Tailored Eclecticism Perfects Naples Waterfront Condo

Catering to clients with a strong point of view can be challenging for even the most seasoned professional. For interior designers Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller, it’s the very way they built their business,...
Bathed in sunlight, the Mayfair’s atrium is defined by the vibrant shade of green of the tropical plants landscape designer Christopher Cawley opted to incorporate at ground level and above.

In Bloom Again at Mayfair House Hotel & Garden

Landscape architect Christopher Cawley works his magic at the newly rebranded Mayfair House Hotel & Garden

Floridian Fantasy Realized in Miami Condo

In exclusive Bal Harbour, this top-to-bottom renovation brings one Chicago couple’s dream to life
A Calacatta gold marble, waterfall-edge island by ADP Surfaces centers the culinary space. A custom, sheathed metal chandelier designed by Reginald Dunlap Interior Design and fabricated by Qui Design introduces a curve appeal.

An Orlando Penthouse’s Artful Elements

By day, the rooftops chisel a steely gray silhouette against the silky blue sky — by night, Orlando’s city lights reflect in the reflective interiors of this Star Tower penthouse
The family room is outfitted with RH’s Cloud bench-seat sofa and a pair of Luminaire tables that display cocktail books and the homeowners’ collection of Ritzy Casa ceramic rocks.

Scandinavian Special in Key Biscayne Home

An all-Brazilian design team infuses sunlit Danish flair in a Key Biscayne residence
“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
Hand-blown glass droplets from Ochre’s midcentury modern “Seed Cloud” chandelier cascade above Spazio di Casa’s sculptural glass-topped table lined by Artistic Frame’s dining chairs with saber-style legs that recall an Art Deco flavor.

Contemporary Coastal Trove on Sunny Isles Beach

The condo is saturated in understated elegance with architectural subtleties that complement a carefully curated interior scheme
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
Steps from the front entryway, the great room features a custom-designed table for games and puzzles, and a table for dining. The monochromatic color scheme is warmed by wood tones and textural ceiling details, sculptural lighting fixtures, and live plants.

Pinecrest Family Home is Designed for Life

A monochromatic palette sets an ideal tone for mindful living in a Pinecrest home attuned to nature
The focal point of innovation was the replacement of a large, traditional built-in unit with a custom white oak wall panel. Photo by Abigail Mair

Seaglass Awards 2024 Spotlight: Contemporary Living Room

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the second annual Seaglass Awards
Walnut accents in the great room echo the exterior design and warm up the all-white walls and furnishings. Pops of bright colors were strategically designed to be removed if the new owner didn’t like them. “People are sometimes afraid of color and it would be difficult if I put in a red sofa, so I kept it to small accessories,” says McDaniel.

Pops of Color Rule in Miromar Lakes Home

A hue-happy model home mixes modern lines with classic materials
This area of the residence near the ground-level garage serves as a gallery of sorts for a blue glass sculpture by Tom Marosz and a set of large paintings from Brazilian artist Sergio Lucena’s Infinite Nothing series that were found at the Untitled art fair in Miami.

Key Largo Condo Strikes an Artful Balance

Modern art and congenial design receive equal treatment in a Key Largo retreat
The homeowners’ penchant for color and pattern shines in the living room with a bird-themed painting over a custom fireplace embellished with decorative tile by Mosaic House. The inlaid mother-of-pearl designs of a hexagon accent table harmonize with coffee table collectibles and a multi-hued Ferrell Mittman sofa.

Worldly Elegance Abounds in Naples Home

Global travel influences inform the refined and sophisticated interiors of a Naples residence
Kelly Wearstler wallpaper and a large wicker lighting fixture in the upstairs sitting room help create a cozy conversation area. The custom sofa is long enough to allow guests to sleep toe to toe, while the sculptural black sand coffee table provides movement and more visual interest to what Booth describes as “a tight little room.”

Modern Lines Meet Natural Elements in Alys Beach Home

A vacation home in Alys Beach provides a large Southern family with much-needed connection to nature
Soaring 12-foot-tall windows and doors in the living room display a panoramic ocean view just beyond the loggia and pool. Plush furnishings include Lee Industries’ sofas and chairs, petrified-wood accent tables from Bernhardt and Oly’s mirror-topped cocktail table.

Dutch West Indies-Inspired Paradise On Rosemary Beach

A Chicago couple escapes the cold in scenic splendor at this exquisite beachfront retreat overlooking the Gulf of Mexico
Teak slats on the ceiling nod to Coconut Grove’s nautical spirit. An accent chair from Rove Concepts and cocktail tables from Flou’s Pierre collection round out the space. The design team suggested tropical greenery around the apartment’s massive structural column to warm up the bold architectural feature.

Masculine Sophistication in Coconut Grove Condo

In Coconut Grove, two veteran design pros guide their real estate-savvy friend to the bachelor pad of his dreams
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
With a view from the living area, aircraft flying below the home are often seen because the penthouse is situated higher than many helicopters and small private planes fly. When it is clear and bright, sharks and people can be seen swimming in the ocean below.

Palatial Beauty Rules in The Mansions at Acqualina

Soaring over the aqua waters of the Atlantic Ocean and Miami’s shimmering shoreline, this stunning palace in the sky boasts extraordinary location, architecture and interior design
The dining table and chairs are the result of the owners’ European buying trip. The fish-themed painting on the wall hails back to 1967 and was a gift from the artist.

Eclectic Meets Coastal Contemporary in Old Naples

Multiple influences create a masterful composition in an Old Naples home for two
“We wanted to play with wood tones in the living room,” says Mascarenhas. The Gather table by dk3 and Wishbone chair by Carl Hansen & Søn were sourced from Design Within Reach. The Knotty Bubbles Chain chandelier by Lindsey Adelman illustrates Mascarenhas’ idea of the residence as a beach cabin. A collage of ceramics on the back wall alludes to pastoral themes.

Redefining Rustic with Designer Cristiana Mascarenhas

In Key Biscayne, designer Cristiana Mascarenhas delivers her version of a family cabin in a condo residence by the sea

A Penthouse In Aventura Plays with Pops of Purple

A penthouse is just a penthouse until it becomes a showcase of visual excellence. Sought out for her vibrant style and eclectic talent, interior designer Perla Lichi was commissioned to finesse one couple’s 3,800-square-foot...