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Beacon Outdoor Lighting is a family-owned business with deep Southwest Florida roots, dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into stunning showcases with illumination. Led by founder Cory Moore, Beacon’s experienced team emphasizes a “design first” approach that integrates state-of-the-art lighting technologies with the client’s needs, architectural elements, and landscape features. The Beacon team begins with a discovery phase where their lighting designers discuss the client’s vision and assess the property. They then present a comprehensive lighting design which is brought to life with Beacon’s in-house lighting technicians. Beacon partners with WAC Landscape Lighting, an industry leader in customizable lighting solutions. They offer a wide variety of fixtures, including Colorscaping. Colorscaping is a tunable white and RGBWW-color system that blends seamlessly into the environment while bringing outdoor spaces magically to life. Contact…

The latest collaboration that has both real estate types and design arbiters buzzing is that of Ally Coulter with Catalfumo Companies. The association means the interior designer will offer bespoke services to buyers at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Palm Beach Gardens. Coulter, whose client list includes everyone from Tommy Hilfiger to Ralph Lauren, has revealed her approach will be “transitional American style” that’s in tune with the property’s oceanfront location: “By utilizing materials like wood, stone, and glass, along with a soft, neutral color palette, I aim to create interiors that seamlessly blend with the surrounding environment, capturing the essence of the Intracoastal Waterway.” The condominium project, which boasts three seven-story towers with 106 homes that start at $4.6 million, is scheduled for completion by early 2026. theresidencespalmbeachgardens.com; allycoulter.com…

Ale Meskita was born in Brazil to a family of artists. At 15, she began painting, weaving, and working with textiles, and in 2010, started the fashion line MESKITA in New York, attaining success in department stores worldwide. She finds her artistic inspiration in the creation of textiles and the structured movements of her embroidered fashion designs. In 2016, Meskita married her art aesthetic to tailored craftsmanship, creating artwork for her Miami living room. She intricately entwined acrylic-painted canvas with colored cords and yarns. Meskita wanted to create art that could be touched and retain its form; however, she also wanted to create something that changes shape and hue when admired from different angles, becoming a completely different art piece based on one’s reference point. Through weaving, and painting, she…

Florida Design gathered clients and friends of the magazine for a lunch at The Ben in West Palm Beach to share the magazine’s plans for the rest of 2024 and into 2025. Editor-in-Chief Luis R. Rigual spoke about editorial initiatives to come and shared tips on how design professionals can submit their projects for feature consideration in FD editions, while Publisher Terry Duffy shared information about upcoming sales and marketing strategies.…

THE TASTEMAKERS: Roberto Racy and Nicholas Gennari head up Miami’s Nar Design Studio, an interior design firm with commercial and residential projects all over the country, and award recognitions from the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Hungary. THE OBJECT: Part of the Erosion Collection by Zaha Hadid Architects for Neutra, the Minera table (revealed earlier this year at Milan Design Week) is crafted from a single block of Carrara marble and accommodates up to eight people. The piece is one of eight in the world. IN THEIR WORDS: “The Minera reaches a superior level of craftsmanship and design through its bespoke curves,” says Gennari. “It’s a unique interpretation of biophilic design with futuristic nuances.” “It’s the type of piece I would use with any client who loves to…

Brunschwig & Fils knows presentation is everything when it comes to design. Case in point: To showcase its latest textile and wallpaper collection, La Menagerie, the brand turned to two of its favorite Palm Beach residents, photographer Nick Mele and interior designer Danielle Rollins, for help. To say the two longtime friends went the extra mile is an understatement. Rollins designed various rooms in Mele’s house using the collection, and Mele then photographed those spaces (with himself and his family as models) for the campaign. “I love lots of patterns and maximalist decor, so I jumped at this opportunity,” says Mele. La Menagerie, which features six archival designs in three new printed fabrics, wallpapers, and embroidered patterns, is available through Kravet showrooms nationwide. kravet.com CORDLESS CACHET Wires are so passé.…

