Villa Bahia

Villa Bahia

Villa Bahia is a contemporary single-family residence defined by clarity of form and precision in structure. Designed by Halflants + Pichette, the home is composed of four simple volumes arranged perpendicular to one another, creating a strong architectural rhythm. The organization of these intersecting elements establishes a sequence of movement that leads from the ground entry to the elevated living and pool levels above. Each volume is positioned to frame views and capture light, giving the house a sense of sculptural balance and compositional order.

The primary vertical circulation connects directly to the elevated pool and main living areas. This layered arrangement enhances privacy while opening the upper floors to outdoor living and water views. On the third level, the building cantilevers dramatically over the pool terrace—a structural statement that defines the identity of the home. The uppermost spaces include bedrooms, offices, and a gym, each oriented toward the water and the public park across the street.

GEOMETRY, STRUCTURE, AND ELEVATED LIVING

Villa Bahia demonstrates how disciplined geometry and engineering precision can create both visual drama and livable comfort. The interplay of cantilevered volumes and shaded terraces provides depth, proportion, and a seamless transition between architecture and landscape. The elevated pool terrace becomes the home’s centerpiece, protected beneath the overhanging third-floor structure while remaining open to air and light.

As Sarasota architects experienced in single-family residential design, Halflants + Pichette approach each project as an exploration of form, structure, and environment. Villa Bahia reflects their commitment to crafting homes that balance architectural clarity with Florida’s outdoor lifestyle—modern in expression, efficient in layout, and fully integrated with their surroundings.