Decorating with Art
New York designer Larry Laslo created this sophisticated retreat in Miami for a Colorado couple whose art collection is as edgy and kicked-back as their lives.
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Every winter, Courtney and Karen Lord would escape the deep freeze of Aspen, Colorado, where they live most of the year in a cutting-edge rammed-earth house, for sunny Miami Beach. He would play golf. She would walk or bike to the beach. They’d prowl in art galleries, poke around shops, walk to the movies—and talk about finding a more permanent winter home. Finally, Karen issued an ultimatum: “If we’re going to do this, let’s do it.” The house hunt began in earnest.
Days passed. They found a condominium building they liked, but not one available apartment suited. Then their broker offered up one he was using as an office. “It had high ceilings and great light,” says Karen. “It just felt good. I believe that when you find the right place, it speaks to you.” The Lords had been spoken to—and they responded. They bought it.
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