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Built by President and General Contractor of Vertical Design+Build Grant Castilow — and Murphy’s husband and business partner — it became clear midway through the project that the client needed help with the many decisions and options he needed to make.
in Nokomis on Blackburn Bay — where small-town charm and a laid-back beachy spirit abound — this 5,550-square-foot waterfront home was partially built when Trade Mark Interiors’ CEO and Principal Designer, Tracee Murphy, was asked to lend her design skills.
Kitchen & Dining (Previous Spread): The client opted out of ceiling-height cabinetry, so to create a more finished look, Murphy says, “we added white herringbone tile from Design Works” above the kitchen cabinetry from Metro Cabinet Company. The Britannica quartz on the island and countertops was sourced from Cambria and is beautiful as well as germ resistant. Three seeded glass globe pendants from Arteriors Home Lighting add glamour to the space. Clad in blue leather with a driftwood-stained frame, the barstools are durable and easy to clean.
“I advised my client this was a great home, but when faced with all of the selections, it was overwhelming. If he wanted his home to be fantastic, I suggested he consider including Tracee’s input. Tracee and I frequently work together,” details Castilow. The client readily agreed. u
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Family Room: The family room is welcoming and exudes the livable luxury the client desires. Guests immediately feel at ease relaxing on the comfortable furnishings — most covered in performance fabric — even after they’ve just walked off the homeowner’s boat. The large-scale cocktail table is stained in dark mocha with matching rattan lounge chairs framed in a driftwood finish that are sheathed in a tropical pattern. For some drama, the designer selected a stunning gray and white wallpaper sourced from Phillip Jeffries for the family room media wall. The wallcovering pattern adds texture and interest like agate or quartz printed grasscloth. Sand-colored stationary linen panels sourced from The House of Scalamandré soften the pocketed sliders leading to the lanai. A forgiving nylon rug from Anderson Tuftex grounds the space, while a large, dark bronze ceiling fan ties the darker elements together.
Bar: The wet bar against the wall in the family room makes entertaining fun and easy. After applying the same cabinetry and quartz countertops used in the kitchen, the designer sourced a custom blue, 6-by-12-inch ceramic tile from Tile Market of Sarasota for the backsplash to provide intrigue. “I used glass doors on top of the built-in so special glasses and bottles could be seen,” notes Murphy.
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Guest Bedroom: The charming second-floor guest bedroom is one of the designer’s favorite rooms. A sculpted teal headboard flanked by free-hanging rope sconces create a touch of the unexpected. On the balcony, a swing bed is another happy surprise. The designer chose Stickwood, a sustainable peel-and-stick version of reclaimed wood, to add a wow factor to the tray ceiling. The rattan framed corner chair was sourced from Palecek and complemented the other wood elements found throughout this stately guest room.
Pool Bath: This fun aquatic pool bathroom features a school of fish swimming upstream in a zigzag formation on the Benjamin Moore Agean teal wall. With a nod to the home’s waterfront location, cabinet fronts are driftwood stained, and a contemporary oyster shell framed mirror further influences the space’s beachy vibe. Plumbing fixtures in the home were sourced from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.
The gentleman is a single man from the northeast venturing into retirement, and he was looking to step down from his career in corporate America. “My client knew what he wanted and how he wanted to live. He loves to entertain, and having a bar where everyone can hang out and watch games is very important to him,” explains Murphy. “In short, he wanted livable luxury with a masculine vibe. He just didn’t know how to pull it together.” u
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Study: The homeowner was still working, so he needed a study. Murphy chose a heavy metalframed desk with a glass top to make a solid masculine statement. Created by the designer to flank the desk, the custom cabinetry was built by Metro Cabinet Company and finished in a dark blue hue. Adding a contemporary wallpaper from Schumacher enhances interest over the desk area. For fun, Murphy selected a hooded accent chair from Palecek. The gray and white organic-patterned linen draperies from Peter Fasano and mirror other earth tones seen throughout this space.
