[1] In 1932, Robert Barbour, who owned a company that manufactured chemical dyes, asked James Rogers to design him a home.

The Barbour family frequently hosted community events at their house, including the Spanish Institute of Florida's annual party, giving it the name Casa Feliz in the 1960s.

Typical James Gamble Rogers II details include the majolica-tiled interior courtyard and fountain, arched doorways and a circular staircase.

The exterior of "Casa Feliz" and grounds feature original Spanish roof tiles and whitewashed bricks, a turret, a bell tower and a heavy timber balcony, lush landscaping, courtyards, oaks and native plants contained by clay amphoras.

[1] The Casa Feliz historic house museum has a permanent exhibit that focuses on the life and works of architect James Gamble Rogers II.