Analyzing the growth of one of Toronto’s most prolific development companies with Andrea DelZotto, a member of the founding family. Interview By Victoria Scott For most Canadians, the ideal vacation, especially at this time of year, includes beaches and swaying palms. For Andrea DelZotto, director and executive vice-president of the Tridel Group of Companies, one …
Since arriving in Miami over three decades ago, Edgardo Defortuna has become a force to be reckoned with in the real estate industry with his company Fortune International Group. Interview By Victoria Scott Very few cities in the world enjoy the kind of cachet that Miami does. Since the early 1980s the world has been …
In the creation of landmark buildings, JDS Development Group has staked its claim in two of the world’s most difficult markets. Interview by Victoria Scott Commercial real estate design and development have long been regarded as some of the toughest businesses in the world, and in the ultra-competitive markets of New York City and Miami, …
Occupying one of the dominant roles in the condominium development industry, Lanterra Developments has redesigned the Toronto skyline. Interview By Sarah Kanbar During the recent and unprecedented condominium boom in the Greater Toronto Area, one constant has remained: purchasers are looking for three main attributes — location, luxury and lifestyle. And perhaps no development company …
World-renowned Italian restaurant is a game-changer to the local scene. Interview By Victoria Scott Very rarely in recent memory has the opening of a new restaurant in a major city caused the same sense of buzz and anticipation as Don Alfonso 1890, which is bringing its Michelin-starred reputation to downtown Toronto. And even more rarely …
Design shaped by intelligence, freedom and emotion is attainable through the collaborative interior design creations of L’Avventura & Associates. In the world of art and interior design, few people have left a more indelible impression in some of the world’s most exotic locales than Chinese designer James Lee. Lee is the founder of L’Avventura & …
The CEO of Bell Media, Randy Lennox, has taken Bell to the next level by combining traditional and digital media. If you’ve ever been to an awards dinner, you’ve probably had to sit through at least one of them: those tribute videos to introduce an honouree’s lifelong achievements. Often, these are staid affairs, life summaries …
Peter Marco’s humble beginnings, hard work and positivity have made this luxury jewellery store the real gem on Rodeo Drive. There are few success stories quite like Peter Marco’s. Known as the pre-eminent jeweller of Beverly Hills, Marco began life in the projects of New York City, coping with challenging circumstances along with his mother …
For the second time, famed automobile collector John Staluppi is selling most of his automobile collection so he can start all over again. Among all collectors of rare objects, whether they collect vintage wines, hand-crafted watches or fine crystals, the common characteristic is unwavering passion. Philanthropist and entrepreneur John Staluppi, owner of one of the …
The beautiful game’s beautiful man, legendary Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, has cemented his legacy. At the height of his career, Ronaldo has achieved famed one-name status and has no desire to slow down. files from Richard Aldhous In the history of modern world sport, there have been very few “one-name” stars. It’s rarefied air to …
