod to the coastal landscape seen outside of the floor to ceiling windows. 3: A crystal cluster accentuates the gold furniture and draws your eye to the side table, inviting you to take a seat in the soft and textural armchair. 4: The handmade ceramic vase brings organic form to the center of the space. 5: A coffee table book on Lee Radziwill adds height to accessories and evokes a sense of sophistication. 6: The subtle rug featuring a traditional pattern grounds the space elegantly. All at Bay Design Store.

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1 : William Yeoward Miranda Globe Vase in Amethyst 2: Palio De Siena Ceramic Dinnerware from Italy Range 3 : Sferra Linen Napkins with Monogram 4 : William Yeoward Siena water goblet in blue 5 : Italian Made Leather Backgammon Set 6: La Gallina Matta placemats from Italy. All at A Mano.

1 : Every lounge space needs a cozy throw-Pezzo Throw. Made in Portugal from soft brushed cotton with a fun fringe trim. Gattle's 2: Vintage Baumann Salt Chair from this gorgeous California brand. ElsieGreen.com 3 : Griffin Reclaimed Wood Rectangular Coffee Table, PotteryBarn.com and at Waterside Shops. 4 : Pretty and functional. Williams Sonoma Maple Handled Prep Cutting & Carving Boards from WilliamsSonoma.com and at Waterside Shops 5 : DOTTED RUG ROYAL COLLECTION, bamboo rug. Find Furniture Consignment 4751 Tamiami Trail N 6 : Serene Spaces Living Black Hampton Lantern, Available in 3 Sizes, Houzz.com MAR CH 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C O M / N A P L E S

Where Class meets just a little sass. NAPLES FASHION WEEK IS HERE AGAIN!

ARTICLE BY STACY CONDE PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHELLE TRICCA

IG: @ TheNaplesFashionWeek FB: The Naples Fashion Week NaplesFashionWeek.com

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Our hometown of Naples may be far from New York and Paris, but is now firmly rooted on the fashion map with Naples Fashion Week, set for April 4 - 11. Founder Beth Catizone says, “With more than 25 annual charity fashion shows already being fully supported, it was clear the town was ready for our own fashion week. Naples offers an abundance of high-end stores and custom clothier options. Many carry exclusive brands of clothing and shoes, curated by our local retailers and designers from all over the world.” Beth enjoyed a successful singing career and produced award-winning songs before launching Infinite Recording Studios along with her husband, music producer, Steve Catizone. Her passion for events and love of fashion, not only knocked our socks off last fall, but they also help support the community. This lead her to create a board and open the non profit Naples Fashion Week Council. She says, “My greatest strength is the ability to connect with like-minded individuals whose aesthetic and passion resonates with my sense of style and purpose. The Naples Fashion Week Council is a collective of people who share that vision. Together we will continue to create a fashion week in Naples that hosts unforgettable fundraising events to benefit non-profit organizations that help men, women, and children who have been abused, neglected or are otherwise in need. This year, we are working with Youth Haven of Southwest Florida. At the end of the day, supporting each other is of the most importance.” “Springtime in Naples calls for soft comfortable dresses and loose tops from all my favorite Naples boutiques,” says Beth. “I always top off the look with a fashionable yet functional hat for sun protection. For chillier evenings, I love a cashmere wrap or cardigan, light palazzo pants, and wedge sandals. Each local boutique takes great care in selecting and displaying each piece. Most shop owners live and work here and have an artistic eye for truly rare and luxury items.”

Naples Style: According to Beth Understated elegance with authenticity. Tradition meets modern details. High-quality fabrics and natural breathable materials including silks, linen, cotton, cashmere, leather and suede. With our environment, coastal chic is the inspiration, luxury is desired, and relaxed ease and comfort are a priority. Class meets just a little sass.

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NEXT-LEVEL GARAGES FOR COLLECTORS AND CAR BUFFS.

Car enthusiast Joe Kelley’s dream home is simple. The Chicago native and proud owner of a 1967 Chevy Impala SS convertible, 383 stroker, says give him one-bedroom and five garages. Add car lifts and he’s in heaven. “I hear that a lot,” says Alan Forbus, co-owner and managing partner at Blue Diamond Garage & Home Solutions in Naples. The company was founded in 2020

by Brennen Seaman. It was a spinoff from his already successful business, Detailers of Naples, a detailing service for luxury vehicles. Together they made the perfect team and business is soaring. Blue Diamond is considered to be the most trusted source in SWFL for unique and custom garage solutions and makeovers. We asked him to tell us more about this rising trend in American homes.

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DIAMOND GARAGE & HOME SOLUTIONS

Q: IN YOUR 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN DESIGNING LUXURY GARAGE SPACES, HOW POPULAR HAVE CAR LIFTS BECOME TO HOMEOWNERS IN NAPLES? A: Over the years of living in Naples and being in customers’ homes, storage lifts have been on a steady rise in popularity. It’s not uncommon to have multiple lifts in the garage. Naples is such a car town and many of our clients have awesome car collections and need to capitalize on the sometimes limited space in their garage.

