Coastal Design
Shoreline homes and additions designed for salt air, wind, drainage, and the county and shoreline reviews that shape what can be built on Kauaʻi.
Building at the water’s edge asks more of a design than the view. Salt air wears on metal and finishes, onshore wind drives rain into places it would not otherwise reach, and drainage has to be considered long before the first footing. We design shoreline homes and additions for those conditions from the start, rather than correcting for them later.
The permitting path is part of the work, too. Building near the water on Kauaʻi can involve shoreline review and setback requirements that shape what can be built and where. We help you understand those constraints early, so the design and the approvals can move forward together.
Reworking an existing coastal home instead? See Additions & Extensive Renovations.
Typical scope #
- New shoreline residences and guest houses
- Additions and renovations to existing coastal homes
- Site and drainage strategies for wind, salt, and runoff
- Coordination through shoreline and county review
Building near the water?
Tell us about the site and what you’re hoping to build. We can help you understand the constraints before the design takes shape.