Coastal Curb Appeal
Designed by Union Studio Architecture & Community Design and built by Sweenor Builders, the 2017 TOH Idea House incorporates classic Shingle-style elements: gambrel roofs, a balcony, walls that curve into windows, a deep front porch—and, of course, wood shingle siding. The wraparound front porch not only evokes the traditional porches of Shingle-style houses, but is also designed a roomy 8 feet wide to allow for easy circulation and furniture placement.
Paint: Front door in Chinese Porcelain, Trim in Swirling Smoke by Olympic Paint
Siding: Eastern White Cedar Shingles by SBC Cedar, factory-finished in Seashell stain
Trim: Preservative Treated Primed Pine by LIFESPAN Solid Select
Lighting System: Wireless System with In-Wall Dimmers from Caseta by Lutron
Roof: Timberline Ultra HD in Charcoal by GAF
Windows: E-Series three-over-one windows in Watercolor Blue by Andersen Windows
Porch floor: AZEK® Porch Harvest Collection in Slate Gray
Chippendale Balcony Railing: custom-built with AZEK, by Walpole Woodworkers
House Wrap: Ice & Water Shield, Vycor Pro, and enV-S Barrier by GCP Applied Technology
Insulation: Closed-cell, Spray-foam Insulation by Icynene
Garage doors: Canyon Ridge Limited Edition Series Design 35 Doors by Clopay
Landscape: Matt Smith for Shalvey Bros. Landscape Inc.
Front Door Flourish
Satin brass hardware pops brightly against the deep blue of our front door, and classic industrial gooseneck lights cast a warm, welcoming glow.
Door: Craftsman Style Two-Panel, Three-Lite Door Style 6803 with Craftsman Style 6175 by Simpson Door Company
Paint: Front door in Chinese Porcelain, Trim in Swirling Smoke by Olympic Paint
Hardware: Davos Tubular Entry Handleset in Satin Brass by Emtek
Lighting: The Cherokee Uplight Gooseneck Lights by Barn Light Electric
Lighting System: Wireless System with In-Wall Dimmers from Caseta by Lutron
Planters: Solid Wood Chippendale Planter Box in Black by DMC Products, from hayneedle.com
Rug: Recife Stria Texture Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug in Champagne/Blue by Couristan, from hayneedle.com
House numbers: Verdigris Iron Numerals by Terrain
High-Performance Porch
The AZEK® Porch in on-trend Slate Gray is splinter-free, low maintenance, and extremely durable. This capped-polymer material resists mold, mildew, and moisture damage, making it a perfect choice for this coastal location.
Porch floor: AZEK® Porch Harvest Collection in Slate Gray
Front and Center
Quintessential wood porch rockers atop a colorful rug make a perfect place to sit a spell, wave to neighbors, or enjoy a cold iced tea on a summer eve.
Furnishings: Avondale Wood Rocking Chair Set and Avondale Wood Side Table by Belham Living, from hayneedle.com
Rug: Courtyard indoor/outdoor area rug by Safavieh, from hayneedle.com
Accessories: Outdoor Toss Pillows in Harbor by Coral Coast; Nanu Geo Rectangular Throw Pillows by Pillow Perfect, all from hayneedle.com
Porch ceiling: Preservative Treated Primed Pine by LIFESPAN® SOLID SELECT
Side Entrance Swing
A door in the dining room accesses the wraparound front porch and the comfortable swing for two.
Door: Exterior Thermal Sash Door Style 7504 by Simpson Door Company
Furnishings: Kimbro Lutyens Outdoor Porch Swing with Cushion and Brighton Beach Wood Planter with Trellis, from hayneedle.com
Seagull Shingle Art
At the mudroom entry off the front porch, seashell-colored stained shingles and light-gray capped-polymer porch flooring all set a beach-house tone. Check out the time-lapse video of this custom seagull cutout being created here!
Furnishings: Chippendale Recycled Plastic 4-ft. Bench by Polywood, from hayneedle.com
Shingle art: Seagull by Jeremie Cabaceiras, Master Craftsman, Sweenor Builders
Mudroom Entry Seating
A handsome bench at the mudroom door provides a place to shake the sand out of your shoes before you enter the house.
Furnishings: Chippendale Recycled Plastic 4-ft. Bench by Polywood and Small Butterfly Outdoor Throw Pillow by Mina Victory, from hayneedle.com
Garage Door Design
The oversized two-car garage is front and center, so showstopping doors were a “must-have”—and Clopay’s faux-wood carriage house doors fill the bill. Beautifully crafted, they are constructed to be energy-efficient, with a 2-inch-thick polyurethane foam-insulated core that provides a 20.4 R-Value, and built to withstand high winds; the larger door, accented with clerestory windows, allows easier access for oversize vehicles and watercraft.
Garage doors: Canyon Ridge Limited Edition Series Design 35 Doors by Clopay
Lighting: The Cherokee Uplight Gooseneck Lights by Barn Light Electric
Pavers: Treo Enduracolor Pavers NY Blend with accent ribbon in Copthorne Basalt by Unilock
A Backyard Built for Entertaining
Tucked into the back of the house, the bi-level deck and patio offer casual outdoor space that’s screened from neighbors and has plenty of room for entertaining a multitude of guests. Exterior doors lead out from the kitchen and the screened porch; their three-over-one cottage style echoes the windows and is consistent throughout the house.
Doors: 7504 Thermal Sash Doors by Simpson Door Company
Deck: Deck Harvest Collection in Island Oak by AZEK
Pavers: Thornbury Permeable Pavers in NY Blend with accent ribbon in Copthorne Basalt by Unilock
Trim: Preservative Treated Primed Pine by LIFESPAN® SOLID SELECT
Cozy Conversation Space
A comfortable conversation set placed around the fire pit entices guests to gather, even on the chilliest evenings.
