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Rick Amor Welcome to Las Vegas Real Estate Magazine! As the Publisher of Las Vegas Real Estate Magazine, I have the opportunity to meet some truly inspiring people who contribute in a myriad of ways to the quality of people's lives here in the Valley. As publisher, I am afforded the privilege of highlighting these individuals in this publication to bring welldeserved attention to their contributions to our various communities throughout the Valley. In this issue, we feature some of the Valley's best and brightest professionals who have chosen to utilize their special skills and expertise for the benefit of others. By so doing, they have significantly enhanced the lives of many and have made the valley an even more dynamic place to live, work and raise a family. In this issue, we have the pleasure of bringing you the story of one of the valley’s most successful real estate brokers, Lynaae Forbes, who clearly appreciates the value of having a home more than most because for the majority of Forbe’s childhood, she didn’t have one. We also bring you the inspiring tale of celebrated Dutch furniture designer Jan Frantzen who brings his inspired creations to Las Vegas. Within this feature, we also bring you the fine work of Las Vegas-based Sunburst Shutters and Window Fashions. We are proud to highlight in this issue Cadence, a 2,200-acre community that, upon completion, will boast more than 13,200 homes in the heart of Henderson. Master plan community developer Focus Property Group recognized the importance of parks in enhancing residents' lives and designed its Mountain's Edge and Providence master planned communities with several of them.

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This issue also contains information about interior design including kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor furniture and other ways to make ways to make a home beautiful. Interior designer Marteen Moore is an inspiration to all and Lisa Escobar shares her expertise. Thank you very much for taking a moment to review Las Vegas Real Estate Magazine. It is a pleasure to bring you this publication as we continue to embrace and applaud those people who make living in the Las Vegas Valley such a fulfilling life experience Cheers to you all!

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Table of Contents DEC 2015 - JAN 2016

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16: JAN FRANTZEN 18: HEATHER ALLEN 20: SUNBURST SHUTTERS 34: BLACKFIRE 44: NEVADA PARTNERSHIP FOR HOMELESS YOUTH

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24: KITCHEN & BATH TRENDS 36: CADENCE 40: MOUNTAIN'S EDGE & PROVIDENCE 66: IDDO GAVISH

54: LYNAAE FORBS

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For the past 35 years, Jan Frantzen has been a designer of high-end furniture in Holland. With his new brand ‘Chesterfieldz’ Frantzen brings a whole new line of quality-crafted couches and chairs to Las Vegas. Whether it’s a classic leather Chesterfieldz, a pop art, modern patchwork Chesterfieldz, or a fine piece of Art Deco, Jan Frantzen’s unique furniture comes in a varity of styles and colors that will set your home apart.

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JAN FRANTZEN The Celebrated Dutch furniture designer brings his inspired creations to Las Vegas By Rick Amor

n 1964, 17-year-old Jan Frantzen went to the market in his home town of Rotterdam in the south of Holland and bought a 1940s era radio with worn wood exterior, wood knobs and large vacuum tubes. Frantzen was looking to make some extra pocket money and thought he would refurbish the radio and resell it for a profit. He tried to improve the appearance of the wood but quickly found he didn't know the proper techniques to achieve the polished look he desired. So, Frantzen approached an old man in his town who was known as an expert in furniture restoration. The old man said he would teach Frantzen the techniques if Frantzen would help him restore the antique furniture in his shop. As he worked with the antique furniture items, Frantzen developed a love for many different styles of furniture. He soon began attending antique furniture shows and made a life changing decision. "I decided that this is my future," he said "I will be a furniture designer." Frantzen soon began studying interior and furniture design at his local design institute. After he graduated, Frantzen went to work for a high end furniture store in their interior design department. He was twenty years old. "I had no money, no car and one suit,"

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he said with a laugh." After Frantzen had been in the store just one week, an elderly gentleman entered the store and asked the young Frantzen to design his office. Frantzen enthusiastically agreed. The man asked Frantzen to be at his office in Amsterdam on Monday of the following week. When Frantzen asked for the address, the man said, "Ask the people here. They know me here." When he asked his boss who the man was, his boss replied, "That was Maup Caransa, owner of many of Amsterdam's finest buildings and hotels." One week later, Frantzen brought his drawings to Caransa who ordered 65,000 guilders worth of furnishings (approximately $70,000 in 1968 with an equivalent of $500,000 dollars today). "My monthly salary was 350 guilders or 385 U.S. dollars," said Frantzen. "When I got back to the store where I worked and told my boss, he was amazed that this shy kid could be so successful. It was very exciting. You never forget things like that." At the age of 27, with a small loan from his father, Frantzen opened his own furniture store featuring many of his own designs. He drew inspiration from many of the classic furniture designers

and furniture pieces he saw at various antique furniture shows over the years. "I loved the Chesterfield Sofa created in the mid 1700s," Frantzen said. "I loved the style but I wanted to modernize the design by adding a patchwork of different colors and fabric designs. My clients loved it." Frantzen's business grew as he came out with more variations on the classic Chesterfield style. He then began to design other pieces drawing inspiration from classic car interiors and interesting architectural styles and forms. He was particularly inspired by the Art Deco period and classic styles of classic cars he would seen at various car shows. "These have been wonderfully inspiring images to me,” declared Frantzen. "New and innovative design, whether it be structural, fashion or furniture is often motivated and inspired by history. I am inspired by the designs of the past and I incorporate them into my own designs."

Frantzen was walking through Tivoli Village in Summerlin when he entered the gallery of world renowned photographer William Carr. "I was attracted by the quality of the images and all of the wonderful colors in William's work," Frantzen said. "I took that opportunity to show [gallery manager] photographs of my furniture pieces on my iPad and how many of the colors in William's work matched the colors of my furniture. I met William and we discovered that we could form a very nice partnership by having some of my pieces featured in his gallery. I am very happy and proud to say that many of my furniture pieces are now on display in The William Carr galleries in both Tivoli Village and The Palazzo.”

In 1991, after Frantzen had been in business nearly 14 years, Holland suffered an economic crisis during which slumping sales and a series of break-ins at Frantzen's factory nearly bankrupted him. "I fought through this time and I overcame this crisis. I survived and learned many lessons. I learned that there is a solution to any situation. Yea, this may be bad now, but if I do this and this it won't be so bad." Frantzen did recover and his sales have continued to climb ever since.

To what does Frantzen attribute the enormous success of his furniture. "My style is timeless," he said. "People still love the old Chesterfield style sofa but don't like the traditional brown leather. For many, it is too old fashioned and doesn't fit in their more modern interiors. But, they see my colorful patchwork designs and they say ‘wow.’ They put my pieces with a glass or acrylic table and it looks great! They feel my pieces add warmth and character to their interiors and this makes me very happy!" For more information, visit janfrantzen.com.

A chance visit in 2009 led to Frantzen becoming a resident of our Valley. "My wife and I were on holiday in Los Angeles when we decided to travel through the desert and visit Las Vegas," said Frantzen. "When we arrived, we visited the World Market Center and were so impressed with all the wonderful showrooms. I could see that there were no furniture pieces like mine. I felt there was an opportunity to present my designs and my furniture to the people here. Also, housing prices were very low at that time. So, I decided to take some of my pension money and buy a house here. Our realtor showed us a beautiful Frank Lloyd style home that had been featured on ‘Extreme Home Makeover’ with many excellent amenities so we purchased it. We are very happy living here in Las Vegas." lvrealestatemag.com

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HEATHER ALLEN CONCEPTS Sisters create awardwinning store planning and retail design company

Samantha Lucas and Heather Campbell_ Owners of Heather Allen Concepts by Anthony Mair

ave you seen a gorgeous window or mall kiosk display and thought to yourself, “Wow, I wonder who designed that?” Many of the retail designs at some of the Las Vegas Strip’s most stylish stores, as well as luxury retailers nationwide, can be credited to Heather Allen Concepts, an award-winning Las Vegas retail design and planning company.

