First, broadcasting live from the Aston Martin Residences sales center, Haute Living’s Deyvanshi Masrani started "Kitchen Encounters" by hosting a panel with three of Miami’s top design and architecture experts Katie Gutierrez, Natalia Neverko, and Sandra Diaz-Velasco, each of them providing tips on the best ways to make use of one’s kitchen, as well as what makes the design of the Aston Martin Residences Kitchen special. Mariana Lima, in-house Broker Associate at Aston Martin Residences, also joined the panel, with an Aston Martin Vulcan behind her. The car, valued at $3.2 million, will be a gift for the buyer of the triple penthouse at Aston Martin Residences. 

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Immediately after, Gavin Rossdale, international rock star as the frontman of the British group Bush and cooking aficionado, shared a live cooking demonstration, hosted by Haute Living’s Laura Schreffler. Bush recently released their latest album, The Kingdom, on which Rossdale told a few stories of how it came together and streamed performances the band has done this year. During his live demonstration, he said, "If you put love, care, and attention to every ingredient, you really elevate it." Click here to watch and read more about his performance during “Kitchen Encounters."

Highlight quotes from the panelists:

Katie Gutierrez: "A home is put to the test in terms of functionality, storage, usability and layout in kitchens and bathrooms. The Aston Martin Residences kitchen is a great model of what it would look like to have everything working and look beautiful at the same time."

Natalia Neverko: “I absolutely love the design of the Aston Martin Residences kitchen. The way it's designed, its color combination, the white and gray, is my favorite. It’s done with the latest technologies so there’s no question about it. I love the minimalistic look."

Mariana Lima: "Aston Martin Residences is eight minutes walking from Brickell City Centre, two minutes from Whole Foods and Zuma. You have the whole lifestyle around you, but also the peace of the water, overlooking Key Biscayne. It's really the most connected area in town."

Sandra Diaz-Velasco: "This [building] is a testament to the Aston Martin brand. The kitchen is the heart of the home, but everything has to be related to the architecture. I like how it integrates the interior and exterior; that's what a dwelling has to have."

For more on Aston Martin Residences, visit https://astonmartinresidences.com/.

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We were excited and thankful to receive 3 design awards in the categories of Large Contemporary Kitchen, Small Contemporary Kitchen, and Small Bathroom. Out of the many great projects submitted from all over the country, Eolo submitted 3 and we were very fortunate to win awards for all 3 in the KBIS Industry Show.

ASID American Society of Interior Design also had us participating on a leaders of Design roundtable to discuss the future of the Interior Design Profession. We challenged the saying of what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas  as we won big for the second year in s row being  an honor to compete with hundreds of these amazing designers throughout the country.

The experience in Vegas was fabulous as Eolo shined again and our projects continued to get the recognition of outstanding teamwork. Upon this great news, Eolo Design celebrates our 12 year anniversary with a bang!

Photo Credit: Moccai Films

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B+G Design - Giselle Loor Sugerman

Photo Credit: Barry Grossman

We were honored to have our two-time clients ask us to help create a 3rd home, their new primary residence, for them, their three teenage boys, and their lovable dogs. The kitchen is open to the family and the proximity of the breakfast room. A butler's pantry to keep all the messy stuff hidden when entertaining and concealed pantry, mud room with a bench for taking off shoes, backpacks and placing sports equipment.  It also has a desk area for the mom.

Ovadia Design Group

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Ovadia Design Group

As one of the most used rooms in the house, we wanted to make sure this exquisite kitchen felt like so much more. By utilizing warm tones and modern clean lines, the architectural details throughout the space are able to shine. The mix of materials and textures accentuate the understated elegance of the overall space while adding depth and interest.

EOLO A&I Design

Photo Credit: Juan Estupinan

This kitchen was part of the gut renovation of a 1960s-era condo with a stunning ocean view. The clients, a family of five, wished for a large, welcoming, and functional space to entertain guests, seamlessly integrating the kitchen with the living and dining areas. Our goal was to transform the outdated, closed-off kitchen into a lively, flowing space where the family and their guests could enjoy the view and each other’s company.

Natalia Neverko Design

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Natalia Neverko Design

Modern Kitchen in Residences by Armani/Casa. A great kitchen design starts from space planning. To get maximum use of your kitchen space, you have to organize every drawer by using a Multipurpose Cutlery Tray Insert, lids holders, and plates organizer. Small details will make a big difference in the organization of your kitchen. Bottom pullout drawers are very popular in the modern kitchen design and will give you more storage space.

