St. Simons Island Beach Retreat

A kitchen and dining room with sliding glass doors.
 

 
 

Coastal Retreat with Fantastic Outdoor Spaces

Sited around a gorgeous live oak tree, the interior spaces blend harmoniously with the landscape of coastal Georgia; its ever-changing marsh, extraordinary sunsets and twisting oak branches are reflected and celebrated in the colors, materials, and forms.

Savannah Magazine, June 2022

  • Publications
    Savannah Magazine, When the Landscape Leads by Kendall McKinnon

    Contractor
    Coastal Builders, Inc.

    Location
    St. Simons Island, GA

    Landscape
    Verdant Enterprises

 
 
 
 

Golden Isles Coastal Living

This home is a modern take on Southern architecture, balancing warmth, serenity, and a touch of whimsy. Thoughtfully designed to embrace its coastal Georgia setting, the house is sited around a magnificent live oak, with interiors that harmonize seamlessly with the landscape. The ever-changing marsh, breathtaking sunsets, and twisting oak branches are reflected in the home’s colors, mater.

 
 
 
A modern home with a fence and palm trees.
 
 

Built for the Climate

Positioned to capture prevailing breezes and frame stunning sunset views, the house takes full advantage of its surroundings. Exposed rafters extend into deep roof overhangs, shielding the interiors from harsh sun and severe weather while maintaining a sense of openness. Raised above the floodplain and engineered for hurricane wind loads, the structure is designed with resilience in mind, ensuring longevity in a coastal climate. The home is also highly energy-efficient, with a tightly sealed envelope and a state-of-the-art HVAC system optimized for Georgia’s hot, humid conditions.

 
 
 
 
 

Outdoor Oasis

Outdoor living is a key element of the design, fostering a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. The garden wall undulates playfully, while a vine-covered fence provides privacy with a hint of whimsy. Shade sails stretch over the pool and deck, offering cool respite from the sun, and a portion of the outdoor living area can be enclosed with motorized retractable screens when needed.

 
 
 
Swimming pool with blue tile, waterfall from spa and a large live oak in the background
 
 

From the client…

“Jane, Michael and team really listened to our somewhat inarticulate goals. We wanted where modern meets southern, as well as warmth, serenity and a dash of whimsy. Our home does all of that and more.”

Lizanne Thomas

 
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