All the Marble

Looking for solid flooring or durable countertop material? Architectural Marble has new selections and old standards in stone, shell, glass and more. Among the newest offerings on the market are natural stones and CaesarStone quartz colors—perfect for countertops. Architectural Marble also carries eco-friendly products in tile and slab, custom-made to fit your specifications. Choose from concrete, glass chips, Florida shell, conch swirls and abalone. There’s even a collection of granite slab remnants for stylish, contemporary vanity tops. Visit the showroom on 12th Street in Sarasota to see the selection.

John Cannon Wins Big
John Cannon Homes made a splash at this year’s Parade of Homes, winning 13 awards, including four Best Overall titles for its Royal Melbourne, Noora, Merinda and Amaroo models. Other John Cannon models honored included the Kiah (Best Architectural Detail, Best Master Suite in its price category), the Mallana (Best Curb Appeal), and the Camira, which received the Green Award and was named Best Single-family Home (custom).

Color in Bloom
Kris Kolar, vice president of interior design for Robb & Stucky lnteriors, says trends for spring include a strong saturation of color. Pinks, oranges and lime greens are just a few of the palettes in bloom this season. In addition to bright colors, popular fabrics feature a one-color print predominantly in striped or geometric repeating patterns, creating a crisp and revitalized aesthetic. The fabric style corresponds to spring fashions in the apparel industry. Refresh your home by adding a pop of color in your upholstered seating, accent pillows and even your draperies. Consult a design professional to find the best way to rejuvenate your décor with the lasted fabric trends. Robb & Stucky is located at 7557 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota, (941) 922-2274.

Palms Property Management
Prudential Palms Realty has opened a new division to concentrate on property management, headed by Susan Jordan, director of property management. In this capacity, Jordan will hire and oversee professional property manager/rental agents in each Prudential Palms office. In addition, she will be supervising all existing rental agents and property managers by providing additional training and support. Her office will be in the Prudential Palms Realty Longboat Key office located at 2 Avenue of the Flowers.

Jordan got her Florida real estate license in 1985 and her broker’s license in 1991. She has worked in the Sarasota real estate market for more than 24 years. Her experience includes sales and operations management, training, negotiation and sales.