Architectural excellence isn’t about flash—it’s rooted in intent, context, and harmony. These seven homes, sculpted by acclaimed architects and builders, showcase Coastal Orange County’s most thoughtful, well-crafted design. Expect clean lines, honest materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow—all shaped by place.
1. 114 Via Lido Nord, Newport Beach
Sailhouse & Geoff Sumich
A yacht-inspired residence on Lido Isle, blending structural steel, glass, and wood into a calm, collected home that honors both craftsmanship and coast.
2. The Strand I Residence – Dana Point
Horst Architects
With minimalist plaster walls, white oak interiors, and floor-to-ceiling glass, this beachfront retreat captures the rhythm of the Pacific in both form and flow.
4. Cocktail Party House – Laguna Beach
Anders Lasater Architects
This stylish Laguna Beach residence—nicknamed the Cocktail Party house—embodies coastal sophistication with a wink. Clean lines, crisp geometry, and a breezy open plan make it ideal for entertaining, while natural wood accents and sculptural lighting keep it grounded. Designed by Anders Lasater Architects, the home’s indoor-outdoor flow and gallery-like composition create an atmosphere that’s equal parts party-ready and serene.
5. Beachfront Residence in Dana Point
Brandon Architects
Positioned just steps from the sand, this sleek, multi-level residence incorporates cantilevered forms, open-air courtyards, and a soft interior palette to balance its dramatic setting.
6. Beacon Bay Harbor Home, Newport Beach
Brandon Architects
A harbor-side residence featuring sliding glass walls, rooftop deck, and fire pit, designed to bring indoor-outdoor living front and center, rooted in relaxed coastal luxury.
7. Beach Front Residence, Newport Beach
South Coast Architects
A modern interpretation of California coastal living, this home is all about light, transparency, and flow. Expansive decks, natural stone, and ocean-facing rooms offer a daily connection to the sea.
Originally published in Blue Door Magazine