Goddard Design Group

Photo Credit: Mark Jackson - Chroma

Every home has that one spot where everyone gathers, and in this penthouse, it is definitely the kitchen.  In creating this space, Chris Goddard of Goddard Design Group opted to construct a large central island that can comfortably seat up to six for dinner or be transformed into a cocktail-buffet for evening parties. The kitchen was upgraded with Viking and Subzero appliances and features honed travertine countertops and lacquered cabinets fashioned after a Ralph Lauren navy blue blazer.  The elevated fireplace of antique brick exudes a warm vibe for all family and guests.

Pedini Miami

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Pedini Miami

Pedini’s signature Dune Collection is designed to give your kitchen a stylish, sophisticated feel that will transform your entire home. Featuring a modern aesthetic defined by its distinctive curved structure and all-white glossy lacquer, Pedini’s Dune kitchen design is the perfect luxury choice for any contemporary home.

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Interior design is a studied art form that requires dedication, attention to detail, and hard work. Sandra Diaz, Principal architect at EOLO A&I design, and Julie Shvedyuk, Marketing & Trade Development Manager at California Closets, were hosted by Haute Living's Deyvanshi Masrani in an insightful conversation. The dialogue included their thoughts on the best use of space, the industry's trends, and the qualities that have led both of the companies they represent to the top in the industry. Watch the webinar below.

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Sandra Diaz, Julie Shvedyuk

Highlight quotes from today's webinar:

Sandra Diaz: "We love to learn, so we are eager to evolve in terms of more virtual communications with our clients, which we have been doing for some years now for those that don't live here in Miami. The clients love the 3-D experience... It's our job to do the due diligence of what new technologies there are... For smaller places in condo buildings, there is the challenge to take advantage of every inch to make it look amazing and spacious... People are focusing more attention on how to position spaces to be more multi-purpose, from a home office to a family room and gym or meditation area... Lighting and technology integration is going to be more carefully thought (on current and future trends)... On the wellness movement, we are trying to bring more greenery into spaces. There are more systems now for homes that are integrating UV lighting."

Julie Shvedyuk: "People are beginning to focus on the spaces that they spent the most time: kitchens, garages, family rooms, and of course, closets. They are using the spaces, seeing what is missing and seeing how to utilize them more efficiently with storage ... We are about 90% capacity reopened. The only hold that we are experiencing is getting into buildings or customers that are not comfortable with installers coming in, but for the most part it's the buildings opening up... In our industry, and Miami in particular, our circles are small and we are inter-connected. My favorite part is networking with trade professionals. You meet people randomly. Having the ability to make people's lives simpler and easier is such a plus... The virtual consultations are here to stay... Our showroom is open by appointment, but we still encourage people to come and look at (the inventory). It does make all the difference when you see our products in person and not so much what you think of before."

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Photo Credit: Juan Estupiñan

The project at Casa Del Mar was part of a complete gut out renovation of a 1960’s-era condo in beautiful Key Biscayne, Florida with a stunning ocean view.

Photo Credit: Juan Estupiñan

The clients, a family of five, wished for a large, welcoming, functional space to entertain guests; add a room with a private bathroom, and seamlessly integrate the kitchen with the living and dining areas.

Photo Credit: Juan Estupiñan

Our goal was to transform the outdated, closed-off kitchen into a lively flowing space where the family and their guests could enjoy the view and each other’s company. The challenge to transform the closed floor plan into an open, integrated space was further complicated by the aging building and outdated plumbing, A/C and electrical ductwork, as well as the elevator lobby.

Also, extant in the space were structural columns that could not be removed, resulting in a chaotic, narrow, L-shaped kitchen layout with limited storage. We designed a curved wall dressed with wood mosaic connecting the foyer and living area to the kitchen, softening the harsh, constrained angles of the original layout and laying the groundwork for a motive of curves and circles which carried throughout our design.

Photo Credit: Juan Estupiñan

To maximize storage and spaciousness, we camouflaged appliances behind false doors, grouping the tallest appliances together to achieve balance and flow. In lieu of an island for the kitchen, we added a dining table in the center of the design, allowing the client to fulfill their passion for entertaining while integrating the social spaces of the residence with the functional space of the kitchen.

