contemporary cottage | laguna beach

white shaker cabinets and integrated appliances make a small kitchen feel larger, while the quartz counter adds contrast to create a more contemporary feel, while maintaining the beach cottage aesthetic.

The new, open floor plan seamlessly blends living, dining and work spaces, with direct access to the open kitchen from the main living space.

The open kitchen features clean details and simple shaker cabinetry, designed to complement the contemporary material palette of oak flooring, quartz counters, limestone backsplash and stainless steel hardware.

A simple piece of reclaimed timber creates another layer of interest to this contemporary space, and the natural material of the wood adds texture, depth and a sense of scale at the feature wall.

The weathered nature of this wood, selected specifically for this mantel, adds warmth and interest to the living space, enhancing the contemporary cottage aesthetic.

A simple custom cedar trellis serves to provide shade and cover, while defining the entry and adding a sense of scale to the streetscape.

A raumplus sliding door system creates a division between the living room and office space, allowing for varying degrees of privacy, while light still enters the main space and entry.

A three-track system allows for each of the three translucent glass panels to travel along the length of the space, enabling flexibility in terms of access and opening size.

The small bathroom features a custom shower with white Porcelanosa tile and chrome accent trim; a Villeroy & Boch wall-hung vanity and hansgrohe fixtures complete the clean, minimalist aesthetic.

A clean white shower tile with subtle lines, coupled with chrome accents and contemporary hardware adds to the minimalist cottage aesthetic.