Home + Design

Gateway to Luxury

Front Doors Making a Statement Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by Taylor Door Co. A front door can define a home, and it's important for that door to fit the house in size, architecture, color, and style. Many people go into a store and choose a design they like, but once it's installed, they may be unhappy with its appearance. Or, they choose something so trendy that in five years, it will look out of date.  "Our company wants customers to have a door that's going to stand the test of...

Home + Design

The History of a Home

16632 East Jefferson Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by HMA While new homes are nice, many older homes are absolutely fascinating. First, there's the history. It's always interesting to find out who built the home and lived there. Second, there are some lovely details that homes constructed today don't have. Let's delve into one of these iconic properties and discover what makes it so special.   Built in 1926, this Normandy-style Tudor home, located down a private lane at 16632 East...

Home + Design

Designing Dreams

By Emily Dwyer Photography by hd Drone, Jay Risner What attracted you to this profession? My love and passion for design. Combining colors, patterns, and personality to create something cohesive.    Do you have a favorite design style? Believe it or not, I don’t have a favorite design style. I appreciate and love a well-balanced design. To me, that means a blend of traditional and modern, creating the most interesting and unique aesthetic.   From where do you get your design inspiration...

Style + Beauty

Princess Dreams

Experience the Magic Article by Susan Baldani No time or budget to go to Walt Disney World in Florida? That's okay. Children can now have a Disney experience right here in Grosse Pointe.  The Lon Next Door Salon & Spa and Part of Your World Princess Co. have teamed up to bring together spa experiences and beloved princesses for a memorable party or event. For birthdays and other special private occasions, a princess of the child's choice visits anywhere from two to four hours, and during...

Arts + Culture

Lifestyle Photography

Making the Most with Nature Article by Robert Musial | Photography by Kim Rensburg Kim Rensburg seems like a natural behind the camera, whether she’s switching lenses on her Nikon or working with clients. It’s an interest she’s had since she was a student at Marian High School in Bloomfield Hills. But she didn’t act on it until after college. “In 2013, I took a photography class in my early 20s when we were in Chicago and things sort of went from there,” said Rensburg, who now lives in...

Arts + Culture

Darkness to Light

Local Artist Sees Art Differently Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Will Schippert When COVID hit, Will Schippert of Grosse Pointe was at a loss – literally. It ruined his entertainment business, and he feared losing his home. "The only thing I could control was the digital art (altering photos) hobby I had started making the prior November," he says. He not only found it therapeutic, but the hours spent on these projects led to significant improvements in the quality of his art and...

Food + Beverage

Healthy Snacking

Power Bites by Rhythm and Blue Juice Company Article by Rachael Schroeder Cherry Walnut Protein Balls  - Makes 12 Ingredients 2 c. walnuts 1 c. pitted dates 1/2 c. dried cherries 1/4 c. almond butter 2 scoops protein powder of choice 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla dash of maple or honey  Instructions  combine walnuts, dates & cherries in a food processor and blend. Add in protein powder, salt, and vanilla and blend. Add in almond butter and maple or honey and...

Wellness

Aging Redefined

Tips for the Winter Season Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by Kimberly Rensburg As we age, the likelihood of falling and sustaining injuries from those falls increases dramatically. However, seniors are staying active longer, which is great, but performing activities safely is essential.  "Winter is a particularly important time for people to be aware that slips and falls can jolt the pelvis and cause sacroiliitis, or SI for short," says Dr. Brian Fiani, a board-certified neurosurgeon...

Wellness

Beyond Dentistry

Healthy Smiles and More Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by Kimberly Rensburg We all know that dentists can fill cavities, place a crown over a tooth, and perform other teeth and gum remedies, but there's so much more to the profession. Instead of focusing on just the mouth, many oral treatments influence overall body health. "We treat things many don't even realize are in the arena of dentistry," says Dr. Jeffrey Haddad, a renowned cosmetic dentist and the founder of Rochester Advanced...

Sports + Recreation

Power of Horses

Detroit Horse Power Helping Youth in Detroit Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by Kimberly Rensburg It’s a program with a catchy name -- Detroit Horse Power. But it has nothing to do with cars. Instead, it’s a program that started with a novel idea – to give Detroit kids the chance to care for and ride horses. That dream has become a reality thanks to David Silver, a young former Detroit elementary school teacher who grew up around horses in the suburbs of New York City. Silver, a...