WRITER’S Repose
PROJECT Scope
Transformation Goals:
Convert a 1930s Dorothy Draper-inspired home with maximalist aesthetics (bright pinks, deep greens) into a contemporary French Modern residence
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Location: Stuart, Florida
Property Size: 11,000 square feet
Project Type: Renovation | Design-Build | Fine Furnishings
Design Style: French Modern
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Full interior & exterior re-design
Landscape design concept
Design-build coordination
Fine furnishings curation and specification
Complete home renovation + addition to guest house and garage
New custom deep-water dock with multi-yacht berthing and watercraft storage
Indoor-outdoor living space integration
Technology systems modernization
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9 Seaglass Awards - demonstrating excellence across multiple design categories.
The project successfully proved that a complete design transformation could update the home from its 1930s roots while making it “viable for today's time" - achieving both aesthetic beauty and functional modern living requirements.
The Transformation:
THE Key CHALLENGES Addressed.
Spatial reconfiguration - Opening up closed-off interiors for modern living
Technology integration - Updating outdated systems throughout the home
Indoor-outdoor connection - Creating better flow and connection with outdoor spaces
Aesthetic modernization - Moving from antiquated maximalist design to refined French Modern elegance
Universal design integration - Adding another ADA-compliant first-floor bedroom and bathroom to enhance accessibility and maximize resale value
Automotive storage expansion - Increasing garage capacity to accommodate three additional vehicles for luxury lifestyle needs
Waterfront infrastructure development - Installing custom deep-water dock with multi-yacht berthing and watercraft storage to maximize waterfront living potential