Author: redline
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A Fresh New Tailor-Made Concept in Real Estate in Benahavís
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The Benahavís area has woken its sleepy head and is getting itself a makeover. With more licences being released in this highly-desirable part of the Coast, buyers and investors alike have seized the moment to snap-up their piece of paradise, building homes of jaw-dropping aesthetic beauty. In the centre of this hive…
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Fresh Approach In Real Estate
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Commissioning an Expert Broker Who Protects Buyers’ Interests Marco Dalli, who can usually be found buzzing around the Marmorin Design Studio, has lived on the Costa del Sol for more years than he cares to remember. He has seen the property market take twists and turns that would make anyone feel dizzy.…
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Great Natural Ideas TO ENHANCE OUR HOMES
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Summer is here, and sprits are brighter after the winter rains and greyness. So what better than to get out and see what brightness we can bring into our homes. How? Easy: get gardens inside – big or small, you can always do it. There are millions of ideas,…
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Cool Plantation- Style Shutters for the Coast
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Two new fitting jobs by Shutters in Spain have the same white lacquered interior shutters made of basswood, but the final result could not be more different. The first project was finished at the beginning of May 2017. This apartment, in a recently completed development west of Estepona, features a…
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Bespoke Designs for Beautiful and Sustainable Homes
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Interview with Carles Moliner, General Manager Reynaers Aluminium Spain Tell us about Reynaers and the products and services you offer… Reynaers Aluminium Spain is the subsidiary of Reynaers Group, one of Europe’s leading providers of architectural aluminium systems for windows and doors, and a long-established and successful global business headquartered…
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Tasteful Tableware
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When it comes to achieving a superlative culinary experience, it is just as important to have beautiful tableware as the delectable food you place upon it. Functional tableware that oozes style and sophistication is sure to wow your dinner guests and make your gastronomic creations look even more impressive than they…
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Smooth Sounds
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Enjoy your favourite tracks this summer with high-quality speakers to get the most out of your music collection.
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Creating a Cosy Atmosphere
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Enjoy your outdoor living space at night with a fireplace that provides a warm ambience and takes the chill out of the air when temperatures drop.
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE JULY/AUGUST 2017 ONLINE EDITION
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Read the July/August 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the July/August 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the…
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Discovering the Convivial Charms of Costa Blanca
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Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited by owners Filip and Shah to enjoy a wonderfully pleasant stay at The Riad Azure Hotel. This modest but charming two-bedroom establishment is situated in the attractive town of San Miguel de Salinas, near Torrevieja and five kilometres from La Zenia beach on the…
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THE ULTIMATE BEACH EXPERIENCE – CHIC TRANQUILITY: BONO BEACH
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Situated between El Rosario and Elviria, Bono Beach enjoys one of the most beautiful beach settings on the Coast, with its shallow waters and pure sand with hardly any stones. The beach club itself offers a tranquil ambience with chill-out music – ideal for families or those who simply want…
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Change the Energy of Your Life
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Toon Roijers gave a presentation at the Andalucía Lab in April about changing the energy of our homes in order to change the energy of our lives. According to Toon, “There is a relationship between people and spaces, and you can be influenced by the energy of a space and/or…
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Early Summer Celebrations… with a Jungle Theme – Redline Company
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Over the past 12 years Redline Company has always aimed to be a leader rather than a follower, playing a key role for companies requiring the top-class services of an external marketing department. To that end, the Redline team decided to make an early summer start this year, opening their…
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Rebranded Company Expands to Capture Luxury Outdoor Market – Acoola
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Leading European shade solutions provider TipTopShade has been rebranded as ACOOLA “to become an ultra-cool one-stop-solution for innovative outdoor solutions”. As part of this transformation, the company retains its motto, “Design, Inspire and Desire”, but relocates to a new private showroom in San Pedro’s Polígono (industrial estate), “where clients can…
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Cyber Threat Awareness Event On-Board the Sunborn Gibraltar
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Gibraltar’s first ever cyber security event will be held on 13 June. The day will comprise demonstrations and speeches from some of the world’s most respected cyber security experts, who will offer advice and solutions. The day will also tackle subjects such as social media exploits, data protection, general online…
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Design Showcase
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Dedicated to quality and innovation, the 56th edition of Salone del Mobile concluded last month after six days showcasing trend-setting Italian and international creativity and manufacturing interpretation. Centred on the overall theme of “Contemporary Elegance”, the 2017 fair also featured a common thread of luxury: “a synonym for precious and…
