The CEO and chairwoman of RCC Associates, the nationally renowned general contractor celebrating 50 years in 2021, is proudly sharing dated news, not that it really matters. This is what mothers do when they’re beaming about their child’s accomplishments—and in this case, especially, Beverly Raphael-Altman has plenty about which to be proud. In late October,
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Clive Daniel Home (pictured above) Categories: Office and theater Big picture: A home in Plantation provides the backdrop for two spaces—an office and home theater—that speak to the versatility and attention to detail that the talented design team at Clive Daniel Home brings to its luxury projects. The details: The home office, designed with the
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As much as COVID-19 has travelers itching to see a backdrop beyond their own backyard, not everyone is ready to dive into the deep end. Some people, still apprehensive about air travel or more adventurous and involved escapes, just want to test the water. Enter Pelican Grand Beach Resort, a boutique oceanfront retreat that’s perfectly
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Politicians inevitably ask Fred Guttenberg to take a seat if they meet with him in an office setting. But he always politely declines. “I don’t need to be comfortable when I talk about my daughter,” he says. “You can sit, or you can stand with me.” Standing with Fred Guttenberg shouldn’t be that hard. He’s
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Let the discount days continue! Visit Lauderdale announced that it will extend its LauderDeals program through October, giving residents and out-of-towners more time to explore resorts, attractions, spas and restaurants in Broward County—at special prices. On the dining front, more than 25 restaurants are participating in a program involving prix fixe dinner menus priced at
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Jennifer Homan Vice president of development, Junior Achievement South Florida Background: In her role at Junior Achievement, Homan raises funds to deliver financial literacy, workforce readiness and entrepreneurship programs to 52,000 students a year. The Aventura resident earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in mental health counseling
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Lifestyle continues to reach out to businesspeople all over South Florida to ask questions about the impact COVID-19 has had on their businesses—and what the future holds. Today, we check in with Joey Giannuzzi, co-owner of Farmer’s Table in Boca Raton. Business backstory: The healthy, eco-conscious concept launched by Giannuzzi (pictured, right) and fellow co-owner
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The owner of Phipps Court Reporting Inc. in West Palm Beach, Christine Phipps, will be installed next month as the 2020-2021 president of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA), the country’s leading organization representing stenographic court reporters, captioners and legal videographers. Phipps assumes the role on Aug. 8 during the association’s “Connect 2020” virtual event.
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The Setai Miami Beach 2001 Collins Ave., Miami Beach About the resort: This oceanside gem, a reimagined version of the original 1936 building in the art deco district, combines the warmth of Far East hospitality with contemporary comforts. The Setai features 87 art deco rooms and 50 one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom ocean suites—including a
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One of the region’s fastest-growing real estate brokerages is offering individuals facing job-related hardships due to the pandemic an opportunity to begin a new chapter. The CEO of LoKation Real Estate, Nathan Klutznick, recently announced an initiative to invest in 50 qualified and motivated people—and provide them with an all-expenses-paid avenue to secure their real
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Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach 551 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. About the resort: This all-suite property boasts spacious, residential-style accommodations, many of them with poolside or ocean views. The one-bedroom poolside suite with two queen beds encompasses some 1,400 square feet of living space (as well as a nearly 300-square-foot furnished lanai) with a full
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The husband-and-wife team behind a Boca Raton architectural firm have developed a five-day program that’s perfect for parents looking for an innovative way to engage their children this summer. Matt and Kenia Forget, partners in 5 Architecture, recently introduced 5 ArchiCamp—a virtual camp where kids can develop their model-making skills. Children will work independently on
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