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Stuart, Florida

Renovation | Design-Build | Fine Furnishings

Writer’s Repose

Winner of 9 Seaglass Awards in 2024
Transformation of a 1930's style home into French Modern design viable for today's time.

Proof that change can be good is on display at an 11,000-square-foot home in Stuart that had once been a 1930s Dorothy Draper-inspired palace of bright pinks and deep greens. Over the years, the maximalist touches that had defined the residence as a classic beauty in its heyday became antiquated, and its closed-off interiors, outdated technology, and lack of connection with the outdoors made it unsuitable for modern living. Then, interior designer Gloria Black stepped into the picture.

Luxurious bathroom with marble walls and floor, modern light fixtures, a large framed mirror, and a wooden floating vanity. Custom by GLORIA BLACK. Shower, master bath, master suite, Stuart florida, FLORIDA DESIGN Seaglass Award Winner Writers Repose
Modern bathroom with light wood vanity, white countertop, black fixtures, and a large mirror. A glass shower with tropical leaf tile, a woven basket, and a decorative plant are visible. The room has an elegant and minimalistic design by GLORIA BLACK
Modern interior with a wooden staircase, black metal railings, large windows, and contemporary artwork. There's a bar area with liquor bottles and glassware beneath the stairs. Large green plant in a decorative vase on the floor. by GLORIA BLACK
Luxurious living room with large arched windows, velvet sofas, and a waterfront view of palm trees and the Atlantic Ocean from Sailfish Point on Hutchinson Island Stuart Florida. Fireplace, beams, interior renovation fine furnishings by GLORIA BLACK
Luxurious living room with vaulted ceilings, large arched windows, and modern chandelier. Central round table with decorative items and books. Beige semi-circular sectional sofa with cushions. Contemporary artwork and fireplace visible. Palm trees an
Luxury home with tropical landscaping, palm trees, and manicured lawn under a blue sky. Custom driveway design by GLORIA BLACK featuring pavers and turf. FLORIDA DESIGN Seaglass Award winner Writers Repose in Stuart Hutchinson Island Florida
Front entrance of a modern white house with large black-framed windows and glass doors, surrounded by lush greenery, potted plants, and paved walkway. French Modern design by GLORIA BLACK. Writer's Repose FLORIDA DESIGN Seaglass Award Winner Stuart
Modern bathroom interior with terrazzo countertop, circular mirror, pendant lights, potted plants, and decorative sculptures. French Modern with drapery and dental crown moulding. By GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. Renovation Stuart Florida. Seaglass Award
Modern interior with a curved marble bar island, barstools, spiral staircase and large windows and skylight. A lounge area with a circular sofa and chandelier is visible in the background. Herringbone wood. French Modern lighting by GLORIA BLACK.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, marble backsplash, round dining table with chairs, and large arched windows. A pendant light hangs above the table, there are decorative items and a vase on the table. Blush tones and white oak floors by GLORIA
Modern kitchen with marble countertops, white cabinets, black-framed windows, and abstract wall art. Oak wood beams, French chairs, cappuccino machine, sconces, morning coffee bar, breakfast nook, pantry by GLORIA BLACK. Florida Design Renovation
Modern kitchen with arched black windows, white cabinetry, exotic marble countertop, and built-in coffee maker. Wood beams, herringbone floor, sconces, breakfast bar, morning coffee bar, pantry by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. Naples, Florida, Stuart
Luxurious bedroom with large windows, gray curtains, plush bedding, and modern decor. Features armchairs around a fluffy ottoman and a sleek dresser with decorative vases. Master bedroom suite of Writers Repose by GLORIA BLACK. French Modern design
Modern bedroom with white textured wall, stylish bed with gray bedding, decorative pillows, hanging pendant lights, and side tables with books and decor items. Sailfish Point, Stuart, Florida. Full renovation by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. French Modern
Modern bathroom with terrazzo countertop, arched window, and white sheepskin chair. Powder bath room. Writer's Repose by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. Florida Design Seaglass Award winner, French Modern, Stuart, Hutchinson Island, Palm Beach, Jupiter
Luxurious bedroom with large arched windows, white curtains, a cozy bed with soft bedding, and a decorative lamp. There's a white dresser topped with floral arrangements and elegant decor, and a plush chair with a blanket and cushion. The room has li