Founded in 2007 by retail specialist, Heather Campbell, Heather Allen Concepts offers a portfolio of services from concept to build-out. “We take a strategic approach to each project, combining art, psychology and science to create our retail designs,” said Campbell, who is creative director for her namesake company. “We go beyond a simple design or the purchase of a fixture; we create and manufacture chic, customized designs that ultimately lead to increased sales for our clients.”

Frank Sinatra Display Courtesy of Heather Allen Concepts

While in the beginning stages of forming the company, Campbell found a direct correlation between strong merchandising and an increase in sales through the development of custom core propping. From there, she was approached by clients who were in need of design concepts for stores and fixtures. Campbell, along with her sister and business partner, Samantha Lucas (director of operations for Heather Allen Concepts), have risen above their competition with the company’s chic and distinctive designs. Working with both local and national accounts including The Venetian Las Vegas, The Palazzo Las Vegas, Chanel USA, Christian Louboutin, Gucci, and The Grand Bazaar Shops, Heather Allen Concepts creates custom displays and fixtures that combine an assortment of metal, wood, acrylic, lighting, storage, security and graphic elements. Not only are the sisters business owners, they are inventors, as well. The company recently launched the ezCart, an original retail merchandising unit (RMU) which allows businesses to create their own custom display affordably. The ezCarts can be utilized on mall kiosks and are an easy to assemble item, making displays transportable for clients. “With the ezCart, clients have an opportunity to tell a visual story in an easy, affordable and customizable way. With nothing currently like this on the market, we are very excited to be at the forefront of this innovative display option,” states Campbell. 18

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Rug Room Entrance Display Courtesy of Heather Allen Concepts

With over 20 years of experience in retail design, Campbell has worked on various projects including working with luxury retailers such as Oscar de la Renta and Manolo Blahnik. While Campbell brings the design aspect to the team, Lucas is in charge of business management, with past experience in business and finance. Recently, the ladies have been focused on holiday designs and displays, the expansion of the ezCart and the development and launch of their online retail store. For more information, visit heatherallenconcepts.com.

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SUNBURST SHUTTERS Continuing a Legacy of Quality Products, Service and Customer Satisfaction By Rick Amor

as Vegas based Sunburst Shutters and Window Fashions has continued to raise the bar for quality shutters and window coverings for over 35 years. Founded upon a belief that they could create the highest quality shutters on the market, Sunburst has endeavored to provide their customers with the best product, the best experience and the best service in the country. It’s long list of satisfied clientele consisting of fine home builders, interior designers and home owners are a strong testament to these founding principles and the successful execution of the company’s core values. John Barnes, Vice President of Marketing for Sunburst, stated that from the company’s inception, Sunburst has had a clear 20

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and singular philosophy or mantra. “Our philosophy from the beginning was that we wanted to make it better than everybody else, we want to provide a better product than everybody else and we want to offer better customer service than everybody else. That same philosophy continues today. Sunburst is successful because everything we do is about making it better and delivering it better than everybody else in town.” Making the best product on the market is not enough for Barnes and his colleagues at Sunburst. The key, he and his associates believe, to truly being the best in the market is to provide the client with a superior buying experience and superior customer service. “We take great pride in doing things right,” said Barnes.

Our people will put booties over their shoes when they come into a home, we don’t park in the driveway in case we get an oil drip, we park on the street, we say “yes ma’am’ and ‘no ma’am,” we ask can “I clean that window for you, can I move that couch out of the way for you.” We take care of the customer. It is important to us that everything we do makes that customer not just happy but totally satisfied and they tell their friends.” Sunburst has indeed been rewarded for it’s emphasis on client satisfaction as it’s number one source of new and continuing business has been through repeat business and through referrals. “Today, with all of the money we spend on advertising, internet promotion and social media, our biggest source of business is a friend telling their friends “I got shutters from Sunburst, they’re the only ones you want to call,” said Barnes Another key to Sunburst’s success is their people. “Our people take care of our customers by giving them first class service said Barnes “We provide our clients with the full array of choices available to them. We go through all of the options and we give our clients the best solution within their budget for their home.” The top of the line, Barnes noted, is Sunburst’s shutters made with their patented Polywood material. “Polywood is more durable, more efficient, lasts longer and has he best warranty of any window treatment in the business,” noted Barnes. “Other companies will say they sell the same product as Polywood, but they do not. It is exclusive to Sunburst Shutters. They may say they finish their material the same way, but they do not. Polywood is a solid,

extruded resin with a mixture of ingredients that’s proven to be more durable, more energy efficient, easier to install and more beautiful than any other shutter. Polywood is an engineered wood substitute. It looks and feels just like wood, but has none of the inherent problems of wood shutters. It will never discolor, it has the highest fire rating, it is completely water proof and will not warp, it fits any size or shape window, they are easy to clean with a damp cloth and comes with a Lifetime Warranty against any defects in product or finish. And, Polywood is an extremely dense material that’s been proven to be 70 percent more energy efficient than wood shutters. Customers have found as high as a 20 percent savings on their energy bills after having Sunburst’s Polywood shutters installed in their homes.” With respect to pricing, Barnes noted that a high price tag is certainly no guarantee of quality. “There are more expensive shutters on the market today than our product and people often feel that they are getting a better product because they’re paying more but they really are not,” observed Barnes. “For us it’s about offering good value and the best quality you can get. You can buy a more expensive shutter than ours but you cannot buy a better quality built shutter than we have.” Sunburst Shutters 6480 W Flamingo Road Las Vegas, NV 89103 (702) 367-1600 www.SunburstShutters.com

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KITCHEN AND BATH TRENDS By Kimberly JOI McDonald, Designing JOI, LLC

appy 2016! 2016 promises to be a year of exciting new and continuing trends, particularly for kitchen and bath renovations yielding prudent real estate investments. You will also notice general design trends that parallel these two spaces. An example is the infatuation with shine, sparkle and style in spaces. Moreover, there is also a love affair with metallic, animal and tribal prints, organic nuances, and a casual, modern elegance and lifestyle. Another example is that quartz has risen to new heights in popularity, with stone still being the hallmark of kitchen and baths. Renovation improvements continue as investments in energy efficient retrofits and green upgrades for lifestyle enjoyment, sustainability, value and resale. Yet today, remodeling trends are driven more by personal enjoyment or to meet specific needs rather than adding resale value according to The National Association of the Remodeling Industry. The best renovation projects have a classic and timeless look while incorporating modern trends, personal style and purchases of the best product lines within oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget. Although

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the traditional kitchen is a mainstay, kitchens are becoming increasingly more transitional and contemporary in design and popularity. White kitchens are popular, but black kitchens are steadily gaining ground. Bath trends continue to dominate home remodeling projects, but kitchen facelifts and updates are not far behind. If they must choose, homeowners are more likely to update a bath because it is more affordable than updating a kitchen. Expect to see baths emphasizing a focal point in transitional and contemporary design styles. Walk-in showers and freestanding tubs are extremely popular. For a more custom look, frameless heavy-glass enclosures provide a spalike luxury. Knowledge of kitchen and bath cabinet styles will keep your renovation looking modern and fresh for many years. In general, in the United States, these trends are based on research and purchase summaries regarding kitchen and bath designs in terms of color, appliances, cabinet styles, flooring, innovation and technology, showers, countertops and backsplash. Take a look at what is in store for 2016 and beyond!

COLOR

We would be remiss if we did not mention world-renowned color authority, PANTONE’S recently unveiled Colors for 2016 which are Rose Quartz (9281C) and Serenity (7451C). Expect to see these as accent colors in home design and decor. Although kitchen color trends are predominately whites and off-whites, increasingly popular colors are grays, blacks and slate kitchen appliances that exude a classic and modern look, according to a 2015 National Kitchen and Bath Association’s Kitchen and Bath Style Report. Homeowners still prefer white, but gray choices are increasing in big strides, while beige is requested less frequently. Paint companies such as Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, Dunn Edwards, and Behr have also unveiled their 2016 Color of the Year and their respective forecasts.

