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Blackburn Bay Residence
Blackburn Bay Residence
Sarasota County, FL, United States
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Blackburn Bay Residence
Sarasota County, FL, United States
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Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2023
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
Nestled on a Gulf to Bay barrier island, the Blackburn Bay Residence reimagines contemporary architecture by breaking free from the conventional "white modern boxes" that dominate the area’s landscape. Designed to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, the home creates a fluid dialogue between land and water, architecture and nature. The "split level hugger plan" reflects a hybrid approach, drawing inspiration from suburban split-level designs and courtyard configurations. Elevated to meet FEMA floodplain requirements and coastal resiliency standards, the structure embodies a thoughtful response to the island’s unique environmental challenges.
The residence pays homage to the coastal landscape, with its eastern boundary framed by mangroves and brackish waters of the bay and its western edge leading to the Gulf’s sandy shores. This design is an exploration of southwest Florida’s natural habitats, integrating native elements like beach grasses and sea grape trees into the architectural narrative. Nonorthogonal forms and gently curving lines create an elegant interplay between the built and natural environments. Carefully chosen materials, including stucco, tabby, wood, and concrete, ensure the home’s resilience against the coastal climate while reinforcing its connection to the island’s character.
The seamless integration of the residence with its environment extends to the landscape design, which flows around and under the home, erasing the boundaries between indoors and out. Roof planes hover and taper, while soffits frame spaces that feel both open and contained, fostering a sense of harmony and fluidity. The Blackburn Bay Residence is a testament to the art of architecture that respects its context, creating a timeless retreat that is as resilient as it is inspiring.
The residence pays homage to the coastal landscape, with its eastern boundary framed by mangroves and brackish waters of the bay and its western edge leading to the Gulf’s sandy shores. This design is an exploration of southwest Florida’s natural habitats, integrating native elements like beach grasses and sea grape trees into the architectural narrative. Nonorthogonal forms and gently curving lines create an elegant interplay between the built and natural environments. Carefully chosen materials, including stucco, tabby, wood, and concrete, ensure the home’s resilience against the coastal climate while reinforcing its connection to the island’s character.
The seamless integration of the residence with its environment extends to the landscape design, which flows around and under the home, erasing the boundaries between indoors and out. Roof planes hover and taper, while soffits frame spaces that feel both open and contained, fostering a sense of harmony and fluidity. The Blackburn Bay Residence is a testament to the art of architecture that respects its context, creating a timeless retreat that is as resilient as it is inspiring.
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