Set on a one-acre bayfront site in Sarasota, the Indian Beach Residence was designed by Halflants + Pichette to integrate naturally with its landscape. The property’s defining features—two grand oaks and a large Indian Mound—guided the home’s placement and form. To reduce visual scale and maintain a sense of calm within the site, the design is composed of multiple volumes rather than a single mass. This composition grounds the house within its setting while maximizing open views across Sarasota Bay.

The design carefully balances transparency and privacy. The west façade opens to the bay through large glass walls that capture panoramic views and daylight, while the east elevation remains more enclosed, offering seclusion from the street. This contrast between openness and solidity allows the residence to feel both protected and expansive, fully attuned to its site conditions and coastal surroundings.