CABINET STYLES

The best renovation projects have a classic and timeless look, yet still incorporate modern trends, personal style and maximize the best product lines within one’s budget. European style cabinet frames are the leading choices in kitchen and bath renovation; however, traditional styles with wood finishes remain popular. Raised panels in frames are more popular than flat panels in frames. Gray is utilized used more and more on cabinets to achieve a modern, neutral feel, and is also increasingly being showcased in backsplash, as well. Gray is an ideal color because its neutral tone complements most colors and design styles.

FLOORING

Instead of cost driving flooring decisions, now the focus is more on life cycle performance particularly in spaces that maintenance and durability are significant concerns. Ceramic and porcelain tiles continue to be the most popular choices for flooring. Moreover, heated floors are one of the most sought-after bathroom trends according to the National Kitchen and Bath Association. Utilizing flooring products that are safe and eco-friendly is becoming more and more an intrinsic consideration in choosing design elements for home renovation projects; such as, selecting reclaimed lumber which conserves natural resources while adding character and personality to a space. Eco-friendly conscious consumers are looking to incorporate more natural fibers such as wool or sisal which is made from a durable plant fiber harvested in a way that uses no pesticides or chemical fertilizers. There are also “green” synthetic carpet choices available from recyclable material.

APPLIANCES

KitchenAid has introduced a first-ever professional Black Stainless Steel Appliance collection. It exudes a powerful, bold, classic and even industrial look that resonates sophistication complementing any design style. It is a softer warmer alternative to stainless steel. This taller, sleek line also features satin textured handles and is fingerprint resistant. The KitchenAid Black Stainless Steel Appliances are featured in House Beautiful’s 2015 Kitchen of the Year.

LARGE FORMAT TILE An exciting new attribute for 2016 is large-format ceramic tiles in dimensions 12” x 24” and 36” x 36”, as an alternative to the expected 12” x 12” tiles, and are available in different shapes, patterns and materials. These large tiles are perfect for large, open spaces, and make cleaning easier with fewer grout lines. They come in different colors and styles, and they make a space feel more expansive with a uniform look. They are heavier and require a perfectly level substrate and a professional installer. TERRAZZO Terrazzo, is on an uprise due to its low maintenance and composition of recycled and glass materials. In addition to lobbies and public corporate, educational and healthcare areas that typically use this flooring, Terazzo is also used for countertops and flooring in kitchen and baths. Terrazzo has a seamless smooth surface transition, and is a good material for flooring for those in wheelchairs. Terrazzo also offers a great return on investment because of its long lifespan and performance. LUXURY VINYL Luxury vinyl is in demand! Trends are to use luxury vinyl in lvrealestatemag.com

kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms, as well as living spaces. This new flooring category is a high-end look of hardwood, stone, granite, marble, limestone, and metal, yet it is faux. Luxury vinyl is extremely popular because it is durable, low-maintenance, cost efficient, moisture resistant and scratch resistant. These vinyls come in panels, sheets or tiles, and even better….some are made from recycled material. CONCRETE Trendy, sleek and durable as time itself, concrete flooring is not only functional, but fashionable with various colors, textures and finishes. Of course, it helps to already have the concrete in place. Although very cost-effective, it is a very hard surface that is not comfortable to walk on all day. According to the ConcreteNetwork.com, polished concrete is fast becoming the ultimate no-wax flooring material due to the high=gloss finish. More and more homeowners, residential and commercial, as well as, retail, warehouse and office facilities are opting for polished concrete due to its superior durability and performance as an alternative to marble, granite, tile, linoleum, or coated concrete. The high-luster of the polish replicates the look of polished stone. You can also choose the level of sheen, ranging from satin to highgloss. This versatility makes polished concrete an ideal flooring material for a variety of applications.

INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

showers and enclosures continue to be a hit with freestanding jetted and soaker tubs as part of the bathroom design, as well.

COUNTERTOPS

Innovation extends to new countertop surfaces, as well. Paper Transformations offers a new unique, eco-friendly, customizable, durable, yet affordable countertop treatments. The material used is either from the either the Metallic Collection, or the Marble and Stone Collection. However, quartz and granite continue to be the forerunners in this category for countertops.

Exciting innovations to personalize your spa bath experience is better than ever! We continue to enjoy shower heads and tubs with temperature controls and LED display panels. Kohler now offers its DTV+Digital Showering System which houses water, sound, steam and light, all in a multi-sensory fusion system. Another trend is creating moods with water-resistant music systems, as well as, streaming wireless Bluetooth systems on smartphones and other audio devices. These are exciting gadgets for bath remodels and new home construction. On another note, American Standard now offers its Optum VorMax Toilet, a revolutionary new flush system technology developed for toilets. It delivers a powerful jet of water during a flush while simultaneously scouring and cleaning the bowl….even under the rim, at the same time! It also has a decorative slow close seat with an EverClean surface, which slows growth of odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew. In another realm, new construction and renovations are including backsplash zones that incorporate technology; such as, phones, and tablet chargers with stands in outlet strips. This convenience of proximity to access information, news, recipes, and phone calls is at our fingertips.

SHOWERS

As part of today’s predominant and preferred contemporary bathroom design remodels, frameless, heavy-glass enclosures, a huge continuing design trend, gives bathrooms a spacious, luxury, spa-like ambience that homeowners want. Moreover, walk-in 26

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Many of the 2016 backsplash trends are continuing favorites from 2015. Popular colors are black, white, and gray. Contrasting black & white continues to reign in modern aesthetics, and incorporated together in backsplashes, they give a sleek, contemporary look. Gray continues to gain momentum as a backsplash color. SUBWAY TILE & STAINLESS STEEL One of the most popular band affordable backsplash tiles is subway tile. It is classic, is always in fashion, comes in various colors and textures, and integrates well with various design styles, from contemporary to transitional. Stone, a consistently chosen

material, is alive and well for 2016 (granite, slate, travertine, marble, onyx, sandstone and quartz). Homeowners love the hues in natural stone, as well as its durability, texture and warmth. Conversely, others like the sophisticated look of stainless steel for their backsplash. Stainless steel comes in solid sheet or patterned tiles integrated with glass. Due to its reflective surface, stainless steel expands the look and feel of a space to be larger.

BOLD SOPHISTICATION

Luxurious, high-end glass, mirrored, and ceramic tile backsplashes is another elegant trend adding sparkle with sophistication in a plethora of colors, geometric shapes, global sensibilities and enchanting flair. Combining glass tiles with porcelain or ceramic tiles make for bold statements yielding “Wow!” factors. More than any other trend in 2016, people are looking to their backsplashes to be statement pieces as reflections of their personality. Backsplaches no longer just serve as the transition from counters to cabinets….they are now the highlighted feature and statement. And of course, porcelain and ceramic tile continues to remain beautiful, stallworth backsplashes for traditional and transitional design styles.

CHALKBOARD & PAINT A new, yet practical trend in backsplash design is the “antibacksplash,” known as the chalkboard backsplash. Here, the backsplash becomes the accent wall that is functional for writing and posting notes and recipes. Other adventurous homeowners are painting the other side of glass panel sheets for a sleek, stylish look.

KBIS 2016 - KITCHEN AND BATH INDUSTRY SHOW To learn more about kitchen and bath designs, as well as, 2016 design trends, join thousands of professional kitchen and bath designers at the KBIS 2016, the Leading Kitchen and Bath Industry Show and conference, Janury 19-21, 2016, at the Las Vegas Conference Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. See www.kbis.com.

About the author: Kimberly Joi McDonald is an award-winning designer; Owner & CEO of Designing JOI, LLC, a professional interior design firm specializing in residential and hospitality interior design; 2016-2017 National Vice President of the National Interior Design Society (IDS), Founder - Interior Design Society Las Vegas Chapter (2011). Member: American Society of Interior Designers, Allied Member, and IDS Professional Member. See www.designingjoi.com and www.designingjoi. houzz.com.

