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
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

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
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
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
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
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.
Black Windsor-style chairs lend a striking visual contrast to the natural wood grain of the kitchen table. A black Arteriors chandelier brings the perfect complement to this cozy space. Awash in natural light, the area is a favorite spot for breakfast and casual family meals.

Mediterranean-Inspired Splendor in Tampa Home

A Mediterranean residence in Tampa’s Bayshore Beautiful enclave undergoes a flawless renovation and emerges triumphant
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

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
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
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

Southwest Florida is Home to Lakewood Ranch

Home buyers looking for the best southwest Florida has to offer in one place need look no further than Lakewood Ranch. Located about 25 minutes from the white-sand beaches of Sarasota, this new home...
Recipient of two regional Aurora awards for custom home building, this house encompasses 6,129 total square feet. A crushed stone drive lined with live oak trees leads to the front entry. Handmade brick steps up to a refined garden space and beyond to the columned portico.

Gulf Coast Estate Imbues Lowcountry Charm

One family’s new forever home recalls a bygone style on Florida’s Gulf Coast
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

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
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
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

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...
Conducive to conversation, a round Minotti dining table framed with R. Hughes leather chairs from Caste Design offers an intimate gathering place for family meals. The Vistosi orb pendant light emulates the moon that glows over the shimmering water vistas at night. Artwork from the Henneckes’ collection creates a vibrant accent.

Modern Waterside Bliss in Tampa Condo

A high-rise condo on Tampa’s Bayshore proves to be the ideal perch for two empty nesters with worldly sensibilities.
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