It’s been called a spectacular vacation getaway.
Judges in the Northeast Florida Builders Association Parade of Homes felt the same way. They rewarded custom design builder Generation Homes in two categories, Gold winner in the $2.4 million to $2.5 million category and Best Secondary Space for the E Komo Mai in St. Augustine Beach.
“The Generation Homes team could not be prouder to win with our most recent custom design build home for wonderfully kind and generous owners who envisioned this design for family vacations and gatherings,” said Cora Johnston, president of Generation Homes.
The five-bedroom, six-and-half-bath home stands out as a vacation retreat, embracing the charm of coastal living with a contemporary twist, modern beach houses that offer the perfect blend of leisure and style.
Designer Alexis Koklias created relaxed coastal interiors, layering different fabrics and materials, accomplishing a laid-back feel, while successfully combining a traditional seaside look with a more contemporary beach house.
The three-story, 3,379-square-foot home was designed by Rob Florez Design, a full-service custom home design company. The floorplan offers a third-floor gathering space with a living room, kitchen, two dining spaces and south and north facing porches.
On the first floor there is another gathering room off the pool with a bunk bed niche for the children or young adults to have their own special space. The light and airy ensuite bedrooms have fluffy king size beds and showered baths.
The pool gives off a natural vibe as a side yard oasis. While inside, smart TVs and smart speakers collaborate to enhance the home entertainment experience.
“Couldn’t have done it without you, Cora, and your Generation Homes team,” said owner John Burda who named the home E Komo Mai. “You have been so great to us. I am so glad Generation Homes won the gold and that we played a small part in it.”
He picked up the phrase while on vacation in Hawaii. In Hawaiian, “e komo mai” means come in and welcome with a feeling of belonging, coming together and a sense of community.
“Cora has a winning team with everyone in her company,” added Burda. “Especially Mike (Fenner) and Alexis (Koklias). Generation Homes listens to what new homeowners want in their home.”
The home was built to appeal to the discriminating vacationer or as secondary residence. Generation Homes’ Karen Roske mentioned that positive feedback was tremendous during several Realtor open houses.
The Burdas enjoy their beach access at the end of 5th Street, giving them the opportunity to relax, walk or ride on wide sandy beach. The home is amid walkable St. Augustine Beach dining, shopping and the pier.
Nearby attractions include the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, The Alligator Farm, St. Augustine Lighthouse and all that St. Augustine, the Nations’s Oldest City, has to offer.
“E Komo Mai exemplifies our unwavering commitment to meet the expectations of homeowners today, tomorrow and for generations to come,” said Johnston. “From the first design meeting to the final meeting when we hand over the keys.”
For more information, go to generationhomesusa.com or call 904-955-4769.
