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LIFESTYLE LETTER
MARCH 2021 PUBLISHER
Rob Hannon | rob.hannon@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR
Welcome to our home issue! COMING HOME MEANS DIFFERENT THINGS TO EACH OF US. For the new parents bringing home their first baby, it's all about provisions, safety and sleep.
Sue Collins | scollins@lifestylepubs.com SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
Paige Shirk AD DESIGNER
Matthew Endersbe L AYO UT DESIGNER
Dana Rudolph
To a veteran, home means hugs, mom's cooking and quiet conversation. For the family that moves more frequently, home is about favorite books, favorite framed photos and that cozy sofa.
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Stacy Vermylen CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
AMP Shots Media, Jennifer Brinkman
For me, and I suspect for you, home is defined by family. Belongings are creature comforts, but it's the faces around the table, voices in the kitchen and the sharing of memories that mean more than the four walls. While family visits have been curtailed over the last year, we've had to rely on FaceTime and Zoom visits in the living room and conversations over the phone to keep us connected. I'm so thankful there is a light at the end of the tunnel and hope your home will soon be full of the things that matter most - your extended family. In the meantime, we find joy in our homes and for some, our garages! Check out our story on the young entrepreneur who launched Blue Diamond Garage + Home
CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore
Solutions to bring the ultimate garage experiences to his Naples clients. We also
ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor
turned to real estate giant, Joe Pavich who shares a tour of two stunning homes
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson
currently listed for sale. The market is HOT!
AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams
We appreciate you reading Naples Lifestyle magazine this month and hope you
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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2021
FEATURES 12 Namaste at Home Setting up your at-home yoga practice.
20 A Culinary Adventure That Gives Back Club pivots to chefs’ kitchens for annual event for gourmands.
24 Where the Big Boys and Girls Play Blue Diamond Garage and Home Solutions renovates garages into showplaces.
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30 The art of tubbing Staycations that offer bubble baths for the ultimate relaxation.
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
12 DIY 24 Open House 30 Local’s Choice 32 Renovate & Refine
GOOD TIMES
Hello, Naples Our photographer Jennifer Brinkman captured smiles last month at Naples Botanical Garden, Baker Park and out and about in town. Thanks for sharing your smiles, Naples!
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THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION’S INAUGURAL CAREER PATHWAYS LEARNING LAB HOME
topics such as starting an email account, searching or browsing the library’s catalog, downloading ebooks or eaudio books, searching the Internet,
Staff, students and donors of The Immokalee
conducting basic research using the Library’s
Foundation, along with BCB Homes, gathered
electronic resources, or other computer basics.
at the site of the inaugural home in the founda-
Bring your fully-charged device and your library
tion’s Career Pathways Learning Lab 18-home sub-
card! Contact library staff to make an appoint-
division to inscribe messages of goodwill on the
ment. Naples Regional Library: 239.263.7768
roof trusses before they were raised. Gregg D. Sjoquist, chairman of the Wasie
HEY KIDS, LET'S FISH
Foundation, generously underwrote the cost of the
The Kids' Fishing Clinic is a one-day educa-
neighborhood’s first home, inscribed a message
tional event conducted by the Marine Industries
for the future owners: “Only in America, the land of
Association of Collier County Foundation, with the
the free and home of the brave, are all things possi-
help of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation
ble.” immokaleefoundation.org.
Commission (FWC). The primary goal of this pro-
CONSERVANCY NAMES NEW BOARD
gram is to create responsible marine resource stewards by teaching children about Florida's
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida members
marine ecosystems and ethical angling skills. The
elected four new directors, Nancy Anthony, Pam
Clinic also teach fundamental saltwater fishing
Brown, Leslie Frécon and Tom Watkins. Anthony
knowledge and skills while promoting a positive
is chairperson of Fernwood Council LLC, and
fishing experience. Naples Pier, 25 12th Avenue
serves as an independent trustee for another
S. For more information please visit: miacc.org or
family trust. Her grandfather, Sidney Swensrud,
call 239.682.0900.
