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FLORIDA’S FINEST HOMES - 2014 YEARBOOK

Welcome to the 2014 Edition of our Florida’s Finest Homes Yearbook.This year’s edition contains a range of new partners who have joined us over the course of the last 12 months. Our yearbook continues to be the principle source of information on the very best providers of services and products to the Florida luxury homes sector. We carefully select our partners based on their reputation, expertise and the quality of their product or service. You will also find a selection of Florida luxury homes where our partners have been instrumental in either the construction, improvement or onward marketing & sale.

If you consider the lifecycle of a luxury home, it is vital that the professionals who are involved in the life of a home are of the highest caliber. Our partners are the very best in their sector and each has a key role to play in helping to make a home suitable to be included under the banner of ‘Florida’s Finest Homes’. Our partners range from Architects, Home Builders, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects and Real Estate Agents, as well as partners who provide specialist products and services to the Florida luxury homes community. Our yearbook is distributed to over 100,000 Florida luxury homes professionals as well as our subscribers. I hope that you enjoy reading this year’s yearbook and will use it as your reference guide to assist you in finding your preferred Florida luxury homes professional. All partner details contain their full contact details and a direct link to their website.

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Landscape ArchitectsTranslating their clients needs into gardens of significance, review our partners credentials.

Interior DesignersCreating interiors for all tastes,

these designers have worked with private clients and home builders

to produce homes of distinction.

Homes PlansHelping to inspire and to provide confidence in the design and development of a new home,

ArchitectsOur architecture partners have been awarded recognition for

their work in creating visionary homes of supreme quality.

Custom HomesFlorida’s Custom Homes Builders have created some of the nation’s very best homes for their clients. Examples of their work are also included in our yearbook.

Home Builders Our Home Builders construct both traditional and modern

homes. They form a key component of our partner

community . Read about their current and previous projects.

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New CommunitiesOur Home Builder partners havedeveloped stunning residentialnew communities across the whole of Florida. See examples of their outstanding work here.

Florida’s SalesProfiling the successful sales

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This exclusive property is located within the guard gated community of Mission Vale Country Club, Sarasota’s premiere luxury real estate community. The beautiful surroundings lend themselves to a number of outdoor activities, including hiking, sailing, kayaking and fishing on Lake Sherwood, the community’s private lake

Love Real Estate - loverealestate.com - 922 832 7725

MISSION VALE COUNTRY CLUB ESTATE WITH GREAT VIEWS

This elegant living room, which has the fireplace as the main focal point, looks like a very simple design but it actually features a lot of clever ideas. The L-shaped sofa defines the space, but there’s plenty of handy storage room behind it. A large TV remains fairly inconspicuous by sitting neatly centrally on one of the main walls. A combination of several light sources provides various lighting options, while one end of the room is open to adjacent spaces as well as the garden beyond to enhance the sense of a larger roomBurns Interiors Palm Beach - burnsinteriors.com 922 832 7725

MAGNIFICENT NEW LIVING ROOM SPACE CREATED IN PALM BEACH.

W. Christian Busk created the original garden for the residence on the Marco River in 1980. During the next 2 decades the client acquired the neighboring house and property. The two houses were connected by glass corridors and roof lines were designed to mimic the Katsura palace in Japan. W. Christian Busk Landscape Architect Inccbusk.com - 922 832 7725

AWARD FOR W. CHRISTIAN BUSK, NAPLES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

Discovery Custom Homes has been designing and building custom homes and communities in Jacksonville for over 25 years. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail is evident in their work. They have extensive experience in building fine homes in Florida.Discover Custom Homes - discoveryhomes.com - 922 832 7725

DISCOVERY CUSTOM HOMES MISSION IS TO BUILD AND RENOVATE HOMES AS IF EACH STRUCTURE WAS THEIR OWN.

