Walk down Lincoln Road in South Beach, Florida today and you’ll find local coffee shops, and ice cream parlors.  You’ll find people going to the movies, and people browsing through book stores. You’ll find art galleries, outdoor markets, and bustling restaurants.  In short, you’ll find a thriving, trendy area. Flashback a few decades and you’d see a completely different picture. Stores were shuttered and nonexistent, few people...

A luxurious 4,250 square foot penthouse located on 733 Park Avenue that sold for its $21 million asking price was the most expensive sale for the week of February 22 in New York City. Meticulously crafted and designed, the penthouse has three bedrooms, and three and a half baths, in addition to a staff room with a bath. The recently renovated kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances, and an adjoining breakfast room, while the formal dining...

In late January, W&H Properties launched marketing initiatives to secure retailers for three high-profile locations in New York City. 1333, 1350, and 1359 Broadway are some of the most highly trafficked areas in the city, and especially notable for their close proximity to Macy’s flagship department store. That the locations are situated in a major transportation hub also adds to their appeal; the buildings are only a short walk to the...

Whether the past year involved a major home remodeling project for you or just a few simple do-it-yourself projects, it’s likely that your style choices were influenced by some of the major interior design trends of 2012. Casasugar pulled a list together of their top 10 favorite design trends of the past year – here’s a look at a few that you may want to switch up in your home for 2013. Gallery Walls: Large portraits and murals have been...

The words “Cayman Islands,” quickly evoke images of shining beaches and exotic resorts. But for Ken Dart, and his company Dart Enterprises, the islands have provided a new sense of community. After frequent family visits to the islands, Dart fell in love with the area, and purchased the West Indian Club Hotel in 1995. His idea was to create a special kind of project—dubbed New Urbanism—which promotes walkable neighborhoods and...

Granite is one of the most talked about countertop materials in kitchen renovations today. Everyone wants a granite countertop. However, before decided to go with granite, be sure to look at other options.  Do you know the difference between Silestone, granite, marble, and quartz? Granite is a great option, but you’ll find that all options have advantages and disadvantages, and only one option will work best for...