The Beauty of Coastal Contemporary Architecture

We have redefined coastal living in Northeast Florida. The luxury homes in Nocatee FL that we build combine the ease of the coastal lifestyle with exceptional construction practices and stunning designs. We have always made a point of incorporating the beauty of historical Florida coastal architecture into our contemporary home designs, creating a truly special home design that makes the most of the coastal lifestyle.

Coastal contemporary architecture is a style that takes the clean lines and up-to-date features of modern design and pairs it with the relaxed comfort and style of coastal design. Among the most common aspects are a wealth of natural light and colors, airy, open floor plans, and seamless indoor/outdoor living.

You’ll frequently find entry foyers open to the upper levels, creating a sense of airiness from the moment you walk into the home. The open-plan layouts, often with tall ceilings, continue that feeling of openness, while still creating a sense of separate spaces, with the use of large open arches that frame each space. The central living room is often the heart of the home, with rear walls made up of multiple sliding glass doors or sets of glass French doors that lead out onto outdoor living areas that are just as comfortable and stylish as inside, with pools, gazebos, covered patios complete with outdoor kitchens, and more. Leave the doors open for that classic indoor/outdoor living that makes entertaining a breeze.

Speaking of breezes, the wall of doors and the large windows throughout the home are great for making the most of coastal cross breezes, keeping your home naturally comfortable for longer during the warmer weather. Plus, the glass doors and windows allow the beautiful natural light to spill into the home, while also offering beautiful views. We often add covered wraparound porches and balconies to our homes for additional outdoor living space and historic coastal style.

As well as the light, airy, open feel of the homes that are a key part of contemporary architecture, we use materials and offer a wide range of colors that reference the natural coastline, with beautiful wood, stone, and color palettes that recall the sand, sea, sky, and sun. While you can choose your own colors, we have design specialists who can help you incorporate the natural coastal colors and materials in ways that align with your tastes.

Whether you choose one of our existing designs, start from scratch, or choose a customization somewhere in the middle, you’ll benefit from our years of experience and the care we put into each one of our homes in Nocatee FL. If you’re dreaming of your own coastal contemporary home, contact us today to start turning your dream home into a reality.

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This post was written by Glenn Layton Homes