NEWS & REVIEWS

This elegant living room, which has the fireplace as the main focal point, looks like a very simple design but it actually features a lot of clever ideas. The L-shaped sofa defines the space, but there’s plenty of handy storage room behind it. A large TV remains fairly inconspicuous by sitting neatly

focal point, looks like a very simple design but it actually features a lot of clever ideas. The L-shaped sofa defines the

centrally on one of the main walls. A combination of several light sources provides various lighting options, while one end of the room is open to adjacent spaces as well as the garden beyond to enhance the sense of a larger roomBurns Interiors Palm Beach - burnsinteriors.com 922 832 7725

MAGNIFICENT NEW LIVING ROOM SPACE CREATED IN PALM BEACH. MAGNIFICENT NEW LIVING ROOM

Discover Custom Homes - discoveryhomes.com - 922 832 7725

created the original garden for the residence on the Marco River in 1980. During the next 2 decades the client acquired the neighboring house and property. The two houses were connected by glass corridors and roof lines were designed to mimic the Katsura palace in Japan. W. Christian Busk Landscape Architect Inc

EACH STRUCTURE

Discovery Custom Homes has been designing and building custom homes and communities in Jacksonville for over 25 years. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail is evident in their work. They have extensive experience in building fine homes in Florida.

MAGNIFICENT NEW LIVING ROOM SPACE CREATED IN PALM BEACH.

Discover Custom Homes - discoveryhomes.com - 922 832 7725

WAS THEIR OWN.

This exclusive property is located within the guard gated community of Mission Vale Country Club, Sarasota’s premiere luxury real estate community. The beautiful surroundings lend themselves to a number of outdoor activities, including hiking, sailing, kayaking and fishing

MISSION VALE COUNTRY CLUB ESTATE WITH GREAT VIEWS

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MIAMINAPLESFT LAUDERDALEORLANDOKEY WESTPALM BEACHSARASOTATAMPACLEARWATERJACKSONVILLEMIAMI BEACHBOCA RATONDELRAY BEACHPENSACOLA

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‘THE FOLLOWING LUXURY HOMES HAVE BEENSUCCESSFULLY MARKETED BY OUR PARTNERSOVER THE COURSE OF THE YEAR’

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Stunning views and a sparkling lake accent this splendid property

Sarasota Country Club Estate

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/love-real-estate

PRICED AT: Contact Agent

CONTACT: George Ramon922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

SARASOTA - Sensational Mission Vale Country Club Estate with unbelievable views and huge entertainer’s yard. Situated above the 1st fairway, this two story, brick Georgian Colonial is approx. 8200+ square feet, with 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, including separate guest quarters above the garage.

The open and spacious family room with fireplace, wood floors, and wet bar, opens to the gourmet kitchen, boasting stainless appliances, side-by-side Sub Zero, granite counters, and large breakfast room. Featuring an elegant formal dining room, pine finished library / office with fireplace, huge master suite with private balcony and sitting room/gym and master bath, walk-in closets, mirrored dressing area, dual vanity sinks, spa tub, separate shower and marble floors.

A spacious kitchen featuring Italian granite counters, hand-painted wall accents, and lightly-distressed wood cabinets seamlessly blend into a family room to form a wonderful Great Room. This inviting area is perfectly pitched for both large and small gatherings. A fireplace and custom built-in cabinetry adds

to the room’s warmth while the kitchen’s ample island is a stage where the chef’s creations can be put on display for family and friends. An added dimension of the home is the upstairs retreat. This spacious two-room hide-a-way offers privacy and seclusion perfect for a home office/study, children’s work and play areas, or just a spot for quiet meditation.

This exclusive property is located within the guard gated community of Mission Vale Country Club, Sarasota’s premiere luxury real estate community.

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ORLANDO - Located just south of Orlando, this development is made up of a range of different types of homes. Orlando is known for its ideal weather and abundant suburban communities.

Stephen Fine Homes planned communities cater to a diverse range of lifestyles and preference, from the affordable all the way up to the nation’s most expensive gated communities. Orlando is home to some of the world’s most iconic theme parks.

With classic facades, timeless materials and hand wrought details. The results are gracious estate homes that provide both intimacy and grandeur depending upon the occasion.

Each occupies a generous homesite that provides ample opportunity for private interior and side courtyards as well as generous backyards suitable for pools, garden and entertaining.

