By reservation · Miami Beach
The former Versace Mansion: glamour on Ocean Drive
Mosaics, ornate courtyards and a name everyone recognizes. The Villa Casa Casuarina is the setting for a couture-level session in the heart of South Beach.
Private property by reservation: availability and venue fee confirmed at booking.
Art, mosaic and luxury in every corner
Casa Casuarina is a Mediterranean-style mansion on Ocean Drive, famous as the former home of Gianni Versace. Today it operates as a hotel and event venue.
Mosaics
Decorated floors and surfaces that turn any pose into a luxury image.
The pool
Its celebrated mosaic pool is a true Miami Beach icon.
Courtyards and arches
Open-air inner courtyards with shade and classical details for close portraits.
Couture-level sessions
Quinceañera
For the quinceañera who dreams of runway photos: ball gown, jewelry and attitude.
Sweet 16
A birthday with celebrity glamour and photos no one else will have.
Engagements and weddings
Couple portraits in a setting that's already legendary.
The light at Casa Casuarina
The courtyards offer open shade and very flattering bounced light. The exact time depends on the reservation the property allows.
- Courtyards: soft light most of the day, ideal for details and portraits.
- Late afternoon: warm tones on the façade facing Ocean Drive.
- Portable lighting: we use it for an editorial finish and to control shadows.
What to wear at the former Versace Mansion
The setting is already opulent: choose a look that matches it without competing with the mosaics.
- Black, gold, white, deep red or a solid, shimmering color.
- Satin, sequins or beading; red-carpet silhouettes.
- Statement jewelry and glam makeup by our team.
Access by reservation: we coordinate it with you
It's a private property operating as a hotel and event venue. Availability and venue fee are confirmed at booking; we check the current terms and coordinate the reservation.
- We check which type of reservation allows professional photography and which areas it includes.
- The venue fee is listed separately, in writing, in your quote.
- We plan the shot list to make the most of the reserved time.
Pair it with another location or the studio
You're on Ocean Drive: the beach and Art Deco façades are steps away. Across the bay, the Design District rounds out a fashion-forward day.
Frequently asked questions
Can you shoot there without a reservation?
Can we photograph the mosaic pool?
How much time will we have inside?
Is Kova affiliated with the property?
Your runway session on Ocean Drive
Select Casa Casuarina in the quote builder. We'll reply with availability, venue terms and the session price, all in writing.