Elizabeth Potter, Managing Director at Baxter Miami, Ramon Alonso, Principal at RADYCA Architecture Studio & SuperYacht Design, and Luciana Fragali, CEO of D/S Design Solutions Interior Design Studio, were hosted by Haute Living's Seth Semilof. The dialogue included talk of Baxter's magnificent designs and how the designers have implemented these use in their past and current projects. It also featured their insight on how they, the brand, and the design industry as a whole went through the quarantine months.

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Highlight quotes from the webinar:

Elizabeth Potter: "On our side, we depend on our clients, and so much of our business does come from the trade community. So when I hear how focused they are, and I know how much they've been working, they make my life so much easier as well because that is my pipeline of projects and work... As a manufacturer, as well as a dealer, we are seeing quick movement from Italy. There's clearly a slowdown in different parts of the world, and yet the lead times on Baxter, the production of our product and our factory is moving flawlessly, so that's very encouraging and very interesting to see. I do believe that this particular part of the US market in South Florida and Florida (as a whole) is going to surpass all the other markets in the US right now."

Ramon Alonso: "I think that the reconfiguration of offices, and how they will be used, is going to be different. We have to understand all these new ways of working on new tendencies, and there will certainly be many opportunities for new creations... There is something about Baxter that makes it over the top. The scale of their designs, the textures, it's just very unique that you cannot find it anywhere... (Speaking about a Baxter sofa at a client's home) I understood the level of quality that we're talking about here, which is that it surpasses anything else that I have used. And we use very, very high end manufacturers."

Luciana Fragali: "During the quarantine, I started doing videos, something that I never did before. I'm not very good at showing off, but I realized that it's great to communicate with your public and tell them what you do know, and give them advice. Just to share your knowledge with people that are interested in getting to know you... My career is divided as before and after Baxter. Sitting on a Baxter sofa for the first time, for me, it wasn't just gorgeous, but it was the most comfortable piece of furniture I have ever experienced in my life. Not only use the sofa but the coffee tables, prints, and everything is so creative, so unique and sophisticated."

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Tuesday, July 7th at 5PM EST / 2PM PST

The Estates at Acqualina President of Sales Michael Goldstein will offer the tools to help you sell, and he will show why The Estates at Acqualina provides what the world is looking for, given today's current situation. REGISTER.

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Top: Ramon Alonso. Bottom: Luciana Fragali. Right: Elizabeth Potter

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The panelists were hosted by Haute Living's Seth Semilof in a dialogue that went into the current outlook of the design industry as the quarantine and shutdown are lifted, their current projects, and the trends they see in the world of design.

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Highlights from today's webinar:

Ricardo Britto: "The beauty of my current position is that I constantly work with brilliant designers on amazing projects. My role is to guide them with my knowledge of on the Luxury Living brand collections, the hundreds of finishes that we offer, and support them to make all the projects come true... When it comes to selecting finishes and we need to touch fabrics and materials, we are able to also to adapt to that with shipping or even in person with our clients in the showroom."

Hernan Arriaga: "A house well done is a house that is completely functional and balanced. It flows from room to room and there is a sense from beginning to end... I tend to leave a lot of organic materials around my projects. They generate an immediate warmth because people get related to them, (the products) make them feel comfortable."

Shanna Gatanis: "What I'm hearing from fellow friends in development, design and real estate is that markets are moving, and there's some excitement for all of us to see some really positive changes for families and better ways that we can cater to them on a wellness perspective and smart design."

Steven La Fonte: "What I'm noticing now more over this past year is a trend a little bit more towards traditional. It was very modern and and contemporary for a while... I see the remainder of 2020 and going into 2021 as being (that) people want to be more comfortable at home, and having more amenities at their home as well."

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Top: Hernan Arriaga, Ricardo Britto. Botom: Shanna Gatanis, Steven La Fonte

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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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Wednesday, May 27th at 2 PM EST / 11 AM PST

Craig Hogan, Vice President of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, moderates a talk with top Coldwell Banker agents from around the world of luxury real estate market: Vanda Demeure (Paris, France), Jade Mills (Beverly Hills, CA), Ricardo Rodriguez (Boston, MA), and Wendy Walker (Scottsdale, AZ). REGISTER.

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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Watch the webinar below.

The panelists were hosted by Haute Living's Erik Haase. in a conversation that went deep into the current outlook of the design industry during quarantine, their current projects, and the trends they have been working with and perfecting to their own styles.

Katie Gutierrez, Natalia Neverko, Eilyn Cueto

Highlights from today's webinar:

Natalia Neverko: "This situation gives us time to stop, think, appreciate, and enjoy the simple things in life. We also have the opportunity to be more creative, come up with new ideas for new projects, which we will share soon on social media."

Eilyn Cueto: "People are dedicating more time to review and move forward with a project in a more personal way, which has allowed us to gain more projects. Some that were on hold now have been pushed forward because people have seen the importance of having a space that they love."

Katie Gutierrez: "People are starting to see how their home really affects their psyche, mood, and overall well-being. I believe that is the trend: interior design is wellness."

Watch our previous interior design webinar here.

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