Case Study
Cardiff by the Sea – Coastal Serenity in California
Introduction
A Home That Breathes with the Ocean
Perched in the picturesque town of Cardiff by the Sea, California, this stunning coastal residence embodies the essence of indoor-outdoor living, effortless elegance, and natural harmony. Designed by Bokal and Sneed, built by Casey Johnson, and styled by Melissa Prevost Design, this home is a perfect fusion of classic coastal charm and contemporary sophistication.
With expansive windows, bi-folding doors, and timeless detailing, the residence is designed to embrace California’s golden sunlight and the refreshing Pacific breeze. Every space within this home is crafted to invite the outdoors in, creating a seamless flow between nature and living spaces.
A Sanctuary by the Shore
A Dining Room Wrapped in Light
The heart of the home is the breathtaking dining area, surrounded by a bay of large casement and picture windows. This space is not just for meals—it is a stage for golden sunrises, moonlit dinners, and quiet moments of reflection.
The Potter White exterior color provides a crisp, timeless contrast to the lush greenery outside, while the interior pine finish brings warmth and texture to the space.
The casement windows invite in cool ocean breezes, while the picture windows frame stunning coastal views, allowing the scenery to be part of the home’s design.
At the core of this home’s elegant yet functional aesthetic is the strategic use of Sierra Pacific windows and doors, which enhance both form and efficiency.
Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Transitions
To enhance the home’s connection to the outdoors, the design team incorporated bi-fold doors, inswing and outswing doors, and a signature Dutch door, ensuring that every transition feels organic and inviting.
The inswing Dutch door, with its velvet grey exterior clad, adds a touch of classic charm while providing a functional, breezy entrance. This detail pays homage to traditional coastal cottages, reinforcing the home’s timeless aesthetic.
The bi-fold door system opens up entirely to blur the boundary between interior comfort and exterior serenity, making it ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying the coastal air.
Bronze Accents: The Art of Subtle Luxury
Every design element in this residence is thoughtfully curated, and the Oil Rubbed Forever Bronze hardware serves as a perfect finishing touch. This subtle yet impactful choice adds depth, contrast, and a sense of durability, ensuring that every handle and hinge feels as luxurious as it looks.
Interior Elegance: Coastal Simplicity Meets Sophistication
Inside, the home unfolds as a sanctuary of calm and warmth, with a palette inspired by sand, driftwood, and ocean mist.
A Palette of Natural Elements
- The soft white walls and warm wood tones create a canvas that feels both airy and grounded, reinforcing the home’s natural coastal aesthetic.
- The textured furnishings and organic accents, selected by Melissa Prevost Design, add layers of interest while maintaining an effortless, understated luxury.
Functional Beauty: A Kitchen with a View
The kitchen, designed with both aesthetics and practicality in mind, is bathed in natural light from surrounding casement windows. Whether cooking or enjoying a morning coffee, the ocean breeze and golden sunlight become part of the daily routine.
A Tranquil Retreat: The Bedrooms & Baths
In the private quarters, the windows continue to serve as framing devices for nature, ensuring that even the most intimate spaces feel connected to the environment. The bedrooms and baths are designed to be soothing retreats, with soft linens, natural stone, and light-filled nooks creating an atmosphere of quiet luxury.
Sustainability & Energy Efficiency
Beyond aesthetics, this home is also a model of sustainability and efficiency, with Sierra Pacific’s high-performance windows and doors offering:
High-quality materials, ensuring long-lasting durability in the face of coastal elements.
Superior insulation, keeping the home comfortable in every season while reducing energy costs.
Optimized airflow, allowing for passive cooling through cross-ventilation, reducing reliance on mechanical systems.
A Coastal Dream, Realized
At its core, Cardiff by the Sea is more than just a house—it is a lifestyle, an experience, a sanctuary. With its timeless design, thoughtful materials, and seamless connection to the outdoors, it embodies everything a coastal retreat should be: light-filled, welcoming, and effortlessly elegant.
This home is a testament to the power of exceptional design, quality craftsmanship, and a deep respect for nature, proving that the best homes are those that feel as though they have always belonged to the landscape they inhabit.
A Timeless Coastal Retreat
The Cardiff by the Sea residence is a masterful blend of coastal charm, modern efficiency, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. With Sierra Pacific’s high-performance windows and doors, the home embraces natural light, ocean breezes, and breathtaking views, creating an atmosphere of effortless elegance.
More than just a house, this retreat is a sanctuary—designed to inspire, rejuvenate, and harmonize with its surroundings. By balancing classic aesthetics with contemporary functionality, it stands as a testament to timeless design and quality craftsmanship.