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April 2nd, 2010
Jacksonville Architecture Up Close and Personal
by Susan Friedman
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Jacksonville is fantastic for architecture buffs. Iconic mid-century modern architecture abounds in the St. Johns River city—from the likes of William Morgan, Taylor Hardwick and Robert Broward. A full day symposium conducted by the Jacksonville chapter of the AIA (American Institute of Architects) honored the enduring designs of Robert Broward, a fellowship student of Frank Lloyd Wright.

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Tags: AIA | architecture | design | Jacksonville

February 12th, 2010
Orlando's Avant-Garde Side
by Paul Love
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Last night I experienced DRIP (ilovedrip.com), a performing arts troupe unlike any I've seen in Central Florida. Their latest show 'Fresh' (through Feb. 14 at the Cameo Theater) is a daring, sensual spectacle.

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January 27th, 2010
Show House Eye Candy
by Susan Friedman
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West Palm's City Place South Tower is the glam locale of the 2010 Red Cross Show House (redcrossshowhouse.org). The preview party lured plenty of local glitterati. It all started on the ninth floor's stunning pool club deck, a picturesque tropical oasis. Once sated with exquisite hors d'oeuvres from Chef Zach Bell and a glass of pink bubbly, I went in pursuit of the four penthouse interiors.

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December 14th, 2009
Another Basel Come and Gone
by Susan Friedman

It's always exciting to spend time in Miami when the art world converges for Art Basel. Miami's Midtown Arts District was my destination this go-round. The gentrified downtown niche between the Design District and Wynwood is alive with eateries, residences and tree-filled parks. First, lunch at the newly opened Cheese Course on NE 1st Ave., is an artisanal farmstead cheese lover's dream. I chose a classic aged cheddar melt with sundried tomato pesto. Yum.

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November 17th, 2009
Car Culture as Art
by Susan Friedman
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When I found myself face to face with a silver '55 Cadillac Eldorado, a '71 Lamborghini Miura and a midnight-blue '60 Sunbeam with leather straps holding down the hood, I expected a James Bond-like character to whisk me away for a spin.

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October 22nd, 2009
FT+L's Weekend of Discovery
by Susan Friedman
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We had a blast at our very first Weekend of Discovery, held at the Jupiter Beach Resort (jupiterbeachresort.com). I really like the resort's rich traditional interior (think British Colonial/Tommy Bahama). This gem on the Atlantic coastline has a fabulous spa and Sinclairs, a wonderful gourmet dining spot. Our Weekend of Discovery room rate included a spa treatment, a wine-paired dinner and a Sunday jazz brunch.

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August 22nd, 2009
In Good Company
by Susan Friedman

What housing slump? It was a field day for dapper real estate moguls when Trump Hollywood (trumphollywood.com) recently made its debut. The latest luxury condo with 200 residences - priced from an estimated $1.3 to $7 million -is the collaboration between the Related Group and Donald Trump. On hand epitomizing the glam (big time) were Related Group's Jorge Perez and Donald Trump, Jr., both nattily-clad. On Ocean Drive just south of Hollywood Blvd., Trump Hollywood's glass tower is style galore.

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June 10th, 2009
Midtown Walk-About
by Susan Friedman
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I recently journeyed to the Design District to see the knockout Linah Brazilian kitchen collection new to Ornare (ornare.com). But first, I decided to stroll North Miami Avenue a bit. Smart move. Foo dogs greet you upon entering Midtown Consignment (305-573-5307),  then three tail-wagging Brussel Griffons follow. This unexpected bright space (pictured at left) is one of the latest once-empty locales to find life in this revitalized neighborhood.

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June 8th, 2009
Spa Chic
by Susan Friedman

I just checked out the new and stunning Spa at the Four Seasons Resort in Palm Beach. A gray striated marble stairway leads you one flight down to a sophisticated sanctuary sated with elegant, classic furnishings. Even the light fixtures are standouts. Amidst relaxing taupe tones, I was ready for the business at hand to begin: a facial. The Spa is home to Kate Somerville's wellness line, including a goat's milk cream and body lotion. I found the spa table adorned with Frette luxury linens. What more could a spa lover ask for?

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April 30th, 2009
Why Design Matters
by Susan Friedman
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If I was to describe Avant Gallery in the Miami Design District (www.avantgallery.com), I would have to make up words like "color-liscious." Owner Dmitry Prut has an eye for the spectacular. Look up when you walk in and you'll see what I mean. There's an amethyst red Murano glass Venini chandelier hanging smack in the center that's a total knockout. I just returned from an evening event there to launch Design Matters, a series of lectures being presented by HOME Miami and Florida Travel + Life (we're sister publications).

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