WWW . PORTFOLIOMAGAZINENAPLES . COM
PORTFOLIO
FEBRUARY 2024 THE MAGAZINE OF LIFESTYLES , INTERESTS & LEISURE
PUBLISHER Bill Hemmer
ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Bo Hemmer
CREATIVE DIRECTOR Bill Hemmer
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS & ARTISTS Eric Clay Scott Holstein Michele Schwartz
Portfolio Magazine is published by Mountain Communications Group , Inc . Copyright : All content of this issue are copyright 2024 Portfolio Magazine . All rights reserved . No portion of this issue may be reproduced in any manner without prior consent of the publisher . The publisher believes that the information contained in this publication is accurate . The publisher is not responsible for any changes in dates or events . Portfolio Magazine welcomes comments and suggestions .
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS John Companiotte Arnold Mathew
PORTFOLIO ONLINE : PORTFOLIOMAGAZINENAPLES . COM
ADVERTISING / EDITORIAL
Contact : Publisher , Bill Hemmer Direct : 706-717-1184 Email : hemmer5556 @ gmail . com
Cover : The award-winning Ronto Group , in partnership with Wheelock Street Capital , is developing 42 ultra-luxurious resort-style beachfront residences at Rosewood Residences Naples .
16 ELEVATING THE EVERYDAY TO THE EXTRAORDINARY
Situated in one of Naples most preferred neighborhoods , the 1601 Gulf Shore Boulevard North Rosewood Residences Naples site presents one of the world ’ s most desirable shorelines , where the sunsets are legendary , the Gulf of Mexico is at one ’ s doorstep , and Naples ’ finest dining and entertainment venues are minutes away .
26 FLORIDA PHOTOGRAPHER SCOTT HOLSTEIN
38 THE BAY CLUB , MATTAPOISETT , MASSACHUSETTS
The Bay Club encompasses 625 acres ( with 300 acres of adjacent conservation land ), with The Country Club and golf course occupying 200 acres , while the six residential villages of 180 plus home-sites and 200 acres of deed-restricted open space compromising the balance . Over eighty-eight percent of the original forest land of the site was preserved in the development of the community , providing a lush and appealing environment .
48 ALL ABOARD FOR THOMAS AND FRIENDS
All aboard ! The world ’ s most beloved # 1 blue engine will roll into Golisano Children ’ s Museum of Naples ( CMON ) this spring for exciting fun and adventure . Thomas & Friends™ : Explore the Rails !, an interactive exhibit created by Minnesota Children ’ s Museum and inspired by the popular children ’ s series now on Nick Jr , will steam into CMON Naples on January 27 through May 14 .
66 HALF BACK GALLERY
Portfolio Magazine highlights the beautiful scenery of the Blue Ridge and surrounding area . Southwest Florida residents have traveled to these cooler spots to escape the summer heat and return often to view the fall foliage , take back a fresh cut fraser fir for the Holidays or perhaps catch an early snow fall .
Photo : Eric Clay