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To transform this home from traditional to contemporary, architect John Cooney of Stofft Cooney Architects increases the window and door openings with selections from Andersen Windows & Doors, from Florida Wood Window & Door. The bronze door and window frames stand out delightfully against the white paint with gray undertones while the landscaping, by Architectural Land Design, softens the home’s angles. The sleek, low-profile aluminum roof fits perfectly with this contemporary design, while the team revisualizes many other aspects. Stripping the columns of their traditional elements, Cooney adds reveals at the tops and bottoms to give the illusion that they are floating. The wood-clad garage door now features frosted glass panels. By eliminating the hip roof and replacing it with a glass rail balcony, the contemporary design comes alive. 156
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SYNERGETIC STYLE STUNNING TRADITIONAL DESIGN IS TRANSFORMED INTO A SLEEK CONTEMPORARY WATERFRONT HAVEN
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One would naturally assume that this fantastic, contemporary creation was the plan from the start, but that is not the case. The homeowners quickly found themselves desiring a more contemporary design. So, when the call came in to change the architectural style of this Naples home after construction was already underway, architect John Cooney of Stofft Cooney Architects and this team transformed this once traditional design into an edgy, contemporary home on the water. Owner of The Williams Group and builder, Joe Beauchamp, contacted interior designer Shawn Kronen of Kronen Design, who had the right flair to take this traditional style and transform it into a contemporary masterpiece front-to-back. u
Living Room: Mixed materials, shapes, lines, and forms from ceiling to floor define this living space. Cooney and Kronen work closely on the details to echo the rectilinear forms, pairing the indirectly lit ceiling design with the mirror-and-glass chandelier. Rich walnut doors add warmth to the palette. In a room with a lot of circulation, Kronen selects furniture pieces with visual interest. Bold pops of color bounce from the vibrant kaleidoscopic artwork to the throw pillows, casting your eye out through the large wall of glass to the marina. Entry: The curvilinear, custom staircase blurs the line between art and form. A special hand-applied Venetian plaster with mica flecks climbs the wall for a spectacular sparkling show as you ascend and descend the staircase. Your eye is also caught by the glass-and-gunmetal chandelier from Naples Lamp Shop. Galvanized sconces from a gallery in New York carry the curves, while below, a deep-toned, contemporary console rests atop the warm white and taupe bronze granite floor.
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Kitchen: An expansive cocktail bar boasts a walnut butcher-block top, contrasting the white lacquer cabinets that tie in with the main kitchen. A smoke-gray mirror backsplash runs up through the back of the glass display cabinets that reflects the sparkle from the custom Murano glass pieces in the chandelier. Swanky, metallic tiles flank the coffee bar, connecting with the custom hood and window frames. Floor-to-ceiling glass encases this futuristic wine room that holds the bottles with a ring-and-cable suspension system. It is lit overhead by LED lights that cast varying colors over the bottles as well as the cristallo-stone backdrop.
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“It is a fact that when you’re designing for a contemporary piece of architecture that there be almost a void of detail, so you have to make the details impactful,” Cooney explains. By widening the doors and windows — including a backlit, frosted glass garage door and a lit entry stair — the home that already had great massing and proportions began to embody a contemporary style. Cooney alters the roofline and adds a glass-front balcony, infusing this architecture with strong, clean lines. “This house had a very different look when we started,” shares Beauchamp, “but in the end, everything came together in one seamless and outstanding design.” Kronen, who has a deep respect for the architecture, lends his design talents to the project — from the architectural finishes to the landscaping design elements. “The indoor and outdoor environments become one big living space that requires a cohesive design,” states Kronen. Natural light flows through the full-height windows on the front of the home, highlighting the curved staircase in the entry that Kronen explains is “sculptural, and inspired the curves throughout the home that are in juxtaposition to the geometry of the architecture.” The sleek, minimalistic ceilings serve as a backdrop to the interior design. Kronen mixes materials throughout the space, building a spectacularly stunning contemporary palette that is both whimsical and lavish. By considering every angle and every perspective, Kronen wields a design that is truly synergetic. u
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Master Bedroom: The fireplace — clad in a soft-tone, handmade tile — is nestled strategically into the layered wall underneath the mounted television. A geometric tile pattern on the laser-cut, hand-finished screen is powder coated and reveals the drapery behind it for an impressive layered effect. A dramatic, crystal pendant from Naples Lamp Shop cascades down the front of the window, creating a waterfall effect. Kronen fashions a relaxing corner with a custom chaise by Kronen Design, placing a metallic stool beside it with a unique shape that rivals the ripples in the water. Master Bathroom: “A typical ceiling would be a tray, but since this is not your typical house, we added architectural elements called cloud ceilings,” delights Cooney, who continues to say that “they actually drop lower than the ceiling and seem to float.” This walnut-clad cloud ceiling offers prominence to the soaking tub from Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. The cabinets, with a swirly, Arizona Shadow quartzite countertop cantilever over a bed of river rock. The wall plaster offers a soothing, muted hue to this calming space.