was an early board member of the Conservancy and established the first fund for hiring a profes-
SEE YOU AT THE MOVIES.. SAFELY
sional CEO. Brown is a ranch owner and lifelong
The Naples Players presents TNP Drive-In
resident of Immokalee. Her personal mission is
Movie Nights sponsored by The Inn on Fifth and
to foster best practices and sensible approaches
will be showing on a 33′ foot screen using state
for Collier County’s growth that promote stew-
of the art projection technology. Parking starts
ardship of south Florida’s unique environment.
a 7pm, movies begin promptly at 8 pm. With
Pam’s 30-year commitment to civic service began
movie-musicals and blockbuster favorites, there’s
with an appointment to the Immokalee Water and
something for everyone to enjoy. Choose from 2
Sewer District Board of Commissioners by former
different movies each month, and enjoy these clas-
Governor Bob Graham, a position she held for
sic films on our 33′ screen and 12,000-lumen pro-
12 years. Prior to founding LFE Capital, Frécon
jector. Concessions and non-alcoholic beverages
was senior vice president, corporate finance, for
available for purchase. 50 spot maximum each
General Mills, responsible for the treasury, cor-
night. March 9-10, Breakfast at Tiffany's. March
porate development and risk management func-
23-24, Beauty and the Beast. Tickets required for
tions. Watkins is a former pharmaceutical and bio-
entry. 300 8th Street South. NaplesPlayers.org
technology company executive, and now serves on several corporate and nonprofit boards.
BOOK A LIBRARIAN Not sure where to start on a research project? Want special coaching on basic computer skills or using the library’s eResources on your own device? The Book-a-Librarian sessions are tai-
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the Collier County Library, Naples. A library staff
love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.
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com/Naples using the Get In Touch link and let us
ers who want in-depth technical assistance on
know what you think.
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SETTING UP YOUR AT-HOME YOGA PRACTICE
Namaste at Home ARTICLE NATALIE WILLIAMS
NATALIE WILLIAMS GRADUATED WITH A BS IN EXERCISE SCIENCE WITH A CONCENTRATION IN FITNESS AND WELLNESS MANAGEMENT, CERTIFIED TEN YEARS AS A YA 200HR YOGA TEACHER, NASM PERSONAL TRAINER AND GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR. “Yoga is my passion, I love to share the health benefits from practicing yoga with others! Currently, I teach yoga; one on one, in groups, online and at events,” Natalie says. Want to set yourself up with an efficient home yoga space? Here’s how!
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+ 1. Yoga MatFor stability, balance, comfort and grip to help prevent injury and support poses.
+ 2. Yoga BlocksUse to properly align and deepen asanas (poses) and for making yoga poses accessible to beginners and individuals with other physical imitations. Blocks give us countless ways to create different variations of poses and gain muscle engagement awareness.
+ 3. Yoga StrapAn essential part of yoga practitioners’ toolkit! Adjust by shortening or lengthening to deepen flexibility while
improving
posture,
increase range of motion while preventing injury guiding practitioners into poses correctly.
+ 4. Yoga BolsterHelps support difficult poses. Unlike pillows, bolsters are firm and very supportive allowing the body to relax and relieve tension while being properly supported. Find one with washable and durable material that holds firmness appropriate for your practice.
+ 5. Yoga BlanketKeep warm in restorative poses and meditation, add cushioning under joints during asanas, fill in space when flexibility is not quite there yet and, deepen heart openers.
+ 6. Eye Bag- Applying light pressure on the eyelids communicates to our parasympathetic nervous system to relax.
+ 7. Mat CleanerMake your own cleaner at home with a bottle of warm water and a couple of drops of dish soap.
