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This residence on Fisher Island opens onto a bright central living area delineated by a dining space punctuated with a rare Japanese panel by Mori Tetsuzan from the Edo period. A sleek Henry Timi dining table and Glynell chairs by Elliott Barnes bask in the glow of a striking alabaster and brass lighting fixture by Apparatus Studio. Photo © Oliver Jaist

Inside a Modern Beach House on Fisher Island

A Munich design studio brings refinement and European flair to a modern beach house interior on Fisher Island

Designed with entertaining in mind, the open layout of this Naples condo residence encourages easy movement between the living areas, kitchen, and lounge. “The bar and lounge area was conceived as a natural pause point where conversations can begin before dinner and linger long after,” says designer L.A. DeRiggi.

North Naples Condo Balances Architectural Prowess and Relaxed Livability

Spatial flow, curated art, and a precise lighting strategy lend contemporary style to a bayside condo in North Naples

Vibrant bougainvillea blooms along the terrace of the Tropical Pool Garden, which includes topiaries of various sizes

Fernando Wong Designs a Tropical Tapestry

Landscape designer Fernando Wong transforms a Palm Beach garden into a green space worthy of the Smithsonian Archives

In the great room, stylish furnishings in neutral hues are enhanced by Mother Nature’s palette. Designer Sofia Joelsson created a spectacular showplace with matching linen-clad sofas from Verellan and a Liaigre dark-wood floor lamp shaded in linen to lend a luminary statement.

Stylish Miami Condo Soars Above Panoramic Views

With Its Peaceful Palette And Stunning Views From Every Angle, This Stylish Miami Condo, In A Soaring, Nearly All-Glass High-Rise, Lets Nature Take Its Course

The design team envisioned the indoor dining space as an informal extension of the kitchen. Gold-toned pendants and chandeliers throughout the main living area provide visual continuity while still giving each functional area its own look.

Park Shore Home is Ready for Life

In Naples’ Park Shore neighborhood, a resourceful designer turns a blank-slate house into a welcoming coastal home meant for family and fun

The design of the living room was about fashioning a space that’s both relaxed and refined. “The ceiling details and beams add architectural warmth,” says Moss, “while the blue accent chairs bring in a subtle coastal nod without feeling overly themed.” To soften the room, rounded forms were incorporated wherever possible.

Anna Maria Island Home is a Ray of Sunny Coastal Transitional Style

A new build on Anna Maria Island embodies the relaxed vibe of beach town living with an elevated touch

Divided by a floating staircase, the great room opens on three sides, dissolving the boundary between inside and out. The home’s sliding glass walls open fully to connect the interior spaces to the surrounding outdoor areas.

Sarasota Home Boasts Striking Openness

In Sarasota’s West of Trail neighborhood, a home delivers a dynamic indoor-outdoor experience despite a challenging footprint

The two-story living room area is brought down to scale by the six-foot-high limestone fireplace mantel and the 13-foot curved metal sculpture that hangs above. The limestone brings the classical exterior elements of the home inside, while the sleek-lined furniture and delicate, orb-like lighting infuse the space with a cool, modern aesthetic. The ceiling detail flows beyond the glass wall to the outside, drawing the eye to the grand backyard.

Windermere Family Home Makes a Grand Statement

In Windermere, an estate’s formal demeanor belies its functionality as a true family home

A view into the living room from the dining room reveals another superior example of the homeowner’s art collection, a portrait by Chantal Joffe. The baby grand Steinway piano was the first purchase for the home.

Art Takes Center Stage in Palm Beach Regency Estate

A gregarious husband and wife with a world-class art collection enlist two seasoned design professionals to recast their estate as a home for lavish entertaining

Art by Gwen Hardie and a Sequoia stool-pouf by Fredericia adorn the hallway that leads to the primary bedroom.

Pelican Bay Condo Radiates Elegant Warmth

A Pelican Bay condo residence tells its design story with colors and textures inspired by its surroundings

Completed over the course of a year, MLB sports icon Alex Rodriguez’ 11,877-square-foot home in Miami. With its pod-style architecture and overhangs that bespeak midcentury modernism, is laid out on one level so the interiors would connect directly to the grounds, blurring indoor-outdoor boundaries.

Alex Rodriguez’s Tropical Modern Miami Retreat

When a talented group of experts collaborates on a house that A-Rod built in Miami, the result can only be a home run by design

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 living room is definitely the heart of the home,” says Dunagan. “Rich textures, thoughtful material choices, and clean-lined furnishings exude a sense of relaxed luxury, making the room both timeless and welcoming.” All the main furniture pieces here came from Poliform.

At Home with Designer Charlotte Dunagan

At her home in Miami Beach, designer Charlotte Dunagan puts the focus on contemporary elegance and personal storytelling

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

In a seamless harmony with nature, this Star Island dwelling conveys the essence of modernity through smooth edges and sculptural forms.

Modern Marvel on Star Island

This Star Island jewel in Miami Beach seeks total unity within its design through harmony with nature and a human touch

The homeowners envisioned the living room as a place for relaxation and entertainment. A game table sits next to a floor-to-ceiling mural made by Area Environment for Jeffrey Michaels Showroom.

Mid-Century Modern Gem on Lake Rowena

A cherished family home on the shores of Lake Rowena in Orlando gets a second chance to make new memories after a respectful restoration

A Brigitte Bardot silkscreen by artist Russell Young looks beyond a Bretby Art Pottery vase, circa 1895, in the billiard room, where Currey & Company’s painted blue chandelier purposely fades into the ceiling.

Luxurious South Florida Manse Channels Edgy Attitude

Another world beckons as designer Lori Morris combines South Florida’s elegant pulse with an audacious spin on French style

Reynolds credits his senior associate designer and project manager, Alex Thommes, as integral when it came to sourcing the nearly three dozen varieties of palm trees found throughout the property. Some of the trees came from as far away as the Dominican Republic, while others came from Thommes’ own backyard.

Beachside Bungalow Brings Natural Balance in The Keys

Expert landscape architecture gives an Islamorada residence’s alfresco spaces the five-star treatment they deserve

Nestled on the tip of Anna Maria Island, this modern beach residence designed by architect David Wash emanates a West Indies vibe with its crisp white trellises, spandrels, and breezy Bahama shutters. A giant white planter draping with bougainvillea shapes the home’s entrance.

Anna Maria Island Getaway Emanates West Indies Charm

Circumstance and fate draw an Atlanta designer to Anna Maria Island, the ideal spot for a custom beach getaway for her and her family

Above the fireplace, a colorful work of art transforms into flat screen TV for a now-you-see-it-now-you-don’t effect. It’s juxtaposed by a gold leaf spherical etagère from Regina Andrew. The white Tilda chandelier from Arteriors anchors the space between the living and dining areas.

Eclectic Winter Park Home is a Geometric Gem

Simple symmetry and a black and white base make this home the perfect canvas for pops of color

Designed to create the luxurious and relaxed feeling of a resort, the outdoor living space features a custom infinity pool designed by OPI and embellished with three fire bowls by Grand Effects. A sunken area in front of the lanai includes a Kalamazoo pizza oven, a custom firepit, and plenty of comfortable outdoor seating.

Elegant Naples Home On Par with Spectacular Views

One Naples couple creates their dream home amid the scenic splendor of the South golf course at Mediterra

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