Photo Credit: Juan Estupiñan

A large yet delicate sculptural chandelier continued to explore this sense of curvature and transparency. Through a game of proportions, scale, and continuity, we transformed a small, outdated space into a contemporary retreat perfect for a dinner party with a spectacular ocean view.

For more on Sandra Diaz and EOLO Design, visit her Haute Residence profile.

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Photo Credit: Eugenio Willman

Haute Design: Which awards did you win with ASID?

Sandra Diaz-Velasco: We won 1ST PLACE Contemporary Residential Design over 3,000 sq. ft. for our Brickell Bachelor Project.

1st PLACE Contemporary Kitchen Design for our Brickell Bachelor Project.

1ST PLACE Powder Room Design for our Brickell Penthouse Project.

1ST PLACE Showroom Design for our EOLO Senseful Space in Casacor Miami 2018.

HD: Is there one that you cherish more than the others? Why?

SDV: Not really; but as a challenge we treasure our EOLO Senseful Space Casacor Miami because we pushed our team limits in every single way. Those limits included creative, innovative, budgetary, and time, since this was a temporary installation during Art Basel.  I experienced the full support of my internal and external team of Eolo staff, vendors and contractors. EVERYONE jumped on board with the challenge and made possible what I thought impossible. I am very grateful for that, beyond us winning this design award.

HD: How did it feel when you found out that you won one? When two? When three? When four?

SDV: It is something difficult to describe. First, we were soooooo happy and excited because we competed with top talents in the industry. On the second one were like "WOW we made it again!" and ran to get the award. On the 3rd one, we could not believe it… and on the 4th one we were beside ourselves but felt a bit embarrassed… 

Overall, we feel thankful to have such an excellent team inside and outside. It is because of them (Eolo staff, contractors and vendors) that we get to take beautiful pictures of what began as a thoughtful sketch and design concept.

HD: What do you wish to do with your next project that would hopefully merit further recognition from an organization like ASID?

SDV: I would do what we always do. We don’t stop learning and I encourage curiosity to my team. There is always something new out there; an improvement to materials and processes that would render better design solutions in order to exceed our clients' needs and expectations.  Our passion for design is endless, so I believe people and institutions will further notice our work.

For more on Sandra Diaz-Velasco and Eolo Design, visit www.eolodesign.com.

Photo Credit: Eugenio Willman

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Photo credit: Juan Pablo Estupinan

This project was a total gut renovation of a 1970s-era two-bedroom condominium to meet the needs of a young bachelor, with balcony terraces and floorplan revised to create an integrated and open space for entertaining. Ample storage, an open layout, and abundant natural light melded with a masculine, geometric, and "uncluttered" style. The black and white color palette and natural wood accents added warmth, with natural stone coverings on main surfaces accentuating key architectural features to capture sleek, sensitive elegance laced with edgy, contemporary craftsmanship.

Photo credit: Juan Pablo Estupinan

We worked to design a space suitable for entertaining, with plenty of seating, room for gathering and movement, and an inviting, modern aesthetic. Spacious storage structures comprising clean lines and natural materials fulfilled the client’s “uncluttered” vision while serving as a stately, eye-catching canvas for gentle reflections of natural light. At the client’s request, we improved the quality of artificial light in the space while simultaneously taking advantage of the natural light already existent in the structure.

Photo credit: Juan Pablo Estupinan

Attention to detail and craftsmanship was key: high-quality materials imbued the space with compelling yet minimal palettes of texture and color, while also remaining within the client’s budget constraints. The result was a refined, welcoming, and – above all – functional design that transformed an outdated structure into a contemporary, desirable kitchen space.

Photo credit: Juan Pablo Estupinan

This project has received the 2017 AIA Miami Merit Award for Interior Architecture, the Gold Medal for Best Kitchen Under $100,000 in the 2017 KBDN Kitchen & Bath Design Awards, Third Place Powder Room in the 2019 NKBA Professional Design Competition, and winner of the 2019 IIDA Bragg Award for Residential – Single-Family Project. The project has also been named a Finalist in the 2019 Wolf-SubZero Kitchen Design Contest and has been selected by notable design industry educator Ellen Cheever as a teaching tool for an interior designer education course (CEU approved by IDCEC, NKBA, NARI and AIA) to train the next generation of design professionals.

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