SRQ Magazine | Home of the Year 2020

BEST OVERALL HOME — OVER $2 MILLION- SILVER WINNER

ORCHID BEACH

NAUTILUS HOMES

Nestled in the white sands of Lido Beach, overlooking a 100-acre preserve of Florida habitat, this Colonial West Indies home celebrates the natural beauty that Sarasota is known for. Inspired by the sugar-plantation estates on the island of Barbados, “Orchid Beach” radiates a barefoot elegance. The family worked with Angela Rodriguez of Space as Art Interior Design and Ryan Perrone of Nautilus Homes to bring their vision to reality. Imported Dominican coral and a red brick paved drive transition to a courtyard with stone and bronze fountains, cedar trellises, gas lanterns and an intricate orchid pergola—creating a calming effect while approaching the home. The old-world materials and craftsmanship continue throughout the home, culminating in areas of standout detail, including an English pub–style bar overlooking the preserve, a regal and serene terraced pool deck, and a paneled master bedroom with windows to resemble the stern of an old sailing ship overlooking the bayou. Orchid Beach was designed as a personal oasis for the owners to share the Florida lifestyle with their family and friends. Even the guest suites are fit for a governor. They provide exceptional privacy—having their own “wing,” located on a mid-level—with their own balconies overlooking the beach. The home gives the feel of traveling back in time to a spectacular island estate and promises to become a timeless piece of architecture on Lido Key. Art and craftsmanship are the cornerstone of society. Orchid Beach combines an unparalleled level of craft into a living piece of art.

Contractor Ryan Perrone Builder: Nautilus Homes Interior Design: Angela Rodriguez Interiors Kitchen Cabinets: Elite Woodwork Bathroom: Elite Woodwork, Heritage Glass Carpets and Flooring: Oracle Flooring & Design Landscape: Hazeltine Nurseries Pool By: Fox Pools Photographer: Ryan Gamma Photography Other: Sarasota Granite Company, Myers Painting, Engler Window and Door.