Coastal CHIC

Despite being 20 years old and in need of a facelift, this Pelican Bay condominium had a lot going for it. Most notably, it was blessed with phenomenal views of the Gulf of Mexico—a vista that enticed first-time Florida homebuyers to take the plunge.

Because it was their first residence in the state, they wanted to imbue their new two-bedroom dwelling with a distinctly Southwest Florida ambience, complete with decor that recalls the area’s ecological beauty