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PHOTO GALLERY: Villa am Meer Open House


  • By Kelsey Grau
  • | 4:00 a.m. April 24, 2014
  • Longboat Key
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PHOTO GALLERY: Villa am Meer Open House
The home is complementary mix of new and old with expansive views of the water.
The home is complementary mix of new and old with expansive views of the water.
The historic Villa am Meer has been restored to its former glory.
The historic Villa am Meer has been restored to its former glory.
Architect Alcides Santiesteban, Interior Designer Lori Fountain, Developer Jay Tallman and Amy Drake
Architect Alcides Santiesteban, Interior Designer Lori Fountain, Developer Jay Tallman and Amy Drake
Architect Angela Kimich with her husband, Justin
Architect Angela Kimich with her husband, Justin
Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, Debbie Duncan, Vice Mayor Jack Duncan, Developer Jay Tallman and Police Chief Pete Cummings
Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, Debbie Duncan, Vice Mayor Jack Duncan, Developer Jay Tallman and Police Chief Pete Cummings
The model of Aria was on display during the event.
The model of Aria was on display during the event.
The back of the property is great for entertaining.
The back of the property is great for entertaining.
This colorful tilework attracted attention on the patio.
This colorful tilework attracted attention on the patio.
Linda and Chet Pletzke with Dave Bullock
Linda and Chet Pletzke with Dave Bullock
A statue stands at the front of the property.
A statue stands at the front of the property.
Steph Claussen, Pam Coleman and Connie Hilwig
Steph Claussen, Pam Coleman and Connie Hilwig
Architect Alcides Santiesteban, Mayor Jim Brown, Vice Mayor Jack Duncan and Architect Angela Kimich
Architect Alcides Santiesteban, Mayor Jim Brown, Vice Mayor Jack Duncan and Architect Angela Kimich
Restored stained-glass windows offer views throughout the home.
Restored stained-glass windows offer views throughout the home.
Attendees mingle and admire the renovations made to the community room.
Attendees mingle and admire the renovations made to the community room.
Tiled stairs lead to the front door.
Tiled stairs lead to the front door.
Kathryn Carr, Terri Siedlecki and Rachel Williamson
Kathryn Carr, Terri Siedlecki and Rachel Williamson
Alaina Ray and Doreen Shield
Alaina Ray and Doreen Shield

 

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