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Fall 2021

SUNSET VISIONS GLORIOUS VISTAS OVERLOOKING THE GULF INSPIRE A DESIGN THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO NATURE

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“When I first walked in, I was struck by the spectacular sunset and knew I wanted those golden hues throughout,” recounts Susan Salimbene, interior designer at Norris Furniture & Interiors, who led the endeavor. “My vision was to bring in that beauty through color and texture.” This is how her design concept for the extensive remodel of this 18th-floor unit in Kalea Bay — executed in tandem with contractor Raul Saad — was born. The project is meant to elevate the spaces into stunning, livable showplaces for a Boston-based couple who owns the residence and uses it as their vacation home. While Salimbene communicated with the out-of-town homeowners mainly through Zoom and emails, their periodic visits throughout the five-month-long endeavor brought a delighted response to how things were progressing. Although the unit was brand new when purchased, Salimbene — with the help of Saad and his crew — take this design to new heights with the addition of intricate ceiling details, tasteful furnishings, sparkling finishes, and an emphasis on decorative lighting. “We took what was existing and upgraded it about three levels,” Saad remarks. u

Kitchen: The team at Norris Furniture & Interiors enhanced this clean, crisp, contemporary kitchen with stylish Elite Modern’s Costa Counter Stools, featuring a deep marine blue leather backed with rich smoked walnut veneers. The polished chrome bases add shine, as do three dazzling hanging pendants from the Quintus Collection by Lighting First. Previous Spread: A majestic sunset over the Gulf inspires a sand and sea palette touched by a warm golden light. The two showstoppers in this great room are the sophisticated Italian Bracci Vogue sectional and a striking focal wall constructed by Saad to Salimbene’s specifications. The latter features floor-toceiling and wall-to-wall split-faced quartz stone that is backlit for dramatic effect. The fireplace is framed with European oak with an ebony stain and topped with beige quartz. Elegant, mid-century modern-inspired pieces furnish the room — a pair of American Leather Jude swivels swathed in a speckled fabric, Vanguard’s McCartney Chair in tactile Keira Gold, and an arc floor lamp by Lighting First. A handwoven design by Exquisite Rugs called Roset lies beneath Hooker Furniture’s Melange Martini Table.

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The horizon evolves throughout the day — at times bright and powerful, and tranquil and serene at other times. “The lighting is different at various moments throughout the day depending on the skyline, and how Susan captured that is stunning,” declares Norris Furniture & Interiors Director of Marketing, Linda Gangeri. u

Den: With oceanic references, this cozy den boasts modern elegance. The Sulley Sleeper Sofa by American Leather — wrapped in a sumptuous navy fabric — brings comfort with a European flair. The Canton Drink Table by Charleston Forge, with its slender hammered metal legs, adds sleekness over one arm of the sofa. Behind the modular console from the Nina Magon Collection for Universal Furniture, a graphic wallpaper with a metallic loop pattern by Simone Micheli adds a geometric element. Contemporary artwork hangs on the rear wall above a small table flanked by seating for two. Arteriors’ Bastille Floor Lamp stands tall in front of one of the floor-to-ceiling windows seen throughout this room, while a pair of enameled wall-hung chargers from John-Richard finish the look. Dining Room: As the sun sets over the mangroves, the view is framed by floor-to-ceiling windows draped with a sheer metallic Kravet fabric that Salimbene selected to reflect the glow off the bay. A glass-topped table from Lexington Furniture is mid-century modern-inspired and is surrounded by four Jessica Charles Eternity Dining Chairs covered in Vanguard’s textural Kiera Gold textile. The Hudson Valley bedazzling chandelier from Lighting First bears faceted crystal branches and mimics a shimmering dandelion as it warms and illuminates this picturesque scene.

