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March 2020
A Place for Everything

A Place for Everything

by | Mar 6, 2020

Closets by Design recently completed a luxurious his-and-her closet for a customer that gained space from a home recent expansion. Overall design, color palette and textures convey the aura of a couture boutique, blending drama and warmth with supreme spaciousness and functionality. Standout features abound, including glass door panels; dimmable mood lighting; shelves that display while protecting clothes shoes and accessories; a large center island with built-in beverage/wine cooler; and a corner with three-way mirrors and flat-screen television.

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How’s Your Hearing?

How’s Your Hearing?

by | Mar 6, 2020

In our special section on Boomers and Beyond, we thought it pertinent to address hearing loss, as the average age hearing loss begins to present is 65. We chatted with Randy Rose of Rose Hearing Healthcare Centers, about what the first signs of hearing loss are, what to expect on an initial visit to a specialist, and how technology is improving the landscape for those in need of hearing aids.

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Stop! The! Clock!

Stop! The! Clock!

by | Mar 1, 2020

Does the face you see in the mirror conflict with who you are inside? Is the “real” you younger, more vibrant, less road weary? Many boomers report this phenomenon and are trying to figure out how to bridge the gap. I am one of them.

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The Local Catch: Island Institution hits Milestone as Catch 22 starts 20th year

The Local Catch: Island Institution hits Milestone as Catch 22 starts 20th year

by | Mar 1, 2020

Island institution hits milestone as Catch 22 starts 20th year. On an island whose shoreline is literally defined by the tides, it seems at times that its restaurant scene moves in a similar ebb and flow. Eateries open with a flourish, then shutter after a few cycles of tourist seasons. It’s a simple fact of nature on Hilton Head Island that the circle of life keeps turning.

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Dream Boutique now open at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina

Dream Boutique now open at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina

by | Mar 1, 2020

Do you ever come across someone and feel an instant rapport, as if being drawn by a strong magnet? Someone whose smile feels like a hug? Whose joy and verve are infectious? Prepare for that kind of powerful encounter when you meet Lea Mitchell, owner of Dream Boutique—the newest women’s clothing store at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina.

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Old World / New world

Old World / New world

by | Mar 1, 2020

When it comes to luxury homes, there are two distinctly different schools of thought in our little slice of the South. There is the classical “Lowcountry” luxury: think vast open spaces, natural textures, outdoor living and sense of Southern graces. Then there is the more traditional luxury, skewing contemporary with crisp lines, monochromatic color palettes with accent pieces here and there and materials that skew metallic.

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The No-Nonsense Investing Guide for Boomers

The No-Nonsense Investing Guide for Boomers

by | Mar 1, 2020

The baby boom generation, often referred to as boomers, includes Americans born between 1946 and 1964. This means that current ages range between 56 and 74 years. If you’re a boomer, you’re either approaching retirement or are already in retirement now. In terms of personal finance, you’ve likely done some retirement planning, specifically with regard to investing.

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Secure or Not Secure. How the SECURE Act affects YOU

Secure or Not Secure. How the SECURE Act affects YOU

by | Mar 1, 2020

On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act. The acronym “SECURE” is curious to me because many Americans may find themselves paying a little more in taxes as a result of the Act. In fact, the government is counting on roughly $15 billion of tax revenue with the passage of the Act.

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#9PMROUTINE

#9PMROUTINE

by | Mar 1, 2020

Have you ever gotten out of your vehicle with your hands full, or when you are trying to get your kids inside and thinking about what to cook for dinner, and forgotten to lock your car? We are all...

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Brian Patrick Flynn – Bold, Unconventional, and Imperfectly Perfect

Brian Patrick Flynn – Bold, Unconventional, and Imperfectly Perfect

by | Mar 1, 2020

Brian Patrick Flynn, the resident interior designer on HGTV’s Urban Oasis and HGTV’s Dream Home, describes his design aesthetic as “soft-masculine,” and the spaces he creates are characterized by his own mix of styles and his bold, unconventional color palettes. Here, Brian discusses how he turned his passion into a career and how he enjoys shining a light on the imperfections of a perfection-oriented industry.

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Edible Landscaping

Edible Landscaping

by | Mar 1, 2020

Folks have caught on to the lifestyle benefits of fresh organic produce and the joy that growing your own food brings. But the latest trend has people utilizing yard space in unconventional ways to make the most of what’s available, whether an enclosed back patio, flower beds out front, or a few containers on the porch. Landscaping is no longer just for ornamentals! There are so many fun and attractive ways to produce food around your home.

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Belmont Insurance Services: Putting a face on your insurance coverage

Belmont Insurance Services: Putting a face on your insurance coverage

by | Mar 1, 2020

Imagine: (1) You’ve just returned from a hurricane evacuation to find extensive roof damage, a flooded garage, and ruined furnishings. (2) Your teenage son was involved in a fender bender. He’s fine, but your car is being towed to a local garage. (3) You need knee replacement surgery but are concerned about the out-of-pocket cost. (4) Your employee slipped and fell in the office and is at the emergency room with a possible concussion. Who are you going to call?

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Setting the Stage: Teresa Kunich of Group 5 Design Can Help

Setting the Stage: Teresa Kunich of Group 5 Design Can Help

by | Mar 1, 2020

It’s impossible to overstate how important proper staging is to selling a house. It’s one thing to tell a potential buyer that a home has mesmerizing waterfront views, spacious open living spaces and updated appliances. It’s another to set a stage for the buyer, to welcome them into the space and allow them to discover on their own how perfect this home is.

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