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Waterside Retreats: Coastal Cottage in Rhode Island

From: DiMauro Architects, Inc.

This charming coastal cottage in New England has several windows for natural light as well as spectacular views of the ocean. Inside, colorful country-style furnishings create a casual atmosphere for visiting with close friends and family, while a sprawling lawn out back becomes an ideal spot to watch the sunset.

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Photo: Warren Jagger. From: DiMauro Architects, Inc..

Charming White Farmhouse in Rhode Island

With large columns and painted siding, this idyllic farmhouse in Touisset Point, R.I. brings country charm to New England. Countless windows extend across the exterior to allow for plenty of natural light and views of the ocean.

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Photo: Warren Jagger. From: DiMauro Architects, Inc..

Back Porch Includes Comfortable Outdoor Seating

Sliding glass doors open onto the back porch, where a wicker rocking chair and bench invite a leisurely afternoon of reading. The wood deck and large columns echo those at the front of the house, and so ensure that the home feels cohesive from start to finish.

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Photo: Warren Jagger. From: DiMauro Architects, Inc..

Backyard Includes Ocean Views, Natural Barriers

Wanting to showcase the water as much as possible, the landscape architects kept the backyard manicured yet minimal in detail. A row of large boulders and trees line the side of the lawn as a boundary from the neighbor's property, thus providing natural beauty and privacy.

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Photo: Warren Jagger. From: DiMauro Architects, Inc..

Back Porch Comfortably Seats a Crowd

Around the back of the house, two spacious seating areas give guests plenty of room to stretch out. While the adults enjoy casual conversation and a drink on the porch, the kids can tumble and play on the grassy lawn.

2017 Faces of Design

Waterside Retreats: Coastal Cottage in Rhode Island

Charming White Farmhouse in Rhode Island

Back Porch Includes Comfortable Outdoor Seating

Backyard Includes Ocean Views, Natural Barriers

Back Porch Comfortably Seats a Crowd

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