The natural setting and surrounding views were also integrated into what Rob calls
the warm Florida-contemporary style. “We wanted the interior to feel connected to the
site, but I was given latitude. The generous use of wood that is part of the ceiling on the
first floor and pivots to become the second floor creates a tremendous amount of warmth
— in addition to indirect lighting, limestone-like porcelain floors, along with textural and
finish contrasts on the upholstery,” he explains.
Having the ability to bring in everything new — from finishes and fixtures to furnish-
ings and art — provided a little more freedom. This included some specific stand-out
details. “The ceilings in the kitchen, stairwell, living room and master bedroom were
designed to provide space for indirect lighting as well as zone the rooms. They create
space within the whole,” Rob says.
Seen from several viewpoints, the stairs command attention and are punctuated by a
large red Sandro Pelicie Perez sculpture. “They were designed to interpret the work of the
Italian modernist Carlo Scarpa, an influence in my design work. The materials are French
oak, quartz slab, glass, and a custom, continuous stainless-steel railing,” he continues.The large open kitchen has Sunpan barstools tucked under a quartz countertop and quarter-swan oak cabinetry; it also
features Rohl fixtures and porcelain floors.In the master bedroom, a modern aesthetic is achieved with neutral furnishings from Nuevo,
Four Hands, Elk, Sunpan and Peacock Alley. Art is by Martha Mahoney and the “Frenchie” is
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