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...

Backyard bounty

Nestled next to their house in South Sound is a backyard farm created just a couple of years ago by Chris Luijten and his family, who now relish eating what they grow. Relative newcomers to...

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...

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...

Thoughtful transformation

Creating a rental space which is timeless, appealing, and can capture the best rates for owners, may seem daunting, but with the right advice it can be easy and affordable no matter the budget. With...

What size rug do I need?

Lydia Uzzell of Lydia Uzzell Interior Design, and HÜIS Cayman, provides need-to-know tips on a subject often agonised over by homeowners. Rugs are one of the easiest ways to anchor a room, soften a space,...

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...

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,...

Shimmering shades at Watercolours

The recent renovation at the Renner's apartment on Seven Mile Beach reflects and celebrates the hues of the surrounding sea and island. With a neutral base, the residence mixes the shimmering shades of the water...

Bold and beautiful

When decorating the blank canvas of their one-bed apartment at The Meadows, the owners’ main aim was for the décor to be anything but boring. Jamie and Ross Fortune wanted a statement look that maximised...

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...

Top 5 textile trends to watch in 2025

The textile industry is seeing a rise in sustainable practices, technological advancements, and personalised experiences. This includes eco-friendly materials and smart textiles, alongside a focus on cultural influences and subtle luxury. InsideOut reached out to...

Real estate market thrives through 2024

BY MARK GAUS REAL ESTATE BROKER, SALES ASSOCIATE, RE/MAX CAYMAN ISLANDS The Cayman Islands real estate market and construction industry continues to thrive in 2024, and into the years ahead. Notable construction projects include The Grand...

A garden of the heart

Gale Zappacosta is cultivating a garden that is creating a legacy of enduring beauty. The long-time island resident recently opened Cayman Seaside, a multi-purpose garden events centre in Savannah. “There really isn’t anything like it in...

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...

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...

Compact living

With a hectic professional lifestyle, it was important for Karen Ellerbe to have a comfortable but simple and stylish apartment in San Sebastian. She also travels frequently, including spending time at her homes in Miami...

Eclectic heaven

When designer Melissa Jenkinson purchased her South Sound townhouse in 2019, it was not exactly her preferred aesthetic. “It was very dated, very generic, a typical developer townhouse,” she remembers. “The previous owner had painted...

Settling in at Sailfish Quay

When Robert and Anna Woods made plans to renovate their previous house in Savannah, they had no idea they could build their dream home in their dream location instead. But that is exactly what happened...

Where summer is a state of mind

Mykonos - the very name exudes exoticism, glamour and a feeling of eternal summer fun. And the restaurant recently opened by entrepreneur Frank Schilling at The Grove embodies all these qualities with its laid-back-luxe Greek taverna style.