Spanish Oaks Residence
- Address
- 6345 Spanish Oaks Lane, Naples, FL
- Contractor
- Build LLC
- Completed
- May 2023
- Area
- 4,000 SF
Perched above a beautiful 3-acre natural Florida landscape in Naples, sits an organic and naturally modern residence located in the Oakes Estates Neighborhood. This linear house offers a clean and timeless aesthetic, as well as environmentally conscious products and locally sourced materials. With 4-bedroom suites, this efficient 3,130 SF residence provides ample storage and flexibility in design with many features including a gallery, framed contemplation niches, and entertainment spaces.
A soaring linear cupola unites the great room, outdoor living area, and owner suite while providing a defining organizational element that brings in natural light. This linear cupola also provides a nod to classic Florida Design Vernacular, allowing natural ventilation as well as providing an ideal roof to house future photovoltaic panels. A spacious great room boasts a 28′ wide by 10′ tall sliding door along the south facade.
Site & Context
A unique 3 acre site with native Florida landscape, yet within walking distance to major shopping centers. Sitting on the northwest corner of an intersection gave an opportunity to interact with the neighborhood, while still retaining privacy. Only 0.53 acres could be developed due to existing wetlands around the property.
Organizational Sketch
A linear home layout creates a connected flow while preserving privacy. The main living area opens directly to the pool deck, outdoor lounge, and a preserve-facing deck for immersive nature views. The plan includes two bedroom suites, one isolated private suite, and a flexible suite for guests or hobbies.
Nature Derived Forms
A linear, Florida-inspired residence features generous porches, cantilevers, and a unifying cupola. South-facing overhangs provide passive shading — blocking harsh summer sun while welcoming winter light. In cooler months, cross-ventilation and operable cupola windows release warm air and draw steady north light into key spaces. The cupola also supports 28 PV panels with battery storage for backup power.
It also provides pocketing sliding doors to the west that disappear behind the central exposed, double-sided Concrete Block Feature Wall to allow the interior living to seamlessly flow to the outdoor covered living area. The outdoor area offers ample seating, dining, and cooking amenities while connecting to the lap pool and hot tub to the south and a cantilevered deck to the north that offers views of the preserve.
A privately isolated owner suite affords the resident to relax in a tranquil environment with framed windows overlooking the preserve. The owner-suite bathroom/closet space provides storage, a washer/dryer, a contemporary freestanding tub, a private toilet room, and an oversized shower, with access to an outdoor shower.
The front, south-facing yard provides a formal and flexible entertaining area with a large multipurpose lawn, fire pit, and several seating areas. An oversized 3-bay garage has space for ample storage and is equipped for electric car charging. This one-of-a-kind property allows privacy, and endless amenities for entertainment and pays homage to the native Florida environment with the convenience of being within walking distance of a major shopping center.
