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WHERE LUXURY AND HOSPITALITY INTERSECT A FOCUS ON BEAUTY AND LIFESTYLE CREATES A STUNNING MODEL IN PELICAN BAY
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Beyond its beauty, this Pelican Bay model home offers an entire lifestyle experience. Joseph A. Bonura Jr., President & CEO of Bonura Custom Homes, a division of BHG Development, is a hospitality industry veteran, which gives him valuable insight into how people live and entertain in their homes. Bonura Jr. has collaborated with Interior Designers Rebekah Errett-Pikosky and Charlie Hansen from Clive Daniel Home to excel in their commitment to creative freedom. Architect John Cooney incorporates tropical elements to harmonize this contemporary exterior with its neighboring architectural styles. “The home is going to live as well as it looks,” delights Cooney, and that is precisely the vision set forth by the entire team, where an exceptional living experience is paramount. The foyer is an exquisite introduction of architectural features and meticulous details, reinforcing that this model is designed rather than merely decorated. “Our design process is intuitive,” shares Errett-Pikosky. “We immerse ourselves in textiles, furnishings, and inspiring visuals, and ultimately, the quality of design that emerges is not only a product of our work but is also an integral part of us.” The interior palette exudes sophistication with its neutral tones of soft grays, whites, and beiges. In contrast, the rich hues, white oak, and black accents give it its distinctly earthy modern character. Meanwhile, the open floor plan sets the stage for remarkable focal points like the wine room. u
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Staircase: This visually striking floating staircase showcases the impressive architectural skills that went into designing this home. The solid white oak treads rest atop a white powder-coated stringer, and its glass railing allows the natural light to fill the foyer and the upstairs hallway. Three concrete orbs from Made Goods strengthen the connection between architecture and interior design. Repose Gray by Sherwin-Williams provides an elegant backdrop with alternating 6-inch and 12-inch nickel gap trim on the walls. Entry Water Feature: The entrance features a striking reflecting pond, and it becomes an even more exciting design element when viewed through the dining room’s floor-to-ceiling windows. The contemporary design features a flat-roofed portico with doubled-stepped columns and a cable railing above the balcony. Bonura Jr. prioritized durability with a custom 10-foot solid wood door clad in composite material and opted for WinDor’s aluminum windows. Living Room: Errett-Pikosky and Hansen’s creative instincts led them to craft an exceptional media wall, and the choice is tile, which instills earthy hues and textures that marry with the John-Richard console table below the television. Two built-in shelving units in Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams show off accessories. The sumptuous Burton James sofa, upholstered in a velvety gray fabric, complements the throw pillows with intricate embroidered geometric patterns and glistening metallic animal prints.
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“Our design process is intuitive,” shares Errett-Pikosky. “We immerse ourselves in textiles, furnishings, and inspiring visuals, and ultimately, the quality of design that emerges is not only a product of our work but is also an integral part of us.”
Wine Room: Visible from the adjacent spaces, this wine room stores nearly 1,000 bottles on a metal and walnut rack system by Millesime Wine Racks and is temperature-controlled by Wine Guardian. Its concept comes from one of Bonura Jr.’s commercial projects, Blu Pointe in New York, where the wine room is viewable from different vantage points. The wine room and foyer feature matching finishes for a cohesive aesthetic, while the backlit wine rack is a captivating visual. Club Room: As a space to serve both lounging and entertaining, two suspended ceiling panels in Tricorne Black demarcate the lounge area from the bar in this club room. Nickel gap is a unifying element throughout and clads this wall, which the team embellishes with black and gold accented artwork from Sunpan. The team designs a custom ledge behind the sofa and this bespoke upper cabinet and shelf unit at the bar with a backsplash tile from Voguebay Tile. Kitchen: These designers elevate the classic white kitchen with dual espresso beams that cross the ceiling and descend the wall, framing the nickel gap hood and a 48-inch gas range. Everleigh from Cambria Quartz is the countertop, backsplash, and entire island with a distinctive base design that angles inward, resembling the shape of a faceted gemstone that sets the island apart from traditional, rectangular designs. homeanddesign.net
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Primary Bathroom: “We have observed in luxury construction an increasing desire among homeowners for personalized spaces,” shares Bonura Jr., highlighting the innovative approach of offering two distinct, fully-equipped primary bathrooms. “This concept undeniably contributes an extra layer of value to a home of this stature and represents a contemporary interpretation of luxury that prioritizes privacy and personal space.” The two bathrooms are cohesive with their sophisticated smokey gray and taupe colorway, luxurious vanities, and intricate geometric floor tile.