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Launch of Life Insurance with Special Worldwide Benefits
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Regency for Expats has launched a new life insurance product “specifically developed to protect globally mobile individuals and employees throughout the world”. The insurance is being underwritten by Regency Assurance (Regency for Expats’ parent company) and is available from 1 May. According to Regency, “The policy is particularly notable for…
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Luxury Lounging In and Around the Pool -THAMARAI DESIGN
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Thamarai Design is one of the most experienced landscape, swimming pool and pond design companies on the Costa del Sol, with over 17 years of experience internationally in the field. According to the company, “Each project is designed with close attention to detail, and managed and implemented with great care…
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Inaugural Hotel Art Exhibition by Maiju Tirri
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Finnish Artist Maiju Tirri launched Sunborn Gibraltar’s first on-board art exhibition, which will remain on view until 31 August. Currently residing and working in southern Spain, Maiju has had several solo and group exhibitions around Europe and has works in various public and private collections in Europe, the Middle East…
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Harmonious Holistic Treatments in Elviria
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The owner of a top dental practice in Elviria (Marbella) has opened an aesthetics clinic next door in order to provide a more comprehensive service to clients. Dr. Karl Wehmeyer, who has been working in Marbella as a dentist at Clínica Dental Dr. Wehmeyer since 1999, opened Clínica Estética Contur…
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No Substitute for Passion
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Getting what you want from your job and your life often takes mental toughness, especially – notes Doris Kavcic – when you live on the Costa del Sol and work in the real estate business. She founded Residencias Lujosas Vitalux, S.L. in 2009, “with a lot of passion and joy”,…
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ENGLISH-LANGUAGE TV on RTV Marbella
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Marbella Now is a weekly English-language TV show on RTV Marbella with a new show broadcasted each Friday at 6pm. The show is repeated up to 12 times during the week and is available via streaming and online through their website. The focus of the programme is to help promote…
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Design Services with the Wow Factor in Marbella
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Elisabet Asgeirsdottir, an Interior Architect from Iceland, has launched a new firm in Marbella, EA Interiors, providing top services in interior architecture and design. Elisabet previously had a successful career at larger firms, before fulfilling her goal of setting up her own business. She believes it is important to allow…
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Innovative Update of Aluminium Shutters
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After last year’s successful introduction of the all-new real wood interior and exterior shutter ranges to the Spanish market, it became clear to ShuttersinSpain that the aluminium plantation shutter range was too limited. “High time for an update or, better still, why not replace it altogether?” The company is now…
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Celebrity Exhibition by Rita Martorell
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An exhibition by Catalan artist Rita Martorell will remain on show at the ultra-exclusive La Zagaleta residential estate until 23 May. Rita started to paint portraits 20 years ago, first in Barcelona, later of famous people from throughout Spain and Europe, and most recently of leading members of Marbella high-society.…
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First Person (Femont Galvan)
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How did Femont Galvan come about? After studying in Milan and London, and full of enthusiasm and boundless energy to create and explore, we were keen to develop a project space where the prime objective was to offer designs of great creative quality. Since its birth, the company’s main…
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Exciting Summer News for Clients
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Banus Group is preparing for the 2017 high season with new promotions and new offers for customers. All the team is looking forward to summer “with positive energy and new ideas”. The group is starting five “significant” construction projects, including two turn-key projects that are expected to be completed this…
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GRAND OPENING OF LA TÉRRASSE AT PUENTE ROMANO BEACH RESORT & SPA
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La Térrasse, the new open-air venue situated in the middle of Puente Romano Beach Resort & Spa by La Suite, held its launch party over the Easter weekend with a rapturous audience of Marbella guests who enjoyed delectable canapés and free-flowing wine, cava and beer while being treated to music…
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HOME FAIR EXHIBITION IN TORREMOLINOS
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The second edition of the Home Fair took place in the Palacio de Congresos Torremolinos at the beginning of April, showcasing many companies based on the Costa del Sol from the worlds of home decoration, construction, law, finance, real estate and much more. The event was organised by Yves Sirejacob…
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INAUGURATION OF NEW ITALIAN FURNITURE BRAND CALLIGARIS IN MARBELLA
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International furniture brand Calligaris celebrated the opening of its Marbella showroom, in Centro Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s prestigious Golden Mile, with a cocktail party attended by many of Marbella’s movers and shakers. Guests enjoyed canapés and an array of beverages while perusing the diverse furniture displays. www.calligaris.es. Photos: Johnny Gates.
