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Situated in the west wing of the house, a large bar o ers the ideal space for entertainment while the kitchen island with 75 feet of polished marble counter space is a dream for the most demanding chef and hostess. Distressed exposed beam rafters blend with custom handcrafted cabinetry by William Ohs, designed by Laurie Lehrich. Many local artisans worked on the interior.
The upstairs master bedroom is accessible through two stairwells and an elevator. The ceiling in the master bedroom was painted in fresco by Panama City artist Jodi Matakovich. Antique paintings of Carnevale, Italy’s yearly celebrations, echo the Renaissance theme.
Planned for business and family entertaining, the home’s construction began in 2005 after two years on the drawing board. In 2007, the Durdens moved in. Once completed, nding a name for the new home came easy. At times realizing the il- lusory vision of the house became a three-head- ed monster, the name “Villa Chimera” was born. The Carrera marble fountain tells the myth of Pegasus and Bellerophon slaying the three-head- ed monster, “Chimera.” According to the fable, when Pegasus, the winged horse, pawed the ground, a fountain sprang up.
During the past ten years, Villa Chimera has hosted presidential candidates, governors, celebrities, and extended family and friends. Three weddings have been celebrated, as well as photo shoots, baby showers,
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Italian in uences are ever-present and carried out in the smallest
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