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“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).

Q&A with Tastemakers Venus Williams and Sonya Haffey

At design firm V Starr, founder Venus Williams and CEO Sonya Haffey prove that winning design is a team effort

From an antique kilim rug to a tasseled chandelier, the vibrant furnishings inside the cabana exude an exotic flair

Lake Worth Beach Cabana Embodies Worldly Style

Vibes from Asia, Africa, and beyond bring pizzazz and personality to a poolside folly in designer Jessica Lagrange's Lake Worth Beach home

Neutral Tones Paint A Palm Beach Condo Peaceful

downsizing does not diminish detail as interior designer Joe Fava and his team skillfully demonstrate with this stunning design of a bright, coastal 3,700-square-foot condominium. Boasting exquisite finishes, this home sits on the border...

The dining and living space captures island elegance with subtle textures and a minimalist palette. Designed for gatherings, the furniture is family friendly: The CR Laine couch sectional, Century armchairs, and outdoor furniture are made with performance fabrics in case of spills.

Breakwater Home Stuns with Breezy Boutique Resort Style

A vacation home in Duck Key gives a multigenerational family a place to get away from it all and bond in style

A massive wall sculpture entitled Trestles by artist Matt Devine gives the great room an unexpected punch of color. Crisp white Baker seating pieces trimmed in glossy Macassar ebony align with elegant, polished finishes implemented throughout.

Epic Parisian Art Deco Style in Delray Beach Home

Great expectations were fulfilled at a colossal Delray Beach estate that merges Neoclassical architecture with high-gloss Art Deco glamour

Seaglass Awards Spotlight: Contemporary Kitchen

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the inaugural Seaglass Awards

In the primary suite, the design team opted for subdued aubergine tones, like those on the tall custom headboard with horizontal upholstered panels in varying heights. Additional ways the color was introduced include a Stanton area rug in a rosy purple and a sheep shearling bench by Craft Associates in cabernet.

Seaglass Awards Spotlight: Contemporary Primary Bedroom

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the inaugural Seaglass Awards

Traditional/Transitional Study or Office by Trade Mark Interiors. Photo by Amy Lamb/Native House Photography

Seaglass Awards 2024 Spotlight: Study/Office Roundup

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the second annual Seaglass Awards

Modern Waterfront Architecture Celebrates Long Boat Key

Working with clients who can’t have too much water in their lives, architect Mark Sultana creates a sleek yet comfortable home on Longboat Key overlooking Sarasota Bay

Tropical Merges with Modern in the Florida Keys

Architecture, interior design and lush, tropical landscape harmoniously come together to bring a touch of modern style to Key West

Nautical Inspirations Anchor a Breezy Delray Beach Lifestyle

When Florida homeowners Randy and Lennie Smith decided to downsize, they eventually found their dream home on the Intracoastal Waterway in Delray Beach, Fla. “First we sold our large home and then purchased a...

The fluid lines of a figure painting by Ruben Rodriguez titled Alma Compartida bring satisfying juxtaposition to the clean lines of the fireplace. The starkly contrasting hues of a white side chair and black ottoman emit a contemporary aesthetic that complements the artwork. Breathe Velvet Wild Flower drapery fabric from Black Edition and a plush area rug from Stanton Carpet soften the space.

Seaglass Awards Spotlight: Restoration/Renovation

This summer, we are celebrating Florida's top design talents who were recently recognized at the inaugural Seaglass Awards

A Las Olas Penthouse Stuns with Contemporary Style

On the scenic shore of sunset lake in fort Lauderdale’s affluent Las Olas community, this exclusive eight-unit residence project was specifically designed to become an empty-nester couple’s dream come true. And interior designer Nick...

Sweeping Intracoastal views and low-slung seating create a casual, intimate vibe in the family area. Thayer Coggin’s large-scale sofa grouping and Roberta Schilling’s club chairs and a cocktail table anchor atop a sculpted rug from Creative Accents.

Seamless Modern Sophistication Along the Intracoastal

A stunningly modern outlier along Boca Raton’s Intracoastal Waterway, a bold post-tension home is what emerged from the tear-down site of a former Mediterranean-style structure. Designed by architects Rex Nichols and Alex Penna of...

With architecture inspired by a catamaran, this Delray Beach residence features angles that open like a sail, in color tones inspired by the surrounding sand dunes.

Modern Masterpiece in Delray Beach

An all-new oceanfront residence in Delray Beach serves as the ideal backdrop for a beloved art collection

“The backyard features a unique extension that juts out into the ocean, offering expansive water views,” says interior designer Destin Barkley of this massive estate in Grassy Key. “Additionally, there’s a saltwater tidal pond, connected to the Gulf of Mexico, adding to the property’s inherent appeal and making for a peaceful retreat.” The entire site is comprised of 23,913 square feet.

Ample Fun in the Sun at Grassy Key Estate

Complete with a swim-up bar, a lazy river, a putting green, and ample square footage for family and friends, a resort-like compound becomes the ideal vacation retreat

Displayed on a wall in the living area, opposite a leather-tufted bench, is Harry Martinez's encaustic painting, Atonement. The piece is created with hot wax and a blend of pink pigments. "It is somewhere between a painting and a sculpture," he says.

Palazzo Del Sol Condo Captures The View

Symmetrical Elegance, Light Gray-Scale Tones And Timeless Furnishings From Artefacto Come Together In This Contemporary Open Floor Plan In Palazzo Del Sol

After installing oak ceilings and a Molo Design light fixture in her dining room, interior designer Linda Powers incorporated a pair of Dune chairs from Gloster and paired them with B&B Italia Husk chairs around a Cassina table. She found the decorative bowl on a trip to Kyoto.

Modern Coastal Cool in Delray Beach Winter Getaway

A brand-new home in Delray Beach gives a Michigan interior designer and her husband an entirely new perspective

Organic Balances Modern on Palm City’s Riverfront

From its stacked marble street-front facade to its indoor presentation of magnificent reclaimed woods, this newly built 5,000-square-foot Palm City house in the Floridian National Golf Club balances chic modern forms with timeless organic...

American sculptor Louise Nevelson's totems make a bold statement in the stairway hall that opens onto a grand foyer. "Here, we did what we do best," interior designer Jack Fhillips says. "We mixed classic upholstered pieces with some traditional furnishings, contemporary art and antiques."

Nature Rules in Manaplan Home

Colors from the surrounding environment create a sense of calm in this Manalapan manse.

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

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