Florida Homes Archives

A coffered ceiling brings architectural interest to the library, along with built-in shelving that arches over a mint green sofa from Rowe and a custom upholstered ottoman. A Pierre Frey mural wallpaper continues from the hallway, adding a rich layer of pattern.

Snell Isle Home Boasts Timeless Flourish

In St. Petersburg, rich textures, confident color, and bespoke detailing come together in a Snell Island residence designed to grow more beautiful with each passing year

In the living room, the sofas are of Solomon’s design, while the day bed, upholstered in long pony hair, is an original piece by Charlotte Perriand, the pioneering French designer celebrated for her modernist furniture. Per the designer’s suggestion, the painting on the wall was inverted to display its more interesting back side.

Grand Simplicity in Colonial-Inspired Coral Gables Residence

In a Coral Gables waterfront estate, a seasoned designer leans into his curated brand of restraint with custom furniture, antique originals, and refined proportions

The grand living room is anchored with Studio Piet Boon’s Derk sofas and carved marble coffee tables by Francesco Balzano. A custom mural by En-Viu pays homage to the Central Florida alligators and plant life surrounding the residence.

Inside a Central Florida Retreat Inspired by the Everglades

A Central Florida home balances the Baroque components of its architecture with the rustic beauty of its wetland setting

The furnishings and materials in the living room create warmth and intimacy while allowing the natural light and sight lines throughout the home to remain the focus. The fireplace surround was fabricated from a precast material with a limestone façade. The Champagne Cobble brick above it was selected for its vintage look. Crafted from oak and finished in a rich stain, the built-in shelves display cherished accessories, books, and mementos.

Q&A with Winter Park Designer Ashley Martin

Moody earth tones and warm, layered textures infuse old soul into a newly built home in Windermere

The residence’s ground floor ceiling peaks at over 20 feet, then eases into a more intimate plane as you move toward the water. Floor-to-ceiling black steel sliding panels retract completely, dissolving indoor/outdoor boundaries. Sleek Minotti furnishings include a low-slung ivory sofa, sculptural swivel chairs, and a reflective glass-and-bronze cocktail table.

Miami Beach Home is An Unfolding Design Story

Thoughtfully designed to reveal itself one space at a time, a waterfront retreat in Miami Beach pairs sophisticated architecture with the effortless indoor/outdoor lifestyle that defines South Florida

A verdantly landscaped courtyard offers one of the property’s most distinctive areas, anchored by a sculptural Moróro fire pit surrounded by woven club chairs. The adjacent ping-pong table is ideal for matches when the weather is right.

Sunset Islands Backyard Brings Resort Living Home

A Sunset Islands backyard is transformed into a series of hotel-inspired outdoor spaces where architecture and landscape become one

Nero Marquina marble flooring anchors the dining room and serves as a contrast to other textures, mainly the custom wallcovering and blond oak millwork. Nuevo Living chairs upholstered in green velvet surround a dining table by Made by Moniomi. Pendants by Gabriel Scott introduce a slight industrial vibe in the room.

Pinecrest Family Home Balances Elegance and Comfort

In Pinecrest, a seasoned design team relies on refined materials, modern forms, and personal storytelling to deliver a stylish and timeless family home

The living and dining areas of the residence were designed as one continuous space where both coexist naturally while still maintaining their intended functions. Maritza Caneca’s artworks perfectly capture the essence of Miami with color and light.

Contemporary Design Shines in a Compact Brickell Apartment

“Size is not a defining factor of impact,” says Rodolfo Pomini. “When a space is designed with clarity and intention, even a compact footprint...

The living room is the spatial heart of the main floor, anchored with a photographic artwork by Ana González that reinforces the home’s immersive connection to nature. A caramel-toned velvet sofa from RH, a sculptural wood-and-resin cocktail table from Espasso, leather lounge chairs from Poliform, and an organically inspired chair from Giorgetti are grounded by an area rug from Hechizoo.

