Cassina Store Miami commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Charlotte Perriand Collection with a special event highlighting the designer’s groundbreaking contributions to modern design. The store unveils a curated presentation of Perriand’s iconic works, including the chaise longue Indochine , the Rio low table , and the Table Montparnasse . This celebration features a window installation and a cocktail reception at the Miami Design District store located at 3901 NE 2nd Avenue. The event is hosted by Cassina CEO Luca Fuso and includes appearances by Pernette Perriand, Charlotte Perriand's daughter and sole heir, and Cassina’s Art Director Patricia Urquiola. Rio low table, Charlotte Perriand Exclusive Launch of the Table Manifest A highlight of the evening is the debut of the Table Manifest  ( ©ADAGP, Paris, 2024, ©Succession Picasso, Paris, 2024) , an intricate design first conceived by Perriand in 1937. Produced by Cassina in collaboration with the Almine Rech gallery, this table features artistic bas-reliefs by Pablo Picasso and Fernand Léger and is available exclusively through the gallery. Table Montparnasse, Charlotte Perriand Perriand’s Legacy Charlotte Perriand is celebrated as a trailblazer in contemporary design, challenging traditional aesthetics and redefining interior spaces. Her innovative work remains central to Cassina's identity, as evidenced by the brand's ongoing commitment to re-editing and promoting her designs. From the debut of the Charlotte Perriand Collection in 2004 to numerous international exhibitions, Cassina has ensured her legacy continues to inspire. Indochine chaise longue, Charlotte Perriand On Display in Miami Visitors to the Cassina Store Miami will find several key pieces: Chaise Longue Indochine : A functional and aesthetic masterpiece reimagined from Perriand’s 1943 rattan original, now crafted with tubular steel and sustainable materials. Table Montparnasse : A bold, asymmetrical wooden table blending practicality and elegance, available in Canaletto walnut or ash. Rio Low Table : A visually striking design offered in updated finishes, including Viennese cane and luxurious marbles. Cassina, a leader in industrial design since 1927, continues to innovate while preserving the heritage of modern design icons like Perriand. Learn more at cassina.com . By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Cassina. Photos by Luca Merli

Miami is one of the most desired places to move to in the world. Many people are relocating to Miami, including young professionals, expats, and people from around the world. A recent Remitly study found that Miami was the third top alternative relocation destination, beating out Dubai. Miami's warm weather, vibrant lifestyle, favorable tax laws, and job opportunities attract both young professionals and established executives, including many within the growing tech industry. Amit Raizada and his associates at Spectrum Business Ventures, Inc . are developing  luxurious, tech-savvy homes designed and built to satisfy any discerning Miami homebuyer—whether a long-standing Floridian or an incoming transplant seeking the lifestyle and opportunities that Miami has to offer. Raizada’s latest offering is a spectacular waterfront estate on Miami’s iconic Venetian Islands.  Rivo Alto Island is the only Venetian Island with sidewalks on its perimeter, the absence of visible power lines, and its close proximity to the Sunset Harbour dining and shopping hub. Showcasing sophisticated contemporary design and coveted western sunset views, 240 W Rivo Alto Drive is an architectural triumph and any homeowner’s dream. This brand-new home, which was designed by Borges Architects and built by CDC Contractors, redefines luxury living in Miami Beach. Raizada is a visionary and a perfectionist, traits that are revealed in every detail of the home. With no expense spared, Raizada curated the perfect combination for a Venetian Islands mansion—effortless luxury meets timeless and practical design.  This waterfront residence represents a rare opportunity for those seeking both style and substance. The design ethos emphasizes natural light, refinement, and functionality, from the moment you enter the home until you bask in the breathtaking sunsets from the outdoor living areas. The gated entryway opens to reveal a subtle but glorious travertine cascading water feature. Through the front door is a 22-foot tall entry gallery with a floating glass staircase that is sure to make a statement. Floor-to-ceiling windows and 10-foot ceilings flood the interior with abundance of natural light, while multiple waterfront lounges are seamlessly integrated with a 10-person dining setting for ultimate entertaining. The state-of the art kitchen is sure to please any foody, replete with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, a sleek integrated cooktop, travertine countertops and white oak finishes, all of which are eclipsed by the waterfront views from every window.   Spanning 7,129 gross-square feet, the home features five spacious bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, plus a versatile upstairs media den that can also serve as an office. The primary bedroom suite is expansive, with seating areas, dual custom walk-in closets, a spa-inspired bath with a soaking tub, and a private terrace overlooking the downtown Miami skyline. The main level of the home also offers an entertainment niche, as well as multiple seating and conversation areas.    The back of the home opens to an openair oasis complete with an infinity-edge pool and spa, an outdoor kitchen with covered dining, sumptuous landscaping providing both beauty and  privacy and 60 feet waterfront. A waterfront rooftop retreat offers the ultimate sunset experiences. “This property checks all of the boxes that today’s luxury buyers are looking for,” said listing agent Dina Goldentayer who has sold 67 homes on the highly sought-after Venetian Islands. “Brand new construction with western exposure, stylized finishes, and an ideal location next to Sunset Harbour.” 240 W Rivo Alto Drive  is listed at $20,950,000 by Dina Goldentayer , the number one agent nationally for Douglas Elliman.  By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Douglas Eliman.

In this exclusive interview with Miami Living Magazine , we sit down with Marcia Kimpton—filmmaker, travel guru, author, and the daughter of Bill Kimpton, the visionary founder of Kimpton Hotels. With a lifetime of global adventures and storytelling under her belt, Marcia has launched her own app, Kimpton Travels and Films , where she combines her love for cinema and travel, offering a unique window into the cultures, stories, and hidden gems she’s discovered in over 40 countries. Known for her award-winning films, Marcia continues to push boundaries—whether through her new late-night travel show, Bright Lights Late Nights , her organized group retreats to healing destinations such as Bhutan and Hawaii, or her inspiring book Escaping the Hollywood Bardo . Join us as we dive into her world, where passion for travel, creativity, and personal transformation intersect. Miami Living (ML): Marcia, it's such a pleasure to sit down with you today! You've had such an exciting and varied journey - from filmmaking to traveling the world, and now launching your app, Kimpton Travels and Films. To start off, we’d love to hear: What first sparked your passion for travel, and how did that early curiosity evolve into the incredible career and adventures you’ve had so far?   When I was younger my family took a lot of American history trips to all the great historical battles sites and museums. Then when I was 18 years old it was my first trip to Europe as a graduation present, and that’s when Pandora's box was opened. I knew for the rest of my life I would travel the world because of the excitement from learning from different cultures. I come from a divorced family and both sets of parents traveled all the time (mostly to Europe) and I was the first child in the family that first traveled to Africa and then Asia. I must add I do regret not saving the hotel keys from all these hotels because I have been to so many.   ML: Your father, Bill Kimpton, founded one of the most prestigious hotel chains in the world. How did his approach to hospitality shape your own journey, both personally and professionally?   I remember growing up and all the hotels had white walls with generic paintings until I went to Europe at 18, I saw exactly what inspired my father to change the hotel industry. When he was in his 20’s he took a motorcycle across Europe and he never forgot how each little family-owned hotel was so unique and beautiful, so the dream was set then in his head. He would design a beautiful hotel room, at a reasonable price, which didn’t exist until he created Kimpton Hotels in 1981. If you went to big cities back then in the US you could find a few unique hotels but growing up it was generic and quite ugly almost everywhere in the USA. Once my dad started these hotels it was truly my mission to find a cool place where I went in the world, and it was years later that I realized I can’t stay in generic hotel rooms. Sure, everyone loves luxury, but I loved watching my dad create unique hotel properties. I realized how much the atmosphere of your environment traveling really affects your trip. In my app I have been fortunate to travel to the top hotels. I also try to find those hidden gems. The Luxe Hotel in Ubud, Bali would be my first pick because it reminded me of a smaller Kimpton Hotel. In regards to my profession, my father inspired me to think so big. Anything was possible, so traveling the world and finding the greatest artists to talk to with a small film crew for the late night show Bright Lights Late Nights (now on my app) was something that I knew I could do. I took a film crew post Covid 2021, when no one was traveling, to Turkey, Greece, Portugal, France and South Africa because I would not let the fear of flying and traveling get in the way. It was glorious because no one was traveling and everywhere we went was empty. A year later we were venturing to Bhutan, Morocco, Bali, India, Nepal, Uganda and New Zealand all in less than 4 months because every country is interesting to me, as long as it is safe! For my father he always saw the US have many Kimpton Hotels but truthfully I don’t know if he saw the world? He unfortunately passed at 65 years old and there were only 40 hotels then, and now the hotels are around the world! ML: Your new app, Kimpton Travels and Films, combines your love for travel and filmmaking. Can you share a moment from your travels that deeply impacted you, perhaps an experience or a story from one of the 40 countries you’ve visited that still lingers in your heart today?   