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D E S I G N D I S PAT C H The little black book of all things new and fabulous in the local community.
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LAUNCH The latest textiles and wallpapers by Alessandra Branca satisfy major wanderlust.
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This perfect setting has always been among the most coveted along Jupiter Island’s prime oceanfront, though beachfront sites had become so rare, few believed a new project could be realized. Now SeaGlass, Jupiter Island, in the Village of Tequesta, will soon be developed between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway located just south of Hobe Sound. Surrounded to the north and south by Coral Cove Parks with protected 360-degree views assured, Fontainebleau Development’s stunning residential offering is a once in a lifetime opportunity. The anticipated completion of SeaGlass, Jupiter Island is Fall 2022.
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Expansive Seaside Residences of Unprecedented Design Now Under Construction Ten stories comprise only twenty-one ultra-luxurious condominium residences with 360-degree views, forever unobstructed, over the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal and Jupiter Island. Interiors by New Yorkbased Champalimaud Design reflect the intriguing idea that good design begins with an exceptional story. In this case, “the story” is Jupiter Island. Champalimaud has chosen to tell it with a deft use of innovative materials and contemporary ideas; every return home leads through a private elevator foyer into the ultimate experience of living on the oceanfront. ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE SELLER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS, MAKE REFERENCE TO THIS BROCHURE AND TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A SELLER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. This project has been filed in the State of Florida and no other state. This is not an offer to sell or solicitation of offers to buy the condominium units in states where such offer or solicitation cannot be made. Prices and availability are subject to change at any time without notice. This is a limited time offer. Developer may withdraw offering at any time. We are pledged to the letter and spirit of the US Policy for achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program
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On Miami’s exclusive Fisher Island, residences at the new condominium development Palazzo Della Luna are appointed with furnishings by the Italian leather house Poltrona Frau. Known for its custom Ferrari and Maserati interiors, it feels (and smells) like you’ve stepped into an exotic supercar. Standouts include a library lounge complete with a black-oak Lloyd bookcase lined with saddle Camello leather and vivid orange shelving; bedrooms appointed with upholstered dressers and bedside tables swathed in Pelle Frau and saddle leather and crowned with Canaletto walnut and Calacatta marble; and a family room anchored by an Isidoro bar cabinet lined in saddle leather (right) that recalls Hollywood’s Golden Age. Residents can luxuriate in amenities like a waterfront lounge with a butler-serviced aperitivo bar and a beauty salon, among others. palazzodellaluna.com
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Real or fake? You're sure to ask that question upon spotting CFA Design Group’s gorgeous faux-real flowers, trees and botanical creations. The lifelike, modern designs can be found everywhere from Eighty Seven Park and Porsche Design Tower to the lobby of the Brightline West Palm Beach. “The industry has changed over the past 10 years, with more manufacturers ditching the old silk florals and exploring materials that not only look hyperrealistic— even including artificial pollen on the flowers—but also feel real,” posits owner Adrian Garcia, who believes in using elements charged with Mother Nature’s energy. “We love to find unique vessels, like hand-blown glass from Poland and Mexico, handmade hammered bowls from India, and teak and onyx vases.” Trending now: bonsai. Notes Garcia, “We recently started educating ourselves in the art of bonsai and we’ve done almost every style, from trailing to cascading, with artificial plants.” cfadesigngroup.com
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The term “mass production” does not exist in Sophia Passerini’s vocabulary. The native Venetian owns Passerini Luxury Interiors in Jupiter, which launched in London in 2012 and relocated to Florida in 2019; it’s filled with a rare mix of pieces from her bespoke line and custom or hard-to-find items sourced from exclusive collections and cherished artisans in Italy. Here, Passerini reveals how the past has shaped her career in interior design. passerini.com Why do you refer to your services as “home couture”? Home couture recalls the concept of haute couture taken from the Parisian high-fashion tradition but transferred to the home interiors world. The artisans I use in Italy are the most highly skilled in the market. Tell us about your new home linen collection, Marsaria. In Venice, there is an island, Burano, that is famous for its laces, which inspired me to launch my own line of linens. The collection puts together three pillars of luxury: materials, craftsmanship and customization. Our materials are the most refined percales and sateens, both in cotton and in other fabrics such as silks and cashmere. Each set is made to measure for the client’s bed, dining table or bathroom, and we can fulfill any request.
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What are the Italian experiences you offer clients? Before the pandemic, we organized special trips to Italy with clients of large-scale residential projects who were looking to source materials directly from where they originated. We traveled to quarries in Carrara and other workshops where clients can see and choose exactly what they’d like for their home and meet the artisans. During the week, we’d surround our clients with beauty and art, along with amazing food and wine, for an unforgettable experience. I miss this so much, and hopefully, we can start doing it again when it’s safe to resume travel.
Who: Reyna Noriega, a Miami-based, Black and Afro-Latina visual artist, author and educator who works across a variety of mediums, among them graphic design, pattern and product design, digital illustration, painting, murals and photography. What: Through simplified shapes and forms in bold and vibrant shades, she portrays figures of people of color, architectural spaces, and landscapes. Along with selling her prints and canvases, Noriega collaborated with UNWRP in 2019 to bring her art to gift wrap, throw pillows and greeting cards. She has done editorial work with the The New York Times and collaborations with Apple, Adobe, Netflix and Saks Fifth Avenue, to name a few.
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Why: Her multidisciplinary practice is devoted to highlighting and uplifting women. Through layers of paint and pixels, Noriega offers a window into her life, telling stories inspired by her culture and relating experiences in which women can recognize themselves, and feel represented and empowered. In her words: “It’s always been my goal to find a way to bring joy to people’s lives and help them realize all the joy that is already there. By highlighting these women that are often overlooked and misrepresented it helps to shine a light on them, uplift and empower. The idea of a young girl going to a museum and being able to see images that reflect her, it fills me.”
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The new Moda Domus tabletop line includes a full collection of Fiorito ceramic ware, doublerimmed scalloped linens, Murano glassware and candlesticks.
When Lauren Santo Domingo founded the online luxury retailer Moda Operandi in 2010, it was clothes and shoes—not place mats and flatware—that got her pulse racing. Fast forward to today, and Santo Domingo, a passionate connoisseur of beautiful china, glassware and table linens, has come to embrace her decidedly more “domestic side.” The fashion executive recently debuted Moda Domus, a tabletop collection for Moda Operandi that reflects a love of relaxed yet elegant entertaining. Luxe caught up with the stylish entrepreneur sheltering at home with her family in Southampton. What’s your new normal like these days? In the city, I used to love going out for coffee before heading to the office. Now, I make my own coffee and sip it wandering in my garden, often in my slippers. I haven’t worn heels in nine months. I bought my first sweatsuits, one from Cotton Citizen and a cashmere one from Madeleine Thompson. Though I can’t help but think of what Karl Lagerfeld said about how wearing sweatpants was like giving up on life! Ha! Although, it looks like you’ve found a creative outlet in flower arranging. Completely. I’ve gotten really into growing
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flowers and floristry. I used to measure my seasons through fashion, and now I’m marking time based on what flowers are coming in, whether it’s hellebores or lily of the valley or sweet peas. I’ve been buying antique vases and vessels from auction sites. So, how did you develop your interest in tabletop? It actually started with the business. As Moda grew internationally, we began having special dinners for designers and top clients. We put a lot of effort into our tables and decor, and the response was amazing. The next day people would be asking me, “Where can I get this?” I also enjoyed the creativity. Designing the tables felt much more satisfying than simply putting on something to wear. Describe the inspiration. I love heritage pieces that feel like something passed down or collected. I would say I’m very inspired by my mother in law, who is very elegant and entertains beautifully. She and her friends have incredible collections of porcelain and silver from a range of makers and countries. Does that sentiment show up in the Fiorito ceramics? Yes, it’s a pattern I saw at auction based on an 18th-century
Italian design. We found the original manufacturers and asked them to remake the pattern for us in pieces our clients would use today. Each piece is handpainted in Emilia-Romagna. Tell us about the Murano glassware. I’ve spent a lot of time in Venice collecting vintage Murano glass. The wine glasses with the swirled stem are based on an antique set I own from the turn of the century. The original glasses are smaller, almost the size of cordial glasses; we’ve updated them to modern scale. How do you envision the collection being used? Everybody has the gilt china and fabulous wine glasses they got as wedding gifts. But how often do they ever use them? This is much more casual— the way I like to entertain. It’s perfect for a lunch or casual dinner. I don’t use finger bowls or have butlers behind every chair, so why would I want an ornate and formal table setting? Let’s say you’ve arranged your table in the country with Moda Domus settings. What are your guests wearing? Hmmm. I could see them wearing a great knit sweater, a perfectly tailored trouser and a small heel. Casual but sophisticated.
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Get in the Grove THE LATEST CASA BRANCA COLLECTION EVOKES THE NOSTALGIC LUXURY OF WOODLAND RETREATS. W R I T T E N BY G R AC E B E U L E Y H U N T P H O T O G R A P H Y BY C Y N T H I A LY N N
Alessandra Branca walks us through her Chicago atelier, where one room is covered in her new Audrey wallpaper in Cerise & Loden and the sofa is upholstered in Garda Mohair in Mushroom. “I happen to love pattern play,” remarks the designer.
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Get Alessandra Branca talking about color and the pace becomes waltz-like, her voice honeyed. As she walks me through the luscious palettes of Into the Woods, the second collection from her eponymous home brand, Casa Branca, I decide to abandon my interview prompts and just enjoy. We begin in a sea of mossy green swatches, a colorway she describes as “a play on the classics but updated with pops of acid.” Next, we’re onto pairings of powder blue and chocolate brown. “I love ying-yang, male-female coloring,” she exclaims. “We never see enough of this combination, and it’s so chic and wonderful!” And finally, we move into reds, a signature hue of the designer’s. “It’s fun; it’s pop; it’s cool,” she muses, adding, “Red keeps you coming back.” As with Branca’s first collection, the designs—which span fabric, wallpaper and a growing breadth of home furnishings and accessories—are meant to be mixed and matched, interwoven with future collections and shopped by color story. They’re also deeply influenced by travel. This round, the designer drew inspiration from a fantasy brief particularly well-suited to the times.
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“I love Italy’s Sudtirol, and I’ve been wanting to do an old Tyrolean-style, A-frame mountain house in a fresh way,” she says. “The question of ‘What can I do to update that lifestyle?’ is really what this collection is about.” Such pointed wanderlust resulted in patterns like Verdure Camo, a riff on the popular 17th-century hunting tapestries that Branca reimagined and spunked up by fusing traditional motifs with camouflage, and Audrey, a 19th-century archive print reimagined with bulbous blooms of exaggerated scale and named after Little Shop of Horrors’ leading character. Rounding out the collection, a medley of Branca takes on faux bois, tartan, stripes and peacock marble, as well as solids in teddy-like mohair, creamy cotton velvet and stalwart linen, create a cocooning ethos that does seem to tap into some primordial, back-to-thewoods version of luxury.
