The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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A stone's throw from the beaches of Sea Bright, a boxy, modernist structure parts a sea of typical waterfront homes—a beacon paying homage to styles of both past and present. Lines of clad cedar wrap around every sharp corner, systematically separated only by bold vertical glass and a breathtaking mezzanine offering unchallenged views of the Atlantic. ough Jersey City firm Jeff Jordan Architects set out to design a beach home for a busy Manhattan couple looking to entertain friends and family, the end result simultaneously carved some much welcomed style into the Jersey Shore landscape. Already located in an area known for its affluence, the structure serves as a promise of what our beach communities could be while also using material that eludes to a familiar aesthetic. Raised on stilts, the project features a two-story plan. is was meant to adhere to Sea Bright's zoning code which prohibits homes from going beyond that. And so, Jeff Jordan— who established the firm in 2010—and his team set out to create a plan that would give its inhabitants different ocean views within the strict limitations imposed by the city. e design of the home's top level and mezzanine became a focal point while simultaneously offering the homeowner functional outdoor space. SEA BRIGHT A Modern Beach House in the Heart of BY MICHAEL SCIVOLI V U E N J . C O M 84