I have written about this recession and what I think it means for the hospitality, nightclub design and nightlife industry as a whole. I have seen many trends, ups and downs in the economy and general malaise in the nightclub business. We have become a country of need...
Continue ReadingAt a time when I find it so odd and indifferent that Big Brother is no longer a concept, but a harsh reality, I find irony in the news in the New York Times eerily disturbing but not surprising. This excerpt from the Times speaks for itself. "In George Orwell’s...
Continue ReadingThis book is a must read for anyone. Simply, the story line is this: Crew members of the Envoy, the first human attempt to travel to Mars. Their ship survives the trip to Mars, but then ceases transmission, and their fate is unknown for the next 20 years....
Continue ReadingSandra Hofmeister writes an amazing tribute to an amazing designer and humanitarian. What would the world of design be without Pierre Paulin? Many of his designs have already become timeless icons, avant-garde and classic at the same time. In spite of having every good reason to let people celebrate...
Continue ReadingExit 66 has been voted the best dance club in Broward and Palm Beach counties! Mark from New Times Broward says : “Exit 66 brings a new and improved meaning to beauty, elegance, and downright intensity. The gorgeous people from staff to clientele kept my head turning all...
Continue Reading'Crobar, The making of a mega club' follows the planning,construction and gala opening of New York's hot, new megaclub. Part 'Trading Spaces' and 'Studio 54, ' the video will feature interviews with nightclub designer Callin Fortis and Kenny Smith, co-owners of Crobar....
Continue ReadingOn July 20, 1969 Commander Neil Armstrong and fellow astronaut Edwin Aldrin successfully touched down on the lunar surface. As Armstrong became the first person to touch the Moon's surface, he spoke the unforgettable phrase, "That's one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind" I was just...
Continue ReadingWhen you think of hip international locations for a nightclub, Fort Lauderdale FL hardly pops into your mind. Located just twenty or so miles north of Miami, this beach front town is undergoing a high style re-vamp that is worthy of any other "second city" and I am proud...
Continue ReadingIt's Sunday and normally I wouldn't be blogging today, however, this graphic I found on blinkr is compelling and interesting. Though no reference to really much at all, this imagery is bemusing and not without political under tones. My take is COFFEE and cigarettes. Come on, its...
Continue Reading[caption id="attachment_198" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Sir Lancelot and Friend"][/caption] When Sick Bastard Choppers founder and visionary, Dan Dausey sets his sights on doing something new and fresh, he doesn’t play. Dan is a dear friend of mine and a true Miami Beach icon. Not to mention he’s a pretty able...
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