Is that a new Motel 6 on Jupiter Island? No, it’s Tiger Woods’ new crib!
Tags: Elin Nordegren, Jupiter Island, Tiger Woods
| Monday 9 November 2009 8:44 am
A cross between a discount motel and a beachside nursing home? Na ... it's Tiger Woods' home under construction on Jupiter Island. (Splash News/Special to Page2Live)
Elin Nordegren and Tiger Woods
Is it any wonder that golfer Tiger Woods had everybody building his Jupiter Island home sign a confidentiality agreement? I mean, look at this place! It’s a cross between a discount motel and a beachside nursing home! But hey, from what I’ve been told, Woods’ Swedish missus, Elin Nordegren, is calling the shots on this one. Woods bought four adjacent properties on the tony island for a Martin County-record $44.5 million in 2006. He then tore down the existing homes on the 12 acres, including a classic Bahamas-style manse. The new 9,700-square-foot home is split between the living quarters (right on the photo above) and a gym (left side). Both sides will be connected with a glass-covered walkway, according to the blueprints. Good thing the plans call for so much foliage around the house that few passers-by will be able to see it! For more photos, and the poll, look below or click
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How did Jose Lambiet get a job doing this when he’s so damned illiterate…..I couldn’t even finish trying to read this crap. I could do 100X better than this.
To what?: If your prose outpaces that of Lambiet’s by such a broad margin, why don’t you privy us to your abilities? I was able to finish reading his article with no difficulties. Perhaps you need to brush-up on your reading comprehension?
#2 - Try reading some of the “crap” by the other staff writers. He’s just following their lead - incapable of using spell check or proofreaders.
so did he graduate from a Florida high school?
Typical . . . has to out-bling the rich, snobby white folks and destroys a more natural balance even in an unnatural setting.
what is a tony island????
I’m not sure why the builders would have to be confidential; it’s obvious the whole thing came from Ikea.
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I would have to say that Elin is definetely calling the shots based on the architecture of this thing however I think once it’s completed and landscaping is done it’ll be much more appealing than how it looks currently.
Besides what are all you guys ticked off at Tiger for?
One of the best sports icons in History pouring money into our local construction economy– see the big picture people. What are there, 30 vehicles parked at that site? Think about that, thats 30 people with an income in a hard hit industry. Thumbs up from me!
Why does everyone care about if the house is ugly or not.. You dont have to live in it, he probably loves it… Plus he is building which is putting people outta work back into work… So ugly or not keep building please… AND for the comment on they black white thing… this is america and it is 2009… being racist aginst anyone black, white, gay, or green is just stupid so get over it. There are ignorant people in every single race there is.. why the heck cant anyone just get along with everyone… He doesnt help people in the ghetto because he WORKS HARD FOR HIMSELF LIKE EVERY SINGLE OTHER PERSON SHOULD. Yeah, golf isnt like a real job i guess but if its how you make your bread and butter its your job… People need to help themselves..
We’re very happy to have him in our neighborhood. His house is his business and it looks very expensive and shows good taste. Welcome Tiger and family, don’t pay any attention to the people that mat be jealous of you and your success. Have a Bugaroos Day!
Of course the wife is in charge of the project. It’s going to be her crib after the divorce. And yes, it is ugly. Did the blonde design the house? Poor Tiger couldn’t stay away from the gold diggers.
I have to say that this structure has no heart, no style. It reminds some people of a “Motel 6″ because of it’s minimalistic, commercial style.
The only people who should even care are the local residents and apparently they don’t!
Afterall,….having “the world’s greatest golfer” as your neighbor doesn’t exactly deminish the neighborhood!
Their money, their house, their lives, their business not mine.
Its bland with no sense of style, just like Tiger Woods. What else would you expect. Ian Poulter wouldn’t be caught dead in this piece of crap.
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He is also building his mommy a beautiful home in Jupiter, what a nice boy!
Get a look at the “summer home” NY Jeeter is building over in tampa for spring training. It’s bigger then the nearby Publix!
Please leave Mr. Woods and his New and beautiful house alone, Trust me if you had his money you would be building big house to… So stop hating!!
Ugly? You wanna see his ugly work then come to the Carolinas where the moron is building mountain ridge top golf communities called ‘The Cliffs’. These unnecessary communities are like Mt Top Coal Mines, destroying the order of the surrounding ecosystem! Karma is going to bite you in the ass Woods.
he’s making up for an extremely small appendage
It doesn’t look finished yet to me..Why all the outrage? What about Celine’s “Water Park” like it was said above at least someone is stimulating the Construction Industry.