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Master Bedroom: To give the master bedroom that “special something,” Saad brought Salimbene’s vision into being with a brilliant floor-to-ceiling headboard wall using Phillip Jeffries’ dimensional Omexco Capiz wallcovering. It is made of crushed capiz shells that catch the light streaming in through the expansive windows, which comprise an entire wall. Precedent Furniture’s Caleb King Bed is adorned with Eastern Accents’ Wellfleet Bedding, which features an off-white textured matelassé coverlet and shams in an earth-toned graphic print. Silk-shaded pendants from the Z-Lite Sedona Collection at Lighting First hang above a pair of bedside tables from the “Make it Yours” group by Vanguard furniture. The Byos Collection rug by Jaipur perpetuates the sunset palette, while the Winthrop Chair from Tommy Bahama for Lexington adds character in the corner by the windows. Master Bathroom: The master bath is an elegant offshoot of the master bedroom. Here, a Romo paper glistens on the walls, as do the shimmering Kovacs Forest ICE II sconces that Salimbene selected for the decorative lighting. Above the edgy soaking tub, the Double Hollyhock painting subtly complements the large-scale tiles that cover the floors and line the glass-enclosed shower. Sparing no detail, the designer adds a petite vanity stool — Zelda from Uttermost — swathed in a taupe fabric from Hancock and Moore.

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Throughout the spaces — where an open plan catalyzes an effortless flow — Salimbene imagines both organic and linear shapes. Her method incorporates an abundance of texture and decorative lighting, a deft use of back lighting, and a lustrous sheen attained by using exquisite materials of the highest quality and pedigree. “We gave dimension to the ceilings with intricate woodwork in every room of the home,” says Saad. He adds, “Almost everything was custom made in our woodshop. We’re very proud of our craftsmanship.” “The natural elements presented by the Gulf became united through color and texture … all with a sleek, modern feel,” states Salimbene. “With Kalea Bay’s stunning coastal views and sunsets seen through floor-to-ceiling glass, my design vision easily came to life. It was an exciting project to be invited to work on.” n

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Guest Bedroom (Above): This guest room flaunts Universal Furniture’s chic and sophisticated Bacall King Bed, captivating its occupants with an oversized, upholstered grid-tufted headboard. Above the bed, a contemporary artwork on canvas titled Marbella 2 boasts golden ringlets and swirls on a textured taupe background, emanating contemporary style. Its metallic design plays beautifully with Uttermost’s Whirlwind round mirror, framed in bright gold. Salimbene once again employs Universal’s Paradox dresser and chooses Wiltshire Nightstands to accompany it. Eastern Accents’ Sconset Lemon bedding includes a pair of king shams in a herringbone pattern that correspond with Nourison’s hand-knotted rug from the Tahoe Collection. Hall Bathroom: An understated palette of taupe and cream is fitting for this streamlined powder bath. Salimbene blanketed the space with formally dressed walls covered in Allure by Romo, a textured monochrome painting, and ultradelicate LED sconces by Eurofase. Guest Bedroom (Left): Reminiscent of a guest suite in an upscale hotel, this room is furnished with a pair of Quadrato Platform queen beds, both dressed in fashionable bedding from Eastern Accents, and separated by a Universal Furniture Paradox nightstand. The Paradox dresser mirrors the nightstand with whitewashed wood elevated by a lustrous silver base and drawers adorned with minimal hardware. Above the bed, a metallic abstract art piece titled “Parade” from Uttermost adds to the transitional décor of the room, as does the Strathmore table lamp, also from Uttermost. homeanddesign.net

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Written by Robin Hodes Photography by Blaine Johnathan Photography Interior Designer Norris Furniture & Interiors 5015 Tamiami Trail North Naples, FL 34103 239.263.0580 norrisfurniture.com Resources: Kalea Bay 13910 Old Coast Road Naples, FL 34110 239.793.0110 kaleabay.com Lighting First 28801 South Tamiami Trail Bonita Springs, FL 34134 239.949.2544 lightingfirst.us

Lanai: The majestic sunset over the Gulf of Mexico draws homebuyers and tourists alike. For the lanai, Salimbene chooses an assortment of modern outdoor furnishings in a soft cream hue. The conversational seating area includes a pair of ottomans and a high-top table with barstools from the Pavillion East Side Collection — in an intended effort to make the view the star of the show, absent of any distractions.

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