Architects and designers were brought in to listen to the buyer’s desires for this unique property that was lakefront on two sides. The buyers knew that they wanted the lake to be the main focal point. They planned with their builders to create a spacious, symmetrical house whose “U” shape created a large center courtyard that opened to a vista of grand cypress trees and the serene lake.
Once the house construction was well underway, Matthew Bauchle, designer with Premier Pools of Central Florida (PPCF), was brought in to lend his expertise for their pool area.

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Just last spring, she had her backyard and dock area remodeled to suit a more “Floridian” lifestyle. What immediately draws your attention is the tiki hut, which keeps the area cool during the summer. Also included are a TV, a light system that illuminates underneath the bar and kitchen, a refrigerator for beverages, a farmhouse sink, a fire pit and most essential: the grill! With a larger counter and more cabinet space, cooking meals and enjoying them is much easier.

Mr. Taylor, an engineer, designed the inspirational oval-shaped stained glass ceiling, while the builders added on a rectangular room complete with a pair of oval, clear leaded glass windows that mirrored the shape of the ceiling’s dome. They contacted Chelsey LeBlanc, talented and experienced designer with Closet Factory in Orlando, who became very excited at the uniqueness and challenges that this closet would provide. She immediately envisioned a cozy seat under each of the windows, perfect for trying on shoes.

Dennis Clegg, Master Carpenter and CEO of C&S Themed Interiors has been a huge part of making this magic happen for over 30 years. Starting out as Clegg and Son, he and his son, Frank, used their skills and talents building sets for movies, television shows, concerts, and dramatic special events, where they learned the importance of providing a meticulously detailed set in an extremely limited time allotment.