Feldman Architecture designed this beach house refuge that brings a polished bohemian feel right up to the edge of one of the best surf breaks in Santa Cruz, California. The homeowners were well-versed on the nuances of the site and dreamt of a home that fit naturally and sustainably into its beachy, eclectic locale. Subject to a […]
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Tour a charming shingle-style beach house on Coronado Island, California
Inspired by the bungalows of old Coronado, this shingle-style beach house was designed by Ward Jewell Architect, located on Coronado Island, a small piece of land directly off San Diego, California. This home was originally designed as a vacation hideaway for owners with a passion for collecting decorative folk art. The architect focused the design on […]
A breezy sustainable beach house perched on the idyllic Maui coastline
Designed by Walker Warner Architects, this sustainable beach house is perched on the edge of Makena Beach, one of the most popular shorelines in Maui, Hawaii. Maximizing natural light, this two-story dwelling soaks in the breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean through expansive windows and terraces. Encompassing 9,007 square feet of living space, this […]
This fantastic Australian beach house blurs the indoor outdoor boundaries
This Australian beach house was designed by Olson Kundig Architects, nestled in the sand dunes of Bilgola Beach on the northern coast of Sydney. Passing through palm trees and Norfolk Pines, the site’s entrance leads through the solid volumes of the home’s main and guest wings. Upon approaching the front door, the view opens up to […]
Tour this spectacular traditional waterfront dream home on Harbor Island
This traditional waterfront dream home was designed by Brandon Architects with interiors by Details A Design Firm, located on Harbor Island, a small artificial island in Newport Beach, California. The home’s three levels are immediately celebrated upon entrance with a triple-height foyer, almost thirty feet tall. Boasting just over 8,200 square feet of living space, this […]
Refreshing coastal home envisioned for entertaining in Corona Del Mar
This refreshing coastal home conceived, constructed, and created by Brandon Architects and Patterson Custom Homes is located in the desirable Harbor View Hills community of Corona Del Mar, California. A carefully considered open floor plan, an abundance of living spaces, and breathtaking canyon views characterize this home. At 5,293 square feet, this stunning four-bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom property boasts an airy […]
A beach house hideaway immersed in the Costa Rican jungle
Studio Saxe has designed this tropical beach house hideaway located in Santa Teresa, a picturesque beachside town in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. A jungle experience has been integrated into the house while framing views of the ocean. A series of structures with overlapping rooflines invite nature inside. By breaking up this home’s mass and creating an […]
Beach house estate in Bridgehampton inspires indoor-outdoor living
This stunning modern beach house estate was designed by Kevin O’Sullivan + Associates, located in Bridgehampton, a hamlet on the South Fork of Suffolk County, New York. The entrance into the main house is accessed through a planted forecourt. The exterior facade features Indiana limestone walls and a natural mahogany rain screen with deep-set Fleetwood […]
Timeless shingle style home with glorious views of the Long Island Sound
This timeless shingle-style home was designed by Smiros & Smiros Architects, overlooking the Long Island Sound in Lloyd Harbor, New York. The story begins with a young couple and their three boys outgrowing a Manhattan apartment. They found an ideal location for their new home on the shores of the Long Island Sound, where the forest […]
Dream House Tour: A Hamptons beach house embraces shingle style
This inviting shingle style beach house was designed by Smiros & Smiros Architects, located in Quogue, a village in Suffolk County, New York. Encompassing 8,175 square feet of living space, this impressive waterfront home is the perfect retreat for summertime getaways, making lifetime memories with family and friends. Here is the architect’s statement about the design of […]








