The Addison

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT: SPECTACULAR COURTYARDS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY

Courtyards offer story tellers a blend of atmosphere, architecture, and natural light. Tucked in quiet spaces and downtown districts, they offer intimate and cinematic backgrounds.

The tradition of courtyard design in South Florida traces to the work of Addison Mizner, whose style helped shape the County’s architectural character in the early twentieth century. His influence lives on at The Addison in Boca Raton, where a dramatic courtyard framed by historic gothic style arches, wrought iron details, and a champion banyan tree creates an elegant backdrop for filming.

In downtown West Palm Beach, Le Jardin offers a hidden garden setting just steps from Clematis Street. A central fountain, café lighting, and lush greenery transform the courtyard into a romantic urban retreat that easily doubles for European inspired scenes.

Public spaces also contribute to the county’s courtyard charm. The campus at Old School Square in Delray Beach surrounds an open courtyard and lawn framed by historic architecture, creating a setting suited for community scenes, outdoor gatherings, and elegant event backdrops.

Find more film friendly courtyards in the FTC’s location database.