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Casa Branca’s Into the Woods debut includes (left, from top) Audrey in Bolzano, Umbra in Bolzano and Giordano Camo performance fabric in Bolzano. The collection’s earthy palette, shown on the mood board above, was inspired by the northern Italian city of Bolzano.
Fortunately, the still repose of the past year didn’t hinder the designer—who describes a perfect Saturday as one spent amidst a stack of books—from developing the second installment of Casa Branca (available now) in the throes of the pandemic, not to mention, successfully launching the brand
last June. “I didn’t have to go far,” she says. “I literally walked around my life. That’s where this all came from.” Inspiration begetting inspiration, I begin researching the Italian part of Tyrol I knew little about before meeting Branca—and aching to redecorate.
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Reflecting on my personal aesthetic begins with memories of my mom’s colorful outfits and red lipstick. I grew up in a world of color and pattern—French, African and Far East Asian influences. At home, there were art and sculptures, such as the pair of elegant felines that live in my living room today. There were textiles, like the chinoiserie print with golden threads on the formal living room sofa. I remember the effortless mix—not expensive or formal, but unique and just right. Growing up in New Orleans, you learn being different can be a badge of honor. I am unabashedly a girly-girl. My mom used to dress me in ruffles, pinafores, lace socks and shiny patent leather shoes. With my Coke-bottle glasses, you can imagine it was quite a sight. After my time in college known as the “sweatpants era” and a start in finance I classify as the “how boring can this suit be” period, I began a return to my true innate spirit. Fashion and decor were the ways to express my creativity within the confines of my gray pinstripesuit world. Perhaps the white Phillip Lim dress with the 3D flowers, high-heel patent leather Mary Janes and black tights weren’t exactly office attire, but I didn’t let that stop me from strutting down the halls and turning a few heads. My passion for the decorative arts and design shone through my home decor during that formative time. I had eight apartments in 15 years just to redecorate. Crazy, but so much fun! I played—a Hershey’s chocolate dining room in my Midtown place, peacock blue-painted walls and ceiling in the Uptown bedroom, and even the perfect white in my highrise bachelorette pad. I spent years experimenting on myself—a big reason why I am unafraid to be bold in my work today.
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Billy Ceglia in the sitting room of his client’s home in Armonk, New York.
Billy Ceglia True inherent style is an unerring and unapologetic point of view that can be translated into every aspect of an individual’s life. It informs everything the possessor does and has—from the way they answer the phone, welcome you into their home, dress, and of course, decorate their living spaces. In my own homes, I try to create a sense of ease and comfort to welcome guests—adopting small details like leaving the door unlocked and arranging empty hangers in the coat closet for their garments. I have a “help yourself ” attitude when it comes to refreshments or anything in my home. If you need it, it’s yours for the taking. Since I adhere to such a tight design lexicon of simple materials and shapes, and a relatively limited color palette, it has jokingly been said that my favorite color is “plain”—and I happily own that. While I appreciate the ornate and complex, my personal preference always circles back to a level of simplicity with a touch of the unexpected or tongue-in-cheek. It could be a few books with funny titles, such as Avery Monsen’s All My Friends Are Dead (a particular favorite), or a subtly subversive piece of art in an otherwise sober room. These same details are also a part of my wardrobe. What appears to be a classic menswear pattern could be made up of thousands of cartoon mice, or the lining of a jacket could be painted with illustrations from Albert Lamorisse’s The Red Balloon, with a secret message under the collar to “follow me.” Similar to my streamlined fashion choices, my interiors are filled with simple and practical fabrics, tailored furniture and timeless details that reflect an enduring point of view. This leaves room for my personality, which is neither “plain” nor uncomplicated!
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It never occurred to me that my box of a city condo would become a homey shrine to my collection of eccentric things. A decade ago, I was in my early 20s, flailing in the aftermath of the recession and searching for a place to buy when my mom sold my childhood home. The panging feeling of my foundation being uprooted while simultaneously my family having no home of our own stuck with me. I think it’s why, despite my dreams of moving into an iconic San Francisco Victorian, I remain in my developer-built flat. As a result, a big part of how my style manifests is working within limitations. I like testing and pushing boundaries to see how many colors and patterns a room can handle before it feels uncomfortable. When I allowed myself to use my home as a canvas for experimentation, a new part of my creative brain unlocked. I found a 19th-century French sideboard to use as a bar and installed modern built-ins around it marrying my home’s modern lines with my love of antiquity. With decorative artist Caroline Lizarraga, I created a “conspicuous camouflage” mural on the walls with gilded brush lines. Then I had the idea for cartoonish tapestry-inspired blobby drapes and collaborated with artist Isa Beniston to bring funny dragons and lions to life in my windows. A defining moment early in my career was when I read that one of the ottoman seats in a room designed by Ken Fulk on a magazine cover was sourced from Costco. I thought, “His projects have budgets I can barely imagine, but he chose to leave that piece in!” It reaffirmed my principles: Keep what you love, work with things that don’t need replacement, put nothing on a pedestal and check your humility.
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I’ll never forget the excitement when a bag of hand-me-downs from Wendy, a family friend, would appear on our kitchen table. On one occasion, the bag contained a powder pink tracksuit, the kind popular in the ’80s, and a far departure from the smocked Laura Ashley or appliqued Florence Eiseman dresses I normally donned for a special event. Ready for my best friend’s birthday party, I descended our staircase channeling my inner Wendy in the ensemble—my mousy brown hair newly coiffed with bangs and big glasses. Cloaked in the confidence of looking and feeling great, in my mind, I had arrived. Growing up in Lake Forest, Illinois, where architect David Adler was the patron saint and understated elegance reigned supreme, I was raised to appreciate the relaxed formality of my parents, my grandmother and their friends. While their homes were beautifully decorated, if you looked hard enough you would find an element of humor and whimsy. From miniature model rooms tucked within a library bookshelf and ladybug wallpaper adorning a formal powder room to miles of chintz covering windows and chairs, these houses reflected the confident ease of lives well lived and taught me to appreciate patina over polish. Real style does not seek the approval of others. It is the creative expression of those who possess it and have the confidence and joie de vivre to pull it off. Looking at photos from that birthday party where I’m wearing the powder pink tracksuit, I confess, I now prefer the pretty dresses my friends wore, though I am grateful for the encouragement from my parents to explore my own tastes. It is more than OK to stand out in a crowd.
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In honor of Black History Month, Luxe goes beyond the canvas with three contemporary artists.
ARTWORK: IN AN ALTERNATE REALITY, COURTESY CARMEN NEELY.
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Gestural Meaning Carmen Neely’s artwork is not just a purely aesthetic object. Personal experiences, including being female, Black and American, all inform her work. Behind every brushstroke and color choice is intention and intuition, which stem directly from those experiences. Emotions of heartbreak (the impetus for the work shown above), disappointment, optimism, anger and joy are all equally important tools she employs in her work, as are the oil paints and physical ephemera that adorn her canvases.
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Connective Threads By creating and exploring various artforms, Basil Kincaid is on a quest for selfunderstanding in a culture that has quelled the Black experience. Kincaid comes from generations of female quilt makers, and years ago, dreamt of his grandmother standing in front of a house that was wrapped in a quilt. Shortly thereafter, he began sewing. These textural masterpieces honor a family tradition connecting him to his past and giving overdue recognition to those before him.
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ROUND ABOUT A sculptural, arc-shaped back is the focal point of Dmitriy & Co’s substantial Arp Chair shown upholstered in Pierre Frey’s Bridget fabric. The pursuit of form, silhouette and comfort drives the exquisite design. dmitriyco.com
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LINEAR EFFECT The Newson Aluminum Chair by Marc Newson for Knoll is defined by a single uninterrupted line and pays homage to the designs of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This chic, contemporary interpretation features a mesh seat and back for added ergonomic support. knoll.com
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BETTER TOGETHER French furniture company Liaigre is known for its masterful use of black and white in creating furnishings that are both functional and beautiful. The Robinson Dining Chair and Armchair, originally made for yachts, as well as the wood back Toiras Armchair are all done in oak with a wire-brushed finish. liaigre.com
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Color packs a punch—especially in kitchens and baths, where a little fresh thinking goes a long way. Today’s au courant designs lean toward one lush hue: green. While associated with nature, the tone also evokes feelings of abundance, serenity, peace and security—all elements we could use right now (and always) in our homes. For designer Raili Clasen, a saturated forest-like shade served as a reference to the past when updating this kitchen in a historic California residence. “It’s an old-world color that seemed right at home in a new build,” says Clasen.
Raili Clasen chose Benjamin Moore’s Hunter Green for the cabinetry in this Coronado, California, kitchen she designed with architect Eric Olsen. Buster + Punch hardware and a Regulator faucet by Waterworks provide pretty brass accents while Community Manufacturing stools offer plush and stylish seating.
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Coronado, the beautiful stretch of land off San Diego, has a storied history as both a resort town to the stars as well as an aviation and naval hub since the early 20 th century. So, when Raili Clasen’s clients asked her to renovate a dilapidated 1927 Dutch Farmhouse on the island that had once belonged to a Navy sea captain, she knew she wanted the design to nod to the home’s traditional roots. railicadesign.com How did you decide on that shade of green for the kitchen cabinetry? As with any vintage home renovation, I feel I have a responsibility to not turn the house into something it isn’t. For me, that means updating the space without it being modern. In terms of paint, I also wanted something somewhat unexpected and this green looked as though it could have been original to the residence—an ‘old’ color that worked wonderfully in the kitchen. Talk to us about the other materials you incorporated. We brought in reclaimed wood for the ceiling, which added a richness to the room while the waterfall marble island provided a light and bright element. Brass accents including the hardware, faucet and backsplash are really a reference to nautical tools and instruments, but they look so lovely with the green cabinetry.
In the dining area, Oscar pendants by Roman and Williams suspend above a Nickey Kehoe table surrounded by both Sawkille Co. and Nickey Kehoe seating.
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Where is this dining space located? The kitchen, dining room and living room are actually part of one large area. I still love the open floor plan! Whenever I can, I try to bring nature inside, and the large planters under the windows have brass details that tie everything together. Things need friends, so the greenery here also references the paint used in the kitchen.
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Mick De Giulio worked with Michael Abraham Architecture and designer Michael del Piero to create this sleek kitchen in Roselle, Illinois. The Juxtapose Semi-Professional Faucet in Matte Black by Mick De Giulio for Kallista features a pull-down spray head and Boost technology that increases water flow (shown here with Soap Dispenser).