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BLACKFIRE TECHNOLIGIES Bringing TRUE automation to your home and office building By Rick Amor

n a world where we can now control the audio, video, thermostat, lighting and security systems of our homes and offices remotely through an app on our iPhones, where can we go to get the most out of our systems? BlackFire Technologies of Las Vegas would be a very wise choice. Josh Parent, a graduate of Cornell University with a degree in Applied Economics and Project Management and Ken Mapoy a graduate of Columbia University with a degree in Computer Science, are both founding members of BlackFire Technologies a Las Vegas based residential and commercial electronics integration firm specializes in the design, installation and programming of lighting, security, audio and video systems.

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Parent, at BlackFire, brought with him a wealth of experience in the construction industry and in project management to BlackFire. Parent worked with his father and uncle in the family’s home construction business from the age of fourteen to twenty-one. After graduating from Cornell, Parent joined Turner Construction, a large commercial builder, in their construction management division. Thereafter, Parent was hired as a consultant for Secretariat International a global source for construction planning, scheduling and project management. “My second day on the job I was sent to Dubai for a month, said Parent. Parent has found his background extremely helpful to the business of BlackFire. “My background in construction and

construction management has fit quite nicely with our business particularly in the areas of scheduling, understanding all of the other trades that are working on any given residential or commercial project and budgeting time with the other trades to produce a quality system for our clients.” A chance encounter with Ken Mapoy, a integrated systems programmer, at a convention in Denver for home and commercial electronic systems led to a partnership between the two. “Ken is the technical our team. He is an exceptional programmer which is the core of any system installation,” said Parent. “I handle the organizational and business promotion side of the business.” Parent says he has found an ideal business partner in Mapoy. “Ken and I connected right away. He and I quite similar in that we are analytical by nature and take our time discussing a project at length to develop a strategy that works best for the client. He’s not a shoot from the hip sort of person and neither am I. We have a very solid partnership.” While Parent handles the promotional and project management side of the business, Mapoy provides the technical expertise and programming skills that make BlackFire a winning team. “Our job is to show our clients a baseline of what various systems can do for them and then create the user friendly interface,” said Mapoy “Most people don’t know what’s “user-friendly” and available to them in home and office electronics systems. It becomes a delicate balance to provide our clients with both what they want and what they need in terms of graphic interfaces, automation and technologies.”

themselves. “Most system installers and “programmers” provide the consumer with a glorified remote,” noted Parent. “The user has the means to control the various systems within a home or office but the user needs to know which buttons to push and when. “Ken programs the systems such that the system operates automatically based upon the occurrence of certain factors (i.e. the ambient or exterior temperature rising or falling above or below a specific level) and/or users wishes and preferences. For instance, shades open or close during the day automatically thus enabling the home or commercial building to be more energy efficient.” “We have over 20 years experience in the design, install and programming of lighting, security, audio and video and hvac systems for custom homes and commercial buildings,” noted Parent “There are integration companies that you can go with that allow you to control the various systems within your home or office. However, with BlackFire Technologies you receive a proactive system that knows what to do and when do do it. It’s that level of true integration and ease of use that distinguishes us from our competition. BlackFire Technologies josh@blackfire.tech www.BlackFire.tech 702.530.3626

Mapoy has applied his technical and programming skills in electronic integration systems to some of Las Vegas’ largest casinos including Caesars and The Palms. He points outs out that not all software designers and programmers are created equal. “There are certain things that you can do with these systems that not all software developers and programmers can make them do,” Mapoy noted. “Numerous electronics integration firms have hired me on a subcontractor basis to program the systems that they have sold to their residential and commercial clients. The systems available to consumers today that control audio, video, lighting, hvac (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), security are pretty generic. There is no real integration or automation that allow, for instance, for lights to be turned on automatically upon walking into a room, security systems to be activated or deactivated, garage doors to be closed within a certain amount of time after having been inadvertently left open. I’ve been hired for many years now to provide the residential and/or commercial end user with all of these “bells and whistles,” the real automation and integration that make one’s home or commercial building easier to live in and/or use. The best systems are the ones you interact with the least,” Mapoy added” Parent echos Mapoy’s sentiment that the magic is in the programming of the systems and not necessarily in the systems

Josh Parent, founding member, BlackFire Technologies

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CADENCE

Promises the Rhythm of a New Day in Henderson

outhern Nevadans have an all-new place to call home, grounded by diverse home options, an active lifestyle and panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip.

access details on existing and forthcoming floor plans from the community’s diverse builders – Woodside Homes, Ryland Homes, Richmond American Homes and Lennar.

Cadence is a 2,200-acre community that, upon completion, will boast more than 13,200 homes in the heart of Henderson. Cadence is nestled just off Lake Mead Parkway at Sunset Road and is currently anchored by a modern Home Finding Center, more than 18 models and a number of residents.

Four Builders, A Number of Options

“Everything is in full motion and we have already welcomed several families to our community,” said Cheryl Persinger, spokesperson for The LandWell Company, developer of Cadence. “And, for those who are still looking for the right fit, we have plenty of resources to help pinpoint the perfect home.”

“The community has truly evolved before our eyes here in Henderson,” said Persinger. “From here, there will only be more features, more amenities and more stunning homes complementing the Cadence landscape.”

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The Home Finding Center is a solid starting point for a Cadence home search, and offers an interactive journey into available home enhancements as well as community amenities.

Woodside Homes has three distinct communities at Cadence – Chelsea, Park Place and At the Park, which is situated a stone’s

throw from Cadence’s 50-acre Central Park. Woodside’s offerings range from 2,240 to 3,287 square feet, feature three to five bedrooms and, depending on the model, may boast a casita, multigenerational suite, loggia or outdoor fireplace. Ryland offers two unique home collections at Cadence, Monroe and Huntington. The Monroe collection offers three-story home options ranging from 2,202 to 2,263 square feet, each including a Ryland Homes’ Signature Rooftop Deck. The Huntington collection offers two-story plans ranging from 1,942 to 2,330 square feet with an option rooftop deck. The Ryland Homes start in the mid $200s.

greater Henderson community. Cadence is a stone’s throw from a number of schools and will soon be home to two new Henderson options: Pinecrest Academy, a public choice, tuition-free charter school as well as Lake Mead Christian Academy’s middle and high school campuses. Additional information about Cadence may be accessed at www. cadencenv.com or by calling the community’s Home Finding Center at 702-558-9366.

Richmond American Homes is building a total of 221 homes on 34 acres at Cadence. The homes start in the mid $200s and eight distinctive floor plans are available. Richmond American features include maple cabinets, granite kitchen countertops, 17-by-17inch ceramic tile flooring, paver stone driveways and deluxe master bathrooms. And Heritage by Lennar, Cadence’s active adult community, boasts floor plans that range from approximately 1,700 to 3,000 square feet and feature standard upgrades including granite countertops, raised-panel maple cabinetry and mobile automation. Also included at Heritage is the Next Gen-Home within a Home by Lennar, a floor plan designed for multi-generational living. A 23,000-square-foot recreation center is under construction and will include an indoor lap pool, fitness center and aerobics studio, a grand ballroom and café. Building an Active Community In total, Cadence will feature a 100-acre sports park as well as more than 450 acres of open spaces, including trails that interconnect to regional trails such as the Las Vegas Wash Trail and the River Mountain Loop Trail. Free Wi-Fi available in the community’s public parks and Cadence offers the area’s only free residential bike-share program. Another focal point of Cadence is its 50-acre Central Park, which is already a welcome gathering place for residents and their guests. The vast park offers a scenic view of the Las Vegas valley, a seated amphitheater, covered picnic tables for gatherings and a large green space. In September 2015, Cadence announced the second phase of its Central Park, which will include a four-lane lap pool, a colorful 2,000-square-foot splash pad for children and an exclusive drop-off area and arrival plaza. “When we speak of an active lifestyle here at Cadence, we aren’t messing around,” said Persinger. “Southern Nevada, itself, boasts so many unique features to get out, explore and enjoy oneself. We have brought many of these features to our community.” Cadence is located just minutes from the Galleria Mall at Sunset, The District at Green Valley Ranch, Cowabunga Bay Water Park, St. Rose Dominican Hospitals and several retail centers and restaurants. Office space is available and retail locations are forthcoming at Cadence as is a grocery store that will serve the lvrealestatemag.com

