Coastal Clarity

A seaside gem embraces a purpose-driven design.

Set on a conservation-restricted lot in East Orleans, this 3,000-square-foot custom home offers panoramic views of Pleasant Bay and the Atlantic, balancing smart design with natural beauty. Designed as a permanent Cape Cod retreat for a couple and their extended family, the home maximizes every inch of its limited footprint through intentional, space-savvy architecture by Cape Dreams Building & Design and Ryder & Wilcox.

Architectural highlights include custom millwork, multi-functional spaces, and a layout that feels both spacious and intimate. Clever built-ins and efficient storage solutions eliminate clutter while enhancing livability. Outdoor spaces are equally thoughtful: a treehouse-like mahogany porch, a saltwater pool installed early to suit the site, and landscaping by Sorbello that honors the land’s ecological legacy with native plants and conservation-minded design. Materials from Stonewood Products—including thermal blue pavers, granite, and cobblestone—tie the home gracefully to its surroundings.