Modern Mediterranean Home Renovation in Fort Lauderdale
Portfolio type: Finished photos
project status: completed
A Harbor Beach estate reimagined through STUDIO 818’s Design Build Concierge™ process transforming missteps into a tailored Coastal Contemporary retreat with Mediterranean roots.
Behind the Design: Vision, Planning & Execution
The homeowners — founders of a global art curation company — desired a fresh, modern expression of their Harbor Beach estate. Their previous design team had left the project in disarray, draining resources and fracturing trust. Even the general contractor was prepared to walk away.
STUDIO 818 stepped in with disciplined leadership and our Design Build Concierge™ process, bringing structure to the chaos and stewarding every detail of the renovation. We modernized the Mediterranean architecture with a Coastal Contemporary sensibility: brighter interiors, natural stone applications, and artisanal details that balance sophistication with livability.
Highlights include a marble-clad hidden door in the master bath, a vanity with retractable mirrors overlooking the entry courtyard, and reimagined utility spaces crafted with custom millwork. These features embody calm sophistication while elevating daily function.
The result: a Modern Mediterranean estate reborn — serene, timeless, and aligned with the lifestyle and artistry of its owners.
A Modern Mediterranean Transformation in Harbor Beach
This Harbor Beach estate began as a Mediterranean-style residence marked by stalled progress and costly mismanagement. The owners — leaders of a global art curation company — had entrusted their 7,000+ sq ft home to another design team, only to see their vision unravel. Disorganization, wasted resources, and eroded trust nearly brought the project to a halt. Even the general contractor considered walking away.
From Mismanagement to Renewal
STUDIO 818 stepped in to restore order and confidence. Through our Design Build Concierge™ process, we stabilized the project, coordinated seamlessly with the builder, and guided a complete renovation across the primary and secondary baths, laundry, and mudroom. Each space was modernized with precision, transforming functional rooms into expressions of sophisticated design.
Modern Mediterranean Design with Coastal Clarity
The design vision embraced a Modern Mediterranean sensibility. Our approach honored the estate’s architectural roots while infusing it with light, clarity, and a Coastal Contemporary feel.
Bespoke Details in the Primary Bath Retreat
In the primary bath, a marble-clad hidden door disappears into the wall, balancing elegance with discretion. The custom vanity features floating retractable mirrors, perfectly positioned before a sunlit courtyard — a fusion of artistry and practicality that reflects the owners’ creative lifestyle.
Elevating Utility Spaces with Custom Millwork
Beyond the primary suite, utility areas were elevated into spaces of quiet refinement. The laundry and mudroom — often overlooked in estate-scale renovations — were reimagined with custom millwork and thoughtful storage solutions. These details transformed once-ordinary rooms into purposeful extensions of the home, enhancing daily routines with efficiency and ease.
Design Build Concierge™: Leadership and Stewardship
What makes this renovation remarkable is not only the design but also the stewardship behind it. With rigorous documentation, procurement discipline, and collaborative oversight, STUDIO 818 protected both the investment and the vision. The result is a Modern Mediterranean home renovation that feels both timeless and distinctly personal.
A Home Reborn: Lifestyle, Personality, and Distinction
As the clients reflected: “We trusted STUDIO 818 to design and guide our home renovation, and they delivered beyond our expectations. Our home now perfectly reflects our lifestyle and personality. They redefined our daily lives in the best way possible.”
From disarray to distinction, this Harbor Beach estate now lives as a serene sanctuary — a modernized Mediterranean residence crafted to support life at the highest level.