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DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS FOR HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
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We were delighted to celebrate two Home & Lifestyle Magazine milestones this spring. The March-April issue was our 50th, and it also marked our ninth anniversary. The perfect reason, therefore, to invite clients, colleagues and associates to an exclusive party in the idyllic setting of El Campanario Resort, where they…
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Ultra-Modern Luxury Home in Puerto Banús
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The five-bedroom home enjoys an unrivalled setting close to Puerto Banús beach, with its plethora of restaurants, nightlife, shopping, boutiques and famous marina, while also offering the peace and privacy of a quiet street location. It is just a few minutes walk from the prime amenities at Central Plaza, with…
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Unique Sense of Grandeur and Mediterranean Splendour
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There are few more stunning locations in Marbella. Situated in one of the municipality’s most ultra-select hillside settings, these exceptional villas offer magnificent south-facing panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea. They are just a five-minute drive from the city centre and three minutes to a heliport ( for private use…
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Mark Shaw Moments ON SHOW IN LONDON
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Opening after London Fashion Week earlier this year, the “Mark Shaw: A Moment in Time” exhibition is running until August at the Aston Martin brand experience centre in London’s Dover Street. Best known for his portraits of Jacqueline and John F. Kennedy, Shaw’s images of celebrities including Brigitte Bardot, Grace…
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Bilbao’s Guggenheim – COMMEMORATES TWO DECADES
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The iconic Guggenheim contemporary art museum in Bilbao is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Designed by celebrated architect Frank Gehry, the building radically transformed the northern Spanish city’s cultural and tourist image. Gehry employed advanced software used in the aerospace industry in its construction, which extends over 24,000 square…
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Guernica Anniversary- CELEBRATIONS IN MADRID
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The 80th anniversary of Pablo Picasso’s most famous painting is being celebrated with an exhibition of 150 of the Málaga-born artists’ works from around the world. Titled “Piedad y Terror en Picasso: El Camino a Guernica”, the exhibition will remain on show at Madrid’s Reina Sofia Museum until 4 September.…
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MONITORING COMMON COLDS… and Pulmonary Fitness
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I’ve read a couple of articles this past month that have piqued my interest. The first concerns proof of something that I am sure many patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other breathing problems already know. However, sometimes it’s just as important to raise awareness of things that,…
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Marbella’s Luxury Lifestyle
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The state-of-the-art Palo Alto residential complex is being developed in a magnificent natural setting in Ójen municipality, only a few minutes from Marbella. The developers, Round Hill Capital, and award-winning architects Villarroel Torrico are working with Gunni & Trentino on several key aspects of the ultra-select project. This includes advice…
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Smart Help for Memory Loss … AND SIMPLE TESTS FOR DEPRESSION
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Medical Minutes by John Schieszer A small study is showing that it may be possible to help a person maintain memory in a whole new way. Using a Google calendar application, researchers were able to maintain prospective memory (the ability to remember to do things in the future) in a…