“You’re not just making furniture anymore,” said Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller’s first design director, to company founder D.J. De Pree once. “You’re making a lifestyle.” Rohde was referring to the way he was pivoting the furniture maker away from traditional reproductions to original designs that better served the time’s changing architecture and people’s daily lives. During his tenure (1932 to 1944) with Herman Miller, Rohde pushed the company into modern times with moves such as the 1941 introduction of the Rohde Easy Chair and Rohde Paldao Table, two iconic pieces in the brand’s catalogue that were recently reintroduced for the first time in 80-plus years. “Rohde’s American perspective brought warm, new materials, and bold forms to the discipline, elements that remain central to our brand,” says Noah Schwarz, Herman Miller’s…

Here’s a first—literally. The fall 2024 collection from Roche Bobois features two new collaborations with designers the brand has never worked with before. Designed by Franco-Chinese artist Jiang Qiong Er, the Bamboo Mood line is a modern interpretation of the traditional Chinese lounge in shades of celadon and coral, two iconic colors in Asian decorative arts. Also new to the Roche Bobois catalogue is renowned French designer Patrick Norguet and his Elanta line, a grouping of tables, chairs, and sideboards marked by intricate woodwork. Expect more from these creators in seasons to come. roche-bobois.com…

When an environmental science professor tapped Paul Charette to oversee the architecture and interior design of an all-new and environmentally conscious home in Port St. Lucie, the Boca Raton architect proved that while going green in terms of real estate is not exactly simple, it’s certainly worth the effort. By working closely with the builder, contractor, and landscape architect, Charette and the team delivered a modern house that meets the strict standards of sustainability set forth by the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), an organization dedicated to improving the state’s environment through verified green certification standards for private dwellings, land developments, high-rises, and commercial spaces. Obtaining the FGBC’s green home certification for this house was rather important to the homeowner, wasn’t it? Yes, very important. As part of her ethos,…

During the 36 years that the Polk Museum of Art building has become a fixture in Lakeland, its collections have outgrown its galleries—what began as a grouping of 500 treasured objects in 1988 has multiplied to more than 3,400 masterpieces in those three-plus decades. The need for space inspired those who were determined to erect a museum in the first place to keep a dream alive with an expansion (to be revealed in late fall) that will showcase more of the institution’s prized collections, serve as an educational hub for the community, and further solidify the venue’s affiliation with Florida Southern College. Alex Rich, the executive director and chief curator of the museum (renamed The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art as this issue was going to press), becomes animated…

South Florida real estate is known for its luxurious high-rise condominiums, mega mansions, and unique waterfront properties. Whether it’s luxury interior design or custom general contracting, it’s no wonder The General Contractors Design Group has become the household name throughout the industry. This nationally recognized design build firm has been taking charge, having been widely noted for their innovation, craftsmanship, and tailor-made approach with every project. Founder and CEO Dylan Blake Kapneck, famed for merging general contracting and interior design, created a concept where clients get to experience this unique journey to design their dream home with the guidance and expertise of The General Contractors Design Group. Whether it’s a renovation, transformation, or a new construction project, GCDG has you covered. It all starts at its state-of-the-art diamond flagship in…

AFTER YEARS OF VISITING FRIENDS and admiring their homes up and down Gasparilla Island, one Midwestern couple finally decided to take the plunge and build their own at Boca Grande, a small residential community in the Lee County portion of the island. To steer them through this endeavor, they called on a team that had delivered for them before: Illinois architect Paul Konstant and interior designer Natalie Konstant (Paul’s daughter). The duo’s mission was to create a beachfront vacation escape that the clients could enjoy with their four adult children and, someday, their grandchildren. For their Florida getaway, the clients wanted a true island home. Or, as architect Paul Konstant puts it: “a house where you can kick off your shoes, walk on the sand outside, and be surrounded by…

WHEN A BOCA RATON-BASED EXECUTIVE began planning for a weekend retreat, he envisioned a place that would evoke a true getaway for himself and his partner, along with his adult children and their growing families. He had fond memories of visiting the Florida Keys as a child and enjoying fishing, lobstering, and diving, so settling on Grassy Key near Mile Marker 57 as a location was a no-brainer. “I was already quite familiar with Marathon, and the sense of nostalgia around this particular area, which is rather special,” he says. “From the moment I pulled up to the property, I was taken by the long stretch of flat water, the private setting, and, of course, the picturesque sunsets.” While a 1950s-era house existed on the site, it was outdated and…

