Miami Archives - Florida Design

Backdropped by sweeping views of the Atlantic and Intracoastal Waterway, the living area emanates Zen-like tranquility. A chic Fendi Casa ivory linen sofa and side tables pair impeccably with an undulating artwork from Artefacto. The piece is staged against a luxurious Twill & Texture wallcovering from Phillip Jeffries.

Sunny Isles Beach Condo Oozes High Fashion Allure

A design team honors the masculine elegance of the legendary Giorgio Armani in a Sunny Isles Beach apartment

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

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

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 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

A view into the residence’s living room reveals the sculptural feature on the ceiling, which was partly incorporated to provide indirect lighting. The polished Vena Grigio stone flooring was chosen for its reflective quality. Seating includes a sectional and chairs by Minotti.

Let There Be Light

Proper illumination makes all the difference in a Sunny Isles Beach residence

The Star Island property consists of the main modern house (on the left) and a Mediterranean structure that serves as a guest house. Closer to the main residence’s entrance, bushes of bougainvillea above head add some color.

The Natural Approach on Star Island

Landscape architect Christopher Cawley delivers tropical candor in a Star Island estate

In the kitchen, the marble island and dining table were united to make the most of limited space. A Caralarga wall weaving near the window nods to the homeowners’ Latin American lineage.

Expert Touches Refine Sunny Isles Beach Condo

Carefully curated art and savvy space decisions transform a Sunny Isles Beach apartment into a cherished vacation home

Schumacher wallpaper sets the tone in the primary bedroom. Butterfly artwork from Serena & Lily frames a poster bed by Made Goods, and two club chairs from OKA share an Arteriors side table.

Global Touches Rule in Elegant Pinecrest Home

In Pinecrest, a designer draws on styles from near and far to deliver a family home with international flair

A variety of colors and textures add interest to the living room, for which designer Sofia Joelsson commissioned a custom rug with a chartreuse border. A pillow with feathers, a curvy floor lamp, a coffee table with textured legs, and a black leather bench with a surface attached complete the design equation. The painting Protest Color Tagged 2 by Aboudia echoes the yellow and green shades found in the furniture.

Inside a Glamorous, Art-Forward Bal Harbour Condo

After a decade of starts and stops, a Manhattan couple goes full throttle to make their residence an enviable, art-filled destination

The family room is outfitted with RH’s Cloud bench-seat sofa and a pair of Luminaire tables that display cocktail books and the homeowners’ collection of Ritzy Casa ceramic rocks.

Scandinavian Special in Key Biscayne Home

An all-Brazilian design team infuses sunlit Danish flair in a Key Biscayne residence

Poliform’s Mondrian sofa anchors the living room, encircling cocktail tables by Jessica Jaegger Interior Design, which AWM Group fabricated. Manolo Valdés’ Superposicion II (2021) peers over the space.

Brazil’s Tropical Modern Architecture Inspires Condo Design

Bold pops of color and neutral furniture selections create the ideal aesthetic yin-yang in a Sunny Isles Beach condo

The enchanting gardens surrounding the loggia befit the mystical allure of the ancient banyan tree across the yard. Under an illuminated Brazilian chestnut ceiling, a modern outdoor dining table, chairs, and lounge seating from B&B Italia exude chic European style. A textural area rug from Design Solutions mirrors the tactile rattan elements of the seating pieces.

Tropical Modern Miami Oasis is Rooted in Beauty

In South Miami, a seasoned designer strikes a beautiful balance of art and nature in her magical dream home

Isabell Beyel’s intriguing Mask Study 3 (2020) creates a compelling conversation piece and punctuates the living room’s deep blue accent wall. Curated from Mexico City’s Gallery OMR, the piece incorporates recycled materials enclosed in a painted plexiglass box.

Mid-Century Modern Rules in Aventura Vacation Home

Mid-century modern sensibilities warm things up in a Privé Island residence

Instead of a standard dining room, the design team opted for two swivel chairs and a low-rise cocktail table that can be moved or added to when entertaining.

Brickell Flatiron Condo Showcases Out-of-the-Box Design

A savvy floor plan and unconventional furniture arrangements allow a space-challenged Miami condo to be everything its homeowner envisioned

A floor-to-ceiling marble wine wall houses 130 bottles of the husband’s favorite reds, with each bottle cradled in custom, oval brass rings anchored into the marble. A nine-foot-wide gray leather Haute Living sofa fronts the media center.

Wow Factor Abounds in Park Grove Condo

A husband and wife find their groove in a heavily customized sky residence atop Coconut Grove’s most exclusive tower

Covered by the home itself, this expansive outdoor entertaining space is often used for large gatherings.

Outdoor Momentos Steal the Show at a Miami Home

A series of outdoor spaces in a South Miami home create an intriguing path through nature, art, and architecture

The dining room chairs, covered in a combination of Titan leather and Maharam aubergine fabric, are a striking nod to the homeowner’s penchant for purple. The leaves on the Sans Souci custom chandelier pick up hints of the color and reflect it lightly in the room. Other rhythmic elements include the exotic wood grains and Arte International’s embossed Spirit wallpaper in titanium, sourced through Jeffrey Michaels.

Penchant for Purple Stuns in Miami Beach Condo

A modern and cerebral take on art deco brings lyrical fluidity and movement to a high-rise residence in Miami Beach

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