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Perched above the landscape along Palma Sola Bay and the Robinson Nature Preserve, Palma Sola Modern is a serene retreat designed for a young, active family. Elevated beyond FEMA requirements, the home creates shaded outdoor living spaces below, while expansive eastern roof overhangs provide comfortable shade for elevated decks. The design emphasizes simplicity, with a one-story structure that touches the ground lightly and frames panoramic views of the surrounding bay and preserve.
The heart of the home is the Great Room, which flows seamlessly into outdoor spaces, fostering a sense of connection between indoor and outdoor living. Every room is carefully oriented to capture breathtaking views of the water, while the curved roof and balcony reinforce a strong relationship to the horizon. Elevating the structure allows the landscape to flow underneath, blending privacy, enclosure, and an uninterrupted connection to nature.
Anchored in simplicity and efficiency, Palma Sola Modern achieves a harmonious balance between functionality and beauty, offering a tranquil space that embraces its stunning surroundings. The home’s design seamlessly integrates with the environment, creating a timeless retreat that enhances its connection to nature.
client/owner
Private Client
Project information
location
Bradenton, FL
size
3,300 SF
Status
Completed in 2020
FOUNDER
Jerry Sparkman, AIA, NCARB
Jerry Sparkman, a founding principal of Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors, has been crafting resilient, thoughtful designs since the firm's inception in 2002. His work reflects a deep understanding of the coastal environment, emphasizing the integration of local culture, history, and long-term community growth. Jerry’s design philosophy—“respect the land and the people, and the rest will follow”—is exemplified in projects like The Bay Park in Sarasota, where he has merged innovative design with environmental stewardship to create vibrant public spaces. His portfolio spans high-end residential projects, public parks, higher education facilities, and community spaces, all shaped by active listening and a meticulous approach to financial, physical, social, and environmental factors. With a belief that nature provides unlimited inspiration, Jerry continues to create spaces that harmonize with their surroundings while meeting the needs of diverse communities.
Hannah Boehmer, AIA
Hannah, originally from Cocoa Beach, graduated in May 2014 with a Master of Architecture from the University of South Florida and has been a licensed architect since 2019. She has worked on projects in both the residential and public spectrum of the office and has a fondness for working with existing structures, bringing clarity and renewed purpose to otherwise unconsidered spaces.
In 2019, her graduate thesis exploring how contemporary design can integrate with Florida vernacular won an AIA Florida Theoretical and Research Design Merit Award. In 2021, Hannah secured the first runner-up finish in the Center for Architecture's Tiny House Competition. In addition to obsessively observing the play of shadow and light in daily spaces, she is also a member of the Junior League of Sarasota, an avid reader, and an espresso enthusiast.
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