When Collins Dupont was initially given the opportunity to design the interior of Mangrove Bay Lot 50, the goal was for it to become a spec home that showcased the elevated aesthetic these homes could provide its owners.

For a little more insight behind this transformation and incredible designs from the Collins DuPont team, several of our designers were queried about the details and the work that went into bringing this luxury spec home to life.

What was the inspiration behind the design of Lot 50?

“We took inspiration from high-end yacht clubs throughout Florida and Hawaii.”

Many of the elements the team explored were various yacht clubs’ exterior attractions. Large open sections expose the dining rooms and other prominent areas of the home to the waterways, all of which serve to display the river that Mangrove Bay was built around. Sliding barn doors, which gave the home a more casual feel, open the guest room to the Gordon River.

“We pulled from this inspiration due to the fact that the home is directly located on the Gordon River and our desire to incorporate the boat garage as part of the home on the first level.”

Were there any custom pieces or custom structural elements added to the design of the home?

“We modified the layout of the home to accommodate a bar with a high gloss lacquer finish. We were able to recoup some dead space from one of the bedrooms to make this possible, which ends up making the bar a focal point of the main living area.”

The bar’s high-gloss lacquer finish is in a muted blue tone, the color of which can be seen consistently throughout the home. Calming and nautical in nature, it’s a perfect contrast to the warm stained wooden floors.

 

“We also created floating slab ceiling details to bring the floor color to the ceiling, which helps highlight the height of the area, which is 14’.”

Collins DuPont Design Group is renowned for its custom ceiling elements in past projects they have completed. Their designers have found that oftentimes ceilings are disregarded when it comes to designing the space. However, to truly tie all elements together in a custom design for a luxury home, every surface must be considered to keep all elements in harmony with one another.

“We added an electric fireplace in the great room to create a warm inviting area central to the home, which has a large wall of sliding doors that open to the large outdoor living area.”

Adding a fireplace to the central area was important for the overall design of the home thereby making it easy to host parties while keeping the doors open and creating an area where owners can gather with friends or family and still feel the fresh breezes off of the river.

“We turned a guest room into the study, which has barn doors that open to the Gordon river to create a nice view while working.”

Collins DuPont team members not only wanted to showcase the architecture of the home but also to highlight an opportunity the space provided and therefore adjusted the guest bedroom to add a study. Over the past couple of years, as more and more people continue to work from home, adding a study to this particular home created the perfect work-from-home workspace with the serene waters of the riverfront as its backdrop.

“The cohesiveness and the open nature of Lot 50 was our main goal and I think we achieved that.” 

What were some challenges you had to overcome during this design?

 “This project started right at the beginning of the pandemic. We had a few original selections that we had to go back to the drawing board for and find new, available pieces that still fit the original design intent.”

Due to many constraints resulting from supply chain hold-ups, Collins Dupont was forced to rethink some of its decisions on furniture and other various elements of the home including finding additional suppliers and local craftsmen to create pieces needed for structural elements. Procuring new pieces was definitely a challenge, they said, but although their initial vision required some alteration, the outcome was significantly better than expected.

“We were tasked with finding a better layout solution for the master bath for a custom home. Finding a delicate balance that bridged coastal and nautical design without being too trite.”

The difficulty with a master bathroom is that most homeowners want to accommodate dual vanities and still leave enough space for an oversized walk-in shower and tub. Thinking that a split layout might be best, the team settled on a design that did not make the room feel heavy on one side over the other. As for it’s aesthetic, Collins Dupont combined coastal elements in the textures of the mirrors and continued the wood look tile flooring up onto the wall behind the tub to add interest to the room while also keeping the color and texture consistent.

John Orgren, the Residential Studio Director at MHK Architecture and Planning stated, “Our goal with Mangrove Bay was to build a neighborhood that has a small-town character consistent with Naples.”

“We are proud of how beautiful Mangrove Bay has turned out and its contribution to the beauty and uniqueness of Naples,” said Jon Rubinton, Developer of Mangrove Bay and owner of Lotus Construction, LLC.

Mangrove Bay Lot 50 was the culmination of talents by one of Collins DuPont’s brilliant founders, Sherri DuPont. As a testament to the brilliant design work of Collins DuPont, this spec home was sold before its completion with the client only having seen the design direction and mood boards.

Collins DuPont Design Group, now in its 35th year of operation, is a dedicated team of diverse professionals, experienced in multiple areas of interior design. From interior architecture and design to demolitions and custom art pieces, Collins DuPont happily takes on any project or challenge with enthusiasm and passion.

If you are looking to redesign the interior of your home, elevating its functionality and its aesthetic, contact the Collins DuPont professionals at 239-948-2400 or visit our website.

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The typical focal point of a dining room is usually a large chandelier, but you can try something out of the ordinary when it comes to lighting. Try multiple hanging lights, add color to them and play around with the shape.

You may think your go-to fabric for seating will be the conventional cloth or silk fabric, but velvet, leather, and wood all make good statement pieces. Explore different styles of fabric with mixing and matching textures.

As far as walls and ceilings go in the dining room, they have the opportunity to play with colors, drapery, and design. Wallpaper is a great way to add some detail and ceiling customization such as beams, molding, and a sculptured design can really take your dining room to the next level.

