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Miami Penthouse Design: Fresh Ideas for Top-Tier Remodels

December 14, 2023 | Category: Custom Built Homes | Author: Luciana Fragali

A penthouse means luxury – and that’s especially true for Miami penthouse design

With all the exciting new construction going on in and around Miami, many current penthouse owners are getting inspired to do their own luxury remodels. As for what that entails, it all depends on personal taste and the intended use of the space, with lots of options for creative penthouse designs that go above and beyond in terms of exclusivity and personalization. 

Below, we’re sharing some of our favorite remodeling ideas for luxury Miami penthouses, plus a quick overview of why an update is always a good idea.

Penthouse Remodeling: Why Do It?

By their very nature, penthouses are already exceptional in their interior features. This is especially true in Miami, where penthouses almost inevitably feature sweeping views of both sea and skyline. Beyond the beautiful views, Miami penthouses also tend to feature other stunning details, such as vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and expansive outdoor spaces, not to mention the high-end amenities offered in the city’s most sought-after luxury condo buildings. 

So then, what’s the point of penthouse remodeling? There are two major benefits to reworking the interior of a penthouse, both of which can bring a lot of value to homeowners in Miami’s booming luxury real estate market.

  1. It helps protect your investment – With countless new developments in South Florida, it’s important that penthouse owners take steps to keep their properties updated and in line with current luxury buyer trends and expectations. 
  2. It ensures your home suits your current needs and preferences – It’s natural that your taste and lifestyle will change over the years. A penthouse remodel gives you an opportunity to align your home with your current preferences, all without having to go through the trouble of moving somewhere new. 

Luxury Miami penthouses provide the very best of what the city has to offer – but there’s always room for improvement. And whether it’s a major remodel or just a few small but impactful changes, you’re unlikely to regret taking steps toward ensuring your home continues to be a place you love.

Miami-Inspired Penthouse Interior Design

When we work with local clients on penthouse remodels, we tend to recommend blending their unique design point-of-view with the wider cultural context of Miami. That’s because the city itself is such a highlight of these penthouses, serving as both the visual backdrop for the space and the driving force behind its architectural aesthetic. 

Of course, as with any interior design project, penthouse interior design is always going to be a highly personal endeavor. Finding the balance then is a key part of the process, as well as a fun challenge for your design team. 

Some jumping-off points we use when working with clients on Miami penthouse design projects include:

  • Taking inspiration from the coastal views – Those Miami penthouse views are works of art in their own right. Any design decisions should be based around showcasing the coastal metropolis outside rather than hiding it behind heavy window treatments. 
  • Celebrating the tropics – Miami may exude luxury, but it’s also a little bit kitschy and eccentric, and we love it for that. Embracing the tropical vibes is a great way to pay homage to the city at large in interior design, and fits in well with modern luxury interior design trends of using natural materials and blending your indoor and outdoor spaces. 
  • Infusing Miami’s cultural and contemporary relevance – Whatever it is you love most about Miami, there’s a way to express it in design. Many of our clients honor the contemporary glam of the city through features like abstract art and sculpture, or through elements of Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, or Modern Miami styles. 
  • Making it feel like home – “Cozy” doesn’t always come easy in Miami’s marble-rich, white-walled penthouses. But home is supposed to be where you feel most relaxed, which is why we always recommend incorporating cozy elements like spa bathrooms, layered lighting, and plush textiles. 

A big advantage to penthouse design is that you already have so many stand-out features in place. The goal is to enhance the established aesthetic while also staying true to your own intentions. Add in a little Miami spice, and you end up with a home that’s as impressive for its interior detailing as it is for its views. 

Learn About Our Miami Penthouse Design Process

We’ve spent nearly two decades perfecting our design process, and we bring all of that experience and expertise to the table when working with clients on their luxury penthouse remodels. Our turnkey interior design services include start-to-finish solutions for enhancing your penthouse space, plus expert guidance to ensure your vision comes to life. 

The sky really is the limit when designing penthouse interiors. Browse our website to take a look at past projects and what we can do, then get in touch to schedule a consultation and begin the design process. Whatever you envision for your home in the clouds, we can make it happen. 

With love

About Luciana Fragali

Guided by a passion for design and architecture Luciana Fragali first pursued her studies in architecture and interior design in her native Brazil and later received a degree in interior design at the Fort Lauderdale Art Institute before launching her design firm, Design Solutions, in 2005. Luciana Fragali, who has owned Miami-based Design Solutions for 15 years, has completed over 400 high-end residential and commercial projects to date. As such she has a unique set of influences from which her sophisticated, sumptuous, and refreshing brand has blossomed.

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