A comfortable and relaxing beach house called Rockledge Residence, set against the picturesque landscape of their California beach landscape, was designed and created for a family and their guests. The companies in charge were the architects of Horst Architects in collaboration with interior design firm Aria Design.
The two-storey, white walled and concrete structure is located in the mild coastal climate of Laguna Beach in California. The interior and exterior spaces are merged together through the overall structure of the house, with interconnecting spaces that lead outdoors. The structure is composed of the main residence area with an outdoor terrace and a guest house, which is detached from the main building.
The interior space features panoramic views of the beach below that allows for natural daylight to flow into the inner space. The ground level consists of the main living areas including the kitchen, the living room and the dining room; while the second level is the master bedroom, complete with an en suite bathroom unit.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Coastal Concrete Homes
- There is an opportunity to design more private and intimate coastal homes using concrete materials like the Rockledge Residence.
- Indoor-outdoor Living Spaces
- There is an opportunity to merge indoor and outdoor living spaces to create more natural lighting and a seamless transition from inside to outside, similar to the Rockledge Residence.
- Guest Houses
- Including a detached guest house in the design of multifamily homes can provide added privacy and comfort for guests and potentially increase property value.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Architects can explore the use of concrete and the creation of indoor-outdoor living spaces in their designs, taking inspiration from the Rockledge Residence.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can collaborate with architects to create cohesive designs that merge indoor and outdoor spaces, similar to the design of the Rockledge Residence.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can consider including detached guest houses in their multi-family home designs to appeal to potential buyers seeking added privacy and convenience, as demonstrated by the Rockledge Residence.
