THE PERFECT PARTNERSHIP
Building the Future Together
Two years ago, Peter Arner met a design/build team that had just relocated to St. Petersburg after many successful years in Southern California. Harper and Katherine Hug, of The Hug Co., were initially drawn to Compass’ modern aesthetic, focus on the intersection of technology and luxury, and the brokerage’s forward-thinking agents. That’s how they connected with Peter, who at the time was Tampa’s first and only Compass agent. Before making St. Petersburg home, Peter spent years on one of New York City’s top real estate teams, but eventually made his way to the Sunshine State, which he has wholly embraced. This sparked a collaboration and partnership that’s still going strong. Peter and The Hug Co. are making a mark on the region by developing and selling high-end waterfront homes with tasteful, coastal chic design and high-end European finishes. This kind of living is readily available in Beverly Hills or Miami, but not many Tampa-area teams are so deeply invested in this level of minimalist luxury. As an agent with extensive experience in luxury properties, Peter was a perfect match for The Hug Co. “I think they chose me because we share a keen eye for design and high-end finishes,” says Peter. “I understand their vision and product, and I know how to position and sell it.” As Tampa emerges from its real estate renaissance as a major Floridian metropolis, buyers are increasingly seeking out these properties, and Peter and the Hugs are perfectly positioned to deliver on their high expectations. Peter sold an early The Hug Co. collaboration – a Mid-century modern renovation at 5341 Siesta Court on Siesta Key. The home’s unique interiors and luxury fixtures stood out in the market and, within hours, nearly a dozen offers came in over asking price.
Right now, the team has several projects in motion, including an ultra-modern, 6,000-square-foot house on Treasure Island, a 10,000-square-foot home on 10 acres in Odessa, and a 6,000-square- foot house in the Redington Shores Yacht & Tennis Club. As the collaborators continue to make their mark across Tampa, there’s no doubt that theirs is a perfect partnership.
PETER ARNER 646.298.4962 peter.arner@compass.com
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