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Life's a Beach - Homes, Retreats, and Respite by the Sea, a book by gestalten
From humble beach cottages to breathtaking cliff-top perches, Life’s a Beach takes readers into remarkable coastal dwellings around the world.
A blue-and-green chair is suspended from the roof, matching foliage and ocean beyond. Discover more about the contemporary beach house in Life's a Beach.
Naila House by BAAQ' is an incredible example of a modern beach house. Find out more in Life's a Beach.
Polished cement floors and salmon-colored cabinetry bring a modern touch to this beach house.
A beautiful cabin by the beach. Discover more projects of modern beach houses in Life's a Beach.
Built onto Stockholm Archipelago’s natural rock, three dramatic black structures make up this waterside Swedish summerhouse, designed by Tham & Videgård. During construction, owner Tomas Riesenberg Tjajkovski grappled with the challenges of building in the secluded island location— with all materials being brought in by boat—which led him to co-found a specialized Swedish summerhouse building company.
Wooden beach houses by the sea. Life's a Beach features projects of homes, retreats, and respite by the Sea.
Holiday home in Palm Beach. Sitting just above water level, the boathouse is used for relaxed entertaining.
The home’s cement and steel structure allows the outdoor deck to be sheltered from the elements in La Pedrera House.
Discover more about beach houses in Life's a Beach by gestalten.
Constructed with the island’s elements in mind, the house itself faces towards the sun in the south and the sea views in the west, while the zigzag orientation of the three structures provides a central social platform that is sheltered from the island’s strong winds.
In Can Pep, a cozier, upper-level living area looks down over the main living space.
A beautiful beach house by Aires Mateus. The project is featured in Life's a Beach.
An outdoor piano and hanging chair bring a whimsical charm to the terrace in this dreamy villa by the sea.
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Life's a Beach

Homes, Retreats, and Respite by the Sea

Coolly coast into the homes and retreats by the sea and discover a serene style spurred by the calming oceanic blue

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With the sound of the waves crashing against the coastline and the beautifully salty air that dominates the climate, the sea has a majestic and relaxing hold on the mind. This lifestyle of respite also transcends into local architecture and interior design. Life’s A Beach takes readers into beach homes around the world, from the coasts of Australia to the shores of Brazil to the remote islands of the Aegean Sea.

Explore the many ways to decorate a cozy home by the sea, including handmade touches, natural materials, and elegant interiors each imbuing a sense of well-being. From humble little beach cottages to extraordinary modern bungalows, these spaces are designed for rest and relaxation, and for enjoying the beachy surrounds.

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"It is not for nothing that it is a well-known saying: life is better by the beach. Are you such a beach fanatic and can't get enough of sand between your toes? Then this book is an absolute must for you. (...)

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