Ten Tips for Building on the Coast
Thinking about building on or near the coast? There are a few additional hoops to jump through that you’ll want to understand and consider as you are planning to build your beach house. Here are […]
Help the Bahamas Recover from Hurricane Dorian
Hurricanes are a fact of life living in coastal zones. The good news is that for most of us living on the coast we have plenty of time and the ability to get out of […]
The Inverted House Plan
Ruminations on Living at the Top
Here at Coastal Home Plans we offer up a good many home designs that feature what we call an “inverted floor plan.” Also called “Reverse Story” or “Upside Down” house […]
Beach Walk with Rosie
Enjoying the simple pleasures of living on the coast
The thought of walking with your girl on the beach should be enough to entice inlanders to bust a move to the coast. Think about it: a […]
Anchor Watch – Exterior Video
Check out this new 3-D video animation showing the exterior of the Anchor Watch beach house plan.
Hurricane Strap & Tie Primer: Building in High Wind Zones
Residential Construction and Wind Loads
Building on the coast in high wind zones requires adhering to a more robust set of building codes. The standards have changed dramatically over the past twenty years. Important testing and […]
Coastal Driveways and Concrete Pavers
Understanding Your Local Codes and Why Concrete Pavers May Be Your Friend
Relief. After months of searching, you finally found the perfect seaside lot. You can see it now – a two story home with three […]
