With meticulous attention to detail, these designers and creatives can craft the home of your dreams. These Tampa Bay-based entrepreneurs offer a myriad of options for even the most discerning designer. These 4 firms and shops tailor the design experience to your specifications. 
 David Calvin Furniture Studio

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David Calvin Furniture Studio

Located in St Petersburg, Florida, David Calvin Furniture Studio is where art & architecture meet!

Location: 2222 16th Avenue North | St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Email: dcfurniturestudio@att.net
Phone: 314.605.1313
Website: dcfurniturestudio.com    

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Built Things

Beginning in 2012 and located in Tampa, the Build Things team thrives on custom furniture made specially for…

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Browse the latest styles for modern luxury real estate. See more ideas about luxury homes, luxury style, and modern decoration.

From a beachside penthouse to an urban luxury townhome, to a mansion with acreage or a perfect second home, modern luxury real estate in 2021 is all about creating a sense of security, wellness, joy, and privacy. Since we’ve all been at home more due to the pandemic, the right mix of architectural elements, environmental surroundings, and sophisticated design can create the oasis you’ve been looking for. Top designers and architects know how to elevate our residences with luxurious touches, and a mix of playful opulence with all the comforts of boutique hotels are top of mind.

Outside, look for landscaping that reminds you…

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Brooksville Oasis Embodies the Bygone Days of Old Florida

A bucolic 71-acre working ranch with rolling hills and majestic Oak trees just hit the market in Brooksville, Florida for $2,495,000. Located only 45 minutes from downtown Tampa, the country home harkens back to the feel of Old Florida with room to play and explore in every direction from the property’s magnificent home base. A long driveway with picturesque landscaping and white picket fencing leads to the ranch home that is a beautiful open concept 4,100 sq ft house with 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and views of the open range from every room. Homebuyers seeking relief from congested neighborhoods and the sounds of traffic will find a peaceful family retreat that offers an abundance of outdoor fun…

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Consumers in top 1-5% bracket surveyed across 17 countries, representing more than 30 million households

A comprehensive study of the world’s affluent households by Luxury Portfolio International® (LPI), the luxury marketing division of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, the largest global network of premier locally branded residential real estate brokerage firms, revealed compelling metrics on the demand for residential real estate among the world’s wealthiest.

The just-released study, State of Luxury Real Estate, focused on consumers in the top 1%-5% income bracket of 17 countries, representing more than 30 million households. It was conducted by the Affluent Consumer Research Company, a full-service market research and…

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RealTrends 500 Report Ranks Nation’s Largest Real Estate Firms

RealTrends has released its 2021 RealTrends 500, an independently verified compilation of the nation’s leading residential real estate companies. Smith & Associates Real Estate, the largest locally-owned independent real estate brokerage firm in Tampa Bay, ranked in all the categories for the RealTrends 500 lists. The firm ranked amongst the largest brokers by volume with a record-breaking sales volume of  $1,606,118,170. The organization also ranked as a Top 500 in the country for largest brokerages by transactions, by volume, top leading RE affiliate, top independent brokerage, and a top 50 firm for average selling price. Smith is the top independent brokerage for luxury sales in Tampa…

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Marking Record-breaking Sale in Downtown St. Petersburg

Low inventory has made Tampa Bay’s luxury market hyper-competitive. Smith & Associates Real Estate announces a record-breaking sale in downtown St. Petersburg. The Bliss penthouse sale closed for $4,600,000, which is the highest condo sale in Pinellas County this year. Condominium real estate prices for the area have been trending upward amid the movement to relocate to top Sunshine Belt cities and work from home trends.

“The Bliss penthouse is the epitome of luxury and this sale is just one indicator of how desirable spacious properties are in our current marketplace,” says Bob Glaser, CEO & President, Smith & Associates Real Estate.

Christopher Pitre & Ali Bearnarth were the listing agents…

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Tampa Bay luxury real estate keeps booming.

Smith & Associates Real Estate announces a record-breaking $6M sale in Snell Isle, one of the most enviable addresses in all of Tampa Bay. The elegant home is located on 117 Bay Point Dr NE, St Petersburg, FL, and represents all bayfront living lifestyle has to offer - waterfront views from all rooms, a deep water dock with a boat lift, a large stunning heated infinity saltwater pool, an extensive outdoor porch overlooking the water, downtown skyline, and breathtaking sunsets.

The home was sold off-market by Bethsabé Bockman-Pedersen, a Realtor with the Richardson Group at Smith & Associates Real Estate. “This sale has been several years in the making! We took our time, quietly marketing the home to…

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Take a virtual tour of 5 stunning residences all across Tampa Bay!

To learn more about these homes and our other favorite open houses, head to: https://www.smithandassociates.com/weekend-open-house If you would like to schedule a tour for any of these homes, send us a message or email concierge@smithandassociates.com. But hurry – these won’t last long!  


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Sprawling $2.5M lot with native Florida fauna and endless possibilities

Nestled in Tierra Verde, one of St. Petersburg’s most desired waterfront neighborhoods, over an acre of undeveloped waterfront property has been listed for sale. A rare find for the upscale community, the lot boasts a pristine tropical setting with over 100 native Florida fauna, plants, palm trees, and rich mangrove vegetation. A private boardwalk winds through the mangroves leading to a secluded dock on the open waters of Tampa Bay - premier location for launching a kayak or stand-up paddleboard with easy access to the Gulf of Mexico. The property is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts and tucked away in the private, gated enclave of Greenland Preserve, offering maximum privacy and…

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