Shore House

The kitchen almost blends into the background of the home, thanks to the all-over use of plywood across the cabinetry, appliances, and ceiling.

A screen can be lowered in front of the slider, turning the living space into a theater.

The screening room and living area is off the kitchen, and opens to the garden.

A few steps in a small hallway lead to the main living space and kitchen.

Even the windows can be concealed with custom plywood coverings.

Colter says that the banquette off the entryway is "Airstream-esque.

The owner and architect chose to outfit almost every aspect of the studio in Douglas fir plywood.

"One of Wash’s early films, 'Quinceañera,' had a gentrification subplot and had some scenes shot in the front house,

Floor plan of House on a Ridge by Barrett Made

The back deck features an outdoor shower designed by Scott. Made of stainless steel and brass components, it uses a garden watering nozzle for the shower and foot-wash heads.

"The house is designed to change with the family's needs and weather with the elements,

A wood stove by Stûv faces Mathias sofas from West Elm in the living area.

Family members have their own areas in the mudroom. Each is equipped with a hanging basket and a repurposed teak shower mat.

A breezeway complete with swings connects the front and back decks. “We knew we wanted a covered entry, but we left it open to create a larger outdoor space,” says Scott, who admits to occasionally using the swings himself. Mud guards are built into the Kebony decking to keep dirt from being tracked inside. The teak chairs are by Skagerak.

Built on a shale ridge with a 35-foot drop-off, Scott and Julie Pelletier’s house in Maine comprises a succession of simple gables.

Now available to rent on Airbnb, the revamped 1950s dwelling, known as The Surf Cabin, features airy interiors with laid-back vibes for a breezy weekend getaway.

Architect and surfer Kenichiro Iwakiri transformed a 40-year-old cottage into his own beach house in Shonan, Japan. This region, located south of Tokyo, is known for its surf spots.

An outdoor dining area connects with the living space on one side and a cowboy pool on the other.