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The outdoor living space boasts a pool that flows over an infinity edge and down to the dock, displaying a majestic view of the water. The emphasis on each facet connecting to the next makes the outdoor experience an impressive sight to gaze upon as you arrive by boat — an aspect deeply important to these homeowners who chose this location for its proximity to the marina. u
Office: “The beam ceiling is a nod to a more traditional design, bringing a classic element to the office while maintaining its modernity,” shares Kronen. With perfect placement, Kronen selects a 1960s Knoll-inspired table so the homeowner can capitalize on all the views. Under the large, open windows from Andersen Windows, from Florida Wood Window & Door, Kronen designs a deep window seat that can double as a daybed or gazing space. Loft: Geometric and fluid forms fill this upstairs loft. Billowy, lavish-green, canaryyellow, and violet shapes in the custom, poured-resin art above the sofa is “truly the star of the loft,” delights Kronen. The custom geometric screen encloses the space with style. Kronen places this free-form, faux silver leaf coffee table atop the soft and silvery rug to add synergy to the space.
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Thankfully, this back-to-the-drawing-board notion is a fun exercise for the team, whose experience in both building and design makes them well suited to roll with the punches and finish the job on time and on budget. Intention is the undercurrent that flows through this project — every piece, color, accent, and layout, from the entry door to the dock fit together flawlessly to create this synergetic, contemporary design. n
Guest Bedroom: Chosen for its sleek, uniform properties, this premium white oak flooring runs throughout the home. Above the lounging chaise, Cooney designs this asymmetrical tray with a shadow-line around it, giving the ceiling a floating effect. Full-height draperies add a lively rhythm, while playful shapes and vibrant cool blues and soft teals lead the eye around the room. This room’s whimsical spirit influences color choices throughout the home. Guest Bathroom: The square window on the vanity wall creates a design challenge for Kronen, yet he deftly creates a stunning, symmetrical elevation with illuminated mirrors and also places the faucets off to the side of their squared basins. This creamy countertop lightens the clean-line, deep-tone vanity. With a linear, straight stack on the glass tile backsplash, Kronen pulls organic forms in with the silver-to-white, tie-dye stripe wallcovering.
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Written by Rachel Seekamp Photography by Lori Hamilton Photography Interior Designer Kronen Design Company Atlanta, GA | Naples, FL 404.971.3077 kronendesignco.com Luxury Home Builder The Williams Group 1031 5th Avenue North Naples, FL 34102 239.643.1760 thewilliamsgroupinc.com Architect Stofft Cooney Architects 111 10th Street South, Suite 308 Naples, FL 34102 239.262.7677 stofft.com Landscape Architect Architectural Land Design 2780 South Horseshoe Drive, Suite 5 Naples, FL 34104 239.430.1661 aldinc.net
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Resources: Castle Services of SWFL 3963 Enterprise Avenue Naples, FL 34104 239.304.4620 castleservices.net Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery 38 Goodlette-Frank Road South Naples, FL 34102 239.963.0087 build.com/ferguson Florida Wood Window & Door Andersen Windows & Doors 5691 Halifax Avenue Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.437.6166 fwwdinc.com Naples Lamp Shop 4010 Tamiami Trail North Naples, FL 34103 239.262.1524 napleslampshoponline.com Ruffino Cabinetry 7947 Drew Circle Fort Myers, FL 33967 239.939.1313 ruffinocabinetry.com
Rear Elevation | Outdoor Living: With a conscious effort to deviate from the norm, Cooney designs this contemporary exterior with punched-rectangular openings to allow for natural light. “This is another element of the architecture that adds to the unique and contemporary design,” says Cooney. This outdoor living space features a curved bar, full kitchen with all new appliances, beautiful outdoor cabinets by Ruffino Cabinetry in a cypress finish, motorized insect screens from Castle Services of Southwest Florida, and lush foliage by Architectural Land Design. The porcelain tile deck is a floating system that allows rainwater to drain to a pan below. With a color palette of deep lagoon, this rich and inviting spot is a destination retreat from inside the home or from the water.
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