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For an elegant yet hardworking kitchen, look no further than Mick De Giulio, who has crafted award-winning spaces for more than 45 years and can teach us a thing or two about form and function. For his latest collaboration with Kallista, the designer kept technology and aesthetics top of mind when creating the Juxtapose collection, which includes a professional kitchen faucet with advanced cleaning features like Sweep spray and Boost. De Giulio focused on streamlined proportions and elegant aesthetics that fold a faucet into a room rather than make it a focal point. Take this Roselle, Illinois, project—a master class in mixed materials and refined touches. Various applications of stainless steel on the hood, countertops and hardware add a richness and reflection, while the iceberg quartzite backsplash keeps the mood light and airy. degiuliodesign.com; kallista.com
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“The most important principle in design for me is creating a space that you feel good living in every day,” says Caitlin Murray of Black Lacquer Design. But sometimes that idea can be interpreted in very different ways. Take, for example, this Redondo Beach, California, home, where Murray’s husband-and-wife clients had varying desires: One favored Hollywood Regency style and pattern while the other preferred a clean, tonal aesthetic. Eventually they landed on a fun, playful vibe in the powder room space, which Murray transformed into a jewel box of color and charm. No doubt, a win-win! blacklacquerdesign.com Where did you start? Everything was designed around the wallpaper. The clients travel to China and have a business there, so it was important to include something that referenced this connection. The Timorous Beasties wallcovering has such pretty patterning and motifs, which felt like the right fit to the homeowners. I’m always pushing for color, so I was thrilled it worked out!
The blue-and-green palette with pops of red works so well here. I think of greens and blues as reading neutral, so I’m usually able to convince clients to go for these colors. Besides, who doesn’t want to be surrounded by tones found in nature?
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Speaking of color, how do approach it within your designs? I like to mentally establish a palette in my head, because I think that if you don’t stay within certain constraints, the scheme can feel all over the place and disconnected. Here, I used the wallpaper as a road map for the other elements in the bathroom, including the Vola red faucet.
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“We wanted to create something that would differentiate itself from the sea of gray vanities out there,” explains head designer Mario Muto of his company, Bemma, which he cofounded with Wetstyle owner Mark Wolinsky. Bemma offers an assortment of bathroom vanities and accessories in several colors and styles that goes beyond the expected, such as the handsome Terra collection (shown). It features a fluted walnut façade, marble or granite countertop, and satin brass base (also available in brushed nickel or matte black). Distinct, indeed. bemmadesign.com
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Liebherr’s Monolith Collection, a high-tech line of cooling products for wine enthusiasts, now includes a Wine Column to round out its impressive offerings. The 24-inch appliance, shown at left, can hold up to 100 bottles and features adjustable wood slats and three temperature zones allowing users to optimally preserve their collections. The Monolith Wine Column is customizable to any kitchen and is also available in an 18-inch version. liebherr.com
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Boutique property development firm Banda offers search, development and interior design under one roof. At Leinster Square, a newly renovated London townhouse, the firm’s elegantly laid-back ethos is on proud display in the dining and reception rooms, where matte-finish paneled walls set the stage for abstract artworks, sensuous sculptures and marble statement pieces.
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There’s something universally captivating about a derelict building with a story to tell. Such was the line of thought that sparked a then-23-year-old Edo Mapelli Mozzi to found Banda, his boutique, London development firm specializing in converting unconventional character properties into bespoke residences. Fifteen years later, with projects sprinkled across the globe and a growing interior design wing (not to mention, a recent marriage to England’s Princess Beatrice of York), Mapelli Mozzi expounds on his distinct vision of residential luxury. bandaproperty.co.uk
In a name: Banda translates to “house” in Swahili. I’ve spent a lot of time in Lamu, Kenya, and source huge amounts of inspiration from the people and way of life there. I wrote my business plan from a “banda” in my early 20s. For me, the word conjures a feeling of simplicity. Design doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does have to stir emotions and promote well-being. Holistic approach: When I launched Banda, there was a gap in the market for a high-quality search, development and design business. Many developers take a cookie-cutter approach that isn’t true to life. Our aim was to offer something out of the ordinary with quality and experience at the core. Buyers want: There is a definite shift away from prime postcodes and pure new-build schemes. Our clients want personality through design, community and security. These elements work together to form a unique feeling of luxury. Market update: Buyers are extremely serious right now; there’s no window shopping. Likewise, sellers are motivated. Covid has put a lot into perspective and encouraged many to make lifestyle changes. One thing for certain is that properties with open outdoor spaces will be the ones that shine as we navigate this unprecedented time.
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Formative influence: My mother worked in commercial real estate and used to drive me around to her job sites. I understood from an early age that how we live and work are intertwined, and how spaces can make us feel.
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With lifestyle flexibility top of mind, many are seeing the appeal of the pied-à-terre anew. Take the owners of this Manhattan apartment: a Connecticut couple with a passion for the arts. After finding the perfect part-time roost in a historic West Village carriage house studio, they tasked Brooklyn architect Sarah Jacoby with infusing function and romance. An immersive coat of Farrow & Ball’s Off-Black and a wall of custom built-ins (including a sleek compact kitchen) make the space “a fun and special retreat, not just a crash pad,” says Jacoby. “They met in and love New York. This is their ‘reverse country home.’ ” sarahjacobyarchitect.com
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Old digs: NYC apartment. New digs: Colonial in the burbs. In her own words: We always knew we’d end up leaving the city, and when we stayed with my husband’s parents during the pandemic, we realized we genuinely liked the suburbs! When our lease came up, we pulled the trigger. Besides many coats of fresh paint, so far we’ve wallpapered and updated the kitchen. Eventually, we’d love to gut the bathrooms, but…one day at a time.
Old digs: 1930s bungalow. New digs: Larger 1930s bungalow. In his own words: I recently got married, and my home was a bit small for two. L.A.’s market, amazingly, was thriving during Covid, so we struck while the iron was hot. I love a California Spanish Revival and our new home has it all: a curved staircase, grand rooms and great natural light. It’s so different (and exciting!) to design with a partner. It will be custom, curated and fabulous.
Old digs: Downtown apartment. New digs: 700-square-foot cottage. In her own words: We always wanted to explore small-footprint living. Plus, we were tired of renting! Renovating during a pandemic (we’ve redone the layout and landscaping) has been interesting, but given our desire for a simpler life, it only strengthened our confidence in creating intimate moments and outdoor living spaces that allow us to thrive as a family.
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Quarantined in their home last spring, Chad Dorsey’s clients had a revelation. The crafts room of their Dallas home was languishing unused: Could Dorsey turn it into a getaway for the grown-ups? “The entire space was inspired by the idea of cocktails and wine,” the designer explains. Envisioning a bar with all the glamour of a swank night out on the town, he devised a moody, burgundy scheme, selecting Farrow & Ball’s Brinjal to lacquer the millwork. Adding further sparkle, Dorsey designed a hammered brass and Calacatta viola marble bar illuminated by a crystal chandelier from a Parisian hotel. The result? An invigorating idyll when cabin fever sets in—one bound to delight guests when safe, as well as future buyers seeking the ultimate at-home escape. chaddorseydesign.com
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THE HUDSON COMPANIES / NEW YORK In the works: A development in Pelham offering maisonettes with private entrances. Must-haves: Great Wi-Fi, dedicated offices and outdoor gathering spaces. Urban appeal: Restaurants are taking over parking with plants, lighting and live music, fostering a new way of enjoying our cities.
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SOCIETY REAL ESTATE + DEVELOPMENT / LOS ANGELES Hot now: Walkable neighborhoods, like Playa Vista and Silver Lake. Bet on: Wellness amenities. Think—circadian lighting, air and water filtration systems, even mirrors that give off energy through the light they produce. New tool: The live and recorded property touring app REveo has been a game changer.
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SOUTH STREET PARTNERS / CHARLESTON, SC Mass influx: The migration to the southeast has outpaced every U.S. region since the 2010 Census, which we see accelerating due to lower cost of living and temperate climates. Top of mind: Private elevators, open-air staircases and indoor/outdoor fitness amenities that allow for social distancing.
Architect Max Strang amongst the citrus trees on his family property (left). A circa 1930s aerial photo of Gapway Grove with Lake Medora in the foreground (below). Adams Estate, Strang’s grandparents’ 1942 Georgian Revival home turned events venue (bottom).
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In 1935, Charles and Emmie Adams left Detroit for the sleepy railroad town of Lake Alfred, Florida. There, they began building the largest citrus packing house of the time. Fast forward three generations and their grandson—Miami architect Max Strang—saw a unique opportunity for the family property: a wellness community. “It’s definitely a reaction to nearby development,” says Strang, who alongside his siblings, intends to transform the 500 plus-acre parcel into a high-design agrihood. “Groves were dying to citrus blight and being sold off to lackluster sprawl. We felt like we had a critical mass to do something special with, otherwise grandma would come back to haunt us.” Starting with converting their grandparents’ house into an events venue, plans were drawn for five distinct districts arranged around organic citrus groves and freshwater lakes. Units will range from apartments to estates, with styles from “modern agricultural” to “southern farmhouse.” There will be shopping, fine dining, a boutique inn and spa, a museum devoted to Florida citrus, a school, lakefront parks and community farms. Consistent with Strang’s portfolio, sustainability is paramount: Homes will offer solar-paneled roofs and geothermal heating, and rainwater will be harvested. The underlying mission? Build community around a back-to-the-land mindset—something Strang sees a growing market for. “Nowadays we’re divorced from our food and for many, it’s work to physically reach nature. This idea of walking out the door and onto a nature path is creating a new kind of suburbia.” strang.design
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O N LO C AT IO N | VERO BEACH “Miles of the Atlantic Ocean’s sandy beaches, fragrant citrus groves and sprawling cattle ranches … you really can have it all in Vero Beach.”
DWELLINGS IN PARADISE •T he architecture: “The ambience of our region makes it a perfect setting for homes of many styles, from British West Indies to Mediterranean, ranches to beach bungalows to modern designs,” Sorensen says.
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•T he interiors: According to Sorensen, the use of light colors and natural materials like stone and wood bring warmth, while tropical color-drenched hues of surrounding bluegreen waters and bright flowering trees are often reflected in accessories.
Upon being asked to describe the cultural landscape of Vero Beach, Matilde Sorensen practically conjures a dreamlike state with her answer. “While separated from the hustle and bustle of South Florida, Vero Beach is blessed with the perfect climate for golfing, boating, fishing, hiking, biking and more.” As for where one might reside within this veritable utopia, Sorensen is the person to ask. A broker and owner of Dale Sorensen Real Estate, she points to a few neighborhoods the family-owned firm most frequently places clients in. “Riomar, The Moorings, John’s Island, Palm Island Plantation and Orchid Island are all quite beloved.” In each of these, and others throughout the area, Sorensen strives for more than stellar buying and selling. “We want to help foster these communities to serve as better places for our neighbors to live, work and raise families.”
Top: Surrounded by the beautiful estuary of the Indian River Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, the Vero Beach barrier island is an ideal location for waterfront living. Far left: The Vero Beach Museum of Art brings world-renowned exhibitions to the area. Left: Outdoor living is fundamental to the Vero Beach lifestyle. Top: Photography by Pat Vidas Far left: Photography courtesy of Dale Sorensen Real Estate Left: Photography by Uneek Image
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O N LO C AT IO N | VERO BEACH “This community is so unique, and it will stay that way. We have building restrictions designed to protect our waters and wildlife far into the future.”
