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Architect John Cooney of Stofft Cooney Architectural Group softens the Old Florida aesthetic without removing its defining elements. Corbels and brackets remain, paired with a light-gray standing-seam metal roof that blends into a near-monochromatic palette. Expansive Andersen Windows & Doors, sourced through Florida Wood Window and Door, establish a strong connection to natural light and reinforce the home’s transitional character. “I went a little more modern with the lanterns, but the traditional copper will patina over time — that authenticity is part of its beauty,” shares Interior Designer Megan Hickman of Freestyle Interiors.
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DESIGNED FOR EXPOSURE A LIGHT-FILLED OLD FLORIDA HOME BALANCES VISIBILITY WITH THOUGHTFUL DESIGN
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Overhead, a custom chandelier from Lightology spans the ceiling, its chain-suspended alabaster elements individually placed on site to create a sense of movement against the high-gloss Venetian plaster above. The effect introduces a distinctly theatrical atmosphere. “The drama of the chandelier and artwork brings a posh dinner party feel,” shares Hickman. Soft drapery tempers the drama, while a subtly curved table paired with upholstered Restoration Hardware seating reinforces the room’s inviting, social dining experience. 162
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Not every home is designed for such a prominent presence, but on a commanding Old Naples corner, this one meets its setting with confidence and intention. “On a site this visible, the design had to be different,” says interior designer Megan Hickman of Freestyle Interiors, who joined the project at its earliest stages to shape a cohesive vision for both the exterior architecture and interior experience. As Architect John Cooney of Stofft Cooney Architectural Group explains, the home presents a transitional interpretation of Old Florida style, preserving signature elements such as corbels, brackets, and a standing-seam metal roof. A restrained monochromatic palette — Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace along the lower façade paired with Classic Gray above — adds emphasis without visual weight, allowing the siding, shutters, and bracket details to emerge with subtle depth shaped by light and shadow. u
Living Room: A sectional from Vanguard Furniture anchors the living room, where sightlines extend toward the club room beyond. Framed in black metal, the glass partition underscores that connection, mirroring the entry. “It wasn’t part of the original design,” says Project Manager Robin Chand of Equinox Construction Group. “Megan wanted it to tie back to the front entry, and it became an important element.” Traditional detailing, including crown moulding adorned with fluting, is paired with a modern chandelier from Regina Andrew. Entry (Previous Spread): Light filters through the entry door where Hickman anchors the space with European Oak flooring in the 7-inch wide Zamar style, supplied throughout the house by Unique Wood Floor Company. The threshold reads more like a window than a door, softening the boundary between inside and out while introducing a brighter, more open arrival. A custom acrylic chain installation, designed by Hickman, inspires colorful accents throughout the design, and the staircase railing echoes the steel entry door.
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Kitchen Detail: A slab of Calacatta Manhattan marble from UMI Stone spans the backsplash and countertop, its veining carrying across the range wall. The hood, finished in Venetian plaster, introduces subtle movement, allowing the stone to remain the primary focus. Hickman uses this linear form to establish a rhythm between the hood, island, and light fixture. Even functional elements are integrated into the surface, with required outlets faux-painted with the marble’s veining so they nearly disappear. Underfoot, European Oak flooring in the 7-inch wide Zamar style, supplied throughout the house by Unique Wood Floor Company, grounds the space in warm, natural tone, its width and grain offering a quiet counterpoint to the marble’s movement overhead. Butler’s Pantry: Tilework by Steve’s Supreme Flooring brings a refined, durable finish to this hardworking space, continuing throughout the home’s bathrooms and laundry rooms.
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Kitchen (Opposite): Hickman pushes against the expected, reaching for a deep walnut finish throughout the cabinetry by AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry & Kitchen Design that contrasts with the surrounding cabinetry in Sherwin-Williams Alabaster. A thoughtfully incorporated drop zone supports daily routines, creating a place to land when entering from the garage while opening the space for both function and display. Above the island, a linear fixture from Lightology establishes a modern moment, anchored by the more traditional walnut finish. Club Room Bathroom: The vanity reads as an objet d’art, where a substantial mitered Ocean Storm marble is offset by a scalloped vertical slab. Hickman supports it with polished nickel legs that lend a more classical note, lifting the mass so it appears almost weightless. Set against textured grasscloth from Cowtan & Tout, soft blue undertones draw out the veining and keep the emphasis on the stone itself. The stone also tops the club room built-in, supporting continuity between spaces. Club Room: Hickman centers the room around conversation with chairs arranged to face one another, a configuration she notes clients consistently gravitate toward. A round marble cocktail table from Alder & Tweed, supported by sculptural spherical bases, anchors the seating group, while Hickman reprises the curvilinear motif in the Ladies & Gentlemen Studio chandelier above. A custom mural by M.Wooley ART pulls the palette from the surrounding landscape into the room.
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First Floor Primary Suite: A continuous, wave-like headboard from Parker Southern stretches wall to window, and a custom tête-à-tête is positioned to look toward the pool or inward. Hickman color drenches the suite in Benjamin Moore’s Revere Pewter, extending the tone from bedroom to bath and across the accented vanity. Sconces from Visual Comfort are mounted directly onto the mirror, casting a soft, diffused glow that enhances the room’s ambiance, while large-format porcelain from D. Allen Flooring & Design extends seamlessly across the floor and shower, creating a cohesive, enveloping surface.