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An enduring Naples tradition HONORING TRADITIONS, COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE SINCE 1947
Painting of Naples Yacht Club by Paul Arsenault
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ARTICLE NAPLES LIFESTYLE STAFF | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
Wide Open Spaces
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TWO STUNNERS
190 16th, Naples Located in the heart of Olde Naples on the corner of Gordon Dr.
market with five bedrooms plus office, 5.5 bathrooms, 5,032 sf under
And 16th Ave S., this two-story contemporary, coastal-style estate sits
air, and an oversized three-car garage with room for lifts. Floor-to-
on a lakefront corner lot just steps from the Gulf of Mexico. Designed
ceiling impact-resistant sliders open to the expansive outdoor enter-
by John Cooney & built by BCB luxury home builders, this home has
taining area with a full summer kitchen, heated infinity-edge pool and
exceptional quality construction and attention to detail. Exquisite light-
spa, 69’ composite wood dock and fire pit. Luxurious first floor master
filled, open concept, clean and sophisticated style with cool neutral
with two walk-in closets and spa-like master bathroom complete with
tones, wide plank wood, marble and tile flooring, high tray and beamed
two showers, dual vanities, and soaking tub. Second-floor floor family
ceilings and custom moldings and woodwork as well as a unique 448
room and three guest suites. Professionally designed with hand-
bottle glass-enclosed wine divider. This is the cleanest resale on the
selected European furnishings. $7,395,000
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26370 Woodlyn, Bonita Springs This estate home is on one of the best lots in the exclusive Baywoods neighborhood of Bonita Bay. Beyond the lushly landscaped circular driveway, double glass doors and an open foyer welcomes guests with a gorgeous view of the lake and golf course. With 7,106 sq. ft., the palatial Harwick Homes-built former model is the perfect residence for the active family or for those who wish to entertain on an impressive scale. Defining classic splendor and luxury, this home offers a spacious owner’s wing with his/hers closets and toilets, jetted tub, washer/dryer, and direct pool access. Two custom his/hers offices, four en-suite bedrooms and formal and casual dining rooms. Professional kitchen with top of the line appliances (two or more of everything) is perfect for large-scale meal preparation with a breakfast area and a walk-in pantry plus a 500-bottle wine room. Abundant light, cusFIND OUT MORE FROM JOE PAVICH, JR.
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Chef Drew Egy
CLUB PIVOTS TO CHEFS' KITCHENS FOR ANNUAL EVENT FOR GOURMANDS
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A C U L I N A RY A DV E N T U R E T H AT GI V E S BAC K
ARTICLE STACY VERMYLE PHOTOGRAPHY JENNIFER BRINKMAN
From left, Tommy Francavilla, Mary Brandt, Junior Gordon, Modesta Reyes, Samuel Yos, Nicholas DePirro, Drew Egy
THE SECRET ORGANIC VEGETABLE AND HERB
chosen by guests, just like a dining reservation, and all
GARDEN BEHIND THE RESTAURANT VERANDA E IS
lunches are held outdoors or in high airflow areas of the
ONE OF THE REASONS THAT GUESTS WILL HAVE A
restaurants, with social spacing with your safety in mind.
VERY SPECIAL CULINARY ADVENTURE AS PART OF
In addition to the demonstrations by the chefs, guests
A LUNCHEON EVENT PRESENTED BY THE NAPLES
will enjoy a 3-course meal, a glass of wine, and gifts and
WOMAN’S CLUB. Veranda E, with its gorgeous patio
offers from local sponsors. Guests will find out which
surrounding the pool of the Hotel Escalante, is one of 13
chef will entertain them when they get their personal
Naples restaurants that will host A Culinary Adventure
invitation a week before the luncheon.
That Gives Back. This series of luncheons was developed
The Naples Woman’s Club is a volunteer service and
as an alternative to the sell-out Kitchen Tour that the
philanthropy club with nearly 300 members, based in
Club had held for the past eight years. The Kitchen Tour
Old Naples, and the Club has served the Naples and
included trips to gorgeous homes in the Naples area, and
Collier County community for over 85 years. Each year
featured chefs who presented a signature dish. However,
the Club raises funds for college and scholarships and
the rise of COVID-19 has made such tours impossible in
grants for social service agencies (Meals of Hope, Meals
2021, so the Club has devised an experience that brings
on Wheels, St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, and the
guests to the chefs’ kitchens instead!
Judy Sullivan Resource Center); members also are active
The last in a series of three luncheons this season
performing volunteer services.
will be held on March 24 (reservations due by March
Tickets are $125 with half of the proceeds support-
14) at 13 award-winning restaurants, including Veranda
ing the restaurant; the remaining net proceeds will
E, The French, Osteria Tulia, Trulucks, 21 Spices, Sails,
be awarded in grants from the Naples Woman’s Club.
