--- title: The Founders Club Blog | Luxury Homes description: Luxury Homes | Sarasota’s premier golf and social club community, The Founders Club features a Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course and plenty of activities to foster camaraderie --- [![logo-text-left.png](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TFC/TFC-BLOG/images/logo-text-left.png?width=1204&name=logo-text-left.png "logo-text-left.png")](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/) [![FoundersLogoHor FLUSH LEFT.png](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FoundersLogoHor%20FLUSH%20LEFT.png?width=640&name=FoundersLogoHor%20FLUSH%20LEFT.png "FoundersLogoHor FLUSH LEFT.png")](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/) - [Lifestyle](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/lifestyle) - [Location](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/amenities/about-sarasota) - Homes - [Available Homes](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/available-homes) - [Builders](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/builders) - Gallery - [Photos](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/photo-galleries) - [Videos](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/video-gallery) - News - [Blog](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/) - [Latest News](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/News) - [Contact](https://www.thefoundersclub.com/have-a-question) ![No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hs-fs/hubfs/golf%20gallery/No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg?width=2000&name=No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg "No-Tee-Times-Required.jpg") # The Founders Club Blog - [News (117)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/news) - [Homes (113)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/homes) - [The Founders Club (100)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/the-founders-club) - [Lifestyle (87)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/lifestyle) - [London Bay Homes (73)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/topic/london-bay-homes) [![London_Bay_hr_DSC3920 750](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/London_Bay_hr_DSC3920%20750.jpeg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-to-expect-from-your-custom-home-building-process) ## [What to Expect From Your Custom Home Building Process](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-to-expect-from-your-custom-home-building-process) September 3, 2020 Building a home from the ground up should be an exciting process that allows you to express your personality and create a home that satisfies every aspect of your lifestyle.Once... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/what-to-expect-from-your-custom-home-building-process) [![GALLERY-Girona-Award.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/TFC/TFC-LP/images/GALLERY-Girona-Award.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/the-founders-club-communitys-luxury-model-homes-win-big-during-the-manatee-sarasota-bia-parade-of-homes) ## [The Founders Club Community’s Luxury Model Homes Win Big During the Manatee-Sarasota BIA Parade of Homes](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/the-founders-club-communitys-luxury-model-homes-win-big-during-the-manatee-sarasota-bia-parade-of-homes) March 15, 2018 Every year, The Founders Club is honored with awards during the [Manatee-Sarasota Building Industry Association](http://ms-bia.org)'s (MSBIA) Parade of Homes. A couple of years ago, we even received... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/the-founders-club-communitys-luxury-model-homes-win-big-during-the-manatee-sarasota-bia-parade-of-homes) [![Delfina at TFC 750X500](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/The%20open%20space%20of%20the%20Delfina%20home%20in%20Sarasota%20FL.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/gather-and-share-with-friends-in-the-delfina-home-in-sarasotas-exquisite-open-floor-plan) ## [Gather and Share with Friends in The Delfina Home in Sarasota’s Exquisite Open Floor Plan](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/gather-and-share-with-friends-in-the-delfina-home-in-sarasotas-exquisite-open-floor-plan) March 6, 2018 For a short while, entertaining guests in your home seemed to be an outgoing trend as more and more family and friends opted to dine out instead of being welcomed into someone’s... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/gather-and-share-with-friends-in-the-delfina-home-in-sarasotas-exquisite-open-floor-plan) [![The Girona is one of many models by London Bay Homes at The Founders Club-029086-edited](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/The%20Girona%20is%20one%20of%20many%20models%20by%20London%20Bay%20Homes%20at%20The%20Founders%20Club-029086-edited.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/luxury-homes-sarasota-find-beach-inspired-luxury-at-the-girona-by-london-bay-homes) ## [Luxury Homes Sarasota: Find Beach-Inspired Luxury at The Girona by London Bay Homes](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/luxury-homes-sarasota-find-beach-inspired-luxury-at-the-girona-by-london-bay-homes) January 9, 2018 When we think of Sarasota FL, we think of award-winning white sand beaches, a vibrant downtown area, a camaraderie unlike any we’ve seen, and gorgeous luxury homes that coincide... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/luxury-homes-sarasota-find-beach-inspired-luxury-at-the-girona-by-london-bay-homes) [![London Bay Homes President and CEO, Mark Wilson, is inducted in the 2017 Business Hall of Fame.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/London%20Bay%20Homes%20President%20and%20CEO%2c%20Mark%20Wilson%2c%20is%20inducted%20in%20the%202017%20Business%20Hall%20of%20Fame.