11/12/2019
Soon to rise: A 2 Storey Beach House
Situated in a developed beach site in Puerto Galera, the site is close to an inland port: Balatero Port and has good access to Unesco diving sites, surfing, fishing, and hiking, as well as popular eating spots.
The house is a private beachfront vacation house that is comfortable enough for the clientβs family, their extended family, and group of friends. The client also want it to serve as an Airbnb unit when not being utilized for family use.
The site directly overlooks the ocean, the rear side is nestled slightly further from Mindoroβs mountains and forestry. The challenge was to create something open and light-filled that takes advantage of this beautiful setting, yet with a modest budget in mind.
An open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining room were designed in a way that natural light is embraced where desired. The ocean's breeze is allowed as a natural form of cooling in summer and ventilation.
The designer wanted to make the best use of Puerto Galeraβs Beach view and to use the natural surroundings to create a laid-back atmosphere, so we designed a viewing deck overlooking horizontally that draw oneβs gaze to the panoramic sea view.
Simple, refined details create a purposeful contemporary architecture that sets it apart from other beach houses in the area.