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In 1988, Harry G. Howle and his wife, Claire, moved to Vero Beach after finding the place’s allure irresistible. The hope was that Howle could open an architectural firm and, through his work, become a part of the fabric of this community they’d come to adore. Harry Gandy Howle & Associates was born, and it would indeed help guide the design and sustainability of such coveted areas as John’s
Tucked away within the serene splendor of John’s Island, Gem Island is truly adored by those who live there and those who don’t. It is a picturesque example of the lifestyle for which so many move to Vero Beach and a showcase of architectural mastery. And Harry Howle made it so. “I was extensively involved in developing the architectural standards for the Gem Island Architectural Review Committee,” he shares. “Many of the homes there have large porches and verandas that keep within the prescribed styles of French, Georgian and Plantation, but also allow for unobstructed views of water, wildlife and terrain. This was all by design. We ensured that every estate considered the vistas, breezes and sun’s path.”
Island and Orchid Island. The key to success, for Howle and his team, has always been understanding locality and nuance. Whether for a new build or, more often, a careful renovation, they interpret the homeowner’s desires in a way that suits the surroundings, both natural landscape and built neighborhood. Throughout it all, Howle is also focused on the client’s experience. “Anyone who has ever worked with us loves how we value our relationships with them just as much as creating the home of their dreams.”
INFLUENCE IN THE AIR •W eather wise: As in most of Florida, Vero Beach possesses the possibility of hurricanes. Howle’s team creatively finds solutions that meet high-impact and flood-resistant requirements without jeopardizing design. For example, one older home was originally built at 26 feet above sea level. The team excavated 12 feet of sand and created a new, perfectly proportioned lower-level living area. •E xterior outlook: “Outdoor living spaces are vital in Vero, and homes built 30 or 40 years ago didn’t feature them much,” Howle says. “We have become experts at incorporating these additions.”
Top: The opposing cupolas atop this Vero Beach home’s bell-shaped roof create a dramatic punctuation. Bottom: Each detail of this John’s Island fairway residence reflects a strong French influence, which beautifully complements the community. All photography by Owen McGoldrick Photography
Domestic architecture should fulfill a homeowner’s dreams, but it must also respect the purest precepts of its chosen vernacular. For 35 years our all-inclusive, comprehensive approach to site planning has created stunning home designs for clients throughout the Treasure Coast.
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O N LO C AT IO N | VERO BEACH “With many of the residents being transplants, some love to fully embrace the coastal vibes, while others bring the style from their previous location.”
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All it takes is one look at Vero Beach’s blue green ombré waters, pink sunsets and charming
Owing to its breathtaking tropical environment—blue skies, ample sunshine and swaying palms—Vero Beach is home to a culture of indooroutdoor living. “From an interior design standpoint, we often work to incorporate natural elements into the concept, which helps with the flow from inside to out,” Scanlon says. “This can be through the use of colors and textures, or the specific pieces of furnishings we select, but it’s always a consideration in our projects.”
downtown shops and venues to understand why so many choose it for their getaway home locale … or a new, permanent place to “live where others vacation.” As a year-round resident of Winter Park, Florida, with a second residence in Vero, Christy Scanlon possesses a unique understanding of the place and its people—full- and part-timers alike. And as an award-winning interior designer and the owner and president of Masterpiece Design Group, much of her insight naturally focuses on aesthetics. “There is a strong coastal influence that can be found throughout Vero Beach, but we also experience a variety of other styles as well, ranging from contemporary to traditional,” she says. Luckily for her clients, Scanlon and her team are well-versed in it all. No matter the stylistic parameters, they approach every project with the belief that a beautiful space should inspire new possibilities and a creative, collaborative, client-centric mindset.
Top: A custom billiards table and built-in bar, coupled with sophisticated details like stained beams and studded wallpaper, perfectly capture the homeowners’ lifestyle and desired look. Right: Functionality and style combine in this chic, monochromatic living space. The use of stacked stone on the feature wall and shiplap paired with painted beams on the ceiling brings dimension. All photography by Studio KW Photography
BESPOKE ON THE SHORE Comprising some of Florida’s most skilled interior designers and model merchandisers, Masterpiece Design Group is able to accomplish nearly any request a homeowner makes. “We are guided by a strong passion for creativity and innovation, and use decades of market experience to maintain a deep commitment to client relationships,” Scanlon says. “We are versatile and always thrilled to achieve a client’s dream.” With more than 34,000 square feet of studio and warehouse space, Scanlon and team truly offer unrivaled efficiency for projects of any size and scope.
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O N LO C AT IO N | VERO BEACH “British West Indies, Georgian, traditional, beach chic, coastal contemporary—Vero Beach is a stylistic melting pot, in the best way.”
COVETED COVES + WHAT’S COMING •N oteworthy neighborhoods: “John’s Island, Windsor and Riomar lead the pack,” Lyles says. “The barrier island is such an inviting and comfortable location, bordered by the iconic Indian River and the tranquil Atlantic Ocean.”
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•S teady + sustainable: Vero Beach has managed to retain its small-town charm even while it welcomes world-class amenities. This is largely thanks to a strong community that, as Lyles puts it, “rallies together to preserve the natural beauty of our area.” Smart planning has been key, with strategic minds ensuring careful growth.
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With 60 years of combined experience in the industry, and a passion for the various architectural vernaculars found throughout Vero Beach, the team at RCL has become a foremost home builder and remodeler in the area. At the helm is founder and president Robert C. Lyles, who, when asked to convey the key to his firm’s success in the region, points to philosophy and local perspective. “We approach every project with honesty and integrity,” he says. “We are transparent and collaborative with our clients in establishing timelines and budgets, and we also attend thoughtfully to site presence.” In Vero Beach, that means taking into account the showcasing of stunning views, how a home would withstand intense weather conditions and indoor-outdoor floor plans. “We like to anticipate and create an environment that is prepared for anything, while maintaining the client and design team’s vision.”
Top: Overlooking a golf course and waterfront, this gorgeous cottage-style design borrows its architectural antecedents from the Low Country. Far left: After building this originally, RCL was welcomed back years later for a renovation. Now, contemporary interiors complement the Anglo-Caribbean exterior architecture. Left: Bright and open, this home boasts beams and vaulted ceilings in the great room and a master bathroom of Carrara marble. Above: Tranquil was the mandate for this bathroom, which rests within a home that was completed in only nine months.
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PETER PAPADOPOULOS, DANIEL KAHAN, JONATHAN MOORE AND HAROLD SMITH, PRINCIPAL ARCHITECTS smithmoorearchitects.com 561.835.1888 smithandmoorearchitects
dialogue with clients and integrating the latest technologies alongside sketches done by hand is vital to that process. As the partners say, “Employing the highest-quality materials and levels of finesse can only be successful with a universally focused project team.”
What elements characterize your work? We pride ourselves on being able to apply modern ideas and standards of living to classical traditions and frameworks, yielding timeless design that suits the distinct lifestyles of our clients. How have you used social media and digital tools to advance business? Social media, especially Kahan’s Instagram feed, has allowed us to make many national and international connections with clients and the design community. We also embrace technology in the development and visualization of designs, including computer modeling and three-dimensional printing. What’s next for your firm? We are branching out into luxury markets, including New York, California and Asia. We also are offering interior design services on select projects, taking a holistic approach to design.
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Top: This modern classical compound in Palm Beach boasts an incredible pool house. Above: Drawing inspiration from the early-20th-century architecture of Los Angeles and Montecito, this Mediterranean Revival is highly unique. Right: Steel doors line the gallery of a Palm Beach residence, bringing light in from all sides. Opposite, left: Natural stone cladding and classical details come together in an oceanfront loggia. Opposite, right: This secluded study is all clean lines, with tall steel doors and sprawling built-ins. Top, Right & Opposite, right: Photography by Sargent Architectural Photography Above: Rendering by Smith and Moore Architects Opposite, left: Photography by Jessica Glynn
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“The client is our most valued asset; they are the biggest contributor to a successful project.”
hether Cape Dutch, British West Indies, modern, contemporary or transitional, a home by YRA Design Inc. is a masterpiece of vernacular and spatial balance. Led by president and lead project designer Dennis Rainho, the firm’s team prides itself on being multifaceted and boutique in approach, while passionately obsessing over every architectural detail. “Our work is characterized by layouts that flow with an abundance of natural light and an attention to scale,” Rainho says. “But, our process is defined by the homeowner.” To the latter end, YRA begins every endeavor with an extensive interview. “We need to understand the client’s personas, which often express their needs, enthusiasms and sensitivities,” Rainho says. “Our task is to assist, through architecture, in creating a lifestyle that is not foreign or contradicts their daily routines, but which suits every practical need and aspirational preference, beautifully.” If its reputation in locations throughout Florida and
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beyond—Jupiter, Manalapan, Vero Beach, Barbados—is any indication, YRA has certainly managed to perfect this approach. And, one notices a theme in its portfolio: tropical environments. Rainho says this is intentional, and he and his team hope to increase their work in island destinations over the coming years.
Name influences and inspirations that inform your work. My travels to Europe and South America have played a role in my architectural inclinations. Our approach also entails the cultural, lifestyle and surroundings of the local environment, so those always serve as influence. How can the client ensure a painless process? Understand what you are asking for, express your expectations at the start and establish a timeline for delivery. What part has the digital age played in the success of your firm? New changes in architectural software are making it easier to convey design ideas in a virtual way. Adapting to this method has transformed the term ‘office’ into a remote location, and this new way of doing business is changing our industry and leading us to the next frontier.
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Top: Tucked away within a country club community, this home is contemporary, but with a classical structure. Above, left: This black-and-white estate perfectly embodies the classic Florida coastal feel. Above, right: Contemporary with a touch of Mediterranean in the details, this design is dynamic. Opposite, left: Cape Dutch and British West Indies blend in this striking home. Opposite, right: Intricate details in the roofline, doors and windows, and railings make this transitional coastal simply breathtaking. All photography by Ron Rosenzweig
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PERRONE CONSTRUCTION “We build any style our client desires, but one characteristic of our work is timelessness in craftsmanship. Our homes look fresh 20 years after their completion.”
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RICKY PERRONE, PRESIDENT RICHARD PERRONE, CEO perroneconstruction.com 941.924.6900 perroneconstruction
any luminary businesses were first thrust into the limelight by an unusual ask—and the challenges they overcame to answer it. This is precisely what happened to Perrone Construction. The now-acclaimed Sarasota-based firm was launched onto the scene in 1980, when it completed a truly unique home for a famous sports agent. His only request? A chandelier reinforced for his party guests to swing from. Richard and Ricky Perrone, CEO and president, respectively, successfully pulled this off with the help of their team. They saw it in action, too, when the homeowner’s friends (pro athletes) tested it out at his housewarming event.