Furnishings: Bellevue All-Weather Outdoor Wicker & Wood Sofa Sectional and All-Weather Resin Wood Adirondack Chairs in Gray by Belham Living, from hayneedle.com
Pavers: Thornbury Permeable Pavers in NY Blend with accent ribbon in Copthorne Basalt by Unilock
Accessories: Cleremont Wicker Rectangular Planter by Belham Living; Farmers Lantern Candleholders by IMAX; Urban Wave Short Planter by Syndicate Home & Garden; Outdoor Toss Pillows in Harbor and Classic Adirondack Chair Cushion in Harbor by Coral Coast; Vacation Bird Watch Decorative Pillow by E by Design; Pom Graphic Design Oceania Throw Pillow by Kess In-House, all by hayneedle.com
Outdoor Cooking Power
Designed to evoke American sports cars—and proudly crafted in the USA—the American Muscle Grill is every griller’s dream. With over 110,000 BTUs of raw cooking power under its stainless-steel hood, it makes cooking for a crowd of guests effortless.
Grill: American Muscle Grill with freestanding cart by Summerset Grills
Fuel Flexibility
The ultimate in fuel flexibility, the American Muscle Grill has the ability to burn different fuels individually or simultaneously, so users can select wood chunks, lump coal, charcoal, infrared, propane, or natural gas, making it ideal for any cooking scenario.
Grill: American Muscle Grill by Summerset Grills
Outdoor Shower Stall
Every beach house benefits from an outdoor shower enclosure. This one, made of weather-resistant cellular PVC, is built on a rear corner of the garage, and a whimsical vintage whale adorns the wall facing the patio.
Shower enclosure: Sandwich Shower Enclosure by Walpole Woodworkers
Upcycled Accessories
The builder fabricated the fixture panel and shower bench out of remnant pieces of AZEK decking.
Fixtures: Modern Rain Shower, Berwick Thermostatic Shower Valve Trim Kit, and Serin Complete Hand Shower kit, all in Brushed Nickel, by American Standard
DIY Details
To add a pop of color and a nautical touch, we stenciled a compass rose onto the basement doors (facing due north, of course).
Stencil: Cutting Edge Stencils
Dining Alfresco
A black-finished steel set of table and chairs with all-weather, UV-resistant cream-colored cushions is the perfect blend of classy and casual for outdoor dining.
Furnishings: Augusta Metal and All-Weather Wicker Patio Dining Set and Augusta Wood & Metal Raised Planter by Belham Living, from hayneedle.com
Accessories: CooknCo 10-piece Jar Set in Green by BergHOFF; Oyster Plate in Canary Yellow by Abigails; Coppetta Aquamarine Dipping Dishes by D&V, all from hayneedle.com
Extended Living Space
The screened porch off the living area may well end up as one of the most-frequented spaces in the house. Instead of extending the screens all the way down to the floor, we’ve added a solid board-and-batten wall for the lower 30 inches, which suggests more of an enclosure. Plenty of generously sized screened windows and a circulating fan will keep fresh air flowing, and comfortable furnishings create a welcoming space.
Porch floor: AZEK Porch Harvest Collection in Slate Gray by AZEK
Ceiling fan: Rainman Wet-Rated 54″ Ceiling Fan by House of Antique Hardware
Rug: Monroe Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug by Safavieh, from hayneedle.com
Furnishings: Brighton Outdoor Wood Conversation Sectional Set and Seacrest Cottage All-Weather Resin Square Side Table in Capri Blue by Belham Living, Xquare X36 Wooden Patio Coffee Table by GloDea, from hayneedle.com
Accessories: Santorini Ceramic Square Planter and San Vicente Estate Solar Lantern in Distressed White by Belham Living; Shell Outdoor Pillow by Surya; and Wooden Garden Plant Tray by HGC, all from hayneedle.com
A Year-Round Room
The porch can be accessed from the living room’s French doors or from the back deck. A gas fireplace extends the use of the porch to three–or even four—seasons.
Paint/stain: Wall frames and doors in Swirling Smoke, fireplace in Dover Gray by Olympic Paint. Ceiling and Alaskan Yellow Cedar beams stained in Antique White by Varathane
French doors: French Style Door 7152 by Simpson Door Company
Fireplace and grills: Fireplace Xtrordinair 864 TRV Gas Fireplace by Wakefield Fireplace & Grills
Vintage lighted anchor wall art: The Pink Pineapple
Clever Coverup
This miniature pergola is not just an architectural detail – it encases and protects the exterior HVAC system.
Pergola: Sweenor Builders
HVAC Outdoor Unit: Toshiba Carrier Single-Phase VRF Heat Recovery System by Carrier
Interest Underfoot
Classic flagstone with a contrasting brick accent ribbon adds interest leading up to the front porch.
Landscape Design, Plantings and Hardscape: Design by Matt Smith for Shalvey Bros. Landscape, Inc.
Pavers: Treo Enduracolor Pavers in New York Blend with Copthorne accent ribbon in Basalt by Unilock
Rear View
The impressive roofline of the home is punctuated by matching charcoal-shingled gambrels atop the main house and garage. The deck and patio are tucked into the house, creating an intimate entertaining space.
Roofing: Timberline Ultra HD Shingles in Charcoal by GAF
Siding: Eastern White Cedar Shingles by SBC Cedar, factory-finished in Olympic Seashell stain
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