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2008 So You Want to Live on the Coast Special Section

Classic Meets Contemporary
Clean lines and soft colors allow ocean views to take center stage in this clifftop home.
Harmony on High
A clifftop house on Martha's Vineyard updates traditional New England style.
Inside Job
A design duo turned their derelict coastal cottage into a contemporary home with high style.
Renovation Innovation
What's new. What's hot. What's smart.
The Same, Only Better
Adding a second story did nothing to subtract from the charm of this classic coastal home.
Lighten Up
A dark, stuffy home on the Lake Michigan shore got a makeover that brought in sunshine and water views.
Island Overhaul
A well-planned redesign transformed this run-down residence into an oceanfront gem.
Building to Last '08
Lower your energy dependence. Use local resources. Limit your environmental impact. All green design has a common message, but these homes—from traditional to modern—show you can go eco any way you choose.
Colorful By Design
At his family's home on Florida's Gulf Coast, architect Tim McNamara proves that fun follows function.
Holding Down the Fort
Georgians Courtney and Mike Small revived a historic officer's house on a storied island street.
Ranch Dressing
With a limited budget but unlimited vision, Fred Albert and Mark Sheppard turned their flimsy rancher on Puget Sound into a warm coastal cottage.
History Lesson
A century-old photograph inspired Barbara and Dave Harp to renovate—not raze—their Maryland home.