Showcase Home: Carmel Modern by Hardwick General Contracting
Carmel Modern is an extraordinary custom estate in the privately gated enclave of Carmel, within Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge. The home beautifully weaves together design, technology and health and wellness into a stunning estate, built by Master Custom Builder Hardwick General Contracting. The 5-bedroom, 7 full and 3 half-bath residence is designed for both grand entertaining and everyday elegance, and is perfectly set on an oversized lakeview lot in Dr. Phillips. The first floor showcases soaring 12’8” ceilings, a dramatic great room with a 30' ceiling and walls of hurricane-rated ES Windows, and a formal dining area. A gallery-style foyer is anchored by a custom grand circular staircase hand crafted by Georgia Supply House and overlooking a floor to ceiling "living wall" hand made by Planthropy.
Soco Interiors brought the exquisite and extensive interior design to life throughout every inch of the home. Visitors will be drawn to the chef’s kitchen featuring stunning Elmwood cabinetry and Bluestar appliances including a spectacular 60" range and hood, along with an oversized island, pizza oven, and wine refrigeration. The adjoining catering kitchen features a 48" Bluestar range and refrigeration and offers the ultimate in culinary luxury. Multiple multipurpose rooms, a private study, and two guest suites provide versatility and comfort. The home features extensive custom millwork and surfaces throughout. A dedicated massage/yoga/gym room with custom sauna and Kohler steam shower room creates a private wellness retreat. A custom Southeast Elevator features an interior window for viewing an art installation up to the second floor.
Upstairs, the expansive owner’s suite features a private sitting area, custom his and her Masterpiece closets, and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and oversized shower, all featuring beautifully designed fixtures from Kallista. The second floor also offers two additional bedroom suites, a game room, and a separate sitting room for flexible living and entertaining. Custom TruStile interior doors are used throughout the estate to complement each room, with SIMONSWERK concealed hinges and hardware from Emtek. Resort-style outdoor living includes a dramatic pool with spa, a covered lanai with dual fire features, innovative quick-connect water systems from Aquor, and a rooftop deck with panoramic lake views. A private boat dock offers direct water access.
The home features cutting edge technological features, including Lutron Ketra lighting. Ketra mimics the Circadian rhythm schedule, where the lighting automatically adjusts to a sun-like curve throughout the day, positively impacting mood, behavior, and sleep quality. Ketra also offers dimming, tunable white, and color control capabilities that allow users to customize and personalize their lighting preferences and scenes. Additionally, the home features decorative light fixtures from Modern Forms, Lutron motorized shades for privacy and comfort and Sonance speakers throughout the home. A Savant Smart Home Automation system and innovative load sharing modules combine with solar panels to provide a net-zero ready design that is battery storage and generator ready. The technology system was designed by Spexi with turnkey integration by Bravas, ensuring that all of the systems in the home work flawlessly together.
Health and wellness are also a key part of this home. As mentioned, the Kohler steam shower room provides the perfect opportunity for recovery after exercising in the yoga room. Additionally, the HVAC system features a Carrier Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system that provides the ultimate in comfort and efficiency with the flexibility of automatically controlling zones throughout the home for comfort. Broan ERV's and dehumidifiers work in conjunction with the Carrier system to provide clean, comfortable and conditioned air throughout the home. The four-car garage is lift-ready to accommodate a fifth vehicle, and the home features dual laundry rooms and extensive storage ensuring ease of living.
The home features custom furnishings in the study, family and dining rooms, and covered lanai. Nestled among mature oak and cypress trees, this rare property offers tranquility while being minutes from world-class dining, luxury shopping, major thoroughfares, and Orlando’s premier attractions. This estate embodies lakeview elegance, modern innovation, and the elevated Bay Hill lifestyle.