Barbatella, Dorona, Grappino, Seasalt, Ridgway Bar &
A special thanks to our main sponsors: Mercedes
Grill, Lemonia (at the Ritz Carlton Tiburon) and Bayside.
Benz of Naples, Naples Aesthetic & Wellness
At each venue, small exclusive groups will enjoy a
Institute, Gulf Coast International Properties, and
special Interaction with the chef and each restaurant
Moran Wealth Management. Register online at
will feature something different. The size of the table is
CulinaryAdventureNaples.org
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G A R A G E
OPEN HOUSE
WHERE THE B I G B OY S A N D G I R L S P L AY BRENNEN SEAMAN’S COMPOSURE INSTILLS CONFIDENCE AND, BECAUSE OF HIS COMMITMENT TO SERVICE, UNWAVERING QUALITY AND ABILITY TO NURTURE RELATIONSHIPS, HIS CUSTOMERS TRUST HIM WITH THEIR MOST PRIZED POSSESSIONS. Their toys.
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Partners, Alan Forbus (left) and Brennen Seaman. Their positive attitudes and customer service drive their business.
BLUE DIAMOND GARAGE AND HOME SOLUTIONS
The 20-year-old entrepreneur recently expanded his high-end auto detailing company into the luxury garage and home facility maintenance market, building dream garages for those big boy and big girl toys. He’s partnered with businessman Alan Forbus in creating Blue Diamond Garage and Home Solutions. Forbus has deep experience in high-growth company operations and specific exper-
ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY AMP SHOTS MEDIA
tise in luxury facility building and maintenance. Seaman credits his ability to connect with people as a critical success factor. “My father always said, ‘Businesses don’t grow. Relationships do.’” Seaman continues, “With high-wealth clientele, the critical first step to earning business is building trust with faceto-face relationships. The next step is to amaze them with great service — to give more than is expected — and that’s been our philosophy, which I credit with much of our success.”
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OPEN HOUSE (CONTINUED)
By 19 years of age, Brennen had become a tremendously successful entrepreneur as the owner-operator of Detailers of Naples, a high-end automobile detailing service. The team at Detailers of Naples provides their clientele with white-glove mobile and in-shop detailing services, restoring and maintaining luxurious vehicles and fleets to showroom-quality luster. In addition, the company has pioneered a subscription service business model for their mobile detailing — delighting customers with concierge-type services for a small monthly fee.
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While serving detailing customers at their homes, Seaman uncovered a demand for luxury garage and home solutions. He discovered that his clients — who prefer private, exclusive service on their vehicles — also had a need for the same luxurious, white-glove service for their spacious garages, exteriors, driveways and entertaining areas of their homes. Blue Diamond services the homeowner that’s obsessed with their high-end automobiles and wants to have the ultimate garage experience in their own home. In addition, the company manages and maintains luxury living areas, driveways and exteriors — giving these spaces the wow-factor and sheen that deluxe spaces deserve. Accessories that go beyond a floor or cabinet system include custom-installed car lifts, designed to maximize car space in one area, custom LED lighting, audio/video setups along with security systems to protect the toys.
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NEED A STAYCATION? DON'T FORGET THE BUBBLES.
tub time WHEN I TRAVEL, I CAN TURN INTO A SPOILED LITTLE BRAT. If the tub isn’t deep enough to soak submerged, or the towels aren’t soft and thick enough to curl up with, I may start to pout. I grew up with four older brothers and we all shared one full bathroom, so long soaks in the tub were not encouraged. When we lived in England, our ancient house only had a tub (which I loved...my husband, not so much) but in our apartment in Hong Kong, the precious bathroom real estate went to a shower. Now, when I travel, I quietly request a room with a tub and assess not only the cleanliness of the bathroom (must be undeniably spotless) but also the of standard amenities, including luxurious bathrobes
there’s nothing more indulgent than a long hot soak.
of French terry knit in a satin shell and designer toi-
We found two outstanding hotel bathrooms here in
letries. Guests can enjoy an easy stroll or take com-
Naples, should you be thinking about a staycation. If
plimentary transportation to the white sand beaches
you ask me, you deserve it.
of the emerald Gulf, just a few short blocks from the property. InnonFifth.com.
