Celebrating Cayman’s seafaring past
Cayman's rich seafaring heritage has been a touchstone of sorts for artist Scott Sullivan.
The noted American painter has deep ties to the islands, capturing its maritime heritage – along with its people and landscapes...
Invisible countertops
It's the latest innovation in the kitchen. ‘Invisible’ countertops are trending in the heart of the home, not only adding a luxury design element but also elevating the culinary experience.
Verdant trees so rare
For Giles Smith, working outside amongst the plants has been a lifetime interest.
“I have always loved landscaping, designing, being outside, farming,” he says. “This was a big part of my childhood in Cayman.”
As a...
Paradise Pad
Cynthia and Jordan Tranel are not only a married couple, but are partners in creating high-end homes.
The husband-and-wife team recently completed the luxury spec house Paradise Pad. Although it has now been sold, the...
Thoughtful transformation
When space is a premium, smart design decisions must come to the forefront, with function becoming one of the driving forces behind every decision.
Jill James has managed to strike the balance between space and...
Finishing touches
As the owner of Design Studio, Michelle Butler has composed the interiors of some of Cayman’s most gorgeous residences, and knows that everything from the biggest aesthetic choices to the smallest accents can tie...
Exotic & Local
Images of Istanbul
GROWING UP IN THE FAMILY TEXTILE BUSINESS IN ISTANBUL, Gizem Acar became steeped in the trade’s culture and traditions.
Later she moved to Canada, where she studied marketing and trained as a Pilates...
A gardener’s garden
The quarter-acre garden at Jill Wood's South Sound home is her pride and joy, having started it from scratch around eight years ago.
However, she has gardened since arriving on Grand Cayman more than 30...
Cape Landing wines
Conceived in Cayman and produced in Western Australia, Cape Landing wines are making their mark.
Berna’s garden blooms
A decades-long member of the Garden Club of Grand Cayman, Berna Cummins is passionate about preserving native species.
Invest when you are ready
Caymanian Pam Parsons has been in the Cayman Islands real estate industry since 1993, providing administrative support for top realtors and, since 2017, as a licensed realtor, co-owning Property Pals with her husband Steve...
Island nostalgia
Nestled on a lane close to Cemetery Beach in West Bay, Parrot Berry Cottage is a time-capsule of Caymanian character and charm.
Owner Josephine Hislop describes its style as ‘island nostalgia’, harking back to an...
Elevate your home’s décor
It's a home essential, but one that often gets overlooked.
Window treatments add warmth, comfort, style and privacy to a space – and can make a significant difference to the overall aesthetic.
“Window treatments are one...
Beautiful blooms
Growing orchids can be incredibly rewarding, especially when you understand the small but important details that keep them thriving.
Regardless of the variety of orchids that you are caring for, the following tips from the...
Get the look
This beautiful bedroom was recently decorated by Laurie Ebanks of Staged interior design company.
The room was designed for Yvonne Richter for her granddaughter Lyra Roffey, and doubles as a guest bedroom.
Here, Laurie explains how...
A home on the Sound
This three-bedroom home is beautiful inside and out, with bay windows overlooking the North Sound, and creeping fig blanketing much of the exterior.
Hints of South Beach
Family home at the DeckHouses has mid-century modern and art deco influences.
Beach-chic retreats
Purchasing and renovating a foreclosed condo may be enough to put any young couple, balancing fledgling careers, off future projects.
But for Sophie and Stefan Prior, it was the start of an inspiring and successful...
Design with purpose
For Tom Balon and his family, quiet and leafy Savannah was the perfect place to make a home.
As co-owner of landscape and design company Vigoro, with premises on Walkers Road and in Lower Valley,...
