2 and 3- story townhomes wrap beautifully around a Marina located on the Intracoastal, allowing for easy access to boats, fishing, and kayak launches. 

Ideally planned units ranging between 2,363- 2,810 sf, encompassing bright, modern and open floorplans which are designed to promote luxury and comfort. You can find Coastal and Mediterranean transitional colors and furniture inside of the units and a variety of breezy landscaping around each building.  

Although Aphora was created in 2 separate phases, the homes come together effortlessly to create a union of similarity, and design. Phase 1 involved creating 11 total units, and phase 2 brought an additional 14 units to the site.

There's also a 5,000 sf yacht club with open-air seating, fireplaces and plenty of room to gather with friends and family at the full bar area and catering kitchen. 

Photography by Harvey Smith Photography
Architecture and interior design by Group 4 Design.

The submitted project is a 42,000 sf clubhouse for a private golf course, replacing the existing club on the site.  After an 18-month design process, the entire demolition and new build took place within 11 months between scheduled events hosted by the course. The designer’s role and scope of the project included program coordination with the ownership team and initial space planning, all the way through installation of the designer-procured FFE package. Extensive coordination with the owner, offsite architect, and consultant teams resulted in a seamless construction administration process, even during the accelerated construction schedule. Interior finish selection, specification of decorative plumbing and lighting fixture packages, and millwork design and detailing were all developed under the concept of ‘an updated and upgraded classic Connecticut farmhouse with seaside influences’.  The clubhouse features a restaurant with bar, wrapping patios with views of the course, fully outfitted retail golf shop, multi-function and board rooms, and men’s and women’s locker room / lounge suites.  Additionally, a 4,500 sf event hall and adjacent event lawn are available for hosting weddings, large banquet functions and corporate events. Design elements include classic detailing such as crisp white painted trim and wainscoting, metal accents, and timeless fixtures. On-trend saturated accent colors in paint and wallcovering, floor finishes, and furniture fabrics were combined with warm and warm wide plank, white oak flooring for a traditional, yet updated feel.  Overall the finished club was received exceptionally well by the ownership, membership, and community at large.

Vendor/ Spec Information
Wood Flooring – Nydree – Allison Sapp
Carpet – Bentley – Barbara Jo Trimble
Carpet – Milliken – Rosie Sterling
Tile – Crossville Studios, Bedrosian, Ceramic Technics (Kimberly Beyerlein)
Wallcovering – National Wallcovering – Katie Hannigan
Quartz Surfacing – Cambria
Ceilings – Armstrong – Bill Mendek
Custom Signage – Level Signs – Mike Yeoman
Custom Millwork Fabrication – Millwork One
Window Coverings – Middlesex Shades & Blinds – Mike Uliano
Contract Furnishings – Office Environments & Services – Mel Schock
Billiards Furnishings – Billiard Factory – Erik Decious
FFE Installation – e3 Installations – Erick Negron
FFE Installation – Commercial Furniture Services Corporation – John Reilly Jr

Group 4 Design received an outstanding award in each category entered at the 2020 ASID North Florida Design Competition

Healthcare- 1st Place, The Groves at Canopy
Client- The Vestcor Companies
Project Designer- Lori Avampato
Design Team- Joey Rivera, Valerie Backmann, Karie Kovacocy

With almost 20,000 square feet of shared amenity space, this senior living project offers all of the luxuries of a resort hotel while providing the comfortable feeling of a grand southern estate. The interior design takes inspiration from the architectural style of the surrounding neighborhood.  A welcoming two story entry hall is divided by a double-sided fireplace that connects to an open piano lounge overlooking the courtyard, providing a variety of locations for residents to relax and socialize.  The design team worked to seamlessly blend traditional detailing with a more transitional overall feel for the community.  A contemporary carpet plank tile with subtle organic patterns mimicking the canopy of the large oak trees surrounding the building is paired with wood flooring laid in a traditional herringbone pattern in the common areas.   Sleek modern detailing of the mantle and bookcases surrounding the fireplace in the library lounge contrast with traditional stained wood ceiling beams that align with window treatments in the same warm tones of the beams. The cozy bistro features detailed wood paneling on the front face of the bar and a weathered brick backsplash at the back bar with open shelves and brass hardware.  The spa is filtered with natural light highlighting painted nickel board walls dividing the treatment areas from the relaxation room.  The client’s goal of achieving a luxurious setting conducive to providing attentive care for both assisted living and memory care residents was successfully achieved thru the design of the project.

