This coastal dream house, custom-designed by Zobrist Design Group and Nautilus Homes, is located on the bayfront of Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Florida. It epitomizes an unparalleled balance of style, craftsmanship, sustainability, and low maintenance. Drawing inspiration from the Abaco Islands, this home called “Island Breeze” gracefully unites historical elegance and modern simplicity, creating a luxurious waterfront retreat.

The exterior’s radius roof lines, adorned with cedar shake, hand-bent copper roofs, and Carolina brick, resonate with timeless craftsmanship and a family’s cherished memories. Inside, spaces like the great room with a soaring fireplace and hand-carved coral mantle exude elegance. The kitchen stands as a beacon of sophistication, adorned with Calcatta gold marble countertops and custom cabinetry.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECTURE Zobrist Design Group BUILDER Nautilus Homes INTERIOR DESIGNER Jett Thompson Interiors LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Michael A. Gilkey, Inc.

Environmental stewardship interweaves throughout, with features like a geothermal HVAC system, a sustainably sourced cedar shake roof, spray foam insulation, certified green framing lumber and windows/doors, and a community solar program.

These elements synergize to create a high-performance, low-maintenance, and stunningly beautiful home. Every detail, from the light blue louvered shutters to the antique mirrors and brass lattice, reflects a focus on design and functionality.

This covered porch features double retractable screens, one for insects and the other for hurricane protection, which drop down at the push of a button. Furnishings include rattan sofas with high-performance fabric and an unfinished teak coffee table that will patina over time.

“Island Breeze” transcends traditional homebuilding, embodying a perfect blend of luxurious aesthetics, innovative design, unmatched craftsmanship, and responsible sustainability, setting a new benchmark in custom home design.

What We Love: This coastal dream house strikes the perfect balance of style, craftsmanship, sustainability, and low-maintenance design. Thoughtfully curated details, both inside and out, create a timeless retreat that feels effortlessly elegant and inviting. Every space is designed with purpose, ensuring both beauty and functionality for years to come. Our favorite feature of this home is the covered porch with the hanging swing beds, so idyllic for beach house living!

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This coastal dream house encompasses 6,100 square feet of living space.

Above: In the main bedroom, the bed is a mix of wood and iron, a modern take on the traditional four-poster bed. Flanking the bed are bleached rough-hewn wooden side tables. The hand-thrown pottery lamps on the tables are by Charlie West.

Above: In the owner’s serene bedroom, an intimate seating area features an ottoman from Hickory Chair. The window treatments are a lattice print by Galbraith & Paul.

Above: This spacious back porch measures 18 feet deep and 44 feet wide. The flooring is Old Carolina brick, laid out in a herringbone pattern with coral stone banding. The porches encircle the house and are illuminated by lanterns that flicker like candles when the sun goes down.

This home is perfectly nestled between a seawall and two century-old live oak trees.

PHOTOGRAPHER Jessica Glynn