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Several parks add to the great lifestyles offered at the Mountainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge and Providence master planned communities

arks provide great places for people of all ages to embrace the outdoors and play, get in shape, gather with family and friends, and provide a sense of community. While more parks are always needed, some residents in the southwest and northwest Las Vegas Valley have multiple options

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within their own neighborhoods. Master plan community developer Focus Property Group recognized the importance of parks in enhancing residents' lives and designed its Mountain's Edge and Providence master planned communities with several of

them. The parks in both of these fastselling communities have become a hub of activity and recreation for homeowners and also provide great venues for special resident-only events and several popular community-wide events. Located on Buffalo Drive, just south of

Knickerbocker Park at Providence Grand Opening

Blue Diamond Road, Mountain's Edge features Exploration Park and Nathaniel Jones Park, and Paiute Park is expected to open this summer. Community residents also enjoy the benefits of the beautiful new Mountain’s Edge Regional Park in the middle of the master plan. The “Howdy Neighbor” sign at the entrance to the 80-acre Exploration Park sets the welcoming tone, paying homage to the community's southwest theme, area history and pioneering spirit of discovery. Its signature feature is the 2,846-foot-tall Exploration Peak, a fully restored natural mountain park with walking, hiking and cycling trails to the top and spectacular views of the city. The Western Village is a “park within a park” that allows children to experience the fun of the Old West. Play structures and slides are incorporated into a town setting with traditional storefronts, stage coach, covered wagon, and water tower play area; and an Indian village has a teepee climber and archeology dig site.

Western Theme Park Entrance in Exploration Park

Other amenities include an outdoor amphitheater, walking trails, horseshoe pit, turf and picnic areas. The amphitheater’s mountain backdrop makes Exploration Park a beautiful setting for community-wide events, including the Country in the Park concert and festival and Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis community walk in May, Candlelighters Superhero 5K in September, and Family, Fur & Fun Festival in October. Exploration Park is just south of the Mountain’s Edge entrance at 9600 S. Buffalo Drive. Mothers with young children particularly like the smaller Nathaniel Jones Park. With its colorful shaded tot lot and

Wagon in the Western Theme Park in Exploration Park

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splash pad, the 20-acre park also features a walking trail, lighted basketball court and large turf areas. Named for an early Las Vegas pioneer, it is located at 8800 Sparkling Chandon Dr.

Mountain's Edge Park

The 220-acre Mountain’s Edge Regional Park is being developed in phases by Clark County through various funding sources. The 18-acre first phase is fitness-themed with several unique features, including a sports wall for racquet sports, soccer and other games, and a bike town area with miniature stop signs and crosswalks to teach young children how to safely ride bicycles and scooters. A first for the Las Vegas Valley, an interactive series of 15 to 26-foot rings provide the park with both a distinctive entrance and a new outdoor climbing experience. Other amenities include exercise stations, multiuse turf fields, a meditation garden, a 1.5-mile walking trail, restroom and picnic facilities, shade shelters and lighting. The regional park’s baseball complex is currently in the design stage. Future plans include hosting large community-wide events and activities, and having a regional center, cultural center, skate park, performing arts amphitheater, festival area, multi-use sports fields, practice softball fields, playground and spray feature, and enhanced picnic amenities with additional parking facilities. It is located at 7929 Mountain’s Edge Parkway.

Mountain's Edge Park

Across the valley in the Providence Master Planned Community, at 7181 N. Hualapai Way just north of I-215 No. Beltway, the three parks mirror the community's small-town, New England-style design that connects people with their neighbors and neighborhoods. Knickerbocker Park's layout and elevation uniquely provides panoramic views of the city. Named after Washington Irving’s “Knickerbocker Tales,” with the “Rip Van Winkle” and “The Headless Horseman” stories, the 15-acre park features tot lots for both 2 to 5-year-olds and 5 to 12-year-olds, swings, baseball field, multi-use field, splash pad, jogging path with exercise stations, dog park with large and small dog areas, and picnic areas. It is located at 10695 Dorrell Lane. The tree-lined Promenade Park runs through Providence's center, spanning several blocks. It is ideal for walking, jogging and cycling; has its own covered tot lot.

Mountain's Edge Park

The newest addition to Providence, Huckleberry Park is named after Mark Twain’s famed “Huckleberry Finn.” It features large and small dog parks, multi-use events field, full court basketball, outdoor stage area, swings, picnic area, shade ramada and other spaces for future amenities. The park is located at 10596 Farm Road. In addition to resident-only events, Providence parks also are home to community-wide events, including an annual spring event, National Night Out Block Party in August, Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday in September and Hometown Holidays in December.

Mountain's Edge Park

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To learn more about Mountain’s Edge, Providence and their parks, visit www.mountainsedge.com or www.providencelv.com.

Nathaniel Jones Park at Mountain's Edge

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Local real estate executive is making a difference for homeless teens C

raig Tann is a successful real estate executive with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, The Craig Tann Group, known for his service philosophy and knowledge specializing in luxury homes and properties throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Now he's become a success in another–and perhaps more longlasting and fulfilling–way, by making a difference in the lives of homeless teens through volunteerism and monetary support to Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, the most comprehensive service provider for over 11,000 homeless youth in Southern Nevada. Tann’s efforts are helping vulnerable teens access basic survival needs, such as food, clothing and shelter, and counseling and programs to pave the way to a path to self-sufficiency. It was a little more than a year ago that Tann first heard about NPHY through a former real estate colleague who now works at the nonprofit organization. “I was intrigued when I heard about the work Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth does to help local homeless youth, and thought this is an organization I want to know more about,” said Tann. “Though it was disheartening to learn there are so many homeless kids in our community, I felt hopeful, too, in hearing how and what NPHY does to help them. I knew I could help and jumped right in.”

“NPHY's partnership with Craig is multi-faceted, and we and the kids are so fortunate to have him as part of our family,” said Arash Ghafoori, NPHY executive director. “He is involved with us on practically all levels and is always trying to engage in new ways. Working with Craig is crucial to the agency, because he not only sees the importance of providing immediate support, but is also forward-looking, always thinking about the next opportunity to help.” 44

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Craig Tann, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, The Craig Tann Group

Some of Tann’s NPHY efforts have included: • The largest individual gift card donation during the 2014 Plastic Food Drive which provides hot meals for homeless kids during the holidays • Winning second place in the 2015 NPHY bowling tournament with his team and being a top donor at the event • Donating an entire palette of bottled water for NPHY clients • Donating money to pay for special items (yearbooks, senior photos, senior rings) for graduating high school seniors in the NPHY Independent Living Program so they could have the same experience as their peers • Helping NPHY establish relationships with major corporations • Collecting hygiene supplies that are passed out during outreach efforts on the streets. “It’s been such a humbling and inspiring experience to help the NPHY team and meet and talk with some of the homeless teens in the various programs,” said Tann. “Some have come from unimaginable situations, but they are thriving and getting the counseling and support they need to become self-sufficient, finish school, get a job or go to college. They make me want to do even more.” Tann said he plans to donate more time to NPHY this year

in addition to financial support. His enthusiasm is making a difference in others too. “I’ve been getting a lot of questions and interest from co-workers and friends on how they can participate and give back,” he said. “It’s great knowing I can play a part in the big picture of the immense work Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth does. I strongly believe that if we all just play a small part, big things in our community can change.” Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth continues to be the most comprehensive service provider for over 11,000 homeless youth in Southern Nevada, serving hundreds of youth through its core programs and by touching the lives of thousands more through outreach each year. NPHY programs stabilize homeless teens' lives, meeting their immediate needs and providing a safe, supportive environment and a path to self-sufficiency. Programs include: Outreach, Safe Place Mobile Crisis Intervention, Operation Go Home Family Reunification, Drop-In Center, Emergency Shelter, and Independent Living Program.

