CASA EVA Brings the Outdoors In

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Casa Eva

Bringing the Outdoors In

PHOTOS/MARK BOROSCH

When Craig and Eva Sas found the perfect waterfront property, they knew they wanted Windstar Homes to create their custom coastal dream home. They walked the lakefront property with David Lesser, co-owner of Windstar Homes, and gave him creative license. The results are jaw dropping.

As a design/build company, Windstar Homes makes projects turnkey. Every detail is handled in house, from architectural design to landscaping and interior décor and finishes. With over 23 years in the business, Windstar Homes focuses on custom luxury creations, most of which capitalize on waterfront views.

Casa Eva is a lakefront home with over 6000 sf of living area and over 9000 sf of total space. The 5 bedroom home sports an infinity edge pool, private guest house and 4 car garage. Whole home automation integrates the latest in technology, and the décor incorporates the finest finishes available.

This coastal home is designed to bring the outdoors inside. As you enter the foyer, your view travels through the open air courtyard, to the impeccably decorated living room and out

towards the outdoor living area. The infinity edge pool melts seamlessly into the lake, flanked by tropical beaches and palm trees. All that’s missing is your hammock!

Top of the line Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances are part of a wellappointed kitchen that features a double island design. Doors and windows open to the outdoor living area for entertaining, and a work kitchen ensures that any clutter is hidden from sight.

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The Leisure Room opens to the central courtyard and loggia

Loggia and award winning swimming pool with travertine pool deck

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Flanking hidden doors lead to the catering kitchen and media room

The coup de grace, however, is the 900 sf central courtyard in the midst of the home that seamlessly brings the outdoors inside. Four Majool palm trees create a tropical vibe that is completed by a “floating” downlit fire pit. The ultimate in Florida living.

Hallways leading to en suite bedrooms serve as art galleries with windows overlooking the outdoor courtyard in the heart of the home. And as you transition from room to room, David

points out subtle vestibule areas that add an element of privacy and space.

Friends since college, David Lesser and Bobby Gross have grown Windstar Homes into one of the premier custom design/ build firms in the southeast, winning over 67 awards in the industry. Theirs is a family owned business that has earned repeat business from their clients year after year.

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Award winning infinity edge pool

Conservatory with floor to ceiling custom built-ins

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