Known as the gallery bridge, this second-floor space showcases multiple examples of the homeowners’ art collection, which features works from all around the world. The Graypants chandelier was selected for its ethereal qualities.

Massive Moxie in Modern Miromar Lakes Home

Expert construction, superlative architecture, and on-point design add up to a modern marvel of a home in Southwest Florida
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
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 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
The great room offers hues of pink and lemon yellow in the sofas and chairs. When closed, the curtain (which features a pattern by painter Hunt Slonem) offers an abstract profusion of dozens of happy shades.

Hues Rule in Vibrant Jupiter Home

A designer unleashes her palette expertise inside a family home in Jupiter
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
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 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 great room’s seating area features a white Christian Liaigre cocktail table that echoes the clean lines of a white sectional. A vibrant painting complements a pair of Holly Hunt velvet swivel chairs, and an adjacent wine room visually connects to the space.

Modern Sensibilities Elevate West Florida Family Home

A sprawling family compound along the Manatee River embodies Old-Florida elegance with a modernist approach
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

Homages to Frida Kahlo’s Iconic Art and Design

Mexico’s first lady of art leads the programming at two Naples venues
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...
One of the couple’s favorite brands is Hermès, so Hoyos added an equestrian flourish to dining room chairs from her collection by upholstering the backs in leather. The live-edge dining room table is hewn from Brazilian wood, the chandelier above it is mirrored glass, and the walls are a patterned stone. The couple scrapped plans for a fireplace, opting instead to turn a nearby nook into a decorative shelf.

Seaglass Awards Spotlight: Editors’ Choice

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the inaugural Seaglass Awards
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
“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
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
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.

Seaglass Awards Spotlight: Restoration/Renovation

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the inaugural Seaglass Awards
A reverse view of the living room offers unobstructed sightlines into the dining/kitchen area and the upper-level area. The glass-paneled open staircase integrates seamlessly with the modern vibe of the space, and a custom bar and wine cellar take optimal advantage of the ample space underneath.

Soaring Spaces Delight in Surprise Lake Condo

A five-star condominium at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Miami Beach elevates waterside living with a city-chic aesthetic
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
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
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