This is such a hard question to answer but I will try to be brief since there are so many experiences that impacted me deeply. There is this temple named Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai, Thailand that I went to in 2000, and when I stood there in Northern Thailand, I felt this tremendous peaceful energy. I said to myself “I hope I film here one day.” 16 years later I was filming my movie “Bardo Blues” in one of my most favorite cities in the world with amazing Thai people right in front of this temple. It felt surreal. The other life changing experience I must include is when I went to Bhutan for the first time after seeing the movie “Travelers and Magicians” and I had a panic attack (which is very uncommon for me,) but we left Bangkok and picked up passengers in Calcutta, but they kept the plane on the runway for an hour. The pilot said they were waiting for the weather to clear in the Himalayan mountains.I was a single mother without my daughter, traveling alone on what I came to find is a plane and a country without flight radar. They only flew by sight, and I started to sweat like I was in a sauna. I thought, "what if my daughter never sees me again?!" This was 2003 when very few tourists traveled there. Bhutan was so remote and only opened its borders to tourists in 1974. So, I got up and looked for a local since it was all white tourists and there was one Bhutanese person. I introduced myself and told him how nervous I was, and I asked him if I was safe to fly in or should I get off. He said he knew the pilots. He told me they were friends. I looked at him and realized he was the lead actor in “Travelers and Magicians” which had inspired me to come, and I asked him and he just smiled. I flew in safely, although it’s known to be the scariest descent and most difficult landing in the world. The actor, Tshewang Dendup, took me around his beautiful, sacred country. We met romantically in Paris a few months later and we are still friends today. I would say Bhutan is my favorite country in the world because there is nothing like a country who is fully Buddhist whose mission is to bring you happiness and peace. ML: In your book Escaping the Hollywood Bardo , you’ve set out to inspire others to never give up on their dreams and to pursue what they love at all costs. Can you touch upon this theme a bit more, and how this mindset evolved over the years?   I knew at 12 years old exactly what I wanted to do because I had a vision. I loved the “Midnight Special” rock n’ roll show, Dick Clark and Johnny Carson late night show, so I saw it vividly at such a young age that I was going to host a rock n’ roll interview show. Sure enough I created this show called “The Rock n’ Roll Evening News” at 24 years in Los Angeles where the Soho House is now. I had the best view and office. Dreams come true so fast... Without going into the nightmare details that happened in waking up to Hollywood and all the deceit, lies and lack of support for women (which is changing today,) it took me another 14 years to realize the dream with my San Francisco “Live from the Starlight Room” late night show. It was pulled off the air 14 weeks later and 24 years later I filmed more of an artist, music, world culture show out of South Africa in March 2024 called “Bright Lights Late Nights.” The show changed focus because all I want to do is help great unknown artists become known in the world because I struggled so much for my art to get seen. It was only later that I realized I could be a film director because women film directors are so rare, and you have to have so much confidence to believe in your vision in order to just make a film.   ML: Having authored a book that touches on themes of mental health and healing, how has your own personal healing journey influenced the retreats you organize in places like Hawaii, Lake Tahoe, and Bhutan? What can travelers expect to experience in these transformative retreats?   I used to suffer from years of depression, like my father and brother, and I self-medicated with wine and pot, but once I found hot yoga it changed my life. I have been doing yoga for the last 30 years, usually 2-4 times per week. This year I’ve been living in Hawaii every day so each retreat we will have yoga. I have been doing weekly acupuncture for 30 years too, so my hope is that each retreat has this along with hiking, swimming in the ocean and/or lake, meditation, plus organic food. I plan on helping others with what I have learned with all the religious classes I audited over 5 years at the Pacific School of Religion and all the spiritual healers I have visited around the world. I plan on bringing something unique with these seminars that I want to teach at the retreats. The retreat centers I have chosen only allow 8-10 people so I want it small and intimate, and if we are lucky, we will have real transformation in a short period of time. This is the intention with Kimpton’s Kosmos retreats.   ML: You’ve made it your mission in the film industry to create more opportunities for women, both on set and off. As a prolific woman in this lifetime yourself, what are some of the biggest challenges you've encountered in your journey, and how do you envision changing the paradigm for women in the future?   Seriously this is the biggest challenge I faced today because I have pretty much had the same film crew for the last 12 years, and we work together in amazing ways. There are only 2 women on the crew and usually 8-10 men, but I would like that to change on my next film if I get the budget I dream. The only way this will change is by women helping women. Not one woman helped me along the way, but I had the most fortuitous opportunity two weeks ago when I ran into Sherry Lansing at the Bel-Air Hotel and ran up to her to thank her for all the advancements she made for women in film. There is no woman that ran more film studios and green-lit more films than Sherry. She watched my movie “Bardo Blues" because I asked her to! No one does this in their busy lives but I believe she saw how sincere I was in thanking her, so she watched it, to my surprise! Then she sent me an email with the most rave review ever. I cried when I read it. I am going to frame it. It changed my life because I never gave up on my dream to make artistic films and like I said I truly didn’t think I could do it, but I did it! I opened my computer that morning and there was an email from the woman who saw so many films in the entertainment business and she loved my film. Dreams do come true because that was a dream happening before my eyes that I wished for years.   ML: You’ve been to so many places, experienced countless cultures, and encountered diverse ways of life. If you had to choose one country that completely shifted your perspective on life, which one would it be, and why?   Bhutan for its peace. It is fully Buddhist, and you feel the prayers happening more than once per day in the air you breathe. It emanates everywhere, and Tigers Nest is truly the most stunning temple in the world that you have to climb to 9600 feet to get to, but it’s worth the trek. I love the Bhutanese people, the culture, the national dress, and the unique architecture. I would not advise going there for the food. It is not a culinary destination, but everything else is so amazing you really don’t care if one thing is missing.   ML: As a storyteller at heart, you’re constantly creating—whether it's through film, writing, or travel experiences. What’s next for you? Can you give us a sneak peek into your future?   Next is the screenplay I hope to sell and thus direct that I wrote called “Tanzan”. I wrote it when I was on a safari in Tanzania at truly the most luxurious magical safari lodge in the world called Singita. The story is a beautiful bi-racial love story which highlights today’s human-elephant conflict. I want to change the paradigm of filmmaking where every film gives back the issue I write about in the film. Proceeds of the profits for “Bardo Blues” will go to OneMind.org to find a cure to mental illness. With “Tanzan,” the profits will go to helping conserve animals in Africa since they are at risk, and helping the townspeople that have conflicts with the elephants coming into their town. Without giving the story away, there is a solution to every problem and I found out while on safari that this problem exists, and how they need more money to solve the problem. In raising the money to produce the film I am currently associated with a non-profit for the tax deduction, plus the lead actors (or shall I say movie stars) that we are approaching have non-profits in Africa, so our hope is to give back to those non-profits. It’s a win-win when the audience buys a ticket or streams the movie knowing that a lot of the money goes to help others. They feel good about their purchase. I hope my app becomes a streaming platform for movies that gives back and helps others. With this new world we are creating, I envision making it both sustainable and better. Social Media Instagram | Facebook | X YouTube | Website Photo Credit Photography: Jonny Marlow Hair/Makeup: Kurumi Schulz for MAC cosmetics Styling: Anna Schilling By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Jonny Marlow

Ring in the New Year with unforgettable moments at Miami’s hottest venues and events! From glamorous beachside soirees to rooftop countdowns, Miami has everything you need to welcome 2025 in style. Below is a list of events, parties, and dinners to celebrate the start to the new year!    NYE Dinners Venue: Midnight Bazaar at  Amal Description:  Amal, a favorite in Coconut Grove, presents a modern twist on Lebanese dining in a refined, serene atmosphere. With an inviting indoor space and beautifully landscaped outdoor terrace, it’s an ideal spot to ring in the New Year. Amal offers two seating options: the first includes a three-course prix fixe menu for $65++ per person, excluding beverages, while the second features an enhanced three-course menu with party favors, live DJ entertainment, a complimentary drink, and upgraded dishes. Guests who book between 7:30pm and 8:00pm also receive a wristband for the Level 6 rooftop celebration. With its exquisite menu and specialty cocktails, Amal promises a vibrant and memorable New Year’s Eve experience. Time:  5:00pm - 7:00pm (1st seating), 7:30pm-10:00pm (2nd seating) Pricing:  $65++ per person (1st seating) $150++ per person (2nd seating) INK Entertainment Group Venue: Ciao Bella at Sofia   Description:  Nestled in the heart of Miami's Design District, Sofia promises a chic and unforgettable dining experience, ideal for New Year’s Eve festivities. With its glamorous atmosphere and beautifully designed space, Sofia sets the stage for a memorable holiday meal. This NYE, Sofia presents two exclusive dining options. The first seating, from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, offers an à la carte menu with reservations required. The second seating, beginning at 7:30pm, features both indoor and outdoor options. Indoor guests can enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu, half a bottle of champagne per person, and live DJ entertainment for $195++ per person. Outdoor seating includes a three-course prix fixe menu for $150++ per guest. For those seeking bar access only, enjoy a 3-hour open bar access for $150++ from 10:00pm - 1:00am. Diners can welcome 2025 in style at Miami’s ultimate NYE destination, Sofia. Time:  6:00pm-7:30pm (1st seating), 7:30-onward (2nd seating | inside), 7:30-onward (2nd seating | outside) 10:00pm - 1:00am (bar wristband)  Pricing : $195++ (2nd seating | inside,) $150++ (2nd seating | outside), $150++ (bar wristband)  INK Entertainment Group Venue: Vice On Collins at  Byblos Description: Ring in the New Year with a Mediterranean flair at Byblos, where timeless flavors meet festive traditions. Known for its vibrant Eastern Mediterranean dishes, Byblos brings together traditional ingredients and modern techniques to create an unforgettable dining experience. This NYE, enjoy multiple seating options starting at 6:00pm. The first seating, from 6:00pm - 7:00pm, offers a tasting menu and half a bottle of sparkling wine per person, priced at $125++ with reservations required. The second seating also includes a tasting menu, half a bottle of sparkling wine, plus a wristband for after-party access for $295++. For those interested only in the afterparty from 11:00pm - 2:00am, wristbands are available for $125++, including an open bar from 11:00pm to midnight with select spirits, house red, sparkling wine, and beer. