217 Park Blvd., Venice, FL 34285

Effective age 2016, total renovation. Smart design, striking spaces --- from roof to curb, interior to rear. Virtually every mechanical component and structural space has been redone and reconfigured. This is what architectural remodeling should be, form and function in smaller spaces, asking what is a home, what could it be? Secured by 2011 metal roof and 2016 hurricane impact resistant windows/French doors. Warm and welcoming with mid-century modern exterior wood accents and a circular paver driveway. Two bedrooms, the guest with a murphy bed, connect to the kitchen/living/dining space. The large island is a natural gathering place, clad in granite nebulae of brown, greige and black with under counter white soft close high-end custom cabinets, flush to counter cooktop, and a stunning stainless stove top hooded fan. The custom cabinetry and granite counters with waterfall edging continue through the kitchen with a farm sink, stainless appliances, and pass-through serving window to the lanai. Built-ins by the kitchen and great room serve as a bar and is set off against a wood burning fireplace which separates the great room from the den. Beautifully coordinated are chestnut brown, wood plank in appearance, ceramic tile floors. The bathrooms are spa-like inspired, with frameless glass showers and quartz counters. The master en-suite, smartly designed with built-in pull out draws to store clothing and other garments. Outdoors is a delight, anchored by a Lychee Tree where green parrot flock can be found perched. The fenced backyard is large and private with low maintenance native Florida plants and landscaping, a 2016 newly constructed saltwater pool with water feature and glass mosaic tiles, partially under cover paver brick lanai, grilling station, outdoor shower, and hurricane rated shed. Location? Downtown, the Beach and the Legacy Trail are mid-way, each a mere 1/2 mile walk or bike-ride away.