Your guide to designing on the coast, meeting
stringent environmental requirements, and
future proofing your house.
Get started with Red Barn’s Coastal Design Guide.
- Designing for the Elements
- Building Materials and Systems
- Regulatory Considerations
- Assembling your Team
- Keeping Resiliency in Mind
- Coastal Features Checklist
Navigating the requirements of a coastal build requires expert guidance. We can help you – as early as before you purchase the land – to understand what is and is not possible with your property from the outset. Our understanding of this complex ecosystem saves you time, money, and headaches in the long run.
Waterfront Designs from Red Barn Architecture
Mermaid on the Cupola
Jumbled Layout to Coastal Charm
Given the sensitive dune environment, all work was coordinated with regulatory authorities. >
Good Harbor Gambrel
A Shingle Style New Build
A classic coastal gambrel replaces an old summer cottage. >
Rock Harbor
A Family Cape House
Our clients entrusted us to update their house to accommodate large groups while preserving its original charm. >
Good Bones
A Greek Revival, Revived
This multi-year renovation returned this estate to its origin as a single-family home. >
DECK HOUSE
GREEN RETREAT
We embraced a mid-century modern ethos, with a focus on simplicity and connection to nature. >
Great Marsh, Small Barn
Bonus Space with a View
This custom barn includes guest quarters, studio space and a home gym, all overlooking the Great Marsh. >
Victorian Farmhouse
Conomo Point
Our Clients engaged Red Barn to design a new home within the shell of a Victorian farmhouse. >
Upside-Down House
A Design for Coastal Resiliency
Located on Plum Island, this house has been designed to bolster coastal resilience. >
Medawisla
Contemporary Lakehouse
Our clients wanted to update their family retreat with a modern sensibility. >Would you like to learn more?
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Architectural design, planning, and interior design in Essex, serving Cape Ann, Boston’s North Shore, and locations throughout New England.
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- P.O. Box 1005 8-10 Martin Street, Unit 4 Essex, MA
- 978.890.7254
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