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Spring 2021
Archetypal Old Florida style on a dream double lot connects family and friends
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Transcending creativity to develop a home where architecture connects family, Matt Kragh of MHK Architecture turns a former sports player’s beachy-casual, entertainment vision into a winsome reality. “The client purchased multiple properties over time to get almost an acre of land,” shares builder Mike Assaad, owner of Waterside Builders. “The purchase gave MHK Architecture ample room to design whatever the homeowner wanted facing whichever direction he liked.” Assaad crafts this exemplary Old Florida design that Kragh describes as having the MHK Twist. Great consideration for how the family would interact with each other spurs this house-within-a-house concept. Two impressive wings flank the home’s single-story entry. Each sibling wing comfortably houses a master bedroom, living space, and children’s bedrooms. With amazing main-floor living for these homeowners, Kragh answers the question of how to strengthen the bond between family while maintaining privacy. “We’re very proud of this element,” Kragh exclaims. “We created a covered, exterior breezeway that connects the two wings together. So, in the evenings, grandkids can connect and play without having to run through the main house, but each family can close their separate wing.” u
Rear Exterior: The second-story gazing deck emanates Old Florida style and highlights the character features of the porthole windows. Architectural Land Design creates an entertaining deck and vanishing edge pool that cascades down to the playful yard, blending seamlessly with that of the lakeside. Casual gathering spaces adorn this double lot, including a wood burning fire pit, spa, and a meandering path. “The bright blue pool tiles complement our tropical palette and provide a rich and colorful atmosphere,” shares Phil McHenry, lead landscape designer for Architectural Land Design.
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The outdoor living lifestyle fuels the design of this home’s vast lakeside amenities, that not only connect to the tropical setting, but will create lasting memories for this family-oriented homeowner. “FEMA changed the regulations mid-stream, and the client agreed to raise the whole house. It was the right move,” explains Assaad, when recalling this pivotal moment during the build. Christian Andrea, principal and owner of Architectural Land Design, and lead landscape designer Phil McHenry, capitalize on the double lot’s existing mature heritage oak trees to create this lush, private entertaining space. The tropical palette is a vibrant mixture of varying shades of green — airy and dense foliage forge a unique textural experience for this landscape. Complementing the symmetry of the architecture, a procession of royal palms surrounds the magnificent circular fountain. u
“The bright blue pool tiles complement our tropical palette and provide a rich and colorful atmosphere,” shares Phil McHenry, lead landscape designer for Architectural Land Design.
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“After listening to the lifestyle the client wants to live, we designed the entire house around this outdoor living space,” shares Kragh. As Featured in Home & Design
“The massing of the design was equally important on this project to the detailing of the design,” shares Kragh, who delights in the intricacies of this exterior. “Steven Jallad [of MHK Architecture] did an amazing job detailing this house — it’s part of the culture we created at the firm and is our signature style,” Kragh continues. The home features horizontal lap siding, a mixture of roof lines, proportionate windows, brackets, gas lanterns, and a thoughtfully lit landscape. A roof deck crests the home, providing incredible views of the Gulf and daily sunsets. The mezzanine level boasts an airy breezeway that adds a welcoming layer of stylistic complexity. Unique MHKstyle continues through to the back side of the home where casual, outdoor living exceeds expectations. u
Outdoor Living: With the touch of a button, roll-down screens convert this outdoor living oasis into an air-conditioned interior space for maximum versatility. An aged bronze, Bahamian-style ceiling fan hangs from the dark stained ceiling, and the white porthole and louver designs carry this home’s theme. The casual setting is styled with durable, woven outdoor seating that faces the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.
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Kitchen: The dark walnut colors found on the sides of the island cabinets — by Ruffino Cabinetry — and the ceiling beams add rustic warmth to this stunning kitchen that showcases the same Sydney White quartzite as the bar. Gaddis incorporates an elegant, formal hood to blend with the cabinetry around it seamlessly. The elongated, beveled, hexagonal shape Calacatta tile backsplash adds a subtle complexity against the crisp white Ruffino Cabinetry. Polished nickel and white glass pendants with a nautical flair blend with the architectural theme.
