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Spring 2021
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MAKING A STATEMENT A luxury home on a unique lot is designed to maximize views
The transitional coastal residence’s façade includes a concrete tile roof in a charcoal hue and a smooth stucco finish. The curved driveway leads to the home’s double-door entry, which is centrally located between two two-car garages — one on the left and the other on the right, creating a motor court effect. Landscape architect Christian Andrea of Architectural Land Design utilized coconut palms to accentuate the lush, tropical landscape — an element that can also be seen in the home’s impressive outdoor living and pool area.
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Quail West is known for its magnificent estate homes on oversized lots that offer breathtaking views. What truly sets the community apart from others is that no two homes are alike — each house is completely customized to offer the highest quality of living. Through their Custom Homes division, STOCK Development has completed luxury single-family and custom estate homes in the private golf community throughout the years. Their latest home in Quail West, the Newport Model, is the ultimate statement piece: a stunning 5,837-squarefoot property located on a unique lot that offers panoramic views. Inspired by the relaxed sophistication of the Naples lifestyle, the four-bedroom home includes high ceilings and oversized crown moulding that provide a sense of grandeur. “When we first started in Quail West, it was the beginning of the STOCK brand evolving even more into the luxury market,” says Claudine Wetzel, vice president of sales & marketing at STOCK Development. “We realized that buyers in a community such as this one wanted customization and personalization. It was around that time that we discovered we had an opportunity to take things to the next level, and that was the beginning of our custom division. We have a really good understanding of how people live — our homes are not only beautiful, but their livability is really well thought out.” To bring their vision to life, STOCK Development enlisted residential designer Rich Guzman of R.G. Designs, who has worked with them on various projects for nearly 18 years. He designed the home by angling it to fit the pie-shaped lot, which expands the further back you are from the street. The property interacts with its outdoor environment while maximizing views that can be enjoyed from every room via floor-to-ceiling windows. u
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Living Room: “One of the nice things about this house is that every room has a view,” says Guzman recalling the home’s floor-to-ceiling views of the pool and golf course. To lend a sense of intimacy to the large room, interior designer Troy Beasley of Beasley & Henley dropped the perimeter of the ceiling to create an oval shape, and he designed a rug to mimic the ceiling detail above. “Because the room is so big, there’s a little bit of dead space in the area behind the sofa on the way to the bar that you can’t furnish,” Beasley explains. “In this particular instance, I created a zone that you had to focus on, which makes it more livable.”
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Dining Room: The formal dining room continues with the ongoing color scheme of charcoal, gray, and gold, and looks out to the front of the home through tall glass walls — windows by Andersen Windows & Doors sourced through Florida Wood Window & Door — that effortlessly bring the outside indoors. “You don’t even have to turn a light on because the home is so light, bright, and airy,” STOCK Development Sales Associate Pamela Ferrara points out. Similar to what he did in the grand reception room, Beasley added detail to the ceiling with a square shape, panel moulding on the walls. Kitchen: “Double islands can work in two ways,” shares Beasley. “They fill a space to make it cozy, plus they create an optional eating space in the kitchen.” He worked with Ruffino Cabinetry to design the custom silver-gray cabinets surrounded by wood details and gold accents, which can be seen on the exhaust hood and in the light fixtures. Beasley chose hanging pendants from Visual Comfort to keep things soft and simple.
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“When STOCK Development came to me, they wanted to encompass more of a panoramic view instead of the typical straight-out-the-back view because we wanted to see the lake off to the back right,” says Guzman. “I’m used to working with challenges and this house is designed and shaped to fit the unique lot, which is atypical from what we’re seeing on today’s market. This house is very narrow in the front, has angles on the back and sides and flares out, but when you look at it, it has a more unique open-rectangular concept on the inside.” STOCK Development also collaborated with landscape architect Christian Andrea of Architectural Land Design, who masterminded the outdoor living spaces. One of the things that Andrea enjoyed most about working on the model was the opportunity to experiment and try new design elements. “Homeowners tend to have specific goals and objectives, so they may not always have the same experimental nature in mind,” he says. “STOCK Development has been great about letting us push the envelope.” u
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Master Bedroom: “The way the master bedroom is situated is just amazing,” says STOCK Development Sales Associate Pamela Ferrara. “It’s like walking into a glorious vacation spot with a private patio and water views so you almost feel like it’s not part of the house.” The custom drapes feature a color-block effect, while the pillows on the bed and the couch complement the colors and details seen throughout the room — from the black pillows that match the duvet to the lead pillow that mirrors the rug. To add an organic layer to the room, Beasley selected and installed a wood wallcovering with geometric shapes above and behind the bed. “I used that same organic feeling in the area rug. I wanted to recall that — it makes the design more interesting — to create balance,” he explains. Master Bathroom: The stunning soaking tub is the master bathroom’s focal point. Beasley placed the upright marble fragment directly behind it to highlight and contrast the bright white finish. “The detail in the master bathroom shower is stunning — a work of art,” says Wetzel. Symmetry is created with the spherical chandelier from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery placed just above the rounded ottoman, and the oversized shower that can be accessed on either side of the room harmonizes the space.
