In the outdoor dining room just off the grilling station and kitchen, the dining chairs placed around a live-edge teak table with powder-coated forged-iron legs are made of rope and teak. The teal color is brought into this space in the lively patterned rug.

Coastal Refinement in Venetian Bay

With its eye-friendly hues of coastal colors, a waterside home in Naples’ Venetian Bay is as smart as it is tranquil
Contemporary Kitchen by B Pila Design Studio. Photos by Nick Johnson

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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
Backdropped by an ocean view, the family room showcases a custom wall unit combining a cement finish with quartz backing. A John Koga Moon floor lamp echoes the sophistication of an Eames chair and ottoman from Herman Miller.

Villa Vizcaya Home is a Designer’s Personal Paradise

Bold art and Parisian inspiration help a designer craft the ideal vacation home for her and her family in Coconut Grove

Exotic Wood Wraps A Coastal Contemporary on Amelia Island

Ocean views dominate the mind’s eye in this breathable and contemporary home that spotlights the homeowners’ passion for water and wine
Henredon’s chenille-covered sofa pairs with armchairs from Century Furniture to shape a social grouping in the living room. Here, a silk-shaded chandelier from Fine Art Lamps shines above Bernhardt’s driftwood and washed metal cocktail table. A custom-designed wool area rug patterned with silk yarn adds a comforting, warm touch.

Entertaining is Key in Quail West Dream Home

With Views Of The Swimming Pool, Lake And Golf Course, This Canadian Couple Built Their Dream House In Naples To Take Advantage Of Outdoor Living And Their Love For Entertaining
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
On the ocean side of the home, crisp edges on plantings create a sense of modernity and order, and allow the eye to focus on the stunning ocean views.

Effortless Outdoor Living on Jupiter Island

Savvy choices in landscape design help a Hobe Sound garden find connection

Winter Springs European-Inspired Dream Home

Tucked amid a park-like setting, this charming Winter Springs home features five courtyards to create an old-world country feel
Nashville-based designer Brad Ramsey creatively integrated a dining area into the living room with a custom curved Saladino banquette that hugs a Four Hands round wooden table. Additional Palecek seating pulls in effortlessly to accommodate six guests.

Coastal Considerations in Alys Beach Home

In Alys Beach, a new build makes the most of a natural palette with organic textures and African accents
A view into the open living and dining area reveals heavy use of the color blue and multiple natural textures. The patterns on the pillows nod to the residence’s gulfside location and solidify its coastal look. The eye automatically travels up to the wood beams with lights on the ceiling.

Ocean Hues and Organic Touches in Marco Island Retreat

A Marco Island renovation gives a Maryland couple the slice of Florida paradise they’ve envisioned for years
Lisa Gilmore hired local artist Meaghan Scalise to create a marbled wallpaper and hung a vibrant banana leaf print for a pop of color. Mixing traditional pieces—like the client’s mother’s cocktail cart and a vintage chandelier—with modern pieces results in a chic-yet-approachable space that’s perfect for family gatherings.

Chic Midcentury Family Home in St. Petersburg

A couple and their growing brood reimagine a home that blends fun and function
Round mirrors in the foyer introduce the gold shade that was chosen as an accent throughout the entire residence

Stylish Serenity in Lakewood Ranch

A seasoned designer delivers subtle elegance in a new build in Lakewood Ranch
The design goal for the backyard was to engage the architectural fabric of the home. Employing Cosentino’s high-performance Dekton porcelain material, the design team created a visual centerpiece with the addition of a new bar and barbecue area. An artificial green wall by Miami’s Wilcam Designs elevates the setting.

Pinecrest Home is Infused with Natural Energy

For a young European couple, the prospect of building a life in South Florida first landed them in Miami, but the pair soon realized that while they yearned to be within close proximity to...
Infused with organic warmth and modern forms, the great room takes shape around a modular Century sofa backed with circular side tables. Custom cabinetry designed by Adelyn Charles Interiors pairs with a waterfall bar lined with Vanguard barstools.

Rethinking Coastal Elegance in Bonita Beach

Contemporary style makes all the difference in a custom residence on the shores of Bonita Beach
“She combines industry expertise with emotional intelligence in a way that elevates everyone around her,” says V Starr founder Venus Williams (right) about company CEO Sonya Haffey (left).

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Jonathon Savage_FD31-3C Photo by Julie Wage Ross Jonathan Savage divided the L-shaped living room into three “intimate, convivial spaces to make it feel cozy, warm, and inviting yet casual, carefree, and durable,” he says. “You can come in with a bathing suit, plop down and be fine.”

Tranquility Achieved in Rosemary Beach Redesign

In Rosemary Beach, a family’s longtime design partner creates a space to savor
The living room’s grand feel is balanced with design that welcomes conviviality. Close inspection reveals details like natural stone in a diamond pattern on the foyer floor.

Refined Luxury Defines Sanibel Island Vacation Home

Volume and scale prove to be pivotal in a two-lot estate on Sanibel Island
Roche Bobois sofas and “Dragnet” lounge chairs by Kenneth Cobonpue circle the living room. Linen-and-bamboo yarn luminaires suspend from 22 feet high.

Colorful Coral Gables Home is an Artistic Hub

Having met in South America 40 years before, friends now team up to create an artistically memorable home in record time
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

Palm Beach Gardens Estate Celebrates Contemporary Living

Stylishly poised among the lush surroundings encompassing the luxurious Old Palm Golf Club in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., this lavish custom estate was designed on one of the last premier lots available within this...