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The Sanderling Residence is a refined coastal home designed to meet the environmental demands of its Gulf-front site on Siesta Key. Elevated above floodplain requirements, the house balances a traditional gabled form with modern strategies for resilience and passive performance.
Two volumes are separated by a central breezeway, promoting cross ventilation and bringing natural light into the heart of the home. Deep recesses, shaded porches, and carefully oriented glazing reduce solar heat gain, while durable materials—such as fiber cement siding and standing seam metal roofing—ensure longevity in the harsh coastal climate.
The design emphasizes simplicity, comfort, and connection to the environment, resulting in a home that performs reliably under extreme conditions while maintaining a quiet architectural presence along the shoreline.
client/owner
Private Client
Project information
location
Siesta Key, FL
size
5,184 SF
Status
Completed in 2025
Jerry Sparkman, a founding principal of Sweet Sparkman Architecture, 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.
Jerry Sparkman, AIA, NCARB
Carlos Flórez, Associate AIA
Born and raised in Bogotá, Carlos Flórez earned his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the National University of Colombia and gained his initial professional experience working in residential and commercial projects. During the last 14 years, Carlos has been working in Sarasota on numerous commercial projects, including the addition and renovation of the Florida Studio Theatre, several residential projects from single-family homes to condominiums, and the improvement throughout the state of multiple facilities of the Florida Department of Health.
Carlos enjoys movies, history, traveling, and swimming. He loves spending time at home with his wife and their two daughters.
Laura Lozano, Associate AIA
Born in Mexico, Laura moved to Miami, Florida with her family when she was 12 years old. During and following achieving her Master’s in Architecture from the University of South Florida, she served as a graduate teaching assistant and then researcher in urban architecture. School and work took her to cities across the United States and the world. Travel has played an important role in her life, being able to experience different types of architecture and peoples’ culture.
Now settled in Saint Petersburg, Florida, she takes particular enjoyment in residential design, where she can work closely with clients on every aspect of their new homes but also serving in her role across Sweet Sparkman’s broad range of projects.
When not working, she enjoys going to the beach, kayaking and all things outdoors with her family.
Designed in Collaboration With Hello June Creative.
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