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm (1st seating), 8:00pm - 10:00pm (2nd seating), 11:00pm-2:00am (lounge afterparty) Pricing: $125++ (1st seating), $295++ (2nd seating), $125++ (lounge afterparty) INK Entertainment Group Venue: Mirabella at Fontainebleau Miami Beach Description: Mirabella, the coastal Italian restaurant helmed by Chef Michael White, captures the essence of Italian cuisine with fresh ingredients and traditional flavors. This refined dining experience invites guests to indulge in a specially crafted prix fixe and champagne menu for New Year’s Eve, with seating options at 6 PM for $199 or 8:30 PM for $299. The later seating includes party favors and a midnight toast, ensuring an unforgettable evening.  Time: First Seating: 6 PM; Second Seating: 8:30 PM Pricing: First Seating: $199; Second Seating: $299 Moris Moreno Venue: Prime 54 at Fontainebleau Miami Beach Description: Ring in 2025 with elegance at Prime 54, the modern take on the classic steakhouse that offers a luxurious dining experience in a vibrant atmosphere–making it an ideal destination for New Year’s Eve. Guests can enjoy a prix fixe and champagne menu, with an early 6 PM seating priced at $199 or the later seating at 8:30 PM for $299, which includes party favors and a midnight toast to welcome the new year. Prime 54 promises a night of exquisite cuisine and lively energy.  Time: First Seating: 6 PM; Second Seating: 8:30 PM Pricing: First Seating: $199; Second Seating: $299 Fontainebleau Miami Beach Venue: Hakkasan at Fontainebleau Miami Beaches  Description: Hakkasan at Fontainebleau Miami Beach delivers a contemporary take on traditional Chinese cuisine, blending ancient techniques with modern sophistication. This New Year’s Eve, Hakkasan will be offering a prix fixe and champagne menu, with two seating options: 6 PM for $199 or 8:30 PM for $299. The later seating comes with party favors and a midnight toast, allowing guests to celebrate the new year amid Hakkasan’s elegant ambiance and internationally renowned flavors. Time: First Seating: 6 PM; Second Seating: 8:30 PM Pricing: First Seating: $199; Second Seating: $299 Fontainebleau Miami Beach Venue: WATR at 1 Hotel South Beach Description:  Experience New Year’s Eve at 1 Hotel South Beach, a breathtaking oasis 18 stories above the beach. Guests can indulge in a prix fixe family-style menu featuring a luxurious caviar experience, Wagyu Beef Tartare, Kinmedai Sashimi, Roasted Branzino, and more. WATR will offer two seating options: 6 PM to 7 PM for $199 per person and 9 PM to 10 PM for $279 per person–the later seating provides an ideal view of fireworks all around Miami. Live entertainment will enhance the festivities throughout the evening, along with champagne toasts and party favors. The celebration continues with a late-night drink package at the poolside bar from 10 PM to 2 AM, making it the perfect evening to ring in 2025. Time: First Seating: 6 PM; Second Seating: 9 PM Pricing: First Seating: $199; Second Seating: $279 1 Hotel South Beach Venue: Tala Beach Description:  Welcome the new year with an unforgettable dining experience at Tala Beach, the stunning beachside retreat at 1 Hotel South Beach. On December 31st, for $200 per person, guests can enjoy a Spanish-inspired feast featuring a seafood station with a Raw Bar, a Paella and Fideua station, a carving station, and indulgent desserts like the Crema Catalana and Saffron Tres Leches. The festivities kick off with early reservations starting at 4 PM, leading to the main dinner and entertainment at 9 PM. Surrounded by the beauty of South Beach, Tala Beach offers the perfect setting for a New Year’s Eve celebration.  Time: Reservations start at 4 PM; Main dinner begins at 9 PM Pricing: $200 per person 1 Hotel South Beach Venue:  Casadonna   Description : Casadonna, the coastal Italian-inspired restaurant from Groot Hospitality and Tao Group, boasts 20,000 square feet of indoor, al fresco and bar seating with glistening waterfront views. The perfect New Year’s Eve destination to watch the fireworks over Biscayne Bay, Casadonna will offer guests a special, three-course prix fixe celebration on Tuesday, December 31st, with the first dinner seating at 6:00pm starting at $145/person and the second at 9:00pm starting at $295/person. Diners will have their choice of appetizer, entree and dessert with highlights including Casadonna’s Tuna & Caviar (tomato conserva, lavash crackers), Little Neck Clams (Osetra caviar, white wine, confit garlic), Australian Wagyu Striploin (truffle, périgourdine sauce), Branzino, and Sardinian Gnoccheti (saffron, bay scallops, santa barbara sea urchin, mussels). For dessert, guests can end the evening on a sweet note with a Chocolate Hazelnut Tartufo or Key Lime Cheesecake. Memorable menu additions for an over-the-top celebration include an Imperial Ostera & Seafood Platter ($495) and a 40 oz. Surf and Turf Dry-Aged Flannery Beef Tomahawk paired with Calabrian Chili Roasted King Crab Legs ($495).  Guests can also savor the spirit of seaside dolce vita from day to night by accessing Casadonna by boat. Bookings can be made with Casadonna's dockmaster at 786-869-0158 or marina@casadonnamiami.com  for an unforgettable evening.  Casadonna Venue:  Toku Description: Ring in 2025 with friends and family and become immersed in Toku’s transportive, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy a multi-course dining experience featuring iconic dishes like Rock Shrimp Tempura, Tuna Pizza, Crispy Rice, Miso Black Cod, Jade Tiger Prawns, Branzino, Sweet Soy Marinated Skirt Steak, and more. Those who would like to enhance their experience can add on Peking Duck carved tableside, Stone Crabs, or a bone-in Wagyu Tomahawk with shaved truffle carved tableside. Every couple will receive festive party favors and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne to toast the New Year, alongside a world-renowned live DJ under the glow of Toku’s larger than life Buddha head.  Time:  9 PM  Pricing: Dining Room: $300; Lounge: $100 Toku Venue:  Osaka Nikkei Miami Description: Ring in the New Year in Osaka with a night of elevated Nikkei cuisine. Guests can choose between two seating options, the first beginning with a champagne toast featuring Moet & Chandon complemented by a live DJ who will begin playing at 7 pm. For a more immersive celebration, the second seating from 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm features a midnight Dom Pérignon toast, and a vibrant balloon drop at Kero Bar with surprise entertainment. Celebrate the new year with Osaka’s unique blend of flavors, music, and ambiance! Formal attire is required.  Time:  First seating: 5:30 PM-7:00 PM; Second Seating: 8:30 PM-10:00 PM Pricing: First seating: $200 deposit applied toward total bill; Second Seating: $350 deposit applied to total bill Osaka Nikkei Miami Venue:  STK Steakhouse Miami Beach + Aventura Description:  STK is a world-renowned restaurant that puts a fresh spin on the classic steakhouse, blending it with the energy of a chic lounge. With its creative American dishes and vibrant vibe, STK serves up the perfect mix of fine dining and nightlife. This year, they’re turning up the excitement—keeping the doors open for reservations until 1 am and treating guests to a complimentary champagne toast to keep the night shining bright! Courtesy of STK Venue: Aba Miami Description: Ring in 2025 at Aba Miami - Bal Harbour and enjoy New Year's Eve specials including A5 Wagyu Crudo with calabrian chili oil, black garlic, caper and shallot for $40.95, plus tax, and Lobster Cocktail with red pepper nage, basil, heirloom cherry tomato and rosemary cracker for $36.95, plus tax, in addition to mezze favorites including Smoky Garlic Hummus, Whipped Feta Spread, Shawarma-Spiced Prime Steak Frites, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and more. Guests still at the bar at midnight may cheers to the New Year with a complimentary champagne toast! The specials are available for dine-in only Tuesday, December 31st - Wednesday, January 1st. Aba Miami Venue: Noche de Discoteca 2025 at Level 6 Description: Located in Coconut Grove, Level 6 is a rooftop oasis and restaurant from INK Entertainment Group offering a modern and urban twist on Spanish cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. With scenic views, curated music to stimulate the senses, elevated dining, and hand-crafted cocktails, Level 6 serves as the ultimate hotspot to ring in the New Year. Guests can enjoy vibrant handcrafted cocktails, and extensive wine and champagne offered a la carte. This seafood-driven, Barcelona-style dining experience with a Miami flair presents a beautiful escape with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making Level 6 the perfect NYE destination. The first seating (5pm-6:30pm) will be offered for an a la carte experience. The second seating (7:30pm-8pm) for $150 per person and the third third seating (8pm-onwards) for $195 per person will feature a prix fixe, three-course dinner and a half bottle of champagne for $150 per person, plus after-party access and an open bar from 10pm-midnight. A cash bar will be available starting at midnight to keep the festivities going. Level 6 Venue: Avra Estiatorio Miami Description: Ring in the New Year at Avra Estiatorio Miami with an evening of exceptional dining and vibrant celebration. The night begins at 7:30pm with a complimentary cocktail reception, followed by a luxurious 5-course dinner with a single seating starting at 8:30pm. featuring dishes like Ora King Salmon, Maine Lobster Pasta, and Surf N’ Turf. Guests will enjoy live music, a DJ, party favors, a photo booth and champagne toasts throughout the evening. Celebrate the arrival of 2025 in style at Avra Estiatorio Miami where Greek cuisine meets unforgettable ambiance!  