fbpx

Beach House 61

Beach House 61 September 24, 2024 Dive into Style: Revamping Our Outdoor Pool Area
I’m so excited to share the details of our beach house backyard renovation! This project brings together modern elements with a beachy vibe, creating the perfect outdoor oasis for relaxation and entertaining. The foundation of the space is laid with large custom-made concrete pavers, separated by lush strips of moss grass. This combination creates a ...
Beach House 61 August 30, 2024 Boys Bunk Room
When it came time to design the boys' bunk room at the beach house, I knew I wanted to create a space that was not only functional for the boys but also filled with character, texture, and a touch of adventure. After all, this room had to stand up to all the fun that beach ...
Beach House 61 June 22, 2024 Rediscovering Surfboard Treasures
Hidden deep in a backyard jungle of overgrown bamboo at #beachhouse61_project, we stumbled upon two forgotten old, beat-up surfboards. Their neglected state hinted at years of abandonment. Despite their worn-out appearance, these surfboards carried a story, and we wanted them to remain a part of our beloved beach house project. At first, I thought about ...
Beach House 61 February 20, 2024 A Petite Powder Room With a Grand Impact
Today, I'm thrilled to share the journey of transforming the petite powder room at the beach house. Our canvas? A dated room with weathered walls and tired fixtures begging for a makeover. I knew that here, every element, from the choice of materials to the placement of accents, needed to be thoughtfully considered to weave ...
Beach House 61 January 7, 2024 An Earthy Primary Bathroom
Although this space isn't particularly large for a primary bathroom, this new and renovated room is undeniably remarkable. Throughout the construction process, we stuck to the existing plumbing layout but successfully increased the footprint of the bathroom by transforming a nearby small closet into a more expansive and comfortable shower. Keeping in line with the ...
Beach House 61 December 17, 2023 A Primary Bedroom for Simple Living
For the beach house project, I wanted to design a primary bedroom that was inviting and warm, but most importantly, I wanted to design a room with a primary focus on simple living. With minimal aesthetics in mind, my goal was to carefully create a simple but very elegant space to unwind and relax after ...
Beach House 61 Interior Design September 24, 2023 Beach House Kitchen Reveal
Rethinking a design plan can often be a daunting task, but it's during these challenging moments that we discover the potential for greatness. Such was the case when we set out to reimagine the kitchen design for our beach house. The journey brought unexpected twists, allowing us to break free from the initial constraints and ...
Beach House 61 September 3, 2023 The Thuma Bedroom
As we near the completion of our #beachhouse61_project, it is time to focus on bringing each room to life with carefully chosen furniture and decor. The goal is for all spaces to exude comfort and style, while also standing the test of time. To achieve this balance, I have partnered with Thuma to design one ...
Beach House 61 Design Tips August 27, 2023 How Wooden Slats Transformed the Beach House’s First Floor
In the design world, beauty, and functionality often intertwine to create remarkable solutions. The renovation of the first floor of a beach house project stands as a testament to this concept. The primary goal was to create an open, spacious floor plan for a large kitchen. While demolishing walls achieved the desired openness, it also ...
Beach House 61 August 5, 2023 Light it up!
When it comes to designing and decorating our living spaces, one aspect that often gets overlooked is the selection of light fixtures. I find that the right choice of light fixtures can make a significant difference in the overall aesthetic of any room. I am lining up all the pretty light fixtures I am installing ...
Beach House 61 July 17, 2023 Your Guide to Pool Design
I love to experiment with my own projects. When I design for myself there are no limitations. It's a time that I really try to embrace this passion I have for design and face my fears. If I am not sure how to achieve a look that I have envisioned in my head, I don't ...
Beach House 61 April 27, 2023 The Freakishly Good Tile Selection
I spent two months picking bathroom tiles for the beach house because, well, I may be a perfectionist. The hunt for these tiles has been exhausting. But the final selection is freakishly good, and I am definitely calling this process a win. Bathroom design is tricky, oh-so tricky. There are so many different elements to ...
Beach House 61 March 19, 2023 Beach House Kitchen Plan
I am designing the heart of the home. What a task! The kitchen over #beachhouse61_project is where we will likely gather around not once but at least a few dozen times throughout the day. Because the kitchen might be the most important room in any home, all design decisions must be carefully evaluated. The design ...
Beach House 61 November 19, 2022 Beach House Initial Plans
The initial plans for the beach house have been drafted, and I am working closely with my contractor as we order each item ahead of time to beat the current supply delays. The renovations have started, and I am anticipating that this plan may change some. But this is the initial idea. This plan is ...
Beach House 61 Design Services October 7, 2022 Beach House 61 Project
This project started with a conversation at the beach. A question that popped up announced. "hey, we should get a house for all of us at the beach?", "wouldn't that be nice?" It sure would, I thought. Although it sounded casual, my brother-in-law wasn't being spontaneous. It was a deliberate invitation to build a vacation ...
Load More