Coastal Provence

The decision was made to tear down the cottage and rebuild. Working closely with the client, we designed a home elevated off the ground to address flooding, ventilation, and bugs. 

We guided the client with our architectural expertise to achieve their desired vision and home.

We served as both the architect and interior designer, responding to the clients desire for small, intimate spaces with thoughtfully considered natural light. We expertly selected materials and colors that suited both a beach home and the clients eclectic but warm and comfortable style. 

This home is unique in that it offers individual spaces for everything, even within a confined lot size. The kitchen and dining areas are prominently positioned to offer views of the Gulf, and there is an outdoor screened room off the main dining area for additional seating. 

Multiple bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and Gulf view, along with a separate TV room that doubles as a daytime office, and a generously sized pantry and laundry room, provide ample space for a large family passionate about entertaining and cooking.

At the lower level, designed according to the flood regulations, is limited storage and outdoor activities. An offset pool is positioned partially in the shade so swimmers can enjoy both the sun and a reprieve of shade, while still looking out upon the sandy beaches into the beautiful blue-green water. The outdoor dining and seating area is completely shaded with a view of the Gulf. A separate garage stores bicycles and exercise equipment for the avid cyclist and doubles as an art studio.

Designing from start to finish, inside and out, from concrete pilings, to pool tiles, to an outdoor shower, and furniture selections, “Coastal Contemporary Chateau” is a warming and welcoming beach home.    

Most importantly, our client had a clear vision of the home she wanted. We worked closely with her vision and created a sustainable yet receiving and cozy beachfront home that became her canvas to make her own.