Coastal Modern Home

The design challenge was the optimization of a restrictive building envelope to provide high-utility residential functions without the spatial excess typical of the region. We utilized a split-level subterranean program to isolate the high-traffic mechanical and vehicular zones from the primary living quarters. By stacking the private functions over a reinforced concrete garage plinth, we achieved a functional density that maintains a small footprint while providing a comprehensive suite of amenities usually reserved for larger estates.
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The residence is a study in efficient vertical circulation. The lower level is dedicated to utility, housing a two-car garage, secondary bathroom, and a flexible media lounge. This separation ensures that the upper level remains a pristine environment for rest and sustenance.
The upper floor plan adheres to a “triple-bay” logic: a central social core flanked by a primary suite on one side and secondary guest quarters on the other. The primary suite is strategically distanced from the kitchen to maximize acoustic privacy. A critical design feature is the elevated timber deck, which serves as a literal extension of the dining area, effectively doubling the usable social space during temperate weather.
Specifications & Materiality

Component

Material / Detail

Functional Intent

Roofing

Standing-seam light gray metal

High solar reflectance and long-term durability in tropical conditions.

Exterior Accents

Horizontal warm-toned wood cladding

Softens the white stucco massing and articulates specific programmatic volumes.

Living Surface

Continuous wide-plank engineered hardwood

Visual continuity to expand the perception of limited interior square footage.

Culinary Hub

Quartz-topped island with integrated breakfast bar

Multipurpose surface for prep, dining, and social interaction.

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