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SA NSA is the realization of the combined vision of Chicago developer Ma K ihnke and the talented team at Sarasota's renow ned firm, Hoy t A rchitects. K ihnke's vision for this project is a departure from the high- rise buildings he and his brother ty pically construct in Chicago. "I wanted to soen the modern lines giving the building a more contemporar y feeling using Zen motifs to evoke a sense of grounding and depth that is absent in strictly steel and concrete structures," explains K ihnke. From the mahogany inlaid entr y way, Hoy t and his team masterf ully mingle the lines of contemporar y design w ith a Zen concept resulting in a unique marriage of aesthetics. e elements of fire and water blend effortlessly w ith mahogany and stone to give SA NSA a so yet, clean edge. "e building is located on an important corner site, so we wanted to address the street simply. en, we introduced a cur ve on the back of the building to give broad water views and thus, allow ing the balconies to play a sculptural role in the design of the building ," explains Gar y Hoy t. "e client wanted the building to be peacef ul which is especially evident on the amenity level. " e pool, spa, lounge and private cabanas along w ith the wood deck ing and fire pit give the feel of an urban oasis. SA NSA succeeds in the quest to create a serene, even sensual environment in the middle of an urban coastal landscape. Within steps of this exquisite building , one may enjoy boating at the 361-slip marina, exceptional bay front parks and the cultural amenities of a world-class city. Walk to the Florida Studio eatre for a Broadway play or see a performance at the Sarasota Opera aer a delicious meal at any one of dozens of locally ow ned restaurants. Jump in your convertible for a night at the ballet or symphony and end your evening w ith a midnight stroll on some of the most acclaimed beaches in the Continental United States. Sarasota offers an exceptional cosmopolitan lifestyle w ith the understated chic essence of the South of France, albeit w ith the modern amenities and comforts of life in A merica. Ideally nestled on the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mex ico, this crescent city glistens as the crow n jewel of the West Coast of Florida. A nd now, a peacef ul oasis atop the dow ntow n skyline awaits a lucky few who have the opportunity to call one of the seventeen exclusive residences at SA NSA home. Represented by Jonathan Abrams, REALTOR ® Michael Saunders & Company 941.232.2868 | JonathanAbrams@MichaelSaunders.com FloridaHomesMag.com | 17 Centrally located between Historic Burns Court, Main Street, the picturesque marina and bayfront, SA NASA beautifully captures the modern lines and cosmopolitan flair of Downtown Sarasota with breathtaking panoramic bayfront vistas.

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