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Contemporary homes are big business on the Costa Del Sol
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If you have been driving along the coast recently – around Málaga, Benalmádena, Mijas Costa, Elviria, Marbella, Benahavís, Estepona, San Roque and Sotogrande – you will probably have noticed that everywhere you look there are new developments of contemporary design apartments and villas but very few traditional Andalucian style buildings.…
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Mountain Traditions … AND THE REAL THING
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There are as many myths about wine tasting as there are about Father Christmas. Many stand up though: if you give expert tasters the same wine twice in a blind tasting competition, it will almost always get different scores. Try blindfolding someone and offering them a glass of red wine…
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Nature & Life
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A pet hate of mine has been plastics. The profligate use of them in shopping has annoyed me for years but thankfully countries have realised that this usage simply cannot go on as it has been. Researching this use in buildings, I came across other good ways of recycling waste…
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Gourmet Cooking
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DUCK DELICACY AT CASTILLO DE MONDA RECIPE: DUCK BREAST WITH BEETROOT, PARSNIP PUREE AND GRAPEFRUIT (2 PERSONS) FOR THE BEETROOT: 1 large beetroot Pre-heat the oven to 200C. Carefully wash the beetroot under cold running water and pat dry with kitchen paper. Cut away the leaves making sure you leave…
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High Tea in a Luxurious Setting
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PUENTE ROMANO BEACH RESORT & SPA Home & Lifestyle Magazine was invited by the Puente Romano Beach Resort & Spa to enjoy a high tea in the luxurious setting of the Sea Grill restaurant. The high tea is available to everyone for just €35, which includes a champagne reception, pot…
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Heater Heaven
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The Ecosmart Glow portable fireplace is fuelled by bioethanol and is a modern take on a traditional tealight. It offers 12 hours of burning time and can be placed almost anywhere. Ideal for illuminating an outdoor event or enhancing a room’s ambiente, with no restrictive cables or gas connections. Available…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE MAY/JUNE 2017 ONLINE EDITION
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Read the May/June 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the May/June 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the…
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Outdoor Lounging
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As we are now coming into the summer months, outdoor furniture is a major focus for those of us living in southern Europe and spending so much of our time enjoying life outside – whether it is socializing with friends and family or simply relaxing on our own enjoying the…
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HOME & LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE MARCH APRIL 2017 ONLINE EDITION
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Read the March/April 2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine online here! Here is the March/April2017 edition of Home & Lifestyle Magazine! Just click on the front cover to view it online! Home & Lifestyle Magazine is an English publication based in Marbella, Spain. It is distributed free of charge across the…
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Once in a Generation RETROSPECTIVE OF DAVID HOCKNEY
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An unprecedented overview of the work of David Hockney will remain on show at Tate Britain until 29 May. Inaugurated in February, and sponsored by the Blavatnik Family Foundation with additional support from the David Hockney Exhibition Sup-porters Circle, the retrospective brings together six decades of the artist’s work for…
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WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH Respiratory Health in Spain?