Golden Beach Home is a Study in Tropical Modernism

Tropical modernism finds its warmest expression in a Golden Beach residence where every room opens to water, light, and verdant landscapes

Celebrating 81 Years of Miami Modern Design

Eighty-one years after its arrival, the bold optimism of Miami Modern (MiMo) design remains as relevant as ever

To balance the immense volume of the 20,000-square-foot residence’s main salon, designer Michael Wolk paired tailored Minotti seating with Maxalto chairs and a sculptural black Luminaire bench. The homeowners’ personal cocktail table anchors the central grouping, while in the background, a massive 12-person dining table from David Sutherland commands the room beneath a striking Smartline chandelier.

Modernist Grandeur in a Sunny Isles Beach Penthouse

A four-story penthouse in Sunny Isles Beach embraces its openness and grandeur with modernist design that reveres proper scale

“The curved shape of the living area was challenging when it came to furnishing the space,” says designer Isabelle Peribere. “We opted for the curved Pianoalto sofa by Zanotta because it hugs the room and the Sherwood e Robin chandelier by Karman, a statement piece with personality that doesn’t block the views in any way.”

Q&A with Mauricio Salazar and Isabelle Peribere

Architect Mauricio Salazar and designer Isabelle Peribere discuss the sinuous layout of a sky residence in Miami Beach

Designed around an L-shaped floor plan by architect Cesar Molina, the residence opens onto a resort-inspired outdoor environment where the pool, covered terraces, and tropical landscape form the heart of the home, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. A Tesla Solar Roof system supports both sustainability and resilience without compromising the architecture.

Ponce-Davis Home Boasts Bespoke Sophistication

In Miami’s Ponce-Davis neighborhood, a custom residence leans into design that celebrates craftsmanship and nature

Photo courtesy of Christopher Cawley Landscape Architecture

Seaglass Awards 2026: The Best of Outdoor Living

Florida Design’s annual recognition of design and architecture excellence throughout the state celebrates its fourth edition in 2026

Seaglass Awards 2026: The Best of Contemporary Design

Florida Design’s annual recognition of design and architecture excellence throughout the state celebrates its fourth edition in 2026

The entrance to Core’s at-home design studio (formerly her guest house) is flanked on either side by confederate jasmine that blooms in spring and summer

Inside Designer Shani Core’s Backyard Design Studio

Shani Core transforms her Palm Beach Gardens guest house into a living portfolio of her designs

The living room features a coral stone fireplace accented with fine fluting at the lower portion for textural appeal. Built-in shelves flank the artwork centered behind a Poltrona Frau sofa. The abstract painting inspired the subtle orange hues of a pair of Avenue Road lounge chairs and the gold-finished rattan pendants by Hudson Valley Lighting.

Palm Beach Home Reimagines Historic Coastal Style

On the north end of Palm Beach island, a newly built residence makes the most of open spaces and natural light

“The ceiling details and arches inside the home are all original but they were painted white, so nobody really noticed them,” says Joy. “We enhanced them with a plaster finish to highlight the architecture. That was one of the changes that really grounded the space.”

Designer Creates an Elegant Duality at Home

At home in Coral Gables, Miami designer Justin Joy balances the utilitarian needs of his family with the refined modernism he loves

Seaglass Awards 2026: The Best of Traditional/Transitional Design

Florida Design’s annual recognition of design and architecture excellence throughout the state celebrates its fourth edition in 2026

Because the main living area of the home is so large, designer Kate Abt created a couple of sitting nooks for quiet moments. On the wall, colorful surfboards by Kerri Rosenthal reveal the family’s love for the sport.

Cocoa Beach Vacation Home is a Surfer’s Paradise

Water pursuits are given their due at a Cocoa Beach vacation home

The residence is raised 10 feet off the ground to accommodate storm surge while improving exposure to the southeasterly trade winds. Louvered screens help protect and shade glass exposures while preserving the immersive views. The dwelling embraces natural daylight and cross-ventilation to further connect the occupants to the outdoors.

Key Largo Residence is a Climate-Conscious Design Marvel

On a quiet stretch of coastline in upper Key Largo, a new build embraces site-driven, climate-conscious design, relying on bold structural expression and honest materials