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/sarasota-home-builder-london-bay-homes-celebrates-induction-into-2017-business-hall-of-fame) ## [Sarasota Home Builder London Bay Homes Celebrates Induction into 2017 Business Hall of Fame](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/sarasota-home-builder-london-bay-homes-celebrates-induction-into-2017-business-hall-of-fame) September 29, 2017 London Bay Homes at The Founders Club is happy to celebrate President and CEO Mark Wilson’s induction into the Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida’s 2017 Business Hall of... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/sarasota-home-builder-london-bay-homes-celebrates-induction-into-2017-business-hall-of-fame) [![London Bay Homes offers upfront commissions to Sarasota real estate agents..jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/London%20Bay%20Homes%20offers%20upfront%20commissions%20to%20Sarasota%20real%20estate%20agents..jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/london-bay-homes-and-the-founders-club-introduce-a-new-commission-structure-for-sarasota-real-estate-agents) ## [London Bay Homes and The Founders Club Introduce a New Commission Structure for Sarasota Real Estate Agents](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/london-bay-homes-and-the-founders-club-introduce-a-new-commission-structure-for-sarasota-real-estate-agents) June 13, 2017 London Bay Homes at The Founders Club has revealed details on their newest commission structure designed to help Sarasota real estate agents receive their commission up-front,... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/london-bay-homes-and-the-founders-club-introduce-a-new-commission-structure-for-sarasota-real-estate-agents) [![The Isabella Grande Model Home.jpeg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/The%20Isabella%20Grande%20Model%20Home.jpeg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/custom-homes-at-the-founders-club-by-london-bay-homes-your-home-your-way) ## [Custom Homes at The Founders Club  by London Bay Homes: Your Home, Your Way](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/custom-homes-at-the-founders-club-by-london-bay-homes-your-home-your-way) March 24, 2017 You dream it, and London Bay Homes will build it. [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/custom-homes-at-the-founders-club-by-london-bay-homes-your-home-your-way) [![Delfina - Best Curb Appeal.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Delfina%20-%20Best%20Curb%20Appeal.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/how-to-achieve-the-perfect-space-for-entertaining-with-the-delfina-at-the-founders-club-in-sarasota-fl) ## [Achieve the Perfect Space for Entertaining with the Delfina at The Founders Club in Sarasota, FL](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/how-to-achieve-the-perfect-space-for-entertaining-with-the-delfina-at-the-founders-club-in-sarasota-fl) March 1, 2017 The Delfina is a luxury new home for sale in The Founders Club with the perfect floor plan for entertaining guests, as well as an award-winning exterior and a beautiful interior... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/how-to-achieve-the-perfect-space-for-entertaining-with-the-delfina-at-the-founders-club-in-sarasota-fl) [![TFC Oak Tree.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/TFC%20Oak%20Tree.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/pro-tips-fall-design-trends-to-revive-your-home-in-sarasota) ## [Pro Tips: Fall Design Trends to Revive Your Home in Sarasota](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/pro-tips-fall-design-trends-to-revive-your-home-in-sarasota) September 15, 2016 Pumpkin spice lattes are everywhere and we are starting to get some fresh breezes sweeping through Southwest Florida, both surefire signs that fall in Florida is on its way. We... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/pro-tips-fall-design-trends-to-revive-your-home-in-sarasota) [![Girona at TFC-2.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Girona%20at%20TFC-2.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/how-to-winterize-your-home-before-heading-south) ## [How to Winterize Your Home Before Heading South](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/how-to-winterize-your-home-before-heading-south) October 6, 2015 The leaves are falling and the beach is calling. Yep, it’s time to start your trek back to the Sunshine State for a winter without the need to shovel snow or wear long johns.... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/how-to-winterize-your-home-before-heading-south) [![Isabella Two Story 2.jpg](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Isabella%20Two%20Story%202.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/featured-model-design-the-isabella-two-story-takes-luxury-design-to-new-heights) ## [Featured Model Design: The Isabella Two-Story Takes Luxury Design to New Heights](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/featured-model-design-the-isabella-two-story-takes-luxury-design-to-new-heights) June 23, 2015 As is true in most places, Sarasota real estate trends have shifted in the past year or so with more clients [opting to go big](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/higher-end-models-returning-to-the-founders-club/) when it comes to their dream homes. More square... [Read More](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/featured-model-design-the-isabella-two-story-takes-luxury-design-to-new-heights) [![](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/LIVING-SUNSET.jpg)](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/meet-the-designer-an-interview-with-senior-interior-designer-melissa-allen) ## [Meet the Designer: An Interview with Senior Interior Designer Melissa Allen](https://blog.thefoundersclub.com/meet-the-designer-an-interview-with-senior-interior-designer-melissa-allen) August 21, 2014 A masterfully designed home is the perfect complement to the elegance of The Founders Club. And at London Bay Homes, we are committed to building the finest luxury homes in... 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