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By Rachel Garrod As you may know I have a special interest in the physiotherapy management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This long-term condition is generally caused by cigarette smoking but can also have genetic factors. COPD leads to impairment in lung function with patients suffering breathlessness on exertion,…
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Cancer detection … And Mediterranean diet
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Medical Minutes by John Schieszer BREATH TEST COULD DETECT CANCER A new study is suggesting that a breath test might help detect stomach cancer in a much earlier and more treatable state. A test that measures the levels of five chemicals in the breath has shown promising results for the…
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PROTOS FIRST A BENCHMARK OF RIBERA DEL DUERO WINES
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By AJ Linn It is interesting to compare the world’s most valuable brands, as rated by international agencies, with our preconceptions of what we think they should be. Although names like Google (Nº 1), Coca Cola and Apple are undoubted leaders across the commercial board, Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, Toyota, Samsung…
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Authentic Thai Cuisine in a paradisiacal setting
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Food photography by Gary Edwards (www.vpcreative.co.uk) Top Thai Beach is a beachside extension to the popular and highly respected Top Thai restaurant in the busy Centro Plaza commercial centre in Nueva Andalucía. Situated in the luxurious Laguna Village commercial centre, Top Thai Beach offers indoor and al fresco dining on…
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American Dining in A Fun Ambience JACKS SMOKEHOUSE PUERTO BANÚS
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Restaurant photos by Gary Edwards (www.vpcreative.co.uk) Situated on the frontline of the Puerto Banús marina, Jacks Smokehouse (previously named Jacks American Brasserie) has reopened its doors with a new name and a great updated look. Even though the menu is more or less the same as before with dishes that…
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Glamour and Sophistication from Paris to Marbella
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Photo Shoot at Hotel Los Monteros, Marbella Home & Lifestyle Magazine continued its fashion collaboration with modelling agency Scouting Division in February, with a photo shoot featuring ultra-chic styles in Marbella. After previous shows at The Peninsula Paris Luxury Hotel and Double- Tree by Hilton Resort & Spa Reserva del…
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A Future Vision OF ROLLS-ROYCE
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When creating the Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 project, the famous motoring brand’s design team asked themselves a question. “How can we re-cast luxury for the next 100 years?” That initial question led to two others. “What will a Rolls-Royce owner expect of his or her Rolls-Royce in the coming decades?”…
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DESIGN SHOWCASE
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LATEST TRENDS AND CREATIVE INITIATIVES IN PARIS Exhibitors, industry professionals and other visitors keen to stay abreast of latest trends in home décor and design were able to enjoy an upgraded trade experience at the Maison&Objet Paris show in January. As part of their objective to “broaden the fair’s professional…
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DESIGNING GOLF AREAS FOR YOUR HOME
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DESIGNING GOLF AREAS FOR YOUR HOME INTERVIEW WITH LOUIE BREHM FROM THE GOLF COMPANY What services do The Golf Company offer and how is your team made up? The Golf Company is a full service golf construction company that focuses its attention equally on two distinct sectors: the residential sector…
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MAJESTIC VILLA IN A STUNNING SETTING
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MAJESTIC VILLA IN A STUNNING SETTING Located in one of the Costa del Sol’s most exclusive areas, not far from the luxurious Finca Cortesín hotel and golf resort, the villa featured here offers views of the Mediterranean Sea, Gibraltar and northern African coast that effectively become a visual extension of…
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ELEGANT EXCLUSIVITY
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ELEGANT EXCLUSIVITY ADDING A HOMELY TOUCH INTERVIEW WITH CATHELIJNE DE VILDER FROM SIESTA INTERIOR DESIGN Tell us about your showroom in Centro Plaza… It is a reflection of our own style – of our journeys. We offer small quantities, exclusivity and unique pieces. A touch of elegance to suit our…
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BRAND NEW PROJECT IN MIRADOR DEL PARAISO
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BANUS GROUP BRAND NEW PROJECT IN MIRADOR DEL PARAISO The new Mirador del Paraiso project is an exclusive residential complex situated in the Benahavís area, a short drive from Puerto Banús and close to such popular golf courses as Atalaya, El Paraíso, Capanes and Marbella Country Club.At a price of…
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BUILDING DREAMS
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BUILDING DREAMS WITH A LONGSTANDING COMMITMENT TO QUALITY The three key cornerstones of Casas & Reformas’ identity highlight why the company has enjoyed such success in recent years. They are, quite simply (but importantly), quality, commitment and customer service. Casas & Reformas has been completing projects in Spain for more…
