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Ocean Home 50: Our Top Coastal Architects of 2017

Our annual collection of Top 50 Coastal Architects includes some of the most innovative, influential, and prolific architects in the world like Richard Landry, Deborah Berke, and others profiled in this issue. So, if you’re dreaming to build a one-of... Read More >

5 Simple Takes on New Zealand Beach Houses

  It used to be that a New Zealand beach house, or bach, meant a fibrolite shack, probably built from salvaged materials. It had a tiny water tank that collected rainwater off the roof and tents on the lawn for extra visitors. All of th... Read More >

A Dream Vacation Home in Florida

  Joanna Goodman, Director of Interiors from Christopher Architecture and Interiors, worked long distance with a family from Little Rock, Arkansas, to create a legacy vacation home in Florida for their children and grandchildren for generati... Read More >

Tight Squeeze for a Modern Home

  At a slim 33 feet wide by 105 feet long, the site in the Sand Section of Manhattan Beach in Southern California posed a dilemma: how could someone possibly build an 8,000-square-foot home there for an active family of five, including three... Read More >

A Dash Of Interior Design Drama on Nantucket

  When interior designer Kathleen Hay met with the homeowners, the trio quickly discovered a singular vision for a major renovation of the couple’s oceanfront home on Nantucket: bring on the sand, sea, and sky and infuse the house with... Read More >

10 Ways to Incorporate Nautical Rope Decor

  Whoever said, “Give a man enough rope and he’ll hang himself” obviously never saw all of the wonderful ways you can incorporate rope into a home’s interior. Whether used in furniture or lighting, or in place of h... Read More >

6 Contemporary Coastal Style Ideas

Contemporary coastal style is defined by clean lines and natural materials and textures — so go bold but stick to simple lines and basic finishes. Create a neutral backdrop with smooth steel, timber and woven materials. Add interest with stateme... Read More >