Teen receiving assistance at NPHY

“Our mission is to end homelessness among Nevada youth,” said Ghafoori. “These youth are our future and they deserve the same opportunities for a quality future that other peers in the community enjoy.” Ghafoori noted there is a high cost to society when homeless youth don’t have the opportunities to rise above their circumstances and that Southern Nevadans need to know that “the overwhelming majority of these youth are homeless through no fault of their own … and they’re really good kids who just need help.” For information and to support NPHY’s critical work to get homeless youth off the streets, visit www.nphy.org, follow NPHY on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ nevadapartnershipforhomelessyouth or call 702-383-1332.

Youth have a safe place to study or just relax at NPHY

Arash Ghafoori, NPHY-left with Craig Tann and team at Homeless in the Alley Bowling Tournament

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MICHELE POMBO READY TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS Las Vegas Real Estate Magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new landlord/ tenant expert will help you understand the law

veryone has rented an apartment or single family residence at some point in their lives. Chances are that many of you own rental property and as landlords either manage the property yourself or work with a property management firm. Whether a tenant or landlord, everyone has questions regarding the landlord/tenant relationship and the respective rights and duties of each. Las Vegas Real Estate Magazine is thrilled and extremely proud to announce that Michele Pombo is joining the magazine as a columnist on landlord/tenant issues. She is the author of two landlord/tenant law reference books and broker/owner

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of Las Vegas Turnkey Rentals, a Las Vegas real estate property management firm. With over 30 years of experience in the Las Vegas rental market, Pombo was first introduced to the business by the property manager of her apartment complex. “Our property manager noticed that I was particularly good at communicating with people and knowledgeable about landlord/tenant law so one day she asked if I would be interested in taking over as the company’s onsite manager,” said Pombo. It was love at first "site" for Pombo and began an approximate 35 year career. “I’ve always been fascinated by landlord/tenant law and it became my passion." When her firm’s broker decided to make some changes with which Pombo did not agree, Pombo decided to make a change of her own and two years ago she opened up her own real estate property management firm, Las Vegas Turnkey Rentals. “I now have the freedom to make my own decisions,” said Pombo “I have four employees and they all have their own state property management permits, state and county business licenses. We are also all members of the GLVAR (Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors), we are members of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating, and we are members of the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce. This is a highly regulated industry with a strong canon of ethics. We do things 100 percent by the book here.”

themselves than they do the owners of the properties they manage. Where do Pombo and her team get their clients? “Most of our clients are referred to us by our existing clients but we also receive referrals from real estate agents throughout the Valley,” said Pombo. ”We pay our referring agents 10 perecent of the first month’s rent on a short term referral, 20 percent if the tenancy is six months or longer. I also receive many calls from realtors who have landlord/tenant related questions. I’m happy to help and a simple ‘thank you’ is a great reward.” “I love what I do and my cell phone is 24/7 for my owner clients and their tenants,” Pombo stated “My employees and I work very hard, we respect each other and we have fun because we enjoy what we do. The most interesting part of this business for me is that every single day is different. Every day that I get to problem solve and learn something new about Las Vegas Real Estate is a truly great day for me.” Las Vegas TurnKey Rentals 7229 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 110 Las Vegas, NV 89117 (702) 220-5700 For more information, visit www.TurnKeyLV.com

Pombo’s company serves both homeowners and renters. “We help our owners make money on their investments,” stated Pombo. “We manage and maintain their homes as if they were our own and we recognize that their main asset is the tenant because it is the tenant who effectively pays the mortgage and taxes on the property. Therefore, we provide the residents with the highest level and standard of care to ensure their optimum use and enjoyment of the property.” Pombo and her team also offer both furnished and unfurnished homes. “We were the first company in Las Vegas to offer a wide variety of fully furnished homes,” said Pombo. “Since then, other companies have tried to copy us. We’re flattered but we’re finding that the downfall of some of these companies is that they care more about lvrealestatemag.com

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ashion and style are important and one of the tools for success in business. Janice Wilson, manager of Eccoci in Boca Park, offers some great tips for professional women on how to dress for success. Las Vegas Real Estate magazine: What is your background? Janice Wilson: I was a former executive with IBM Corporation, a radio talk show host, author of four books, travel editor for Jetsetters magazine, fashion vlogger and keynote speaker. I have a master's degree from Northwestern University. All of my professional experience has allowed me to create a niche in the Las Vegas market for Eccoci fashions, while enjoying a career I love! LVRE: Why is fashion knowledge important for todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s professional

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woman? JW: When a person enters a room, an impression is made about you within seven seconds. Your image can say you are smart, sophisticated, capable and classy. A well-put together image can make the difference in the success of your business and how potential customers trust your acumen. LVRE: What are some staples a professional woman should have in her closet? JW: I would suggest three or four beautiful suits that fit really well. Fit is so important. Five to six dresses that you can add a jacket for cooler weather

is always a staple. Dresses work well with the heat in Las Vegas because they don’t become detached like skirts and blouses do when you are driving in a car going from one appointment to the other. We can help women with our 10 piece wardrobe which allows them to create at least 20 different outfits from just four jackets, three tops, three bottoms and a dress. LVRE: What is trending now in women’s’ fashion? JW: Trends can be seasonal. This summer it’s all about color blocking. Bright colors like spring green, yellow and turquoise as well as bright tangerine and pinks are very popular as well. The summer casual clothing features oversized tops with deep backs, crisp white and lime green together for a fresh summer look. The fall fashions will feature lots of colored leathers, as well as an emphasis on lace accents. Also, accessories with a little bling can make an outfit sing! After all , we live in Las Vegas! LVRE: What makes shopping in Eccoci different? JW: When a customer comes into our store they are not often thinking about how to put entire outfits together. They might just be looking at clothes, but not see all of the possibilities. This is where our expert staff can help. We make it our job to take as much time as the customer would like, to help them try on outfits, try other pieces that would look great together and let them know when something truly does not work for them. If a customer does not love the piece of clothing they are trying on, we won’t let them buy it! It’s important to not shop with your best friend though, because they might not want to say when something you are trying on just doesn’t fit you well, but we will. And if it needs just a pinch of adjustment here and there, we have a seamstress in our store to take care of the fit until you love it! Taking loving care of our customers above and beyond other fashion stores makes Eccoci truly unique. LVRE: What do you love about Eccoci

fashions?

the outfit suites their body and their style.

JW: The European inspired designs. Their fabrics are the foundation of the collections. They use the absolute finest natural fibers, acquired from the most respected European and foreign sources. Only pure Italian and Japanese silks, pure cottons and woolens from England and Moreno wool from Italy are used to make the clothing, as well as a sumptuous range of blends. Our clothes are light in weight, sublime to the touch. The quality is matched only by their design and construction, with methods faithful to the tradition of old world patterning.

LVRE: What are some of the local charities Eccoci supports?

LVRE: What types of clothing does Eccoci typically carry? JW: Couture fashions at 75 percent off retail. Updated fashions with separates to ensembles, from business apparel, casual clothes to holiday wear. Our fashions are investment dressing. Eccoci fashions are timeless. Each seasons’ collections are designed to mix and match with past and future seasons. You can build your wardrobe season to season, year to year and never make a fashion mistake with our collections. You don’t have to break the bank to wear designer and couture fashions either. We have special collections that are on deep discount right now!

JW: We have created “Fashion With a Purpose” events for Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Women in Music and Arts, Leukemia Society, Breast Cancer Awareness and so many more. We provide the location and the libations as you bring your friends and guests for a memorable evening of fun and fashion. We also host Sip and Swirl events where you can learn 10 fashion tips to create your own fashion statement as well as enjoy the evening with your girlfriends sipping wine and playing with clothes!! LVRE: Do you have any final fashion advice for our readers? JW: If you don’t love it, don’t buy it. If it doesn’t fit, don’t wear it. Buy collections of clothing to create many outfits with a few classic pieces. Let us help you! We are specially trained to know our products. We want to dress you so that when you walk into a room, your statement is loud and clear. Eccoci is located 750 S. Rampart Blvd. in Boca Park, 6671 Las Vegas Blvd. S. in Town Square and 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. S. in the Fashion Show mall. For more information call 702-949-5999.