Elegant dining room with a large oval table set for a meal, decorated with white dishes, gold cutlery, and candles. The room features upholstered chairs, a round mirror on the wall, and large arched windows draped with curtains, showing a view of gre
Modern kitchen with exotic marble countertops and pendant lights, wood beams and high-end appliances. white cabinetry, THE GALLEY sink, modern art, herringbone wood floors, black windows, by GLORIA BLACK. Writer's Repose Seaglass Winner. Waterfront
Modern home office with large windows, sheer curtains, a wooden desk, and cozy armchairs. Shelves with books and decor items are on both sides. Study, Library, custom built-in design by GLORIA BLACK in Palm Beach, Naples, Florida
Modern custom chef kitchen with exotic marble countertops, white cabinetry, black bar stools, pendant lighting, and large arched windows. Wood beams, Bertazzoni range, cabinetry by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. Naples, Florida. Stuart Writers Repose
Modern living room with sliding accordian glass doors opening to a patio, featuring luxe gray sofas, a round coffee table, decorative pillows, green plants, and outdoor dining furniture. Indoor-outdoor living, wood beams, French modern chandelier GBD
Luxurious modern outdoor kitchen and dining area with a table set for a meal, stylish chairs, pendant lights, barbecue grill, and plants on a wall. Professional grill and appliances, black ceiling fan, 3D green wall by GLORIA BLACK Writers Repose FL
Modern kitchen interior with marble island, wooden beams, pendant light, abstract painting, and a spiral staircase leading to the upper floor. Herringbone wood floor, beams, renovation by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN in Stuart, Palm Beach, Miami, Naples, FL
Elegant living room with a large abstract painting above a white fireplace, surrounded by black candleholders. A curved beige sofa with various pillows is in the foreground. Large windows with views of palm trees and a pool outside complete the styli
Luxurious bathroom with exotic marble walls and floor, featuring a freestanding bathtub by large arched windows with a garden and water view, a modern vanity with a mirror and pendant light, and contemporary decor. French Modern by GLORIA BLACK.
Luxurious bathroom with exotic marble walls and floor, modern lighting, large mirror, and a custom wooden vanity. French Modern by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. Writer's Repose Florida Design Seaglass Award Winner Use of Stone. Black and white with oak
Tropical backyard with palm trees, patio furniture, and a pathway leading towards water and white building under clear blue sky. Biophilic design, hammock oasis, outdoor shower, lawn, Alfresco living by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN. Naples, Florida Stuart
Luxurious living room with large arched windows, curved beige sectional sofas, black textured coffee tables, and view of palm trees and water outside. Waterfront living, flowing drapery, sunlight filled great room. French Modern GLORIA BLACK DESIGN
Elegant dining room with a modern chandelier and cove lighting, a white oval dining table set for eight, arched windows with garden view, gray curtains, a round mirror, and a decorative sideboard. French Modern by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN Writer's Repose
Luxury mansion with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, featuring a white exterior and arched windows. Hollywood Regency Style turned French Modern. Pool and Home renovation Stuart Florida Hutchinson Island by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN
Modern interior with wood staircase and black railing, black countertop, bar stools, palm leaf in glass vase, abstract art, and glass railing. Oak wood floors and custom bar design by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN French Modern Interior Design Palm Beach FL
Modern kitchen and dining area with abstract painting on the wall, wooden flooring, bar stools, pendant lights, and a round dining table. Breakfast nook, art gallery, wood beams, French modern Renovation in Stuart FL by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN Writers Re
Modern outdoor kitchen with black cabinetry, marble countertops, stainless steel grill, and decorative wall with small potted plants. Large open arches frame a lush garden view. Alfresco living, 3D green wall. Renovation by GLORIA BLACK DESIGN.
Modern French living room with gray sectional sofa, abstract art, and geometric light fixture. Features a staircase with black railing, wooden ceiling beams, and a lush plant. Accordion doors provide indoor-outdoor living, black and white wallpaper