If you have visited a Miami Beach historic house with me you know how I light up.  The architect in me wants to jump out and point out every single historic detail, no matter how minute.  I can’t begin to tell you how many calls and e-mails we get from people wanting to know more [...]

There are several key factors or elements seen in  Mediterranean Revival Architecture.  I have told you about the style and what makes it special, I have also gone into detail about Historic Cuban Tile.  Now I will describe the type of paint that is most appropriate for these homes – LIME-BASED PAINTS. I don’t know [...]

To say that mid-century architects were more practical is an understatement.  Yes we’ve seen a sudden “Green Movement” taking over, and NO, I don’t think this is bad, quite the contrary, its something everyone should be aware of.  But looking at Miami’s architecture, I have to admit that I have a soft spot for those [...]

When buying real estate in Miami, especially in the older neighborhoods like Miami Shores, Coral Gables and Miami Beach, you will have to make a decision on style.  I know the first question you get asked as a buyer is how much you want to spend (obviously your budget will determine what kind of house [...]

After reading a letter to the Editor in the Biscayne Times written by Peter Otto, I have to add my 2 cents.  Here’s what Peter writes: Shorecrest, We Implore You:  Don’t Get Historic on Us – After reading Erik Bojnansky’s story about efforts to expand the MiMo/Biscayne Boulevard Historic District (“They Want to Grow MiMo,” [...]