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flanking fixtures. A triple window
offers breathtaking oceans views
and floods the room with light. A
walk-in closet paneled with refinished
birch holds built-in drawers
and a small dressing area. Off the
bedroom, the master bath features
Formica Surell countertops from
Meyer Laminates and a raised
square bowl sink. A standing glass
shower occupies the corner.
Just off the bedroom, the landing at the top of the staircase
allows visitors to take advantage of the views of the secondstory
terrace while avoiding the master bedroom. The terrace
provides stunning views of the Atlantic. The cantilevered
lower deck rests below. Its sage green roof lattice, creates an
architectural buffer. The steel wire rails continue with ipe
wooden accents and details.
“Upstairs, having the view that never existed before has got
to be the best feature of the house,” Brown explains, “And
just creating that space where it never existed while preserving
some kind of character from the original house … and adding
the modern edge and bringing it up to date. It’s all simple
ideas and simple lines.”
Back on the ground level of the house, a hammock sways
next to outdoor changing areas and showers. A pine walkway
designed by Humphrey leads toward the beach. Brown
explains the low-key landscape that surrounds their beach
house, “We were not interested in having a manicured
remodels and renovations
Clockwise from far left:
Built-in bunk beds take
the space of a former
closet. Crisp lines
and a clean palette
contribute to the
modern master bath.
With spectacular ocean
views, the master
bedroom is filled
with natural light.
Humphrey designed
the built-in master bed
with flanking shelves.