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Floridian Fantasy Realized in Miami Condo

In exclusive Bal Harbour, this top-to-bottom renovation brings one Chicago couple’s dream to life

Traditional Florida Keys Concepts Transformed

Architect Max Strang takes traditional cultural and ecological concepts of the Florida Keys and transforms them into an evolutionary beach house design

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

With the juxtaposition of textures, the living room finds a balance between hard and soft. Low-slung slipper chairs in Taffard’s tones of vapor blue, platinum and cream pair with an original midcentury Marco Zanuso “Lady Chair” in Prussian blue Italian chenille, and Bright Chair’s sofa in white chenille. Here, an onyx and leather-paneled fireplace surround soars to 23 feet high. Macassar ebony display cases feature an evenly backlit slab of white agate. Holly Hunt’s cocktail table centers the laser-cut cowhide area rug from Kyle Bunting.

Designer Achieves Castle and Cottage in Port Royal

When presented with the architectural plans for this Port Royal manse, interior designer Laura Parsons suggested, while it was still possible, to modify the exterior elevation from Mediterranean to a more simplified vernacular. “The...

Versatile and comfortable custom chunky couches in Schumacher linen paired with Maison Jansen armchairs and lounge chairs offer a level of tailored detail and elegance. “We achieved a pretty balance because the room soars in its own beauty with doors that open to the pool, palm trees and beauty of the water,” she says.

Naples Home Radiates Joy with Sophisticated Touches

A Naples waterfront home transforms into a sophisticated retreat of happy spaces for a husband and wife who love to combine indoor and outdoor living

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

Color Comes Alive In Eclectic Bonita Springs Home

Homeowners John Krpan, an Ontario developer, and his wife Andrée Jean had already settled on a property in a gated golf course community when, on a whim, they stopped by an open house and...

A Look Inside MHK

Inside these pages: The Florida Architect offers a captivating glimpse of nearly 70 brilliantly designed homes by architect Matthew Kragh, President of MHK Architecture and Planning. Included in the book is Kragh’s personal family...

Tone-on-tone neutral colors flow into the great room, where splashes of blue are sprinkled throughout the living area. A clean-lined sectional from Theodore Alexander provides deep-seated comfort, while Burton James lounge chairs in Kravet’s bold stripes pair with Arteriors’ accent table that lends an organic feel.

Aqualane Shores Home is a Coastal Vision

In the private community of Aqualane Shores, clean lines and stunning water views offer style inspiration for one couple’s idyllic vacation getaway

Dramatic tension between the sweep of live oaks and the bold power of thrusting cubes is how this vast residence states its authority, but is nevertheless a warm haven for the family of five inside.

Creative Cubes Bring the Cool in Coral Gables

Changing architectural directions, a homeowner remains true to his instincts for a new home among the trees in Coral Gables

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

Art and Architecture Style an Oceanfront Palm Beach Penthouse

Though it was one of the last units to be acquired, this luxurious 27th-floor penthouse in a prestigious building in Palm Beach County, Fla., is by far one of the most spectacular condominiums Bryan...

The centerpiece of this area of the residence is a prism-like cube sculpture crafted by designer Oscar Glottman. As you move around the apartment the cube dissects the space while reflecting light. “The idea was an intervention of an architectural nature, more than a decorative one,” says Glottman.

Shadow and Light Make an Impression in Coconut Grove

Clever light trickery and other design ruses transform this apartment into a sophisticated residence with artistic details galore

Transitional Style Home Boasts Livable Luxury In Quail West

With a view of the 17th hole on the golf course in Naples’ exclusive Quail West community, this 5,893-square-foot residence holds its own as an unpretentious yet luxurious refuge adorned with an eclectic aesthetic....

Bay Harbor Islands Home is a Contemporary Sanctuary

A modern Balinese-style abode intrigues with warm woods, tropical landscaping, and unique, intimate spaces.

Miromar Lakes Oasis Evokes West Indies Splendor

Long-time Pennsylvania snowbirds and sports enthusiasts Paula and Peter Pala had already fallen in love with Miromar Lakes when they decided to build a place of their own. “It’s like living at the Ritz-Carlton,”...

Outdoors, a custom-designed pool is inset with a cushioned bench and a Jacuzzi created with mosaic tiles in blue hues that sparkle in the sunlight. Family and friends can relax in style on chaise lounges from Brown Jordan’s Kolo Collection.

Scenic On The River in Jacksonville

Created By An Award-Winning Architectural Design Team, This Waterfront Home In Jacksonville Features An Open Floor Plan With Soaring Ceilings

The dining room chairs, covered in a combination of Titan leather and Maharam aubergine fabric, are a striking nod to the homeowner’s penchant for purple. The leaves on the Sans Souci custom chandelier pick up hints of the color and reflect it lightly in the room. Other rhythmic elements include the exotic wood grains and Arte International’s embossed Spirit wallpaper in titanium, sourced through Jeffrey Michaels.

Penchant for Purple Stuns in Miami Beach Condo

A modern and cerebral take on art deco brings lyrical fluidity and movement to a high-rise residence in Miami Beach

“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

British Sophistication Elevates Modern Naples Home

To highlight the scenic lake views and make the large house fit the site, residential designer Richard Guzman tackled the challenge of designing this new 9,311-square-foot home in the Quail West community of Naples,...

Andy Warhol’s four Marilyn screenprints (1967) bring out the family room’s bright accent pillows from Molly Blue Designs and its custom blue area rug that recalls the ocean’s waves. The desk, designed by Stumer, is flanked by his-and-hers saddle leather chairs.

Modern Miami Beach Penthouse is a Masterpiece

The renovation of this d oceanfront penthouse in Miami Beach takes inspiration from the homeowners’ enviable collection of modern art

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