Luxury Custom Homes in Sarasota

Florida Construction Specialists builds luxury custom homes throughout Sarasota's most prestigious areas including Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Bird Key, Lido Key, Casey Key, Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores, Harbor Acres, and downtown Sarasota. We specialize in barrier island construction with expertise in Gulf-front, bayfront, and deep-water canal properties. Our projects range from $1 million to over $25 million.

Luxury custom homes in Sarasota typically require 16-28 months for construction, depending on size, complexity, and barrier island logistics. A 5,000 SF home may take 16-20 months, while 10,000+ SF estates often require 24-28 months or more. Barrier island construction may add time due to material delivery logistics and tide-dependent work. Design and permitting can add 6-12 months, with Sarasota County and city permits averaging 4-8 weeks.

Sarasota is a premium luxury market with construction costs typically ranging from $400-$850+ per square foot depending on finishes, features, and location. Gulf-front barrier island properties command the highest prices. Entry-level luxury ($1.5-3M) averages $400-500/SF, mid-range luxury ($3-7M) averages $500-650/SF, and ultra-luxury ($7M+) can exceed $700-850/SF with premium finishes, impact systems, and coastal construction requirements.

Absolutely. Barrier island construction is our specialty. All FCS luxury homes exceed Florida Building Code wind resistance requirements with enhanced specifications for coastal exposure. We incorporate impact-resistant windows rated for large missile impact, reinforced concrete or ICF construction, Miami-Dade approved roofing systems, whole-house generators, flood-resistant design, and breakaway walls where required. Our homes are engineered to withstand major hurricanes while maintaining architectural elegance.

Yes, Gulf-front construction on Sarasota's barrier islands is a specialty for FCS. These projects require extensive expertise including FDEP Coastal Construction Control Line permits, Army Corps of Engineers permits for seawalls, sea turtle lighting compliance, dune preservation requirements, and strict setback adherence. We have completed numerous Gulf-front estates on Siesta Key, Longboat Key, Lido Key, and Casey Key.

The Sarasota School of Architecture was a mid-20th century modernist movement known for clean lines, indoor-outdoor living, native materials, and designs adapted to Florida's climate. Architects like Paul Rudolph and Ralph Twitchell pioneered this style. FCS works with architects who specialize in authentic Sarasota Modern design, as well as contemporary interpretations. We have experience building both faithful restorations of mid-century homes and new construction inspired by this iconic regional style.

Waterfront permitting in Sarasota requires coordination with multiple agencies. We navigate City of Sarasota or Sarasota County building departments, FDEP for coastal construction permits, Army Corps of Engineers for dock and seawall permits, SWFWMD for stormwater management, and local environmental reviews. For barrier islands, we also coordinate with town governments on Longboat Key. Our pre-construction team handles all permitting to ensure compliance and minimize delays.

FCS is always the prime contractor on every project - we never subcontract our management responsibility. Our 40+ years experience and in-house engineering allows us to handle the largest barrier island estates. We maintain long-term relationships with Sarasota's finest specialty contractors who understand the precision required for luxury finishes. Our commercial construction background brings superior project management, detailed scheduling, and rigorous quality control to residential projects. We also have specific expertise in coastal construction that many residential-only builders lack.