A custom waterfront or coastal home in Tampa Bay—especially in St. Petersburg—should blend beauty, function, and resilience. Today’s Florida luxury homes are increasingly shaped by distinctive modern architectural styles that complement the region’s sunshine, water views, and indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
Build Your Dream Coastal Home in Tampa Bay
Popular design choices include Modern Coastal, which combines clean lines, expansive glass, light wood tones, and breezy open spaces; Contemporary Waterfront, known for flat or low-slope rooflines, minimalist detailing, large-format windows, and seamless transitions to lanais and pool decks; and Transitional Modern, which blends crisp modern architecture with warmer, timeless finishes for a more inviting luxury feel. In Florida, West Indies-inspired modern homes are also in high demand, featuring deep overhangs, strong indoor-outdoor flow, and a sophisticated tropical character well suited to coastal living.
Discover the Best Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg Communities for Your Custom Home
These styles work especially well in sought-after communities across the region.
In Avila, homeowners often favor grand Transitional Modern estates with elegant finishes and golf course views.
Westchase and Tampa Palms are ideal for Modern Farmhouse and Contemporary Coastal homes that combine upscale design with comfortable everyday living.
In Old Northeast, custom residences may reinterpret classic neighborhood charm through Modern Coastal or Transitional architecture.
In Old Northeast, custom residences may reinterpret classic neighborhood charm through Modern Coastal or Transitional architecture.
Snell Isle is perfectly suited for Contemporary Waterfront and West Indies modern homes with expansive glass and resort-style outdoor spaces.
In Crescent Lake, homeowners often choose refined modern designs that feel connected to both green space and the character of St. Petersburg.
See the Luxury Features Homeowners Want Most
Beyond style, today’s Florida custom homes are designed for the way people live.
Home owners want
- open-concept kitchens,
- spa-inspired primary suites,
- private offices,
- smart home technology,
- energy-efficient systems,
- impact-rated windows and doors,
and durable materials built for the coastal climate.
Outdoor living remains essential, with covered lanais, summer kitchens, custom pools, and beautifully designed waterfront entertaining areas leading the list.
Create a Custom Waterfront Home Designed Around Your Lifestyle
We, as a custom home builder, are specializing in waterfront and coastal properties in St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay and can help translate these architectural styles into a home tailored to your lot, views, and lifestyle.
From Modern Coastal to Contemporary Waterfront, the best homes combine striking design with livability, craftsmanship, and a true connection to Florida living.
Choose Lombardo Construction for Your New Custom Home
In Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg, custom waterfront homes are defined by modern design, luxury finishes, resilient construction, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. From Modern Coastal and Contemporary Waterfront to West Indies, Transitional Modern, and Modern Farmhouse styles, today’s Florida homes are designed to maximize views, comfort, and lifestyle in premier communities like Snell Isle, Old Northeast, Harbour Island, Avila, Westchase, Tampa Palms, and Crescent Lake.
When it’s time to bring your vision to life, choose Lombardo Construction as your builder of choice for custom waterfront and coastal homes crafted with quality, experience, and exceptional attention to detail.
