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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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keep this HOME ISSUE on your coffee table for months to come.

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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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AROUND TOWN

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.

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Would you like to get in touch with us? We would

the Collier County Library, Naples. A library staff

love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.

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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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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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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