Dreaming of a sunny beach near the Atlantic? How about moving into a house that mirrors the freedom of the ocean? We’ve spotted
the Sea project, a gorgeous two-storey beach house designed by
West Chin Architect.
Located in Long Beach, NY, USA, the 5,500 square foot property
overlooks the fickle waters of the Atlantic creating special soothing
atmosphere. Residents can enjoy spectacular sunsets and explore visually
the ocean’s shimmering shroud. The dwelling with a strong connection
with the outdoors is the first of its kind to be built
with environmentally conscious BBS wood structural panels from Austria.
“These
panels let a minimal floor slab thickness and substantial spans, and in
the exact same breadth supplies insulation value. The BBS acts as the
interior and / or exterior finishes in a lot of situations this was a
warm balance to the vast quantity of glass on the façade and the exposed
reinforced thermal concrete wall.” The coolest thing about these panels is that they are fireproof and have excellent sound-insulating properties.
Other
sustainable features include roof solar panels that place power back on
the grid during week days, when the house is not in use. Interior feels
airy and uncluttered, offering unobstructed views of the surrounding
site and encouraging inhabitants to make the utmost of their free time.
The living area comes with numerous terraces and lounge areas and can be
fully opened when needed, due to the large expanses of glass that
replace the walls. Living room is connected to the kitchen and dining
area and it accommodates a fireplace and a cement wall adorned with a
cute sculptural installation mounted over the stairwell.
