Florida Design – Digital Edition Volume 26-2

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FLORIDA DESIGN HAS HAD one of its best summer issues ever as our sales have continued to soar. The reason ... many of our clients have come to realize that Florida Design reaches the most qualified and largest group of readers possible. They have turned to Florida Design as one of the most trusted brands and have made it one of their primary marketing tools — the ultimate compliment. It’s great to see that Florida’s warm weather continues to attract both visitors and new residents. With the Keys, the Bahamas and a bounty of tropical locales nearby, our year-round, vacation-like lifestyle ensures that Florida is always a choice destination for buyers. And inside these pages, we take a look at the best in today’s outdoor living. As you take in the summer’s…

OCEAN BREEZES, SWAYING palms and sunny days — life near the water oftentimes blurs the line between daily living and vacationing. In this issue of Florida Design we explore seasonal getaways and sprawling estates that assume the characteristics of their waterside locales through exotic woods, tropical fabrics and furnishings, and palettes inspired by sand and sea. Biscayne Bay sets the scene for a 10,300-square-foot manse on one of Miami’s four exclusive Sunset Islands. Interior designer Sofia Joelsson creatively filled this home with spare sophisticated furniture, abundant natural light and a bit of enchantment from the sea. Just up the coast, interior designer Lorraine Rogers-Bolton teams with architect Mitch Kunik to embrace a subtle elegance in the creation of the interior scheme for this 7,000-square-foot home in The Club at Admirals Cove in…

in the loop Displayed at Design Miami/Basel, the “Loop” easy chair by Dutch designer Niels Hvass, is created with sleek lines in aluminum with wood details and is part of a signed limited edition of 20. Courtesy of Niels Hvass and Galerie Maria Wettergren. www.mariawettergren.com the iris collection Luxury Mexican brand jeweler Tane, and iconic fashion and design personality, Iris Apfel, recently collaborated to create an unforgettable collection of wood and silver inspired pieces perfect for women who embrace their own look. 212/249-8783 jonathan browning A timeless and elegant expression, the “Fontenay Circular Chandelier,” created by Jonathan Browning Studios, casts a sophisticated glow with 10 lead crystal pendants turned by hand on a lathe, and a top plate handcrafted from steel. 415/401-9999 table art From designer Christopher Gentner, the sculptural “Dischi” table lends a willowy yet architectural…

London is swiftly emerging as one of the preeminent design capitals of the world. With an eclectic mix of seasonal festivals from Clerkenwell, ArDe London, The Art & Antiques Fair, Olympia and Masterpiece London in the Spring-Summer, to the London Design Festival, 100% Design and Decorex in the Fall, new meaning is given to the catch phrase “British invasion.” Popping up in chic districts all over the city, exhibitions from talented designers draw thousands of guests annually to these inspiring shows.…

Breathing new life into design inside and out, casual is the direction of choice this summer for living and entertaining. Whether your fantasy retreat involves sunning on the beach, sipping mojitos under a palapa or dining alfresco overlooking azure ocean waters, celebrate the idea that a relaxed state of mind can be had with a couple of key ingredients: good company and a fabulously fresh outdoor living space. From cool contemporary to timeless classics, summer flair mixes with natural hues and vibrant pops of color in today’s outdoor furnishings that exude comfort and style. Drawing inspiration from nature, the breezy feel of the tropics comes to life in Rose Cumming’s “Banana Leaves” patterned fabric from Dessin Fournir. 212/758-0844; www.dessinfournirshowroom.com…