Distinctive Communities brings a unique combination of professional expertise, education, the innate talents of Steve Fiterman and David Sturdyvin to residential construction. With estate home and villa elevations reminiscent of Old World Italian villas, including architectural details such as barrel tiled roofs, arched windows, and stone accents, Steve Fiterman and David Sturdyvin have raised the Southwest Florida home builder industry standards to a new level.

Each home created by Distinctive Communities is built to the highest quality of standards and design. In their communities, gifted, devoted craftsmen use state-of-the-art materials and sound construction techniques. “Quality and attention to detail are the hallmark of our success,” states David Sturdyvin. The partners selected by Distinctive Communities have all attained the highest reputation for reliability in the Southwest Florida area. From financing to interior design, each partner follows the same commitment to customer satisfaction as Distinctive Communities.

When you choose to have Distinctive Communities build the home of your dreams, you will receive superior treatment from inception through completion. You will deal directly with the home builder and their architect to design an estate home or villa to fit your individual lifestyle. And, you will become an integral part of watching your dream become a reality. “Accommodating the customers to meet their individual needs and lifestyles has always been our focus,” states David Sturdyvin.

The sky is the limit for the features you can choose for your Distinctive Communities residence. All homes and villas include the following features

• Custom Designed Pool
• Automatic Irrigation System
• Volume Ceilings
• Kohler Plumbing Fixtures
• Dramatic Clerestory Windows
• European Closed Shelving
• Granite Kitchen Countertops
• Marble Bathroom Countertops
• Quick Recover Hot Water Heater
• Buildsmart Gold Energy Efficient Rating from FPL
• Multimedia, Satellite and Home Office Wiring Packages
• In-Home Communication System
• Complete Security and Entry System

As your family and friends lounge around your pool, overlooking lush tropical gardens, and enjoy the beautiful sunset while listening to the sounds of the native birds, you will feel satisfied knowing you have found your “distinctive” lifestyle with Distinctive Communities.

Artisan Associates, Inc.,
A privately owned and operated construction company founded in Naples, Florida in 1996, is the premier general contractor for Distinctive Communities, Incorporated. Selected for their superior craftsmanship, exceptional work history and knowledge of the local market, Artisan Associates is a valued partner.

Co-founders, David Sturdyvin and Ken Wells, share a successful background in the construction of luxury villas in Coco Bay and Grand Bay in Pelican Bay. Their commitment to build the highest quality luxury homes by using sound construction techniques and high standards for energy efficiency homes, has earned recognition and praise by the local building industry.

Artisan Associates constructs luxury homes throughout Southwest Florida in upscale communities such as Terrabella Pelican Marsh and Grand Isle in Pelican Marsh, Wild Orchid and da Vinci Estates in Olde Cypress, and Caprini in Miromar Lakes.

A graduate of Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, Sturdyvin is a Certified Public Accountant. Wells holds a City and Guilds of London Certification as an Advanced Carpenter/Joinery, a City and Guilds of London OND in Construction Management, and a Florida Certified Building Contractor's License.

Artisan Associates, Inc. are home builders located at 1845 Trade Center Way, Naples, Florida 34109. Telephone (239) 596-2966, Fax (239) 596-2977.