AND ARCHITECTURE

Choosing A Property

When you build a new home, you have the opportunity to design the house exactly the way you want. You are not constricted by existing structural elements or limited by the home’s layout. There is, in fact, only one thing that could hold back your dream home’s construction — the property you purchase.

For this reason, one of the most critical steps in ensuring that your island vision comes to fruition is to choose the right piece of land. The property you buy will dictate a lot about the size of your home, the style of the structure and may even include islandspecific regulations and requirements for the build.

Not only that, but while you can change a lot about the design of your home, you can’t change anything about the location of your property. Will you choose a pied dans l’eau property with views of the sea? Or will you opt for a property in the centre of the island’s bustling town? There is no right or wrong choice, but be sure you are confident in your priorities before signing on the dotted line.

Designing To Complement Your Island Home

When building an island home, you have a unique chance to design a space that is reflective of the natural beauty of the landscape that appealed to you in the first place. Some of the most stunning island properties are those that have been carefully constructed to complement the allure of the island.

This can be done in numerous ways. For starters, consider what materials are native to the island. Incorporating local wood, stone and notable elements of the landscape can help create a home that lives in harmony with the land.

Additionally, make sure that your design showcases and highlights the best of the property’s natural landscape. If you’re oceanfront, this might mean implementing large floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the water. If you’re in town, this might mean mimicking the open courtyard styles of the area, highlighting an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. For a countryside property, this could include landscaping stunning gardens replete with local plants and flowers.

The goal is to create a home that reflects the best of the island, while incorporating all the luxury amenities you desire.