A New Take on Coastal Living in Marcela Cure’s Miami Home

Marcela Cure reimagines a Miami home with sculptural interiors that replace nautical tropes with quiet, modern elegance

In Miami, where coastal homes often lean into nautical clichés, this serene residence by Florida-based designer Marcela Cure, takes a decidedly different course. Not a seashell in sight, the home rejects predictability in favour of cultivated refinement. It offers a contemporary interpretation of coastal living that is sculptural, soulful and immersive.

In the living room, B&B Italia sofas anchor the space alongside a hand-knotted CC Tapis rug

From nearly every room in the expansive residence, views of the lushly landscaped grounds and shimmering pool frame a seamless connection between indoor spaces and the surrounding nature. ‘My design approach focused on enhancing the connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces, ensuring that the elegance and functionality of the interior matched the beauty of the exterior,’ says Marcela.

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The result is a sanctuary that feels both elevated and deeply comfortable, a hub for the homeowners’ extended family to gather and unwind. The abundance of natural light softens a palette of nudes, pastels and metallic accents. Wood, leather, brass and woven textures anchor the interiors with quiet tactility, while pieces by B&B Italia, Charles Zana, Apparatus and Baxter add moments of architectural presence and warmth.

In the dining room, Luteca’s Eugenio dining chairs surround the table; The custom leather mirror in the entry, paired with an onyx console, makes a striking first impression

‘I wanted something that conveyed Miami’s coastal lifestyle but in a less predictable, more intimate way,’ Marcela says. The biggest challenge was reworking a disjointed layout filled with beige, lifeless furniture. Through Marcela’s interventions — an open-plan kitchen at the heart of the home, sculptural furnishings and layers of custom-made pieces — the space that once felt cramped has been revitalised into one that flows naturally and reflects the clients’ personality and lifestyle. ‘[The homeowners] were initially hesitant to move beyond their comfort zone. But eventually they opened up and we found a perfect balance that truly brought the house to life,’ she recalls.