On a trapezoidal bayfront site, the Longboat Key Residence was designed by Halflants + Pichette to capture the full range of Sarasota Bay views while responding to the site’s unique geometry. The home’s L-shaped floor plan defines an outdoor shaded room at its center, where a raised pool and spa open directly to the waterfront. This arrangement creates a private outdoor space that serves as the heart of family life while maintaining strong visual and physical connections to the bay.
The covered porch along the bay side is protected by a roof terrace positioned more than twenty feet above. Slender steel columns support the terrace and give the structure a light, open appearance. A perforated aluminum stair connects the pool terrace to the roof level, adding a sculptural detail that enhances the home’s modern character. Inside, a glass bridge links the entry and dining areas beneath a continuous skylight, filling the center of the home with daylight and defining the circulation path.
Recognition
- 2025 – Award of Excellence New Work – FAIA