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Foyer: Applying detailed wood moulding painted with Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace led to the ultimate luxury look in the beautiful two-story foyer. The commanding entry is further enhanced with driftwood-stained newel posts and modern stainless-steel railings. Stained to match the stairway, the European white oak hardwood flooring was sourced from Duchateau. Finally, a door to the left of the unique console table — comprised of concrete slats — hides the residential elevator. “We had the idea that since everyone comes into the foyer, we wanted to make a statement and give the space a luxe feeling,” states Murphy.
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Because it is a waterfront home, it warrants a relaxed coastal setting. Still, being a large house requires accommodations for various types of people with different needs who visit frequently. “One weekend it might be his brother and his brother’s children. The following weekend it might be all men. The design was similar to hospitality in that we designed for a diverse set of guests,” says Murphy. u
Primary Bathroom: Immediately setting the stage for the modern masculine undertone in the primary bathroom are a pair of rectangular mirrors adorned with coco beads — made from the brown outer shell of a coconut — each hanging above the double sinks, which sit atop a floating vanity. In keeping with the space’s less-is-more appeal, the open concept shower has no door and sports pebble tile and a linear drain. The shower walls are 12-by-24-inch matte tile in a light beige installed in a straight-stack style. The striking pendants are clear glass truncated with curved metal bars.
Primary Bedroom: The stately primary bedroom hosts a fully upholstered, winged king-size bed with custom striped cotton and linen bedding. The geometric concrete stools at the foot of the bed starkly contrast this neutral space’s clean lines and circular elements. Because of the needed length, the console under the television is a custom-sized piece. The sitting area is bathed in natural light and outfitted with two small patterned swivel chairs sourced from Palecek that overlook the pool area.
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Powder Room: Used by almost everyone who enters the home, this all-important powder room is a surprise. The standout gray and white wallpaper with printed palm leaves is similar to grasscloth. Flanked by 12-by-36-inch natural stone tile, the space conveys a tropical resort spirit. Wall faucets are carefully situated over the black nickel glass vessel sink, sourced from Oceana Sinks. “The frosted glass and brushed nickel mirror is slender and tall with a gunmetal frame. It’s perfect for the space and wasn’t easy to find,” recalls Murphy.
Guest Room: Custom moulding in the second guest room was painted with the same Benjamin Moore Agean teal as the pool bathroom and contrasted boldly against the crisp white paint on the carved wooden headboard. Nightstands feature carved detailing and a driftwood finish. The bedside lamp is wrapped in layered rope, adding to the traditional coastal elements found throughout the rest of the home.
In the end, the client was thrilled with the results of his fabulous new home. So is the designer. “This is a great example of pure trust in your design team. It came through beautifully and we’re super proud of that,” says Murphy. n
To achieve a coastal ambiance imbued with a rugged, sophisticated appeal, Murphy applied the distinctive blue and green shoreline color scheme, albeit in deeper and warmer tones. Touches of black in the four-bedroom dwelling against the home’s copious neutral walls create drama and add a hint of formality. Rich detailing — such as the shiplap, the warm moulding used throughout, and the extensive trim treatment — heightens the solid masculine essence of the space without going over the top. The client’s desire for comfort and a welcoming atmosphere were also driving forces.
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Pool & Outdoor Living: Bordered by a million-dollar view and verdant landscaping, the pool area is fabulous. The fencing separating the pool area from the lush landscaping beyond is a white aluminum rail with the same cable railing seen in the foyer. The designer selected the stacked stone that flanks the screened lanai — outfitted with retractable screens — and was responsible for the pool deck’s stone-gray pavers. Gray and white striped poolside loungers were sourced from Brown Jordan. The inviting outdoor living area is grounded by a blue and white rug, where two black stone chairs are grouped as small tables and, when needed, provide additional seating. The Palecek sofa, framed in natural teak and aluminum, contrasts the darker tones in the cushioned, open-weave rattan chairs. South Tamiami FL Carmichael Avenue FL Fruitville Road FL by Mary Thurman Yuhas Photography by Dylan Jon Wade Cox Photography
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