Local Services

Keeping us Covered

Mark Wilamowski, State Farm Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by Andreas Browne For 25 years, Mark Wilamowski has provided Grosse Pointers with solid quality options to assist them in protecting their assets. “We insure you the proper way, and we handle everything.” Wilamowski, a licensed broker with State Farm Insurance, is passionate about State Farm’s commitment to service , which allows him to stand behind the products he sells. “We’re top-notch with claims,” he says, and that...

May 2025

Home + Design

Landscape by Design

Brett Russell, Russell Landscaping Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Russell Landscaping A beautifully landscaped property not only complements a home or business, but also enhances the look and feel of a neighborhood. According to Brett Russell of Russell Landscaping in St. Clair Shores, the landscape industry is growing on average between 4% and 6% each year, and it's now an over $180 billion industry in annual revenue.  "New construction is still on the rise in the city of Detroit...

May 2025

Style + Beauty

Women's Spring/Summer Fashion

Featuring styles by Pearl Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Photos provided by Pearl The fun thing about fashion is that it's always changing. Some seasons, completely new styles appear, while others have us reliving looks from the past. Here, we find out what's in style this spring and summer.  "We're seeing a lot of pastel colors, so those pinks, pistachios and greens from designers like Max Mara," says Erica Panagopoulos, the buyer for Pearl in Grosse Pointe Farms. "A cool coastal...

April 2025

Style + Beauty

Women's Spring/Summer Fashion, II

Featuring styles by Savvy Chic Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by Andreas Browne Whether you are shopping for a whole new look this season, or some accent pieces to help you spring into summer, Lanna Young and her staff at Savvy Chic Boutique have got you covered.   Spring and summer 2025 bring a range of styles. Every photo tells the story of what’s  trending. Whether your vibe is Boho Chic, Ladylike Luxury (think Jackie O.), Nautical Prep or Athleisure, Savvy Chic can help you...

April 2025

Real Estate

Real Estate Dreams

The Agency Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by The Agency For many, buying a vacation home often means having a place to get away from it all and relax. This may be a beach house right on the water or a cabin surrounded by lush trees and nature. This additional home may be located in the same state or in a totally different zip code in the United States. For the more adventurous, it may even be in an entirely different country, and once there, they may decide to stay.    According to...

March 2025

Professional Services

Investing In Your Future

Raymond James Article by Susan Baldani | Photography by Raymond James When people talk about investing, their main priority is usually the financial security that this money can bring later in life. But, what about the fun and entertainment that money can also provide after retirement, such as traveling the world, buying a vacation home, maybe a sleek sports car, or other items on your bucket list?  "Once people get through all the heavy lifting – buying a home, putting their kids through...

March 2025

Finance + Legal Services

Will'ing To Make a Difference

Bruce Nichols Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by Bruce Nichols Law Office Do you have a will? The answer greatly impacts how a family meets life’s biggest challenge. A trust or a will is like a playbook of winning moves, keeping the focus on what matters most instead of sweating the details, so everyone pulls together like a well-coached team on game day. The alternative can be stressful, even chaotic. A team with a good coach rebounds more quickly from a loss. More importantly...

March 2025

Home + Design

Open House

15440 Windmill Pointe Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Kim Rensberg Late architect Louis Kamper, described as one of the most impactful designers in Detroit, has built many structures throughout the area. Two of his most well-known projects are the Italian Renaissance-style Book Building constructed in 1917, and the incredible Book Tower built in 1926. In 1923, he went on to design the 33-story Book Cadillac Hotel, which at the time was the tallest hotel in the world, according to...

February 2025

Arts + Culture

Home Away From Home

Interview with Malea Tipton Photography by Photos provided by Ford House   As Communications and Public Relations Manager at Ford House, Malea Tipton manages the Organization’s digital presence and oversees media relations and public outreach. In January, she celebrated her third work anniversary. Needless to say, she loves what she does.  Question 1: What is your favorite part of the job and why? I love my job because of the creative freedom it gives me to promote and share all the...

February 2025

Beauty

Art of the Eye

Pointe Vision Article by Margaret Carroll Sally Jessy Raphael did for eyeglasses what Dorothy did for shoes in The Wizard of Oz , taking the most humble element of any wardrobe and elevating it to a statement about the wearer, who we are and what we stand for. Sally, whose tabloid TV talk show ran for 20 years beginning in 1983, is known for her oversized red-framed glasses. Her personal trademark began by accident. She had trouble reading the teleprompter during her first broadcast news job...

January 2025