Time: 7:30 PM - 2:00 AM Pricing: $750 ++per person  Venue: Komodo Description: Known for its Asian-fusion menu that blends Miami flair with Southeast Asian classics in an upscale atmosphere, Komodo is ringing in the New Year with Serpent Eve , a three-course prix fixe pairing dinner. The first seating begins at 6 pm, ideal for those looking to start the night early, priced at $125++, followed by a second seating at 9 pm for $245++.  Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM, 9:00 PM-close Pricing: $125+ OR $245+ Groot Hospitality Venue: Gekkō Description: Gekkō, the Japanese-inspired steakhouse and lounge by Groot Hospitality’s David Grutman and recording artist Bad Bunny, is set to welcome the New Year with a three-course prix fixe pairing dinner. The first seating begins at 6 pm, perfect for those looking to start the night early, priced at $145++, followed by a second seating at 9 pm for $295++. The menu will showcase signature dishes, including premium steak cuts, fresh sushi, and standout seafood plates. Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM, 9:00 PM- close Pricing: $145+ OR $295+ Groot Hospitality NYE EVENTS & PARTIES Venue: LIV Miami Description: Ring in the New Year at LIV, the iconic nightclub within Fontainebleau Miami Beach that has shaped the nightlife scene in Miami and beyond. Guests are invited to dance the night away with an exclusive performance by British rapper Central Cee, sip on cocktails, and revel in the electric atmosphere of Miami. This unforgettable night of music, luxury, and celebration promises to be the ultimate welcome to 2025–tickets are available for purchase HERE .  Time: 10:00 PM - 5:00 AM Pricing: Tickets are priced between $100-$150 Groot Hospitality Venue: Noche de Discoteca 2025 at Level 6 Description: Located in Coconut Grove, Level 6 is a rooftop oasis and restaurant from INK Entertainment Group offering a modern and urban twist on Spanish cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. With scenic views, curated music to stimulate the senses, elevated dining, and hand-crafted cocktails, Level 6 serves as the ultimate hotspot to ring in the New Year. Guests can enjoy vibrant handcrafted cocktails, and extensive wine and champagne offered a la carte. This seafood-driven, Barcelona-style dining experience with a Miami flair presents a beautiful escape with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making Level 6 the perfect NYE destination. The first seating (5pm-6:30pm) will be offered for an a la carte experience. The second seating (7:30pm-8pm) for $150 per person and the third third seating (8pm-onwards) for $195 per person will feature a prix fixe, three-course dinner and a half bottle of champagne for $150 per person, plus after-party access and an open bar from 10pm-midnight. A cash bar will be available starting at midnight to keep the festivities going. Level 6 Venue:  Faena Miami Beach Description: On Tuesday, December 31st, bid farewell to 2024 and embark on Faena’s New Year’s Eve celebration! Step into the splendor as we illuminate the path for a new year rich with discovery. Savor feasts fit for the divine at Faena Miami Beach’s award-winning restaurants amid dazzling live musical performances and entertainment. As the countdown to midnight begins, raise a glass under a glowing sky of fireworks at Faena’s treasured Mammoth Garden, toasting to the adventures that await in 2025. Room or dining reservations are required and bookings can be made for the following venues.  Tree of Life -  Beginning at 8pm, join in on Miami’s most coveted New Year’s Soiree, at the Tree of Life to enjoy an open bar, live music and entertainment, and Faena's New Year's Eve countdown and firework spectacle for $395 per person. Tickets: HERE The Living Room  -  Enjoy live entertainment and musical acts, and Faena's New Year's Eve countdown and firework spectacle! Table reservations only, beginning at 8pm. Table Reservations: HERE Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann  - Guests of Los Fuegos will dine on multi-course dinner menus, enjoy an open bar, live music, Faena's New Year's Eve Countdown and fireworks in Mammoth Garden. Los Fuegos interior dining room guests can also partake in The Living Room festivities. At $995 per person, including an open bar, Los Fuegos’ indoor dining guests own their table for the evening, as they indulge in the famed Argentinean menu for a prix fixe experience and sway to the live Living Room performers. The first seating will take place at 8pm and the second will take place at 8:30pm. For guests dining at Los Fuegos’s Veranda Terrace, pricing is $850 per person inclusive of the open bar. Booking: HERE Pao by Paul Qui - Guests of Pao will dine on a prix fixe, five-course dinner menu, enjoy an open bar, live music, Faena's New Year's Eve Countdown and fireworks in Mammoth Garden! Available for $850 per person, Pao will offer a first seating at 8pm and a second at 8:30pm for the evening. Booking: HERE El Secreto Omakase - Guests of El Secreto Omakase will dine on an elevated multi-course dinner menu with the freshest fish, truffles, and caviar at Faena's most exclusive 6-seat restaurant. Guests will also enjoy an open bar + Tree of Life open bar post dinner, access to Faena's New Year's Eve Countdown and firework spectacle in Mammoth Garden! This experience is available for $995 per person with the first seating at 6:30pm and the second seating at 9pm. Booking: HERE Tierra Santa Healing House - Reserve the most coveted seats for Faena Miami Beach's New Year’s Eve celebration with Tierra Santa terrace access, where guests will enjoy the exclusive balcony with premium open bar, gourmet passed canapés, and secluded front-row views of the live band and dazzling fireworks show. Reservations begin at 8pm and are available for $695 per person and include an open bar, Tree of Life access, passed canapés for a gourmet experience, secluded elevated seats for the live band and entertainment, and unrivaled views of the fireworks show from the best vantage point in the house. Booking: HERE Saxony Bar  - Saxony Bar will be open to the public beginning at 10:00 PM for New Year’s Eve celebrations! A cash bar will be available and table bookings can be made by contacting saxonybar@faena.com .   Faena Miami Beach WHERE TO WATCH THE FIREWORKS Venue: Faena Miami Beach Description: This New Year’s Eve, beachfront luxury property Faena Miami Beach will produce its very own fireworks. The multi-award-winning property, on an iconic stretch of South Beach, will invite guests to head to the Path of Warrior near Damien Hirst’s iconic sculpture, Gone But Not Forgotten, to view the spectacular show displayed over Faena Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can also enjoy a fabulous dinner experience at Faena Miami Beach’s fine dining restaurants Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann or Pao by Paul Qui for the evening. Libations and live music will also be available within Faena Miami Beach’s nightlife and entertainment venues, The Living Room and Saxony Bar. Visit faena.com/miami-beach  for more information and for event updates. Faena Miami Beach  Venue:  Casadonna   Description : Casadonna, the coastal Italian-inspired restaurant from Groot Hospitality and Tao Group, boasts 20,000 square feet of indoor, al fresco and bar seating with glistening waterfront views that span the length of the bay-facing terrace. This New Year’s Eve, guests can savor the spirit of seaside dolce vita from day to night by accessing Casadonna by boat. For guests celebrating on the water, Casadonna can accommodate docking on Biscayne Bay and bookings can be made with Casadonna's dockmaster at 786-869-0158 or marina@casadonnamiami.com . With preferred seating, visitors can enjoy Casadonna's Riviera-style Italian cuisine for an unforgettable evening.  Casadonna Venue:  Level 6  Description: Located in Coconut Grove, Level 6 is a rooftop oasis and restaurant from INK Entertainment Group offering a modern and urban twist on Spanish cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. With scenic views, curated music to stimulate the senses, elevated dining, and hand-crafted cocktails, Level 6 serves as the ultimate hotspot to watch the fireworks this New Year’s Eve. At Level 6, guests can enjoy a seafood-driven, Barcelona-style dining experience with a Miami flair, with shareable tapas highlights such as Spanish charcuterie, croquettes, tuna tartare, paella de mariscos, to pair with vibrant, refreshing cocktails. This beautiful escape, with its warm and welcoming atmosphere, makes Level 6 the perfect NYE destination.   Level 6  Venue: WATR at 1 Hotel South Beach Description: WATR at 1 Hotel South Beach is the ultimate destination to watch fireworks this New Year's Eve, offering stunning views 18 stories above the beach. With a retractable roof, WATR provides an ideal vantage point for Miami’s spectacular firework displays. Guests can enjoy a specially curated New Year’s Eve menu featuring exquisite dishes such as Wagyu Beef Tartare, King Crab Tempura, and Asian Poached Pear, among others. The vibrant atmosphere will include live entertainment throughout the evening, along with champagne toasts and festive party favors. With its breathtaking setting and lively celebration, WATR promises a memorable way to celebrate the New Year. 1 Hotel South Beach NYD BREAKFAST (JANUARY 1ST, 2025)  Venue: Aba Miami  Description: Special for New Year's Day, enjoy an extra day of brunch at Aba Miami - Bal Harbour and share Mediterranean-inspired favorites including Short Rib Shakshuka, Chicken Kefta Burger w/ Fried Egg, Butternut Squash Frittata, Acai Bowl and more until 3:00 PM. During brunch and dinner service, savor exclusive specials including A5 Wagyu Crudo with calabrian chili oil, black garlic, caper and shallot for $40.95, plus tax, and Lobster Cocktail with red pepper nage, basil, heirloom cherry tomato and rosemary cracker for $36.95, plus tax. The specials are available for dine-in only Tuesday, December 31st - Wednesday, January 1st. Aba Miami By ML Staff. Image Courtesy of Miami’s Hottest NYE Venues & Events

