Prince of Tides
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On a sandy cul-de-sac in Stinson Beach, California, architects Matthew Peek and Renata Ancona built an elevated modern structure beside a modest 1940s bungalow.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
From his perch Dwares can enjoy a glass of wine while gazing at the ocean.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
The eastern side offers an equally mesmerizing view of Mount Tamalpais, which is lush with foliage throughout the year.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
With almost as much area dedicated to decks as to interiors, Peter Dwares’s house is truly made for outdoor enjoyment.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
Floor-to-ceiling windows in the bedroom create the sensation of being outside, as if the entire house is one platform deck strategically shielded from the elements.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
The bed folds vertically into the wall to open up the living space for lounging or entertaining.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
Even the bathroom features narrow ocean views.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
The steel stairwell that connects the garden-level patio with the new living space performs double duty as an anchor attached to the foundation.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
The cantilevered entry court assists with the reinforcement by securing the building’s weight seaward.Photo by: Mathew Scott -
Concrete pillars are key in the event of a tidal wave.Photo by: Mathew Scott
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