
Martie Lieberman is a prominent real estate professional based in Sarasota, Florida, widely recognized as an expert in contemporary, mid-century modern, and unique architectural properties. She operates under the banner of Modern Sarasota (modernsarasota.com) and is affiliated with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, where she specializes in representing architecturally significant homes. Lieberman has built a reputation as the go-to person in Florida for buyers and sellers interested in modern and distinctive properties, leveraging her extensive network of over 3,500 architecture and design enthusiasts worldwide.
Beyond her real estate career, Lieberman is deeply involved in Sarasota’s architectural community. She founded the Sarasota Architectural Foundation and has been a key figure in promoting and preserving the region’s modern architectural heritage, particularly the Sarasota School of Architecture. In 2001, as President of the Fine Arts Society of Sarasota, she proposed and co-chaired "An American Legacy: The Sarasota School of Architecture Tour & Symposium," a highly acclaimed event that showcased the area’s mid-century modern legacy. Her efforts have earned her prestigious accolades, including the Bob Graham AIA Award from the Florida chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Lieberman’s expertise spans a wide range of properties, from waterfront estates to charming downtown bungalows, and she is known for her skill in sales and negotiations. She holds the Graduate, REALTOR® Institute designation and is a member of the Sarasota Association of REALTORS®. Her work also extends to educational and cultural contributions, such as leading tours of notable architectural works and inspiring international ventures like the London-based design-led real estate agency, The Modern House, as noted in a Financial Times article from 2019. Through Modern Sarasota, she continues to champion the intersection of architecture, design, and real estate on Florida’s west coast.
"Martie Lieberman is
the go-to person for contemporary, mid-century modern and unique architecture"