This winter, the Land of Sweets lands squarely in Miami for a festive holiday spectacle that always delights. Journey once more with over 100 dancers into the fantastical world of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, replete with signature choreography set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score. With stunning stagecraft, magnificent costumes and a spectacular live orchestra, get whisked away by the joy of the Sugar Plum Fairy and the wonder of graceful snowflakes gracing the stages of sunny South Florida. With eye-popping scenic elements that expertly mix grandeur and warmth, the imagination, marvels and spirit of childhood come alive before your eyes. For an extra-special holiday experience the family is sure to treasure, become part of the merriment with preshow festivities that set the stage for the most magical time of year. If you, or someone you know, are interested in attending the Touch Tour prior to the December 15 performance, please contact Miami City Ballet to order your tickets at outreach@miamicityballet.org . Dates: December 13 – 24, 2024 Venue: Ziff Ballet Opera House Run Time: 119 minutes Parental Guide: All ages Price: $43 - $260 For proximity to the Ziff Ballet Opera House, we recommend Nutcracker ticket holders to reserve parking in the Premium Parking lots. By ML Staff. Courtesy of Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

For the International Day of Persons with disabilities on December 3, LVMH highlights its ongoing commitment to fostering an even more inclusive environment for its clients, talents, and partners. According to the WHO, 16% of the global population currently lives with a disability. The exceptional interest generated by the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, accompanied by unprecedented media coverage, has helped shift perceptions of disability. Launched on this occasion, LVMH’s "DARE Accessibility" initiative promotes action to support clients, employees, and partners with disabilities by encouraging employees worldwide to submit their ideas in the following categories:   1.     Physical accessibility (stores and offices) 2.     Products and services for customers with disabilities 3.     Employment accessibility 4.     Digital accessibility   This initiative is part of the "DARE" intrapreneurship program, developed by LVMH's Open Innovation team, which aims to foster an entrepreneurial mindset among employees by encouraging them to transform ideas into concrete solutions for the Group. The Paralympic athletes supported by LVMH for Paris 2024 - Pauline Déroulède (wheelchair tennis), Marie Patouillet (para-cycling), and Timothée Adolphe (para-athletics) - played an active role in the call for contributions campaign by sharing their personal daily experiences. Their inspiring testimonies generated significant enthusiasm, resulting in more than 250 ideas submitted by employees from nearly 40 Maisons across all regions. An evaluation committee, composed of internal experts alongside Maisons Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior Couture, Parfums Christian Dior, Tiffany & Co., and Hublot, has recommended the most promising proposals, enabling all Maisons within the Group to select and implement the ideas most relevant to their activities. The initiatives chosen by the Maisons will be announced in early 2025. ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of LVMH

Alice + Olivia is partnering with Good+Foundation for their 15th annual toy drive to bring holiday gifts to families in need this season. Enjoy 15% off your purchase when you donate a toy in-store or through our Amazon registry benefiting the Good+Foundation. DATE: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - Sunday, December 22, 2024 TIME: 11:00AM - 8:00PM ADDRESS alice + olivia 3922 NE 1st Ave. Miami FL, 33137 ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of MDD

The original UK film poster for Star Wars , 1977 In 1977, twin artists Tim and Greg Hildebrandt, also known as the Brothers Hildebrandt, produced this poster design for the British release of George Lucas’s Star Wars . ‘Incredibly, the first version of it — without the droids — was created in a feverish, non-stop effort over just 36 hours!’ Greg told the Los Angeles Times  in 2010. Star Wars: original vintage film poster, Tim and Greg Hildebrandt, 1977 . Printed in England by W.E. Berry Ltd, Bradford. 30 x 40 in (76 x 101.5 cm). Estimate: £6,000-8,000. Offered in Science Fiction and Fantasy , until 12 December 2024 at Christie’s Online In 1977, twin artists Tim and Greg Hildebrandt, also known as the Brothers Hildebrandt, produced this poster design for the British release of George Lucas’s Star Wars . ‘Incredibly, the first version of it — without the droids — was created in a feverish, non-stop effort over just 36 hours!’ Greg told the Los Angeles Times  in 2010. The unexpected success of the film prompted the studio to commission another, more commercial design by British poster artist Tom Chantrell . The Hildebrandt design was thus withdrawn following a very limited release, making this one of the rarest and most sought-after Star Wars  posters on the market. Clockwise, from top left: Patek Philippe, a very rare stainless-steel and diamond-set quartz ‘Aquanaut Luce’ wristwatch , ref. 5067A-013; an exceptional shiny sanguine porosus crocodile Birkin 30 with 18k white gold and diamond hardware , Hermès, 2020; Boucheron, a Reflet Pompon wristwatch , ref. WA026010; Tiffany Studios, a rare ‘Pony Begonia’ table lamp , circa 1910; an exceptional Van Cleef & Arpels diamond, ruby and Mystery-set sapphire interchangeable ‘ruban mystérieux’ necklace ; Dom Pérignon, Rosé 2006 James Bond 007 x The Macallan whisky The Macallan, James Bond 60th Anniversary Complete Collection (Decade I-VI) . 6 bottles (70 cl) per lot, released in 2022. Estimate: £6,000-9,000. Offered in Fine and Rare Wines & Spirits Online, Featuring Ancient Cognac and Part II of The Historical Vintage Port from the Cellars of Raby Castle , until 6 December 2024 at Christie’s Online In 2022, the James Bond film franchise celebrated its 60th anniversary. To commemorate the occasion, The Macallan, Bond’s whisky of choice, released a collection of six limited-edition bottles inspired by the six decades of 007 on screen. The packaging of each bottle features an original illustration to denote the decade it represents, while the single-malt whisky within, developed by Macallan master distiller Kirsteen Campbell, reflects the strength and character of the secret service agent. ‘This six-bottle set is incredibly collectable, because the bottles are not often offered together,’ says Charles Foley, a Wine & Spirits specialist at Christie’s in London. A Van Cleef & Arpels ‘ruban mystérieux’ necklace An exceptional Van Cleef & Arpels diamond, ruby and Mystery-set sapphire interchangeable ‘ruban mystérieux’ necklace . Calibré-cut sapphires, round diamonds, 18k white gold, accompanied by two interchangeable attachments, round rubies and diamonds, 18k white and rose gold. 35.6 cm (14 in). Estimate: $600,000-800,000. Offered in Magnificent Jewels on 10 December 2024 at Christie’s in New York Van Cleef & Arpels is celebrated for jewels that suggest fluidity and movement. This magnificent ‘ruban mystérieux’ necklace comes with three interchangeable centre elements: a Mystery-set sapphire bow; a classic diamond bow; and a ruby-set drape, made to resemble fabric, which may also be worn as a brooch. A beautiful expression of the brand’s ingenuity and savoir-faire, it would make a singularly indulgent gift for the special person in your life. Christie’s Education course Surprise your favourite budding art connoisseur with one of the expertly curated courses at Christie’s Education . Our extensive catalogue of self-directed online courses covers a wide range of subjects, from art-market economics to the history of jewellery. Prefer live events? Opt for one of the in-person courses scheduled to take place in our London, New York and Hong Kong headquarters in 2025. Whether it’s ‘Inside the Art Market’ in London or a deep-dive into art law in Hong Kong, there’s something to suit every interest and level of experience. A pair of animal-form papier mâché boxes and covers A pair of animal-form papier mâché boxes and covers, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) . Each 35.5 cm (14 in) wide. Estimate: €1,500-2,000. Offered in Art of Asia , until 13 December 2024 at Christie’s Online Lovers of Asian art will fall head over heels for this quirky pair of multicoloured papier mâché boxes and covers. Dating from Japan’s Meiji Period (1868-1912), they would make excellent jewellery boxes or bedside containers for precious keepsakes. A similar pair, from around 1840 , can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. An Exceptional Diamond Birkin by Hermès An Exceptional shiny sanguine porosus crocodile Birkin 30 with 18k white gold and diamond hardware, Hermès, 2020 . 30 x 22 x 15 cm. Estimate: $100,000-150,000. Offered in Handbags Online: The New York Edit , until 11 December 2024 at Christie’s Online The handbags in the Hermès Exceptional Collection combine the products of two of the brand’s most important ateliers — leather goods and jewellery — and thus represent the pinnacle of Hermès luxury. ‘For collectors of Hermès handbags and jewellery, the Exceptional Collection is the ultimate in desirability,’ says Rachel Koffsky, Christie’s international head of Handbags & Accessories . This Exceptional shiny red Hermès Birkin 30 has been handcrafted from porosus crocodile leather. It features around 10 carats of white, brilliant diamonds and 18k white gold hardware weighing in at more than 170g. These bags are produced in extremely limited quantities, and collectors everywhere take note when they come to auction. A rare Patek Philippe ‘Aquanaut Luce’ Patek Philippe, a very rare stainless-steel and diamond-set quartz ‘Aquanaut Luce’, ref. 5067A-013, 2005 . Estimate: $20,000-40,000. Offered in Watches Online: The New York Edit , 4-13 December 2024 at Christie’s Online This extremely rare Patek Philippe ‘Aquanaut Luce’, with a diamond-set case and ‘adventurous khaki’ octagonal dial, would surely please any collector of luxury vintage watches. Originally launched in 2004 to diversify the brand’s Aquanaut family, it combines contemporary chic with Patek’s exquisite craftsmanship to dazzling effect. Dom Pérignon rosé from the cellar at Skigaarden Dom Pérignon, Rosé 2006 . 12 bottles (75 cl) per lot. Estimate: £2,200-2,800. Offered in The Cellar in the Mountain: Pristine Wines from the Skigaarden Collection , until 5 December 2024 at Christie’s Online If you’re planning to celebrate in style with premium fizz, look no further than this case of Dom Pérignon rosé champagne from the cellar at Skigaarden , a luxury ski resort in the heart of the Norwegian mountains. According to wine specialist Charles Foley, the 2006 vintage has notes of festive baking — think buttered walnuts, raspberry cream, dried figs and espresso. You can also expect an abundance of juicy dark fruits, including blackberry and redcurrant. Perfect for toasting the holiday season or for ringing in the New Year. A winter landscape by Andreas Schelfhout Andreas Schelfhout (1787-1870), Winter landscape, 1844 . Oil on canvas. 