Bonura Jr. shares, “Rather than concealing a well-designed wine room out of sight, the idea is to celebrate and integrate it into the main area, bringing warmth and hospitality into luxury homes.” Bonura Jr.’s thoughtful programming ensures that this home has two kitchens, multiple indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, and attention to the number of powder bathrooms needed for guests. The design emphasizes the homeowner’s overall daily lifestyle, not just how the home serves guests and entertains. With this thought in mind, the office can be transformed into a VIP suite. Everyone’s tremendous focus on the livability of the home is matched only by the attention given to its aesthetics and ambiance. “In designing the interiors, we’ve been mindful to select fabrics and furnishings that balance approachability and refinement, resulting in a living space that feels inviting and elegant,” explains Hansen. “One of the most important items on the checklist is that the primary bedroom has sliders that open to the outdoor spa,” says Bonura Jr. “If anyone is going to use the spa in the evening, it is going to be the primary residents and being able to step directly from the bedroom to the spa is an essential lifestyle experience for this caliber of home.” For seamless outdoor connectivity, every guest room features balconies. Hansen and Errett-Pikosky’s inspirations for each guest bedroom are unique, making each room an exciting discovery. u
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Outdoor Living: The sitting area features comfortable chairs with bold striped cushions from Clive Daniel Home. The pool fountains create an enticing outdoor atmosphere, perfect for expanding the outdoor living experience. Primary Bedroom: Bright natural light streams in through the large sliding doors and fills this sanctuary, where the dark espresso wood beams complement the velvety taupe headboard wall, all to emphasize its earthymodern aesthetic. Silver, gray, and cream tones from the exquisite Ann Gish bedding complement the pearly chenille-upholstered bed from Clive Daniel Home, creating a harmonious interplay of warm and cool tones. The dazzling nickel and crystal chandelier from Crystorama infuses luxury, yet the neutral backdrop is still easily customizable.
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The outward beauty of this architecture and interior design is evident, but what makes this model special is the passionate commitment of all involved to create a complete lifestyle experience. This design is where luxury and hospitality intersect to create an extraordinary model and luxurious home. n
Office: This scheme mixes warm and cool tones to give it a luxuriously grand feel. An entire wall of cabinetry and a touch of gold in the drapery steepens its grandeur. A plush steel gray area rug sits atop warm white oak flooring from LW Flooring, anchoring the black freestanding desk from Noir. Meanwhile, a luminous branch and globe pendant hangs from the wood ceiling for an appealing mix of contemporary and sophisticated.
Guest Bedroom: The driving concept for this guest bedroom is metallic accenting, while the focal point is the headboard wall in a deep taupe, gold, and black wallcovering from Omexco. The nightstands are Clive Daniel Home pieces in a shagreen pattern with antique brass hardware to complement the bronze framed mirror above. “This guest space is a harmonious symphony of textures and rich tones with a built-in nook in the corner that seamlessly integrates functionality and charm,” shares Hansen.
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VIP Suite: “A stepped drywall design offers a distinctive touch to ceilings, setting it apart from the conventional aesthetics found in model homes,” explains ErrettPikosky. Another innovative technique is a standout headboard wall to bestow individual charm. The vibrant hue Secret Garden from Sherwin-Williams adorns the headboard wall with a custom white rippling box pattern. This captivating color makes its presence felt throughout the room, from the whimsical floral pillow to the artwork above the dresser.
VIP En Suite: Hansen and Errett-Pikosky elevate this en suite beyond a standard model bathroom. The 3-inch Arabescato countertop from Pompeii Quartz is at the heart of this refinement, while overall, the bathroom exudes a harmonious cool palette of smoky gray and polished nickel accents. The rich wood frame around the mirror ties it in with the rest of the home. An American Olean hex accent tile adds character to the sleek shower with a frameless glass enclosure.
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Front Elevation: “Pelican Bay has a variety of architectural styles, so this contemporary style with a tropical twist blends in beautifully,” explains Cooney, who positions the home to maximize the lake view and frames the drive with two oak trees. The architecture’s solid, clean lines and two-story windows support its contemporary form, while the wood accents and hip roof soften it. The sleek Eurofase sconces and geometric doors add complexity to this exterior.
Outdoor Living: The outdoor living space features inviting woven-textured sofas with bold striped cushions from Clive Daniel Home, perfect for relaxation. A sleek black and glass coffee table adds a touch of modern elegance to the area. The pool deck is made of light gray shellstone tiles to ensure it is not too hot to walk on.
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Written by Rachel Seekamp Photography by Matt Steeves Photography Interior Designer:
Luxury Home Builder:
Clive Daniel Home 2777 Tamiami Trail North Naples, FL 34103 239.261.4663 www.clivedaniel.com
Bonura Custom Homes 1660 Trade Center Way, Suite 1 Naples, FL 34109 239.234.2422 www.bonuracustomhomes.com
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