A MODEL FOR SUCCESS
JOHN CANNON HOMES AND CLIVE DANIEL HOME COLLABORATE TO DESIGN AND BUILD A RESORT-LIVING MODEL BEYOND COMPARE
TThe Pindari model by John Cannon Homes, nestled in Wild Blue at Waterside Village in Lakewood Ranch, exemplifies sophisticated design and luxurious amenities tailored to Sarasota’s discerning homebuyers. This expansive 4,368-square-foot residence boasts four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a generous four-car garage, providing ample living space and storage. Responding to evolving buyer demographics, the design team has crafted a home with broad appeal, moving away from traditional coastal aesthetics despite its proximity to the water. By combining luxury with practicality and contemporary design, the Pindari model offers a unique living experience that caters to the evolving tastes of Sarasota’s homebuyers, all within a 30-minute drive from the coast.
The initial design discussions revolved around a new directive and a changing buyer demographic, which required the team to shift their approach to home design. Quentin MacDonald, Interior Designer at Clive Daniel Home, explained, “There was definitely discussion about current trends and what’s popular.” u
Front Elevation: John Cannon, President of John Cannon Homes, characterizes the home’s exterior design as a modern farmhouse style. “This design is a style that seamlessly blends contemporary and traditional elements to create a balanced and harmonious aesthetic,” he says. “It features clean lines with classic elements, a neutral color palette, a mix of materials and textures, and sophisticated detailing that together create an elegant and timeless appeal.” The streamlined driveway pavers and architectural elements draw the eye directly to the grand entrance.
The massive double-door entry opens to a foyer with a glass-enclosed study to the left, a feature wall to the right, and a direct sightline through the great room to the pool area and lake beyond. The foyer and great room showcase the beautiful wood floors, incredible architectural design, and interior details that make this home unique, including designer lighting from LyteWorks. MacDonald says Clive Daniel Home excels at designing openconcept spaces that draw the eye from one area to the next with complementary design elements that create continuity.
Kitchen: The kitchen has stained and painted cabinets, Bianco Dolomite quartz countertops, and an artisanal tile backsplash. It is equipped with professional Blue Star appliances from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, which combine a timeless elegant look with practical functionality. The extra-large windows in the kitchen serve as an organic focal point. A combination of standard and glass-front cabinetry and some open shelving adds visual interest to the all-white perimeter. The illuminated drop ceiling and elegant pendant lights above the island create a welcoming atmosphere, enhancing the space’s intimacy. The warm wooden barstools and brass accents create a comfortable yet contemporary feel.
Great Room: “In a space like this, the key is to ensure energy flows in multiple directions,” explains MacDonald. The room’s center is a focal point, featuring thoughtfully arranged seating that encourages conversation. The designers meticulously chose furnishings that blend comfort and style without obstructing views from any angle. A sofa flanked by two pairs of chairs promotes seamless movement throughout the area. Swivel chairs at one end can pivot to face the outdoor living space and pool. MacDonald emphasizes that the team aimed for a curated aesthetic, incorporating diverse textures in the chair fabrics, pillows, and layered rugs.
“At John Cannon Homes, we believe in creating homes that reflect the unique visions and lifestyles of our clients,” says John Cannon, President of John Cannon Homes. “This non-coastal design is a departure from the traditional styles to cater to buyers who seek a distinctive and personalized living experience. Our clients are discerning buyers who appreciate architectural diversity and wish to fill their homes with character and individuality.” u
Dining Room: This multifunctional dining area boasts a large wooden dining table the same size as the kitchen island, an elegant wine niche, and a wet bar adorned with gleaming brass and glass shelves, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The bright, airy ambiance is complemented by abundant storage solutions, including an adjoining pantry and a generously sized island. MacDonald masterfully crafted a moody counterpoint to the luminous kitchen, centering the dining space around a bespoke live-edge table. Two upholstered host chairs flank this striking piece, their colors echoing the natural hues visible through the kitchen window, creating a captivating indoor-outdoor visual dialogue. The addition of cane-backed chairs atop a dark, textural rug introduces a lighter element, skillfully balancing the overall aesthetic.
MacDonald and fellow Interior Designer Kelli Smith at Clive Daniel Home led the charge for the furnishings and accessories. “John Cannon has a great eye and hires great people,” MacDonald says. “Many decisions, particularly hard surface decisions, are made before we become involved. We do the icing on the cake, such as the rugs, paint colors, wallpapers, furniture, draperies, and all the accessories.”
MacDonald states that with open floor plans, the team focuses on creating a level of cohesion that ebbs and flows from one space to the next. They opt for as many custom furnishings as possible to make the homes they design truly unique. “At Clive Daniel Home, we lean in on things built in the United States. We lean in on things that are custom,” MacDonald says. u
Wine Room: The glass-enclosed wine storage area, located off the foyer and across from the study, is a stunning focal point. The design team turned the foyer wall behind the wine storage into a striking feature by applying grasscloth wallcovering, creating a captivating three-dimensional effect. This design is further enhanced by extending the wall to the impressive 15-foot-high ceiling, drawing the eye upward and highlighting the room’s grandeur.