43½ x 57⅞ in (110.5 x 147 cm). Sold for £138,600 on 4 December 2024 at Christie’s in London Andreas Schelfhout was one of the most important painters of the Dutch Romantic period. His atmospheric winter scenes, with frozen canals and ice skaters, were hugely popular in his lifetime, and established his reputation far beyond his native Holland. This winter scene from 1844 exemplifies his ability to balance light and dark, and horizontal and vertical elements, to create rhythmic coherence and compositional dynamism. In the same European collection for more than a century, it comes to market for the first time in its history. A Raymond Templier diamond brooch A Raymond Templier diamond brooch, circa 1955 . Round brilliant, old and baguette-cut diamonds, platinum and 18k white gold. Estimate: €15,000-25,000. Offered in Joaillerie Paris , 6-17 December 2024 at Christie’s Online Elevate any festive ensemble with this striking diamond brooch by Raymond Templier , a French jeweller best known for his Art Deco designs juxtaposing black and white, matte and shiny, gleaming and frosted elements. Made around 1955, this statement piece features round brilliant, old and baguette-cut diamonds in a platinum and 18k white gold setting. Templier closed his business in 1965, so his creations attract a great deal of interest when they appear at auction. Get your bids in early. A ‘Pony Begonia’ lamp from Tiffany Studios Tiffany Studios, a rare ‘Pony Begonia’ table lamp, circa 1910 . Leaded glass, patinated bronze. 17 in (43.2 cm) high; 13½ in (34.3 cm) diameter of shade. Estimate: $70,000-100,000. Offered in Tiffany on 11 December 2024 at Christie’s in New York This extremely rare Tiffany Studios ‘Pony Begonia’ table lamp will delight those with an eye for design. Known for revolutionising the art of glassmaking in America at the turn of the 20th century, Louis Comfort Tiffany , the firm’s founder, often turned to the natural world for inspiration. The colours of the leaded-glass shade — sunrise and deep cherry red, peachy-orange and canary yellow — beautifully complement the patinated bronze base, which is cast in the form of a tree. Originally purchased from Tiffany Studios around 1910, it has remained in the collection of the same Swiss family ever since. It’s a rare opportunity to acquire one of Tiffany Studios’ most desirable designs. A pair of Claude Lalanne ‘Mistletoe’ earrings Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), ‘Mistletoe’ earrings, with pearl, Artcurial edition, circa 1990 . Gilt silver and pearl. Each: 3¼ x 1 in (8.5 x 2.7 cm). Sold for €8,820 on 3 December 2024 at Christie’s in Paris As well as producing sculptural work inspired by the botanical world, Claude Lalanne made beautiful, delicate jewellery featuring sinuous arrangements of tendrils, berries and leaves. With party season in full swing, this pair of silver gilt and pearl ‘Mistletoe’ earrings will add elegance and glamour to any festive look. Two Qing dynasty jade pomanders A yellow jade inscribed pomander and cover and a white jade openwork ‘Lotus’ pomander and cover, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) . Yellow jade parfumier: 3 in (7.7 cm) long. Estimate: HK$100,000-180,000. Offered in Pavilion Online — Chinese Art , until 12 December 2024 at Christie’s Online Jade pomanders, such as this pair, were particularly popular at the Qing court. They were usually filled with aromatic herbs and hung around the waist. The white jade example is finely carved and pierced with a central lotus design, while the yellow jade piece features red and brown beads and a carved seven-character inscription on one side. A dazzling Reflet Pompon watch by Boucheron Boucheron, Reflet Pompon, ref. WA026010, 2013 . 18k white gold, quartz movement. 15 x 25 mm. Price: $140,900. Offered in Christie’s Shop , Online A signature Boucheron motif, the ‘Pompon’ tassel has adorned everything from earrings and rings to necklaces and watches. For collectors of vintage jewellery watches, this dazzling Reflet Pompon watch (ref. WA026010) will make an extra-special gift. It features a pavé-set diamond dial and three-strand diamond strap that mimics the movement of fabric. It can be worn multiple ways, and the tassel can be detached and worn around the neck. A coloured illustration of Paddington Bear Peggy Fortnum (1919-2016), With love from Paddington . Pen and black ink and watercolour (recto); pen and black ink (verso), on paper. 7 x 5½ in (17.6 x 13.8 cm). Estimate: £8,000-12,000. Offered in Valuable Books and Manuscripts on 11 December 2024 at Christie’s in London With the new Paddington Bear film, Paddington in Peru , appearing on a screen near you, now is the perfect time to gift an original illustration of its beloved furry hero. While many of Peggy Fortnum’s illustrations were black-ink line drawings (much like the image on the reverse of this lot), she was also known to use watercolour. Bringing together both her work in ink and her use of colour, this unique double-sided drawing will hang handsomely in any home interior. The Art Front: The Defense of French Collections 1939-1945 by Rose Valland Rose Valland (1898-1980), The Art Front: The Defense of French Collections 1939-1945 . 1961, English translation, 2024. Laurel Publishing, LLC You can never go wrong with a brilliant book, and this might be one of the best art books of the year. First published in French in 1961, The Art Front: The Defense of French Collections 1939-1945 translates into English for the first time the remarkable story of ‘ Monuments Woman’ Rose Valland . A member of the curatorial staff at the Jeu de Paume in Paris, in contact with the French Resistance, Valland secretly recorded the systematic theft of artworks by the Nazis during the Second World War, taking notes on works, collection names and the repositories where looted items were stored. Her information led to the discovery of multiple stashes of stolen art, and she would later be instrumental in the process of returning objects to their rightful owners. Published and edited by the Monuments Men and Women Foundation , with financial support from Christie’s, and translated by Ophélie Jouan — an art historian and Rose Valland specialist — the book includes more than 100 historical photographs, maps and other images. It is available to order now through the foundation . A Chinese Ceramic Parfumier A famille verte reticulated oval parfumier and cover, Kangxi period (1662-1722) . 5⅛ in (13 cm) high. Estimate: HK$80,000-120,000. Offered in A Heritage of Connoisseurship: Chinese Art from The Palmer Family Collection , until 12 December 2024 at Christie’s Online This oval parfumier and cover is made of famille verte porcelain, a type of Chinese ceramic introduced during the Kangxi period (1662-1772) which was defined by its green overglaze enamels. It has a squared loop handle in imitation woven bamboo, and the pierced body is decorated with rectangular panels, each enclosing a flower spray. A group of important NASA photographs A group of Important NASA photographs: Neil Armstrong, William Anders, James McDivitt, and others . Vintage chromogenic and silver gelatin prints on fibre-based paper, mostly with early watermarks, some signed by the astronauts. 110 photographs in the group. 8 x 10 in (20.3 x 25.4 cm) to 11¼ x 14 in (28.6 x 35.5 cm). Offered by Christie’s Private Sales. Price on request. Unsure what to give that special someone who has almost everything? This important group of NASA photographs might do the trick. It includes more than 100 images of celebrated pioneers of space exploration, including Neil Armstrong, William Anders and James McDivitt, some of which have been signed by the astronauts. Explore art from antiquity to the 21st century at Classic Week , until 12 December 2024 at Christie’s in London. 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The Miami Dolphins announced they have waived wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Beckham Jr. signed with the Dolphins on May 8, 2024, and played in nine games, totaling nine catches for 55 yards. In his career, he has appeared in 119 games with 97 starts in 10 seasons with the N.Y. Giants (2014-18), Cleveland (2019-21), the L.A. Rams (2021), Baltimore (2023) and Miami (2024), totaling 575 receptions for 7,987 yards (13.9 avg.) and 59 touchdowns and earned three Pro Bowl nominations. He has also appeared in seven playoff games with six starts, totaling 29 receptions for 350 yards (12.1 avg.) and two scores. Beckham Jr. entered the NFL as the 12th overall selection in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft by the N.Y. Giants and played collegiately at LSU. By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of Miami Dolphins

If you’re considering migrating to the United States, you might be exploring visa options for both short-term and long-term goals. One such option is the dual intent visa. This visa type permits applicants to apply for a nonimmigrant visa while simultaneously seeking permanent residency. For Miami-based applicants, understanding the benefits and the risks of dual intent visas is crucial before applying. In this blog, we’ll look at dual intent visas, their legal advantages, potential risks, and how a Miami immigration lawyer  can help you through the process. What is a Dual Intent Visa? A dual intent visa is designed for individuals who wish to temporarily live in the U.S. but also have the intention to seek permanent residence. Typically, nonimmigrant visas are meant for individuals who do not intend to stay in the U.S. permanently. However, dual intent visas allow the applicant to pursue their short-term goals (such as working or studying) while also applying for a green card. The most common dual intent visa categories are the H-1B visa (for skilled workers) and the L-1 visa  (for intra-company transferees). These visa categories grant holders the flexibility to apply for permanent residency without jeopardizing their status as temporary residents. Legal Advantages of Dual Intent Visas Dual intent visas allow applicants to pursue permanent residency while on a temporary nonimmigrant visa. Here are some of its advantages: 1. Simultaneous Application for Permanent Residency One of the most important advantages of a dual intent visa is that applicants can pursue permanent residency while on a nonimmigrant visa. If you hold an H-1B visa, for example, you can apply for a green card through an employment-based petition without worrying that your visa status will conflict with your immigration intentions. For Miami-based applicants, this is especially beneficial as many professionals, such as tech workers and corporate employees, rely on H-1B or L-1 visas to work in the city. These visa holders can begin their green card process without needing to leave the country or risk abandoning their current visa status. 