Innholdsfortegnelse for V25-3 i Florida Design – Digital Edition

Celebrating 20 years, the biannual MAISON&OBJET Paris remains true to its commitment to finding the hidden gems of creation as established designers and rising talents gather to express their talents. Hosted at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre from Sept. 4-8, 2015, and again in January, these decorating salons reflect a moment of change when emerging trends, retail strategies and the latest materials in the industry are revealed. For more information, visit www.maison-objet.com.…

In celebration of a decade of design innovation, Visionnaire Home Philosophy combines visual dynamism, drama and global influences in its new collections created in collaboration with international “archistar” Steve Leung. “We wanted to celebrate our 10th anniversary and the globalization of our company with a capsule collection designed by a world-renowned architect and designer,” says Eleonore Cavalli, Creative Director at Visionnaire. Dubbed “Nature’s Jewel Box,” the collections include furnishings shaped as natural elements, covered with soft tanning leathers, or inlaid with marble, onyx and semiprecious stones. For more information, visit www.visionnairemiami.com or call the Miami showroom at 786/577-4370.…

“Sometimes the intensity works to your advantage,” designer Katherine Thomas says. “Due to structural changes, the team lost three months on an already tight finish date, but the result was well worth the extra effort.” THE AQUA WATERS OF JUPITER INLET ONLY MINUTES AWAY ... CHECK; golf courses on rolling green turf … check; and a waterfront lot and dock perfect for a boat and some serious deep sea fishing … double check. What wasn’t perfect about the site in exclusive Admirals Cove in Jupiter, Fla.? Well, the original house that sat on that lot according to Ryan Kelly, Vice President of Turtle Beach Construction. “It was frankly, the ugliest, green house in the development,” he says. And President of Turtle Beach, Sebastian Smallegange decided it should be razed. In…

WHILE MOST FLORIDIANS LOOK FORWARD TO FALL, the residents of Hutchinson Island, an exclusive barrier strip separating the Atlantic Ocean from the Indian River near Stuart, Fla., can’t help but be reminded of a devastating event. In September of 2004, Hurricane Frances and then two weeks later Hurricane Jean, delivered a knockout punch to the island with wind gusts of 100mph to 120mph. While some moved to less-threatening locales, one family decided to turn a destructive event to their advantage. The owners of this already grand mansion created in the Palm Beach style, set out to reimagine their residence as a Renaissance-inspired palazzo. First to join the design team that completed the project was builder Paul Kleinfeld, followed by interior designer Joan Simonsen-Hickok. The planned residence and its adjoining guest…

Fine Art Lamps recently introduced a state-of-the-art LED collection of handcrafted pendants and sconces designed by acclaimed international interior designer, Allison Paladino. The multi-award winning recipient of the prestigious ARTS Award, Fine Art Lamps has been creating and designing handcrafted decorative lighting with shimmering metals, hand-blown glass and other unique materials since 1940. The Allison Paladino Collection incorporates the company’s exclusive studio process of dichroic rough-cut sculpted glass as conceived by its master glass artist, Frank Englesby. Illuminated by hidden LED’s that create a multi-colored luster, each glass piece is transformed into a work of art meticulously hand-finished in either aged silver leaf, Florentine gold leaf or bronze. With its sophisticated design and artistic craftsmanship, The Allison Paladino Collection for Fine Art Lamps will appeal to the most discerning tastes.…

In the sophisticated great room, neutral seating vignettes adorned with lime green and orange accent pillows from Lilly Pulitzer, and artist Richard DeQuattro’s painting on the wall, The Queens Court, brighten the space with bold splashes of color. EVEN WHEN INTERIOR DESIGNER TARA BATES AND HER realtor husband, James, renovated historic properties in his native England, they wanted the interiors to be contemporary. So, when they moved to Naples, Fla., in 2006 and bought this 1958-era house, they decided to raze the entire home and build a brand new contemporary residence. “I wanted clean lines and materials that play off of each other,” Bates says. The couple commissioned Gerald Yurk, an architect with a passion for fine design and expertise in construction and technology, to design their 5,329-square-foot home located…