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LYNAAE FORBES

Drawing upon a negative past to build a positive future By Rick Amor

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as Vegas real estate broker Lynaae Forbes clearly appreciates the value of having a home more than most. To her, a home is much more than four walls and a roof. It is where life is created, memories made, moments treasured, dreams and hearts fulfilled. Why does she appreciate this more than most? Because for the majority of Forbe’s childhood, she didn’t have one. The eldest of three children, Forbes and her siblings had the grave misfortune of being born into an environment of physical and mental abuse. Taken from their abusive parents before Forbes was in kindergarten, she and her siblings were placed in the foster care system. She was permanently separated from her siblings at the age of 12 when she was adopted by a family. Her elation of finally having a home was shortlived since the family that adopted her also subjected her to years of mental abuse. While Forbes considers her years in the foster care system as unquestionably the worst period of her life, she now realizes that she learned some very valuable lessons and skills that serve her well in her daily personal and professional lives. “Being placed in home after home, the first thing I had to do was to decide how I could fit in,” she said. “I had to listen closely, watch what people were doing and saying. I had to learn to deal with different people with different temperaments. I had to deal with the intricate part of not feeling wanted nor needed, just being there. I learned to fill that space by becoming a good listener and by learning to read people extremely well. “I always wondered what specifically drew me to real estate,” Forbes noted. “Then one day a colleague suggested I find great joy and satisfaction from getting people into homes because I never truly had one.” Forbes entered the real estate profession

in 1989 in Washington state. After several years, she became a loan agent. Wishing to learn all aspects of the real estate buying process, she began working for title companies as a notary signing agent processing lender packages . “I think it would be nice if every real estate agent had to work for three months in an escrow office,” she said. “The training I received in title, how to read a HUD Settlement Statement [Form used to itemize the services and fees charged to the borrower by the lender or broker when applying for a loan to purchase or refinance real estate], what lenders require of the title companies, the details associated with sellers’ and buyers instructions was truly invaluable and has made me a much better agent.” Forbes processed mortgages until 2011, having taken time in 2010 to obtain her Nevada Real Estate License. She became a full time real estate agent in 2011. Her first year, she achieved $1 million in sales and in her second year, $3 million in sales. In her third year, she amassed $4 million in sales. The following year, 2015, she sold $4 ½ million dollars worth of real estate. Earlier this year, Forbes passed her broker’s exam and now adds this designation to her long list of achievements in the industry. Why did she feel compelled to become a broker? “Credibility with other agents,” she responded. “You can tell everyone that you’ve been doing this for 25 years but as a broker you command more respect from those within the industry.” Forbes credits her experiences in the foster care system for much of her success in real estate. “My ability to communicate with clients and to negotiate comes from my ability to read and to truly hear what they’re saying,” she observed. “Communication, both spoken and unspoken is key to success in real estate.” Forbes also credits her experience in all areas of the real estate purchasing process

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for her success. “I come from the lending industry having processed loans for many years and I come from the title industry having handles all aspects of a escrow file. I have prepared myself to inform and educate my clients at the highest level.”. Forbes said she works with buyers and sellers equally. “Buyers don’t know how to convey or articulate precisely what they want. What typically happens is a lot of agents don’t listen and aren’t good listeners so they’re not hearing what their client is asking for,” observed Forbes. “My goal is to sit down with my buyers and make a list of needs and wants. The other thing is to listen to them to find out where their comfort level is regarding the amount of their

mortgage and payment.” Forbes said she calculates her clients’ likely mortgage payment. The next question she asks is how much is their current rent?. If there is a large disparity, she suggests they look at homes of lesser value because their payment may very well approximate their rent and thus present them with a more comfortable financial commitment. Why does Forbes suggest that her clients look at less expensive homes? “Because it is much easier to go down first, then move up if they can’t find a home they wish to purchase than going high and then down,” she said “Now you’ve shown your client something of higher quality with upgrades such as marble, tile floors, nicer cabinets and

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countertops, they may not be able to afford. With a less expensive home, the buyer sees the things that they can do on their own as sweat equity rather than going and spending an additional 50 thousand. Now you don’t have to talk them out of it because they are already there. You’ll fail every time if you show them the highest value and nicer properties first. You’ll have a difficult time showing them the properties for which they truly qualify.” “My job as a real estate agent is to know my craft, to know my industry and to know my business,” stated Forbes. “Any

agent that says “I can’t answer that” is doing their client a disservice because it is their job to understand all aspect of the process and to communicate and educate their client on what they can expect at every stage. Because of my experience at all levels and stages of the real estate buying process I can and do provide this to every one of my clients. Lynaae Forbes Desert Valley Realty 1980 Festival Plaza Drive Las Vegas, NV 89135 702.743.7797 lasvegasexpertagent.com

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CHEFS THOMAS KELLER, DANIEL BOULUD, JÉRÔME BOCUSE HOSTS ULTIMO A Weekend Of Excellence At The Venetian And The Palazzo Las Vegas 60

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he Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas, along with celebrated chefs Thomas Keller, Daniel Boulud and an all-star team of culinary personalities, hosted Ultimo-A Weekend of Excellence. Now in its third year, Ultimo took luxury to new heights with four uniquely themed experiences and exceptional feasts celebrating Earth, Water, Air and Fire. The extravagant celebration kicked off Dec. 17 with the distinguished Bocuse d'Or Team USA competition, held in partnership with ment'or BKB Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Chefs Thomas Keller, Daniel Boulud, and J茅r么me Bocuse. Bocuse d'Or is the world's most prestigious culinary competition for young talented chefs. Four teams went head-to-head Thursday in The Venetian Ballroom. After 4 hours and 35 minutes, Chef Mathew Peters and commis Harrison Turone from New York restaurant, Per Se, New York, NY were announced the winners and will go on to represent the United States at the 2017 Bocuse d'Or biennial competition in Lyon, France. The esteemed Team USA event was followed by an impressive dinner prepared by Chefs Daniel Boulud, J茅r么me Bocuse, Josiah Citrin and Diane Yang, where the theme Earth was showcased

through wild game, Urbani truffles and French tradition. Guests savored black truffle soup, Wolfe Ranch quail (foie gras, perigord truffles), and Millbrook venison (endives, chestnut, molasses-date, rose hips), paired with lovely champagne and wines. On Dec. 18, the evening welcomed the return of the spectacular Grand Banquet in the iconic Grand Colonnade. Guests dined in the spirit of Air on one spectacular single table made of glass with big beautiful white accent pieces and chandeliers underneath dangling over a pristine white carpet. Using custom effects, artificial "clouds" were blown into the space throughout the night making the evening more magical. Chefs Thomas Keller, Philip Tessier, Shaun Hergatt and Ming Tsai prepared a decadent European-inspired dinner that was complemented with opulent champagnes and wines from Krug Champagne, DAOU Vineyards & Winery and Memento Mori Wines. "The Ultimo dinner is a menu I have been thinking about doing for years," said Chef Keller, during the event. "It's a very special dinner and tonight with all of these wonderful lovely people we are going to eat some wonderful food and drink some wonderful wine."

