Coastal charm and timeless craftsmanship come together in this family vacation home, recently featured in a top luxury home magazine.

When a Boston-based couple discovered a 1970s ranch home in the private community of John’s Island, located on the barrier island in Vero Beach, Florida, that shared the same name and street number as their favorite Jamaican cottage, it felt like fate. The home had “lovely bones,” but it needed vision—and a full transformation. Partnering with longtime friend and designer Anthony Catalfano, the homeowners brought us in to reimagine the space from the ground up, trusting our team to carry the renovation through every phase of the journey.

As builders, we approached the project in three distinct phases: the interior renovation, followed by the pool and lanai redesign, and lastly, the addition of a two-bedroom cabana. The original structure had low ceilings, small doors, and outdated finishes, so we began by opening up the layout, raising ceilings, and creating better flow between living spaces. It was important to preserve the home’s Old Florida charm