While not every bespoke request is quite so dramatic, the Perrone Construction team has continued to prove its dedication to big visions. In many cases, that means accommodating nature, too. “We are one of maybe two companies in Sarasota that regularly builds waterfront custom homes in excess of 10,000 square feet,” Richard says. Indeed, after 40 years in the area, the company is well-established as the local waterfront construction expert. “From working with different municipalities and state authorities, to thoroughly understanding the specific materials, details and techniques such a locale demands, we really grasp the nuances of waterfront construction.”
ASK THE EXPERT Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? As we celebrate 40 years, we’re more focused on how others have contributed to our success. We think, with gratitude, about the clients who have put their trust in us; the architects, structural engineers, interior designers and landscape architects who have collaborated with us; and the talented tradesmen and subcontractors who have been by our side throughout it all. What’s next for the firm? We are excited to announce our property maintenance division, which is called Conserva. This full-service company will manage the caretaking of every aspect of home, from keeping finishes preserved, to holiday decoration and grocery shopping.
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Top: This neoclassical custom estate overlooks Sarasota’s Ringling Bridge and downtown skyline. Above, left: Tucked into a remote island, Fish Camp makes one feel as if they are 1,000 miles away from all else. Above, right: Built for fashion designer Adrienne Vittadini and her husband, Gigi, this award-winning home rests on the prestigious Westway Drive in Sarasota. Opposite: Designed around the idea of creating a family vacation spot with a sense of barefoot elegance, this residence has a fresh, modern feel with a traditional British West Indies exterior.
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“We have passion for our trade and always challenge ourselves to enhance the community by building exceptional places.”
or more than 30 years, Wittmann Building Corporation has been bringing to fruition some of the most prestigious homes in Palm Beach, Jupiter Island and their neighboring oceanfront communities. While aesthetic styles change by project, a commitment to quality construction is the common denominator for Alexander Wittmann, the firm’s vice president, and his team. “The standard we set with our first major project, an 8,000-square-foot Palm Beach home in 1990, has brought us countless referrals and still inserts our name in nearly every local conversation about a construction need,” Wittmann says. It’s true, and for good reason. From 4,000 to 20,000 square feet, traditional to contemporary, every home in the firm’s portfolio is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Each was also completed on schedule and on budget—certainly no minor accomplishment for a home builder and remodeler of this scale. Perhaps it’s no wonder Wittmann and team have been hired by celebrities and
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the CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. Regardless of who the client may be, though, they are focused on providing a hands-on, detail-oriented approach. “We have strong collaborative relationships with top-ranked subcontractors, architects, designers, and real estate professionals, and we anticipate every problem before it occurs.”
How do you create a painless process for your clients? With an engaged office management staff and expert field personnel, we offer a wealth of expertise. We provide samples and mockups, and make showroom visits for each item of construction, from windows and doors, to stone and tile, to paint, finishes, appliances and more. We also review shop drawings and confirm every detail with the client and/or design pro before breaking ground. Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? Our quality of craftsmanship and level of organization. We are widely recognized for providing immaculate results, but we also build at an extremely fast pace without ever missing a deadline. This is possible because we monitor and evaluate everything at every stage.
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Top: Wittmann Building renovated this home several times for different owners, working with renowned designers and architects each time. Above, left: On the north end of Palm Beach, this residence has an authentic Bermuda-inspired exterior and a state-of-the-art contemporary interior. Above, right: This railing was constructed to bring exterior elements into the home. The whole project was completed on an extremely tight schedule. Opposite, left: Located on the ocean in Palm Beach is this 30,000-square-foot masterpiece, the design of which was dictated by the owner’s vast art collection. Opposite, right: The kitchen shown boasts gorgeous rift-sawn white oak cabinetry. Designer RÊmi Tessier provided the details for every inch.
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B+G DESIGN “Our clients are an essential piece of the puzzle. We extensively personalize everything.”
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pon being asked to describe their signature style, Giselle Loor Sugerman and Brett Sugerman, the husband-andwife duo behind B+G Design, introduce two concepts: logical luxury and multifunctional modern. “We are known for embodying a livable, warm and contemporary aesthetic,” they elaborate. “Our projects are designed to cater to a variety of functions and necessities, while remaining high-end and tasteful.” And a plethora of those projects can be associated with prestigious recognition. Since founding their firm in 2006, the Sugermans have won awards from the likes of ASID, landed legacy projects like the creation of five themed units for
St. Regis Bal Harbour, and been featured in myriad publications and television programs. It leaves onlookers to wonder what might be achieved next, but the B+G team is already on that. “We move into our new office, steps from Miami Design District, this year,” Giselle says. “It will have a conceptual layout with a ‘design lab’ space, in addition to showcasing our custom product designs, and it will serve both our international and national clients.” And Brett shares what they envision even further into the future. “A dream of ours is to work alongside a developer to create a community that represents the modern contemporary lifestyle: environmentally conscious, energy-efficient and minimalistic living.”
ASK THE EXPERT Name influences and inspirations that inform your work. The late Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid has made an immense impact on the architectural designs of B+G. Because of her intricate use of geometric structuring, we have expanded our horizons when approaching new projects. Much of our architectural work within the homes we design is heavily influenced by Hadid. Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? Our residential work is the most fulfilling. We build relationships with the families that hire us, and they trust us entirely to bring the home of their dreams to fruition. Once you’ve worked with B+G, you are considered a part of the family. We are a family-owned business that caters to families in search of their home.
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Top: Multifunctional to the max, this office/game room hybrid was customized to cater to the family’s needs. B+G included a creative planning space, leaving its mark with signature architectural details. Left: The natural stone installation, paired with black-and-gold accents, gives this bathroom the perfect balance of organic beauty and modern design. Above: This design is fully equipped with a bespoke gray-glass cellar paired harmoniously with the bar layout. Opposite: In this space, the most captivating highlights are the architectural details incorporated into the fireplace, ceiling and stairway. All photography by Barry Grossman
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INTERIOR DESIGNERS FANNY HAIM, DESIGN PRINCIPAL, DIRECTOR & OWNER MICHELLE HAIM, CEO AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR fannyhaim.com 305.937.0815 fannyhaim
hen Fanny Haim first founded her namesake firm, Fanny Haim & Associates, she did so with a few core principles in mind: creativity, a given; individuality and timelessness, her utmost aspirations; and innovation, informed by a desire to leave a meaningful imprint behind. Today, Haim and her daughter, Michelle, partner in leading the interior design company, and that multifaceted philosophy still guides them. The connection to client does, too. “We are very committed to uniqueness and the bespoke,” Fanny shares. “Our process is collaborative and dynamic.” That said, Michelle elaborates on a few of the
characteristics that do often define the duo’s work. “We consider the concept of ambiguity, incorporating elements of surprise, and we enjoy items of diverse provenance that can create a silent dialogue in the space. Texture upon texture is present always, and color comes incidentally—never all at once.” They are also known for establishing memorable moments, defining the spirit of a space with unexpected features. Asked to further this conversation by discussing some of her favorite projects, Fanny says, “One of my dreams was to do a home in Paris, and I enjoyed every second,” and then looks ahead: “I would love to do something very ‘not Miami,’ like a ranch in Montana or a house in Aspen.”
ASK THE EXPERT Name influences and inspirations that inform your work. There are many, but one trip to Japan truly launched us into a state of creative stimulation. The result is the fruition of a longtime dream: our first product collection. We have since released rugs for Stark, textiles for Holland & Sherry and furniture at Holly Hunt and Jean de Merry, all subtly informed by Japanese principles of design and, more specifically, an antique tsuba purchased in Kyoto. How can clients ensure a painless design process? Those who can articulate their needs, wants and aspirations are the genesis of the design process. Clients who are open-minded to new visions and solutions allow us to do our best work, and lastly, clients who make decisions make the process fluid and purposeful.
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Top & Above: A mixture of quiet, earth-toned materials and comfortable seating defines this room as the place to gather. Wing chairs from Ironies, swivel chairs from A. Rudin, a sofa from Mattaliano and a table from Gregorius|Pineo all complement the travertineclad walls. Left: A serene and restful space in the master bedroom features a table from Formations, swivel chair from Bright, side table from Troscan, bench by Addison House and accessories from Urban Art. Opposite: In this transitional home, a striking vignette is composed with a stunning cabinet by Jean de Merry, Circa Lighting pendants, a mirror from Aesthetic and glass art by Gerald Vatrin for Urban Art. All photography by Carlos Domenech
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FREESTYLE INTERIORS “We take joy in our work and the satisfaction of our clients.”
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FAITH FIX, ASID OWNER freestyleinteriors.com 239.949.2210 freestyle_interiors
his year, Freestyle Interiors celebrates 40 years of success in the industry. It’s a milestone that, for owner Faith Fix, brings to mind many others. From building a team of 10 designers, to bringing life to the interiors of some of the first models in esteemed communities like Mediterra, Bonita Bay, Mangrove Bay, Mystique and Fiddler’s Creek, she has achieved more than she might have imagined when she first founded the firm in 1981. All the while, staying focused on aesthetic inclinations, and honoring those of the client, has remained a constant. “Design is passion,” she shares. “It is visual and emotive. We are continually viewing design in any form, through travel,
online inspiration and the discovery of new products. Of course, the client also heavily influences our work, via the expression of their wishes.” To that end, each homeowner is included in the entire process at Freestyle Interiors. “They are by our side at vendor showrooms and site visits, all of which helps us see what excites them,” Fix says. “We work collaboratively together to ensure we bring their vision to life with both the expected and the unexpected.” The personal nature of the endeavor is evident in the firm’s portfolio, which, although abundant with coastal looks due to Freestyle’s frequent waterfront projects, showcases a range of styles and plenty of nuance within them.
ASK THE EXPERT Do you have any special areas of focus? We enjoy discovering new ways of imagining our clients’ homes and have been taking on a variety of projects outside of our immediate area. That said, lately we have been having a fabulous time remodeling large Mediterranean spaces into lighter, fresher interiors, without taking away the characteristics that make the homes unique. What part has the digital age played in the success of your firm? We are getting more requests for work from our social media presence this year, most likely because people are unable to travel to the area as much. We are thankful that our clients are becoming more comfortable with connecting remotely, and we are happy to be their eyes on the ground when they cannot be here.
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Top: Geometric forms and patterns lend a distinctly modern feel. Left: This wine bar’s material palette perfectly complements the beach scene beyond. Above: Cozy for one but with enough seating for several, this study is perfect for its family. Opposite: The incoming light and furniture selections that seem to play with it make this dining space almost ethereal. Top & Opposite: Photography by Blaine Johnathan Left & Above: Photography by Venjhamin Reyes
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hen it comes to residential interiors, designer Jessica Jaegger strives to infuse each room with art and meaningful treasures. “I always wanted to work in an environment where I could combine functionality and aesthetics,” she says. That dream became a reality in 2011, when Jaegger founded her namesake firm, Jaegger Interior Design, drawing on earlier experiences working for an art collector and influences from her native city, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. “The Brazilian modernism movement is part of who I am and what I experienced in terms of design while living in my hometown,” Jaegger continues. With an eye for natural materials and timeless decor, Jaegger mixes modern furnishings with antique accents. And the beauty in that balance certainly seems to resonate. Jaegger’s first project—remodeling a condo in Williams Island, Florida, for a furniture collector— quickly elevated her reputation, leading to collaborations with major brands and galleries. “I was lucky enough to have, as
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first clients, people who traveled the world and experienced art and design,” she adds. “They gave me the freedom to apply my design knowledge in their project and that gave me good exposure.” Now, Jaegger continues to put clients first, noting that: “Distilling precisely what they are looking for is what moves me.”
Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? Exercising sustainable ideas in one of my recent projects, which not only turned out aesthetically amazing, but also combined new principles of eco-conscious design. What project would you love to take on? I’ve been dreaming of designing a farmhouse in the Hamptons, and a small boutique hotel in the Caribbean. What is your next move? I am thinking of starting an online interior accessories boutique with carefully curated handmade ceramics, dishes, and decor designed by creatives from all over the world.
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Top: This Key Biscayne home features pieces by Yayoi Kusama and JosÊ Macaparana, Jacqueline Terpins, Sergio Rodrigues and Christian Cravo. Above, left: This dining room proves that the details are everything. Above, right: Rio, a lounge chair by Oscar Niemeyer, strikes its elegant pose against a backdrop of light and bright shelving. Opposite, left: Art fills the perspective in this entrance hall, where fiberglass white stones by Il Laboratorio dell’Imperfetto seem to trickle along toward the fabulous Beethoven by Vik Muniz, which serves as a focal point. Opposite, right: As part of a home in Echo Brickell, this sitting area showcases pieces by Jared Almeida and Artscape Lab.
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JAMES DUNCAN “We are transitionalists. We tell stories and strike a balance between classic good taste and livable fun.”
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he James Duncan team is a jack of all trades if ever there were one, but it’s also a master of all trades. After starting the business in the U.K. in 2000, founders James and Miriam Duncan moved to Miami in 2004. With representation in what is now Nisi B Home, they found greater footing and launched their furniture line in New York. Soon, it made its entrée into San Francisco, Denver, Atlanta, Toronto, Chicago, Las Vegas and Kansas City. In 2008, the Duncans pivoted, opening an interior design business to complement their products. Today, James Duncan even has an architecture and development arm, with eight homes
currently in progress, and a wallpaper company slated for retail launch this year. In the process of accomplishing each new endeavor, the Duncans and their team have managed to keep things authentic and personal by focusing on the client. “The interview at the beginning of each job is critical,” James says. “We find out what the client’s program is, how they currently use their spaces, what works, what is missing and what they long for.” Miriam adds, “This is our road map, from which we get to work on our vision of what will make their environments comfortable and, of course, chic.” Through it all, travel, art and fashion serve as inspirational guides for the duo.
Above, left: This space features the Metropolitan table in bleached oak and Mimi dining chair, both by James Duncan. Above, right: The Jet lounge chair from Holly Hunt, Left and Right cabinet from James Duncan and a light fixture from Roll & Hill combine in this space, where de Gournay wallpaper serves as a backdrop. Opposite, left: This arched steel-and-glass door was designed by James Duncan, as was the chair to its side. Opposite, right: A vanity by James Duncan, floors by New Ravenna and faucets by Waterworks make for a chic bathroom. Opposite, bottom: This serene bedroom boasts a James Duncan bed and nightstands, lamps from Circa Lighting, a Kravet rug and Ralph Lauren wallpaper. All photography by Mark Roskams
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esigning beautiful and livable spaces is the goal for every interior design firm. But at P&H Interiors, the intention entails this and more. “Our top priority is to provide warm and inviting environments for both our clients and staff throughout the entire design process,” owner and president Susan Connor says. “We want our clients to feel comfortable in our home while we are designing theirs.” To that end, she and her team have undertaken extensive renovations to their work spaces over the course of this year. While plenty of meetings and presentations have occurred on video chat and her team
has perfected the art of digitally communicating selections, the aim was to get everyone back into the studio. “We have concluded that nothing can replace the experience and productivity of live interactions,” Connor says. “Interior design is a personal and intimate industry. Our clients need to physically feel fabrics and see colors and patterns in person. Their real-time reactions are key to gauging preference. This is also how we best get to know them and form a bond.” With a newly renovated, enlarged presentation room and adequately distanced workstations, the passionate and dedicated P&H team can be creative in a safe manner to best serve its clients.
ASK THE EXPERT Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? The core of P&H Interiors has always been a team mentality. Most of our staff has worked together for a very long time, and everyone is extremely supportive of one another. We also place a strong emphasis on fitness and preventative care by offering a weekly yoga class and personal training session to our entire staff. I think this level of dedication to one another radiates positivity in everything we do, and that is a success! What’s next for the firm? We will continue to do everything we can to keep our staff and clients safe. Our office improvements have already positively impacted how we interact and conduct business. In addition to recently finishing some impressive designs, we have several exciting projects on the horizon in a variety of locations, including New York, Massachusetts, Maine, Colorado, North Carolina and the Florida Keys
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Top: Wood, metal and glass layered in unique architectural details create visual interest and add warmth to this open-concept modern home. Above, left: Integration of interior and exterior space plays a critical role in design today. The indoor dining area flows seamlessly to the outdoor living space, creating the perfect setting for entertaining. Above, right: Luxury is redefined in this monochromatic master suite. The rhythmic wall application and textured fabrics and bedding set the tone for modern tranquility. Opposite: The presentation and conference rooms at P&H’s corporate office have evolved and expanded many times over the years. Each renovation embraces innovations in technology, lighting and, of course, design trends. All photography by Randy Tanner of Living Proof Real Estate Photography
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“Our process is all about the client. We visit showrooms and galleries, and I even take cues from their fashion style and travel mementos.”
obert Rionda is proof that when a business’ work is truly outstanding, word of mouth is all one needs to keep moving. After being hired by a family of art collectors to design a vacation home in Key Biscayne in 2008, he was brought into five more of their projects and received nearly 20 referrals for their friends and family. Some years later, the interior designer and his team at Robert Rionda Interiors designed a 15,000square-foot Mediterranean masterpiece in Miami Beach. The architects, contractor and subcontractors on the project soon pulled them into an array of other endeavors. The list goes on, and includes a villa in Kuwait City and residences with up to 17,000 square feet of living space. Throughout it all, Rionda’s inspiration has stemmed from many a source: the melting pot of cultures in South Florida and New York (two key areas of work for the firm), tropical climates, the clean lines and understated elegance of JeanMichel Frank, his clients’ art collections,
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design fairs and, most of all, he says, “my clients and their backgrounds, visions and fantasies.” Indeed, Rionda’s portfolio is robust, and the range immense. “Some projects are very contemporary and others traditional. We like to mix styles and periods, and art is central to most of our work.”
Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? I spent 10 years working as an attorney before going into design, and I think many of the business and legal skills I acquired have complemented my creative side. Sometimes the left brain comes in handy just as much as the right, and recognizing this has been a rewarding journey for me. What project would you love to take on? I would love to design a superyacht. What’s next for the firm? We have been designing and manufacturing furniture in collaboration with workrooms domestically and abroad. We don’t have an official line yet, but it’s a possibility.
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Top: Various sculptures and paintings from the owner’s collection were curated with contemporary furnishings in this living room. Right: Artworks by Roberto Matta, Juan Genovés and Pablo Atchugarry define this dining room. Opposite, left: A sculpture by Édgar Negret is perfect for this sitting area in a study. Opposite, right: In this master bedroom, a softer color palette has a whimsical pop of color in the Cappellini Peacock chair. All photography by Troy Campbell
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hen one thinks of a one-stop design shop, Romanza Interior Design should come to mind. The Naples-based firm, led by COO Steve Miller, calls itself a full-service, boutique studio, and this couldn’t be more accurate. Indoor and outdoor furnishings, decorative lighting, custom window treatments, artwork and sculptures, faux finishing, rugs, accessories, wallcoverings, floor plans, custom bedding, surface selection, custom built-ins, plumbing fixtures— the list of what Romanza’s awardwinning team handles for its clients quite literally goes on. The goal in such comprehensive management,
according to Miller, is to redefine the art of the bespoke. “Whether we are creating a brand-new dream home, or updating and customizing an existing residence, or even just adding finishing touches to a design they already love, Romanza delivers inspired results that are a true reflection of the homeowner’s personality, style and energy,” he says. “We want to serve as your ultimate partner on the path to a unique and upscale home that is completely suited to you.” And that they do, as is evident in their diverse portfolio of projects. Throughout it all, the team is guided by principles of quality, respect, commitment, integrity and teamwork.
ASK THE EXPERT What style is your firm most known for? Coastal, contemporary, old-world, traditional and transitional all have a place in our repertoire, but we also generally incorporate furniture styles with clean and modern lines, a mix of finishes, including wood, glass, marble and metal, and textural and tactile elements that feel luxurious. In what kinds of communities do you work? We have taken on projects in a range of areas within Naples, from masterplanned communities like Mediterra— named Community of the Year in the Sand Dollar Awards an impressive 12 times—to luxury homesite locations in Port Royal and downtown.
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Romanza was an integral part of the dream team that created a balance of luxury and livability in this home. The interiors take their cue from the property’s surroundings and serene views, mixing neutral shades of sand with soft blues and metallic touches. All photography by Venjhamin Reyes
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“It is when you open yourself to new things that creativity can flourish.”
fter studying architecture and interior design, and spending 12 years in the field, Blanca Wall decided to strike out on her own. She opened The Wall Studio in the heart of Wynwood in 2013, and almost immediately after, a pair of projects made their mark. “A client in Sweden hired me to work on two of their homes simultaneously,” Wall shares. “One was a villa renovation overlooking the archipelago of the North Sea and the other a large attic-floor apartment in a stately 19th-century building in Stockholm.” The endeavors returned Wall, a native Swede, to her roots while enabling her to perfect the art of working from her studio in Miami. And this start as a global presence introduced a theme of The Wall Studio’s history thus far, with many of its projects taking place outside of the U.S. Whether stateside or overseas, a chic urban apartment or sprawling weekend retreat, Wall has become known for a modern and timeless feel. “I achieve this through a holistic approach to design,” she says.
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“Carefully curated, elegant layers of neutrals, thoughtfully selected materials and a strong sense of scale and proportion all describe what is really important to me.” Her clients themselves, too, top that list. “The best compliment is a repeat client, and I have been blessed with them locally and abroad.”
How do you include the client in the creative process? The possibilities are endless and a truly custom experience is what we like to offer our clients. Sometimes it’s overwhelming, which is why, come presentation day, I like to order lunch and make it an interactive and fun process. What project would you love to take on? Sustainability is very important to me. I want to pursue more projects that support current sustainable technologies but seek to incorporate a holistic approach and luxury aesthetics. What part has the digital age played in the success of your firm? A designer’s portfolio has taken a back seat to a well-curated Instagram feed. Often, clients will ask for your Instagram before anything else. Over the years, I’ve come to realize it is no longer enough to just know design; we must also know how best to invite an audience to be a part of it through social media.