Vendor/ Spec Information
​Flooring: Mohawk, Atlas, Everstep
Tile: Crossville, Ceramic Technics, Trinity Surfaces
Paint: Sherwin Williams
Wallcoverings: MDC, National Wallcovering, Maharam
Quartz Countertops: Wilsonart
Specialty Panels: 3 Form
Vendors: Daniel Paul, ERG, Fairfield, Falcon, Four Hands, Florida Backyard, HContract, Hooker, Indiana Furniture, Kellex, Kwalu, Shelby Williams, Arc-Com, Carnegie, Surya, Swavelle, Uttermost
Installation partners: Office Environments & Services, e3 Installation Services

Multi-family: 1st Place, Luxor Club
Client- Fort Family Investments
Project Designer- Leigh Gunn
Design Team- Ashley Bell, Joey Rivera, Karie Kovacocy

The goal of this multi-family project was to create a sleek modern interior style that blended with the clean lines and materials of the architecture and captures the view of the surrounding nature preserve.  The plan has a seamless flow from interior to exterior using expansive covered outdoor living rooms to encourage residents to enjoy the lush landscape.  Taking its cues from the community name and the colors of the exterior of the building, the designer chose to dress up the warm wood tones with shimmering gold materials and flashes of red accents.  The view from inside the front doors stretches across a hospitality zone that overlooks the luxury resort style pool.  A wood ceiling that aligns with gold subway tile accent tile and shimmering gold wallcovering accents the seating and serving areas without interrupting the stunning view.   The clubhouse has a top of the line fitness center energized with a brightly colored ceiling and high-performance carpet tiles and a high-tech internet gaming room with custom designed cabinets and panels for the monitors.  Upstairs in the clubroom a kitchen with unobstructed views overlooking the preserve is adjacent to an open billiards room that features a specialty paint finish that reflects the natural light.  The feeling of luxury emanates from interior materials and exterior views to accomplish the goals of the client to attract people to an elevated style of living.

Vendor/ Spec Information
Flooring: J&J Flooring, Patcraft, Mannington
Paint: Sherwin Williams, Scuffmaster
Tile: Crossville, Ceramic Technics, Florim, Trinity Surfaces
Wallcoverings: MDC, National Wallcovering, Wolf Gordon
Quartz Countertops: Wilsonart, Caeserstone
Specialty: 3 Form, Armstrong, Mechoshade
Installation Partners: Office Environments & Services

Government/ Institutional- 1st Place, Lofts at Jefferson Station
Client- The Vestcor Companies
Project Designer- Jessica White
Design Team- Jackie Maslan, Ashley Bell, Karie Kovacocy

This multi-story 133-unit workforce housing community is located in a long-neglected but growing Downtown neighborhood and ties in with a nearby public transportation route, providing convenient access for residents. Influenced by its urban setting, the design utilizes bold colors to accent a warm industrial base palette that includes concrete breeze block, exposed ceilings, and light oak wood-look LVT reminiscent of old warehouse flooring. Downstairs in the leasing and hospitality area, custom murals, painted on the sides of many downtown buildings, were brought inside and used as an eye-catching element to draw potential residents in when passing by on street level. Positioned on the fourth floor with double-height ceilings, the main club room features views of the Downtown skyline, perfect for evening gatherings with friends. A bar with kitchenette features custom banquettes designed to mimic elements of the building exterior, open-cell ceiling elements with exposed duct work to continue the industrial aesthetic, and pieces from local artists. The adjacent lounge with custom wood focal element highlighted by cove lighting provides a more intimate area for residents to watch TV or play a round of pool with friends. All around, this community’s fresh take on the urban industrial aesthetic provides a welcoming space for residents to call “home.”  

