Innholdsfortegnelse for Volume 27-4 i Florida Design – Digital Edition

Here we are going into the 16th edition of Art Basel Miami Beach! International flavor explodes in the heart of South Florida as art curators, collectors and enthusiasts worldwide descend upon the city from Dec. 7-10, 2017. More than 200 of the world’s leading global Modern and contemporary art galleries display artworks by over 4,000 artists. From the beautiful Miami Beach Convention Center through the historic Art Deco District and across Biscayne Bay to the Miami Design District, and Midtown and Wynwood Arts Districts — it’s all happening. Are you on the A list? For more information about the show, visit artbaselmiamibeach.com. ERASER SCULPTURE, 2012, BY ARTIST JOSÉ DAMASCENO.Courtesy of Galeria Millan.…

Irina Paints for herself. It’s the way she expresses her joy for life and love for nature’s natural beauty. Her largest influence has been Georgia O’Keefe, next to her own life and the forever-changing environment around her. Working in thin layers and adding colour as she goes, Irina creates a unique colour story with every piece. Her background as a fashion illustrator comes across clear in her pieces, most prominently in her flower paintings. Her flowers resemble the movement of fabric. “Flowers are so delicate and transparent in the light, you can always see the texture and the colours that are intertwined together.” Irina has always enjoyed art from an early age and has grown to find painting to be her life’s joy. It has become the driving passion of…

Robb & Stucky recently celebrated the grand opening of its new showroom in Boca Raton, Fla. Among the luxury retailer’s signature brands is Bernhardt Furniture, which presented a fashionably curated line of products in the Bernhardt Interiors Boutique within the Robb & Stucky showroom. As part of the opening day festivities, Florida Design and Bernhardt partnered with Robb & Stucky to present a design seminar titled “Elevating Your Design Style,” which was attended by design industry professionals. For more information, please call 561/931-2700 or visit robbstuckyintl.com.…

Dazzlingly blue sky and sea; brilliantly white organic structure: these words do injustice to the setting and the flow of the Dominican getaway meant for friends, family, and perhaps reverence for the beauties of nature. Beneath the palapa, Century Furniture’s club chairs swivel to capture breathtaking views. EVEN WITH MOTHER NATURE seemingly on a rampage, there remain places in the Caribbean that have been mercifully side-stepped. With gratitude, the resort community of Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic continues to offer the stunning treasures of island living. Developed in the 1960s, Casa de Campo is the oldest of the island’s three high-end resort communities. Interior designer Juan Montoya’s reputation for creating magnificently sultry island retreats in these sanctums set the stage for his eponymous design company to be chosen…

Grafton Furniture, family owned since 1964, is a South Florida leader in high-end custom furnishings for the residential, commercial and marine industries. A recent partnership with CNBC’s Marcus Lemonis, also known as “The Profit,” helped revitalize its 22,000-square-foot workroom to incorporate lines from luxury designers such as B+G Design, B Pila Design Studio and a Grafton and Lemonis collaboration, The American Dream Collection. For more information, call 305/696-3811 or visit graftonfurniture.com.…

WE’VE ALL HEARD THAT TOO MANY COOKS SPOIL THE STEW. Though many first-class “chefs” were involved in the creation of this 5,000-square-foot, Naples waterfront residence, designer Linda Sonders coordinated the diverse talents and timetables to make for what the homeowners call a seamless and “delicious” design experience. “Linda was involved in every part of the project. She is a realtor and we bought the existing house through her six years ago; then as the project manager, she helped us decide on the team and guided their collaboration,” the owner says. “And she is a wonderful designer, whose tastes are perfectly in sync with ours.” A chocolate-stained oak dining table from Restoration Hardware is surrounded by French-inspired chairs covered in a sapphire Perennials linen. Overhead, Visual’s Comfort’s polished nickel lanterns, each…

GALLERY ONE TWENTY features one-of-a-kind jewelry by Terry England, bronze sculptures by Copper Tritscheller and mixed medium paintings by James Havard. New Smyrna Beach, 386/410-4106 HUA-YAO TUNG’S mixed media paintings combine western techniques and eastern quality, which blend the essence of nature with the oriental mystique. tungart.com MARLENE ROSE is an award-winning sandcast glass sculptor internationally known in museums as well as top galleries. Each piece is a unique work of art. Clearwater, 727/447-7673 GARDNER COLBY GALLERIES represent an eclectic mix of contemporary, transitional and abstract artists. Shown is “Abstract #3,” acrylic, 48” x 48” by Laura Park. Naples, 239/403-7787 ART ALIVE, LLC offers gallery quality art manufactured in the U.S. Choose from their unique catalog of canvas, metal acrylic and wood or request your customized art solutions. Sunrise, 954/530-9944…

