The living room’s balanced blend of stylish furniture, layered lighting, and warm textures paves the way for effortless entertaining. Contemporary artworks flank the fireplace, while an eye-catching Arteriors chandelier illuminates the space. A Chaddock sofa and club chairs provide comfortable seating near a white coffee table with gold-trimmed legs from Highland House.

Pinecrest Home is a Sophisticated Balancing Act

Informed by transitional design and personalized with Jamaican art and collectibles, a Pinecrest residence serves a dual purpose as an elegant family home and a showplace for philanthropy
A section of the new Herman Miller store at the Shops at Merrick Park showcases the brand’s Girard stool, the Girard flower table (by the window), and the Nelson thin-edge buffet

Form Meets Function at Herman Miller

Herman Miller’s new Shops at Merrick Park location showcases the company’s ergonomically stylish inventory
From this perspective by the front entrance, the interplay of filtered daylight, tonal woodwork, and clean architectural lines showcase Obras Studio’s material-driven approach to interior design.

Fisher Island Residence Embraces the Richness of Wood

The vertical merger of two apartments on Fisher Island unveils a duplex-style residence with oak and walnut flair
The living room’s Vladimir Kagan sofas ensconce a tiered Holly Hunt cocktail table, creating a fluid aesthetic and a centralized gathering place. Overhead, an opulent Baccarat chandelier emphasizes the grand ceiling height, lending a sophisticated counterbalance to the contemporary surroundings.

Formal Contemporary Design in a Brickell Penthouse

A metropolitan Washington, D.C. design perspective brings timeless formal elegance to an Echo Brickell Residences penthouse
“My approach in the living room was to create a symmetrical space with multiple seating nooks,” says Joelsson. “The two dove-blue velvet sofas flank a glass coffee table layered with my favorite books and artifacts, and the two swivel chairs can pivot to face the kitchen or the view.”

At Home with Designer Sofia Joelsson

Interior designer Sofia Joelsson’s chic apartment in Miami Beach offers a bespoke statement of her style sensibilities
“The design of the building itself, which resembles an aquarium with glass panels all throughout, worked in our favor,” says Jaegger. “Because of that, there are views from every angle in the residence.” The Baxter sofas in the living area paired with Henge cocktail tables and a soft area rug from RH section off this part of the home. Beyond, in the dining area, an oak dining table by Intro MC was customized for the residence. Above it, custom pendant lights in various shapes add visual interest to the scene.

Waterside Serenity in the Regalia Residences

On the shores of Sunny Isles Beach, a Regalia Residences apartment embraces a nuanced palette and easy-on-the-senses design
This corner of the living room was envisioned as an intimate moment within the larger composition of the home. The custom bouclé sofa is softened by a pairing of lavender-toned pillows that nod to the wife’s favorite hues. Austrian artist Alfred Haberpointner’s art radiates with hand-carved energy, anchoring the scene with depth and warmth.

Q&A with Designer Steven La Fonte

Contemporary style and signature details inform a downtown Miami sky residence from designer Steven La Fonte
The interior courtyard features a raised water garden, providing a barrier between the the home’s front entrance and street. Designed by Enea Landscape Architecture, the meditative vestibule welcomes guests with a reflecting pond set against a backdrop of layered foliage. A glimmering stainless-steel sculpture by French artist Jean Martin interacts fluently with the environment.

Di Lido Island Home is a Poetic Ode to the Art de Vivre

Tropical modernism and Gallic sensibilities converge effortlessly in Maison Rive Gauche, a waterside villa on Miami Beach’s Di Lido Island
Nosing into Miami Beach’s skyline, the copula atop the National Hotel is a striking element of the design by Roy F. France. Completed in 1939, the 14-story building illustrates how some architects began to pare down their buildings with hints of Bauhaus. Photo courtesy of the National Hotel

Celebrating 100 Years of Art Deco Design

As Art Deco’s 100th anniversary is celebrated around the world, its permanence in Miami Beach remains as relevant as ever
“I wanted something with a straightforward layout, clean lines, and a purposeful flow,” says Marc Thee about his home’s architecture. “The landscaping is modern and structural to create balance, form, and a little unexpected drama.”

