Layton’s Tide

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three different shots of a large white house
a living room filled with furniture and a kitchen
a kitchen with white cabinets and a center island
a kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor
a living room filled with furniture and a flat screen tv
a living room filled with furniture and lots of windows
a kitchen with white cabinets and wooden floors
a hallway with a wooden floor and a mirror on the wall
a bedroom with a bed and a balcony
two pictures of a bedroom with a bed and a shower
a black and white photo of a door and a kitchen
a woman in a white dress standing in a bedroom
a large bathroom with two sinks and a tub
a bathroom with marble walls and floors
a bathroom with a toilet, shower, and sink
two pictures of a kitchen and a living room
a dining room with a wooden table and chairs
a living room filled with furniture and lots of windows
a long hallway with black cabinets and shelves
a view of a living room, dining room, and kitchen from the entry way
a patio with white chairs and a fire pit
three different shots of a house with white furniture
a couple of houses that are next to each other

Nestled between structures on a tiny, narrow lot within a small coastal beach town, this new home replaces an existing, outdated cottage that stood in its place. Its name referencing the tidal floodwaters of the adjacent canal, the home is elevated high above the FEMA requirements to the town’s more restrictive flood guidelines which protect property, value and investment. A fresh, clean, modern design aesthetic combining West Coast & east Coast attributes was infused. The textures of East Coast shingle cladding in crisp white paired with dramatic modern black accents and contrasting warm linear stone, wood beams, and flooring yield a beach house that is bright, crisp, and warm at the same time. Numerous but harmonious coastal vibes & textures stray from the typical beachy cliché motifs and finishes, adding a West Coast influence. Bahama shutters for sun control lend an island vibe to the expansive waterfront entertaining area and bar, while cable railing both inside and out, and copious use of striking black, lend a modern edge. These textures and materials are articulated to have a timeless, not trendy appeal, while still displaying an innovative approach.    Vertically stacked and footprint maximized, the tall façade undulates with slight gymnastics dictated by the building envelope, creating an interesting site-driven stagger.  Dropped plate heights from which the upper gable emerges allow for a more interesting roofline. The mid-level main living areas enjoy bountiful natural light and commanding views of the waterway below, while the top-floor primary suite enjoys spectacular sunsets above the sea of rooftops beyond, an important owner’s request in this summer dream home that captures resort-like living.

Interiors: Gina Drago Design
Photography: Christy Kosnic Photography