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Every sliding glass door pockets into a wall, opening the home to connect interior with exterior. A shallow pool meets the outdoor living space for both formal and family entertainment, along with a set of bifold windows connecting the alfresco lounge and the kitchen, that when open, serves as a casual bar. Interior designer Renée Gaddis artfully weaves the client’s existing vibrant rugs into this picturesque, casual-coastal design. Creamy, chamois white harmonizes with a dusted blue hue for an airy impression, while the wood tones — from saturated walnut to a breezy, washed oak — evoke the tropical inspiration of this home. Bountiful in its artistic form, the home embodies the lifestyle of these entertaining, beachycasual homeowners, who achieved their desired connection to Naples, Old Florida, and family. “Even if the Old Florida style became overdone,” shares Kragh, “this house is a fantastic example of it done right.” n
Living Room: Gaddis uses an inviting Noce Black Walnut Legno Bastone Wide Plank Flooring from Naples Flooring Company to balance the creamy white palette. The homeowner’s vibrant rug inspires organic and natural forms that repeats on neutral throw pillows in subtle floral patterns. East Indies flavor shows in the dark wood, turned-leg, rattan cocktail among other warm woods. The wooden element between the white columns raises to reveal a double-sided television.
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Master Bedroom: This private retreat exhibits a splendid vault ceiling that provides plenty of natural light. “I want the homeowner to be delighted by the architecture of their home,” shares Kragh, who designs a one-story roof element that pops out from under the gable, creating a cozy backdoor alcove in this master bedroom. Gaddis pulls a coastal blue color from the homeowner’s existing rug as inspiration. The stunning white quatrefoil and diamond headboard with a natural raffia complements the design seen in the blue and ivory bedding accents.
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Master Bathroom: To harmonize the space with the tropical design, “we used a Composite OVC type material for all exterior ceilings and trim details — both painted and stained,” shares Assaad, who uses a durable treatment in this bathroom ceiling. The Kallista tub from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery is a restful centerpiece, while the bathroom’s vaulted ceiling, lined with wood matching the rich walnut flooring, adds much-needed rustic charm to the space. Each side of the his-and-her shower has a stunning tile feature — a combination of polished Calacatta Gold and Thassos by Artistic Tile from Ceramic Matrix.
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Front Exterior: With superlative architectural talent, MHK Architecture deftly uses varying roof lines with horizontal and vertical elements and a quaint, rounded-top mahogany door to create this MHK Old Florida style. Classic white adorns the exterior, while the metal roof is done in a silver Kynar finish that holds up to this design style and the salty sea air. Gas lanterns silently flicker while the circular fountain rhythmically dances — engaging the senses for an inviting feeling to this landmark property.
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Written by Rachel Seekamp Photography by Naples Kenny (pg 104, 107, 108, 109, 114, 115) Photography by Troy Campbell (pg 106, 110, 111, 112, 113) Architect MHK Architecture & Planning 975 6th Avenue South, Suite 200 Naples, FL 34102 239.919.0786 mhkap.com Luxury Home Builder Waterside Builders 1400 Gulfshore Boulevard North, Suite 106 Naples, FL 34102 239.430.3883 watersidebuildersinc.com Landscape Architect Architectural Land Design 2780 South Horseshoe Drive, Suite 5 Naples, FL 34104 239.430.1661 aldinc.net Resources: Builders Glass of Bonita 24181 South Tamiami Trail, Suite 4 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239.947.1505 buildersglassbonita.com
Ceramic Matrix 2160 Trade Center Way Naples, FL 34109 239.596.7997 ceramicmatrix.com 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 Legno Bastone Wide Plank Flooring 2684 Horseshoe Drive South Naples, FL 34104 239.206.1898 legnobastone.com Naples Flooring Company 900 5th Avenue South Naples, FL 34102 239.263.1213 naplesflooring.com Ruffino Cabinetry 7947 Drew Circle Fort Myers, FL 33967 239.939.1313 ruffinocabinetry.com
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