When a designer has already shattered local price records, the next project carries extra weight. Shane Kennedy, the creative force behind Maitland’s landmark $10.3 million sale, is putting the finishing touches on a new lakefront property that could reset expectations again in southwest Orlando.
The main living area features a book-matched marble fireplace wall, custom wood millwork and a central island with direct views of Lake Tibet-Butler.
A dark veined stone bar with brass fixtures, hardwood floors and custom wood paneling frame the lake views.
Designer behind Maitland’s record $10.3M sale nears completion of a $7M lakefront home on the Butler Chain of Lakes in Orlando’s gated Bay Point.
Every finish here was chosen to feel timeless, not trendy. Because our own construction teams build what we design, nothing is lost between the drawing and the finished home.”— Shane Kennedy
ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The final stage of a complete luxury overhaul is underway at 9117 Bay Point Drive, where Shane Kennedy — the designer behind the record-breaking 570 Manor Road sale in Maitland and a partner at Prestige Florida Property Investments — is transforming a waterfront property from the ground up. The residence is positioned on the Butler Chain of Lakes, within the guard-gated Bay Point community in the Bay Hill section of southwest Orlando.
Kennedy has built a reputation for forward-thinking design that pairs classic luxury elements with modern technology, producing homes that balance beauty with everyday functionality. His portfolio spans some of the region’s most exclusive neighborhoods, from Isleworth to Winter Park and Windermere. His renovation of 570 Manor Road closed in 2024 for $10.3 million, establishing a new per-square-foot benchmark for the area.
The Bay Point project began with a 1981 waterfront structure that Kennedy stripped down to the slab, rebuilding it entirely to contemporary luxury specifications. Current finishing touches include frameless glass railings and shower enclosures, custom mirrors, a wine bar, integrated smart home systems and a full landscaping overhaul.
“Every finish here was chosen to feel timeless, not trendy,” said Shane Kennedy. “Because our own construction teams build what we design, nothing is lost between the drawing and the finished home.”
The location is as compelling as the architecture. Bay Point is a guard-gated enclave of roughly 40 homes lining Lake Tibet-Butler, where lakefront lots rarely become available. The property spans about one-third of an acre and features a boathouse and covered dock, offering direct access to one of Central Florida’s most desirable chains of lakes. Dr. Phillips, downtown Orlando and the I-Drive tourism corridor are all just minutes away.
Alex Reece, a partner at Prestige Florida Property Investments, said: “Working with Shane is one of the things I enjoy most about this project. He cares about every detail, he is easy to collaborate with and he sees what a home can become long before the rest of us do. Shane is the best designer in Central Florida and maybe even in all of Florida.”
Completion is expected in one week. The home will be offered for sale at $7 million.
About Shane Kennedy
Shane Kennedy is a designer from Orlando, Florida, with an exceptional talent for combining timeless elegance with modern technology. His designs have transformed numerous properties into luxurious homes, setting new standards for quality and sophistication in the real estate market. For more information about Shane Kennedy’s home designs, please contact Prestige Florida Property Investments at 407-988-3397.
About Prestige Florida Property Investments
Prestige Florida Property Investments, LLC is a real estate development firm located in Orlando, Florida, specializing in luxury home and commercial building across Central Florida. For more information, contact Prestige Florida Property Investments at 407-988-3397.
Dawn Oldroyd
The Phoenix Property Group
Why it matters: This project signals that Central Florida’s luxury market continues to command premium pricing, especially in scarce waterfront settings like Bay Point. Kennedy’s track record suggests this $7 million listing could draw serious attention from buyers seeking turnkey, high-end lakefront living in a gated community near major employment and tourism hubs.
