Beach House

Project overview

Located in historic Old San Juan, this multi-unit residential remodel seamlessly bridges a modern aesthetic with functional, compact living. The primary architectural challenge centered on a narrow footprint with restricted natural light penetration and cramped multi-family floor plans.

To maximize the square footage and capitalize on the property's impressive vertical volume, the structural layout incorporates an innovative custom lofted space. The interior architecture prominently features a curated material palette of raw wood textures and architectural metals, balancing rustic warmth with contemporary clean lines. To combat the tropical climate, we specified high-durability, moisture-resistant finishes, utilizing local stone textures and custom built-in storage to keep the footprint feeling open and uncluttered.

To resolve the lack of traditional windows, a strategic architectural lighting design plan was integrated throughout, transforming the dark apartments into bright, open, and highly functional environments optimized for modern island living.

The completed space

An editorial look at the finished multi-unit property, utilizing AI-enhanced styling to accurately represent the final lighting, textures, and material installation.