MAKE ROOM FOR LOVE 3 MASTER BEDROOM FEATURES DESIGNED FOR ROMANCE
When you’re shopping for a new home, one of the most important spaces in the house to consider is the master bedroom. A beautiful, romantic master suite can make a home a real contender for your heart, while a cramped, featureless master will send an otherwise perfect choice to the bottom of the barrel. In the past few months, we’ve seen a significant evolution of what’s hot and what’s not for master bedrooms in Naples. In the past, Mediterranean-style rooms were in demand, but now, coastal contemporary has top bidding. With this new, open-floor plan style, the master becomes a place where homeowners can really enjoy their time. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so this seems like a perfect time to share the top three romantic features we’re seeing in master bedrooms this season. Next time you’re in the market for a home, consider adding these items to your “wants” list. A HORIZONTAL FIREPLACE A stunning, low-slung fireplace can turn up the heat in a master — literally! The crackling fire adds ambiance to the space, and warm, soft light makes things feel cozy and romantic.
A SITTING AREA FOR 2 Many spacious masters on the market right now include intimate sitting areas designed to invite couples to relax, chat, and drink wine together at the end of the day. An area like this will turn your master into more of a living space, and you might never want to leave! A PERFECT WATER VIEW Large windows are a must for a master, and if they overlook the ocean or a backyard pool, even better. Almost every luxury home in Naples includes a pool, and a view of the blue water reflecting sunlight or lit softly from below is always a beautiful sight. It’s easy to check off all three of these things from your list here in Naples. Imagine: Pretty soon you could be sitting in a cozy chair in your master, warming up by the fire as you enjoy your pool view. Balconies overlooking the ocean, steam rooms, and glass doors leading poolside are also common master features here. Really, the sky’s the limit for romance in Florida — and Kimberly-Vincent can find the perfect type for you.
Date Truff les
TAKE A Break
INGREDIENTS
• 1 lb medjool dates, pitted (about 1 1/2 cups) • 1/2 tsp sea salt • Warm water • 1/4 cup peanut butter • 1 cup bittersweet or dark chocolate, chopped • 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
DIRECTIONS
1. Using a food processor, blend dates and sea salt until dough can be formed into a ball. Slowly add enough warm water to mixture to thicken dough. 2. Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls. Freeze for 20–30 minutes. 3. In microwave, warm 1/4 cup peanut butter for 30 seconds, then drizzle peanut butter on top of balls. Freeze balls for another 20 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, in microwave, warm chocolate with coconut oil until melted. Stir well. 5. Coat balls in chocolate and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. 6. Top with additional salt and freeze for 30 minutes. Serve at room temperature.
Inspired by The Minimalist Baker
| 3 239-444-8298
Made with FlippingBook Learn more on our blog