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Fall 2026
LAYERED MODERNISM
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A study in precision and restraint, this newly constructed residence reimagines the seasonal retreat through a distinctly contemporary lens. Designed for a professional family dividing its time between Florida and the Northeast, the home balances visual impact with everyday ease. From the outset, the directive was clear: create a residence with a strong modern presence that still feels warm, cohesive, and flexible enough to support family life. The project emerged from a close collaboration between Harwick Homes, led by President Shane Klepko, and Collins DuPont Design Group, where interior designers Colleen Wilson and Sherri DuPont guided the interiors. Starting with a conceptual plan, the team made extensive modifications to tailor the home to the clients’ lifestyle. “They made adjustments to bedroom sizes and touched just about every part of the floor plan for their specific family needs,” Klepko says. That level of engagement is reflected in a layout that feels both intentional and fluid. Architecturally, the residence finds a nuanced balance between traditional Florida influences and a modern sensibility. “It’s a strong example of a transitional home, moving away from a traditional Florida style and toward a more modern aesthetic,” Klepko notes. The front elevation establishes the tone through symmetry and layered materials without excess ornamentation. Inside, the plan opens into a sweeping great room, where the kitchen, dining area, and living space unfold as one continuous experience. Deliberately oriented to capture long views across the golf course, the home remains firmly connected to its setting. u
Front Elevation: A balanced composition sets the tone for the home’s transitional design, blending crisp lines with a richly layered mix of materials. Creamy stucco walls are offset by a charcoal-toned roof and restrained detailing, creating a refined yet approachable façade. A striking front door, expansive windows, and sleek garage doors further the home’s modern sensibility. “It was designed to stand apart from the surrounding homes while still honoring traditional Florida style,” Klepko says, underscoring a cleaner, more contemporary vision tailored to the client.
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Great Room: At the heart of the home, the great room balances openness with refined detail. Light-toned Century Furniture sofas and Bernhardt swivel chairs, metallic finishes, and glass surfaces reflect natural light, creating an airy composition. A transparent-topped Vanguard cocktail table preserves clear sightlines, while a Nourison rug and shimmering pillow fabrics introduce depth, texture and movement. “We went through several design concepts to create something unique that would be the focal point,” says Colleen Wilson, interior designer with Collins DuPont Design Group. The resulting fireplace wall pairs bookmatched Cristallo quartzite from UMI Stone with custom charcoalstained wood cabinetry and stainless steel accents, creating a dramatic focal point defined by symmetry and material contrast. Framed by expansive glazing, the great room opens seamlessly to the lanai and pool beyond, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out and extending views toward the golf course. “Coming through the front door, there’s an unobstructed view all the way out to the golf course,” says Klepko.
For Wilson, the interiors were shaped by the clients’ appetite for distinctiveness. “The clients really wanted a creative, contemporary look with a wow factor in almost every area,” she recalls. That ambition is expressed through a carefully controlled palette of blues, grays, and soft neutrals, carried across flat-panel cabinetry, tailored upholstery, and layered material compositions. Throughout the home, metallic accents, sculptural lighting and dimensional surfaces introduce visual rhythm and moments of contrast without disrupting the overall sense of cohesion. u
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Execution required close coordination across every discipline, from ceiling detailing and cabinetry design to finish selections and construction logistics. As Wilson explains, the firm’s role was comprehensive: “From the ground up, we design and provide specifications for the ceiling designs, all selections, tile drawings, paint schedules, and everything the builder needs to complete the home.” The result is an environment in which architecture and interiors are conceived as a unified whole rather than as separate, sequential phases. Equally integral to the design is the home’s relationship to its setting. Extending across much of the rear elevation, the lanai dissolves the boundary between indoors and out. Pocketing glass doors open to a series of outdoor living zones — including a kitchen, dining area, lounge, and fire pit — each positioned to maximize views and everyday usability. This layered approach reinforces the home’s central ethos: a considered balance between bold design gestures and intuitive functionality. Rather than relying on a single defining feature, the residence succeeds through its orchestration. Client vision and execution, architecture and interiors, and dramatic expression and relaxed livability come together in a home that feels as cohesive as it is memorable. n
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Kitchen: Flat-panel lacquer cabinetry and a minimal crown profile establish a sleek foundation, reflecting the home’s disciplined approach to material and form. A smoky blue-gray backsplash from Design Works introduces depth without visual clutter, while a custom range hood, trimmed in wood to echo the white oak flooring, creates a warm, continuous thread through the space. Appliances and plumbing fixtures from Ferguson Home support streamlined functionality while complementing the kitchen’s refined palette. Suspended above the island, sculptural pendants provide a distinctive focal point—a deliberate response to the client’s desire for memorable design moments. “Lighting fixtures and architectural lighting quickly became a driving force in the design and theme of the home,” says Sherri DuPont, interior designer with Collins DuPont Design Group. “Once the drywall ceiling details were determined, we began searching for the perfect decorative lighting fixture to complement them.” Dining Room: A custom bar wall gives the dining area a distinct identity within the open great room, layering lacquer cabinetry, dark countertops, and multi-tonal Glazzio tile from Design Works. Hammerton sconces mounted directly on the cabinetry enhance function and atmosphere, illuminating glassware and reflective surfaces. Bernhardt dining chairs, upholstered in faux leather at the front and a patterned fabric at the back, balance durability with visual interest. The result is a layered, polished setting that remains seamlessly connected to the surrounding great room.