2. Avoiding Visa Denial Due to Immigration Intent Normally, nonimmigrant visa applicants must convince the U.S. consulate or embassy that they have no intention of staying in the U.S. permanently. However, with a dual intent visa, applicants don’t have to prove their intent to return to their home country after their visa expires. The ability to legally declare intent to stay in the U.S. while applying for permanent residency removes a potential hurdle in the application process. This is particularly important for professionals in Miami. Many foreign nationals wish to work and build a life in the city but may not have the opportunity for permanent residency immediately available. 3. Flexibility and Job Mobility Dual intent visas offer job flexibility for those on nonimmigrant work visas. If you're in the U.S. on an H-1B visa, for example, you’re usually tied to a specific employer. However, with a pending green card application, you may be able to switch employers more easily under certain conditions without violating your visa status. This job mobility is a significant advantage for those in fast-paced industries like technology, healthcare, and finance. Risks and Considerations for Miami Applicants Maintaining nonimmigrant visa status throughout the application process is crucial to avoid jeopardizing the chances for permanent residency. Here are some important reminders: 1. Visa Denial Due to Previous Visa Violations While dual intent visas allow for the intention of permanent residency, applicants with a history of visa violations may face difficulties. If an applicant has overstayed a previous visa or violated U.S. immigration laws, it can complicate the approval of a dual intent visa. In Miami, where the immigrant population is large, many applicants may have previous interactions with U.S. immigration, which could impact their chances of approval. It’s essential to consult with a Miami immigration lawyer if you have any concerns about past visa issues or violations. An attorney can help you assess your situation and determine the best course of action. 2. Delays in Green Card Processing While dual intent visas allow you to pursue permanent residency, it’s important to understand that the green card application process can take several years, depending on your category and country of origin. Miami-based applicants may experience long wait times, especially for certain employment-based or family-sponsored green card categories. Also, changes in U.S. immigration policy can cause delays or uncertainties. Applicants may need to wait for extended periods in the U.S. before receiving a final green card decision, which could impact their work and travel plans. 3. Maintaining Nonimmigrant Visa Status Holding a dual intent visa requires you to maintain your nonimmigrant status while your green card application is in progress. If you fail to meet the conditions of your nonimmigrant visa, you may risk having your green card application denied. For example, if you leave the U.S. for an extended period or change employers without the proper documentation, your visa status could be compromised. How a Miami Immigration Lawyer Can Help The process of applying for a dual intent visa and a green card can be complicated. For Miami applicants, a local immigration lawyer can provide the expertise needed to ensure that you meet all requirements and avoid potential pitfalls. A lawyer can help you: Assess your eligibility for a dual intent visa Help with the green card application process Handle any previous immigration issues that may arise Ensure you maintain proper visa status during the application process If you're ready to begin your visa application or have questions about your eligibility, working with a Miami immigration lawyer is valuable for making the best decisions for your future. Last Notes Dual intent visas offer Miami-based applicants a unique opportunity to pursue both short-term and long-term goals in the U.S. These visas provide flexibility, legal advantages, and an easier path toward permanent residency. However, applicants must be mindful of potential risks, such as previous visa violations or delays in processing. Consulting with a Miami immigration lawyer is the best way to ensure that your application is handled properly. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Adobestock

Encuentros Fugaces Colombian artist Juan Sebastian has spent the last decade building a body of work that blurs the boundaries between reality and myth, the personal and the universal. His dreamlike images, often featuring his iconic veiled figures, have earned him recognition as a leading voice in contemporary art. Rooted in the magical realism of his heritage, his work transcends cultural borders to explore themes of identity, memory, and transformation. As he reflects on his milestone 10th anniversary in 2024, Juan Sebastian shows no signs of slowing down. With an upcoming book slated for release in late 2025 and his ongoing commitment to Galería Subtítulo's artist residency in Colombia, he continues to shape both his practice and the next generation of Latin American artists. Entre Nosotros A Theater of the Soul For Juan Sebastian, photography is not just a medium—it’s a performance. "I see every image as a stage, a fleeting moment where fantasy and reality collide," he explains. His background in theater informs the careful choreography of his photographs, where veils act as more than props. They’re transformative symbols.' "In my work, the veil serves as a bridge," he shares. "It transforms the body into something eternal, something untouchable. It’s both a shield and a revelation, inviting viewers to question what they see and, more importantly, what they assume." These veiled figures, stripped of individual markers, speak to a universal human experience. "By removing gender, age, and race, the figures become mirrors. They challenge us to confront our subconscious biases while also allowing us to project our own stories onto them," he adds. Espejo From Colombia to the World Born in Bogotá, Juan Sebastian grew up surrounded by the rich iconography of Catholicism, which left an indelible mark on his visual language. "Even though I don’t identify as Catholic, the images of saints, veils, and rituals are part of my earliest visual vocabulary," he says. His ongoing involvement with Galería Subtítulo, an artist residency program in Colombia, reflects his commitment to nurturing new talent. "I see it as a way of giving back," he notes. "Colombia’s creative community is brimming with potential, and providing a space for experimentation and dialogue is essential to sustaining that energy." The residency, located in the countryside outside Bogotá, offers artists a sanctuary to explore their practices in depth. For Juan Sebastian, mentoring younger artists has been as transformative as his own creative journey. "I learn just as much from them as they do from me. It’s a constant exchange of ideas and perspectives," he says. Abismo Interno A Decade of Transformation Marking his 10th anniversary as an artist in 2024, Juan Sebastian is preparing for another major milestone: the release of his first book in late 2025. This comprehensive look at his career will feature essays by prominent art historians Rita Astrid Rodriguez and Rosa JH Berland, delving into the themes and evolution of his work. "This book is a celebration of where I’ve been and a stepping stone to where I want to go," he says. "It’s not just about documenting my work but also creating a dialogue about the intersections of identity, time, and space." The book’s inclusion of scholarly essays reflects his commitment to placing his work within broader cultural and historical contexts. "I want people to see how the personal becomes universal in art. How a single image can carry echoes of collective memory," he shares. Looking Ahead As Juan Sebastian looks to the future, he remains deeply connected to his roots while continuing to push the boundaries of his practice. "Art is a living thing," he muses. "It evolves with you, revealing new layers of meaning over time." For now, he’s focused on the next chapter: the launch of his book, new photographic series, and continued work with Galería Subtítulo. Through it all, his commitment to creating art that resonates on a universal level remains steadfast. "In the end, I want my work to be a space where people feel seen," he says. "Where they can find fragments of themselves, even in the most unexpected places." Follow Juan Sebastian: Website Instagram By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Juan Sebastian

The Miami HEAT are 12-10, No. 5 in the Eastern Conference, with an Offensive Rating of 114.1, No. 9 in the league, and Defensive Rating of 111.5, No. 11. Currently sitting on a three-game winning streak, here’s what we’ve been noting and noticing. THE ACTION IS THE JUICE Over their last three games the HEAT have an Offensive Rating of 132.2, just the third time in franchise history that they’ve had such efficient offense over a three-game stretch. Perhaps even more noteworthy, it’s the first time in franchise history that they’ve had three consecutive games of such prolific offense outside of April, important because April games tend to be a little inflated by teams winding down at the end of the season, either because their year is about to end and they’re out of the playoff race or because their postseason seeding is secured and they start resting players as they gear up for a run. Put simply, this might be the best offensive stretch in franchise history and it’s happening right after their worst offensive game of the season when they put up just 93.3 points per 100 possessions on the second night of a back-to-back in Boston. The driver of all of this is clearly the three-point shooting with Miami shooting 45.7 percent on 38.7 attempts per game. They haven’t been doing anything abnormal as far as creating live-ball turnovers or fast-break points, their offensive rebounding has been good but within the general range of expectations and they aren’t getting to the line all that much. They’ve simply been lights out in the halfcourt scoring 113.9 points-per-100 plays outside of transition, not including second chances. For reference, the Celtics lead the league in halfcourt scoring at 107.4 per 100, while Miami is No. 13 at 99.5. Is all this sustainable? Of course not. Outliers are outliers for a reason. Anytime you ask whether something is sustainable after learning that it’s one of the best stretches or streaks or spans in the history of a franchise, that thing is inherently unsustainable otherwise it wouldn’t be so impressive. Nobody will shoot this well forever, not 48 percent on dribble threes in particular, which is akin to saying no apple will continue rising if you toss it up into the air. That’s no slight on anyone, merely the facts of the sport. The most important thing is capitalizing on these best-of stretches as they come. With wins in all three games, that’s mission accomplished. What you also like to see is that Miami has had the highest shot quality, as tracked by Second Spectrum, in the league with an expected effective field-goal percentage of 55.6. In that sense, overshooting that expected rate by 7.2 percent