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A trio of untitled watercolors on rice paper by American abstractionist Sam Gilliam lead the eye toward the condo’s living room.

Continuum Condo is a Bespoke Beauty

A spectacular art collection is given its due in a South Beach condo residence

A historic Mediterranean-style home (built in 1925 by architect Phineas Paist) gleams amid the resplendent native foliage of Coral Gables. As the new owners sought a complete modern overhaul for the interiors, the architectural integrity of this iconic dwelling was carefully guarded.

Coral Gables Home is a Pristine History Project

A storied neighborhood favorite in Coral Gables undergoes a renovation guided by contemporary design, modern art, and lots of color

The Peacock Pavers flooring that runs through the first floor of the residence was the very first design decision, which set the tone for the clean, white palette. A large rug helps break up the expanse of white. The office, across the high-ceilinged foyer, boasts sliding barn doors designed by Leonard and made by a local craftsman.

Coastal Cool in Custom Ponte Vedra Beach Home

Thanks to savvy help from a design team, a new build in Ponte Vedra Beach is everything its young owners envisioned

Blue Balinese-inspired shutters with matching planters define the cheerful façade of the two-story residence.

Azure Color Story Rules in Naples Home

From façade to lanai, a homeowner’s favorite palette imparts undeniable personality in a Naples residence

Edo wallpaper from China Seas was used to visually separate the predominantly white kitchen from the family room. Photographer Betsy Carothers, a friend of the homeowners, snapped the captivating image of a white egret near the windows.

New Beginnings in a Bermuda-Style Vero Beach Home

Vibrant color and striking patterns guide the renovation of a Vero Beach residence on John’s Island

Multiple seating areas in the grand salon make it a perfect place for entertaining guests. With pearlescent accents on the chairs and pillows, stylized marine art, and stark-white coral pieces on display, the room is coastal chic without the clichés the style can imply.

Neutral Colors and Clean Lines Prevail in Sanibel Island

An unexpected turnkey residence in Sanibel Island turns out to be everything its new-to-Florida homeowners envisioned

With the homeowner’s existing dining room table and painting of a classical Roman sculpture, Brown opted for a fresh take on an Old World-inspired space. He covered the walls with custom Phillip Jeffries metallic wallpaper, reupholstered the existing dining room chairs with a quartz-hued Holly Hunt fabric, and embellished the room with medieval-inspired bronze spikes, flower pod Murano glass bowls, and a sleek chandelier.

Mixing Moxie in Palm Beach

A designer enlivens a superior art collection with a stylish blend of patterns and textures

The great room’s tranquil palette, organic forms, and linear architectural details create an elevated living experience designed to bring the family together. A creamy white EJ Victor sofa combines with plush pink chairs and soft gray occasional chairs, all from Sam Moore. The marble-clad entertainment center takes center stage along with a stunning Currey & Company chandelier.

Bespoke Touches Bring Serenity in Bonita Bay

Infused with serene neutrals and soft shades of blush, a new Bonita Bay home offers a haven for a family to make lasting memories

Black Windsor-style chairs lend a striking visual contrast to the natural wood grain of the kitchen table. A black Arteriors chandelier brings the perfect complement to this cozy space. Awash in natural light, the area is a favorite spot for breakfast and casual family meals.

Mediterranean-Inspired Splendor in Tampa Home

A Mediterranean residence in Tampa’s Bayshore Beautiful enclave undergoes a flawless renovation and emerges triumphant

A contemporary fireplace with a floor-to-ceiling Sahara Noir stone wall from Florim replaced a former tapestry wall and transformed the formal living room into a sophisticated “chat room.” Reiterating the home’s California-chic tone, swivel chairs by designer Rene Cazares upholstered in a luxe cream performance fabric complement a pair of circular cocktail tables.

