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Hamptons South Project
by Sarah Z Designs

Hamptons South Project

by Sarah Z Designs

Shortlisted: City Space (Apartment Penthouse) - Global Award

The International Design & Architecture Awards 2026

Located in sunny Aventura, Florida, this residence by interior designer Sarah Z Designs is conceived as an immersive interior environment inspired by its surrounding coastal and waterway landscapes. The design blends light, airy spaces with dark wood, sandy blues, soft greens, and biophilic influences, creating a refined yet relaxed atmosphere. Rooted in biophilic principles, the approach translates the visual and sensory qualities of the beach and Intracoastal Waterway into the home’s interior architecture through color, texture, and materiality.

Floor-to-ceiling windows reinforce this connection, acting as a continuous backdrop that visually extends the interior toward the horizon while maintaining a strong dialogue between indoors and outdoors. The open-concept plan was carefully refined to preserve long sightlines and uninterrupted views, allowing water and sky to remain a constant presence throughout the home. Interior finishes echo these vistas through a palette of soft sands, weathered stone, layered neutrals, and subtle tonal variations inspired by shoreline textures and tidal movement. Rather than literal references, materials are abstracted to create a calm, tactile environment that feels organic and grounded.

Natural stone plays a prominent role, with dramatically veined marbles referencing the fluid movement of water. Wood millwork finishes and textured wall coverings introduce softness and depth, while custom textiles enhance the biophilic intent with quiet variation and comfort. Bespoke millwork, built-in cabinetry, and integrated architectural elements were designed to feel cohesive and restrained, allowing materials and views to take precedence. Features such as a custom stone bar, sculptural feature walls, and tailored ceiling treatments anchor the space with understated elegance.

A cohesive color story flows throughout the residence, ensuring continuity without repetition. Many elements were custom-designed to align with the homeowners’ lifestyle, adding a layer of intentionality and personalization. The result is a serene, layered interior that feels deeply connected to its coastal setting, seamlessly weaving the colors, textures, and rhythms of the exterior landscape into everyday living.

Location: Aventura, Florida

Architect: Jose Ramos Architects & Assoc.

Interior Designer: Sarah Z Designs

Developer/Construction: AA Glass & Construction Brothers

Photography: Libertad Rodriguez

Sarah Z Designs has been shortlisted for City Space (Apartment Penthouse) – Global Award in The International Design & Architecture Awards 2026.

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