BUILT TO ENTERTAIN YET INTIMATE ENOUGH TO FUNCTION daily, this transitional, 8,235-square-foot Modern Mediterranean residence viscerally envelops with its lake views and downtown cityscape. Homeowner Edwin DeJesus purchased his one-acre lot in the neighborhood of College Park in Orlando, Fla., on a peninsula surrounded by Lake Ivanhoe, just two miles from his downtown office. “I call it a hidden secret because it’s close to downtown yet feels far from the city,” he says. DeJesus commissioned architect Phil Kean to design and build his new home for entertaining, and to function as “a house within a house.” Kean joined forces with interior designer Edward Woodill to create a warm contemporary interior scheme throughout three independent areas: first, a modest daily living space that includes the kitchen, breakfast area, family room, master…

Hints of the past blend into contemporary and modern furnishings to create an eclectic feel characterized by opaque, soft and comfortable tones found in Baxter’s new innovative “Mood Book” collection. These Baxter settings are intimate, cozy, soft and welcoming as shades of saffron yellow, ruby red and sage green become the predominant tones, enhanced and showcased when paired with materials such as brass, opaline glass and new types of leather. With a markedly 1930s-1950s undertone, each unique piece has a story behind it and comes with a guarantee of the highest standards of quality — the result of exacting stylistic research. Baxter furnishings are now available at Internum, a chain of luxury contemporary furniture showrooms that provides the ultimate shopping experience for the consumer who wants high-end goods and outstanding…

In August, Florida Design perused the scene at the World Market Center to check out the 2015 Las Vegas Market — a premier event that boasts a 21st-century platform for what’s best and what’s next in design. Located in one of the world’s most accessible and exciting cities, the Las Vegas Market draws a diverse group of more than 50,000 qualified buyers and various other industry professionals from around the globe to each semi-annual market. With more than 1,200 exhibitors, we sifted through the latest innovative concepts and furnishings for the home to present a smattering of some of the freshest designs from this year’s show. For more information, please call 800/748-5065.…

Master Italian yacht maker Benetti introduced the majestic M/Y Lady Candy in 2013 with a contemporary design, superior technology and stylish interiors. The 184-foot, 962-ton luxury vessel is the ultimate floating residence. Built from aluminum and steel on a time-tested Naval architectural platform, the ship cruises at a maximum speed of 17 knots. With Naval design from Benetti, together with styling from Captain Paul Brackley’s Central Yacht Design Studio, the exterior lines of the ship have a contemporary feel and a timeless elegance. For information, visit www.benettiyachts.it.…

INTERIOR DESIGNER STEVEN Gurowitz must have spent his childhood gazing at the stars, where space is virtually indeterminate. Perhaps he had fantastical dreams in which boundaries moved and shifted — coming-to or going-from the undefined. Not one ceiling is left flat and unattended. No corner remains without reflected light. And rare is the wall that doesn’t have something that resonates symbiotically elsewhere in the room. And yet, the designs by Steven G. are as serene as … a pristine waterfall … that is exactly one of the features he decided to incorporate into an extravagantly elegant home in the oceanfront Ritz-Carlton Residences on Singer Island. Facing South Florida’s Atlantic coast from the 5th floor, the 3,800-square-foot apartment is created for a bachelor whose only directive was “to make it flow;…

IT IS NO SECRET THAT THE CULTURAL LINE BETWEEN THE Americas — its Latin and its Northern counterparts — has become more blurred in recent years. Everything from fashion to music finds adherents on both continents and in between. The same holds true for architecture and design. When interior designer Pepe Calderin, a native of Cuba, was asked by his clients to design and remodel a 4,000-square-foot home in Doral, Fla., the couple brought with them the sensibilities of both Venezuela and Cuba. Calderin and his lead designer, Mayleen Marrero, sought to translate the owners’ vision into something with both the alegria de vivir (joy of living) of the warmer climes and the sleek South Florida styling that plays to any cultural aesthetic. But first there were the “brick and…

A ward-winning architect Carl Abbott has been known to study a site extensively before he begins a project. The architect conveys that his vision is “informed by the land,” as he takes time to consider how the angles of the sun, views of the sea and stretch of horizon will affect the design. To create the exterior of this modern, 3,500-square-foot, multi-storied home in Siesta Key, Fla., with views of Sarasota Bay, Abbott employed natural tones, nautical railings and huge wall panels of floor-to-ceiling glass to capture natural light and maximize all water views. “In this house, one has a sense of floating on the water … yet from the quiet road, there is no sense that it’s near the Bay,” the architect says. Even now, “The Dolphin House,” a…

