This modern shingle-style home was beautifully reimagined by Kevin Browne Architecture, located in a small coastal neighborhood of Southern Maine. The owner’s property was originally developed with an existing home that was added on to over the years. The home was quite large, so architects were tasked with breaking up the rooflines to help the […]
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A soothing coastal Maine home in harmony with its wooded setting
This modern coastal home was designed by Kevin Browne Architecture, located on a serene wooded oceanfront property in Freeport, a town in Cumberland County, Maine. The site came with several positive qualities yet also presented some challenges with unique constraints, Restrictions included lot lines, the ocean, and a stream that intersects the property, the buildable area […]
A coastal dream home inspired by the views in Kennebunk, Maine
A family embarked on the journey of reimagining their house into a coastal dream home, commissioning Kennebunk River Architects for the task. This 3,484 square foot contemporary shingle-style dwelling is nestled on a coastal bluff with commanding ocean views on Lords Point in Kennebunk, Maine. The architect’s most significant challenge was contending with Shore Land […]
A 570 square foot steel cabin immersed in a beautiful Maine forest
This 570-square-foot Cor-Ten steel cabin was designed by Winkelman Architecture, located on the coast of Bar Harbor, Maine. The dwelling embraces the surrounding natural beauty with delicate respect for the site. Weathering beams spring from the rising ledge, gently carrying the cabin over boulders and mossy terrain. The cabin was devised to capture natural light patterns […]
Tour this beautiful coastal beach cottage on the island of Nantucket
Botticelli & Pohl in collaboration with Audrey Sterk Design have designed this coastal beach cottage situated in the quiet neighborhood of Quaise Pastures on the island of Nantucket, Massachusetts. Artfully modern, this house encompasses the serenity and beauty of the island. The interior is functional to the large family and reflects back their personal style and love of […]
This inviting home captures the best of coastal living in Corona Del Mar
Brandon Architects in collaboration with Patterson Custom Homes designed this inviting coastal contemporary home located on the Flower Streets of Corona Del Mar, California. Encompassing 3,253 square feet of living space, this dwelling was created to maximize indoor-outdoor living with a welcoming environment and an open concept flow. Boasting two courtyards, three private balconies and two […]
Step inside this absolutely fabulous getaway house in coastal Maine
This shingle-style getaway house was designed by Brooks & Falotico Associates in collaboration with Chauncey Boothby Interiors, located in the low-key coastal community of Kennebunk, Maine. A New England beachfront classic, this dwelling features gabled dormers, stone chimneys, and a series of porches that cascade from the top to the bottom of the two-and-a-half-story structure. The architects […]
Tour this fresh and inviting home with a west coast vibe in New Jersey
This fabulous family home with a west coast vibe was built by its owners, husband/wife general contractor/interior designer Mike Mroz and Ellie Mroz, located in Westfield, New Jersey. Avid travelers and beach-seekers, the duo brought their love of the West Coast lifestyle to life in this new home imbued with classic materials, clean, fresh lines, […]
A multi-generational beach house in Australia with tranquil seaside views
Auhaus Architecture has designed this spectacular modern beach house located in Ocean Grove, a seaside town in Victoria, Australia. This newly constructed 4,700 square foot, four-bedroom dwelling boasts waterfront views stretching from Portsea through to Lorne. The design wraps around the site, enclosing an elevated, tiered central courtyard and pool area with views straight through the house […]
Step inside this charming coastal oasis on James Island, South Carolina
Herlong Architects is responsible for the design of this stunning beach-style home located on James Island, a town in Charleston County, South Carolina. The original home on this site was outdated and when the new owners purchased the property, they had it removed. This sprawling location gave the architects plenty to consider, such as how they […]