project description

We led the interior and architectural design for this estate located on over an acre of land in Miami Beach with a constant ocean breeze from the Atlantic. Boasting 100 linear feet of line dockage, spectacular sunrises over Miami Beach & Indian Creek, and breathtaking western rooftop sunset views of downtown Miami’s skyline, Villa Casa Blanca is envisioned as not just a home, but a retreat that rivals the best hotels and resorts in the world. We worked closely with the owner, who is an avid art collector and supporter of the arts, to create and execute our conceptual narrative of this sanctuary home and tropical oasis. The dappled light and wind blowing through the tropical breeze connect the interior to the exterior, and move slowly with the ephemeral elements to inspire moments of quiet contemplation. Custom design elements include: hand carved wood doors, custom fireplaces and plaster reliefs, limewash walls, natural stone bathrooms. These elements are juxtaposed with sumptuous soft furnishings and materials. Inside of the home’s modern rectilinear footprint, is a decidedly soft and sinuous landscape of furnishings and art.

Conceptual art, craft, organic modernism, futurism and materiality are the central themes of the estate, featuring a mirrored guest house & art pavilion by the water and a new glass enclosed pavilion off the koi pond for entertaining, featuring wine storage, lounge for tastings, and gaming area. Key architectural highlights include a breathtaking 3 floor sculptural plaster spiral staircase, a fluted marble master bath, and custom bathrooms featuring stone, plaster, and brass fixtures. The project also features a theater, wellness spa with steam and sauna, and a gym. The stunning custom-designed kitchen features custom Italian oak cabinetry by Italkraft, Italian tiles by Mutina, Allied Maker pendants, and marble countertops. The estate is designed around the lush landscape of the verdant Miami tropical oasis to offer truly indoor-outdoor living and features two swimming pools, two rooftop decks featuring lounge areas, edible vegetable garden, hot tub and firepit, a meditation pond and deck, an outdoor dining area, sunken conversation pit by the water, and a beautiful waterfall and stream that meander through the property with a zen breakfast area nestled alongside. The lush landscape and green space is the bridge between reality and fantasy.

Builder: Dowbuilt | Landscape Architect: CLAD | Architect: Kobi Karp | Lighting Design: Orsman Design