New Development of Luxury Homes

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/ eleanor-kinsale

CONTACT: Eleanor La Kinsale922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]


Palm Beach Waterside HomePALM BEACH - “Craigcrest” is truly a spectacular period villa with absolutely stunning views of the ocean, harbor, and islands as well as Palm Beach’s enchanting city scape dotted with the classic red tiled roofs. The property itself has been lovingly restored to its original period grandeur and the current owners have brought the sparkle back to this one-of-a-kind Palm Beach estate. This landmark home dominates the view of Palm Beach’s ocean from most points of the city

In recent years, the property has been host to many of Palm Beach’s most important residents and prestigious fund raising events. Its many guests have enjoyed its awe inspiring picturesque views and architectural splendor. Designed as a luxurious residence for the heir of the Hamilton fortune, it is as gracious and elegant today as it was originally envisioned by its architect, George Lane Price, in 1958.

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/stephen-fine-homes-2

CONTACT: John Stephen922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

PRICED AT: Contact Home Builder

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WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/ eleanor-kinsale

CONTACT: Eleanor La Kinsale922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]


PALM BEACH - Uniquely sited on Lake Boca Raton, this 1± acre trophy point estate spans 450± feet of deepwater frontage, commanding breathtaking panoramic views overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, two bridges, and the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The walled and gated grounds are beautifully landscaped with lush tropical gardens tall hedges, and swaying palms. Stately entrance gates open to the graceful stone motor court, with classic brick-inlaid design. Poised along the waterfront, a formal terrace frames the mosaic-tiled heated pool and spa, surrounded by manicured plantings. The adjacent entertainment pavilion is complete with summer kitchen and cabana bath. Multi-yacht dockage features a finger dock and boat slip.

Elegantly appointed and exquisitely furnished, State-of-the-art amenities include an elevator. Numerous loggias and balconies take advantage of the sweeping water views throughout.

Palm Beach Mansion

WEB: wwwfloridasfinesthomes.com/love-real-estate

PRICED AT: SOLD

CONTACT: George Ramon922 832 7725EMAIL: georger”loverealestate.com

Architect DesignedSARASOTA - One of Sarasota’s premiere properties perfectly situated on prestigious Siesta Key. South facing terraces look over lush gardens to ocean and island views. This architectural masterpiece is unparalleled for its luxury, amenities and attention to detail. The private 3.5 acre estate is graced with 2 private water wells, a 2 bedroom guest house, pool house, staff quarters and a north south tennis court. The approach to this timeless estate takes you through the gates and on to a road lined with Italian Cypress trees where you continue to a motor court and porte-cochere. There are two oversize garages which will easily accommodate four large vehicles.

The designer of this exquisite home, Alexander Norton, is well known for high end properties and his work has been featured in Architectural World.

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Oceanfront Estate

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SARASOTA - This spacious four-story home has 5 bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom. The entry level foyer opens to a winding staircase, one bedroom and bath, direct garage access & elevator. Expansive 4th floor great room w/fireplace, wet bar, wine refrigerator, exposed beams, cathedral ceilings, custom built-in cabinetry, powder room, dining area plus direct access to the intercoastal waterway. The 2nd floor balcony w/glass wind screens allow spectacular views of beach, surf, ocean, jetty & downtown, is perfect for outdoor entertaining!

CONTACT: Larry Hines 922 832 [email protected]: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/discovery-homes

PRICED AT: Contact Home Builder

PALM BEACH - With approximately 100 feet of beach, this estate is situated on three lots making it one of the largest on Sierra Road. Enjoy private outdoor living at the gazebo with a fireplace, music, television and spa with waterfalls, plus an adjacent guest house. Romantic whitewater and sunset views from the master suite with fireplace, his and her baths, adjoining office/gym, and private second story deck. There are three spacious en-suite bedrooms. The living room and sun room have hand-hewed oak floors and a huge stone fireplace.

JACKSONVILLE - Welcome to your dreams come, a true custom designed oceanfront cottage on the sand. Wide open layout with dual oceanfront sliders open up the living area to be one with the ocean. Multiple decks ensure there is plenty of room for you and your guests to enjoy coastal living at it’s finest. Some of the wonderful amenities include a custom kitchen with Viking range/oven, Marble counter-tops that match the ocean and maple cabinets. No expense was spared when designing this home to maximize your luxury experience.