makes all the shooting a little less wild with four teams outshooting their shot quality by more just in the past week. Where is that Shot Quality coming from? It’s not coming from the threes, where Miami’s expected is typically lower than many teams and has dipped a bit this week, but on two-pointers. The Atlanta Hawks have derived the most expected value out of two-pointers at 55.1 expected eFG this season. Over these past three games, Miami has had an expected eFG of 58.9 on their twos, only slightly undershooting that sky-high value by less than a full percentage point. They aren't making more than they should, as far as tracking data goes, they're generating shots that should be made more often. That’s where you do have to take a quick look at the opponents they’ve played. The Lakers were a bit of mess on the defensive end, to put it kindly, the Suns were missing Kevin Durant and Jusuf Nurkic as it related to length on defense and once Evan Mobley was injured, missing the second half, the Cavaliers went to a smallball, Dean Wade-at-center lineup for long stretches. Again, all situations that you want to capitalize on and Miami did, to their credit, but these are the sort of indicators to look for when you see a spike in something like expected two-point value. What is sustainable is the improved process behind it all, a process that puts you in position to be opportunistic. Last year the HEAT had the lowest combined rim and three-point rate in the league, 64.1 percent of their offense coming from those two ranges. This year that number has climbed all the way up to 72.1 percent, good for No. 13 in the league. If you’re looking for the same sort of shots each night, then you’ve put yourself in position to have a three-game stretch like the one Miami is on when those shots present themselves. TYLER HERRO HASN’T STOPPED It looked for a minute like Herro’s percentages were going to start coming down to earth a bit. Not a problem overall considering just how many gains Herro has made to his shot profile and general floor game, the process far more encouraging than the percentages, but then he goes and has a week like this one and earns himself Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the first time in his career. Herro averaged 27.3 points over the past three games, with a ridiculous true-shooting percentage of 75.4 on 28.1 percent usage. We won’t dwell on Herro too much since he’s giving us plenty to talk about each week, but just a few things to note from the past three games. First, Herro was not shooting very well against the Lakers, sitting at just 2-of-8 from three in the first half, but he stayed true to his process and kept hunting the same shots as he went 7-of-8 in the third quarter alone. Then, against Phoenix, the Suns spent the entire game trying to chase Herro off the line, and Herro responded by taking the driving lanes presented to him as he shot 6-of-7 in the paint. When a similar opportunity presented itself against Cleveland and the smallball lineups they went to in an effort to find some scorning, Herro again drove the ball, making 5-of-7 in the paint – that’s 11 paint makes over the course of two games, a perfect compliment to a player shooting the cover off the ball at 52 percent from three over the past three. It's always a little dangerous running historical comps after a hot streak – even if the cold(er) spells have felt more like the outliers for Herro this season than the weeks like this one – but just for fun here are the players who have posted the numbers Herro is sitting at this season, at least 28 percent usage, at least 63 percent true-shooting and at least a 24 percent assist rate: Steph Curry (6x) Kevin Durant (6x) Giannis Antetokounmpo (5x) Nikola Jokic (4x) LeBron James (3x) Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (1x) Damian Lillard (1x) Not bad company to keep, to say the least. THE SMITHS One of the most important moves Erik Spoelstra has made this season, so far at least, is moving to a starting lineup of Herro, Robinson, Butler, Haywood Highsmith and Bam Adebayo. The previous starting lineup had been a -20.8 Net per 100 possession in eight games, and the new one has been +20.8 Net in 10 games. Part of that new group, of course, has been Highsmith. After not seeing playing time a few games earlier in the season, Highsmith is playing 27 minutes a night with Miami posting a Defensive Rating of 108.8, the equivalent of the No. 2 defense last season, and has been one of the main sources of defensive stabilization after a somewhat shaky opening few weeks for the team. While Highsmith spent a week or so on the outside looking on in the rotation, Dru Smith had hardly played at all this season before the past week. When he did play, however, you could certainly feel Smith’s impact on the defensive end, always in someone’s airspace, his hands always making something happen. A strong individual stint against Boston earlier this in week in what was otherwise a forgettable team performance may have earned him more time, and during this three-game stretch Smith has averaged 22 minutes a game. For the season, Miami is defending at 98.3 points per 100 possessions with Smith on the court (140 minutes) which would have been a great number even a decade ago when league offensive wasn’t nearly at the current heights. Want to get a little nutty with the numbers? In the 46 minutes that Smith and Highsmith have shared the court this season, Miami’s Defensive Rating is at 80.0. Just as with the wildly efficient offense of this past week that number isn’t exactly close to sustainable but it is reflective of positive things happening underneath the surface. As reliable perimeter defenders on the ball and at the point of attack, Smith and Highsmith being steady means fewer situations where Adebayo has to call an audible and switch out or leave his station for extended help. The more Adebayo can stay home, the more Miami’s defense can keep its shape and Adebayo can be more targeted with his pitch mix. Against Phoenix on Sunday Devin Booker and Bradley Beal dealt with a variety of different coverages, some of which Adebayo calls on the fly, and it’s far easier to focus on disrupting the possession-to-possession rhythm of elite scorers – the same goes for Donovan Mitchell’s rough night on Sunday – when you’re on strong footing everywhere else. The Defensive Rating when Adebayo shares the court with Smith has been 97.6 in 79 minutes in part because Smith can play the second head of the hydra, working with Adebayo in two-man actions to disrupt and deter. Neither Smith nor Highsmith is going to generate a ton of publicity outside of the local market. They’re both fairly quiet guys, off the court, and there’s nothing flashy about their games unless you’re the sort of person who finds beauty in solid, steady defense. Not exactly headline generators. Not even close. But those who care to follow the team closely should know just how valuable their contributions are. Adebayo may be the anchor, but The Smiths have plenty to do with the HEAT’s defense hovering just outside of the Top 10. AIM FOR THE CORNERS Last season the HEAT took the third-highest percentage of their total attempts from the corners at 11 percent. There was, apparently, room for improvement. Call them hammer screens. Call them pin-ins. Call them splashes. If you’ve watched any HEAT game this season you’ve probably noticed someone creating a shooting pocket in the corner with an off-ball screen. It’s not happening by accident. In fact, the HEAT started working on those exact actions early in training camp. “It’s definitely been a high point of emphasis since training camp,” Haywood Highsmith said. “First day we were drilling it, we wanted to get more splashes, more stuff going on the weakside. Create more confusion.” “It’s definitely something we’ve been trying to implement,” adds Duncan Robinson. Only the Golden State Warriors – Steve Kerr spent time in San Antonio with the team that popularized hammer screens – have set more corner screens for a catch-and-shoot three this season. No team has taken more corner threes as a percent of their offense, that number having risen to 13 percent. The HEAT came into the season wanting to optimize their shot profile in all the usual ways, doing what Tyler Herro has done in cutting down on mid-range attempts only on a macro scale, but they wanted to do it the right way. That meant not just taking more threes for the sake of taking more threes, but finding the right threes that fit their personnel. “We want to try and leverage more attempts just in general without just coming past halfcourt and jacking up 30-foot threes,” Erik Spoelstra says. “If you can generate some of the corner threes . . . then that’s good for our team.” Highsmith picked up an offensive foul the other night against the Lakers trying to seal off D’Angelo Russell from closing out on Robinson, and while Erik Spoelstra notes that as with any screening action the risk of a foul is the “cost of doing business” it also reflects that for as much volume as Miami is generating out of the corner, the timing of the screens is still a bit of a work in progress. “Just trying to do too much,” Highsmith says. “I don’t know that we have it fully figured out,” Robinson said. “We’re still working through that, it’s a work in progress. Just because we’re setting them that doesn’t mean they always the right timing or creating an opening, but we are setting them which is good.” It might seem like a simple action, but as you watch the HEAT try to set the hammers enough times and you’ll quickly catch on to how many different variations there are. You could be the slot player dropping down to screen the low man, you could be in the corner and lifting up to screen the help defender at the elbow, like Highsmith was in the above clip, or you could be cutting in from the strong-side and you have to time it perfectly to stop the cut, turn and make contact as the drive-and-kick ball is delivered. A simple concept, maybe, but one which requires precise execution. Just keep an eye on the weakside corner next time Tyler Herro or Jimmy Butler or Terry Rozier drives. You just might see the shot coming before the defense even sees it coming. TIDBITS -Against Phoenix the Heat had a 104.4 Defensive Rating with Bam on the floor (34 minutes), a 142.9 Defensive Rating when he sat (14 minutes). -On that note, Adebayo is currently tied for No. 10 in Defensive Estimate Plus/Minus at +2.2. Since his rookie year he’s never been below the 96th percentile in that metric among all players, landing in the 99th for all of the past three seasons. -Tyler Herro, meanwhile, is in the 95th percentile for Offensive Estimated Plus/Minus, the highest mark of his career. -The HEAT have drawn eight charges this season. Dru Smith, Kevin Love and Duncan Robinson have each taken two of them. By ML Staff. Courtesy of NBA. Words by Couper Moorhead . For Miami HEAT tickets click here .