Project Details
- Project Name
- Enchanting Waters
- Architect
- DSDG Architects
- Client/Owner
- Private
- Project Types
- Single Family
- Project Scope
- New Construction
- Size
- 6,400 sq. feet
- Year Completed
- 2016
- Shared by
- DSDG Architects
- Team
- Mark Sultana, Architect
- Project Status
- Built
- Style
- Modern
Project Description
Water, water, everywhere. This six thousand square foot house was designed to emulate and reflect the water elements around it by capturing the water views and bringing those water elements inside. Features such as a Koi pond, living aquarium, infinity edge pool, Bay views, and Gulf views are all captured from this residence. Starting with the entry, a cantilevered concrete staircase climbs over a linear Koi pond with glass insert panels to reflect the water and light the face of the home. This feature is flanked on both sides by garages. The wood flush mounted doors become invisible as the wood cladding wraps the garage corner to draw occupants inside.
Inside, and viewable from outside also is a custom built 2,800 gallon aquarium with living coral and exotic fish from Fiji. The purple glow of the aquarium fills the double volume Great room and spills out the glass door entry and sliding glass door patio space. The large high gloss floor tile reflects the sky and water views from outside onto the walls and ceilings creating a ripple moiré effect. Looking through the Great room space onto the pool deck, an infinity edge pool blends the pool water with the water in Sarasota Bay to erase the distance between the Bay and the residence. The water creeps up to the residence and is only broken by a sixteen foot long linear fire trough.
The many levels of this house are apparent from the exterior. The main floor consists of a Great room with a master suite wing. The mid-floor above the garage features a fully functional theater room equipped with wet bar. The second floor features offices, guest bedrooms, and two bathrooms. On top of it is a sun deck which provides views of the Gulf of Mexico and sunsets.