CONTACT: Eleanor La Kinsale 922 832 [email protected]: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/ eleanor-kinsale


CONTACT: George Ramon 922 832 7725 [email protected]: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/love-real-estate


SARASOTA - The crown jewel of oceanfront properties along the Sarasota coast. Without question one of the finest beachfront properties from Tampa to Naples. First time on the market since it was developed in 1932, this offering provides an exceptional opportunity for the new owner to build a beachfront estate like no other .Over 1/2 acre of land & 68 linear feet +- of private sand frontage, the property is the largest privately held oceanfront property in Sarasota. The property features its own private beach within the property boundaries..

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Point of Rocks

Island Sanctuary

Award Winning Design

Secluded Haven

CONTACT: George Ramon 922 832 7725 [email protected]: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/love-real-estate

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CONTACT: Larry Hines 922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]


JACKSONVILLE - Founded by Larry Hines, Discovery Custom Homes is dedicated to creating high-quality new homes and renovations that provide true value to residents in a manner perhaps unmatched in all of the Jacksonville & surrounding areas. If there is one overarching difference between Discovery Custom Homes and most other builders, it would have to be their commitment to fully understanding the client’s needs and desires and tailoring the building process, through continuous communication, to exceed these needs.

Larry is a “hands on” guy and delights in the interaction with prospective customers. Through his experience building a variety of homes, with a wide range of finishes, Larry has discovered countless ways to meet the customer’s needs and desires while keeping a focused eye on the budget.

Discovery Custom Homes is devoted to leading the market by creating an unmatched home and a first class experience for the client. Recognizing that home is, almost always, the largest financial investment a family makes, the staff at Discovery Custom

Homes thoughtfully assists with each step of the homebuilding process. Their designers work to craft the perfect home plan and their decorators help you choose the finishes that perfectly suit your family’s needs, personal style and budget. Once construction begins, a superintendant will be on site daily

Discovery Custom Homes mission is to build and renovate homes as if each structure was their own; they are stewards of their client’s money and dreams.

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/discovery-homes

COMPANY: Discovery Homes

Master Custom Homes Builder located in Jacksonville

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CONTACT: John Stephen922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/stephen-fine-homesw-2

Design excellence, quality craftsmanship and outstanding service.ORLANDO - Very few house builders have a reputation comparable to Stephen Fine Homes for design excellence, quality craftsmanship and outstanding service. They are passionate about the homes they build and they know the passion is shared by their enthusiastic owners. They are committed to sustaining the levels of excellence that have earned such emotion.

The family firm was established in 1935 and the philosophy has remained unchanged: insistence on the highest standards. Their hallmark is obvious in every home they build – in its layout, standard of finish, fittings and the thought that goes into the smallest features. They bring over 75 years experience to their homes and there are prestigious Stephen developments throughout Florida, all chosen for their outstanding locations.Take a tour around some of their showhomes; clear images of their interiors enable you to view the high standards of workmanship, integrating the classic skills of the past with new and innovative design.

Whatever you are looking for, we are certain that they will be

able to build the home of your dreams.

Expect to be surprised by Stephen Fine Homes. In their leading edge design and engineering you’ll appreciate strikingly good looks. You’ll discover the extra care that creates more comfortable living. But more than this you’ll find compelling innovations in lower maintenance and higher energy savings. Stephen Fine Homes is a specialist company dedicated to building comfortable homes within a safe environment.

Stephen Fine Homes

COMPANY: Stephen Fine Homes


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FT LAUDERDALE - Jon Knight Architecture was formed in order to take full advantage of the complementary skills and talents of it’s principal. Jon Knight has made the commitment to organize all of the work in a manner that ensures his involvement in the day-to-day development of each project. This keeps the work personal and directed, and brings the best of the firm’s collective knowledge and experience to each client.

