wood and porcelain interplay across curved interiors in florida renovation

Sandra Britt Interiors revamps residence in Fort Lauderdale

A contemporary residence in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has undergone an interior renovation led by Sandra Britt Interiors, with an emphasis on architectural planning, material consistency, and sustainable specification. The project focuses on key public areas of the home, using spatial organization and built-in elements to establish a cohesive interior framework rather than relying on decorative intervention.

Completed in 2025, the renovation includes the foyer and staircase, living and dining spaces, integrated millwork, and a dedicated wine and liquor display. The design approach prioritizes circulation, proportion, and clarity of form, allowing architectural elements to structure the interior experience. By concentrating on these core spaces, the project establishes continuity across the home while limiting the scope of intervention.

The architectural planning of the renovation was developed through close collaboration between Senior Interior Designer Sabina Kunitsyna and Principal Brittnie Giles of Sandra Britt Interiors. A background in architectural training informed the spatial strategy, with attention given to how materials, built-ins, and transitions between spaces contribute to an overall sense of cohesion. Rather than treating each room independently, the renovation was developed as a connected interior system.

built-in bench beneath a custom wall light installation, integrated into the stair | all images courtesy of Sandra Britt Interiors

Material Restraint and Architectural clarity define the interiors

Material selection plays a central role in both visual consistency and environmental consideration. Engineered wood flooring by Egger was specified throughout the interior to provide durability and uniformity while offering a more resource-efficient alternative to traditional hardwood. In select areas, large-format sustainable porcelain slabs replace natural stone, reducing material extraction while maintaining surface continuity and visual depth.

Custom millwork elements are integrated throughout the project. A concealed liquor display, hidden behind a fluted wood sliding panel, operates as a flexible architectural feature. When opened, illuminated shelving and metal detailing are revealed; when closed, the element aligns with the surrounding wall plane. Curved ceiling surfaces with integrated lighting introduce variation within the rectilinear layout, supporting visual continuity while softening spatial transitions. Furniture and lighting selections were made to reinforce the architectural framework. Seating pieces, including the Flock chair by Noom, complement the spatial geometry without dominating the interiors. Lighting elements such as the Moni Triple pendant by Articolo contribute ambient illumination while maintaining a restrained visual presence.

Overall, the renovation by Sandra Britt Interiors Studio demonstrates an approach to contemporary residential interiors grounded in architectural planning, controlled material palettes, and long-term usability. Through careful coordination of spatial structure, built-in elements, and material choices, the project presents a cohesive interior environment shaped by clarity and continuity rather than excess.

foyer view highlighting vertical wood paneling and layered materials

sculptural staircase with a minimalist bronze metal handrail anchoring the entry sequence

Kaws sculpture sitting on a floating travertine base and integrated into the bronze metal niche

entry console framed by fluted wood panels and a mirror, establishing material continuity

built-in media wall with fluted wood paneling and hidden storage cabinets

shelving niche with curved wood details and thin metal shelves

dining nook anchored by a monolithic table and Moni Triple pendant by Articolo

custom wine and liquor display combining backlit shelving and sustainable porcelain slabs

liquor display storage cabinet with the fluted wood sliding door that hides the other side

project info:

name: Fort Lauderdale Residence Renovation
designer: Sandra Britt Interiors | @sandrabrittinteriors

senior interior designer: Sabina Kunitsyna

principal: Brittnie Giles

location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom