Outdoor Living Archives - Florida Design

Seating and other items from Knoll, Janus et Cie, and Teak Warehouse make up the furniture selections at the outdoor living room of this Palm Beach residence. Photos courtesy of Ellen Kavanaugh Interiors

Designers Create Places in the Sun

Designers Ellen Kavanaugh and Krista Alterman share their approaches to winning outdoor spaces in two stunning projects

Louvered pergolas can be freestanding or attached to the house as an extension of an existing lanai. They can be equipped with lighting, electronics, fans, and other extras to create a room that stands on its own. “Some of ours are programmed to close automatically when sensing rainfall,” says Knaak, “so everything inside is protected.”

4 Ways to Modernize Landscape Design

From streamlined pergolas to next-generation lighting, here are multiple elements to consider to ensure winning gardens

“Using screens is outdoor room decorating,” says Giampietro. “They separate spaces and can suggest leaving one room and entering the next one.”

Alfresco Allure with Matthew Giampietro

When it comes to memorable outdoor spaces, landscape master Matthew Giampietro makes his own rules

The South Beach collection of outdoor pieces by Tommy Bahama Furniture feels just right

A Place in the Sun

In Florida, beach house-chic style is always in season

Cube by Skyline Design features an intricate pattern shell that lets sunlight and breezes in

Alfresco Flair

In Florida, outdoor living gets more appealing come fall and winter. Here are five fun must-haves for open-air leisure

With impressive views all around, the penthouse terrace makes the most of its position. Designer Sofia Joelsson relied on the outdoor collections of Kingsley-Bate, RH, New Age Cabinets, Renson Outdoor, and Tuuci to outfit the 3,781-square-foot space.

Under the South Beach Sun

A penthouse terrace in South Beach embraces alfresco style to the fullest

Classical statues representing the four seasons are surrounded by white candle bush in a somewhat secret part of the garden, away from the main property.

A Classic Touch in the Garden

Landscape designer Fernando Wong brings his award-winning green thumb to a Palm Beach garden with anglophile sensibilities

Knott freestanding outdoor shower by Magnus Home. Pool_Outdoors_FD32-2E

The Great Outdoors

Ensure that pool deck and all other alfresco spaces are up to par and ready for summer with these five winning discoveries

Alfresco Outdoor Oasis in Old Naples. Photo by Lori Hamilton

A Chic Outdoor Escape in Old Naples

This outdoor oasis gives the green light to alfresco accessorizing. Here are tips to create your own whimsical garden getaway

Gardens purify and humidify the air and help people reconnect to nature. They have also been shown to lower air temperature, which translates to reduced air conditioner capacity. Interior column, VerdeVertical_FD31-3I

A New Leaf with Verde Vertical

No room to make your garden grow? Try going vertical.

Take hanging out to the next level in the Le Jardin Sundure hammock from Garden Fun.

Patio Party

From grilling to chilling, entertaining alfresco never looked so good

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

Eclectic Design and Coastal Comfort Unite In Naples Condo

What better way to ensure your dream home, then to design it yourself? That was interior designer Wendy Berry’s task for her new Kalea Bay condo overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. It’s a contrasting...

Visionary Transitional Design Pushes The Envelope In Naples

Developers, architects and designers hoping to create a client’s dream home don’t always strike a unique note — sometimes fresh inspiration is missing. But with a keen eye for client inclinations and a forward...

Natural Elements Temper Modern Miami Beach Home

When homeowner Mathieu Massa began to build his dream home, he wanted to integrate the structure into the natural landscape. Since the property is located directly on a wide canal in Miami Beach with...

Relaxing with Clima Outdoor

fresh air and natural light provide the perfect backdrop to unwind and engage as Clima Outdoor greets the season with luxurious outdoor furnishings. Empowering statement pieces fill Clima’s long list of trendsetters from around...

Outdoor Style

Searching for that signature piece to transform your outdoor living space into an airy vision of fun, relaxation and entertainment? Fresh designs reflect the moods of today and the inspirations of tomorrow. From timeless...