Projects realized by the firm are diverse in size, type and location. The principal has extensive experience in the formation and leadership of multi-disciplined project teams. They bring the understanding of large projects and organizations to their personal practice in architecture. The principal has gained extensive experience in the techniques of controlling the time, cost and project delivery processes for complex and demanding residential projects.

It is this experience combined with an unyielding commitment to meet the needs of clients with an architecture that is of the present-day that most distinguishes the firm’s work.

The firm’s clients expect innovative design with a mature approach to the practical constraints of architecture. They have an innate desire for architecture that goes beyond mere problem solving to architecture that addresses their curiosity surrounding the role of architecture in society.

In addition to architecture, services offered by Jon Knight Architecture include graphic design, exhibit design, interior design, planning, programming and research.

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/jon-knight-architecture

COMPANY: Jon Knight Architecture

CONTACT: Jon Knight922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

ARCHITECTURE

Ft Lauderdale Award Winning Architect

Jon Knight Architecture

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CONTACT: Susan McIntyre922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/burns-interiors

COMPANY: Burns Interiors

PALM BEACH - Burns Interiors is a long established interior design company with a large showroom in Palm beach. A team of knowledgeable and creative designers with experience in both private residences and commercial space, together with a skilled workroom and fitters, provide a unique in-house seamless service.

Whatever the scope of your project, Burns Interiors offers a bespoke interior design service that is friendly, approachable and personal. Their specialty is soft furnishings which incorporate curtain design and making, blinds, upholstery and carpets. Their service allows clients access to a wealth of experience. Their team of designers are approachable and passionate about design and are able to provide constructive and professional help for your project.

Your designated designer will work with you from initial brief until the project is complete. And because of their extensive workforce, from creative workroom to skilled installers is in house, you can be assured of a competitive and attentive

experience. For smaller projects or simple design solutions, their showroom consultants will be happy to advise on wallpaper and fabric or curtain and blind styles.

The Burns Interiors team will work with you through a staged process to complete your project. Key stages of the project are from on-site consultation through design specification, design development, procurement, implementation and final installation and sign off

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Elegant and Luxurious Interiors for the Finest Homes

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Suppliers of the Finest Italian and European Luxury Furniture

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/chateau-furniture

COMPANY: Chateau Luxury Furniture

TAMPA - Chateau Luxury Furniture bring you beautiful historical furniture at low affordable prices, whether you want a statement bed or you’re looking for that perfect mirror to put that wow factor back in to your room, they have a large selection of different sizes and hand crafted finishes to suit your taste and home.

Chateau Luxury Furniture also have a vast array of beautiful hand finished furniture whether you want highly polished lacquered wood to painted furniture to the highest quality gold leaf. They work with many interior designers and hotel groups across the state for various commissions on their luxury interiors and have a team of friendly dedicated staff who can provide information and advice.

The brand new and exclusive Artisan sofa collection, handmade in Britain, by Collins and Hayes is now proudly on display in-store with a huge range of fabric options to choose from. This collection has a hint of both the classic and contemporary to make it perfect for any setting. Fixed or loose covers are available

in all models, along with ultra-comfortable foam with dacron wrap base cushions and 100% fibre filled back cushions.

Also in store are fantastic furniture collections from Italian brands Porada, Bonaldo and Cierre. Each different manufacturer offers their own unique twist on contemporary furniture designs. Bonaldo is colourful, stylish and modern with some innovative use of glass, plastic and metal materials. Creating a look that would be perfect in a modern build or apartment, or even to give a traditional room a modern and exciting new look

CONTACT: Kathy Kelly-Jones922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

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MIAMI - At Signature Kitchens they assist with every detail from the initial project design through to final installations and finishing. Their designers, spectacular showroom & cabinetry shop make it easy to choose the perfect custom options to fit your new home, renovation or commercial project. Choose from a variety of custom kitchen cabinet interiors, door styles and color finishes or let their design staff help you decide on a completely unique look for your home. Whether you are looking for Westcoast, modern, contemporary or traditional, they will be happy to assist you in making the best possible decision to meet your needs.

