From the historic, sun-drenched estates of upscale Harbour Acres to the soaring, glass-walled luxury condominiums lining the downtown Sarasota bayfront, local interior architecture demands bold structural statements. For years, designers relied on finicky live indoor tropicals to bridge the gap between outdoor landscapes and indoor living. Today, the ultimate trade...

Few plumbing problems are as unpleasant as a drain that will not clear or, worse, a sewer line that backs up into the house. These issues rarely appear out of nowhere. They build gradually, giving warning signs that many homeowners miss until the problem forces its way to the surface....