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Near this Le Ciel penthouse’s kitchen, a high-gloss Venetian plaster spiral staircase by Royston Architectural Elements brings graceful form to the room’s modern linear aesthetic. Polished gray-veined Dekton porcelain countertop surfaces contrast richly against custom-stained rift-cut oak cabinetry.

Top-Floor Panache in Naples Penthouse

A penthouse high above Naples’ Gulf Shore Boulevard takes design to the next level with custom detailing and splendid views

The kitchen’s twin islands appear to float atop walnut-stained cerused oak and plinth supports clad in textured copper. Visual Comfort lighting fixtures illuminate the marble surfaces, which are heavily veined in a deep wine hue. Fluted tambour wood panels trim the perimeter.

Refined Luxury Defines Aqualane Shores Home

In Naples’ Aqualane Shores, a stellar team delivers a bespoke family home customized for entertaining

The beach-inspired foyer sets a serene tone with sandy white oak floors, a sky-inspired Stark stair runner, and a two-story beaded chandelier from Currey & Company. White paneled walls and a barrel-vaulted ceiling enhance impressionist paintings by local artist Janine Wesselmann.

Coastal Charm and Modern Elegance Merge in Old Naples

Drawing inspiration from The Hamptons, two seasoned designers merge coastal charm and modern elegance in an Old Naples family home

The great room prioritizes sweeping panoramic views of the native landscape along with the property’s water features. Centered beneath a floating reversed-soffit ceiling feature, Roche Bobois’ ultra-modern furnishings generate a chic French vibe.

Bespoke Opulence Defines Naples Winter Retreat

Custom architecture and design details bring bespoke character to a sprawling residence in a Naples golf community

“The homeowners’ primary goal was to craft the ultimate Florida vacation retreat,” says designer Maite Granda. “They wanted a true haven where they could unwind, entertain loved ones, and escape the demands of their lives up north.” The dining room houses a circular table and chairs from Artefacto and a light fixture by Peralta Vidavi. An artwork that recalls the ocean leads us into the room.

Beachside Bliss in Bonita Beach Home

After a rocky renovation process, a veteran designer brings coastal modernity to a sprawling home on Bonita Beach

Hlevel Architecture founders Brandt and Michaela Henning in the dining area of their Naples residence. Behind them, the kitchen features stained oak cabinetry and a custom shell stone island.

At Home with Architects Brandt and Michaela Henning

Architects Brandt and Michaela Henning’s Naples home is attuned to both the environment and modernist style

When selecting furnishings, interior designer Siamak Mostoufi consciously considered light, texture, space, shape, and color, as he does with all his projects. In the living room, one of his favorite pieces is the Sierra chair by Croft House: “Plush cushions are nested in a thin metal frame suspended from black and white jute webbing; the look definitely speaks to the casual beach house vibe.” Along with a sofa from RH, the chairs surround a steel coffee table, also from Croft House.

Old Naples Winter Retreat Sets the Bar

In Old Naples, a European homeowner’s expectations for a winter retreat are exceeded thanks to her design team’s layered approach

In the great room, a row of sliding glass doors gives way to a veranda with sweeping views of the pool and the beach. At one end, a pair of 8-foot custom bookcases showcases the couple’s prized book collection, while window treatments in green fabric delicately frame the unobstructed views. According to the designers, the focal wall was designed around the tones and scale of the artwork hanging above the fireplace.

Marco Island Home Exudes Gulf Grandeur

On a coveted stretch of Marco Island’s Hideaway Beach, a stately vacation home undergoes a pitch-perfect renovation that yields timeless elegance

Ocean views never fail to entice family and guests onto the terrace for relaxing mornings and late afternoon entertaining. Dedon’s teal and seafoam woven wicker outdoor tables and lounge chairs provide ample seating around a Serena & Lily white tree-root coffee table.

Naples Sky Residence is an Ocean-Inspired Oasis

Deep and light ocean tones ensure an ethereal vibe in an elegant sky residence on Naples’ Gulf Shore Boulevard

Interior designer and showroom owner Judith Liegeois is one of the Gulf Coast’s most popular design professionals

At Home with Designer Judith Liegeois

Designer Judith Liegeois gives beloved furnishings and artworks new purpose at her Naples residence in Lake Park

Vanguard Furniture’s Lucca sectional was chosen to complement the recessed wall detail the design team created for the great room. Book-matched porcelain tiles surround the fireplace. A nearby conversation area with chairs from Fairfield and a freeform coffee table from Four Hands make good use of the space.