Study: The John Cannon Homes team crafted the study’s built-in wall, while Clive Daniel Home designers enhanced it with textured wallpaper, elevating the space beyond a simple paint finish. MacDonald emphasizes Cannon’s goal of creating lived-in model homes, where accessories and finishing touches are crucial. The textured, striated wallpaper provides a perfect backdrop for these elements to shine. The feature wall’s striking design is complemented by a glass surround, adding depth and intrigue. However, the room’s crowning glory is the chevron ceiling detail. “We deliberately avoided hanging a light fixture to showcase the ceiling’s unique design,” MacDonald explains.
Primary Suite: This suite and its adjoining outdoor space were designed as a homeowners’ relaxing retreat. Although the room is spacious, the dark ceiling color creates a sense of coziness and warmth, while the canopy bed frame with goldleaf accents serves as an alluring centerpiece. Luxe leather chairs and a textured jute rug provide the sought-after curated look. Black and gold tones from the bed and the leather echo in the outdoor seating area’s plush pillows, creating continuity from one space to the next. “The goal for this space was to make it feel like you could really live there, to make it feel like it could be home,” MacDonald says. “One of the main reasons people come to Florida is because of our weather, because of the outdoors. We hoped to make these two spaces feel cohesive. You could wake up in that gorgeous bedroom and then make your way out onto the veranda by the pool.”
“Some of the standout design elements in this home include the expansive open concept living areas, the seamless indoor-outdoor transitions, and the use of high-end materials and finishes,” Cannon says. “We also emphasized natural light and incorporated design practices that make the home not only beautiful but also practical, ensuring a comfortable and functional living space for years to come.” n
Her En Suite: This luxurious sanctuary exudes a boutique ambiance, featuring polished porcelain and marble finishes, a stylish makeup vanity, a glass-enclosed shower, and a private water closet. The green paint from the bedroom ceiling and gold accents echo throughout, adding elegance. The sleek bathtub is strategically placed in front of the windows, allowing natural light to fill the space while ensuring privacy. Her oversized closet offers ample storage and a beautiful area for getting ready, enhancing the overall functionality of the room.
His Closet, Shower, & Vanity: The bathroom and closet have a sophisticated appeal, with dark charcoal tile in the shower, dark wood cabinetry, and a rustic wood vanity. The wardrobe showcases masculine elements with rustic wood, slate tile, and matte black fixtures, creating a stylish and cohesive look. The impressive chevron tile design flows across the floor, walls, and ceiling. The Clive Daniel team requested an electrical change in the plan to accommodate the unique asymmetrical pendant lights over the vanity.
Bonus Room: Guests have a private living area that can be used as a bonus entertaining space. The design team opted for a playful look with the gold-toned feature wall and boho-style chandelier. Bold black-and-white furnishings in funky geometric shapes, plus the graphic black-and-white rug, provide contrast to the warm wood ceiling, which demonstrates the level of customization available in a home of this quality. The shuffleboard table adds a lively touch to the room.
Guest Bedroom: A harmonious combination of light colors and textures creates a slightly industrial feel in the guest bedroom. The room showcases a carefully curated mix of materials, featuring a metal-framed bed and side tables that combine whitewashed wood with metal accents.“More and more, we’re seeing mixtures of textures,” MacDonald says. “We want to have metals and leathers and fabrics in each piece. We think that curated layers make it feel like someone loves the space. Maybe it took a while for someone to put things together.” The dark accent wall tempers the light bedding, floor, rug, and other walls. MacDonald carefully plans window coverings; this Roman shade is highly textured but sleek and tailored.
Casita: While the main house embraces a contemporary style, the casita offers a relaxed coastal vibe. MacDonald explains that visitors might want that traditional Florida experience. The furnishings and palette include gray-washed, driftwood-style tables with beachy sand-colored upholstered pieces. Hints of blue in a variety of shades harken to the ocean style. The casita has a private entrance but also connects to the main home’s guest quarters, providing a high-end hotel experience with a wet bar and coffee station.
Outdoor Kitchen: This outdoor kitchen embodies the Florida lifestyle, fully equipped for cooking and entertaining. It features a striking oversized island, stylish backsplash tile, comfortable barstools, and three televisions — perfect for game-day gatherings. There’s also a poolside dining area with seating for six and additional outdoor seating connected to indoor spaces by large accordion doors, including one with a 90-degree opening for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. MacDonald highlights the importance of energy flow and sightlines in enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor living.
Pool & Outdoor Living: The pool and deck feature sleek lines and a clean design, creating an inviting outdoor space. Ample seating connects each area, including a cozy firepit area off the primary bedroom, sheltered by a pergola that provides shade from the midday sun. This space is designed for outdoor living at its best—offering sun, shade, privacy, and room for entertaining. “There’s a great outdoor kitchen that includes a bar that you can saddle up to for watching TV. It’s a great space for hanging out or throwing a party,” MacDonald explains. “And we leaned into that. We wanted to do accessories that made it feel like you were at a party in the perfect spot for dining.”
John Cannon Homes
6710 Professional Parkway West, Suite 100 Sarasota, FL 34240
941.924.5935 www.johncannonhomes.com
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Clive Daniel Home
3055 Fruitville Commons Boulevard Sarasota, FL 34240
941.900.4663 www.clivedaniel.com
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery
5521 Fruitville Road Sarasota, FL 34232
941.951.0110
www.build.com/ferguson
LyteWorks
816 Manatee Avenue East Bradenton, FL 34208
941.745.2900 www.lyteworks.com
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Written by Heather Shoning Photography by Jimmy White Photography