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The home office features a more masculine color scheme, which includes a curvilinear metal desk in charcoal pewter that accentuates the color from the cabinetry. The Parsons chair complements the scheme of the room, and has hidden casters to make an office space feel more causal after hours. Custom drapes in a geometric print and a cowhide rug add texture and dimension. Beasley adds the Artwise world map from Leftbank Art as a way of saying, “If I could do anything for a living, I’d be a world traveler.”
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Guest Bedroom: Located on the opposite end of the home from the master suite, the three guest bedrooms each have their own walk-in closet and full bath. Beasley added three-dimensional quality to the walls in one of the guest rooms, by applying peel-andstick wood slats that easily adhere to most surfaces. The rug is placed at an angle to enhance the space in the room, while also directing focus to the textured wall behind the bed.
A firm believer that design has the ability to enrich and change people’s lives, interior designer Troy Beasley of Beasley & Henley used his extensive knowledge of architectural detail and art to create a uniquely custom interior with organic textures and finishes, along with a balanced mix of modern lighting, ceiling designs, and wall details. “You have to be careful of how you coordinate things so shapes complement each other versus fighting over air space,” he says. “Ultimately we’re very passionate about what we do and there’s a lot of thought that goes into everything from day one,” says Matt Sellick, president of STOCK Custom Homes. “We surround ourselves with the best in the industry, from the architect and interior designer to the landscape architect. It’s all a team effort.” STOCK Development Sales Associate Pamela Ferrara adds, “As soon as you walk through the door into the grand reception room, there’s that element of surprise. Every room has a view and some type of unique feature that calls out to each person who comes in. We’ve had a lot of homeowners come through and say that they want to sell their house and buy this one. Some Quail West residents that have watched it go up over the past year are in awe of the final product. It has everything you could possibly want in a home.” n
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Pool: French doors lead out to the pool and outdoor living area, which features neutral shellstone pavers — a popular choice for exterior pool decks due to their aesthetic appeal and ability to stay cool regardless of temperature. Floating stepping stones are a hybrid between landscape and hardscape, which according to Andrea, “changes your experience as you walk across, whether it’s water or the yard.” During the day, fire bowls resemble potted plants, and at night create an exotic lighting effect. Contoured in-pool chaise loungers submerged six inches below the surface of the water offer the perfect solution for staying cool in the summertime. “Our goal at the end of the day is to make all the spaces as comfortable and specific to our clients’ needs as possible,” says Andrea. “We want them to be very satisfied with the end product and excited about the home they’re living in.” Outdoor Living: This area offers abundant lounging space with faux teak furniture around an alluring linear fireplace. To add more warmth to the neutral space, Beasley installed walnut-colored wood beams in the ceiling. For a more interactive experience, Andrea situated the spa in line with the kitchen and firepit, creating a social atmosphere while optimizing views. “When people are in the spa, they can see the bar area, pool, and lake,” says Andrea. “From all directions, the spa is wonderfully positioned to access views from all angles.” Zero-corner sliding glass doors open to the lanai and pocket out of sight, providing unobstructed outside views and access for seamless indoor-outdoor living. “My favorite part of the home is the relationship between the kitchen, family room, and lanai,” Guzman shares. “You don’t know if you’re inside or outside.”
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Written by Kamala Kirk Photography by Blaine Johnathan Residential Designer R.G. Designs 28071 Vanderbilt Drive Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239.949.2929 rgdesignsinc.com Luxury Home Builder STOCK Custom Homes 2639 Professional Circle, Suite 101 Naples, FL 34119 239.592.7344 stockdevelopment.com Interior Designer Beasley & Henley Interior Design 2241 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 2 Naples, FL 34112 239.774.1005 beasleyandhenley.com
Resources: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery 38 Goodlette-Frank Road South Naples, FL 34102 239.963.0087 fergusonshowrooms.com Florida Wood Window & Door | Andersen Windows & Doors 5691 Halifax Avenue Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.437.6166 fwwdinc.com Ruffino Cabinetry 7947 Drew Circle Fort Myers, FL 33967 239.939.1313 ruffinocabinetry.com
Landscape Architect Architectural Land Design 2780 South Horseshoe Drive, Suite 5 Naples, FL 34104 239.430.1661 aldinc.net
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