Bringing your dream to life starts with a visit to their 5,000 sq. ft. showroom and cabinetry shop in Miami. The team consults with you in detail, assessing every aspect of your project from required functionality to desired ambience. From your consultation a detailed checklist of features is created to ensure that your project exceeds your expectations and meets your personal needs.

Signature Kitchens is unique among cabinetry suppliers. They do not outsource any aspect of their cabinetry design. Their cabinets are custom made on site at the Miami facility. Delivery and site measures are all done by the owner himself, keeping your service efficient, personalized and professional. Installation of your new cabinetry is performed by staff who have been directly involved in the construction phases. Working as a team throughout all aspects of your project means they are able to ensure quality, from beginning to completion, meeting and exceeding your expectations for every project.

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WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/signature-kitchens

CONTACT: Henry Suraz922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

COMPANY: Signature Kitchens

Creating custom cabinetry for clients in Florida since 1989

Signature Kitchens & Bath

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NAPLES - At W. Christian Busk Landscape Architect Inc., the emphasis is on developing a landscape design to suit the client’s needs, enhance the physical structure and open the great outdoors to greater use and appreciation. Drawing on the strengths and expertise of our architects and designers, they create plans that develop vistas where they didn’t previously exist, focus views where they are wanted and establish a landscape rich in color and texture.

They specialize in creating memory points, relaxing gardens, sculptural swimming pools, inviting gates, entryways and mood-enhancing lighting. The comprehensive approach offered by W. Christian Busk Landscape Architect Inc. – from design through construction to maintenance – provides clients with the security and satisfaction of knowing that their landscape designs will continue to delight and please throughout the years. Theyprovide distinctive design, construction and custom-tailoring of projects to create award-winning landscape architecture from start to finish. Their work creates a harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor living spaces, and each of our living works of art reflects

the individual lifestyles of their clients.W. Christian Busk believe a landscape should be a living work of art. Like any outstanding painting or sculpture, an artful landscape should engage the senses, delight the imagination, have memorable focal points and be something of lasting and unique beauty. Because an individual landscape surrounds and embraces a dwelling or commercial building, it needs to complement and enhance that structure. Because it also serves as the outdoor living space for the residents, the landscape needs to reflect their interests, needs and sensibilities.

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WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/w-christian-busk

COMPANY: W. Christian Busk

Premier Landscape Architects based in Naples

W. Christian Busk

CONTACT: Christian Busk922 312 7662EMAIL: [email protected]

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WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/freedom-pools

COMPANY: Freedom Pools & Spa

Luxury Poolscape Design and ImplementationFT LAUDERDALE - Freedom Pools & Spa’s design and construction process provides outdoor living possibilities customized to clients’ needs. For homeowners that need the best quality and technology in swimming pools, spas, patios, and landscapes, Freedom Pools & Spa offers turn-key design and construction services that are supported after installation by maintenance plans. Their award-winning designs are recognized nationally.

The team at Freedom Pools & Spa will work with you to design and plan your luxury poolscape. From your first sales call to the opening of your swimming pool, their team members will demonstrate to you world-class customer service and support that their clients expect and deserve. All aspects of the project are performed by Freedom Pools & Spa employees to ensure control and accountability. During their 32 years in business, they have installed over 6,000 pools. They understand the engineering behind their pools and pool systems. The confidence they have in their engineering allows them to offer a 20 year warranty.Freedom Pools & Spa builds the best swimming pools. If you seek superior workmanship and technology in an in-ground pool,

Freedom Pools & Spas has the experience to create stunning custom pools. They are recognized annually by the industry for their portfolio of work.

Freedom Pools & Spa’s design and construction process provides outdoor living possibilities customized to clients’ needs. For homeowners that need the best quality and technology in swimming pools & spas, they offer award-winning turn-key design and construction services

Freedom Pools & Spa

CONTACT: Greg Davidson922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]



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SARASOTA - Love Real Estate provide a level of professionalism that demands more knowledge, better preparation and greater service than their competitors, as well as superior service which is sensitive to their clients’ needs. They are committed to total integrity and confidentiality that is deserving of their clients’ trust and a drive for excellence. Their offices are strategically located in the Sarasota downtown area.