The appropriate and complementary surface material is crucial to creating the comfort and purpose of any space. Decorative surface materials have the ability to convert a merely functional surface into the centerpiece of a room. Designers no longer need to sacrifice the richness of natural surfaces for the flexibility and durability of synthetic material. High-end decorative surface materials are now created with deep consideration of color, pattern and texture. Nowhere are these advantages as abundant as they are at Kinon® Surface Design, Inc.’s state-of-the-art showroom in Boynton Beach, Fla. For information, call 561/600-2500 or visit kinon.com.…

Synonymous with high style, elegance and sophistication, world luxury furnishings leader Armani/Casa inspires us with a new home collection on display in its 4,000-square-foot Miami Design District showroom. Under the direction of Brand Manager and CEO, Massimo Melchiorre, the showroom showcases a blend of furnishings, decorative accessories, fabrics and lighting, as well as bath and kitchen concepts. The new collection envelops us with a fusion of architectural shapes, hand-painted pieces and radiant finishes in metal and wood. For more information, call 305/573-4331 or visit armanicasa.com.…

HERE IN THE SUNSHINE STATE, ARCHITECTURAL BEAUTY IS everywhere in various forms, shades and shapes. So when interior designer Susan Lachance’s New York clients asked her to fashion their second home as the antithesis of their urban cosmopolitan living, she had some wiggle room. More specifically, she had space for bursts of primary colors, geometric patterns and clean contemporary lines. The result is a striking home bathed in warm South Florida sunlight beaming in from windows galore. This modern, 9,290-square-foot residence sits comfortably on a quiet cul-de-sac in St. Andrews, a Boca Raton, Fla., community known for its luxuriously defined residences. Architect James Gilgenbach designed the home to maximize privacy and optimize views. “The greatest asset of the property is the lake and the view down the golf course beyond…

INTERIOR DESIGNER JENNY PROVOST’S INTRODUCTION TO her client — a businessman, who moved here from South Africa and became a major success — was a “short” conversation that lasted for a few hours. He had seen her work and visited her office where they met for the first time. “I felt like I was conversing with a colleague,” Provost says. “He may not have had the lingo and superlatives we use, but he could tell me what he wanted.” “I pride myself on creating fearless design for clients willing to take risks,” interior designer Jenny Provost says. “And there is no better example of a forward-thinking client needing a fearless designer than this one.” Provost soon realized that her client was not only a risk taker in business, but also…

In the living room, contemporary art mixes with the vintage, white leather-clad “Elda” chair by Joe Colombo. Nearby, a molded plastic toy from Stripe Vintage Modern appears as a chrome sculpture atop Armand Jonckers’ 1970s gilt brass cocktail table. Niba Designs’ bold-striped area rug grounds the social space. INTERIOR DESIGNER ROBERT BROWN’S CHIC MIAMI BEACH condominium on Lincoln Road is all about detail. He has placed colorful art on the walls, designed rooms built around an atrium and maintained smooth, polished terrazzo flooring. “My parents were English and I grew up in major houses with large gardens,” Brown says. “Now I have a stylish home with no hassle. I have no view except for my atrium and the sky … and I love it!” Brown wanted his 2,300-square-foot, third-floor apartment…

ALLISON PALADINO INTERIOR DESIGN creates interiors that exude a modern elegance. Allison Paladino Collections is her exclusive line of home furnishings, rugs and lighting. Jupiter, 561/741-0165 DOWNSVIEW KITCHENS has been an industry leader for 50 years in custom design, featuring a variety of styles and finishes. Their designs are artfully crafted in North America. Juno Beach, 561/799-7700 ROCHE BOBOIS PARIS is one of the largest designers and distributors of high-end contemporary furnishings with 250+ showrooms in 40+ countries. North Palm Beach, 561/835-4982 THE DECORATORS UNLIMITED has been creating beautiful interiors since 1985. From traditional to transitional, coastal to modern, they can create your dream home. Palm Beach Gardens, 561/625-3000 ANNIE SANTULLI, an exclusive interior decorator for high-end homes and luxury yachts, utilizes her multiple styles and intuitive skill for knowing…

