How Do You Build A Beach House?
Living close to a lake or the ocean has benefits and drawbacks. Recreation and relaxation are a plus. Storms and windy days can cramp your fun. A beach house should be designed to maximize the home owner’s exposure to the water and ocean breezes and be built well enough to withstand inclement weather. Weekend guests are a given, so it’s important to plan for overnight stays. Build the house on stilts for a better view of the water and to take advantage of ocean breezes. Stilts will also protect the house in case of flooding from storms. Install storm shutters on the windows. Construct a wraparound porch or deck with a view of the water. Provide shade with a retractable awning, lanai, umbrellas or a sun sail. Move the air with ceiling fans. Build an outdoor kitchen on the patio or deck. Make indoor-outdoor living easier by installing sliding glass doors or French doors. Let breezes cool the house by using large windows that open at opposite sides of each room. Add a screened porch for t
