Kelsey Leigh Design together with Camlin Custom Homes have created this beautiful coastal house perched on the waterfront of the Manatee River in Sarasota, Florida. The project team invested nearly two years in the comprehensive design of this project, from the initial floor plan to the selection of furnishings.

Their goal was to craft a timeless, breathtaking, inspiring home that created a sense of unexpected heritage for the homeowners for years to come. This dwelling was constructed with its beautiful views as the cornerstone of this design. ⁠The top three highlights include the custom-built wine cellar, the built-in arch in the guest room, and the kitchen’s incredible marble backsplash.

Above: The front facade of this home features stucco-and-white brick. The landscape architect planted Medjool date palms and Italian cypress. 

DESIGN DETAILS: INTERIOR DESIGN Kelsey Leigh Design Co. HOME BUILDER Camlin Custom Homes LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Hardy Outdoor

Above: In the foyer, the area rug was sourced from Loloi Rugs. The light fixture is the Patricia Round Chandelier sourced from Made Goods. The bench is vintage, while the modern fiber art hanging above it is by Lauren Williams Art + Home. The Classic Home Landon 6 Door Sideboard is by Classic Home. The lamp is from Visual Comfort & Co.

Focused on the unparalleled view of the Manatee River in Florida, the project team strategically oriented the entire design to capture the stunning sunset over the water, ensuring a seamless integration with the natural surroundings. This project exemplifies the designers’ commitment to creating a harmonious living space that resonates with the inherent beauty of its environment.

What We Love: This Florida house is stunning indoors and out, boasting idyllic riverfront views and plenty of space for entertaining family and friends. Inside, warm and inviting living spaces feature a European rustic style with modern elements. Overall, we love the design of this house, from the stunning living room with a wine cellar to the decadent kitchen with its stunning mix of materials, exquisite pendant lights, and comfortable bar stools.

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Above: The living room features a cast-stone fireplace with a soapstone interior trim. A pair of Sinclair Round Ottomans are from Four Hands.

Above: The light fixture over the living room is the Pauillac Fabric Shade Round Chandelier 60, sourced from Restoration Hardware.

Above: The Tyler leather armchairs are from Pottery Barn, while the Elden floor lamp is from Arteriors Home.

Above: The walls throughout this home are painted in Swiss Coffee OC-45 – Benjamin Moore.

Above: In the kitchen, the perimeter countertops and backsplash are Oyster White marble, while the island countertop is Caesarstone concrete. The Tapestry Counter Stools are by Essentials For Living.

Above: Suspended above the island are the Rodan Hammered Metal Dome Pendant Lights from Crate & Barrel. Additional highlights in this space include the Sully “Classic” – Lacanche Kitchen Range and the Gavin faucet from Newport Brass.

Above: The homeowners love to entertain, so the designer created a comfortable dining space that includes a Cabrera Concrete Rectangular Dining Table from Restoration Hardware and Amare Dining Chairs from Four Hands Furniture. The benches were custom fabricated. The chandelier is from Palecek. Grounding this inviting space is a vintage area rug.

Above: In the bedroom, a bench from Community Manufacturing adorns the foot of the bed. The dresser was sourced from Brownstone Furniture, while the Dauphine floor lamp is by Visual Comfort & Co. The window treatments are from The Shade Store. Grounding this space is a textural area rug from Loloi Rugs.

Above: In the corner of the bedroom is an armchair and side table sourced from the Heritage House.

Above: The loggia offers the ultimate entertaining space, featuring wicker chairs, a sofa, and coffee tables all sourced from Four Hands Furniture. The alfresco dining space features chairs from the Heritage House and a dining table from Restoration Hardware.

Above: The landscape designer added a Mediterranean vibe to this backyard oasis by planting a European olive tree.

Above: A comfortable seating area next to the pool features the Larnaca Outdoor Teak Deck Chairs and Tropea Fluted Round Coffee Table, both from Williams-Sonoma Home. The Fresno Long Wall Sconces by Visual Comfort & Co. 

PHOTOGRAPHER Kacey Gilpin