Vendor/ Spec Information
Flooring: Shaw Contract – Rebecca Crosby
Paint: Sherwin Williams
Murals: Kristin Cronic Fine Art, Artistree
Backsplash at Bar: Ceramic Technics – Kimberly Beyerlein
Dimensional Wood art at Bar: Pattern Shape 
Art at Closing Room: “Walks of Life” by Keith Doles
Wood Wall Panels: 3M DI-NOC – Designtex – Holli Blasco
Quartz Countertops: Caesarstone – Patty Grafton
Furniture: OE&S Jacksonville, Contract Source Jacksonville, National Office Furniture, Billiard Factory, OFS, Source, VIA Seating, ERG International,  Carnegie, ArcCom, Maharam, DesignTex
Project Photography: Sue Barker - Root Photography
Photography Framing: JHP Art Consulting and Ryan Ketterman Photography 

Places that Rock! Group 4 Design has been named one of the best places to work in Jacksonville. We are a multi-discipline design firm with an emphasis on amenity, assisted living and multi-family architecture. We strive to bring new ideas and philosophies to these established markets with creative and innovative solutions. We pride ourselves on having energetic and passionate project architects and designers and are looking to add new team members.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER POSITION / STUDIO LEAD

We are now looking to add a motivated unlicensed/licensed architect or experienced project manager to join our creative and social work environment. Experience of 10+ years is required with a solid understanding of project and client management, consultant coordination, constructability of wood, steel, masonry detailing, and team leadership. All candidates must have the knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit, the ability to establish and maintain schedules and self-perform project construction administration/site observations.

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Please contact Group 4 Design, Inc. with all inquiries.
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Karie Kovacocy, Principal Architect
kkovacocy@g4designinc.com

Adina Jarlsberg, Graphic Designer/ Marketing Coordinator
ajarlsberg@g4designinc.com

904.353.5900 : www.g4designinc.com

Starling at Nocatee is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that provides luxurious amenities tailored to maximize comfort and vitality. Group 4 Design's focus was on the architecture and safety, both inside and out. 

It is a 174,000 sq. ft. stunning design with 68 Assisted Living units, along with 20 Memory Care units located in the heart of Nocatee. 

Mark A. Smith is a Project Architect at Group 4 Design. He attended A&M University, where he received a Bachelor's in Architecture degree. 

We asked Mark what he considered to be his professional superpower:

Client liaisons, I take pride in handling high maintenance clients and making them very happy. 

Professional Experience:

• Industry: More than 30 years of design and construction.
• Expertise: Retail, Hospitality, Residential, Multi-family and amenities design.
• G4 Highlight: The Rafina Reunion Clubhouse in Davenport, Florida.

How do you like to have fun?:

I enjoy spending time with family and my Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Henry. Working in my home recording studio, playing the guitar, piano and singing. 

What do you think makes G4 different and why did you choose to work here?

Group 4 design offers a dynamic work environment that offers new challenges every day. They impressed me with their energy and the way that they interact while designing and that made me want to be a part of the team.

Beverly Griffin is our FF&E Procurement Coordinator here at Group 4 Design. Beverly handles and executes the purchasing decisions for G4's interior design team, and you can usually find her in the material library helping with textile and furniture selections.

Professional Superpower:

My get it done attitude! As Benjamin Franklin once said, “Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today.” AND the mute button inside my head that some may call selective hearing. I am able to tune out distractions and stay focused at the task at hand. Why would you think I would only have one.

Professional Experience:

• Industry: 15+ years putting my customers' needs first
• Expertise: Customer relationship management, a love for Excel, multi-tasking, follow-through and problem-solving

How Beverly likes to have fun:

By trying to convince my husband that I’m always right. Spending time with "Framily"... Friends + family, get it. My weekend usually consists of some antiquing…my grandma bought it… mom threw it away…I bought it back later. ❤️ some fun in the sun and exploring ocean life. I fear no power tool or a broken fingernail. I enjoy building things with my hands, beautifying my home and yard. Last but not least I like to end my busy day by sampling a nice glass of Cabernet.

We wanted to find out a little more about what she believes makes G4 different and why she loves working here:  

G4 has a..."the employees make our company what it is attitude." They believe in each us, appreciate each of us, trust each of us, are there for each of us and do not hesitate to express it. Really what's not to love. We are a working family!