3 Palms House
New Construction
St. Augustine, Florida


The 3 Palms House is about progression. Creating a separation from the public street, the garage structure and home create a private courtyard, with a tranquil pool, patio and native landscaping.. Exterior stairs wrap around existing palm trees and lead to the 2nd level front entry.

Clearstory windows let light in from the north and wash over the opposite wall of wood clad built-ins. Utilizing the wall as storage as well as the main circulation zone, this home uses all of the space with a few surprises.  A hidden door provides a secondary access to the primary suit, a cut out for an existing palm tree provides an opportunity for a reading nook with a large window in the kitchen. The functional island connects to the dining area.

Culminating in the indoor/outdoor living space overlooking the San Sebastian River.  A descent down the dual purpose stadium stairs, takes you back to the tranquility of the Florida salt marsh.


Collaborators:
Swanson Structural