This 1.7-acre estate is a prime example of Stofft Cooney Architects’ work: a modern home constructed with meticulous attention to detail, as well as the latest techniques and materials available. Photos courtesy of Stofft Cooney

Structural Integrity with Stofft Cooney

We can’t speak about architecture in Southwest Florida without mentioning the influential efforts of Stofft Cooney, a studio that has given the Gulf Coast its most impressive private properties as it helps to usher...
Interior designer Laura Parsons opted for locally made goods and furnishings, especially in the living room, where the vibrant draperies inspired the color choices on the coffee table, chairs, and accent pillows.

Bold Shades Beckon in Bonita Springs Home

A New York couple hankers for hues in their refreshed Bonita Springs retreat
Bathed in natural light, the formal living room features a serene palette of colors and a variety of textural elements that add dimension to the space. Designer Carrie Brigham installed custom millwork, which she says “elevates the level of intricacy of the overall design, fully integrating and connecting the home from space to space.”

Naples Home Boasts Bright and Airy Refresh

A former winter retreat in Pelican Bay is reimagined as a sunny primary residence
A dynamic artwork by Mat Sanders, Speed Boat 2, sourced from the Wendover Art Group, anchors the dining room. The dining table is made of mahogany finished in a warm neutral topped with a glaze. A dynamic red-and-white Pollock fabric on the host and hostess chairs creates a bright, resonant element in the space.

Nautical Notes Create Life-by-the-Sea Mood in Naples

Complete with an underground boat garage, a coastal contemporary residence in Mangrove Bay charms with maritime moxie
“It feels very grand for a smaller condo,” says interior designer Minka McDonald of the 2,500-square-foot residence. To fulfill the bold design direction in the living room, the design team chose a sectional sofa and throw pillows by Rowe Furniture, an ivory-and-charcoal striped area rug by Loloi, and a rattan-and-linen accent chair from Four Hands.

Marvel at Modern Monochrome in this Naples Condo

A black-and-white palette in a Downtown Naples condominium fulfills a client’s directive to go bold
The living room flows effortlessly into a glossy all-white kitchen outfitted in Calacatta Lincoln marble. The design team amplified the clean design by wrapping the stove hood in the same marble for a modern, seamless look, and coloring the pendant lights to match the marble’s gray veining.

Next-Level Style Wows in Naples Penthouse

A penthouse in Naples’ Kalea Bay embraces Gulf Coast living with metropolitan sensibilities
In the dining room, a lacquered white table is surrounded by chairs and a bright yellow bench, anchoring the room with eclectic charm. A branch lighting fixture custom designed by Liegeois and pendant lights that mimic paper lanterns add color and personality to the space. “The lanterns are so unique, they bring a smile to my heart every time they’re on,” says homeowner Susan Baierl. “The neighbors appreciate them at night as well, telling us how beautiful they look from the windows.”

Naples Family Home is a Serene Dream

A seasoned designer helps a Naples couple customize their dream retreat just steps from Vanderbilt Beach
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
The ceiling pattern in the great room, arguably the home’s most eye-catching feature, is not structural, but simply ornamental. Aside from a Phillips Collection cube table, every furniture piece in this room from the Tommy Bahama Palm Desert collection.

Eclectic Naples Home Exceeds Great Expectations

Custom details and specific furniture selections give way to a model home with irresistible buyer appeal
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
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
“This area of the front yard aptly represents the play in textures of green with the grasses contrasting with the broadleaf shrugs,” says landscape architect Patrick Trefz of Outside Productions. “We had a large specimen oak tree brought in to give the home a feeling that it had been built around something large.”

European Persuasion in a Picturesque Naples Garden

Garden traditions from across the pond make their way to a farmhouse-style residence in North Naples
Allocated for leisurely activities like reading and watching television, the family room also plays host to book club meetings and serves as an overflow space for dinner guests. Wallcoverings crafted from natural horsehair hang behind floating shelves stocked with books and objets d’art. The designers had to significantly size down the fireplace mantel, which is fronted in Pompeii quartz.

Inside a Modern-Coastal Gulf Gem in Naples

A high perch overlooking Naples’ pristine waters inspires a New England couple to trade colonial charm for west Florida sunsets
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
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
A dynamic artwork by Mat Sanders, Speed Boat 2, sourced from the Wendover Art Group, anchors the dining room. The dining table is made of mahogany finished in a warm neutral topped with a glaze. A dynamic red-and-white Pollock fabric on the host and hostess chairs creates a bright, resonant element in the space.

Seaglass Awards Spotlight: Best Use of Color

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the inaugural Seaglass Awards
The residence’s glass staircase is seamlessly integrated into the foyer. Designed by Flora Di Menna, it is a major focal point throughout the main living spaces. The custom-designed cabinetry inset into the wall serves as a niche for sculpture and echoes the tones and lines of the metal grids on the entry door.

Port Royal Home Harnesses Warm Modernity

Two savvy homeowners and a stellar design crew combine their expertise to create a modern residence that doesn’t sacrifice comfort for style
An ideal illustration of indoor/outdoor living from designer Sherie Weidner of Clive Daniel Home, this view of the living room features a dining set from Adriana Hoyos and a console from Century. On the outdoor dining area, furniture from Brown Jordan makes alfresco meals a pleasure.

Turnkey Tactics Shine in Naples Winter Retreat

At Mediterra in Naples, a resolute designer executes the vacation home of a Chicago couple down to the very last details
A seating area for drinks and conversation seems to float over the sparking gulf waters. Pale blue velvet swivel chairs from Century Furniture pair with round bone accent tables from Made Goods. A crystalline coral-inspired chandelier from John-Richard elevates the organic vibe.

Hues of the Sea Lend Tranquility in Naples Condo

A condo renovation on Gulf Shore Boulevard capitalizes on the textures and colors inspired by its beachside location
Bathed by sunlight daily, the dining room features gorgeous vistas of the outdoor entertaining and pool areas. A delicate linear chandelier accents the rectangular double pedestal table from Highland House without obstructing the view. Cozy club chairs ensure a comfortable dining experience.

Timeless Coastal Elegance Calls in Naples Home

A New Jersey couple makes Naples their home base with a transitional residence just minutes away from downtown and the beach