House in Belmar, Jersey Shore

The existing structure was a seasonal summer bungalow hastily converted years ago into a year-round residence. The home's collection of compact, quirky spaces were adequate for a single bachelor, then husband and wife, but no match for a growing family. To stay in their beloved neighborhood, with the marina a short walk away and the beach a straight shot by bike, this young couple sought professional help to expand their existing home. The result is a two story home with necessary rear mudroom, open concept kitchen to living room and dining banquette to provide alternate seating from the large island, but save space. A bonus playroom/future office is adjacent to the rear entrance. A gambrel roof covers three bedrooms on the second floor including a primary suite and laundry closet, helping to maintain the charming, beachy style of the original home and minimize the overall bulk of the structure on it's corner lot.