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Top & Opposite, right: This living room overlooking Biscayne Bay features a fireplace with a custom wood-and-bronze screen above it, French limestone-clad walls and a bar-and-billiards area. Opposite, left & Above: With the inclusion of carefully selected art books, this library becomes an installation of its own. Left: A privacy screen in bronze and a vibrant living wall of foliage complement a custom-cut marble vanity. All photography by Blue Ocean Photography Headshot: Photography by Corporate Headshots USA
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s he approaches his 50th year in landscape architecture, Orlando Comas reflects on the way it all began. “In the early 1970s, I was called to design the grounds of a large resort in South America,” he shares. “I ended up also creating a large-scale, 100-acre nursery for the project and subsequently supplied many others. It was a great experience and one that gave me a big career push and the confidence to step into it.” Since then, the Miami-based creative has produced an array of award-winning projects. An exploration of his portfolio showcases that for which Comas is known and beloved: inventive spatial choices, perfect planting
placements and gorgeous water features. When asked to reveal his greatest takeaways after building such a body of work, his answer is one that might surprise. “In as much as I can, I respond to the client’s needs and wishes. That is key. But also, professional ethics are very important; it is essential that one knows how to communicate effectively with fellow members of the design community, collaborating but also knowing where the line separates each discipline, so that everyone’s expertise shines.” The complementary nature of Comas’ landscapes—their tendency to frame the property’s structures in the most picturesque way—proves his practice of the concept.
ASK THE EXPERT Name influences and inspirations that inform your work. Alex Hanazaki is outstanding. Also, while visiting the 2014 Prague Landscape Festival, I met Adam Gebrian, who is raising awareness about the benefits of quality public spaces. And I follow the work of James Burnett, Gustafson Guthrie Nichol, Michel Desvigne and West 8, too. How do you see technology changing the design industry moving forward? It has played an important role in our work, and it doesn’t stop growing. I see technology as a never-ending helping hand to all design disciplines. Up to this point, what do you feel has been your greatest success? I must say I have been blessed. I’ve enjoyed wonderful clients and wonderful projects, and I can’t pin down one as the greatest success. All of the designs I’ve completed together make me what I am today: a very satisfied and fulfilled professional.
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Top: Comas and team designed a plan that met the owners’ program and created a distinctive tropical environment that protects all trees. It won a Luxe RED Awards Readers’ Choice, Landscape Design award in 2018. Left: Also the recipient of a RED award, but in 2020, this classical residence boasts a landscape that complements its architecture. Above: A water wall encloses the entry courtyard of this South Florida home. The plant palette is elegantly simple. Opposite: This Coral Gables landscape, with tropical plants and oolite stone blocks, won a RED award in 2019 and one from Architecture MasterPrize in 2020. Top: Photography by Carolina E. Left: Photography by Miller Porter Above: Photography courtesy of Orlando Comas, ASLA Opposite: Photography by Lifestyle Production Group
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“Gardens are sacred. They reconnect you with nature, activating the body’s ability to heal.”
incent Filigenzi’s path to becoming the renowned landscape architect he is today was full of travels and passionate people. It began in childhood, with his mother being a creative designer and his father an environmental scientist. “Given this, I find it natural that I design the environment,” he says. He goes on to detail one of the most influential experiences in his life: “At age 13, my father took me on a bicycle expedition 4,000 miles across the U.S., where I learned to embrace the diverse beauty of natural landscapes.” Later, he would earn degrees in horticulture and landscape architecture at Syracuse University, before embarking on a journey of hands-on learning with top landscape architects on world-class projects, from an urban design office in New York City to a Silicon Valley firm creating corporate campuses and an international resort firm. It culminated in his experience with Raymond Jungles in Miami, where he was mentored on the Brazilian modern gardens and subtropical designs of Roberto Burle Marx and
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VINCENT FILIGENZI, PRINCIPAL vincentfiligenzi.com 305.766.5004 vfdstudio published as a protégé of Jungles in Madé Wijaya’s book, Modern Tropical Garden Design. Now, he continues to provide professional landscape architecture for noteworthy projects through his own firm, Vincent Filigenzi Design (VFD). He has become known for his ability to deliver mature gardens that feel as if they’ve been there forever.
Share some key milestones in your company’s success. At the start, I won a design competition and was featured on a major television show and in publications. Fortunately, this led to celebrity clients and luxury properties. Another milestone was receiving an award for sourcing and implementing the landscape scope for the renovation of the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. What’s next for the firm? To continue doing what we love, which is to make mindful gardens with significance. In response to the pandemic, we are focusing on public open-space projects that provide healing gardens with safe alternatives for local schools and communities to reconnect. I’m also working on a line of outdoor furnishings.
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Top: A new motor court with delineated lighting and dramatic subtropical landscaping grounds this modern home in its surroundings. Above, left: This home’s architecture, by Reinaldo Borges, is complemented by minimal and tailored landscape design with mindfully placed accents. Above, right: Pristine views of a serene oak tree canopy frame a modern home by Touzet Studio. Opposite, left: One can view this gorgeous 7-acre property—and its stunning sunsets—from the newly designed terrace. Opposite, right: A redesigned terrace and pool area create more livable square footage. The use of a black pool, light pavers and ipe wood sets a dramatic stage. Top; Opposite, left & Opposite, right: Photography by Mark Nestler and John Poletto of One Sotheby’s International Realty Above, left: Photography by Sara Castaneda Above, right: Photography by Robin Hill
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eatrice Pila has experienced more success in her career than many dare to dream about. From being featured on famous television programs, to working on a seemingly endless variety of project types in residential and commercial, to showcasing her own furniture collection at High Point Market, the principal of B. Pila Design Studio is certainly not short on big moments. But ask her what her greatest reward is, and she points to something else. “Every finished project is the milestone,” she says. “Seeing my client’s reaction is the most fulfilling aspect of my work, time and again.” The perspective does align with her philosophy: “The true meaning and ultimate purpose of interior design is to be in the service of transforming others’ lives.” (For more on that, read Pila’s book, Sacred Spaces for Inspired Living.) Given this client-centric ideal, it comes as little surprise that Pila’s process is focused on the future inhabitants of every space. “Personally, I enjoy rustic
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and eclectic with a splash of bright color, but professionally, I don’t have a style,” she says. “It shifts based on the goals of my client.” Before any decision is made, Pila gets to know the client on a deeper level, going beyond aesthetic tastes to see the full picture of what the perfect home would be for them.
Name influences and inspirations that inform your work. Nature is my biggest influence. Then, human behavior, as it dictates the practical side of design. Traveling and experiencing all the cultures and foods the world has to offer has also been pivotal for me. As far as my design heroes go, I would count Frank Lloyd Wright and Ilse Crawford among them. What’s next for the firm? We will be transitioning to a new location, and we are also getting more involved in the education of future designers. Creating the trademarked Design Enlightenment Movement and presenting it to students of the trade has been my ongoing opus. The world needs to know that design can improve our lives, not only through beauty, but emotionally, behaviorally and even physiologically.
Left: It’s almost hard to believe that this is a hospitality space given its warmth and comfortable scale. But, it is indeed the lobby at Marriott Vacation Club on Ocean Drive. Right: This comfortable, yet elegant home was designed to capture the coastal ambience, with plenty of windows to let the outside in, exposed beams, detailed millwork, informal finishes and approachable textures.
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In the entry of architect John Melhorn’s Palm Beach Gardens home, Hakwood flooring from Absolute Hardwood Flooring is installed in a chevron pattern to match the mahogany door by Palm City Millwork, which has an Ashley Norton handle. Bernhardt’s Savoy Place console perches above two ottomans, while Apparatus’ Tassel sconces frame RH’s 1940s Églomisé mirror.
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y the time architect John Melhorn found the home that would become his young family’s new residence, the structure, a bank foreclosure, had been on the market for three years. “It was your classic stucco-concrete Florida house, devoid of any architectural interest,” he recalls. “But I had been looking for a home with an appealing location.” And the property, which is tucked in a golf community that borders a marshland preserve and is convenient to his office, was perfect in that regard. As Melhorn and his business partner, Christian Thomas—an architect who oversees construction for their firm—began reimagining the residence with input from John’s wife, Julie, they were motivated by both tradition and innovation. “We wanted to take classic forms and make them simpler and more approachable,” Melhorn says. Golf-community homes can follow a particular, predictable style, Thomas points out. “We wanted to rethink what that aesthetic looks like,” he says. They landed on a look Melhorn describes as “traditional Florida vernacular in its materials and details.” The façade has a concrete-block wall on the first floor and horizontal siding on the second—a nod to the region’s long tradition of building with pine—all topped with a cedarshingle roof. A trio of double-hung windows on the upper level crowns the front door, its warm wood a handsome contrast to the exterior’s relatively stark palette. That front entry creates “a sense of arrival and broadcasts strength and security,” Melhorn says, calling the design “a kind of elliptical element embracing and surrounding you as you prepare to enter the home.” While many neighbors have glass double front doors, this one—wood in a chevron pattern—creates a quiet moment of expectation before revealing a foyer that leads to the main living areas, with views straight to the backyard and expansive preserve beyond. “I like that the entry doesn’t reveal all of the home’s qualities immediately,” Melhorn says. “You don’t experience it all at once.” What you do find inside is a clean, contemporary palette and rooms that open graciously to one another. On the main level, the line between the living area fireplace and the kitchen’s range hood create a “spine” through the center of the home.
To further unify the public spaces, the team applied a wax-plaster product, developed by the firm, to the walls and ceilings. “It’s very durable—rock-hard,” Melhorn says. “But from an aesthetic standpoint, because the workmen apply it by hand and burnish it over and over, you get this beautiful character and warmth you can never get from drywall.” As the sun sets, light passes through the French doors that line the back wall of the west-facing living area, bouncing off the treatment. The neutral, earth-toned furnishings and decor—including rugs and window treatments selected with help from interior designer Krista Alterman of Krista + Home—add accents of blues, greens and yellows to complement the views and reflect an easygoing elegance. The living area has two seating arrangements: an intimate space near the fireplace and a slightly larger one that faces the kitchen. Meanwhile, the more casual family room—home to the only television in the house—has a large, cozy sectional sofa and playful geometric ottomans. The bedrooms offer a subdued take on the color palette and rely instead on layers of neutral texture, like the main bedroom’s cotton headboard, jute wallcovering and wool rug. The strategy was to keep the interior focused on the grounds, revamped by Melhorn and landscape designer Todd MacLean. The duo built a retaining wall to correct the site’s steep slope toward the marshlands and leave room for a pool, a play area for the children and an entertaining space. Using Bermuda grass, MacLean also created what he calls “an infinite edge” against the cordgrass and sawgrass of the preserve. In the front of the house, he moved existing coconut palms to flank the entry, relocated sabal palms into natural clusters and supplemented the garden with plants that attract birds and butterflies. “We enhanced what was already a beautiful site with a genuine Old Florida feel,” the landscape designer says. The project could be a case study for what the new generation of Old Florida homes might look like. It was also, Melhorn and Thomas say, a chance to fine-tune their firm’s approach to designing and building homes specifically for a client’s needs—even one of their own. “Ninety percent of architecture takes place in the field,” Thomas says. “We’re sewing back together architecture and construction into one coherent whole, in hopes of creating houses that respond to the individuals who live in them.”