Here we go again. Didn’t we just see this with Celine Dion’s new house? They are fortunate to be able to do this for their families & can provide an economic boost to our area & new housing construction (notice at least 2 dozen work trucks??). Obviously if there were confidentiality agreements & plenty of foliage to block from regular public (unless you have a zoom lens & helicopter), then he does not want this to be so public.
I like it. Definitely has a Swedish minimalist clean modern look. A welcome change from the faux Mediterranean style of every other building in south Florida.
Think about what good could have been done for Florida’s needy and the environment with the tens of millions of dollars wasted on that project by an over-indulgent gold-digger.
any chance the post can get someone to proof read articles before they are posted.
Just leave the light on!
Looks like a tinker toy house, and completely out of touch with it’s environment, the land, the beach. And oh yes… the roof line is butt ugly cheap looking.
But what do you expect from an uneducated former Nanny? Class? A sense of place and beauty? One might ask the same of Tiger, who’s also lacking.
I agree with Procrastinator…. think about what good all that money could do to protect the environment he’s actually destroying instead … and lets not forget the other new wild extravagance soon to be built just down the road for another classless uneducated guy, Michael Jordan.
I don’t begrudge them their money, but they could do something worthwhile with their wealth, if any of them had a conscience.
Piggish and excessive.
With all the codes in this totalitarian regime I am sure even his garbage cans will have to be a certain color.
Kudo’s to Tiger. Enjoy and best wishes. What business is it of any one what the man builds. I am sure it is to code. The people on that island would not let it happen if not. Anyway, I am happy for the dude. I can only go abut 9 holes before I decide to drink beer instead of play. lol And I like it that way. lol
I have to say I’m not a fan of El Tigre,but, you people sound like a bunch of jealous cry babies..He has a hot wife,$$$$$$$ , and more style than any of you.. PURA VIDA EL TIGRE..Enjoy your new home ..
I’m astonished at the ignorant comments on this star’s house. Be thankful that a wealthy individual chose this area to build his home. I’m sure those who are disliking his house don’t have anything better in their own front yard. Don’t be hating because you can’t afford to build your dream home.
Tiger deserves to build whatever style of house he wants. You should ask yourself, do you work as hard as Tiger Woods? Or know anything that goes into being the #1 golfer in the world? Maybe if you worked as hard as he did and had as good of work ethic, you could build a mansion that big! He deserves it. And so does Michael Jordan for that matter.
Tiger donates millions to charities of his choice and helps those in need. He has full right to build whatever kind of home he wants to. I’m just thankful he chose to build here and didn’t listen to the ignorant attitudes of people writing in bad comments. So do you think all wealthy people should give all their money to charity and just live in trailers? Something tells me I think you’d STILL find something to complain about.
You have serious issues if you’d rather have him not build the house and have all those people out of work. I welcome Tiger and other wealthy people to come to the area and build homes which provide jobs for our locals and bring money into our local economy.
This looks very Scandanavian. Isn’t Tiger’s wife from that neck of the woods?
Almost 100% of what the Palm Beach Post publishes is printed on the fly–the writer’s can’t write and maybe the editors can edit but they don’t get the chance when the stuff is submitted and published 30 seconds later.
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It is no surprize that his wife was in charge of that one, the Northern Europeans have a very practicle clean approach to architecture that is difficult to translate into larger structures without having an external ‘corporate’ or institutional quality. I think I would withold judgment on his wifes design vision until the interior is appointed. It appears that she has a good concept of light and expanse, so let’s wait until its done and the party is thrown.
I think they are a lovely young couple and congratulate them on their new home.
Remember kids, it’s your success and its your house, it doesn’t matter much what everyone else thinks of it, if it is your dream house, then Good for You!
Your wife is lovely Tiger and you did the right thing to let her have her home the way she wants it.
Good Man. I’m sure you’ll both be very happy there.
Congratulations.
I love the jealous comments about how they should be doing something ‘worthwhile’ with their money. Somehow I believe he has more than enough to build twenty of these homes - furnished. So, I’m sure he’s doing some very worthwhile things with his money that we don’t know about - nor do we need to know publicly. regarding the architecture…what is ‘real’ for Florida? every home I’ve been to that has Florida ‘architecture’ has styrofoam under stucco. Classy.
To all the D bags around here, orange barrel tile and phony coral accents are high style.
