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Gainesville Custom Homes: what men request the most

The most common requests Corey Amira Custom Homes receives from its male clients in Gainesville Article and Photography by Corey Amira Men building custom homes often prioritize durability, efficiency, and long-term performance over flashy upgrades. At Corey Amira Custom Homes , we frequently incorporate these high-value features when they align with our clients’ goals, helping ensure each home is built for lasting quality and performance. One of the most common requests is for durable...

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GreatFlorida Insurance Interview

An interview with the owner of GreatFlorida Insurance of Gainesville, Edwin Duque. How he got started and what he wishes everyone knew about insurance. Article by Edwin Duque | Photography by Sweet Serendipity Photography HOW DID YOU GET INTO INSURANCE? My father. If not for him, I would have thought insurance was just another bill. He became an insurance agent nearly 30 years ago, working under GreatFlorida Insurance founder Ike. With Ike’s blessing and encouragement, my father eventually...

Life + Culture

THE HEAD BALL COACH

THE MAN, THE LEGEND, THE FATHER, THE GRANDFATHER, THE RESTAURANTEUR, THE HEAD BALL COACH Article by Freddie Wehbe | Photography by Footstone Photography & Freddie Wehbe To most of the world, Steve Spurrier is the Head Ball Coach, a Heisman Trophy winner, national champion, and seven-time SEC champion. To others, a legend, a relentless competitor, a world-class smart aleck. But inside Spurrier's Gridiron Grille, you meet a different version, one that may be his most impactful yet. Here, he's...

Home + Design

Window Treatments, Done Right

Custom solutions tailored to your home, backed by local expertise and a 5-year warranty. Article and Photography by Matthew Kramer: Alachua Blind Company 1. What types of window treatments do you specialize in, and what makes you different from a big-box retailer? We specialize in custom window treatments; motorized shades, shutters, blinds, roller screens, and outdoor living solutions. Everything is tailored to your home, not pulled off a shelf. We measure precisely, help you choose the...