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yndsey Davis Nicklas of L Design Studio didn’t know the interesting challenges that were in store for her when the owners of a Naples, FL, condo walked through her door. The new clients were collaborative and liked to push the envelope, so they sought out Lyndsey and her team to turn their newly purchased condo into a home away from home. The design they came up with was modern and fresh and showcased items that were important to the clients. Lyndsey calls it one of the most fun projects she’s ever worked on. The owners of the condo were from Michigan, and they were hoping to find a new home in Naples that they’d love and could enjoy during colder seasons. They knew just what they were looking for, and spent considerable time trying to find the right condo with a spectacular view of the water, beach and city of Naples. Fortunately, they did find a condo that met their list of requirements, but it badly needed updating. The one they decided on has an amazing view of the gulf and the canal, and they can watch creatures like dolphins and manatees in their natural surroundings. The original condo needed a lot of work because it was “just plain old and outdated,” according to Lyndsey. On the positive side, its antiquated design gave her team a completely open canvas on which to start over, though there were limitations to consider since the condo is one of many units in the building. This setup—where one condo is surrounded by many like it—means there are columns to work around. A smaller condo building also means elevators with space too limited to fit larger pieces required for the final design.
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With the help of the architecture firm Ashmore Design LLC, Lyndsey did a complete overhaul of the floor plan and designed an Design + Decor
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