modern masterpiece

BY OLIVER NASH PHOTOGRAPHY BY PELICAN PIX

MODERN DESIGN MEETS GREAT LOCATION IN THIS BEAUTIFUL West Palm Beach home. Located near the Intracoastal Waterway, the home’s second floor boasts water views from the upstairs balcony. Designed with intuitive living in mind, south Florida Realtor Suzanne Frisbie feels the layout is one of the best she’s seen, providing future owners a great variety of spaces; perfect for someone who needs a work-from-home setup. “The office and media room effortlessly convert into en-suite bedrooms so this six bedroom, six bath, 5,400 square-foot home offers really wonderful spaces for a family or for someone who has guests during the season,” says Frisbie. The home’s contemporary design features large windows that allow light and the lush views to stream in. “It’s like being in a fantastic treehouse when you’re inside,” laughs Frisbie. High ceilings are fitted with interesting light fixtures throughout, while the home sports impressive interior design that matches the architecture of the exterior. A mix of natural materials, metal, and glass provide the setting for neutral fabrics with pops of blue throughout. Frisbie states, “Overall, it’s a really beautiful home that’s been uniquely designed with the end user in mind. Features like the whole home generator, pool and lanai, proximity to the water, and the shopping and dining in West Palm Beach, make it difficult to find a better option on the market currently.”

GREAT OUTDOORS

The home’s contemporary architecture stands out as stone, stucco, and glass have been used to create a beautiful exterior. The square lines and clean colors are accented by lush landscaping; the design of which is minimal and unstuffy for a modern feel. The thoughtfully-chosen plants offer privacy and enhance the views from inside.

LIVING SPACE

“The home’s layout is very intuitive,” says Frisbie. “When you walk inside and take a look around you immediately notice how the rooms are laid out and how the flow works so well for everyday life and entertaining.” The living room features 24-foot ceilings that create an impressive introduction into the home. Comfortable seating is covered in crisp, white linen accented by dusty blue throw pillows. Two armchairs with silver T-back details also introduce color while maintaining the chrome and silver metals found throughout the home. A floor-to-ceiling fireplace surround is clad with textured stone to create depth in the room. A wall of windows and sliding glass doors lead to the pool beyond.

DINNER TIME

Large format porcelain tiles on the first floor provide a base for the formal dining room. A mushroomcolored wood table is beautifully surrounded by cloth-covered chairs and adds an organic element to the room. “While the design is very contemporary, the home is warm thanks to the textures used in the furniture and the light the large windows provide,” says Frisbie. An Italian glass and steel staircase offers a sense of separation for the dining room while also serving as a design element.

COOKING WELL

The large kitchen is filled with light and storage space. Flat panel, lacquered cabinets add a European aesthetic to the space. The soft greige complements the pure white stone on the navy blue island. The island’s waterfall edge counter is contrasted by the black stone counter and backsplash of the main counter surrounding the six-burner gas cooktop. A Thermador appliance package and Miele dishwasher make cooking and cleaning a dream in this open kitchen.

COZY COMFORTS

Directly beside the kitchen, a comfortable family room offers a gathering space for casual get togethers and family time. More color has been added to this room, while organic elements and neutral tones anchor the space. With such large windows letting in light, the designer added electric shades to all the windows for privacy, but also to keep the home cool and comfortable as the sun shifts throughout the day.

WORK FROM HOME

The well lit home office provides space for full time work or catching up on bills over the weekend. The room is well-appointed with a full closet (so it can be converted into a bedroom if needed), and floor-to-ceiling windows which take in the street view beyond. Finished with a wood desk and storage system, the room is warm and inviting.

MASTER LEVEL

Dreamy and open, the master bedroom features a monochromatic palette accented by rich wood tones and blue velvet pillows. Oak wood floors are used here and in all the upstairs rooms, to create a warmer base. The bed faces sliding glass doors which lead to a balcony area, perfect for starting the day with a cup of coffee.

ENSUITE ACCENTS

The master bath sports a modern design thanks to the floor-to-ceiling porcelain tiles accented by unique carved stone in the large shower/bath combo. Surrounded by frameless glass panels and doors, the shower includes a tub with clean lines and a contemporary square shape. Chrome fixtures, a double vanity with thick cut stone counter, and plenty of windows complete the space.

POOLSIDE ESCAPE

Surrounded by privacy hedges, the pool and lanai area is a great space for sunning and entertaining. A beautiful blue tone, the pool features a large spa with seating. Grey stone tile complements the home’s stucco exterior. This home is currently available for $5,950,000. If you would like more information on this home or others like it, please contact the Realtor who sent you this magazine.