What if? If the house isn’t bad enough already, the bull shit posters on here- are. The house is ugly-just like an uneducated, gold diggen, here (in America) on a six month visa nanny. Geezus these people are a class-less bunch of morons, Barf!!!
I must be blind, for I see no grammatical errors. It’s early in the morning, so forgive me. Would someone please list one or two “illiteracies” for me? Oblige an old man. Thanks.
To floridafinn: “tony” is derived from “tone.” It means high-toned or opulent (or other synonyms to suggest excessively elegant).
To proof reader: the word is “proofread.”
People are jealous, if you had Tiger’s money and fame would you build the house you wanted. The people complaining are the ones who have nothing. I am unemployed, but am glad Tiger is putting some locals to work, after all he could buy an island somewhere if he wanted to. Here Here Tiger!
Wiki Demographics for the Island
“94.35% White, 1.29% African American, 0.16% Asian, 2.42% from other races, and 1.77″
It’s nice to see the Woods bring some diversity to the Island.
I would imagine that after it is finished it will look better. Why not a traditional beach house on this beautiful landscape? If you are going to build a split level complex, why not a high rise or something like they build in Saudi Arabia? Who knows, but it is certainly interesting -to say the least. Enjoy your compound!
Does a broken egg look anything like a chicken?? Why not be (idiotically) judgmental after it’s done?
I’ve been building my dream house for nearly two years and it still looks nothing like it will when finished.
What he does with his money is his business. You will never get to see anything from the street anyway.
mighty tim tom, maybe you should think about your comments. not sure there is a word for that….oh there is and you are.
#10, not liking gay individuals isn’t being a racist, gay isn’t a race. wow you also bring a tear to my eye with the Rodney King type comments.
Get a grip people, its his money, his wife, his property. I’m sure some of you would’nt want to be forced to live in a Motel 6/Gym.Right!!!
That used to be a beautiful piece of property with a wooden Bahamas style villa and a great guest house on the intercoastal. It’s all gone now. She really has zero taste if it’s her call.
Not the pretty or lavish home from the outside but it’s probably what’s inside that is appealing to the famous couple. Tiger is so bombarded by the media, at least this is a place where he can find refuge with his family.
More power to you Tiger! I love the fact that this upsets all the racists!! You can be my neighbor any time.
you never judge a book by its cover. Tiger’s house will definitely be high tech and everything will be state-of-the-art on the inside.
Tiger cah have u arreasted 4 dat its called DISCRIMINATION so dont be hattein om Tiger he has more money than u will make in a LIFE TIME
I’m w/Slim Pickens. TW and E are feeding 30 families, Jupiter Island gets a residence that won’t blow away, it looks like, in ANY hurricane, and I’ll be the interior is going to be awesomely stunning. Plus, there’s plenty of extra room for a golf academy in that back yard! Florida should thank TW for banking with them.
sometimes functional makes up for some of the beauty
Hey, all you local whiners. How about all these rich folks leave you and your obtrusive and racial comments behind and move somewhere else? Will you then whiner that they arent spending their money and paying their property taxes in your community? And who the hell are any of you to ridicule his home. If he and his wife think your 150,000 mobile home is tastless and tacky and an eye-sore are you going to reconsider your sense of style or wonder “who the f are you?” Mind your own business and get a less worthless life. Not sure if thats possible. But at least try.
That house has no character. Not surprised, considering the owner. Tiger is a class A prik.
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Huh?! I may be a big Tiggy & modernism fan, but the home almost resembles a compound for a religious cult, given the enclosure around the almost white-painted structure from the aerial view. Anyone entering his place might be converted into a faith-based member not to speak to the media or gossip circles on details. But I give praise to the world’s #1 athlete on the location where he’s intending to live with his famous neighbors & to conduct his business dealings as well as strategic tournament play.
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For crying out loud, the work is not half-way done, yet folks can’t keep themselves from passing criticism … I’m sure he had to pull building permits and get aspects such as color, design and “look” approved by the local board and community. While my personal taste might be different, who has the right to say what is “best”? I’m sure many looked at Picaso’s works and called them junk. Art is personal and it is their money; let them spend it as they chose. He earned every penny of it. And let’s wait until the plants are put in! Even gorgeous houses look awful in the midst of construction. I’m sure this will be a beautiful place when done. I hope Elin, Tiger and the kids enjoy it for as long as they wish.
Tiger is buying Jupiter island….so he is the master of his domain.
It is his money, he can spend it how he wishes. Tiger and his family will be missed in the Orlando area when they move.
