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Noel Cross+ArchitectsFirmness . . .
Santa Cruz’s historically eclectic Pleasure Point neighborhood has been evolving in its own quirky way for almost a century, and many of its inhabitants seem to have been around just as long. They cling to the relaxed and funky seaside character of their beach community with an almost indignant provinciality. For both client and architect, neighborhood context became the singular focus of the design; to become the “poster child” for compatibility and sustainability. Dozens of photos were taken of the surrounding area as inspiration, with the goal of honoring the idiosyncratic, fine-grained character and informal scale of a neighborhood built over time.
A low, horizontal weathered ipe fence at the street keeps out surfer vans and neighborhood dogs, and a simple gate beckons visitors to stroll down the boardwalk which gently angles toward the front door. A rusted steel fire pit is the focus of this ground level courtyard, which is encircled by a curving cor-ten garden wall graced by a sweep of horse tail reeds and tufts of feather grass.
Extensive day-lighting throughout the home is achieved with high windows placed in all directions in all major rooms, resulting in an abundance of natural light throughout. The clients report having only to turning on lights at nightfall. Notable are the numerous passive solar design elements: careful attention to overhangs and shading devices at South- and West-facing glass to control heat gain, and passive ventilation via high windows in the tower elements, all are significant contributors to the structure’s energy efficiency.
Commodity . . .
Beautiful views of Monterey Bay and the lively local beach scene became the main drivers in plan and section. The upper floor was intentionally set back to preserve ocean views of the neighbor to the north. The surf obsessed clients wished to be able to see the “break” from their upper floor breakfast table perch, able to take a moment’s notice advantage of some killer waves. A tiny 4,500 s.f. lot and a desire to create a ground level courtyard for entertaining dictated the small footprint. A graceful curving cor-ten and stainless steel stair descends from the upper floor living areas, connecting them to a ground level “sanctuary”.
A small detached art studio/surfboard storage shack in the back yard fulfills functional requirements, and includes an outdoor shower for the post-surf hose down. Parking access off a back alley helps to preserve ground floor space, and allows in the southern sun on the view/courtyard side. A relaxed “bare foot beach house” feel is underscored by weathered oak floors, painted re-sawn wall finishes, and painted wood ceilings, which recall the cozy cabins that stood here at Breakers Beach for nearly a century.
Delight . . .
Commemorating the history of the property was a priority for the surfing couple. With that in mind, they created an artistic reproduction of the original sign that decorated the property for many decades as an homage to the “Cozy Cabins at Breakers Beach”, which now graces the foyer.
This casual assemblage of local vernacular architecture has been informed by the consistent scale and simple materials of nearby cottages, shacks, and bungalows. These influences were distilled down to a palette of board and batt, clapboard, and cedar shiplap, and synthesized with bolder forms that evoke images of nearby Capitola Wharf, beach lifeguard towers, and the client’s “surf shack” program requirements. The landscape design takes its cues from boardwalks, rusted steel fire rings, and native grasses, all of which firmly tie the building to its local beach community. The locals have embraced it as one of their own.
Architect - Noel Cross Architect
Landscape Architect - Christopher Yates
Interior Designer - Gina Viscusi-Elson
Lighting Designer - Vita Pehar Design
Contractor - The Conrado Company
Sarah SchmidtRestored beach house with board and batten siding
Idéer för ett litet maritimt trähus, med allt i ett plan
Idéer för ett litet maritimt trähus, med allt i ett plan
Classic CoastalCharming is the best way to describe this unique California Craftsman bungalow tucked away in Cape May. No detail went unnoticed.
Bild på ett maritimt hus
Bild på ett maritimt hus
Baine Contracting, Inc.Beautiful Bay Head New Jersey Home remodeled by Baine Contracting. Photography by Osprey Perspectives.
Inredning av ett maritimt stort oranget hus, med två våningar, sadeltak och tak i shingel
Inredning av ett maritimt stort oranget hus, med två våningar, sadeltak och tak i shingel
Kris Brigden Design Co., North Muskoka House Ltd.Sierra Building Group, Jeff Kansun
Maritim inredning av ett hus
Maritim inredning av ett hus
Aspect ArchitectureInredning av ett maritimt litet grått hus, med tre eller fler plan, fiberplattor i betong, halvvalmat sadeltak och tak i metall
Jill Neubauer ArchitectsSnug Harbor (Cape Cod)
Outdoor Shower
Builder: Village Restoration
Photography: Meredith Hunnibell
Idéer för små maritima hus
Idéer för små maritima hus
Archterra Design StudioThe elegant covered walkway outside the guest suite wraps around the courtyard and pool deck.
Inredning av ett maritimt hus
Inredning av ett maritimt hus
WooDesignRéalisation d'un bardage de façade en bois exotique Padouk en bord de mer.
Exempel på ett mellanstort maritimt brunt hus, med allt i ett plan och platt tak
Exempel på ett mellanstort maritimt brunt hus, med allt i ett plan och platt tak
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