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This Year’s Sarasota MOD Weekend Celebrates the Genius of Victor Lundy

The annual three-day festival takes place Nov. 2-5 and will celebrate the centennial of Sarasota School architect Victor Lundy—and a decade of MOD Weekend.

08/18/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Saying Goodbye

Art Uptown Gallery Is Closing, and Big Changes Are in the Works for That Stretch of Main Street

A recent sale means a hike in rent that the gallery can't afford.

08/16/2023 By Kim Doleatto

New Kids on the block

Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch Welcomes Two New Tenants

Waterside Place town center will soon include a new restaurant, Eatalia, and the Wellness Space for meditation and mentoring.

08/15/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Heat Reprieve

These Area Hotels Offer Pool Day Passes

No pool? No problem. Stay cool, meet out-of-towners and craft a staycation day this summer.

08/14/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Design Bosses

Sarasota Architects Sweep the 2023 Florida AIA Awards

"The Gulf Coast chapter is always well-represented, but this year was a standout," says AIA Gulf Coast president Damien Blumetti.

08/10/2023 By Kim Doleatto

We Are the Champions

Check Out the Overall Winner of HGTV's 'Ultimate House Hunt'

The Siesta Key home received the most votes among all finalists in all categories for the national event that showcases amazing homes for sale.

08/08/2023 By Kim Doleatto

New new college

A Competition Invites Architects to Transform New College of Florida Dormitories

The "Reimagining Pei" architecture competition, launched by the college in partnership with Architecture Sarasota, aims to incorporate the east campus dorms into an athletic and recreational complex with retail and restaurants.

08/01/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Solar Curious

A New Co-op Takes the Guesswork Out of Going Solar

Sarasota and Charlotte County residents can band together for better buying power and free guidance on going solar.

07/28/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Memory Keepers

The Owners of Upshot Video Productions Have Started a Podcast to Honor Their Customers

David and Lani Helms create lasting relationships with their customers, who come to the couple to help preserve precious memories but often become friends.

07/27/2023 By Kim Doleatto

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Sarasota Tourism Is Still Going Strong

The latest numbers show that Sarasota County is still a fan favorite, welcoming more international travelers, with more future bright spots in the works.

07/25/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Real Estate Report

We're Returning to a Healthier Real Estate Market

However, the median price for single-family homes in North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton is still $524,450.

07/21/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Just Listed

This West-of-Trail Home Is Loaded With Updated Elegance

Homeowner, jeweler, interior designer and local gallery owner Nikki Sedacca has listed her home for just under $4 million.

07/20/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Mo' Mello

A Beachfront Anna Maria Hotel Gets a Retro Redo

Take a look inside the funky rooms at Mello on the Beach on Holmes Beach, which opens today.

07/18/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Florida Moves

Sarasota Is the Country’s Second Most Popular Relocation Destination

PODS, the portable moving company, recently shared its top 20 list of cities people are moving to. Sarasota is No. 2.

07/13/2023 By Kim Doleatto

34242 Karat Gold

Three Siesta Key Homes Made It to HGTV's 'Ultimate House Hunt'

The annual event showcases amazing homes for sale from across the country. Readers vote for their favorites.

07/13/2023 By Kim Doleatto

The New Luxury

The Best Luxury Gadgets and Amenities for 2023

Let’s take a glimpse at how money can buy, if not happiness, at least some easy living.

07/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Narrow Minded

Home Tour: A Private Oasis in a Gillespie Park Shotgun House

It’s a unique layout that blends in well with the eclectic, ever-changing neighborhood.

07/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

History Moves

This Historic Home Needs a New Home

The Historic Preservation Board voted to deny the demolition of the more than century-old McAlpin House.

07/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Health Development

A New Medical Office Building Is Headed to South County

Located in master-planned Wellen Park, construction of the 75,000-square-foot building is slated to kick off late in the year.

07/12/2023 By Kim Doleatto

Next-Gen Design

Echt Architects Is Known for Its Client-Focused Creations

Architects Kortnee Gonzalez and Andrew Etter put their clients' needs first.

07/11/2023 By Kim Doleatto