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A chic conversation cluster in the sitting room centers around a red marble cocktail table by Antoni Pallejà for RS Barcelona, surrounded by cobalt blue swivel chairs with fuchsia welting by Jhon Ortiz for Tailored Hom

Vibrant Hyde Park Home Hits All the Right Tones

Now drenched in rich, saturated colors, a 1927 home in Tampa’s Hyde Park is transformed with vivacious textures and modern silhouettes

Amy Lee McArdle had a career in politics before turning to interior design and launching her studio in 2014.

At Home with Designer Amy Lee McArdle

At her home in Palm Beach Gardens, designer Amy Lee McArdle balances minimalism and French romance to deliver a winning space

With each of its spaces drenched in energetic hues, a vibrant Palm Bay Towers residence radiates the personalities of its owners. Awash in green tones, the entrance displays eye-catching artworks, including a signed Picasso lithograph and pieces by Pedro Friedeberg and Kelly Breez. A gold-toned mirror complements Ryota Unno’s gold tiger painting.

Creative Couple’s True Colors Shine in Miami Residence

In Miami, a seasoned design duo helps two creatives turn a blank canvas into a vibrant pastiche of the art and experiences that have shaped their lives

In the living room, Kravet Jazz sofas play into the ease of Florida living with their elegant shapes and performance fabrics. The burlwood nesting tables, which designer Sally Richardson says “fill the space beautifully,” were sourced from RH and bring in rich cool and warm tones that perfectly complement the wood in the nearby kitchen.

Park Shore Home Balances Chic Form and Function

Stone, oak, and textured neutrals come together in a Park Shore residence that balances functionality and style

The great room’s vaulted 27-foot ceiling, with stained beams and white tongue-and-groove detailing, imbues the space with a sense of grandeur. A custom Jeremy Cole chandelier, inspired by the organic form of an aloe blossom, crowns the room, accentuating its fresh, neutral palette.

Inside an Elegant Naples Tropical Transitional Home

Vast open spaces define the airy aesthetic of a transitional beachside home in Naples

“We wanted the living room to feel inviting and softly casual,” says Weber. “Rift white oak proved to be the perfect choice as it harmonizes with the palette of rich creams, ocean blues, and rosy accents.” At the forefront, the white oak console by Michael Trent Coates was designed to back the O. Henry sectional and serve as a transition from the kitchen into the living room. The entertainment unit was custom designed by Studio Vesta and constructed by Hoffman Cabinets. An alabaster chandelier by Visual Comfort crowns the room.

Siesta Key Home Strikes a Sophisticated Balance

A Minnesota designer marries the contrasting tastes of a Midwestern couple to deliver a Siesta Key home that’s both sophisticated and welcoming

Renovated by ANDStudio Architecture + Design into a tropical, contemporary home, this welcoming Coconut Grove residence is surrounded by sprawling trees, curved openings, and brick walkways

Hacienda Redux in Coconut Grove

A light-filled atrium, tactile finishes, and treetop views shape the reimagining of a Coconut Grove residence

Prince, acrylic paint, markers, modeling paste, gold pigment, 24-karat gold leaf, charcoal, photos, and epoxy. “Every brushstroke in this piece carries my admiration for Prince’s fearless creativity,” says Sara Kissing. “This painting is a tribute not only to his artistry but also to the way he shaped my own creative journey.”

Star Quality with Artist Sara Kissing

Gulf Coast artist Sara Kissing’s multimedia paintings of music and movie idols find a home at Clive Daniel

Vanguard chairs, upholstered in solid and patterned fabrics from Kravet, complement a custom dining table from Old Biscayne Designs. Blown-glass pendants housing air plants introduce a biophilic element that merges with the landscape. Trade Mark Interiors’ custom linear built-in delineates the living area along with the owners’ sectional and a custom Crescent rug.

Sarasota Home Balances Warmth and Sophistication

A young couple returns to Sarasota to reconnect with loved ones in a cozy-cool family home in scenic Oyster Bay Landings

Intricately coffered ceilings and black and white floors from Devon Tile & Design Studio clad the living room in quiet grandeur, artfully framing the seascape. A high-lacquered, custom Chippendale-style bar with mirrored panels subtly reflects the sea and sky, and the ocean-facing grand piano embodies the sheer splendor of the space.

Key Largo Home is a Refined Seaside Dream

A Philadelphia family reframes resort life in a dreamy seaside home in Key Largo’s Ocean Reef Club

Designers Ruben and Katie Gutierrez in the living room of their client Lisa Richberg’s Coconut Grove home. “The double-height bookcase is the centerpiece of the space,” says Ruben. “We chose a rich tone of walnut to contrast the white oak floors. The library ladder adds a playful touch.”