light as snow This luxurious chandelier, by designer Alberto Donà for Artemest, is reminiscent of a delicate snowflake created with a beautiful brass structure, a shiny finish and bulbs set in a Murano glass sphere. artemest.com swirl of a chair “Arpa,” Christopher Guy’s fabulous statement chair, features a metal back and cocentric swirls, plush upholstery and wide tapered legs. 800/476-9505 aston martin Record-breaking football star Tom Brady collaborated with Aston Martin’s Q by Aston Martin bespoke service to produce the “Aston Martin Vanquish S Volante Tom Brady Signature Edition,” with delivery in 2018. astonmartin.com beauty aside Designer Hebanon Fratelli Basile’s “Gallery Sideboard” from Artemest is exquisitely crafted in ash wood with an olive finish supported by iron legs. This striking piece captures the eye as an objet d’art. artemest.com jonathan…

Premier art dealers are among the top-tier exhibitors presenting the finest in antiques, jewelry and fine art at the Palm Beach Jewelry, Art & Antique Show hosted at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Fla., from Feb. 14-20, 2018. Punctuated by a series of public lectures, the show attracts an international group of curators, collectors and connoisseurs. For more information, call 561/822-5440 or visit palmbeachshow.com.…

The Amini family is renowned as antique and fine rug experts, offering the most rare and authentic Persian rugs dating back to the 17th century to the present day modern hand-knotted area rugs to fit any decor. With two showrooms across South Florida, Bay Harbor Rug Gallery offers clients and interior designers the flexibility of customizing rugs in any design, shape, size and color for both residential and commercial spaces. For information call Bay Harbor Rugs (Miami Beach), 305/866-5551 and Antique & Contemporary Rug Gallery (Naples), 239/228-7858 or visit bayharborrugs.com.…

561.582.6600 | www.daleconstruction.org FROM THE UNPARALLELED OCEAN-FRONT vistas of Palm Beach and Manalapan to the expansive greenery of the world-renowned polo community, Dale Construction Corporation is your trusted resource for new construction, renovation and estate management. Directed by Vice President, Robert W. Burrage, this boutique construction firm transcends the industry standards in extraordinary quality, oversight, client-focused service and transparency. With over 33 years of dedicated experience, Dale Construction is your ideal partner to realize the home you love. Whether you’re aspiring to draw your beloved visions from the ethos into three dimensions or searching for the personalized and detailed estate maintenance your home deserves, Dale Construction will implement the solution that’s perfect for you.…

The estates and superyachts of the mega rich are designed by famous architects, constructed by well-known builders and decorated by celebrated interior designers. But who are the artisans, engineers and installers that bring these visions to life? Just a few steps off center stage is one such company: Cleveland-based Merritt, a $50+ million interior strategy firm. And since its founding by George A. Merritt in 1967 as an ultra-high-end woodworking company, Merritt has expanded traditional boundaries for this particular niche to now encompass a breadth of services and products. A passion for creating masterfully designed custom woodworking that combines exquisite artistry and matchless sophistication is what puts brothers G. Michael Merritt and Keith Merritt in a league of their own. With a team comprised of millworkers, master carvers, carpenters and…

DESIGN CENTER OF THE AMERICAS (DCOTA) has served South Florida’s world-class designers, architects and decorators for over 30 years as the premier luxury destination. Dania Beach, 954/920-7997 TODAY’S CUSTOM DESIGN features “Deco” bath cabinets designed by Jaime Perczek ASFD, with shaped stone tops in quartz and cabinets in Anegre wood. Dania Beach, 954/925-0701; Suite C-172 INSIDE OUT offers the finest in outdoor furniture with Gloster, a company that represents timelessly beautiful exteriors and special moments outdoors. Dania Beach, 954/920-2010; Suite B-216 RUGS BY ZHALEH presents a complete line of fine handwoven rugs in a choice of exciting colors and different textures, in modern and traditional designs. Dania Beach, 954/929-6095; C-170 DOWNSVIEW KITCHENS has been leading the custom kitchen industry for the last 50 years. Their creations are artfully designed and…