Homegrown Style in Naples’ Pelican Bay

Naples’ vibrant light and beach colors inform the look and feel of a couple’s transitional-meets-mid-century-modern house in Pelican Bay

Prince, acrylic paint, markers, modeling paste, gold pigment, 24-karat gold leaf, charcoal, photos, and epoxy. “Every brushstroke in this piece carries my admiration for Prince’s fearless creativity,” says Sara Kissing. “This painting is a tribute not only to his artistry but also to the way he shaped my own creative journey.”

Star Quality with Artist Sara Kissing

Gulf Coast artist Sara Kissing’s multimedia paintings of music and movie idols find a home at Clive Daniel

The great room’s vaulted 27-foot ceiling, with stained beams and white tongue-and-groove detailing, imbues the space with a sense of grandeur. A custom Jeremy Cole chandelier, inspired by the organic form of an aloe blossom, crowns the room, accentuating its fresh, neutral palette.

Inside an Elegant Naples Tropical Transitional Home

Vast open spaces define the airy aesthetic of a transitional beachside home in Naples

At the canal level, the back of the house features a fire pit and custom concrete seating fabricated by Nvrnmt. A white balloon-animal-shaped Attackle Bench from Fatboy balances durability with personality, while outdoor pieces from CB2 and Four Hands round out the space.

Contemporary Seagate Residence is a Calm Canvas

At Seagate in Naples, a vacation home makes a case for restraint with serene design that puts the focus on fine craftsmanship and materials

Bold accents, including a Palecek chandelier, Vanguard Furniture ottoman, and Arteriors cocktail table, provide a punch to the mostly white living area. Esposito used natural elements—like wood, stone, coco shells, and leather—to give the room a timeless quality.

Natural Nuances Abound in Kalea Bay Condo

Organic shapes and natural textures make for a wonderfully layered winter home in North Naples's Kalea Bay

In the home’s two-story great room, clever style touches include fringe trim on the Vanguard Furniture sofas, bright pink fabric upholstery on the club chairs, and a lattice pattern on the pillows that recalls the design of the upstairs railing.

Sanibel Island Home Exudes Coastal Character

In Sanibel Island, a house renovation leans into tropical style with vibrant color moments and sophisticated beach house vibes

“We designed the living room as an elegant, open gathering space,” says Young. “The pops of green on the cushions reflect the landscape outside.”

Q&A with Designers Fadia Bechara and Carleen Young

Two Gulf Coast design pros come together to deliver a Lake Park home rooted in wellness and connected to nature

A view into the living room reveals the home’s soaring ceilings and an upper level showcasing a massive painting by Hubert Dziedzic that creates a thoughtful connection between tradition and modern expression. White pendants by Flos balance the scale and proportion between the staircase and the elevator.

Clean Lines and a Crisp Palette Refine Naples Home

Once the stars aligned, a couple tapped a trusted designer to deliver a Moorings vacation home attuned to structure, light, and landscape

Art by Gwen Hardie and a Sequoia stool-pouf by Fredericia adorn the hallway that leads to the primary bedroom.

Pelican Bay Condo Radiates Elegant Warmth

A Pelican Bay condo residence tells its design story with colors and textures inspired by its surroundings

Soaring ceilings and a sweeping staircase highlight the grandeur in this elegant Fort Myers home. The grand piano infuses dramatic contrast into the neutral palette expressed through a pedestal table from CFC and ottomans upholstered in a pale blue Cowtan & Tout fabric.

Timeless Tropical Elegance Warms Fort Myers Home

In Fort Myers, a savvy design trio delivers a timeless family residence defined by order and warmth

Designed with entertaining in mind, the open layout of this Naples condo residence encourages easy movement between the living areas, kitchen, and lounge. “The bar and lounge area was conceived as a natural pause point where conversations can begin before dinner and linger long after,” says designer L.A. DeRiggi.

North Naples Condo Balances Architectural Prowess and Relaxed Livability

Spatial flow, curated art, and a precise lighting strategy lend contemporary style to a bayside condo in North Naples