"I love the outdoor garage space because it's so unexpected," says interior designer Linda Woodrum, who worked with house planner Jack Thomasson to carve out a relaxed casual living space that would accommodate gatherings, large and small.

Twin mattresses, nestled atop custom-crafted platforms, provide napping and sleeping space. Anchored into the ceiling, beds are designed to gently sway as coastal breezes blow through the ground level space.

All-weather bedding and bolster pillows ensure durability and comfort.

Grommet curtains, fashioned in a Sunbrella fabric, frame the playspace. Artwork and decorative accessories lend a lived-in, comfortable look.