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Primary Bedroom: A geometric ceiling treatment introduces subtle architectural interest while preserving the primary suite’s sense of calm. Wood inlays echo the flooring below, reinforcing material continuity, while a restrained palette of soft neutrals, blues, and chrome accents sets a serene tone. A Bernhardt bed and Vanguard chairs emphasize comfort and clarity of form, complemented by draperies and matching pillow shams in a delicate Stroheim fabric. A luxurious Fabrica rug adds another layer of texture, completing a retreat that reflects the home’s warm, contemporary character.
Primary Bathroom: Thoughtful planning balances openness with privacy in the primary bath. Blue-toned mosaic shower flooring from Prestige Marble & Designs and softly textured wall tile introduce layered color, while sleek cabinetry and dimensional mirrors reinforce the home’s modern aesthetic. An open shower anchors the space, flanked by his-and-hers custom closets by The Closet Company, where tailored storage maximizes capacity while maintaining the room’s clean, streamlined appearance. Frosted-glass panel doors allow natural light to filter through while preserving privacy, completing a bath that feels both highly functional and spa-like.
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Guest Bedroom & Bathroom: Home Treasures textiles and custom pillows give this guest suite a tailored yet relaxed character. In the bath, vertical pendant lights and mirrors hung at varying heights create dimension, while glass tile surfaces reflect light throughout the compact space. Metal, glass, and textured wallcoverings continue the home’s layered material language while giving the suite a distinct identity.
“The clients really wanted a creative, contemporary look with a wow factor in almost every area,” Interior Designer Colleen Wilson of Collins DuPont Design Group recalls.
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Second Guest Bedroom & Bathroom: Custom-designed beds, tailored precisely to the room’s dimensions, maximize flexibility in this guest suite. An upholstered headboard wall accommodates two beds comfortably without encroaching on the room’s architectural elements. In the adjoining bath, a bold herringbone tile pattern extends from the vanity through the shower, visually linking the two zones. “Not many clients want such extensive tile work,” Wilson says, underscoring the home’s commitment to distinctive detailing.
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Outdoor Kitchen & Living Area: A seamless open-air retreat invites both relaxed lounging and effortless entertaining, anchored by a richly veined blue-green stone island and durable deep-blue cabinetry. Summer Classics barstools and loungers, Lane Venture furnishings, a fire-pit lounge, and a poolside setting extend the home’s contemporary palette outdoors, while motorized hurricane shutters and insect screens by Castle Services of Southwest Florida offer adaptable comfort without compromising the view.
Written by Heather Shoning Photoshoot Styled by Matthew Kritis Photography by Dan Cutrona Photography Interior Designer:
Resources:
Collins DuPont Design Group 8911 Brighton Lane Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239.948.2400 www.collins-dupont.com
Castle Services of Southwest Florida 3963 Enterprise Avenue Naples, FL 34104 239.304.4620 www.castleservices.net
Ferguson Home 38 Goodlette-Frank Road South Naples, FL 34102 239.963.0087 www.fergusonhome.com
Luxury Home Builder:
The Closet Company 5857 Shirley Street, Suite B Naples, FL 34109 239.434.6655 www.theclosetcompanynaples.com
Prestige Marble & Designs 25171 Bernwood Drive Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239.221.7996 www.prestigemarbleanddesigns.com
Design Works 2082 Trade Center Way Naples, FL 34109 239.378.5219 www.floridadesignworks.com
UMI Stone 1615 Trade Center Way Naples, FL 34109 239.593.6995 www.umistone.com
Harwick Homes 3368 Woods Edge Circle, Suite 101 Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239.498.0801 www.harwickhomes.com
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