Q: ARE THERE MORE OPTIONS OTHER THAN SINGLE POST LIFTS AND 4 POST-INDUSTRIAL LIFTS? A: Obviously the 4 post storage lifts are the most common. Single post are a great option in a smaller garage because of its

more compact design. Another option is a scissor-type lift like the Autostacker which works with lower ceiling heights and smaller spaces. The challenge with this style is space to open the car doors.

Q: ARE CAR LIFTS A GOOD INVESTMENT? A: Absolutely. Having the ability to store multiple cars in one location and not having the inconvenience of driving to another location to swap cars is very valuable. Not only does it save mileage on the car, it saves time and extra money spent on other storage options. The basic 4 post lift to the more complex single post or scissor style range from $5,000 to $30,000. “Our motto is that businesses don’t grow, relationships do. Being part of a team that strives for perfection, having great working relationships with each other and our customers creates a very healthy work environment. Everyone enjoys making our client’s dreams come true,” says Alan. Blue Diamond Garage & Home Solutions, LLC 405 5th Ave. S. Suite-5 239.249.5872 BlueDiamondGarageSolutions.com

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love &

sunrise Head to (the other) coast for a beautiful break

Leave the drapes parted just a bit when you tuck in for the night in a luscious beach-front room at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Florida. That way, when the dark gives way to the morning light, you can roll out of bed and watch the sunrise in your robe from your patio or walk a few steps to the sand and greet the day. Since 1928, the resort has hosted the well-heeled and regular Joes like me to the sprawling property just outside Jacksonville on a special stretch of the Atlantic. Since Ponte Vedra is also a private beach club, there’s an air of familiarity and a slower pace that members bring to the vacation experience. Stand-outs are the 30,000 square foot Hollywoodinspired spa (think privacy and outstanding service) and dinner at the sparkling Seahorse Grille. You won’t want to leave! PonteVedra.com

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Request a table overlooking the beach to watch the sky turn pink while you eat at The Seahorse Grill. What a bonus, having an elevated restaurant at the resort. Stroll the charming property and don't miss the Hall of History after dinner. The palms against the starry sky is all the dessrt you'll need. From the kitchen: bone marrow with shallot jam and pickled mustard seed. Delice de Bourgogne, with fresh local honey, marcona almonds, and dried figs.

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in the city.

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Naples Craft Beer Fest

BAY FRON T OF N APLES , 465 B AYF R O NT P L | 1 2:30 P M Presented by the Naples North Rotary Club Foundation. A celebration of the art of craft beer, featuring a wide variety of beers from breweries across the country and world – all available for tasting. Not to mention food served by local restaurants, whose talented chefs will compete for the People’s Choice and Brewer’s Choice awards for best pairing. NaplesCraftBeerFest.com/ MA RC H 7 T H

Nonfiction Author Series

KEN S IN GTON G OLF & COUN TRY C LUB , 27 0 0 P I NE R I DG E R OA D | 5 :0 0 P M Fascinating topics and authors come together at the Kensington Golf & Country Club in-season with an interested audience to discuss history, geography, sports and many other subjects with well-read authors. Nonfiction Author Series: Jared Diamond – The Swing Kings: The Inside Story of Baseball’s Home Run Revolution. These events begin with a breakfast buffet and the author’s lecture follows. Collier-Friends.org/ M A RC H 1 0 T H

Evenings on 5th & Sidewalk Sales

FIFTH AVEN UE S OUTH | 6:30 P M An array of live musical performances up and down the sidewalks of 5th Avenue South, plus dining, shopping, and more. 239.692.8436, fifthavenuesouth.com M A RC H 1 2 T H

Top of the mornin'

FIFTH AVE S OUTH | 11:00 AM The Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the largest privately funded parade in the state, to celebrate Irish heritage and culture in America. The parade starts at the corner of 3rd Street South and 10th Ave. It turns East onto 5th Ave S and then East on 8th Street South to finish in front of the Naples City Hall. NaplesParade.com M A RC H 1 9 T H

The 34th Naples Downtown Art Show

FIFTH AVE S OUTH Naples’ thriving arts and culture district expands nationally at the last major winter art show of the season. This 2-day event features jury-selected artists from across the country showcasing their work from 17 artistic mediums. NaplesArt.org/naples-downtown-art-show/

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Le Macaron located in Mercato on Vanderbilt

and US 41. The family-owned and operated franchise has been in business for nearly 10 years, serving the Naples community. Unlike others, their Macarons are made with the finest gluten-free ingredients, no preservatives, and are about 80 calories each. Beyond the signature macarons, their menu includes gourmet chocolate, French gelato, and decadent coffee. LeMacaron-us.com

Fjelsted Nord is a new, high-end, custom, and

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curated wood furniture shop located in the Naples area, owned by Keith Fjelsted. Keith has more than 30 years of experience in woodworking and creating stunning pieces such as live edge furniture, epoxy river tables, countertops, dining tables, and more. IG: k.fjelsted and FB: Fjelsted Nord. Fjelstednord.com

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