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...
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...
SunRays shining at Rum Point
Four friends had been visiting the Cayman Islands for many years when they decided to purchase a property together.
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...
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...
FIN: Art Deco dream becomes reality
I've stayed at many resorts, condos and private homes, but this was a first. “Our concierge driver will, of course, pick you up from your home in the property’s Lincoln Aviator,” the soothing voice on the other end of phone informed me.
Kai-Yak Cove
Acquiring their home at Cayman Kai was pure chance for Bryan and Jennifer Hunter.
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman Reimagined
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman has been renovated, with extensive work to the rooms, suites and public spaces giving a slant of island style.
Berna’s garden blooms
A decades-long member of the Garden Club of Grand Cayman, Berna Cummins is passionate about preserving native species.
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...
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...
The wallpaper revival
Fully embraced by both designers and clients, it is a trend which will likely never go out of fashion, but just continue to adapt to the times.
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...
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...
Secluded on Seven Mile Beach
Situated centrally on Seven Mile Beach, this private villa has been tucked away on a glorious stretch of sand for decades, yet many people still don’t know of its existence.
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...
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...
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...