SOUTH B ART ONT H PENTHOUSE - Peter Zimmerman Architects
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www.floridadesign.com THE MAGAZINE FOR FINE INTERIOR DESIGN & FURNISHINGS VOLUME 16#3 SOUTH B H PENTHOUSE ART ONT
ABOVE: The ardiitectural team custom designed adjustable
Architecture Meets Design In An Asian and Art Deco-Inspired c.inopy sails that provide privacy and shelter from the sun on
the roohop terrace - making it ideal for photo $hoots and
Penthouse Offering 360-Degree Panoramas Of Miami gala event~ such as last year's MTV Music Awards pany. The
penthou~ and terrace can be rented for S25,000 per night.
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A signed and numbered print
by Jamali, "Shanidar," adds an
Asian flair in the elevator entry.
MILLIONAIRES ROW ON COLLINS
Avenue in South Beach is home to 17,e Setai, a
five-star oceanfront hotel and residence
whose dramatic vantage points of Miami and
the Atlantic Ocean seduced a Northeast cou-
ple into combining its two 40th-floor pent•
houses into a one•Of•a•ki nd property. Having
worked with designer Allison Forbes and
architect John Toates on previous projects, the
owners knew that the duo cou1d once again
achieve their desired look. "Our objective was
to blend the building's strong architectural
presence with the breathtaking beauty of the
Miami coastline,,, Forbes says.
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"THE RELATIONSHIP OF INSIDE TO OUTSIDE IS CRITICAL," DESIGNER ALLISON FORBES SAYS.
The owners> who use the penthouse as a vaca- " The owne rs sho uld never feel that they a re in a architect Marki Briggs. Toatcs redesigned the lay- stone Jacuzzi. The design team refurbished the pool
tion getaway, agreed to offer the space as part of the hotel, and guests should never feel that they're out, positioning the main Living areas around the deck with e.,otic South American hardwood and cre-
hotel's rental pool. \Vith this in mind, Forbes and invad ing someone•s private home," Toates says. perimeter of the unit to take adva ntage of the 36-0- ated a fountain wall made of coral stone. Furniture
Toates transformed the 6,500-square-foot unit To capture the look, carefully selected pieces in degree panoramas through the walls of glass. with ocean•blue cushions p rovides the fo undation
with 3,000-square-foot private rooftop terrace into neutral si)kS-t suede and velvet combine with exotic Tinted-blue glass fonns a balcony railing on the for an interior palette touched with sea and sky.
an Art Deco-Asian retreat that satisfies the owners• woods, rich architectural details and spicy hues. rooftop terrace - a modern tropical escape with an Asian motifs begin in the elevator enlry with a
tastes while complementing The Setai's aesthetic. \Vorking in coUaboration with Forbes and project infinity-edge, stainless-steel pool and raised coral- mahogany table anchoriog a centerpiece of orchids.
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BELOW: A Holly Hunt light fixture introduces a phone area that
serves as a li119erin9 spot - •an interlude where one can take a
break from the aowd or make a private phone call," F01bes says.
David Skinne(s "Overhill" integrates the scheme.
·reak millwork fram es the doorways, serving as a translates in the tone-on-tone honey chair fabric. medallion reference Asian motifs. Nearby, a phone
defining architectural element, while visually con- Subdued hues and cmr1aru flooring continue in area offers privacy when making a call.
necting the rooms. To the right, angled tea~~vood the double living roon1, which features mirrored con- At the owners' request, Toates configured two
fins allow glimpses of the music room. "TI,e idea versation groupings. Russet-toned Tibetan area rugs fulJ•size master suites separated by a wide sitting
was to convey that this was a full-floor apartment bring rich color to the otherwise neutral composition. area. Taking inspiration from the scenic views, sky
with spectacular views in all directions;' Briggs says) While a wood-beamed coffered ceiling defines blue washes over one of the suites. Both bedrooms
''yet allowing that view to gradually unfold." the living room, a coffered ceiling outlines the din• feature pocket doors that close for privacy when
Flamed-granite Aooring in the ele\l'ator entry tran- ing room. Here, zebrawood paneling and a wine the penthouse is used as a hotel suite.
sitions 10 highly polished cumaru wood in the music wall make a strong architectural statement. ln the Subtle yet extravagant, this qu intessentia l
room. where four Deco-style chairs seat an audience center of the space, a Macassar-ebony table reflects penthouse reflects the harmonious collaboration
opposite the piano. An understated color scheme Art Deco design, while chairs with a coral pod between design and architecture.
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A bed from Dessin Fournir
makes a strong statement in
the master suite, which opens
to a sitting area, above .
SOURCES Music Room Table lamp • Ge01ge Kovacs Lighting, Jolo Drapery and upholstered wall fabrics • Kra\'et, designed iYf fYou can also read
