Makeovers of condominiums along Vanderbilt Beach inspire sales

Sales of condominium property throughout the area spiked in the past quarter compared to first quarter 2008 activity, according to statistics released by the Naples Area Board of Realtors (NABOR). Along Vanderbilt Beach, part of the good news is the result of a proactive effort to spruce up buildings and residences up and down Gulf Shore Drive.

Vanderbilt Beach, a 1.3-mile stretch of land between the Ritz-Carlton, Naples and Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, contains prime beachfront real estate, much of it in high-rise towers. Upscale dining in the immediate vicinity includes Baleen at La Playa Beach & Golf Resort and the Turtle Club. The neighborhood even holds vestiges of Old Florida with Buzz’s Lighthouse Restaurant and Lighthouse Inn on Vanderbilt Lagoon.

A perfect example of the what is happening in many of Southwest Florida’s more mature high-rise condominium communities is found at Vanderbilt Gulfside Condominium, where exterior common areas as well as residences are sporting sophisticated new looks.

Flexible living space and innovative storage solutions are high on the priority list for those wanting to turn dated vacation condos into year-round residences. In one condominium, the transformation of a two-bedroom layout resulted in two additional remodel contracts for K2 Design Group, a single-source architectural, interior design and construction management firm.

Sitting on 8.8 acres, the 1980s-era high-rise property — 72 residences in each of two towers — is in the midst of an exterior facelift. Parking structures, entry gate and porte-cochère have been replaced. Landscaping has been enhanced and is receiving increased attention with a new irrigation system. Attractive pavers replaced asphalt along the winding driveway and Italian stone was installed around the pool and walkway. In addition to fresh paint, exterior balconies, railings and screens are being upgraded. Source: naplesnews.com

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