On a clear night, the homeowners of this spectacular 3,000-square-foot pied-à-terre in Miami Beach, Fla., perched on the 37th floor of the Setai Hotel and Residences, can see from downtown Miami and up to the Palm Beaches. With that in mind, the aesthetics of this interior scheme designed by Jennifer Post speak to both the style and ease of the “Magic City.” When dealing with glass wraparounds that reveal a white and blue sky, “you have to follow the ocean and skyline,” the designer says. And so, white stone flooring, pure white walls and millwork are accented with subtle, sophisticated tones of green, blue and turquoise — hues that speak to the colors of the seascape beyond. In the hallway, pop artist Desire Obtain Cherish explores contemporary desires with his…

Contemporary designs combine with classic inspirations as expressive forms and materials speak for themselves at High Point each April and then again in October. Notice the importance of detail as warm colors, stunning metallic hues and an emphasis on simplicity with decorative details exude elegance. With the latest trends in furniture, lighting, accessories and textiles, High Point has its finger on the pulse of global design as manufacturers gather to reveal a wealth of ideas, inspiration and impressions. For more information, call 800/874-6492.…

Dreaming of a tranquil outdoor living space with furnishings in soft hues that reflect the sea and sky? You’ll find inspiration at the International Casual Furniture Market — a premier venue for the latest in casual living design. Hosted at The Merchandise Mart in Chicago, Ill., Sept. 16-19, 2015, the show features over 250 innovative exhibitors. This year, classic design exudes comfort and style with minimalist teak and handwoven pieces and furnishings with vibrant pops of color. For more information on this year’s colors, trends, patterns and more, visit www.casualmarket.com.…

Imagine an exotic tropical escape where an unprecedented level of privacy, comfort, and luxury go hand in hand. The exclusive Maldives resort, One & Only Reethi Rah, meaning “Beautiful Island” in the native language of “Dhivehi,” is surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and set amid 109 tropical acres. The resort, sited on one of the largest islands in North Male’ Atoll, is part of the One & Only award-winning chain of resorts that welcome visitors to some of world’s most beautiful locales. This rare jewel affords astonishing levels of seclusion with four miles of unspoiled coastline that beckon guests to its 12, pristine white-sand beaches, each lying in a private cove. Guests journey to Reethi Rah on the resort’s private yacht, and upon arrival, are…

For a pair of empty nesters living in St. Louis, Mo., the lure of the residential golf community of Admirals Cove in Jupiter, Fla., proved irresistible. The couple chose the established luxury development because of its waterfront access and various amenities that center on golf and recreation. When the opportunity arose to purchase this 2,500-square-foot vacation home on the waterfront, the couple decided to acquire it even though they knew a major renovation lay ahead. The split-level residence had not been upgraded since it was first built in the 1980s. Interior designer Donna Amerino, and partner Mike Maloney, took on the job of transforming a house that was dark and outdated. Maloney, a master designer, began drawing up floor plans, while Amerino searched for furnishings and textiles. “We wanted to…

Starting at the threshold of a refined lifestyle, FENDI Château Residences marks the first branded real estate project globally for the Italian luxury house that joins forces with private developer Château Group. Slated to be completed in late Spring 2016, the unique 12-story condominium building features 58 exclusive oceanfront residences and penthouses ranging in size from 3,300 square feet to more than 7,000 square feet. With innovative undulated architecture that echoes the waves, the amenity spaces and residences are characterized by bespoke designs styled by FENDI in collaboration with the interior design firm Fanny Haim & Associates. Strategically located, FENDI Château allows residents to savor the pulsating life of Miami with its avant-garde art and design culture, as well as its sandy beaches and lush surroundings. For information, visit www.fendichateauresidences.com…

Alimited edition of 12 Richard Meier Signature Penthouses will crown the North and South towers of The Surf Club Four Seasons Hotel and Residences, a visionary project that epitomizes luxury living in the 21st century, while evoking the glamour of old Miami. The simplex, duplex, and triplex Signature Penthouses range in size from 5,400 to 7,500 interior square feet, are completely open to the sky, and include landscaped rooftop gardens, private swimming pools and summer kitchens that make entertaining a dream come true. The pièce de résistance to this magnificent offering is a personal and private design consultation with Richard Meier himself. Meier, best known as the designer of the Getty Center in Los Angeles and recipient of the Pritzker Prize, architecture’s highest honor, imparts his mastery of profoundly contemporary…