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Eco-conscious and energy-efficient, the structure’s heavily insulated walls and panels help the house approach passive energy standards. Exterior sliding shutters and deep overhangs contribute environmental benefits, as does the breeze wafting off the lake.

The petite hotel was built on the foundation of what formerly was a three-bedroom house. The striking exterior features a number of perforated panels made of glass reinforced concrete.

Composed of 220 aluminum "light shelves," the solar reflector screen is the focal point of the front façade. The home takes advantage of its Southern exposure, using the reflector screen to funnel sunlight and warmth deep into the interior space.

In the master bath, the architect managed to combine privacy and a view by adding a horizontal-line pattern to the glass wall.

Custom cut steel awning. The awning design uses the archetypal gable shape of the house and rotates it to create the perforated pattern

Stephen Yablon Architect added on a striking modern pavilion to a traditional beach house in Sullivan's Island, South Carolina. The ipe-wood louvered addition is only 15 and a half feet wide. Photo: Michael Moran.

Living so near the water the views, especially through these louvered windows, out to Maramaratotara Bay are spectacular.

Shane came to the project with a "lifetime of ideas," he says, although the prospect of taking on an entire property's renovation was daunting. He kept the kitchen simple and used drywall and oak for much of the detailing.

American white oak was used for the flooring throughout the house, including the sun-filled kitchen. A Brendan Ravenhill hangs above the sink, and a Wolf cooktop was installed opposite the island.

Full- height timber cabinetry and a white kitchen maintains the home's open, airy feel, while the loose furniture stays with the minimal approach

Audi’s orchid collection is displayed on custom Siosi shelving with an integrated ladder.

White oak rift-and-quartered cabinetry can be found throughout the home to provide ample storage, completed by Carey's Custom Woodworking.

Pental tiles surround the tub and line the shelf in the ensuite.

Schoolhouse Luna Cord pendant lights hang above the square island in the kitchen.