Founded in 1996 by Greg Morris, a fourth generation Sarasota resident with over 30 years experience in real estate brokerage and development, Love Real Estate has become the most successful, independently owned brokerage in Sarasota. The outstanding strength and success enjoyed by Love Real Estate is due to the team spirit, management, capable staff, cooperation and networking of results-oriented sales associates who practice an aggressive sales marketing program. Today, Love Real Estate is managed by fourth-generation Sarasotan Susan Grestle.

Explore the community of Sarasota and it’s luxury Real Estate with their successful and highly experienced Sarasota brokers. As

Sarasota’s largest, locally-owned real estate brokerage, they work closely with you to find your ideal Sarasota real estate, whether it’s an old adobe, a luxury Sarasota property, a downtown Sarasota pied-a-terre, an investment in Sarasota real estate, or an exquisite homesite on which to build your Sarasota dream home.

The dedication to the finest personal service is the reason satisfied sellers continue to call on them and refer their friends to Love Real Estate.

Providing Clients with the ‘Finest’ Personal Service

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/love-real-estate

COMPANY: Love Real Estate

CONTACT: Greg Morris922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

Love Real Estate - Sarasota

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WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/eleanor-kinsale

CONTACT: Eleanor Kinsale922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

COMPANY: Eleanor La Kinsale

Celebrating 22 years as a ‘Leader’ among Palm Beach Real Estate firms.PALM BEACH- Eleanor La Kinsale began her career in Florida residential real estate in 1978, shortly after graduating college. Building on her sterling reputation and considerable experience, Eleanor joined Moran International Realty in 2007, where she specialized in luxury residences including condominiums, cooperatives and single-family homes. She consistently has ranked among the nation’s and Palm Beach’s top-producing real estate agents throughout her career at leading firms. This success was highlighted again recently when she was named as one of the area’s 25 top-performing agents for 2013, based on total sales volume.

Eleanor’s high level of loyalty and integrity resonates with buyers and sellers as she approaches each real estate transaction with enthusiasm and intellect. Her vast knowledge of Palm Beach’s multifaceted market and close attention to detail complement her collaborations with clients. Inspired by her exceptional degree of service, Eleanor’s client base is largely repeat buyers and sellers and their referrals.

As a Luxury Home Buyer, Eleanor La Kinsale and her Team are your source to easily find all luxury homes for sale. You can access many exclusive opportunities before the general marketplace, as an exclusive client, you will be first in line for the hottest new listings and price reductions.For the Luxury Home Seller, Eleanor La Kinsale and her Team guarantee your home is professionally represented and marketed to the right buyers. Enjoy the advantages of their Innovative and Specifically Tailored Marketing Plans dedicated to effectively reach the marketplace for your unique home.

Eleanor La Kinsale - Palm Beach

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PENSACOLA - Coast Real Estate was established in 1980. They are today one of the oldest independent family owned real estate company’s in the Pensacola area.

With over 30 years of real estate experience they know what makes their market tick and how to buy, sell and manage properties in all market sectors and all market conditions.

They understand that to stay at the top you need to be ahead of the game. That’s why they continually invest in new technology, embracing leading edge marketing techniques to ensure they provide a full suite of high end real estate services.

At the same time they remain fiercely independent and protect their unique market position.

Today, thanks to a team of professional, highly motivated and vibrant individuals Coast Real estate enjoy a dominant market share and have an extensive network of agents operating on a referral basis throughout Pensacola.

Their marketing strategies have a proven track record over many years and through all market condition. They ensure maximum exposure of properties to the widest possible audience producing outstanding sales success.

Coast real Estate source buyers locally, regionally, within the state and also nationally. Sales to expatriate clients have also grown enormously in recent years supporting their long held belief that ‘Our properties are Coastal our Buyers are Global’

WEB: www.floridasfinesthomes.com/real-estate

CONTACT: Anton Grueller922 832 7725EMAIL: [email protected]

COMPANY Coast Real Estate

REAL ESTATE

Wisdom, Experience and Knowledge which comes with age.

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Florida's Finest Homes - 2014 Yearbook