At Home with Designer Marc Thee

Veteran designer Marc Thee’s Orlando home is in a class by itself
Interior designer and showroom owner Judith Liegeois is one of the Gulf Coast’s most popular design professionals

At Home with Designer Judith Liegeois

Designer Judith Liegeois gives beloved furnishings and artworks new purpose at her Naples residence in Lake Park
Hlevel Architecture founders Brandt and Michaela Henning in the dining area of their Naples residence. Behind them, the kitchen features stained oak cabinetry and a custom shell stone island.

At Home with Architects Brandt and Michaela Henning

Architects Brandt and Michaela Henning’s Naples home is attuned to both the environment and modernist 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
“We designed the living room to be full of light and sculptural lines,” says Sandra. “The curved Pierre Augustin Rose sofa, the molded Pierre Paulin Pumpkin chairs, and many of the other pieces all denote a fluid Alys Beach aesthetic. The artwork by Jeni Stallings, which evokes an aquatic, dreamlike feeling, is the crown jewel of the room.”

At Home in Alys Beach with Walt and Sandra Chancey

In Alys Beach, a husband and wife take full advantage of a prime land site to build a vacation home that (literally) stands above the rest
In front of the custom fireplace, a small seating area with four club chairs by Chaddock Home provides a cozy conversation area. The brass chandelier is by Arteriors Home. “We wanted to give the homeowners a few areas in the home that were dressier by adding in brass and the warm tones,” says interior designer Kendall Schulte Hannon. “Then we juxtaposed those elements with the bright citrine yellow stools.”

St. Augustine Home Celebrates a Connection to Nature

A newly built St. Augustine home on the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway makes the most of its waterside location with design and architecture that embrace outdoor living
K+H’s elegant interiors will now be part of a turnkey program offered by Vesta Home. Photo courtesy of Krista + Home

Krista + Home Goes Global

Palm Beach’s Krista + Home expands its footprint and services to a worldwide clientele via Vesta Home
“I chose Benjamin Moore’s Blanched Coral for the exterior after using it in a client’s home,” says Rollins. “The color changes tones throughout the day and time of year depending on the sunlight.”

At Home with Palm Beach Designer Danielle Rollins

Cherished antiques and contemporary design sentiments inform the Palm Beach home of designer Danielle Rollins
Clad with white stone flooring from Stone Hardscapes, the covered loggia elegantly extends the interiors outside. A Blaxsand cocktail table and CB2 decorative chairs punctuate a seating area anchored by a plush area rug from Designer Carpets. With the touch of a button, screens on all sides come down to provide protection from pests and inclement weather.

Alfresco Living in Tavernier Contemporary Coastal Home

A resort-inspired residence down south in Tavernier checks all the right boxes when it comes to elegant design and curated comfort
The beach-inspired foyer sets a serene tone with sandy white oak floors, a sky-inspired Stark stair runner, and a two-story beaded chandelier from Currey & Company. White paneled walls and a barrel-vaulted ceiling enhance impressionist paintings by local artist Janine Wesselmann.

Coastal Charm and Modern Elegance Merge in Old Naples

Drawing inspiration from The Hamptons, two seasoned designers merge coastal charm and modern elegance in an Old Naples family home
Vanguard Furniture’s Lucca sectional was chosen to complement the recessed wall detail the design team created for the great room. Book-matched porcelain tiles surround the fireplace. A nearby conversation area with chairs from Fairfield and a freeform coffee table from Four Hands make good use of the space.

Homegrown Style in Naples’ Pelican Bay

Naples’ vibrant light and beach colors inform the look and feel of a couple’s transitional-meets-mid-century-modern house in Pelican Bay
In the living room, the three-part asymmetrical coffee table inspired designer Luciana Bueno to choose a light fixture by Bover that features movable arms

Monad Terrace Condo is a Stylish Next Chapter

Two transplant empty-nesters from Washington, DC begin a new life in a Miami Beach condo designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize winner Jean Nouvel