HI TEC RANCH

DSDG ARCHITECTS

GOLD WINNER: BEST LANDSCAPE | OUTDOORS DESIGN

The 11-acre site afforded plenty of privacy but a symbolic moat adds to its majesty. Two free-formed shaped ponds were added to create a meandering promenade entry complete with a bridge. The surrounding vegetation was crafted to evoke old Florida plantings. Tall grasses were placed between cattails and curved sabal palms to make the ponds appear as always present. Vegetation is rhythmically scattered throughout to soften and cool the deck experience. Firepits normally infer a gathering space, these pits surround the pool, make the pool the gathering space. A waterfall between the two acrylic panels adds the gentle water cascade sound to a peaceful setting.

Architect: Mark Sultana, AIA NCARB-DSDG Contractor and Builder: Voigt Brothers Construction Interior Design: April Balliette, Allied ASID-DSDG Kitchen Cabinets: Campbell Cabinetry Designs Bathroom: Campbell Cabinetry Designs Stonework: Sticks & Stones Landscape: Tim Borden-Borden Landscape Designs Pool: Water Designs of Sarasota Photographer: Ryan Gamma Photography