Bonita Springs Home Feels Fresh and Modern

Guided by their interior designer and builder, a Florida couple embraces the challenge of a full-scale home renovation in Bonita Springs

Upon entering the spacious quarters of this extraordinary Fisher Island penthouse, a larger-than-life ottoman surrounding a 42-inch optical glass artwork lends a strong sculptural statement to the adjacent open living spaces. Designed by Poggi Design, the majestic piece preludes the sweeping Biscayne Bay views beyond.

Modern Masterpiece on Fisher Island

Custom furniture and Italian elan lead the charge in a Fisher Island penthouse as exclusive as its address

A guest room with a floating desk and velvet gray swivel chair stays honest to the rest of the residence’s aesthetic.

Refined Sunny Isles Beach Condo is Neutral Territory

A subdued palette and contemporary elegance bring chic serenity to a Sunny Isles Beach vacation perch

Even with a short timeline for the project, Clair van der Swan designed many of the home’s furniture pieces. Her elegant coffee table was the perfect fit for the living room, one of the many spots in the home where the homeowners can enjoy their water views. Even better is the breeze on the lanai.

Naples Condo is a New Classic

A Naples condo goes for the bold with Old-World elegance marked by custom furnishings, art, and accessories

Homages to Frida Kahlo’s Iconic Art and Design

Mexico’s first lady of art leads the programming at two Naples venues

In the kitchen, bespoke lighting fixtures hang over a large gray marble island that anchors the room. Per the homeowners, the space was modernized to satisfy modern lifestyles.

Vintage Approach Stuns on Champney Bay

Fine antiques and rich materials impart French flair in a waterside Port Royal residence

A giant Wireflow chandelier commands the circular entry foyer of the residence, just as designers Rafaela Simoes and Laila Colvin intended. Mixing soft and rigid materials with cool and warm textiles was key to satisfying the homeowners’ contrasting visions and tastes.

Modern Meets Organic in Aventura Family Home

A talented design firm balances different tastes and opinions to deliver a sophisticated family home for five in Aventura

With wraparound docks and water access, this Keystone Island property offers spectacular views. The formal living room and game area exude a relaxed vibe with a custom 11 Ravens pool table and a white onyx stone bar outfitted with motorized drop-down shelving.

Keystone Island Family Home is a Bayside Beauty

Poised on a prized corner lot with wraparound docks and easy ocean access, Obed and Cristina Arias’ 5,200-square-foot home offers top-notch waterfront living, one of the main reasons the avid boaters chose it. Situated...

A neutral palette of white and gray dominates the residence’s main floor. The design team warmed up the interior with the use of wood.

Waterside Modernist Bliss on Bonita Beach

A modernist mansion in Little Hickory Island proves its mettle with unfussy design and supreme construction

A once lackluster entrance hall received a dramatic makeover with custom millwork, innovative lighting effects, and a repurposed herringbone-patterned wood floor. White curved walls and a dome ceiling fixture articulate a dramatic transition to the living space.

Worldly Tastes and Dramatic Touches Elevate Brickell Condo

In one of Brickell’s most storied buildings, a design team captures the dynamic sophistication a San Francisco couple demanded for their back-to-Miami home

Sweeping Intracoastal views and low-slung seating create a casual, intimate vibe in the family area. Thayer Coggin’s large-scale sofa grouping and Roberta Schilling’s club chairs and a cocktail table anchor atop a sculpted rug from Creative Accents.

Seamless Modern Sophistication Along the Intracoastal

A stunningly modern outlier along Boca Raton’s Intracoastal Waterway, a bold post-tension home is what emerged from the tear-down site of a former Mediterranean-style structure. Designed by architects Rex Nichols and Alex Penna of...

The fluid lines of a figure painting by Ruben Rodriguez titled Alma Compartida bring satisfying juxtaposition to the clean lines of the fireplace. The starkly contrasting hues of a white side chair and black ottoman emit a contemporary aesthetic that complements the artwork. Breathe Velvet Wild Flower drapery fabric from Black Edition and a plush area rug from Stanton Carpet soften the space.

Classic Meets Modern in Palm Beach Family Home

A New York couple trades the big city for Southern-tinged living in Palm Beach

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