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Waterside Retreats: Modern California Beach House

From: Christopher Brandon

In this spacious beachfront home, soaring windows allow for natural light as well as unobstructed views of the ocean. Clean lines and sleek finishes give the lot a modern edge, while a sandy color palette and rattan features keep the home's interior close to the water. Interior designs by Summer Jensen and Hawk & Co.

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Photo: Tosti Studios. From: Christopher Brandon.

Beach House Hues Complement Ocean Setting

Though sleek surfaces and clean lines define this modern beach house, sandy hues ensure that the space complements its coastal surroundings. Two palm trees anchor the garage to further the sense of a private oasis.

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Photo: Tosti Studios. From: Christopher Brandon.

Contemporary Great Room With Sleek Black Accents

Modern pendant lights and low-level furniture in the great room help accentuate the beach home's towering ceilings. Recessed lighting, a sleek range hood and elongated kitchen island complement the chic design, making the space feel comfortable but sophisticated.

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Photo: Jeff Van Voorhis. From: Christopher Brandon.

Low-Level Furniture Showcases Views of the Water

A wall of windows and low-level, contemporary furniture maximize views of the water. Blackout curtains hang on either side of the space and can be drawn for additional shade and privacy.

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Photo: Jeff Van Voorhis. From: Christopher Brandon.

Modern Lights, Artwork Add Interest to Great Room

Those coastal colors continue into the great room, where they easily evoke the calming nature of the ocean. To draw visual interest without straying too far from his neutral palette, the designer paired grasscloth wallpaper and rattan cushions with modern pendant lights and artwork.

2017 Faces of Design

Waterside Retreats: Modern California Beach House

Beach House Hues Complement Ocean Setting

Contemporary Great Room With Sleek Black Accents

Low-Level Furniture Showcases Views of the Water

Modern Lights, Artwork Add Interest to Great Room

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