High above historic Coconut Grove, a blank-canvas high-rise apartment arrived with one extraordinary asset: panoramic views that dissolve the boundary between the bay, the canopy, and the open sky. Everything else had to be built from scratch. Luciana Fragali and her team at Design Solutions were commissioned to deliver a full design and decor renovation […]
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Interior Design, Custom Built Homes
Luxury Oceanfront Condo Makeover: A Bal Harbour Design Masterpiece
Perched on the 16th floor of The Palace at Bal Harbour, this oceanfront residence sat at the intersection of extraordinary potential and significant constraint. Approximately 3,000 square feet, wraparound balconies, and panoramic Atlantic views. Yet the original floor plan was compartmentalized and its finishes dated, contradicting the fluid, contemporary aesthetic its new owners had envisioned. […]
Miami’s architectural styles are unlike anything else in the United States. From the pastel geometry of South Beach to the glass towers redefining Brickell, each neighborhood expresses a distinct architectural style, and together they read like a living textbook of design history, and a preview of where residential architecture is heading next. For affluent homeowners […]
In the ever-evolving world of interior design, 2025 is ushering in a bold yet refined era—one where moody earth tones envelop spaces in warmth, statement ceilings command attention, and natural materials forge a connection between home and habitat. These trends, while distinct, share a common ethos: a departure from sterile minimalism toward deeply personal, sensorially […]
Marble doors are one of the most unexpected and impactful design decisions available to luxury homeowners in Miami and they represent only one expression of a material that has defined architectural excellence for millennia. From the temples of ancient Greece to the penthouses of modern Brickell, marble continues to set the standard for residential luxury. […]
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) plays a pivotal role in shaping the interior design landscape across the United States. With a strong presence in Miami, ASID Miami serves as a vital resource for both professionals and the public, fostering creativity, ethical practices, and continuous learning within the design community. Let’s delve deeper into […]
Nestled along the lush, tree-lined streets of Coconut Grove, Florida, a contemporary masterpiece by interior designers Luciana Fragali and Andre Wanderley of Design Solutions invites you inside. It’s a home that’s equal parts raw edge and refined elegance—a seamless blend of modern design with warm, organic materials. The Las Vegas-based clients, a couple with an […]
Have your sights set on the new Aston Martin building? Miami welcomed this 66-story skyscraper to the downtown area just this year, and the soaring building has already become a fast hit with luxury condo buyers. Featuring nearly 400 exclusive units, including condos, penthouses, and duplexes, the Aston Martin building is as one-of-a-kind as its […]
When a pair of New Yorkers, armed with a keen sense of style and a penchant for bold color, sought to transform a 1925 Phineas Paist – Renowned Architect of Coral Gables – home into something uniquely their own, they weren’t just embarking on a renovation—they were crafting a narrative. A tale of organicity, where […]
What do you get when you combine state-of-the-art condo construction with one of the world’s most coveted and exclusive car brands? The Bentley Residences Miami, a towering residential building that’s set to redefine luxury along the Sunny Isles Beach coast. Designed by Sieger Suarez Architects, the minds behind the forthcoming Waldorf Astoria Residences Miami, the […]