THE INN ON FIFTH The hotel in downtown Naples completed a $5 mil-
LAPLAYA BEACH & GOLF RESORT
lion renovation in 2019, elevating the guest experience
The Premium Beachfront bathrooms at LaPlaya
at its landmark buildings. The renovations included
are often the stars of the room. The bathroom has a
refinements to the hotel’s enchanting rooftop pool
whirlpool bathtub with a privacy window that can be
courtyard and a new level of sophistication to all 119
opened to provide direct views of the gulf from the
guest rooms, with special touches such as porce-
shower. LaPlaya’s terry towels and robes are made by
lain tile flooring, custom quartzite bathroom vanities,
TY Group and are white 100% cotton from the Emerald
contemporary lighting and more. Guest bathrooms in
Collection. The rooms and suites have all undergone
the main building were completely redone and now
recent renovations, with wrought-iron furnishings, luxu-
feature shower curbs, benches and vanity tops of
rious fabrics, and unique works of art — not to mention
all-natural Brazilian mercury quartzite; contemporary
breathtaking water views. LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort,
lighting; locally designed custom vanities; and floor-to-
9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples. LaPlayaResort.com
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ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS
ceiling porcelain. All guests enjoy an impressive list
the products. I think you’ll agree, when the stars align,
PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
lighting, privacy level, quality of the linens, and scent of
The Inn on Fifth
LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
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k i t c h e n
RENOVATE & REFINE
Appreciation For What It Is Original Art by Catie Radney @catieradneyart
get the look WITH HGTV + DIY NETWORK’S ‘BARGAIN MANSIONS’ DESIGNER TAMARA DAY
ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED
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DESIGNER TAMARA DAY IS A PUR-
skill set comes from growing up on a
VEYOR OF THE GLAM AND COZY.
farm. Growing up, she learned all of
This busy wife and mother of four styles
her hands-on skills from her dad, Ward
for the spirited home, mixing glam, com-
Schraeder. After getting married, Tamara
fort, and family. Tamara’s sense of style
and her husband took on old, dilapidated
and eye for what works has created an
homes that no one wanted and turned
insatiable demand for her interior design
them into beautiful spaces.
expertise, furniture and décor .Tamara
One home in particular made Tamara
grew up on the Midwestern plains in
the sought after designer she is today.
Salina,
While rescuing a home from foreclosure
Kansas.
Her
“do-it-yourself”
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Season 3 | Episode 10 View the full project and shop for products at TamaraDay.com.
Banquette Tile: Daltile® Marble 3/8 x Random Mosaic in Venetian Calacatta
Island Chandeliers: Kichler Brisbane Cabinet Knob: Nostalgic Warehouse Deco Cabinet Knob
Cabinet Pull: Nostalgic Warehouse Farmhouse Cup Pull
Countertop + Backsplash: Daltile® Natural Stone Slab – Natural Quartzite in Crystalize (Polished) Cabinet Color: Dried Thyme – 75% (Sherwin Williams)
and neglect, the economy tanked, forcing Tamara to do a lot of the work herself. To stay on budget, she went to estate sales and redesigned furniture to fit her vision for the house. Out of this experience, a new brand was born— Growing Days, Tamara’s interior design, furniture, décor and lifestyle business. On HGTV & DIY Network’s Bargain Mansions, Tamara and her crew transform big, old houses that she finds at bargain prices. While respecting the integrity and history of the homes, she integrates modern design, function and style to the space – perfect for today’s families.
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l i v i n g r o o m
RENOVATE & REFINE (CONTINUED)
Rain Cloud Original Art by Karen Dreyer @karendreyerart
Boulder Original Art by Rachel Harris @studiorhad
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Fireplace Stone: Daltile® Ambassador™ Random Linear Mosaic in Voyager Black
Chandelier: Kichler
Rug: Heartland Beige
Fireplace Hearth: Daltile® Natural Stone Slab – Black Soapstone (Honed)
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View the full project and shop for products at TamaraDay.com.
Season 3 | Episode 11