Miami was once again the strongest rental market in the nation in 2024, even though it cooled from last year, according to RentCafe’s Year-End Report. It is the third year in a row that Miami has held the title. During the year, Miami saw a 4.12% increase in new rental units added to its inventory (0.41% more than in 2023). 72% of Miami renters renewed their leases, up 0.8% from the previous year. Each vacant rental in Miami attracted 18 prospective…

Words by: Stephanie Chen • Photos courtesy of Pantone PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse is the Pantone Color of the Year 2025. A soft yet rich brown hue, Mocha Mouse reflects the delectable quality of cacao, chocolate, and coffee. “Underpinned by our desire for everyday pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of Pantone Color Institute. “Sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse extends our perceptions…

Stories From Hilton – December 5, 2024 Hilton’s luxury brands experienced a record-breaking year of growth with more than 500 properties now open in highly coveted destinations offering once-in-a-lifetime guest experiences across Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, and Signia by Hilton, including a new exclusive partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) and a growing portfolio of standalone Waldorf Astoria Residences. Sitting on a two-acre oceanfront site, Waldorf Astoria Residences Pompano Beach spans only 92 residential…

Imagine living in a condo with everything at your fingertips: a full suite of amenities—from coworking spaces and wellness facilities to art studios and private screening rooms—all paired with luxury hotel services and wrapped in a stunning design. That’s the allure of today’s branded residences, and it’s no surprise demand is skyrocketing. In a post-pandemic world, “people are looking for space, but also a lifestyle experience,” says Adelina Wong Ettelson, global head of residences marketing at Mandarin Oriental, which entered…

The 1,000-room resort between Miami and Fort Lauderdale will be the fourth Signia property, a growing Hilton brand focused primarily on the meetings market. The Diplomat, originally designed by Nichols Architects in the 2000s, is currently part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, but soon will become the Signia by Hilton Diplomat Resort, reinforcing the property’s focus on serving meeting and incentive groups across 209,000 square feet of event space. The Diplomat’s oceanfront convention center includes a 50,000-square-foot Great Hall…