Sarasota Archives - Florida Design

The vintage surfboard, antique oars, porthole window, and white wicker furniture in this loft area continue the nautical theme of the beach house.

American Coastal Cool in Siesta Key Home

A vacation beach house in Siesta Key keeps the focus on barefoot elegance

The sunken living room is host to a cozy fireplace and plenty of seating for family and friends to gather. Coffee table books and ephemera from Murphy’s travels are scattered atop a set of cocktail tables by Bernhardt.

Refined Touches Elevate Sarasota Designer’s Home

A designer leans into classic, sophisticated styling to tell the story of her family home in Sarasota

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

Smooth edges echoed throughout imbue the residence with a peaceful fluidity and pleasing sense of continuity. Bathed in an all-white palette, the dining area pays homage to curvaceous shapes with RH’s round marble table paired with a curved-edge buffet and an oversized circular mirror. The CB2 white chandelier adds a sculptural touch.

Peaceful Fluidity Breeds Serenity on Longboat Key

On Longboat Key, a serene design aesthetic grants a northern family a forever-summer retreat on the water

From the beach, the home seems to emerge from the foliage surrounding it. The homeowners wanted it to meld with the natural landscape as much as possible. “They love the seclusion on this part of Longboat Key,” says Sparkman. “This is their own little piece of the island.”

Modernist Finesse Transforms 1970s Longboat Key Gem

An architect’s critical thinking skills are put to the test while tackling the reinvention of a tropical modernist residence on Longboat Key

The red garden gate, integrated into the façade of the Tetreault-Pirman Residence by Seibert Architects, leads to the elevated entry courtyard and front door. The home was elevated five feet to meet flood requirements. A graphic designer’s studio mimics a glass house made of high-performance, R-4 glass that’s resistant to heat and wind.

Paying Homage to Sarasota Modern

Some 81 years after its inception, the Sarasota Modern movement is as relevant and forward-thinking as when it first captured our attention

The family pet, Peaches, enjoys a moment on the custom-made curved chenille sofa. The sofa and the Rollerboy coffee tables are by Dennis Miller.

Sweeping Vistas Stun in Sarasota Penthouse

A Sarasota penthouse embraces the paradise around it with contemporary design and a playful art collection

Island Living Shapes a Siesta Key Retreat in Sarasota

Little Sarasota bay sets the stage for this couple’s dream home on Siesta Key in Sarasota, Fla. The main design objective was to create a casually elegant space ideal for waterfront entertaining with...