- Name: Otter Cove Residence
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Size: 9,141 sq. ft.
- Lot: 2.79 acres
- Built: 2009
Set on the rugged edge of the California coast, the Otter Cove residence is an architectural feat that embodies the raw beauty of its Pacific backdrop. This spectacular contemporary coastal retreat, just a stone’s throw from Carmel, marries the roughness of the landscape with the elegance of modern design. Its distinctive stone walls and curvilinear structure echo the natural outcroppings, while the residence unfurls into two wings, extending into the terrain and offering a harmonious blend of architecture and nature. Floor-to-ceiling glazing ensures the ocean’s presence is felt throughout, providing unobstructed views that transform living into a panoramic experience, especially from the serenity of the bedrooms where the horizon meets the deep blue.
Inside, the residence transcends the typical boundaries of indoor-outdoor living. Golden pine walls curve around spacious interiors, pulling natural light and the rhythm of the tides into the home’s very essence. The design’s fluidity is punctuated by landscaped courtyards that seem to bring the outside in, enhancing the continuity between the dwelling and its surroundings. Essential to this coastal haven are the functional spaces – five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a screening room, exercise room, dual offices, a study, and a generous three-car garage, all designed to support a lifestyle that’s both lavish and intimately connected to the surrounding seascape.
The Otter Cove Residence stands as a tribute to luxury that respects its environment, offering a cliffside retreat where design and topography are in constant dialogue. The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living areas, anchored by two fireplaces, craft a warm heart for gatherings, while the home’s overall design – a blend of glass, stone, steel, and wood – sets a new benchmark in coastal architecture. This residence doesn’t just offer a place to live; it provides a living experience that encapsulates the grandeur of the California coast with every sunrise and sunset, a pinnacle of architectural innovation designed for those who seek sanctuary in the embrace of the ocean.
- Architect: Piechota Architecture
- Builder: McLeod Construction
- Interior: Jorie Clark
- Landscape: Christopher Lemon
- Photography: Jose Fletcher