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LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL
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LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL By John Graham We are coming to the end of the first quarter of 2017, which is a good time to take a look at the state of the property market on the Costa del Sol. To establish how the market is doing we need…
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Professional Trends
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BUYING PROPERTY TO RENOVATE IN MARBELLA IN A MARKET STRONGER THAN EVER By Mike Pearson It’s been a long wait but finally the property market is slowly but surely moving forward in a positive way. Motion creates emotion, as they say, and there is a feeling that Marbella – together…
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NATURE & LIFE
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NATURE & LIFE CREATING AN ECO-FRIENDLY GARDEN An eco-friendly garden is all about designing with nature and the environment in mind. Learn how to create a functional garden that uses native plants, conserves water and energy, minimises or eliminates the use of chemical fertilisers, pesticides and herbicides, recycles green garden…
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BATHROOM BLISS
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BATHROOM BLISS Slick BATHROOMS Top, The Square Infinity range by Villeroy & Boch is innovative and made-tomeasure, and can be adapted to any area in many attractive matte colours. Villeroy & Boch is available from Puya in Pol. Ind. La Ermita in Marbella (www.puya.es). Above, The Making range by Fiora…
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WOW FACTOR WALLS
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WOW FACTOR WALLS Statement WALLPAPER Top, The Ancetre wallpaper range designed by Giovanni Pesce for Wall & Deco is a real showstopper. Available from UDesign in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.udesign.es). Above The All‘ombra design within the exciting new Talamone range for Élitis features large prints and vibrant colours, perfect for…
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SITTING COMFORTABLY
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SITTING COMFORTABLY NEAT SEATING Cattelan Italia’s Casanova chaise longue swivels and is adjustable. It has a stainless steel or black embossed lacquered base and a wooden frame upholstered and covered in a synthetic leather, soft leather or pony skin leather. Cattelan Italia is available from The White House in Urb.…
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DINING IN
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DINING IN DINING AT HOME With Style Kenneth Cobonpue’s Parchment dining table displays fine layers of wood that look similar to the pages of an archaic manuscript. Through a natural warping process, the dramatic, sculptural top rests upon a steel base. The Parchment chair comes in a variety of different…
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EXCITING LIGHTING
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EXCITING LIGHTING LIGHT DELIGHT LIGHTING IS ESSENTIAL TO SETTING AN AMBIENCE FOR A ROOM OR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE, SO IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE CAREFULLY. ALONG THE COAST WE ARE FORTUNATE TO HAVE SO MANY RETAILERS WHO SELL CREATIVE LIGHTING WHICH GIVES YOUR HOME THE REAL WOW-FACTOR. HERE ARE JUST…
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FABULOUS FABRICS
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FABULOUS FABRICS FANCIFUL FABRICS RE-UPHOLSTERING A TIRED SOFA OR CHAIR CAN COMPLETELY TRANSFORM THE ROOM. TURN YOUR FAVOURITE OLD PIECE OF FURNITURE INTO A STATEMENT PIECE BY INVESTING IN SOME GORGEOUS, LUXURIOUS FABRIC AND SEE THE DIFFERENCE… The exclusive Opus Uno collection from JAB Anstoetz’s premium line Grandezza is a…
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BEDROOM BLISS
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BEDROOM BLISS Make your bedroom your paradise. After all… at the end of a busy day it is where you relax and recharge your batteries for the following day. Invest in making your room an idyllic space where you can find peace and tranquillity at night so that your days…
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Divine WINDOWS
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Divine WINDOWS Top, This residential property in Hombourg (Belgium) was installed with Hi- Finity large-scale windows, to maximise on the natural light from outside as well as the natural beauty that surrounds the home. Despite the immense size of the windows, they slide seamlessly with the innovative Hi-Finity technology. The…
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EXQUISITE RUGS
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INTERVIEW WITH JEFF M.L. MEURS FROM MARBELLA CARPETS FOR A WARMER FEEL How long have you been in the carpet industry? I have been in the industry for 40 years. Back in my native country of Belgium I started as a salesman at the famous Grutman company, with seven…
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FANTASTIC FLOORS
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FANTASTIC FLOORS TAKE TO THE FLOOR Flooring is often an oversight when trying to enhance the look and feel of a room but it plays an extremely important role. Apart from aesthetic beauty, the ideal flooring depends on the type of room and how much traffic the floor needs to…