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Brayden Studio pendants line the living area ceiling. By the Haifa Limestone fireplace, R Hughes chairs face a coffee table from Excentricities. The cocktail ottoman from Villa Vici in New Orleans and Sunpan’s Nuri end table join the furnishings on a Hibernia wool rug. Behind the sofa, Kelly Wearstler’s Bayliss lamp rests on an RH table.
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Above: Design Within Reach’s Saarinen dining table and Wishbone side chairs join Global Views’ Anvil Back head chairs beneath Jonathan Browning’s Montfaucon chandelier in the dining area. A Louis Reith artwork hangs above the Wrensilva record console. The ceiling and walls are treated with a custom wax plaster. Opposite: Kelly Wearstler’s Cleo pendants from Visual Comfort & Co. hang in the kitchen above Waterworks’ Henry faucet from Broedell Plumbing Supply. Forte Interiors fabricated the island’s stained-oak base and the cabinetry, painted Benjamin Moore’s Raccoon Fur and punctuated with Buster + Punch hardware. The Miele stove, beneath the CK Metalcraft hood, is from House of Appliances.
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Blu Dot’s Hecks ottomans gather on a Hibernia wool rug in the family room, illuminated by Arteriors’ Marsha chandelier and Loki wall sconce. Stained-oak shelving by Forte Interiors lines a Phillip Jeffries grass-cloth wallcovering, while custom draperies frame a view of a Frontgate umbrella outside. Control4 handled the home’s automation.
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Right: The cabana’s walk-through shower accommodates children and guests coming from the pool. Kohler’s Purist showerhead and faucet are affixed to subway tile, while Orion stone pebble mosaic tile flooring runs underfoot. Opposite: Someday by Kirsten Shannon hangs in the main bedroom above a bed with a cotton headboard and Kathy Kuo linens. Room & Board’s Moro nightstand complements Aerin’s Frankfort wall light from Visual Comfort & Co.
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A diverse selection of artwork and memorabilia guides the design of a South Florida apartment. W R I T T E N BY E L I Z A B E T H S TA M P P H O T O G R A P H Y BY M A R K R O S K A M S
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Fruitful Blossom by Maria Lucia Diaz centers the hall to the main suite of a Key Biscayne apartment by designers James and Miriam Duncan. A vintage wood basket rests among the owners’ artworks, including a piece by Esteban Cortezar (right, center) and another by Federico Uribe (right, bottom) from Adelson Galleries.
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works like a pencil drawing by Gonzalo Fuenmayor hang from the living area’s mirrors. More artful treasures occupy the living area’s double-shelf coffee table, decorate hallway walls and even show up in the main bathroom, where the Duncans installed a floor-to-ceiling bookcase. There, they also introduced a double shower as well as vanities they designed made of cerused floorboards. The rest of the apartment’s architecture was kept simple yet impactful, such as an arched pocket door leading to the main suite, a space designed to frame an artwork by Maria Lucia Diaz that commemorates the couple’s 25th wedding anniversary. The Duncans kept the furnishings just as diverse as the artwork, pairing pieces such as a sculptural black metal chandelier above a dining table with a brass base that mimics horse legs. The dining seating combines woven cane side chairs with light pink head chairs, while the living area mixes materials such as stone stools with a tufted velvet sofa—a nod to Reinaldo’s frequent business trips to London. “It was almost like a carte blanche to be able to use creativity and colors and mix patterns, materials and textures,” Miriam says. Closet space was insufficient, so the designers transformed a windowless bedroom into a spacious walk-in. The exercise proved valuable beyond space planning, as Reinaldo’s and Katalina’s wardrobes inspired the apartment’s colorful textiles and wallcoverings. “These are two individuals who are very into fashion,” Miriam says. “We needed to reflect that in the design of their apartment.” No space is more vibrant than the powder room, papered in a tropical wallcovering featuring hot pink birds and flora on a bright aqua background. But the designers established a calmer mood in the main bedroom, setting an ornate white headboard against a gray herringbone wall. “The headboard is very feminine looking, so we wanted to use more of a masculine wallpaper to create balance between husband and wife,” Miriam explains. Pieces like the room’s vintage yellow Murano chandelier and metaland-leather armchairs continue the apartment’s eclectic feel, albeit in a subdued manner. Outside, azure floor tiles on the terrace allude to the water nearby, while benches, a hammock from Colombia and lounge chairs offer plenty of spots to relax and enjoy the outdoors. But even with a bay view, the owners find it difficult to pull guests’ attention away from the wonders inside the apartment. “People come here, and they don’t sit down,” Reinaldo says. “They just go around looking.”
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The living area’s Lee Industries sofa, holding pillows in Manuel Canovas fabrics, joins a custom coffee table and armchairs, an antique bench, stools made of river rocks, an existing side table and a vintage rug. Hanging on the mirrored wall are works by (left to right) Uribe, Gonzalo Fuenmayor and Sara Rayo.
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Right: In the living area, Fred the French bulldog sits in front of a midcentury cabinet acquired from London’s Portobello Road market. Displayed above are Paula Sarmiento’s pencil drawings Estudio Anatomia I and Estudio Anatomia II from Art Alto in Medellín, Colombia. Opposite: Beneath the owners’ chandelier, Design Within Reach’s Hoffmann side chairs gather with custom head chairs around a midcentury dining table from 1stdibs. Centering the built-in bookcase is Love Is In The Air by Pedro Ruiz from Beatriz Esguerra Art in Bogotá, Colombia.
An antique chandelier crowns the main bedroom, wrapped in a Phillip Jeffries wallcovering from Holly Hunt. The vintage benches and armchairs from 1stdibs complement the custom bed. A Sarreid LTD nightstand holds a Circa Lighting table lamp. Underfoot is a rug from ABC Carpet & Home.
Above, left: A glass panel by Tonesco Luxurious Carved Mirrors shields the main bathroom’s shower, which houses a stool from Mecox. A Cisco Home lighting pendant hangs by the custom mirror and vanity. The Rohl showerhead and faucets are from Ferguson, and the walls are painted Benjamin Moore Distant Gray. Above, right: The powder room makes a vibrant statement thanks to a Matthew Williamson wallpaper. A Circa Lighting wall sconce and vintage mirror hang above a Rohl faucet and an RH sink. A 1970s magazine rack occupies a corner.
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Vivid blue floor tiles from Cuban Tropical Tile pave the plant-filled terrace. “We wanted a tile that looked like water in the abstract,� James says. Brown Jordan armchairs, a Design Within Reach sofa and a Phillips Collection coffee table are illuminated by an Ikea chandelier.
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Artist Hayley Sheldon threads colorful yarn into a handmade wood frame to create vibrant decorative screens. Available through her website and Uprise Art, Sheldon’s screens appear in places such as DUMBO House in Brooklyn and the Kimpton Alton Hotel in San Francisco. She has also received commissions to use her technique to create window coverings, floating headboards and a screen door.
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Architecture: Dennis Rainho, YRA Design Inc. Interior Design: Kara Miller, Kara Miller Interiors Home Builder: Michael Maxwell, Maxwell Building Corporation Landscape Architecture: Steve West, Parker-Yannette Design Group, Inc.
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a second refrigerator and floor-to-ceiling lockers— one for each child—designed by Miller. “With four kids, all involved in various sports, they needed a space where they could neatly stow all their sports gear and backpacks,” she explains. The family-friendly mindset continued in Miller’s choice of hardworking performance fabrics throughout the home, such as flax-colored Crypton on the club room sofa and indoor-outdoor textiles on counter stools and dining chairs. “The owners can literally take them outside and hose them off,” she says. The designer restrained the palette in the common areas for a cool, California vibe, balancing white walls and clean-lined furnishings with wood accents and select shades of blue. Yet she still made sure to leave her signature mark of inserting bold prints where appropriate. The laundry room’s flooring consists of intricately tiled maritime blues and grays, which complement the mudroom’s blue lockers and cabinets. Each bedroom suite also has its own pop of color or pattern: a blowfish-print wallpaper for the son’s bathroom; blush hues for the younger daughters’ shared bedroom; seafoam and lavender tones for the eldest’s. But the space that draws the most attention is the back exterior, accessed from the living area’s sliding glass doors. With the move to a smaller home, indoor-outdoor living was essential to the family, and the team delivered with a large covered loggia that houses an outdoor kitchen, a dining table and a gathering area. Overlooking the seventh hole on the golf course, the property also includes a pool, a private outdoor shower and an elevated deck with a fire pit and lounge seating. Landscape architect Steve West designed the grounds, and Miller fulfilled the husband’s single request for a triple-faucet sink—just like the one at his favorite local restaurant—in the cabana bathroom. The family’s new residence is a hive of activity, the wife says, and that’s just what they envisioned. “I’m at the point in my life where I want to enjoy what I have—and our surroundings and my family,” she says. Most importantly, each beautiful space is lovingly used. “We were very intentional with this house,” Miller says. “Every square foot was well thought-out.”
A pool by Top Notch Pools beckons in the backyard of a Jupiter home by designer Kara Miller. Landscape architect Steve West added plantings such as Christmas palms, ligustrum trees, hibiscus and green island ficus, installed by Green Giant Landscape. Beneath the Visual Comfort & Co. wall sconce, Serena & Lily pillows top the owners’ chaises.
The living area houses a Lee Industries sofa and armchair, Noir and Serena & Lily side tables, a Palecek lounge chair and a CFC coffee table. Visual Comfort & Co. lamps echo lighting pendants by the brand in the kitchen, which features a backsplash of Tabarka Studio tiles from Douglas Stephenson Marble and Tile. Made Goods stools line the quartz-topped island.
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Lee Industries captain’s chairs and indoor-outdoor Made Goods side chairs surround the wood CFC dining table on porcelain flooring from Padron Flooring & Design Center. Above, rattan Serena & Lily lighting pendants fill the volume of ceiling height. Plush House fabricated the linen draperies with a leading edge detail.
“ We were very intentional with this house. Every square foot was well thought-out.” –KARA MILLER
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Above: Kohler’s Brockway sink from Broedell Plumbing Supply takes center stage in the cabana bathroom, where a pair of recessed RH medicine cabinets are affixed beneath Visual Comfort & Co. wall sconces. Resting on the floor tiles by the Cement Tile Shop are a basket and towels by Serena & Lily. Left: A Made Goods chandelier oversees the main bedroom, painted Benjamin Moore Horizon. A Lee Industries ottoman and armchairs join an Emissary garden stool at the foot of the Tritter Feefer bed, and a Surya rug layers over another from Flor Source. Visual Comfort & Co. lamps top the CFC nightstands. Andio Painting, Inc. mimicked wood on the ceiling.
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