Coconut Grove is Miami’s oldest continuously inhabited neighborhood — known for its historic homes, lush tropical landscaping, bohemian character, and bayfront properties. Venetian plaster is a natural fit for the Grove’s Mediterranean Revival villas and historic residences. It adds Old World elegance while providing the durability needed in Miami’s humid climate.
For homeowners in Coconut Grove, Venetian plaster offers something rare: a finish that feels both historically appropriate and thoroughly modern. It respects the character of older homes while delivering a level of polish and sophistication that paint cannot match.
Exotic Wall Finishes has been applying Venetian plaster in Coconut Grove since 2015. Our founder, Gian Carlo Sagasti, is a Novacolor Global Ambassador (2017) and has been working with Italian lime plasters since 2003.
Coconut Grove’s historic homes — many dating to the 1920s and earlier — are ideal for Venetian plaster. The finish complements the area’s Mediterranean and rustic architecture and is the historically appropriate choice for renovations.
Coconut Grove’s lush landscaping and proximity to Biscayne Bay mean higher humidity. Venetian plaster is breathable and mold-resistant — ideal for this environment.
Coconut Grove homeowners value craftsmanship and timeless design. Venetian plaster delivers both. It’s a finish that reads as elegant today and will continue to in 20 years.
No seams, no grout lines, no wallpaper edges. Venetian plaster creates a continuous surface that works beautifully in older homes where wall surfaces are imperfect.
Gian Carlo Sagasti was named a Novacolor Global Ambassador in 2017 — a designation granted to a small number of artisans worldwide.
Gian Carlo has been featured as a model for the Italian manufacturer of professional plastering trowels.
Over 20 years of hands-on work with Italian lime plasters since 2003.
Over a decade of applying Venetian plaster in South Florida.
Featured in The Way Magazine and on The Aggregate podcast.
Site visit to assess substrate, moisture, lighting, and design intent. For historic homes, we may recommend specific materials that respect the original construction.
Repair cracks and imperfections. Prime with an alkali-resistant primer suitable for lime.
Apply 2–3 base coats of lime putty.
Apply 2–3 layers of pigmented Venetian plaster, burnished to desired sheen.
Apply breathable sealer or natural wax.
Walk the project with the client and provide care instructions.
Yes — Coconut Grove is one of our primary service areas.
Yes. It’s historically appropriate and can be used in renovations without compromising character.
20+ years with proper care.
Yes, as long as the substrate is sound.
We assess during consultation. In many historic homes, we repair and prepare the substrate before applying the finish.
Dust with a soft cloth. For marks, use a damp cloth with mild soap.
As a general reference, $12 to $35+ per square foot installed.
Yes. We collaborate regularly with architects and preservation specialists on historic projects.
A feature wall takes 2–3 days. A full room takes 3–5 days.
Call(305) 801-2581
Emailvenetianman@live.com
Studio8900 SW 117 Ave, Suite C208, Miami, FL 33186
Service areaMiami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties
