Julio Aguilar Photography

Heliotrope II

Brandon Architects, Inc.

Jeri Koegel

The Beach House Retrofit Project

Westchester Real Homes, LLC

Stonington Cliffs

Peter Cadoux Architects, P.C.

Seahorses, Maenporth, Cornwall

The Bazeley Partnership

Seahorses is a stunning new home near Falmouth enjoying magnificent panoramic views of the south coast seascape. Sitting on the clifftops within an AONB, the house and gardens occupy a gently sloping site that connects with the adjacent South West Coastal Path. The context and terrain of the surrounding landscape informed the design and an imaginative and ambitious solution to site levels was crucial to the success of the scheme. As a result, the completed house is lower than the original, thus creating privacy for the occupants whilst still respecting neighbouring homes. The split-level, linear design is carefully organised around a spine wall of local granite that runs from the exterior of the building through the interior. This arrangement allows the living areas and bedrooms to connect with the landscape and integrate seamlessly with outdoor spaces. A mix of grasses, sedum and indigenous coastal plants on the green roof help to embed the building into its surroundings. The palette of natural materials creates a layered, permeable effect on the exterior, which will season with time and weather, thereby allowing it to assimilate into its coastal setting. Of equal importance was landscaping, which was integral to the design intent. With thoughtful positioning of the new dwelling, significant areas of mature and established planting were protected and retained. Photograph: Elliott White Photography

Acacia Transitional

Patterson Custom Homes

Chad Mellon

Broad Avenue Studios, Inc.

Broad Avenue Studios Inc.

Under the Stairs Glass Wine Cellar

Builders Glass of Bonita and The Glass Shoppe

Under the stairs All Glass Wine Cellar with vintage view metal racking, white oak ceiling, wall and flooring.

Modern Organic Stamford on the water

Trillium Architects

David Lindsay, Advanced Photographix

Marblehead Residence

Elms Interior Design

East Coast Traditional

Fautt Homes

Butler's pantry leading to the wine cellar. The radius glass door and barrel brick ceiling make this room very inviting.

Classic California

Bevan + Associates

Mandeville at Spice Bay, in Siesta Key

London Bay Homes

A Water's Edge Retreat

Jackie Syvertsen ~ Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.

Caleb Melvin Photography

Beach Style Wine Cellar

Elegant Escape

Big Sky Design

Frank Hart Photography

Riviera Spec House in Naples, FL - Award Winning Design

South Florida Architecture

PISCINA INFINITY EN EL CANTÁBRICO

MDC Arquitectura y Diseño

Bodega con bar bajo terreno adosada a la piscina con cuarto de máquinas y aseo ocultos tras pared acabada en madera con decoración naútica. Incluye mesa a modo de barra para dar mayor funcionalidad al espacio.

Beach Style Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Storage Racks

When you’re an avid wine collector, wine racks don’t always cut it. A beach style wine cellar, on the other hand, can provide ample wine storage within a controlled temperature, and a place to entertain friends. Just add seating and a tasting area to take yours to the next level. You don’t need 500 bottles or more to reap the benefits of a wine cellar, either. A small wine cooler can keep 20-odd bottles chilled to perfection and can sit within your kitchen, whereas a freestanding all-glass wine cellar could act as a feature or functional room divider in your home. Short on space? Transform an entire wall into wine storage, and showcase your collection, too. Browse the photos on Houzz for an array or beach style wine cellar designs, and strike up a conversation with the architect or wine cellar specialist of your favourite picks. For more beach style wine cellar ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

What should I include in my wine cellar?

This depends on the size of your collection – or how big you hope it becomes. If you enjoy quaffing, you may want to invest in a walk-in cooler with wall-mounted wine racks and several tall wine fridges, as well as a tasting area with bar stools. If you’re a beginner or have a small collection, a beach style home bar with mini fridge and wine rack will suffice. Essential bar accessories include wine glasses, corkscrews, carafes and aerators.

How should I store my wine?

Temperature control is at the core of a functional wine cellar. Your bottles need to be kept out of direct sunlight, and away from the heat and steam of kitchen appliances. A room that is too warm will make your wine age faster, oxidise and lose its character and flavour. If bottles are corked, they also need to be laid down. Your architect or designer will be able to help you create the ideal conditions for your home collection.

Where should I position my wine cooler?

The most important thing to consider is ease of access, which is why kitchens are the most common place to position wine coolers. Should you have minimal floor space, a small one could even sit comfortably on your countertop. If quaffing requires an occasion or you frequently host dinner parties, consider your dining room, so you can top up people’s glasses without having to leave the room. You could also make your bar fridge or cooler a destination within your entertainment or games room. There’s no denying that Aussies love to entertain and enjoy a glass or two outdoors, so if you’re lucky enough to have a covered outdoor area, this could be just the place for a cooler, too. Just ensure it doesn’t experience any extreme weather or long periods of direct sunlight.