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The Young residence is on a pedestrian path with a direct view of the Gulf of Mexico.

Exotic Elements Stun in Alys Beach Home

Sexy and edgy, this Alys Beach home surprises with its own moat, a floating pavilion, an imposing tower, and a rooftop terrace with a star of fire

Encased in sparkling glass mosaic tiles, the half-moon pool and its sister spa by Nassau Pools are joined below by a nearly beachside firepit. Enamored with her home, owner Michele Harrison says, “I think we’ll stay!”

Gasparilla Island Home is a Pristine Paradise

Off Florida’s Gulf Coast in the exclusive community of Boca Grande, this home recalls the West Indies with its crisp details.

The textured wall is reminiscent of a pattern Bergmann saw in a Balenciaga campaign. The custom crushed black velvet Gianti sofas complement the home’s Sorhegui Tile floor, and a fuchsia club chair adds a pop of color. The black and gold chandelier’s wave pattern brings movement to the space.

Style Meets Substance in Fort Myers Home

A Fort Myers home takes its design cues from New York’s fashion-forward vibe

Sumptuous Luxury and Comfort Play in Alomar Family Home

Traveling around the world or entertaining at home, high style and luxurious living are always at play for Roberto and Kim Alomar

Central to the living room is the fireplace, which was outfitted with Calacatta Gold marble. “It’s a stone that you will see in historical homes as well as current motif homes, so it is truly timeless,” says designer Michelle Miller.

Retro Revamp for Colonial-Style St. Petersburg Home

A colonial-style home undergoes a historically sensitive renovation and emerges classically revived with vintage furniture and cherished antiques

A brown leather sofa is the grounding element in the front living room. The Moroccan rug was used to anchor the space and add texture. The fireplace was completely redesigned with black slate.

Vintage Charm Abounds in 1920s-Era Bungalow

Interior designer Pamela Harvey breathes new life into a 1920s bungalow in downtown St. Petersburg

Eames fiberglass chairs circle Saarinen’s oval dining table in the casual breakfast area, where a custom banquette fabricated by Stettinius Construction appears to float next to S&W Kitchen Supply’s sleek, white cabinetry.

A Midcentury Modern Muse in Lakeland

It’s magic when one couple collaborates with a designer to create their forever home in Lakeland

Interior designer Natalie Konstant grouped four Freya Lounge chairs by Formation in this great room area so those seated could watch television or swivel the other way and enjoy the water views.

Inside an Idyllic Island Retreat in Boca Grande

A father-and-daughter design team delivers a true florida retreat in Boca Grande with future generations in mind

The new first-floor lobby will be an open, light-filled space with minimalist architectural details that bring the museum the “leaping into the future” feel the museum’s board and trustees were looking to achieve. Rendering courtesy of Straughn Trout Architects

Vision on View at The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art

Set to debut this fall, an expansion at the newly named Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art by the firm responsible for its original design is sure to steer the Lakeland landmark into the future

A chic conversation cluster in the sitting room centers around a red marble cocktail table by Antoni Pallejà for RS Barcelona, surrounded by cobalt blue swivel chairs with fuchsia welting by Jhon Ortiz for Tailored Hom

Vibrant Hyde Park Home Hits All the Right Tones

Now drenched in rich, saturated colors, a 1927 home in Tampa’s Hyde Park is transformed with vivacious textures and modern silhouettes

“They wanted something very cushy,” says Blackshaw of the lounge room’s furniture. “We used a cloud-like leather sectional that you just sink into.” The bouclé pillows and armchair emphasize comfort. The organic coffee table is handmade. William McLure paintings tell the home’s color story.

Timeless Transformation in Tampa Home

A traditional home in Tampa leans into a contemporary aesthetic with sprinkles of fashion and art

Interior designer Rob Bowen combined several rooms to create this large lounge that overlooks a rooftop deck. For a year, he says, the room had bare white walls—until inspiration struck and he installed this gold-leafed horsehair wall covering.

Bold Bronze Touches Bring the Glamour in St. Petersburg

A designer’s own home in downtown St. Petersburg glistens with layers of style

Belleair Beach Home is the Epitome of Luxury

With a collaborative effort and immeasurable talent, design and architecture come together to create a new Belleair Beach home reminiscent of a luxury resort

Architecture for Art’s Sake on Longboat Key

A creatively conceived winter oasis on Longboat Key ups the ante on modernism, a style for which the shores surrounding Sarasota are celebrated

The great room’s seating area features a white Christian Liaigre cocktail table that echoes the clean lines of a white sectional. A vibrant painting complements a pair of Holly Hunt velvet swivel chairs, and an adjacent wine room visually connects to the space.

Modern Sensibilities Elevate West Florida Family Home

A sprawling family compound along the Manatee River embodies Old-Florida elegance with a modernist approach

When open, the middle section of the home at the top of the stairs ensures breezes flow throughout the residence. The wood-clad wing with smaller windows on the right is where the house’s bedrooms are located.

Inside Architect Jason Jensen’s St. Petersburg Home

The breeze-centric layout of Florida’s 19th-century dogtrot shacks inspire the design of Jason Jensen's waterside residence in St. Petersburg

A contemporary fireplace with a floor-to-ceiling Sahara Noir stone wall from Florim replaced a former tapestry wall and transformed the formal living room into a sophisticated “chat room.” Reiterating the home’s California-chic tone, swivel chairs by designer Rene Cazares upholstered in a luxe cream performance fabric complement a pair of circular cocktail tables.

Bonita Springs Home Feels Fresh and Modern

Guided by their interior designer and builder, a Florida couple embraces the challenge of a full-scale home renovation in Bonita Springs

A wave of Presario’s unpolished Lumen White stone from Hadinger wraps the walls in cool comfort. Pulling up to SunMac’s leather-finished quartzite countertop, Brownstone’s sand-blasted teak “Beach” barstools bring the warmth.

Keeping it Casual in Bonita Springs Oceanside Home

Coastal elements come alive with organic textures that embody comfort and exude tranquility

The designer’s inspiration for an intimate seating area in the living room stems from the comfort of one of American artist Hunt Slonem’s famed “Bunnies” paintings. A pair of Bernhardt lounge chairs join CTH | Sherrill’s transitional slab cocktail table, while a vintage clamshell from Brocante completes the coastal setting.

St. Petersburg Home Channels Greek-Mediterranean Cool

Crafting a Mediterranean design that feels young and vivacious appears effortless in this classic St. Petersburg home, where comfort and entertaining are in focus

Emtek cabinet hardware and an Arteriors fixture over the island accentuate the kitchen’s elegant design. Global Views barstools bring a sleek black finish to the space. A Phillip Jeffries wallcovering backdrops the dining room’s dynamic wine wall.

Modern Style Abounds in Dade City Interim Residence

As their home gets built in Dade City, a couple enjoys a temporary residence that blends contemporary sentiments with Old-Florida charm

Massive Haiku ceiling fans keep the tropical breezes flowing on the patio, where outdoor fire features provide glowing places for guests to gather on a chilly evening. Kartell barstools pull up poolside, while on the upper level, outdoor furnishings by Manutti shape social groupings near the open-air kitchen and bar.

Cape Coral Home Reimagines Modern Style

A Forward-Thinking, Risk-Taking Client And A Fearless Designer, Who Is Willing And Able To Try Anything, Join Forces To Add Unique Curves To Edgy Modern Design

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