Q&A with Designers Ruben and Katie Gutierrez

When a therapist hired Ruben and Katie Gutierrez to oversee the design of her Coconut Grove townhouse, she charged them with creating a space that was tailored to her, as well as welcoming for...

The living room’s rich, plush velvets and warm woods evoke cosmopolitan finesse. Signature works by Miró and Picasso blend with a sculptural vase from Mindy Solomon Gallery. Dan Benchetrit of Opera Gallery in Miami curated the hanging artworks throughout the residence, with input from the homeowners and designer Tamara Feldman.

Bal Harbour Winter Escape Touts a Creative Edge

A Bal Harbour residence’s sharply curated art collection elevates the notion of a winter retreat

The living room’s ceiling wood beams are reclaimed from old Ohio barns. The soaring, 72-inch-wide fireplace is paired with a hand-carved coral mantle. Furniture here includes lounge chairs by Palecek, draperies by Quadrille, and an area rug by Stark. The coffee tables are from the homeowners’ previous residence.

Breezy Island Charm and Sophistication Abound in Siesta Key Retreat

Abaco Islands-inspired sophistication and charm lead the way in a Siesta Key retreat where classic craftsmanship meets modern coastal living

When open, the middle section of the home at the top of the stairs ensures breezes flow throughout the residence. The wood-clad wing with smaller windows on the right is where the house’s bedrooms are located.

Inside Architect Jason Jensen’s St. Petersburg Home

The breeze-centric layout of Florida’s 19th-century dogtrot shacks inspire the design of Jason Jensen's waterside residence in St. Petersburg

In a completely renovated and expanded Fort Lauderdale home, the focal point of the modern living room is a fireplace that combines a linear marble base with an asymmetrical decorative sculpture finished in a leather-like Roman clay by Portola Paint. The rich, yet neutral color palette continues in the furnishings with a custom-designed, curvy bouclé sofa offsetting the more linear RH bench and Maiden Home chairs.

Modern Fort Lauderdale Home is Neutral Territory

An earthy palette defines the vibe of a modern house in Fort Lauderdale

In the great room, a row of sliding glass doors gives way to a veranda with sweeping views of the pool and the beach. At one end, a pair of 8-foot custom bookcases showcases the couple’s prized book collection, while window treatments in green fabric delicately frame the unobstructed views. According to the designers, the focal wall was designed around the tones and scale of the artwork hanging above the fireplace.

Marco Island Home Exudes Gulf Grandeur

On a coveted stretch of Marco Island’s Hideaway Beach, a stately vacation home undergoes a pitch-perfect renovation that yields timeless elegance

“Because it’s such a central part of our living space, I didn’t want the kitchen to feel like a kitchen,” says Diverio, seen here with his wife, Michelle, their son and daughter, and the family dog. “That’s why all the appliances are hidden, and the island was designed to look more like a bar.” The cabinetry by CG Quality Woodworks is finished in a natural rift cut white oak. The Cattelan Italia dining table, one of the first furnishings seen when entering the home, features a solid porcelain top and brushed bronze base.

At Home with Architect Tom Diverio

Pool days, wine dinners, and jam sessions are all par for the course at architect Tom Diverio’s family home in Pinecrest

The living room’s double-sided fireplace—shared with an adjacent club room—generates a sculptural centerpiece, lending warmth and ambiance while maintaining an open-concept layout. A sizable sofa from Lazar Industries and cozy Century club chairs establish a conversation area around a trio of marble-topped Palecek cocktail tables.

Country Cachet in Okeechobee Family Home

A ranch retreat burrowed deep within Okeechobee’s Pine Creek Sporting Club trades traditional farmhouse aesthetics for rustic elegance

Selections in this living room setting include the Kate chandelier by M2C Studio, the Saint-Germain sofa by Poliform, and an area rug by Amadi Carpets. The console, coffee table, and stool are by Verellen

Design Selective at Andros Home

The new Andros Home in West Palm Beach elevates the showroom experience

Ocean views never fail to entice family and guests onto the terrace for relaxing mornings and late afternoon entertaining. Dedon’s teal and seafoam woven wicker outdoor tables and lounge chairs provide ample seating around a Serena & Lily white tree-root coffee table.

Naples Sky Residence is an Ocean-Inspired Oasis

Deep and light ocean tones ensure an ethereal vibe in an elegant sky residence on Naples’ Gulf Shore Boulevard

“Our design throughout the apartment is very linear and that’s why we chose this square table by Hellman Chang for the dining area,” says designer Zita Rudd. “The Aqua Funnel chandelier by Serip offers just the right amount of glamour.” The bleached walnut on the kitchen cabinetry was the wood used throughout all the common spaces.

Q&A with Designers Allison Paladino and Zita Rudd

Onyx-blue shades and floral motifs set the tone in a renovated Palm Beach apartment from designers Allison Paladino and Zita Rudd

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