From realizing the interiors of entire residences to helping source specific home accessories, David Fruscione, founder and principal designer at Republic of Decor, has been assisting Neapolitans for the past nine years. When Hurricane Ian did enough damage to shutter the doors of his store in the Naples Design District, he opened a pop-up business in Waterside Shops. When that opportunity ended, he took time to do some soul-searching—deciding if he would open another retail space or solely concentrate on providing design services.
During this self-described “blackout period,” Fruscione found a home base for his livelihood within a mostly trade-service area in North Naples (also home to the Naples Art District). While settling in, he began meeting his neighbors: tile setters, glass and marble installers, and wood workers. Realizing some…
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Naples Illustrated (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2025