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Let TW come to South Africa, we will welcome him and his beautiful home anytime if you all don’t want him.
Instead of being bigots and haters some bloggers should do their research and find out the following:
By the way, if the writer had done his research, he would have found out that one of the homes was destroyed by lightening.
1) Many university/college kids work as nannies to pay for their schooling. They are not nannies for life and even if they are, nannies are important in children’s lives so I am sure she is a great mother.
2) Elin is from an upper class family in Sweden (her mother was a member of parliament there - her father happens to be a Journalist. Her sister is currently finishing up her university studeies.) So talk about class.
3) Tiger was not from a wealthy family but he was brought up well. He did well in school and was accepted to Stanford on the merits of his education - not just because he was a golf phenom.
4) So far Tiger is not divorced (ane even some legendary golfers have walked down the Isle several times) - so what is this I hear about class?
5) What do some of you know about architecture. Perhaps the writer should do a bit more research and enlighten us?
6) Many should learn to not always judge a book by its cover.
7) Its his money and as long as his wife is happy with the house, he will be happy with his gym. To each his/her own.
9) Anyone who has been living in the dark need to go to http://www.tigerwoods.com and read about Tiger’s charitable endeavours from which he donates his own personal money every year. One e.g., hes wins from the Chevron Challenge and AT&T Natonal goes to the Foundation. He also matched with his own funds, monies donated in his father’s name to fund scholarships each year for students going to colleges/universities.
So people, before you comment, please learn to READ.
Hello, Wheather we would like it or not, we get to decide how we want something. Maybe it should fit the
style in the area to some degree but untimately let each of us make up our own mind and say, GREAT good for you. You don’t have to like someone to really be nice to them, you do it for yourself to be KIND.
Get a life! None of us will ever see more than a shot taken from the air…so, why do you care? And, when it is landscaped,less of this home will be seen from a land perspective.
Jose Lambiet… are you kidding me? You couldn’t afford the front door of Tiger’s house and you’re going to call it a “Motel 6″? Hahahahaha… I’m sure Tiger would be much better off living in his mom’s basement, just like you. As for the rest of you jealous losers, if bashing Tiger’s house makes you feel better about your pathetic lives, feel free. He’s laughing all the way to the bank and you couldn’t even be his butler/maid.
I’D TAKE IT.Sounds like everyone else is just in envy.
Let’s be honest… He may be a very talents golfer and his wife may be stunning and attractive, but between them, they do not have a single drop of design sensibility. They will probably tear it down within a few years and just sell it as a formerly owned Tiger Woods property. There are suckers that will buy anything formerly owned by a star athlete or well-recognized celebrity.
Time will tell. We will certainly keep our eye out for it. As your commentors have shared, it is not likely we would ever represent this property. It is not up to our standard.
Thank you for the privilege of our comment.
First, it is not complete, so let’s give the guy a break. Second it is his house, not Mrs Reed’s; if she was here he’d get a sweater..Time to move on.
Welcome to Martin County Tiger, we love ya!!
His wife is Swedish. Their style is very simple and boxie…look at IKEA…besides IT IS THEIR HOME!
you people are unbelieveable …
the “F” house isn’t even completed and your already “Bitching” about it.
And the “F” cars are the Construction workers cars you “F” Morons ! Jesus Christ ! what a bunch of “F” idiots you are……
and, IT’S NOT YOUR “F” HOUSE, Bitch ! Shut the “F” up !
STOP “F” whining ! God DAmit !
If that is what they want, so be it, whether Jupiter Island like it or not, tiger and his family love it, as it is a reminder of who she is and where she was raised and keeps her and family close to her family.
its fine leave the man be …..its his thats the trouble with with alot of people that have less always bitching about ones who got more Move on who cares its his PERIOD
Have to say, it looks very sterile for a home. Reminds me of a business park complex in Silicon Valley.
So it looks like a giant Motel 6 - what’s it to ya?
Do you have to live in it? No! It’s HIS home - HIS money - HIS choice.
Besides, maybe he’s looking waaaay ahead — if it looks like a MOTEL, maybe that’s what he can turn it into in the future. Ocean front vacation motel — affordable rates? We’ll leave the light on for ya!
I read where the up-to-date vision for Tiger’s property will contain the main house, guest house, gym , boathouse, tennis court, basketball court, a three-car garage (small by rich people’s standards) and a small golf course. Nothing too extraordinatry in my mind for one of much (well-earned and deserved wealth). Seems very down-to-earth to me by today’s standards.