Island View Landing
Private Residence
Perched on the rugged coastline of Manchester-by-the-Sea, this historic family home required updated outdoor spaces that could withstand its dramatic oceanfront setting. Below a seawall lies a deteriorating bluestone patio which we replaced with a new exposed aggregate concrete terrace, carefully engineered to endure wave action and salt spray. Above the wall, a seldom-used lawn gives way to a granite terrace that settles into an existing ledge, where native coastal plantings frame the oversized granite pavers that define the space. Designed for multi-generational gatherings, the terrace includes a custom granite grill surround and a boulder fire pit for cool evenings by the sea. Working in collaboration with an engineer, we seamlessly connected a timber pier with a seasonal gangway and float, providing the family direct access to the water from the upper terrace— making this landscape both durable and deeply connected to its maritime setting.