Last year, the powers that be at Holly Hunt (the company) tapped its namesake and original owner (who sold her business to Knoll in 2014) to collaborate with Executive Creative Director Jo Annah Kornak on HH40, a collection to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Holly Hunt brand. That partnership was so successful, the two women decided to do it again for fall 2024 with Series II, a line of seven handcrafted designs for dining, living, and bedroom spaces that make the most of raw materials such as American black walnut and bronze. “This collection tells a story of materiality, craftsmanship, and quality, three fundamental values that have defined Holly Hunt’s legacy for the past 40 years and continue to guide our design ethos today,” says Kornak. “Series II is…

FEEL-GOOD INTERIORS “Wellness living.” That’s the phrase used to describe the inventory at the new Clayton Gray Home. But what exactly does that mean? “We specifically look for small, hand-made, and made-to-order products that are unique to our area,” says owner Wendy Garraty. “By sourcing from smaller companies, we are able to communicate with the vendors personally to ensure sustainable practices are followed.” With more than 5,000 items on site, Garraty doesn’t have just wellness-chic covered, but also vintage finds, as well as product from renowned brands like Arteriors, Made Good, Palecek, Kelly Wearstler, and Oly Studio. Fall brings Verellen to the shop. “We don’t do filler,” says Garraty. “Each piece matters.” claytongrayhome.com NEW BEGINNINGS Dwell Home Market is heading into autumn 2024 with a rebranding and a new name.…

The Vineta Hotel, Palm Beach THE VIBE: Old money. THE DESIGN: Paris-based interior designer Tino Zervudachi was tapped to oversee a top-to-bottom renovation of the nearly 100-year-old Mediterranean Revival property (most recently known as The Chesterfield) that reduced the room count from 53 to 41 to provide larger accommodations. The hotel’s new incarnation is honest to the Palm Beach aesthetic with clean lines and subtle colors. Zervudachi calls it “a cosmopolitan look that blends European design cues with the destination’s unmistakable aesthetic.” THE MUST-SEE: With its dusty rose lounges, vintage-style parasols, and green mosaics around and inside the pool, the hotel’s pool deck is the place to be. oetkercollection.com Amrit Ocean Resort, Singer Island THE VIBE: Wellness chic. THE DESIGN: At the 155-room Amrit (which means elixir of life in Sanskrit),…

AFTER REGULARLY EYEING a Winter Park land site for a decade, a local couple’s patience paid off. Over the years, their search for the perfect lakefront location for a home had evolved into an enjoyable hobby. But when a lot situated on a peninsula overlooking Lake Maitland unexpectedly became available, they wasted no time acquiring it. “Winter Park is beloved for its brick streets, extensive tree canopy, and the chain of six lakes connected by navigable canals,” says the homeowner, a long-time area resident who swiftly purchased the land for him and his partner. “With unparalleled dual lake views on a quiet thoroughfare—all within a short walk from the downtown historic district—this particular site is truly one of a kind.” After years of admiring his Florida work in various design…

Luxury furniture brand Artefacto is embarking into the super-yacht world through a prestigious partnership with award-winning yacht designer, Carla Guilhem. The home furnishings icon, which is internationally recognized for its warm neutrals and inviting contemporary designs, debuted the “Essenza Collection” capturing the essence of life on a super yacht—luxurious yet purposeful, sophisticated yet comfortable. Guilhem is a powerful figure in luxury yacht interiors, globally recognized for her innovative use of texture and form. Her work has achieved numerous awards for category excellence, including the 2023 BOAT International Design & Innovation Award. She has taken the spirit of floating paradises and expertly distilled it into Essenza—composed of indoor and outdoor furniture, reflecting the same ethos of luxury, comfort, and functionality found on custom-designed yachts. “Carla is a star in the yachting…