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Santa Barbara Coastal Beach Retreat

This new guest house was built on limited space but was able to retain the theme of the homeowner's main residence.
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Photo: Ciro Coelho. From: NMA Architects.

Coastal Walkway Between Beach Homes

The narrow space between the main residence on the left and the new guest house on the right was developed into a shared entry and lush garden. Sweetwater Cherokee stepping stones lead to the Pacific Ocean.

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Photo: Ciro Coelho. From: NMA Architects.

Lovely Beach Homes With Shared Pool

The primary residence on the right now shares the pool and entertainment area with the new guest house seen on the left. Existing birds of paradise were preserved to soften and screen the areas.

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Photo: Ciro Coelho. From: NMA Architects.

Narrow Walkway Leading to Coastal Beach Retreat Guest House

This narrow space between the homes creates a modern take on the Spanish "paseo," with tropical plantings and Sweetwater Cherokee stone pavers.

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Photo: Ciro Coelho. From: NMA Architects.

Hallway Filled With Natural Light in Coastal Beach Retreat

This white hallway's tall, narrow floor-to-ceiling windows bring in light, cast shadows, and offer glimpses of the landscaped paseo entry outside.

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