The design takes advantage of the site’s abundant natural light as well as the indigenous indoor-outdoor lifestyle

Incorporating the style of their historic 1880s Ohio home in Cincinnati’s historic district into their new home on the sparkling Gulf Coast of Florida was important to homeowners Marnette and Paul Perry. Just steps from the beach and strolling distance to the Old Naples shopping district, their 5,400-square-foot residence was inspired by the historic home they left behind, and their desire for a tropical aesthetic. “The location — a one-third acre in the heart of Old Naples — was everything,” Marnette says.

The couple spent a great deal of time with architects Randall Stofft and John Cooney, as well as builder Scott Weidle, to develop the essential concepts of this British West Indies Colonial-style home. “Every element of this home represents a team effort,” Weidle says. The Perrys also worked very closely with interior designer Molly Grup, making every decision together, a process that included choosing which antiques from Cincinnati to bring with them to the Naples home. “The team paid such attention to the details that I live with and enjoy every day,” Marnette says.