Making a Statement
The Impact of Local Artisans
By Shawn Tanney Richards
Photography by Dorian Photography
104 TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018
A live edge
dining room
table gives
the home a
natural touch.
Interior Designers Marci Tempesta and
Suzan Decker Ross, who is a member
of the American Society of Interior
Designers, were thrilled to have the
opportunity to work with a busy executive
from the Northeast, who has a penchant
for supporting local artists. They agreed
on a contemporary, clean line minimalist
design in a neutral color palette, which
allowed for the large colorful artwork he
selected to “pop” in this sophisticated
Sand Key condo. The kitchen features a
waterfall edge quartz counter and espresso
wood cabinetry, stainless appliances, and
contemporary glass pendant lights. A
live edge wood table in the dining room
adds a nice natural element to the space.
A local craftsman built the custom wine
bar, as well as the customized Murphy
bed, desk unit that fits this home office
perfectly. A unique bed frame was selected
for the master bedroom, and the “wave”
design reflects the beautiful beachfront
location. Striated porcelain tile provides a
nice contrast to the espresso wood pieces
throughout the home. 9