MODERN BEACH HOUSE

AB design studio created a distinctive beach front home that is sensitive to its surroundings while remaining respectfully low-key in both footprint and appearance. The project is designed to take full advantage of scenic beach views along the Pacific Coastline, while also maintaining a sense of privacy for the owners. This modern beach house takes in the ocean setting from luxurious living spaces set sensitively on this narrow strip of sand at land's end.

The home is distinctly modern in form, wrapped with soft, warm and inviting materials such as exterior wood, stone, tile and plaster. During the early process of developing the programmatic requirements for this home with our clients, it was established that the home must respond to the current needs of the environment and health of its users. The project strives for environmental sustainability. Green roofs, passive cooling, photovoltaic panels and warm floors result in a powerful home that is light on the grid. Large glass doors facing south open up the entire house to the ocean and Channel Island views beyond.

The large glass façades facing south not only provide views of the ocean and Channel Islands beyond but also create a seamless connection between the interior and exterior spaces. The transparency of the glass blurs the line between public and private areas, allowing natural light to flood the living spaces and creating a sense of openness and expansiveness. This indoor outdoor living design not only enhances the overall aesthetic of the modern beach house but also invites a constant dialogue between the beauty of the ocean front setting and the comfort of the home's interior.

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LOT SIZE	8,745 sf
PROJECT SIZE	3,525 sf
LOCATION	Montecito, CA
PRINCIPAL	Josh Blumer, AIA
PROJECT MANAGER	Eric Behr
DESIGN TEAM	Clay Aurell, AIA \| Joel Herrera \| Aramis Arciga \| Karmen Aurell \| Eric Behr \| Justin Killian \| Denise Rocha
GENERAL CONTRACTOR	Leonard Unander Associates, Inc.
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER	Taylor & Syfan
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER	JMPE
MECHANICAL ENGINEER	Mechanical Engineering Consultants
PHOTOGRAPHER	Jim Bartsch

Schematic render of planted rooftop of the building. Stair tower connects the garage and driveway to the main house that sits lower.

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