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R&Y Augousti Paris’ booth was full of natural elements such as stone, wood and metals. The furniture had a very modern and contemporary feel. The pieces incorporate culture, architecture and nature. While the stone and metals make the furniture feel modern, there is also an art deco aspect to it as well.

Our design team is looking forward to working with the findings we brought back from the show this year!

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C&D Design Group has won 3 awards at the Southeastern Building Conference’s Aurora Awards Gala. The event was held in Orlando and is an annual event to celebrate and highlight beautiful work in the Interior Design and Building Industries. We took home an Aurora for Best Detailing of a Remodel from $500,000 – $1,000,000. C&D was also honored with 2 high awards for Best In Category – Best Detailing of a Private Residence Over $2,000,000 and Best Kitchen Under $500,000. Congratulations to our designers and their teams on all the hard work and a huge thank you to all the partners who helped us in creating these award winning projects!

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This remodel project, designed by Amy Coslet, ASID/NCIDQ and Sherri DuPont, ASID was a complete 180 of its former self. This home was a typical Mediterranean style single family home in Bonita Bay, and was turned into a timeless contemporary oasis for the clients. The great use of space and open floor plan changes the feel of this home, and makes it something that is “Florida Living” through and through. Click the photo above or tab below to see some amazing Before & After photos of this renovated private residence! Enjoy!

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As Featured In

We are so excited to announced that we have been honored, yet again, with having one of our projects features in HOME & DESIGN MAGAZINE | NAPLES – but this time, in their Inaugural NATIONAL ISSUE! We are so happy to see this local publication making it BIG in the home design magazine industry and even happier to be a part of it! Congratulations to everyone at the H&D team!

Click on the Magazine Cover Page above for a direct link to our feature. Custom Home designed by C&D President, Sherri DuPont and her incredibly talented team!

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Gold, gold and more gold!

Top Trends at High Point Market: October 2014

By Jody Keene

This High Point Market carried a main theme from previous seasons: metallic finishes. What is so different about this trend this market? Instead of mixing metals, the finish of choice is gold – not shiny, brassy gold, but more of a satin, aged gold. We saw this in wood finishes, fabrics, lighting, accessories and artwork. Most interestingly, many vendors paired the gold with lucite accents, creating drama between the new and the old.

Blending gold and clear lucite or glass for a dramatic effect

There were lucite and golden accents to be seen in every showroom. The decadence of this precious metal seemed to reflect the recovering design market as it seemed to be a successful and busy market for all.

Attendance was high and the showrooms were bustling. Gold was present in hardware, inlays and furniture legs, it was added to a piece as a subtle piece of hardware and it was also showcased as an entire facade of an armoire. Many of these items had clear accents bringing to mind a glamorous Hollywood.

Gold was all over accessories – including rhino wall sculptures, which obviously required a selfie!

There were consoles with guilded interiors, mirrors with clear lucite spikes protruding from a simple golden frame and light fixtures gleaming with a golden sparkle.

If you’d like to incorporate some of these trends into your design scheme, call the design experts at Collins & DuPont to guide you through the process!

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by Jessica Bradford

With so many design magazines out there, how do you choose which ones to pick-up and which ones to pitch? Knowing what magazines your designer looks to for inspiration may help influence your decision. Here are my top five must read design magazines:

Elle Décor: “Elle Décor is where style lives”

Focusing on the culture of design, Elle Décor appeals to the home owner, as well as their designer. A flip through the pages will introduce you to new products for the home, a list of “must stop” shops, as well as a plan for your next vacation. With its wide range of coverage, Elle Décor is a must have for your design library.

Interior Design: “Interior Design is the magazine for the interior design professional marketplace”

With special semi-monthly editions focusing on design trends and market introductions, Interior Design Magazine is geared towards design professionals, but it also has many ideas for the home owner. Featured projects showcase homes from around the world in a wide array of design styles.

Architectural Digest: “Architectural Digest is the international authority on design and architecture”

The name Architectural Digest can be misleading – many think this magazine isn’t for the average home owner, but it is! Architectural Digest focuses on a complete home – architecture and design – and how the two interact. Many issues feature international projects which, in an increasingly eclectic world, can help a home owner define their personal style.

Luxe: “Luxe Interiors and Design Magazine is the uncompromised source for those with a passion for creating beautiful surroundings and living well”

With headquarters in Boca Raton, Luxe is a Florida favorite. By blending the flavor of local design with national trends, Luxe appeals to both design professionals and home owners. Geared towards the “sophisticated” home owner, Luxe features luxury homes that showcase unique aspects of design.

Veranda: “Veranda is both an ideas showcase and a deeply pleasurable escape, a place where homes feel as good as they look”

Veranda is a true “lifestyle” magazine – it focuses not only on the design, but also how spaces are lived in and used. Glamour and high fashion are at the forefront of Veranda’s design focus. Opulent homes with luxurious features are often high-lighted. Rarely diving into architecture or speaking in designer tongue, Veranda is an excellent magazine for the home owner.

It is worth noting that there are plenty of other design magazines, including regional publications, which may suit your needs. As this industry is constantly changing, our favorite inspiration sources change with the trends – a favorite pick today may not be a favorite pick tomorrow.

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