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Songstress Christina Grimmie (finalist of NBC's â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Voiceâ&#x20AC;?) sat at the piano and entertained guests throughout the evening, while the celebrity chefs mixed and mingled. Miss Universe 2014 Paulina Vega Dieppa also made a special appearance. On Saturday afternoon, Ultimo introduced the magnificent Floating Lunch in Grand Canal Shoppes, to celebrate Water. A table was specially created and built over the water of the famous Grand Canal. Gondoliers sang and served Prosecco from their boats while guests dined on dishes from Chef Richard Rosendale including charred tuna (edible vegetable "garden," rye soil, avocado silk), king crab salad (caviar, green apple gelee, nasturtium), and roasted halibut (saffron mousse, herb persillade, black garlic emulsion, white asparagus veloute). This intimate experience made guests feel like they were transported straight to the Mediterranean. Ultimo continued Saturday night and heated up with the theme of Fire. A cocktail reception outdoors on Doge's Palace plaza kicked the night off. Guests sipped on Champagne as they

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IDDO GAVISH Living in the Season of Giving 365 days a year By Rick Amor

aya Angelou, an American author, poet, and civil rights activist, once said "When you learn, teach. When you get, give." Some among us have chosen to embrace and personify these inspiring principles with enthusiasm and dedication. One such person within the Las Vegas real estate community is broker Iddo Gavish of Gavish Real Estate. The father of four children and celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary in July, Gavish has been a realtor in Las Vegas for 12 years. He is the founder and owner of Gavish Real Estate, a Las Vegas real estate firm of approximately 100 agents. As Gavish and his agents have continued to experience success here in the Valley, he is ever vigilant to acknowledge this success by giving back to those in need through various charities such as Three Square (Southern Nevadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only food bank that provides assistance to residents of Lincoln, Nye, Esmeralda and Clark counties), youth sport organizations and the scouts. Gavish also takes his entire office to help on the food line and each year supports the annual Chet Buchanan & The Morning Zoo 98.5 FM toy drive by donating dozens of bicycles for needy children. Gavish credits his charitable spirit to his religious faith. "In Judaism there are 613 commandments, one of which is to give and to share with those in need. We believe that if you get, you give," he noted. "One of my mentors is Sheldon Adelson who believes in the three S's. He told me that one should Save, Spend and Share." Gavish also attributes his benevolence to the suffering he witnessed throughout the recession here in Las Vegas, one of the most highly impacted areas in the country. In fact, one of his main charitable events each year is the Mortgage/Rent Giveaway, which he notes, was born from the economic hardships he and his agents saw many Valley residents suffer during that period. "During the recession, my agents and I handled many REOs or bank owned homes. We saw how many people we had to effectively kick out of their homes by offering them cash for keys, Gavish noted. "We were the middleman between the bank and those who we're losing their homes. It was not an easy thing to do and so many people were suffering. The idea just came to me one day to help alleviate some of the suffering I and my agents were seeing daily by offering to pay someone's mortgage or rent for an entire year."

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2013. The first lucky family to benefit from Gavish's charity was the Gomez family. "We pulled up to their home, knocked on their door and surprised them. It was such a great and joyful moment. The matriarch of the family took me aside and said, "You don't realize what you just did for my family." She explained the hardships she and her family had experienced and how much this gift meant to all of them." That was an amazing feel-good moment that I will never forget." The second year of Gavish's mortgage/rent giveaway was just as memorable and heartwarming as the first. "The woman who won was an assistant to a school teacher of special needs children," said Gavish "That was another fantastic experience that I will never forget." Gavish explains that through the Mortgage/Rent Giveaway, he pays the winner's mortgage or rent up to $1,500 per month for an entire year. The winner of the giveaway is announced on New Year's Eve. One change this year will be in the media sponsorship. In this, the third year of the Giveaway, Channel 8 has chosen to be the media sponsor. Why does Gavish continue to engage in his Mortgage/Rent Giveaway and other charitable efforts throughout the year? "First and foremost it's a beautiful way to give back to the community," noted Gavish. "We are part of the community and we're going to continue to be a part of the community. It's not about the fact that you can make money. It's about the fact that you can make money and give back to the community and that's a wonderful thing." Gavish also believes that it is very important to inspire others to give of their time and/or money to those in need, a kind of charitable philosophy pay it forward. His lessons start at home with his own family. "I encourage my kids to perform random acts of kindness. I tell them that they should do what they can and that if they don't help other when they don't have it, they won't help others when they do." Gavish's eldest daughter Sivan admires her father for his charitable actions and has apparently heeded his advice. The newest addition to the Gavish Real Estate family, echoes her father's charitable sentiments lending credence to the saying "the apple does not fall far from the tree." "My father and mother truly care about their community. They have big hearts and want to give back, she noted. "My kindness is from my mother and father. They've taught me to be the way I am. I do various things such as spontaneously pay for the person behind me in line at Starbucks and give to those in need because I have this constant reminder of their contributions to

the community." A lesson we would all agree, especially at this time of the year, is very well learned indeed. 12,000-square-foot first floor office space reveals a veritable real estate command center with virtually every aspect of the residential real estate process covered with systematic precision and efficiency. There is also a title company on the second floor. With approximately 100 agents and over 200 listings, Gavish has clearly created a dynamic work environment that works on many levels, especially on a personal level between and amongst his agents. “We teach here, we don’t belittle,” noted Gavish of the culture he has created and maintains within his office. “I don’t compete with my agents. I help them to grow and to succeed. I know they will make mistakes but mistakes allow them to grow. I am the captain of the ship but I never focus on my own enrichment. By helping my agents to become better realtors I realize that we will all grow and flourish together.” Gavish cited an example of one of his experienced agents who approached him during the recession disheartened that she went from selling high end homes to selling REO (bank owned) properties. “I told her not to look at the commission but to focus on serving the individual client’s needs no matter what the price tag,” Gavish recounted. “I also told her to always do the right thing for a client because when you do it inevitably comes back to benefit you in some way whether personal, financial or in some cases both.” Gavish noted that approximately one year after the agent handled a bank owned property for a client; the agent told him that her client had returned to her and asked that she represent her in the sale of another much more expensive property. “Take care of your customer and you will have a customer for life,” Gavish said with a smile. Gavish believes that the success of his agents comes as a result of taking the path less traveled. “I tell them not to be average but to be exceptional. Mediocrity is unacceptable. I tell them to do the opposite of what other agents are doing. I figured out early on that to be truly successful in this business I had to be different.” While Gavish prides himself in having an open door policy and always being available to share his knowledge with his agents, he also maintains an internal staff of managers handling the various aspects of his business. By doing so, Gavish has found that his agents receive the focused attention they deserve and that which he simply cannot provide alone. “My managers are constantly analyzing and improving our business model to be even more efficient and effective in satisfying our clients’ wants and needs,” Gavish said. “When I face a problem alone, my view is limited. Yet, with my team of seasoned professionals, I can step back and gain a much broader and clearer perspective of the issues we face on a daily basis.”

I believe it’s incumbent upon all Realtors to help educate these and other buyers and help them to believe again in the power and benefit of home ownership. Because in a more robust and resurgent market like ours, real estate is still the fastest way to create wealth.” Through his success and true to his childhood beliefs, Gavish believes in giving back to his community. “I give my time and my money to various charities principally among them Three Square, Southern Nevada’s only food bank that provides assistance to residents of Lincoln, Nye, Esmeralda and Clark counties. I’ve taken my whole office to help on the food line. Every year, I also support a toy drive for needy children with radio personality Chet Buchanan (98.5 FM KLUC). We raise hundreds of thousands of dollars and collect many thousands of toys for local families and their children.” Gavish explained his charitable nature by noting that in Judaism there are 613 good deeds, one of which is to give to those in need. “Of higher importance than giving is to give anonymously without an expectation of some form of recognition. Every year I give more than I gave the previous year because I feel that as my ability increases so to should the extent of my charitable contributions.” Very proud of his heritage, Gavish serves on the Israeli American Counsel. “All of my kids speak Hebrew. There is this prevailing fear among Israeli Americans that as Israelis live abroad they are likely to move further and further from their heritage. The Counsel serves to find ways of bringing Israeli Americans and Jewish Americans together so that this doesn’t happen. It’s important that my children and others of their generation know and appreciate where they came from.” So what does the future of Gavish Real Estate look like to its founder and chief architect? “Gavish Real Estate is no longer about me but it is now a brand. A brand that stands for integrity, client service, loyalty and always doing the right thing for the client. We place the client’s interests first and foremost on our list of priorities in every transaction.” As for his company slogan “Capicé? That’s Gavish!,” he explained, “My nickname in junior high and high school was Capicé.” It is also an alternate form of the Italian slang word Capice meaning "Asking for agreement, understanding, belief ” (UrbanDictionary.com). It is an extremely apt word for a man like Iddo Gavish who strives daily to have others understand what his family name and his company stands for including an ever expanding list of satisfied clients and the undeniable success of Gavish and his agents at Gavish Real Estate.

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