Embosked in a grove of coastal pines, the Seacliff residence behaves as the trees do – offering shifting glimpses of the veiled horizon. Traversing a meandering boardwalk, through the windswept pines, and arriving at the translucent structure, the splintered vista draws one though in the art of anticipation. Stepping through the doors, you arrive at the clearing in the woods; the Pacific finally unobstructed.

The analogy extends to materiality. Though constructed primarily of concrete, the home is a celebration of wood. Vertical board-formed concrete mimics weathered wood siding, but adapts to its marine setting. Where constant coastal winds, sea spray, and intense UV would wreak havoc on wood, concrete bears all. Inside, protected from the elements, natural wood lends warmth and softness to the living spaces.

The interior architecture takes on a Scandinavian minimalism that, like the subdued structure, does not demand attention. The refined white oak millwork provides a beautiful backdrop to one’s daily routines but never becomes the focal point. Aesthetically and functionally simple, the home creates space for that which is important – connection – with family, friends, and the environment.