Ultimate glass fireplace

Be dazzled by this pyramid shape clear fireplace. Serene, clean-lines and the ability to not take very much visual space is a huge plus in my world where space is at a premium!
Real simplicity, the fireplace is the focal point of any room and you may find this in pyramid or rectangular shape with clear or tinted glass by Bloch-design

Where to dine in Naples?

Directory by Name

Directory by Cuisine

Directory by location

With so many dining establishments in Southwest Florida, residents and visitors have many culinary choices. n dining provides the only comprehensive directory of fine dining establishments in Naples, Bonita Springs and Marco Island.



Via nthe magazine of Naples

Naples Wine Festival Raises $14 Million...

This year's Naples Wine Festival didn't top last year's record of $ 15.6 million but $14 million isn't too shabby in this economy.
The Florida festival always brings the big spenders. Tickets to the festival cost $7,500 per couple but with the real money, which is all donated to less fortunate families and children, comes the extravagant auction items.
Some of the high-end wine lots included $190,000 for a three-liter bottle of 1990 Vega Sicilia, plus a visit to the winery, $220,000 for a case of 1961 Bordeaux and $240,000 for six magnums of Screaming Eagle cabernet and two commemorative Harley Davidson motorcycles and gear.
The festival also always features high-end cars. This year Mr and Mrs Monte Ahuja bid $450,000 for the rights to own the first U.S.-delivered Bentley Brooklands coupe. The auction also features walk-on parts in television shows, front-row seats at fashion shows and trip to the Oscars. Perhaps what's most amazing about this event is that all that money comes from just 500 guests bidding on over 70 lots. Over eight years the auction has raised nearly $70-million for children and families.

Posted by Deidre Woollard via Luxist

Wood, Stone and Water

I've been lucky to find homes with great woodwork lately.
This one in Bellevue, Washington is one of the most amazing I have seen.
It is a four-bedroom home designed to invoke a zen-like serenity.
The home was designed by architect Curtis Gelotte, who calls it Wood, Stone and Water on his site.
Rough stone fireplaces and large windows as well as an indoor waterfall help complete the feeling of rustic calm. The staircases here are just amazing but the most stunning piece of design in the home is the custom designed tea-house canopy over master bed.
What a place to sleep.
It is listed at $3.5 million

Posted by Deidre Woollard via Luxist

This is my space...

Enter my world of design!

Contemporary sofa, Made in Italy in your choice of fine Italian leather...

Simply enjoy the sleek look and the comfort of luxurious leather.

This has been # 1 choice for my home in Naples.

Paradise has only one address...

Elite travelers seeking a luxury vacation home experience -now have a wealth of options to consider...

Enjoy spectacular views of The Gulf of Mexico, Turkey Bay and the city lights of Naples from any of the residences at the Grande Phoenician at the Dunes.

The Phoenician offers amenities including The Plantation Club, Private Grande Preserve Concierge Service, tennis, resort style pool with tiki-bar, state-of-the-art workout facilities as well as The Floridian Club, The Grande Preserve’s private beach club

Residences starting at $ 1M

Modern Art

Julie 53 x 43.5 $ 1,398

Thoughts of When Male 24x30 $ 950

Thoughts Of When Female 24x30 $ 950

Bargain Hunting Street People 35x47 $ 1,178

In Fours # 14414 36x48 $ 1,278

This modern art collection comes from the Victor Klauss art collection of East Germany.
Rich vibrant colors in oil and a romantic theme are obvious. Klauss always includes hidden messages addressing modern issues with his contemporary style.
Most of the limited edition pieces are numbered, signed by the artist and delivered with a certificate of authenticity
Each series contains about 500 limited edition oils. The original is destroyed and 500 copies are certificated and signed by the artist.

Email me if you are looking for any of these pieces.

Diamonds are forever...

If you are searching for the finest in Italian leather bedroom Logan is it.

If you prefer the finest wood Italian furniture, Firenze and Bellagio are it.

If you need something more affordable, Rose Italian collection is here for you.

Smoaking hot crocodile Italian leather on black lacquer with diamond accents.

Of course the diamonds are glass but the bedroom set is real authentic Italian quality

Aquada Amphibious Vehicle

How fun would it be to go out for a drive on a hot summer afternoon and, on a whim, shoot right out onto the lake? No troublesome boat or trailer to deal with, just press a button in the car and head out into the waves. The Gibbs Aquada is a land-sea hybrid that's actually been around for awhile (3 years) but the real news here is that it's headed to the States in the not-too-distant future. Capable of going up to 100 mph on land and 30 mph on water, it's the ultimate weekend toy for the rich and spoiled, and is expected to be available in the U.S. for just under $100,000 in the first half of 2009.

Posted by Rigel Gregg

Naples contemporary...

Finest 165' frontage waterfront estate in Park shore with Gulf Access.
Contemporary designed by Walter Keller and built by Borin Craig and Barber.
Spacious rooms with magnificent foyer, African Wenge wood and Carrara Marble for flooring.
Four plus den bedrooms in 8,000 square feet.
Breath taking sunsets over your own private Pool and Jacuzzi spa overlooking Venetian Bay.
Listed at $ 5,700,000

Dear readers, please rank the properties you like the best.

Estate of the day...Port Royal

There is something peculiar about this home.

Built in 1990 it exudes pink, pink and more pink...

If you are not a fan of this style as it can all be a bit much.. remember the overall theme is very consistent with relaxing Floridian lifestyles.

This beach home is over 10,000 square feet with five plus den bedrooms and sits on the gulf of Mexico in Naples, Port Royal.

This estate is listed at $23,900.000.

Numero uno Yacht for sale

Do you need a sailing yacht for regatta season?
The 131-foot yacht was built by Perini Navi in 1984 but has since gone through a major refit so that she is in like new condition.
The yacht has five cabins and ample room for a crew of six.
With a jacuzzi tub and cushions on the sundeck for lounging, the yachts draft can also be reduced to 2.6 meters meaning that she can go into areas not usually accessible by yachts of this size.
Listing price: 7.9 million euros.

Escape the winter blues...

Cold, crispy, frosty, winter arrives chilling many a heart- but not yours.
For you and your family, winter is the season in the sun.

Whether those pleasures be relaxing on a white sandy beach or the pursuit of a white ball across endless fields of greens- here you find your nirvana.
Dodge the snowflakes and hop on any jet... in less than two hours, you'll be on the beach or on the fairway, leaving the rest of the world, and winter, out in the cold.
Dare to dream and summon up your experience!

N for Naples

Welcome to Naples Florida - A Wonderful Place to Live.

Naples has been my home for over 10 years now.

My son Nicholas grew up in this beautiful paradise.

There is no easier place than Florida to incorporate a sense of vacation in everyday life.

Dear Readers...

I am excited to launch my first BLOG, and I have some amazing things in store for you.

On this BLOG site you will have access to continuously-updated real estate news, the latest and hottest real estate deals, plus a varied assortment of information and news items that I believe you will find interesting.

I invite you to post your comments, too.