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Further emphasizing light, the expansive glass entry reimagines the traditional front door as a fully transparent threshold, a bold departure that transforms the experience of arrival. Achieving this required close coordination across the team. Project Manager Robin Chand of Equinox Construction Group notes, “Collaboration with the architect and interior designer was key, and having everyone aligned made it possible to make quick decisions and incorporate design changes in a way that supported the overall vision.” At a broader level, Cooney approaches the residence with a custom-home mindset. “I design spec homes based on what we know our custom buyers are looking for: that open feel, abundant natural light, and even features like dual primary suites,” Cooney explains. “Our custom homes perform very well on resale, so we carry that same approach into these projects.” Hickman’s interiors meld traditional and modern influences with a practiced eye. In the living room, fluted crown moulding defines the tray ceiling with classical precision, while a sculptural brass chandelier and a bold onyx coffee table introduce contemporary contrast, resulting in a layered composition that seamlessly balances tradition and modernity. u
“One of the more unique aspects of the home is the inclusion of two primary suites, each designed with the same level of detail and consideration typically reserved for the main suite,” says Project Manager Robin Chand of Equinox Construction Group.
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Second Floor Primary Suite: With the same color drenching as the first-floor primary, Hickman uses beam work to define the vaulted ceiling, drawing attention to a sleek brass-and-acrylic fan from Lighting First, selected for its refined, modern profile. Extending across the headboard wall, a Schumacher wallcovering lends subtle texture, complemented by the fluted nightstands from Universal Furniture. Underfoot, the same wideplank European oak carries through from the main level, its 7-inch boards — part of Unique Wood Floor Company’s Zamar collection — bringing warmth and continuity to the room. In the adjacent bathroom, a freestanding soaking tub from Ferguson Home stands out against expansive marble-veined porcelain tile from D. Allen Flooring & Design.
Off the main living area, the club room serves as a multifunctional space, equally suited for focused work or intimate conversation. A floorto-ceiling window frames the surrounding landscape, while a custom mural provides a distinct interior counterpoint, interpreting botanical forms in softened, dusky tones. In the adjacent kitchen, Hickman embraces a deeper, more expressive palette. “We’ve all seen a lot of white kitchens, and yet there is something so elegant and rich about deep walnut,” she explains, grounding the space with warmth and depth. u
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The home’s program further distinguishes it. “One of the more unique aspects of the home is the inclusion of two primary suites, each designed with the same level of detail and consideration typically reserved for the main suite,” Chand says. From the firstfloor suite, the view extends across the pool to a carefully composed landscape. “On land-locked parcels like this, we often have to create the view,” Cooney explains. Here, curated foliage transforms the outlook into a private oasis — while the home’s bold architecture makes a confident statement from every angle. n
Lanai & Pool View: A whitewashed cypress ceiling softens the structure above, while a stucco-clad hood and stone backsplash define the outdoor kitchen wall. A concrete dining table and woven seating from Sunpan anchor the outdoor dining area, providing texture and comfort. Underfoot, limestone flooring extends outward from the interior, and the pool and surrounding landscape are composed to create a deliberate view from the outdoor living space. Rear Elevation & Pool: “What makes the pool successful is how architectural it is and how it’s incorporated with the house,” says Cooney. “The way the home wraps around it, and how it becomes a feature of the primary suite, speaks to collaborating with those who understand the architecture and build on it.” The pool’s crisp geometry is elevated by a medley of white glass tiles from Lunada Bay, while loungers rest atop an Ipe deck that adds warmth, echoing the whitewashed cypress used on the exterior.
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Written by Rachel Seekamp Photography by Venjhamin Reyes Photography Interior Designer:
Resources:
Freestyle Interiors 3525 Bonita Beach Road, Suite 105 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239.949.2210 www.freestyleinteriors.com
AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry & Kitchen Design 111 10th Street South, Suite 300 Naples, FL 34102 239.403.0600 www.allikriste.com
Luxury Home Builder:
D. Allen Flooring & Design 1826 Trade Center Way, Suite D Naples, FL 34109 239.431.5714 www.dallenflooring.com
Equinox Construction Group 1063 5th Avenue North Naples, FL 34102 239.331.3352 www.equinoxconstructiongroup.com Architect: Stofft Cooney Architectural Group 111 10th Street South, Suite 308 Naples, FL 34102 239.262.7677 www.stofft.com
Ferguson Home 38 Goodlette-Frank Road South Naples, FL 34102 239.963.0087 www.fergusonhome.com
Florida Wood Window and Door Andersen Windows & Doors 5691 Halifax Avenue Fort Myers, FL 33912 239.437.6166 www.fwwdinc.com Lighting First 28801 South Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239.949.2544 www.lightingfirst.us
UMI Stone 1615 Trade Center Way Naples, FL 34109 239.593.6995 www.umistone.com Unique Wood Floor Company 111 10th Street South, Suite 204 Naples, FL 34102 239.692.8210 www.uniquewoodco.com
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