Perla Lichi finishes castle makeover in Wellington

Perla Lichi Design completed a two-year transformation of an unfinished Irish-inspired castle on a five-acre estate in Wellington, Florida. The project blends European design references, seven gemstone-themed suites and modern living spaces inside a home built around a distinctive historic-style shell.

Why it matters: - The project shows how an unfinished, historically inspired structure can be adapted for full-time private living without losing its architectural identity. - The castle pairs ornate European styling with contemporary kitchens, baths, entertainment areas and outdoor amenities. - The design uses a room-by-room theme to keep a large estate visually coherent while giving each suite its own identity.

What happened: - Perla Lichi Design completed the interior transformation of the Castle at Wellington, an Irish-inspired private residence on a five-acre estate in South Florida. - The design and implementation process took more than two years. - The project converted an unfinished castle structure into a functioning residence. - The owner had previously worked with Perla Lichi more than 20 years ago on a private residence.

The details: - The home was originally conceived with inspiration from Lohort Castle in Ireland. - The interior design draws from Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Gothic and Neoclassical references. - Those influences appear in ceiling treatments, decorative moldings, furnishings, lighting and commissioned artwork. - The material palette includes marble flooring, glass mosaics, mother-of-pearl details, custom millwork, Venetian mirrors and decorative textiles. - Commissioned artwork and selected furnishings were tailored to individual rooms rather than used as a uniform set. - Ceilings feature beams, coffers, painted surfaces and integrated lighting. - European artists contributed decorative painting and fresco-inspired work. - The grand salon uses painted ceiling surfaces and wood beams to connect the structure with the room’s furnishings. - Design work also covered lighting placement, cabinetry integration and equipment concealment. - Modern appliances, lighting systems and entertainment areas were integrated into the castle’s traditional architectural language. - The formal dining room seats 30 people around a custom banquet arrangement made from four tables. - Decorative inlays and mosaic details connect the dining furniture to the room’s finishes. - The club room uses Gothic elements. - The family room draws on Renaissance forms and finishes. - The home theater combines contemporary viewing functions with classical decorative details. - Circulation galleries feature mirrors, chandeliers and columns with pearl-related ornamentation. - The kitchen uses contemporary appliances within cabinetry designed to match the surrounding architecture. - The Grand Piazza and resort-style pool sit at the center of the outdoor plan and are visible from several principal rooms and suites. - A large custom mosaic wall serves as a focal point and includes illumination for evening use. - Landscaping includes formal garden areas and tall European-style trees.

Between the lines: - The project reflects a broader design strategy that treats historical references as a framework, not a museum-style recreation. - The gemstone concept gives a large property a clear organizing system, which helps prevent the interiors from feeling disconnected. - The mix of ornate detailing and modern function suggests the estate was designed as both a showpiece and a livable home. - The privacy of the exact address reinforces the property’s role as a private residence rather than a public attraction.

What's next: - The finished estate now operates as a private residence with the castle shell, interiors and outdoor entertaining areas fully coordinated. - Perla Lichi Design will continue to take on luxury residential and specialty interior projects in the United States and internationally.

The bottom line: - The Wellington castle is now a fully finished home that pairs European-inspired spectacle with modern residential use.