587 47th St., Sarasota, FL 34234

An Architectural gem, this 2005 custom designed home by California based architect Carla Culbertson is an example of structural design blending seamlessly with the natural environment. The modern yet warm design includes elements of The Sarasota School of Architecture such as a floating roof, continuous clerestory windows, a wonderful balance of indoor/outdoor spaces, corner windows, and use of natural Florida materials such as Coralstone and washed shell decking, but it has the feel of California cool. The house wraps around a 60-foot heated saltwater lap pool with spa encased in a screened-in courtyard. A detached (yet connected) wing currently being used as a creative studio space could easily double as a second master suite. Other features include a sleek, oversized natural gas heated fireplace in the living room, loft areas in both the guest bedroom and studio spaces, and a 2 car garage. This one-of-a kind residence is nestled on a half- acre of woods which includes 14 varieties of bamboo, providing privacy as well as lovely natural landscaping. Located in Sapphire Shores just a few blocks from the Ringling Museum, this intriguing home is now available and can be yours. This residence will soon be the featured home in the upcoming July 2018 issue of Style Magazine.